Shawachop And Its Health Benefits

Shawachop (Annonia Muricata) Soursop, popularly known as Shawachop is the fruit of Annona Muricata. Research shows that Annona Muricata...

Shawachop (Annonia Muricata)

Soursop, popularly known as Shawachop is the fruit of Annona Muricata. Research shows that Annona Muricata is a broadleaf, flowering, evergreen tree. The exact origin is unknown; it is native to the tropical regions of the Mexico, Cuba, Central America, the Caribbean, and northern South America, primarily Colombia, Brazil, Peru, Ecuador, Venezuela, and Puerto Ricoand is widely propagated, the fruit is also found in Nigeria and other parts of Africa.

The soursop is adapted to areas of high humidity and relatively warm winters; temperatures below 5 °C (41 °F) will cause damage to leaves and small branches, and temperatures below 3 °C (37 °F) can be fatal. The fruit becomes dry and is no longer good for consumption.

The nutritional and phytonutritional content of Soursop includes
1. Fiber
2. Vitamin C, Vitamin B1, and Vitamin 82
3. Minerals iron, potassium, calcium and phosphorus

Shawachop as alternative Cancer Treatment
As noted by Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, a cancer treatment and research institution in New York City, Shawashop is one of  the treatment for cancer.
The seeds, stems and soursop contain phytochemicals and Annonaceous acetogenins which play significant role in fighting cancer and viral attacks. Study made it clear that contents of Annonaceous acetogenins in graviola can kill malignant cells in breast cancer, prostate cancer, colon cancer, lung cancer and much more up to 12 types.


Some known health benefits of Shawachop
 
Prevention of Cancer 
Annonaceous acetogenins are phytochemicals contained in the leaves, seeds and stems of soursop. These substances play a role in warding off cancer and viral attacks. The study revealed that the content of Annonaceous acetogenins in graviola can kill malignant cells in 12 types of cancer, including breast, colon, prostate, lung, and much more.

Maintenance of Bone Health
Shawachop also contain calcium, phosphorus and other minerals like copper, which helps the absorption of calcium into the bones. The frequent uses of Soursop help the bone to receive adequate nutritional requirements of the body.

Prevention of Anaemia
Shawachop is rich in Iron. This makes it useful in relieving users from symptoms anaemia.

Ease Urination
The consumption of Soursop leaves as tea can help to flush out unwanted bacteria in the urinary tract as it has excellent antibacterial properties. It cleanses the bladder, ureter, urethra and kidneys. Taking this tea regularly will help rid your body of this difficult to deal with ailment.

Boost of Energy
Soursop fruit contains thiamin which is useful to boost body energy. It fresh aroma can also make your mood come back alive.

Relieves Migraine
Soursop fruit known for containing riboflavin or vitamin B2 is known to effectively relieve migraine headaches and pains.


Prevention of Vomiting
Shawachop also can be used to prevent nausea and vomiting.



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