Are a great source of antioxidants, including vitamin C.1 The seeds contain derivatives of ellagic acid (found in raspberries and other fruit), while both seeds and skin contain proanthocyanidins.2
A study that compared its effects to those of oral vitamin C in smokers found a reduction in oxidative stress markers and inflammation, while no changes were observed in the vitamin C-only group, leading the researchers to suggest that the benefits of the camu-camu may be due to other antioxidants.3
Another study showed the ability of camu-camu to improve various metabolic factors like glucose, cholesterol, triglycerides, and insulin.4
Camu-camu shows potential to play a role in alleviating the symptoms of a number of diseases, particularly those associated with aging.5
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