SAFE
Acerola Cherry Extract
Malpighia emarginata standardised
Likely Safe
V1 Verified
Superfoods
PubMed Studies
880
About
Standardised acerola cherry extract (17% Vitamin C) providing natural Vitamin C complex with bioflavonoids. Superior to synthetic ascorbic acid for some applications.
How it works (mechanism of action)
Exceptionally high concentrations of vitamins, minerals, polyphenols, or phytochemicals relative to caloric content provide broad nutritional and antioxidant coverage. Bioactive compounds activate multiple protective pathways including Nrf2, NF-kB inhibition, and AMPK activation.
📊 Effectiveness
Vitamin C and immune support
Evidence Grade B · 8 studies · n=680
Evidence grades: A=Strong RCT evidence · B=Good clinical trials · C=Limited trials · D=Preliminary/traditional
👥 Safety by Population
🚫 Contraindications & Warnings
High Vitamin C content: kidney stone risk in susceptible individuals.
🏷️ Other Names
Malpighia emarginata standardised