Acerola powder: how manufacturers use this ingredient

Did you know that acerola is one of the most consumed and commercialized fruits in Brazil? Tasty and full of antioxidant properties that guarantee a healthier life, the fruit can be acquired by the manufacturers as an input known as acerola powder.

Developed by Blue Macaw Flora, acerola powder is used in the production and composition of cosmetics, food, and medicines, especially in the manufacture of juices, yogurts, soft drinks, energy drinks, supplements, creams, moisturizers, shampoos, and other products.

As well as the fresh fruit, acerola powder holds part of the vitamin C, which is important for protecting the body against bacteria and infections. Every 100g of acerola may contain about 1,000 to 1,500mg of the vitamin, a dosage that is much greater than from orange, for example.

The fruit is also rich in minerals such as calcium, copper, chromium, iron, magnesium, manganese, potassium, and zinc, as well as vitamins A, B1, and B6.

In addition to acerola, Blue Macaw Flora’s portfolio of dried extracts also contains acai, camu camu, catuaba, yerba mate, guarana, and muirapuama powders.

All products are extracted with the help of the spray drying technology, which allows the fruit powder to retain its color, aroma, flavor and, of course, nutritional properties.

BMF’s fruit powders do not have preservatives, colorings, or any other artificial product in its composition.

Other benefits of acerola powder

Also known as the Antillean cherry, acerola is the fruit from the acerola tree, originally from Central America and very cultivated in Brazil, mainly in the states of Bahia, Ceará, Paraíba, and Pernambuco. Together, they hold almost 60% of the national production.

Famous for being a small and sour fruit, acerola is an important ally in the treatment and prevention of various diseases, such as tuberculosis, flu, liver and lung diseases, among others, as well as in the fight against stress and skin problems.

Therefore, in addition to the consumption in natura, the fruit powder is used in the manufacture of food, beverages, medicines, and personal care and beauty products.

Below you will find the main benefits of acerola. Check it out:

It acts in the maintenance of the immune system
The presence of vitamin A allows an increase in immunity and hence a direct action in the prevention of heart diseases, rheumatism, anemia, and cancer.

It keeps the blood sugar in check
The antioxidants found in acerola powder or in natura allow the regulation of insulin and glucose, reducing the release of sugar into the bloodstream.

It acts as an anti-aging agent
The properties present in acerola improve the health of eyes and skin, prevent the onset of age-related diseases and also allows cells, blood vessels, and organs to recover faster from diseases or injuries.

It prevents metabolism-related problems
Vitamin B, along with the other vitamins that make up the fruit, help to regulate hormones and metabolism, allowing the body to better function.

It prevents infections
The nutrients found in the fruit help to prevent infections in the liver, lung, and gallbladder, as well as aiding in healing.

It helps with the treatment of skin and scalp
The high amount of vitamin C present in the fruit allows it to be used in cosmetic products, as a hair moisturizer, or to fight aging skin.

If your company is looking for a supplier of acerola powder or partnerships to develop 100% natural products, you can count on Blue Macaw Flora. Contact us by phone: 55 11 2503-5356 or by e-mail: contato@bluemacawflora.com. We will be delighted to serve you!