A small tropical berry called camu camu that grows in the Amazonian flood plain is said to have the highest concentration of Vitamin C in the world. This large concentration of Vitamin C makes it a powerful antioxidant and stress buster for its ability to contain cortisol, the stress hormone. Coupled with stress relieving properties is the enhancement of mood resutling from camu camu's facility in increasing uptake of the neurotransmitter serotonin. This important hormone has been studied repeatedly for its role in managing emotional mood. Additionally, camu camu is a good source of a wide variety of bioflavonoids and phytonutrients, including leucine, valine and serine.
Camu camu is fast becoming a popular superfood like the acai berry. The media has picked up on camu camu's outstanding health properties and has become positive fodder for a health-conscious demographic. One of the pioneers that have seen the market potential for this fruit is Amazon Herb Company. Camu camu is available in a pure extract form as Camu Gold, as pure powder form in Pure Camu, and is also the main ingredient in their organic health drink called Zamu. Amazon Herb Company has its own camu camu plantation with over 28,000 camu camu trees, flourishing in the nutrient-rich biomass of the world’s richest living ecosystem.
Camu camu is well-known for its healing properties both in traditional remedy and scientific research. One of its benefits is the increased circulation to the brain and to the hands and feet when taken regularly. Camu camu is also low in fat, easily digestible and is helpful in managing weight. As mentioned, camu camu berries are considered the world’s richest natural sources of Vitamin C, and compared to orange, contains 30 times more vitamin C, 10 times more iron, 3 times more niacin, 5% more phosphorus, and double the amount of riboflavin.
Synthetic Vitamin C has been shown in some studies to have adverse effects when used in high amounts. Camu camu is a lot safer because it is all natural and is far superior in strengthening the immune system and enhacing energy levels. Besides being a powerful anti-oxidant, camu camu has been shown in studies to also increase the levels of serotonin. Serotonin is a neurotransmitter known for its mood-enhancing properties.
Below are few of the benefits of the Camu Camu berry:
- Stronger immune system, enabling increased resistance against pathogens and diseases
- Increases capability to cope with stress, elevate mood and disposition
- Camu camu has been found in studies to also improve eyesight
- Conditions and heals the skin, as a consequence of its high Vitamin C content (this fact has made camu camu a popular ingredient in natural skin products)
- Keeps colds and other viral infections away
- Assists in maintaining health of bones and teeth
- Keeps your lungs healthy
- Has powerful anti-inflammatory effects on the body
- Aids organs like eyes, brains, heart, skin and liver maintain excellent condition
As a result of of its numerous and diverse therapeutic attributes, camu camu has turned into a favorite among holistic health practitioners when dealing with their patients. This little gem from the abundant Amazon Rainforest ecosystem goes far towards making sure we thrive rather than just survive. An ounce of prevention is a pound of cure assumes a new significance when conveying camu camu along with its remarkable usefulness and capabilities.
