HEALTH BENEFITS OF SOURSOP

HEALTH BENEFITS OF SOURSOP

Soursop, the green fruit with the sweet, white pulp is not only known as a delicious fruit staple in the tropics, but as having health and medicinal benefits too. Native to South America and sub-Saharan parts of Africa, soursop is also cultivated throughout Southeast Asia, the Philippines, Indonesia and many parts of the Caribbean. It tends to flower and fruit on a continual basis.

The soursop’s heart-shaped, spiky exterior is not appealing in the least, but as they say, don’t judge a book by its cover, for this exotic fruit’s creamy white pulp is sweet and delicious and its health benefits ample.

While many people prefer to enjoy its sweet taste in a drink or in a creative dessert recipe such as cheesecake or ice cream, this sugary treat also have plenty of natural health benefits when eaten regularly. Some people even believe that soursop may be an effective treatment for cancer; however, there is no scientific evidence to back up those claims.

10 HEALTHY BENEFITS OF SOURSOP

Packed with B vitamins, vitamin C, Calcium, Iron, and healthy fats and carbohydrates, as well as protein, soursop fruit is also cholesterol free and low in calories, making it an ideal snack. But, be sure not to overdo it—approximately a cup a day is a sufficient amount to obtain the health benefits of this amazing fruit:

1.        A leaf decoction, or soursop leaf tea, is effective for head lice and bedbugs and also as remedy for gall bladder trouble, coughs, catarrh, dysentery, fever, and indigestion.

2.        The juice of the fruit can be taken orally as a remedy for haematuria and liver ailments.

3.        Mashed leaves are used as a poultice to alleviate eczema and other skin problems. These crushed leaves can be applied to skin eruptions and wounds to promote faster healing.

4.        The root bark is used as an antidote for poisoning.

5.        Decoction of leaves can be used as compresses for inflammation and swollen feet.

6.        Due to the levels of potassium the fruit contains, eating soursop can prevent leg cramps.

7.        Thiamin, the B vitamin that is needed in aerobic energy production is found in the fruit and helps the body produce energy.

8.        This spiky fruit contains folate, a highly-recommended B vitamin for pregnant women to take.

9.        The iron found in soursop can help prevent anemia, a condition in which the blood lacks enough healthy red blood cells.

1       Soursop can help with migraine headaches due to its riboflavin levels.

The Soursop Fruit, (also known as guanabana and guyabano), the fruit from the graviola tree, is believed to be a very good cancer preventive fruit. But why do we know so little about the health benefits of Soursop? 

One simple reason, because health is a huge business for makers of drugs or synthetic medicine.

A lot of people are finding economical ways to protect themselves against diseases. Now, they have found out through research studies how powerful soursop is. Besides, it is delicious to eat.

Soursop has to be planted. Since it is only a tree, it can be easily planted in your backyard and give you fruits as it matures. Soursop is both natural and delicious. It has no side effects and it is an effective fruit that can do the job of synthetic medicines. Soursop can fight various diseases, but the ability to destroy the cancer is believed to be the most important reason why it should be given attention.

Soursop is not exclusive for cancer; it is also preferable in many bacterial and fungal infections, even with internal parasites and worms. Apart from these, it also lowers blood pressure and also effective against depression, stress and nervous disorders.

According to research, it is proven that the extract of soursop is effective in destroying the cancer safely and effectively with an all-natural therapy without causing nausea, vomiting and loss of appetite, hair loss and weight loss. It never damages your immune system and pulls you into deadly infections. A person can remain strong and healthy even during periods of treatment.

The compounds available in this tree have proven to be 10,000 times better in slowing the growth of cancer cells than Adriamycin, a known chemotherapeutic drug. This is according to some studies which were carried out. Moreover, it does not suggest depending solely on natural treatment. It would still be best to consult a doctor to monitor one’s condition.

Soursop, raw

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Nutrition Facts Serving Size 100 g Amount Per Serving Calories 66 % Daily Value Total Fat 0.3g 0 %    Saturated Fat 0.1g 0 % Cholesterol 0mg 0 % Sodium 14mg 1 % Total Carbohydrate 17g 6 %    Dietary Fiber 3.3g 13 %    Sugar 14g Protein 1g 2 % Vitamin A 0 % • Vitamin C 34 % Calcium 1 % • Iron 3 % Daily values are based on 2000 calorie diet.		Add to comparison Add to meal Export CSV
Soursop, raw nutrition facts and analysis
Vitamins Nutrient Amount DV Carotene, alpha 0.00 mcg Carotene, beta 1.00 mcg Choline 7.6 mg Cryptoxanthin, beta 0.00 mcg Folate 14.00 mcg 4 % Folic acid 0.00 mcg Lutein + zeaxanthin 0.00 mcg Lycopene 0.00 mcg Niacin 0.900 mg 4 % Pantothenic acid 0.253 mg 3 % Retinol 0.00 mcg Riboflavin 0.050 mg 3 % Thiamin 0.070 mg 5 % Vitamin A 0.00 mcg 0 % Vitamin B12 0.00 mcg 0 % Vitamin B6 0.059 mg 3 % Vitamin C 20.6 mg 34 % Vitamin D 0.00 IU 0 % Vitamin E 0.08 mg 0 % Vitamin K 0.4 mcg 0 % Minerals Nutrient Amount DV Calcium, Ca 14.00 mg 1 % Copper, Cu 0.086 mg 4 % Iron, Fe 0.60 mg 3 % Magnesium, Mg 21.00 mg 5 % Phosphorus, P 27.00 mg 3 % Potassium, K 278.00 mg 6 % Selenium, Se 0.6 mcg 1 % Sodium, Na 14.00 mg 1 % Zinc, Zn 0.10 mg 1 % Proteins and Aminoacids Nutrient Amount DV Protein 1.00 g 2 %   Lysine 0.060 g 3 %   Methionine 0.007 g 1 %   Tryptophan 0.011 g 4 %		Carbohydrates Nutrient Amount DV Carbohydrate 16.84 g 6 % Fiber 3.3 g 13 % Sugars 13.54 g Fats and Fatty Acids Nutrient Amount DV Fat 0.30 g 0 %   Saturated fatty acids 0.051 g 0 %     Butanoic acid 0.000 g     Decanoic acid 0.000 g     Dodecanoic acid 0.000 g     Hexadecanoic acid 0.040 g     Hexanoic acid 0.000 g     Octadecanoic acid 0.011 g     Octanoic acid 0.000 g     Tetradecanoic acid 0.000 g   Monounsaturated fatty acids 0.090 g     Docosenoic acid 0.000 g     Eicosenoic acid 0.000 g     Hexadecenoic acid 0.004 g     Octadecenoic acid 0.085 g   Polyunsaturated fatty acids 0.069 g     Docosahexaenoic n-3 acid 0.000 g     Docosapentaenoic n-3 acid 0.000 g     Eicosapentaenoic n-3 acid 0.000 g     Eicosatetraenoic acid 0.000 g     Octadecadienoic acid 0.069 g     Octadecatetraenoic acid 0.000 g     Octadecatrienoic acid 0.000 g Sterols Nutrient Amount DV Cholesterol 0.00 mg 0 % Other Nutrient Amount DV Alcohol, ethyl 0.0 g Ash 0.70 g Caffeine 0.00 mg Theobromine 0.00 mg Vitamin D (D2 + D3) 0.0 mcg Water 81.16 g