Food and Health Awareness | Taste of Acerola with Health Benefits

Acerola is a small tree or shrub that contains delightful cherries, which is why you usually hear the word "cherry acerola" not just acerola. Other common names include the Barbados cherry and the Antilles cherry, but the scientific name for this tropical fruit is Malpighia emarginata. Native to Mexico, South and Central America, this fruit has been appreciated for thousands of years by various indigenous cultures. It is now widely exported around the world and is also grown in parts of the Indian subcontinent and in the southern United States.

Nutritional Benefits of Acerola

Manages Diabetes

Latest studies have proved that acerola has some antioxidants which can be helpful in managing diabetes by maintaining the glucose absorption in the blood.

Prevents Cancer

Acerola cherries contain a myriad of antioxidant compounds, including bioflavonoids and carotenoids, that neutralize free radicals in the body. Free radicals are a by-product that can destroy cellular metabolism that causes healthy cells to become cancerous or unhealthy.

Anti-aging Properties

The high level of antioxidants found in Arcerola cherries not only helps to slow the spread of cancer but also helps to remove toxins and harmful substances that cause damage to body cells.

Boosts Immunity

Acerola Cherry contains a high amount of vitamin C which helps the body immunity system to grow well against microbial attacks and other external environmental conditions by producing higher amount of white blood cells that are the immunity system of body. Vitamin C additionally, is a vital part of the collagen synthesis, which is integral part of muscles.

Improves Metabolism

In order to keep your body at normal growth, you must adjust your metabolism. One of the most important vitamin group that helps in controlling the metabolic activities is the vitamin B family. This vitamin includes folic acid, niacin, and riboflavin, which helps regulate metabolic processes and regulate your hormones production.

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