About Acerola Cherry
Acerola cherry (Malpighia emarginata) is one of the richest natural sources of vitamin C, containing 1,000–4,500 mg vitamin C per 100g of fresh fruit. Supplements use powdered or extracted forms, often standardized to 17–25% vitamin C. Beyond vitamin C, acerola provides carotenoids, anthocyanins, and phenolic compounds with antioxidant activity. Limited standalone RCTs — most clinical evidence is for the vitamin C it delivers rather than acerola-specific benefits. A few small studies suggest superior bioavailability of acerola-derived vitamin C vs synthetic ascorbic acid, but evidence is not definitive.
What Acerola Cherry supports
- Rich natural source of vitamin C with co-factors
- Provides additional antioxidant polyphenols
How much Acerola Cherry to take
Clinical studies typically use 100–500 mg of Acerola Cherry. Typically dosed 100–500 mg/day as extract or powder. Often standardized to 17–25% vitamin C. Primary value is as a whole-food vitamin C source with additional polyphenols.
- Effective range
- 100–500 mg
Clinical evidence
Limited clinical evidence. Rich vitamin C source with polyphenols; limited standalone RCTs, most evidence is for the vitamin C content
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