What Is Graviola Tree Used For?

The Graviola tree (Annona muricata), while not being confirmed as such by the FDA, is regarded amongst those in the alternative medical community as a miracle cure for conditions ranging from high blood pressure to cancer. The plant is one of many discovered in the Amazonian rain forest.

Check with your Physician

• Before using Graviola tree extract, or any herbal supplements for that matter, Always consult with your physician. Pregnant or nursing women, or people on certain types of medications, need to avoid this extract altogether. Only you and your physician can determine whether Graviola tree extract is right for you.

Stronger than Adriamycin?

• According to Allvita.net, Graviola tree extract is said to be stronger than adriamycin, one of the world's strongest chemotherapy agents, yet does no damage to healthy cells. The active ingredient is Annonaceous acetogenins.

Side effects

• Based upon independent research at www.raysahelian.com/graviola.html, there does appear to be a possible link between long-term Graviola tree extract consumption and a condition similar to Parkinson's disease. Frequent breaks in the supplement's consumption are recommended.

Pain Relief

• Graviola tree extract is also showing some promise in treating the pain of arthritis and rheumatism. Oil derived from the seeds was applied to the area in pain and relief was said to have been found.

Uses in South America

• Some native South Americans would use the leaves as a sedative or a 'heart tonic.' The seeds are used for elimination of parasites. A tea made from the leaves is used by Brazilians to detoxify the liver. Cases of fever, and even diarrhea, are said to be relieved by consuming the fruit.