According to the University of Texas at El Paso, these are all the uses and properties of soursop. Watch the video below.
In traditional medicine, the fruit and leaves are used to relieve digestive problems (including diarrhea), pain, high blood pressure, inflammation, fever, cough, and asthma, among other ailments.
It contains various nutrients, including vitamins and minerals.
It lowers blood pressure thanks to its high potassium and low sodium content.
It helps prevent osteoporosis because it is rich in phosphorus, iron, and calcium.
It is an antioxidant due to its high vitamin C content.
Tea made from the leaves has a calming and gentle effect, especially against insomnia and nervous disorders, but it should not be used in young children.
The seeds can be toxic and are crushed to make a liquid used to wash hair and eliminate lice. Extreme caution should be exercised when using this liquid, as it is very irritating to the eyes.
The leaves and fruit contain natural compounds that may be beneficial for prostate health.
Soursop extracts can be used to treat gastric ulcers.
