Protects the heart
The fruit has a hypotensive property, by peripheral mechanisms involving calcium antagonism - which is good for people with high blood pressure; vasodilating property, antispasmodic (relaxes smooth muscle), and even helps to slow down the heart rate, by its sedative property.
Anti-inflammatory potential
The anti-inflammatory property of fruit extract studied in recent scientific research appears to be related to the inhibition of inflammatory mediators of the organism. Its anti-inflammatory property may favor the treatment of arthritis, swelling and joint pain.
More Benefits
Some studies also establish as graviola properties: antibacterial and antifungal (which may aid in the treatment of acnes, for example), vermifuge, emetic (induces vomiting), analgesic, anticonvulsive, digestive stimulant and adjuvant in strengthening cardiac tonicity.
Protective against cancer The protective effect against cancer has been shown by some investigations and studies, having cellular protection property (antimutagenic) and being effective against multiresistant cancer cells. This property may be related to potent antioxidant compounds present in soursop, such as acetogenin.
