Lupeol Antic Cancer Superfood Strawberries and Mango
Mango and Strawberry are not related botanically but share in common several characteristics
* two of the most popular fruits based on volume of annual production and number of consumer products
* high in dietary fiber, vitamin C and numerous other micronutrients — these are key signatures of superfruits
* skin contains anthocyanins which are polyphenols potentially inhibiting inflammation mechanisms common to onset of various diseases
and….
* both contain lupeol, a natural terpene in the phytosterol category made by many plants for structural support of cell membranes, including elderberry, fig, cabbage, bell pepper, olive, and grape
* phytosterols have been granted an FDA health claim for lowering levels of blood cholesterol
Let’s learn about a few new discoveries from Lupeol Research
* Lupeol has anti-inflammatory, anti-arthritic, anti-mutagenic and anti-malarial activity in vitro and in animal studies
* a multi-target molecule with substantial anti-inflammatory activity
* Lupeol has potential anti-cancer activity (research abstract)
* Lupeol may have specific application as a preventive agent against breast cancer click for research abstract
* Lupeol may have specific application as a preventive agent against prostate cancer click for research abstract
* Lupeol is related to betulinic acid, another anti-cancer candidate with strong research background, click!
The ‘Ataulfo’ cultivar of mango, one of the most popular worldwide.
High content of lupeol and carotenoids in its skin.
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