Acerola 30 capsules Natural vitamin C, prevents heart disease

Contents : 30 gelatin capsules

• Directions for use: 1 – 2 capsules once a day. Swallow the capsule and drink plenty of water 30 minutes before a meal, do not exceed the dose.
• Storage conditions:  Store in a dry, dark place out of reach of children.
• NOTES: Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Not for use by pregnant or lactating women or children under 12 years of age.
• The product cannot be used as a substitute for a properly varied diet.

What is acerola – what is it?

Acerola is also sometimes referred to as the Barbados cherry. It is an evergreen shrub that originates from Central America. Acerola has small fruits that, depending on the degree of ripeness, can be red or purple in color. The fruit’s flesh is very juicy and has a sour aftertaste. Acerola seedlings are also available in Poland, but it is necessary to provide the plant with appropriate conditions.

Its health-promoting properties have been widely appreciated by natural medicine, where it is used to treat many ailments, which is why it is worth taking vitamins and minerals that contain acerola.

The health benefits of acerola

The main advantage of acerola is that it contains a huge amount of vitamin C, which is why it is a real nutritional bomb. In addition, acerola has properties that support the treatment of colds and anemia. Regular consumption of acerola is valuable because it neutralizes free radicals and also allows for increased production of antibodies, which protects the body against infections and cancer.

It is worth mentioning that acerola slows down the aging process, which reduces the likelihood of DNA mutations and cancer. Consuming acerola is an element of prevention of neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s disease or Parkinson’s disease.

Acerola is an excellent source of vitamin C and antioxidants.

Acerola is a fruit that has huge amounts of vitamin C and antioxidants. The vitamin C it contains is highly absorbable and a small amount of fruit, about 3 pieces, is enough to supplement the daily requirement. Compared to other fruits, acerola stands out for having a large amount of antioxidants. Scientists show that acerola has antioxidant activity that significantly exceeds other sources, including grape juice. A kilogram of acerola contains as much as 37.9-597.4 mg of anthocyanins and 70-185 mg of flavonols.

Acerola has found application in natural medicine

Acerola has long been appreciated for its health-promoting properties. As a result, it was often used in natural medicine. It was used in many cases, it was a kind of panacea.

Acerola consumption was recommended in the treatment of anemia, chickenpox, as well as lung and liver diseases. Acerola consumption was an element of supporting the body’s natural immunity. Acerola also has antibacterial properties. Today, it is referred to as a treasure trove of vitamin C, as well as valuable antioxidants – carotenoids and anthocyanins.

Acerola is full of antioxidants such as carotenoids.

The health benefits of acerola are appreciated due to the presence of very valuable antioxidants. Carotenoids and anthocyanins deserve special attention. Acerola juice alone contains as many as 17 carotenoids. Depending on the source, information indicates that 100 grams of acerola contain from 371 to 1881 mg. The vast majority is beta-carotene, or provitamin A. Right next to the effect of accelerating tanning, it allows for the improvement of the functioning of the organ of vision. Additionally, it has been proven to be an excellent prevention of heart disease.

Acerola — for whom is it recommended and for whom is it not recommended?

Both acerola in tablets and acerola powder are commonly used to replenish vitamin C deficiencies in the body and diet. In the case of adults, there are no direct contraindications to their use. Preparations containing acerola are characterized by a high degree of safety. However, restrictions appear in the case of people struggling with kidney or liver diseases – then the intake of vitamin C should be limited. At the same time, in the case of people with gallstones, acerola should be discontinued.

Contraindications to consuming acerola are also related to the unusual substance. People diagnosed with a latex allergy should be especially careful. Acerola products (jams, preserves) may cause an allergic reaction in them, because latex is produced from its bush.