Natural vitamin C from the acerola cherry.
Vitamin C from acerola
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What tradition tells us about the acerola
Barbados cherry
The small red fruit originates from the Caribbean and tropical America. Hence its names Barbados cherry and West Indian cherry.
Malpighi's name
The genus Malpighia honors the 17th-century Italian naturalist Marcello Malpighi. Today, Brazil is the most important country for its cultivation.
The ritual
It only stays fresh for a few days, which is why it comes to us as juice or powder. Because it's very sour, it's diluted with water or stirred into muesli while cold.
The profile in the Botanical Archive: benefits, ingredients, home remedies, Ayurveda & TCM and all sources.
More about Acerola in the Botanical Archives →Benefits, officially confirmed
What vitamin C is officially recognized for
- Vitamin C contributes to the normal function of the immune system.
- Vitamin C contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
- Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of skin, gums, bones, cartilage, teeth and blood vessels.
- Vitamin C helps protect cells from oxidative stress.
- Vitamin C increases iron absorption.
- Vitamin C contributes to the normal function of the nervous system and normal psychological function.
Vitamin C from the acerola cherry: one of the world's richest fruits in vitamin C, as a gently dried fruit extract.
At a glance
- Material: Vitamin C (ascorbic acid), here from fruit extract
- Source: Acerola cherry (Malpighia emarginata), South America/Caribbean
- Reference value (NRV): 80 mg per day
- Things to consider when comparing: The line item "of which vitamin C" – the extract percentage alone says nothing about the amount of vitamin C.
Natural or synthetic? Chemically, ascorbic acid is always the same molecule; the body doesn't distinguish its source. The difference lies in the accompanying substances of the fruit and in the price. Those who want the full spectrum of fruit flavors choose acerola; those who only want ascorbic acid can get it much cheaper. Both are legitimate options; you just need to know what you're paying for.
What's inside
Acerola fruit extract, standardized to a specific vitamin C content. The label indicates the amount of vitamin C per daily serving. Good products do not contain unnecessary fillers or colorings.
What is not covered: „It claims to "shorten colds" or "protect against infections." It is only permitted to support the normal function of the immune system, nothing more.
How it is taken
Vitamin C is water-soluble: what the body doesn't need, it excretes. Several small portions throughout the day are therefore more beneficial than one large one. Taking it with a meal is generally well-tolerated. The German Federal Institute for Risk Assessment recommends a maximum daily intake of 250 mg for supplements; more than that offers no proven additional benefit.
Folk medicine, tradition, research
What the acerola is known for, why its vitamin C almost always comes to you as a powder or juice, and what research says about the difference to synthetic ascorbic acid.
Good to know
- Very high doses (from about one gram) can have a laxative effect and upset the stomach.
- If you are prone to kidney stones, consult a doctor beforehand: Vitamin C is broken down into oxalate.
- Vitamin C increases iron absorption. In cases of hemochromatosis (iron overload disease), this combination should be managed by a doctor.
- Not suitable for pets. We have our animal health section for that.
As always, dietary supplements are a supplement, not a substitute for good food and not a substitute for medical advice. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have children, pre-existing medical conditions, or are taking long-term medication, it is advisable to consult your doctor beforehand.
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What was acerola used for in the past?
We explain this in detail in the Botanical Archive: what folk medicine used acerola for, what research says about it today, and with all sources. View portrait →
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