Graviola (Annona muricata), also known as “soursop”, is a large, prickly, heart-shaped evergreen plant that is used in alternative medicine to treat cancer.
On the pages of medical scientific journals and others that publish the results of medical research, numerous laboratory studies have been recorded that have confirmed the anticancer properties of graviola in some types of cancer cells, but all of these pages also clearly indicate that data on specific clinical studies on people with cancer are missing.
It is clear that graviola, although it has been the subject of numerous laboratory studies in which the existence of ingredients that selectively destroy only cancerous cells without simultaneously destroying healthy cells, has been neglected in further research despite its potential.
It is interesting that, after more than 60 years since the first research began, clinical studies on patients with cancer have still not been conducted so that the potential of this extremely medicinal plant could be applied in official medicine in the treatment of the most dangerous disease of today.
According to expert estimates, the effect of graviola on destroying cancer cells is up to 10,000 times stronger than chemotherapy, with the property of selectively destroying only diseased cells.
This leaves official medicine ample room for various assumptions about possible interests related to research funding, which undoubtedly determine the direction in which this research will be conducted.
Graviola originates from South and Central America and can be found in many African countries and Asia, mostly in humid and hot areas. In South America, graviola is consumed in the form of a refreshing drink (juice) or as an ingredient in cakes and desserts.
In terms of appearance and taste, the graviola fruit resembles the Cherimoya (creamy sugar apple), a fruit that also grows in Central and South America. The peel is green and the inside is soft, juicy, sweet and sour in taste, and contains black, large and hard seeds.
In the areas where it originates, graviola has been known for centuries for its medicinal properties and is used as a traditional medicine because it contains certain natural compounds that have proven useful throughout history in the treatment of various diseases. Various scientific studies have proven the effectiveness of graviola against numerous viruses, bacteria and parasites. In addition to the fruit, the leaves, bark and root are also used for medicinal purposes.
Health Benefits of Graviola
Graviola is rich in vitamins and minerals and contains dozens of acetogenins, phytochemicals that affect the body’s defense mechanism. The most important ingredients are vitamin C, several types of B vitamins, the most important of which are thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, and the minerals calcium, phosphorus and small amounts of iron. Many of the health benefits of graviola are the result of the antioxidant properties that this plant possesses. The leaf extract contains anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antidiabetic, antiviral and antimicrobial properties.
Anticancer properties:
Extracts of graviola from leaves, fruit and seeds in laboratory tests have shown anticancer effects and the ability to destroy cancer cells in colon, breast, prostate, lung, pancreatic, liver and skin cancer. In addition to destroying cancer cells far more effectively than chemotherapy, graviola has no side effects such as nausea, weight and hair loss, etc.
Although scientists are concerned that clinical trials have not been conducted on cancer patients, in some Caribbean countries graviola is one of the most common herbal medicines used to treat prostate, breast and colon cancer.
Arthritis, rheumatism and osteoporosis
Graviola contins calcium and phosphorus, which promote bone strengthening and help prevent osteoporosis.
Due to its analgesic properties, graviola leaf compresses help relieve pain caused by arthritis and other forms of rheumatism.
Increases energy and endurance
Graviola contains large amounts of fructose (monosaccharide) and is a good natural source of carbohydrates, which stimulates energy production and prevents fatigue. In addition, graviola increases endurance because it contains a high concentration of vitamin C.
Good for the heart and prevents nerve damage
Vitamin B1 in graviola accelerates metabolism, blood circulation and prevents nerve disorders. Graviola also contains vitamin B2, which is important for energy production in the body, fat storage, nervous system function and heart muscle maintenance.
Hemorrhoids and diarrhea in children
Graviola is effective in reducing hemorrhoids. The squeezed fruit should be mixed with a cup of water and the juice prepared in this way should be drunk twice a day: in the morning and in the afternoon.
In the case of diarrhea in children, it is enough to give the child 2-3 tablespoons of the juice prepared in this way.
Relieves constipation
Graviola is rich in soluble and insoluble fiber, relieves constipation by promoting stool formation and facilitating its easy removal from the body.
Natural diuretic
Graviola fruit contains almost 84% water, which hydrates the body. Therefore, it also acts as a natural diuretic because it promotes the excretion of harmful fluids from the body.
Relaxes, soothes, helps against insomnia and regulates blood pressure
Graviola contains tryptophan, which promotes relaxation and eliminates insomnia. Graviola leaves are often used in aromatherapy as a relaxation or as a tea that promotes sleep. Graviola fruit helps regulate blood pressure, especially in hypertension. Thanks to the high ratio of potassium (278mg / 100g) to sodium (14 mg / 100g), graviola leaves also contribute to lowering high blood pressure.
Treating Urinary Tract Infections
Due to its high moisture content, graviola juice is effective in treating and preventing urinary tract infections (UTIs) such as urethritis, blood in the urine, and liver disease and hematuria.
Destroys parasites in the body
Graviola contains nutrients that are vital to the overall health of the body. Nutrients such as amino acids, ascorbic acid, calcium, carbohydrates, iron, phosphorus, thiamine, fiber, and riboflavin destroy parasites in the body.
Relieves pain
Graviola leaves are believed to have analgesic properties that can relieve pain. The leaves can be chewed and/or applied to open wounds. Their juice is effective in healing wounds and relieving pain from injuries. It has also been shown to be useful for extremely uncomfortable back pain, whether applied orally or topically as a compress.
Skin and Aging
Graviola contains vital nutrients that are essential for skin health from inflammatory processes, various types of eczema, ulcers, wounds, bacterial infections, etc.
As previously mentioned, graviola is a rich source of vitamin C and ascorbic acid, which increases the amount of antioxidants.
Antioxidants play an important role in fighting free radicals that are responsible for skin aging. Removing free radicals significantly reduces the symptoms of aging such as fine lines, deep wrinkles and age-related pigmentation.
Hair
Also, the nutrients it contains are effective for hair health by preventing dandruff, thinning hair and hair loss.
Strengthens the immune system
Graviola contains substances such as acetogenins, anncatacin, annocatalin, annonacin, annohexocin, annomuricin, anomurin, anonol, gentisic acid, linoleic acid and muricarpentocin, which improve immunity and help the body fight against various diseases.
The rest
Graviola has also been shown to be useful in: canker sores, fever, fever, bile problems, liver problems, cough, catarrh, dysentery, indigestion and lack of appetite. It has also been noted to help control diabetes.
The expert information in the article regarding the anticancer effect of graviola is based on information from the official website of the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.
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Graviola | Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
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