“Illuminating their day and brightening up the mind”
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE PLANT AND ITS PRESENCE
Camu Camu is a type of a small tree, sometimes referred to as a bush, which grows in Peru in the lagoon areas of the Amazon. The plant is extremely immune to flooding and is able to survive up to five months at times completely immersed in water. In the time of blooming the tree is covered with white flowers of pleasant smell, and its violet-red fruits (also known as berries) are small, oval, smooth, and shiny. They usually contain two stones and juicy and sour flesh of pink juice and distinct aroma. They are also known as Camu Berries, and are one of the best known natural products that prevent the quick ageing of the body, as well as many diseases.
MORE INFORMATION
Camu Camu is one of the most expensive Peruvian fruits, which is commonly referred to as “super fruit”. Why did it earn itself such a name?
The fruit itself is the biggest and the best in the world of nature, plant “producer” of natural and easily absorbed vitamin C. The saturation of vitamin C cannot be compared with any other plant. Needless to say, the that it contains 40-50 times more vitamin C than oranges, and 2-3 times more than, commonly valued and respected, acerola.
Additionally, the optimal combination of minerals and amino acids in Camu Camu greatly improves the absorption of vitamin C by the body. It is also a source of natural calcium, kalium, iron, niacin, phosphor, protein, riboflavin, amino acids, and flavonoids. That richness of precious components is responsible for the anti-mutagenic properties, as well as antivirus, anti-inflammation (one of the best anti-inflammation cure in the world of nature), anti-sclerosis, and antioxidant. Vitamin C not only prevents the flu, or a cold, but also, protects us against many illnesses – often those most dangerous such as cancer and blood circulation diseases. It also slows down the process of ageing of all body cells, organs, skin and the whole body. It is a great generator for the immune system.
MAIN BENEFITS OF USING CAMU CAMU
Camu Camu strengthens and protects the liver*, helping even with serum hepatitis. It prevents rheumatic illnesses and arthritis. It sooth the already existing inflammation and eases the pain on joints, protects against the flu and a cold, it protects against illnesses of respiratory system such as asthma, cough, bronchial illnesses, diseases of lungs and sinuses. It improves ones vision, protects the retina and the eye nerves. It helps with glaucoma, and Parkinson’s – it considerably slows down its progress, and preventive usage protects against it. It has ant-sclerosis properties, helps to maintain the good condition of the heart, arteries, veins and blood circulation system. It is helpful with treating diabetes, all types of infection, it helps the wounds and burns to heal. It also has the ant-ulcer and anti-herpes properties. It supports the nervous system, and protects against the neurodegenerative diseases, dementia, Alzheimer, it helps with the concentration and memory disorders. It has beneficial influence on brain efficiency, mental and physical strength, it helps with depression, neurosis, and other neural disorders. It is very helpful with fighting infections, and can destroy bacteria due to its antiseptic properties.
The fruits of Camu Camu are famous for its anti-ageing properties. The high amount of vitamin C plays a crucial role in protein and collagen production. It is of upmost importance when it comes to regeneration of the cells, the blood circulation and the skeletal system. It guarantees healthy fingernails, skin, and hair. It also influences the state of teeth and gums.
Camu Camu is also anti-mutagenic, therefore it protects against the mutation of DNA, and degeneration of the cells – that is also against the growth of the cancer tumors.
A lot of people suffer because of migraine. It is often cause by the toxic qualities of what we eat and breathe. Camu Camu is a neuroprotective superfruit, and can greatly limit the strength of migraine. Giving up fizzy drinks (aspartame presence), and instant foods (MSG) will also be of great help.
Camu Camu is also an invaluable help for the elderly – as well as a means of prophylaxis, it is also a mean of soothing the already existing disorders of motion and communication ability, therefore it greatly improves their lives.
Another important health concern are the inflammations, which have a truly destructive effects on for example the condition of heart but also different organs. It is currently a hot topic in medical writings. The proven anti-inflammatory properties of Camu Camu are surely a key element of anti-inflammatory nutrition strategy. Many people are unaware of the fact that the lack of vitamin C is not only the cause of scurvy or a tendency to catching a cold. Very often the consequences are much more serious and they can impact literally the whole organism – internal organs, bones, skin, eyes, and also the state of our nerves.
Consuming Camu Camu we nourish the body and strengthen the immune system, as a result we feel better and our body is more vital.
Another field in which Camu Camu proves to be useful is fighting infertility, which is becoming more and more of a problem in the civilized world. Permanent stress, and also environmental pollution, together with poor incomplete diet are a couple of reasons for this phenomenon. The fruits of Camu Camu yet again prove their importance, as they seem immensely useful when it comes to sperm production.
In recent years we have witnessed an expansion of Camu Camu onto different continents. The main customer is Japan. Camu Camu is also used as a nutritious and flavor and color-enriching component of ice-cream, sweets, and different types of desserts. It can be purchased in a form of powder, fruit pulp, ground fruit, or most recently in the form of extraction. As argued by its enthusiasts, Camu Camu “illuminates their day, and brightens up their mind”. It is only one of many reasons why Camu Camu should make its way to our list of most important supplements.
USE AND MOST COMMON DOSAGE
Powder: to make a drink: one full teaspoon of powder mix in a glass of water. You get great, tasty, freshening drink of acidulous flavor. Capsules: 1-2 capsules a day. Lozenges: 2-4 a day. In order to improve the immune system you can enlarge the dose a few times.
* Camu Camu fruit is described as a powerful antioxidant that protects the liver. As a result of constant process of purification of the body and removing the sitotoxin, our liver is especially exposed to different diseases. Camu Camu, with its miraculous vitamin C, and the whole catalogue of nutritious substances offers the liver permanent assistance in its detoxification role. The detoxification is especially difficult and essential in a world where most consumers are constantly exposed to literally hundreds of chemical substances present in hair sprays, shampoo, soap, powders, and detergents, deodorants and scents, as well as in food. The fact that liver every day has to deal with this number of toxins, and it is especially liable to damage, means that we need to take exceptionally good care of it, and it requires our systematic protection and support.
