Is soursop a superfruit?? Soursop or Annona muricata is a tropical fruit that grown on plants native to Central America, Caribbean & parts of South America. It's packed with antioxidants, vitamins & unique compounds. It can help support your immune system & can aid in digestion.
It's also known as guana bana, guyabano, custard apple, graviola & paw paw. It's found worldwide today & known for its' unique flavor. A cross between strawberry & pineapple with hints of coconut & citrus. The outer skin is green & spiky with a soft white pulp inside. It's wise to avoid the seeds tho. The leaves that are high in antioxidants that fight free radicals which may help prevent cell damage thereby developing cancer. The tea, made with the leaves contain a high level of Vit. C. The white fruit on the inside is typically eaten raw.
The leaves can also help relieve pain & reduce inflammation. It can shield the liver from damage, regulate blood sugar, can be effective against certain types of bacteria & fungi and can help to regulate blood pressure and may help eye disease.
In test tube studies, it's been found to eliminate cancer cells, even leukemia...but, of course they say more research is needed.
The leaves can also help block cancer activity in cells. They break them down until they fall apart, known as apoptosis or programmed cell death. The leaves can help kill even pancreatic cancer cells! They can treat infections caused by bacteria, parasites & herpes.
Those with low blood pressure, pregnant & breast feeding women, certain medications & those with gastro-intestinal sensitivity should use with caution.
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