What if there was a natural way to support your immune system, fight inflammation, and enhance your mood all at once? Is it possible that a single superfood could revolutionize your approach to wellness and vitality?

You might need camu camu if you are. . .

• Feeling under the weather

• Experiencing high stress

• Wanting to enhance nutrient intake

• Struggling to have healthy skin

Benefits of Camu Camu

• Strong antioxidant
• Immune support (rich in vitamin C!)
• Anti-inflammatory
• Energy and mood enhancer

Common ways to use camu camu

Fresh: raw, jelly, jams

Tea: Use a tsp of dried fruit or a tablespoon of fresh fruit

Powder form: you can add it to juices, salads, smoothies, baking, yogurt, etc.

Capsules/tablets

Tinctures

Growing and Foraging Information

Unless you happen to have a nearby rainforest, then you likely will not be able to forage for camu camu, but, thanks to the worldwide web, it can be at your fingertips!

Safety Concerns

Drug Interaction: If you have any health concerns or are taking any prescription medication, please consult with your health care provider before adding new herbs to your diet.

Breastfeeding and Pregnancy: There are no known contraindications with camu camu for breastfeeding and pregnancy.

Other Concerns: Camu camu fruit is a great and safe addition to any diet. It does, however, have high amounts of vitamin C so taking it in moderation is necessary. Vitamin C in high doses will affect the bowels. That is why many protocols often say to take vitamin C to “bowel tolerance.” That means, when you start needing to run to the bathroom to empty your bowels, start to back it down a little. High doses like vitamin C are not necessary when you are feeling well. Maintaining a good balance of vitamin C is important for your immune system and collagen production (bones, skin, hair, tendons, muscle, etc).

Select Studies About Camu Camu

Camu-Camu Fruit Extract Inhibits Oxidative Stress and Inflammatory Responses by Regulating NFAT and Nrf2 Signaling Pathways in High Glucose-Induced Human Keratinocytes

This study showed that camu camu extract reduces harmful reactive oxygen species (ROS) in skin cells exposed to high glucose. It also helps regulate inflammation and boost protective enzymes, making it promising for skin health. The study used camu camu extract in 70% ethanol alcohol.

[Antimicrobial activity in vitro of Camu-Camu (Myrciaria Dubia) against oral microorganisms: a systematic review]

The objective was to evaluate the antimicrobial activity of camu camu (Myrciaria dubia) on oral microorganisms. A review of studies from 2008 to 2018 found that camu camu shows positive antimicrobial effects, mainly against gram-positive bacteria, due to its phenolic compounds. However, more high-quality studies are needed to compare its effectiveness with oral antiseptics and antibiotics for dental and periodontal diseases.