About this Item
150g Soursop Leaf Powder
It is extracted from the leaves of a tropical plant called Soursop (Annona muricata) commonily known as Graviola, guabanana, or Brazilian paw paw and also grown here in Uganda. It has been used as an herbal treatment for stomach ailments and fever. The impressive health benefits of soursop include its ability to kill parasites, improve respiratory conditions, offer sedative qualities, reduce the risk of certain kinds of cancer, boost the immune system, soothe the stomach, and relieve pain.
Surprising Benefits Of Soursop (Graviola)
Controls Parasites:
The anti-parasitic nature of soursop has made it a popular treatment in many particularly areas where parasitic infections are more common. By brewing a tea from the leaves of the fruit, you can keep your gastrointestinal system is running smoothly.
Relieves Respiratory Distress:
If you are struggling with a cough, cold, or other forms of the respiratory ailment, then soursop’s anti-inflammatory properties can help clear out your airways, relieve congestion, and soothe irritation. Acting partially as an expectorant, soursop is a reliable way to eliminate phlegm and mucus, where many pathogens can live. By reducing inflammation of the nasal cavities and respiratory tracts, it can also speed healing.
Treats Insomnia:
Soursop tea has been used as a stress-relieving strategy for centuries. There are certain anti-inflammatory and soothing properties of soursop that make it very effective if you are suffering from excessive stress and anxiety. Stress hormones in the body can be detrimental and can disturb your natural metabolic cycles, as well as your sleep schedule. If you’re suffering from insomnia or restless sleep, soursop tea is a wise choice
Weight Loss:
Obesity plays a key role in increasing your risk of metabolic diseases.The extracts of graviola leaves were given to obese mice for 12 weeks. Results showed that soursop tea can help in reducing body weight. Start small by having one small cup a day and see how effective it is for you.
Protects Heart Health:
Soursop tea helps to improve your heart health. The leaves of soursop help in lowering triglycerides and LDL or bad cholesterol levels. They also help in reducing the accumulation of fat in your body and therefore, reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases
Stomach Health:
Soursop leaves may help maintain good gastrointestinal health. Evidence suggests that excessive alcohol consumption may lead to gastritis, gastric ulcer, and even gastric carcinoma. Research shows that graviola leaf extracts help in fighting these conditions as they exert gastroprotective activity.
Boosts Immune System:
A healthy immune system is important to fight infections and chronic diseases. Soursop leaves help boost your immunity. It is rich in antioxidants that can seek out free radicals and reduce the chances of oxidative stress in the body.
So, if you are looking for a natural immune system booster, you can include soursop leaf tea in your diet.
Skin Care:
The leaves of soursop have been used in folk medicine for treating various skin conditions like abscesses. Studies also show that it has anti-inflammatory properties that help to keep your skin healthy.
Overall Health:
Soursop tea is also helpful in fighting many other diseases including cough, nausea, and parasitic infections. However, if you are suffering from any medical conditions, or taking any medications, do consult with your doctor before including this tea in your diet.
Helps Manage Diabetes:
Soursop leaves and its extracts help regulate blood sugar levels by lowering blood glucose levels in diabetic.
Traditional medicine mentions using medicinal plant products like lettuce, moringa, and soursop leaves for diabetes. A research participant mentioned that soursop drink is effective in lowering blood sugar levels but too much of it can cause your sugar levels to fall drastically.
