A dark deeply purple berry, Maqui is the most powerful botanical with antioxidants health nutrition support known in the world and it is the foundation for our antiaging products, Avia and Syn40 from Synaura International. The Maqui is a stronger than acai, mangosteen, goji, noni or even chocolate. According to studies, Maqui is also one of the most powerful of the natural anti-inflammatories and has thermogenic properties attributed to relieving pain caused by swelling and aiding in weight loss.
The Mapuche Indians of South America are the only indigenous people in all of the Americas who have never been conquered by an invading force. The Spanish conquistadors who were repeatedly defeated by the Mapuche said that the extreme stamina and strength of the natives came from the daily consumption of a beverage made from the revered Maqui berry.
The dark purple fruit of the Aristotelia chilensis, the size of a large blueberry, has been used for centuries by the Mapuche to treat such health conditions as skin inflammation, pain, disorders of the stomach and fatigue.
The Maqui berry is taken orally as well as externally in a poultice to treat cuts, abrasion and other wounds.
Modern science has shed light on just how these Maqui remedies have been so effective.
According to independent lab reports, the Maqui berry:
- Has the highest natural ORAC value and the highest concentration of anthocyanins (a powerful antioxidant) and polyphenols (plays a role in the prevention of degenerative diseases) of any known fruit or berry including acai, mangosteen, amalaki and pomegranate
- Has shown anti-inflammatory effects by inhibiting the expression of COX-2, which plays a role in inflammation
- Is antimicrobial (kills or inhibits the growth of bacteria, fungi or viruses)
- Has analgesic / pain relieving properties
Thermogenic properties / raises core body temperature- ProhibitS LDL oxidation
- Anti-atherogenic / Helps manage healthy cholesterol & triglyceride levels
- Stimulates PPAR receptors / regulates cell development
Consider this article from www.nutraceuticalmag.com, July/August 2009
Information Source: Synaura InternationalTags: Anti-Inflammatories, AntiAging Product, Antioxidants Health
