Camu-Camu
December 11th, 2009

A native of Peru, Camu-camu, or Myciaria dubia, is a purple-skinned fruit with a diverse nutritional profile. It is essentially unknown in the United States, but is held in high esteem in Japan. The Japanese believe it improves mood, fights depression and increases energy levels.
- Potassium
- Flavonoids
- C Vitamins
- Amino Acids
It can help with:
- Immune Disfunction
- Mood disorders
- Viral Infection
- Bacterial Function
In 2005, researchers in Brazil discovered that the superfruit has a lot of antioxidant powers – many of which reduce a variety of diseases linked to the aging process.
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