Acerola is a typical plant of South America and the tropical zone of the Antilles and cultivated mainly in Brazil. Due to its appearance it is also called "Barbados cherry", but due to its properties, Acerola is much closer to oranges
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THEAcerola it is a typical plant of South America and the tropical zone of the Antilles and cultivated mainly in Brazil. Due to its appearance it is also called "Barbadian cherry“, But for its properties the Acerola is much closer to oranges. On the contrary…
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Properties and uses of Acerola
Inside, the Acerola has slightly sour-flavored wedges that contain a amount of vitamin C much higher than the oranges oh kiwi.
In addition to the very high quantity of vitamin C, Acerola contains provitamin A (almost as much as carrots), B vitamins (in particular pantothenic acid), bioflavonoids and tannins. Among the mineral salts, calcium, iron and magnesium are found in large quantities.
Just like oranges, Acerola - being rich in vitamin C - is indicated for preventing and fighting flu states, colds and respiratory tract infections.
It also stimulates the immunitary defense, develops an antioxidant action by inactivating free radicals and is particularly useful for fighting gingival bleeding and performing a rebalancing function of capillaries and hematomas.
However, taking Acerola is useful in all cases of asthenia, convalescence and vitamin deficiencies.
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Controindicazioni
The intake of Acerola is not recommended for those suffering from gastric acidity and kidney stones, because an excess of vitamin C favors the formation of oxalates that cause the stones.
Where and how it is found
On the market - in pharmacies and herbalists - there are tablets, gelatinous capsules, acerola powder and acerola juice.
In the countries of origin, Acerola fruits are eaten fresh and often preserved with sugar, for example in the form of jam.
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