Soursop (Graviola) comes from a tree in the rain forests of Africa, South America, and Southeast Asia. It is a common food there.
People in Africa and South America use the bark, leaves, root, and fruits of the Graviola tree. They treat infections with viruses or parasites, rheumatism, arthritis, depression, and sickness. We know from research that some Graviola extracts can help to treat these conditions.
In some laboratory studies, Graviola extracts can kill some types of liver and breast cancer cells. These cells are resistant to some chemotherapy drugs. A more recent study showed that Graviola pulp extract has an effect on prostate cancer cells in mice, but there have not been any studies in humans.
According to a 1999 study, Graviola extract may also have antiviral effects against herpes simplex 2 virus (HSV-2). HSV-2 is responsible for most cases of genital herpes outbreaks. In vitro, Gaviola was toxic to HSV-2 cells. In vitro means outside a living body.
Some studies on animals found that Graviola may lower blood sugar and blood pressure. Talk to your doctor first before taking Graviola if you have diabetes or high blood pressure.
Graviola is not meant to be taken Frequently as it may cause damage
*It may help kill cancer cells
*It can help fight bacteria
*It could reduce inflammation
*It may stabilize blood sugar levels
*It may help prevent ulcers
*It may help treat herpes