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Camu Camu | Shakeology
For this weeks What's in it Wednesday, I'm going to go over superfood, Camu Camu!
There's a new Brazilian superstar fruit in town and its called commonly called Camu Camu but it's scientific name is technically Myrciaria dubia.
This isn't a fruit you'll find on a tree or bush in your neighborhood: camu camu mostly grows in flooded areas of the Amazon rainforest in Peru, Brazil, Colombia, and Venezuela, where its fruits and leaves are used for medicinal purposes. Its fruits are about the same size as a lemon, but light orange in color, and full of vitamin C.
The health benefits of Camu Camu include:
Vitamin C Content:
• Camu camu has one of the highest concentrations of vitamin C of any food source!
• It has 200 times more vitamin C than a banana!
• Camu Camu significantly boosts the immune system, and increases collagen production, which helps repair and develop cells, tissues, and organs.
Cognitive Ability:
• Camu camu has various antioxidant effects, which help to eliminate plaque build-up in the cognitive pathways that are caused by free radicals and oxidative stress.
• Camu camu has been linked to preventing certain cognitive disorders, such as Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.
• It can even boost cognitive ability in younger people by increasing focus, memory, and concentration skills.
Anti-Inflammatory Activity:
• For people who suffer from anything from arthritis and gout to hemorrhoids and headaches, can experience pain relief and reduced inflammation from camu camu.
Cancer Prevention:
• Antioxidant compounds are found in an abundance in camu camu which are often considered the best natural remedy to prevent the development or spread of certain types of cancers.
Mood Swings:
• Camu camu can have a relaxing effect on the body, acting almost as a sedative.
• It helps to balance mood swings and soothe mental anxiety.
• It’s particularly helpful for people suffering from depression or menopausal mood swings.
Antiviral and Antibacterial Properties:
• Camu camu has natural antiseptic qualities which make it ideal for fending off bacterial and viral infections, including E. coli and various sexually transmitted diseases, such as herpes.
Fertility:
• Camu camu has been proven to prevent infertility by specifically protecting the health of sexual organs and ensuring proper functioning of those systems.
Muscle Tone:
• The diverse blend of nutrients, vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and organic compounds found within camu camu make it one of the most complete health foods out there.
• Camu camu facilitates the growth and protection of muscles which help to boost your metabolism and increase your muscle tone.
Vision Health:
• By eliminating oxidative stress in the ocular system, camu camu’s carotenoids can prevent the onset of macular degeneration and the development of cataracts.
Digestion:
• Helps boost your overall health by optimizing your digestive processes and even protects your heart from the dangers of unbalanced cholesterol levels.
• Can help manage and even prevent diabetes.
*Camu camu is not known as an allergenic food, and can be taken in conjunction with other pharmaceuticals and supplements. If you suffer from gout or other uric acid-related conditions, camu camu may exacerbate the symptoms, so be sure to consult a medical professional before adding it to your diet.
There's a new Brazilian superstar fruit in town and its called commonly called Camu Camu but it's scientific name is technically Myrciaria dubia.
This isn't a fruit you'll find on a tree or bush in your neighborhood: camu camu mostly grows in flooded areas of the Amazon rainforest in Peru, Brazil, Colombia, and Venezuela, where its fruits and leaves are used for medicinal purposes. Its fruits are about the same size as a lemon, but light orange in color, and full of vitamin C.
The health benefits of Camu Camu include:
Vitamin C Content:
• Camu camu has one of the highest concentrations of vitamin C of any food source!
• It has 200 times more vitamin C than a banana!
• Camu Camu significantly boosts the immune system, and increases collagen production, which helps repair and develop cells, tissues, and organs.
Cognitive Ability:
• Camu camu has various antioxidant effects, which help to eliminate plaque build-up in the cognitive pathways that are caused by free radicals and oxidative stress.
• Camu camu has been linked to preventing certain cognitive disorders, such as Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.
• It can even boost cognitive ability in younger people by increasing focus, memory, and concentration skills.
Anti-Inflammatory Activity:
• For people who suffer from anything from arthritis and gout to hemorrhoids and headaches, can experience pain relief and reduced inflammation from camu camu.
Cancer Prevention:
• Antioxidant compounds are found in an abundance in camu camu which are often considered the best natural remedy to prevent the development or spread of certain types of cancers.
Mood Swings:
• Camu camu can have a relaxing effect on the body, acting almost as a sedative.
• It helps to balance mood swings and soothe mental anxiety.
• It’s particularly helpful for people suffering from depression or menopausal mood swings.
Antiviral and Antibacterial Properties:
• Camu camu has natural antiseptic qualities which make it ideal for fending off bacterial and viral infections, including E. coli and various sexually transmitted diseases, such as herpes.
Fertility:
• Camu camu has been proven to prevent infertility by specifically protecting the health of sexual organs and ensuring proper functioning of those systems.
Muscle Tone:
• The diverse blend of nutrients, vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and organic compounds found within camu camu make it one of the most complete health foods out there.
• Camu camu facilitates the growth and protection of muscles which help to boost your metabolism and increase your muscle tone.
Vision Health:
• By eliminating oxidative stress in the ocular system, camu camu’s carotenoids can prevent the onset of macular degeneration and the development of cataracts.
Digestion:
• Helps boost your overall health by optimizing your digestive processes and even protects your heart from the dangers of unbalanced cholesterol levels.
• Can help manage and even prevent diabetes.
*Camu camu is not known as an allergenic food, and can be taken in conjunction with other pharmaceuticals and supplements. If you suffer from gout or other uric acid-related conditions, camu camu may exacerbate the symptoms, so be sure to consult a medical professional before adding it to your diet.
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