Studies show that soursop is high in antioxidants, which may help prevent cell damage and could lower the risk of chronic disease.
Some studies show that soursop may help reduce the growth of cancer cells.
Soursop has antibacterial properties and may be effective against some strains of bacteria responsible for disease, although more studies are needed.
Tea made from soursop leaf, bark and root is considered hypotensive (lowers blood pressure), antispasmodic (relieves cramping), sedative (induces sleep), and nervine (calms nerves).
In the Peruvian Amazon, soursop leaf, bark and root are used to help manage the symptoms of diabetes mellitus, to improve sleep, and relieve menstrual cramping.
The Raintree Tropical Plant Database states that the main medicinal uses for soursop extract are treating various types of cancer, internal parasites, high blood pressure, depression, stress and nervous system disorders. It is also used widely as a broad-spectrum antimicrobial agent.
Botanical Name: Annona Muricata
aka: soursop
Origin: Peru
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References
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