Benefits Of Consuming Acerola Cherry

The acerola cherry (อะเซโรล่า เชอร์รี่, which is the term in Thai) plant that is found in the West Hemisphere’s tropical regions. The shrub-like plant probably first appeared in southern Mexico or the Caribbean. The acerola plant bears fruit that looks like cherries but is quite different. These berries have a pleasant flavor and are used in conventional and alternative medicine. Historically, it can treat various illnesses like liver issues, diarrhea, dysentery, respiratory infections, and coughs and colds.

People Consume Acerola Cherries For What Purpose?

The vitamin C content of acerola is what it is most famous for. This is why it is frequently used to treat or prevent the common cold and influenza. It’s also a useful antioxidant food additive. Acerola is a fruit that, when combined with vitamin C, can help the body fight off illness.

Acerola cherry is astringent, much like witch hazel. It can reduce the appearance of scars, increase skin elasticity, and alleviate stomach problems, and as an antibacterial mouth rinse.

Acerola Uses:

• Antidepressant
• Immune System Booster For Athletes
• Skin Astringent For Diarrhea And Dysentery (Cream)

How Should Acerola Cherry Be Taken?

You can eat the fruit, which is in the form of berries. People often use words like “sweet,” “fragrant,” and “astringent” to describe its flavor. It can be consumed either raw or cooked.

Due to its short shelf life, acerola cherry is obtained through home cultivation. Acerola cherries, when picked fresh, can be preserved by freezing them immediately. Supplements containing the fruit are the norm. The berry loses most of its nutritional value after being picked, usually within five days. 

For What Reasons Has Acerola Been Shown To Be Helpful?

The vitamin C content of acerola is responsible for its beneficial health effects. Vitamin C is lost in proportion to the rate of ripening, and acerola ripens very rapidly.

The body can’t keep a supply of vitamin C and other water-soluble vitamins, so you must consume a regular source of these nutrients daily. Vitamin C, like vitamin A, is an antioxidant that can help protect cells from damage caused by free radicals and ward off diseases. Recent research confirms acerola’s high levels of antioxidants.

As a bonus, vitamin C helps with collagen synthesis, keeps mucous membranes healthy, and counteracts scurvy. Vitamin C aids in the body’s natural defenses against illness and disease, including cancer. While more studies are needed, one showed that cherries high in vitamin c and antioxidants help the body stop the growth of colon cancer in the lab.