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Acerola (Cherry) Fruit Extract Facts

Acerola cherries, a natural source of vitamin C used in AG1

Acerola (Cherry) Fruit Extract Facts

Acerola cherry (Malpighia emarginata), sometimes called the Barbados cherry or West Indian cherry, is a small, bright red tropical fruit native to Central and South America. It has a tangy-sweet flavor, is naturally rich in vitamin C, and also contains a variety of phytonutrients, including carotenoids, anthocyanins, and polyphenols.

Key Benefits of Acerola Fruit Extract:

Supports immune health and collagen formation through high vitamin C content.
Provides antioxidant compounds that help protect cells.
May support connective tissue strength and skin health via phytonutrient activity.

Why it Matters:

US NHANES data have reported ~42% of people have insufficient Vitamin C levels. ¹.
Acerola cherry offers a concentrated, natural source of vitamin C and phytonutrients, making it a valuable option for closing nutrient gaps.

Citations:

1. Shay KP, Moreau RF, Smith EJ, Smith AR, Hagen TM. Alpha-lipoic acid as a dietary supplement: molecular mechanisms and therapeutic potential. Biochim Biophys Acta. 2009;1790(10):1149-1160. doi:10.1016/j.bbagen.2009.07.026
2. Superti F, Russo R. Alpha-lipoic acid: molecular mechanisms and antioxidant activity. Antioxidants (Basel). 2024;13(1):63. doi:10.3390/antiox13010063