Brazilian Superfruit Found to Kill Cancer Cells
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Brazilian Superfruit: Acai Berry Shows Promise in Killing Cancer Cells
Summary
A new study reveals that the Brazilian acai berry can kill cancer cells, adding excitement around its potential health benefits.Article
A groundbreaking study from the University of Florida has brought renewed attention to the Brazilian acai berry, a superfruit celebrated for its potential health benefits. This research is among the first to scientifically examine the claims made about acai's health properties.
The study involved creating six different chemical extracts from acai berry pulp, each tested in seven varying concentrations. Remarkably, four extracts demonstrated the ability to kill a significant number of cancer cells when applied for 24 hours or more, destroying between 35% to 86% of the cells, depending on the extract and concentration used.
Stephen Talcott, an assistant professor at UF's Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, explained that extracts from the acai berry triggered a self-destruct process known as apoptosis in up to 86% of leukemia cells tested. However, he cautioned that these tests were performed on cancer cell cultures, not on human subjects.
Despite these limitations, the results are promising. The Brazilian berry has gained popularity in the United States over the past year, prompting many companies to incorporate acai into their products.
Acai berries are among the richest fruit sources of antioxidants, similar to other fruits that have been shown to kill cancer cells in similar studies. Antioxidants are vital substances that help protect cells from damage caused by free radicals, unstable molecules thought to contribute to cancer development. By neutralizing free radicals, antioxidants may help prevent damage to healthy cells.
Experts remain divided on the effectiveness of antioxidants against cancer cells in the human body, due to the influence of various lifestyle factors. However, many anecdotal claims support the acai berry's health benefits. Historically, indigenous people in the Brazilian rainforest have used acai for a variety of purposes, including food, beverages, and treatments for ailments like diarrhea, jaundice, and fevers.
The University of Florida study represents a step forward in moving beyond anecdotal claims by subjecting acai to rigorous scientific scrutiny. "Many claims are being made, but most haven't been tested scientifically," Talcott stated. "We are just beginning to understand the complexity of the acai berry and its health-promoting effects."
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