SAFE
Cupuacu Powder
Theobroma grandiflorum
Likely Safe
V1 Verified
Herbs & Botanicals
PubMed Studies
280
About
Cupuacu fruit from the Amazon is rich in unique polyphenols (theograndins), xanthines, and fatty acids with antioxidant and immunostimulatory properties.
How it works (mechanism of action)
Contains bioactive phytochemicals (alkaloids, terpenoids, polyphenols, or glycosides) modulating cellular signalling pathways. Primary mechanisms include enzyme inhibition, receptor modulation, and transcription factor activation relevant to documented clinical indications.
👥 Safety by Population
🚫 Contraindications & Warnings
Very limited clinical data. Generally safe as food.
🏷️ Other Names
Theobroma grandiflorum