So you’re learning about Soursop and your interest has been peaked. You’re thinking about giving this creamy Graviola fruit a try, but don’t know where to start or how to take it. This article will address Soursop Bitters – one of the easiest ways to incorporate this African produce. This includes what living bitters are and how to take them.

What Is Soursop Living Bitters?

Before we jump in, if you haven’t read our other posts that covers all the basics of Soursop plus what the research says regarding its potential benefits, you’ll want to go back and start there. You can access these articles below:

Soursop: What You Need To Know About This Super Fruit

Top 5 Soursop Health Benefits

Alright, now we’re ready to learn about Soursop Bitters. Simply put, Soursop living bitters is a potent, concentrated liquid natural health food concoction. It usually consists of a unique formula that includes various herbs and roots.

A single bottle of bitters can contain upwards of 20 different superfoods. You might be familiar with some already – like black seed oil, moringa, or irish sea moss.  Not all bitters are the same and can include different ingredients.

Some common herbs and roots found in Soursop living bitters are:

• Soursop Leaves, Roots, & Extract
   
• Black Seed Oil
   
• Honey
   
• Ginger
   
• Senna
   
• Aloe
   
• Cheech
   
• Vanilla
   
• Flaxseed
   
• Mahogany Bark
   
• Fennel Seed
   
• Black Pepper
   
• Moringa
   
• Garlic
   
• Nim Tree
   
• Tamarind
   
• Goatweed
   
• Irish Sea Moss
   
• Hibiscus
   
• Cinnamon 
   

What Is Soursop Bitters Good For?

When you consume Soursop bitters, you are supplying your body with more than the benefits of Graviola alone. You can learn about the potential benefits of these superfoods at the links below: 

This herbal drink is typically used as a colon cleanse but has many other potential benefits. This detoxifying beverage is high in Vitamin C thanks to its Soursop content. Vitamin C is a well-known antioxidant that promotes a healthy immune system. It is also high in fiber, which may help ease constipation and reduce inflammation.

In addition to its cleansing properties, this tonic is also used in hopes of preventing certain ailments such as asthma, coughs, digestive issues, high blood pressure, sexual dysfunction, and more. Soursop bitters may also help fight bacteria, stabilize blood sugar, improve skin health, reduce inflammation, and fight infection.

While there are benefits, there are also potential side effects. We will review the scientific research surrounding the benefits and side effects of Soursop in our next article.

How To Take

Because not all bitters are created the same, each bottle will have different dosage recommendations. It is extremely important to follow the specific directions listed on the product you choose as consuming more than the recommended dose can have serious side effects.

What does it taste like you ask? While Graviola fruit itself is sweet and is even used in creating some wonderful desserts, the name of this herbal concoction isn’t hiding anything. It is bitter and most people do not like how it tastes.

Luckily, there are a lot of ways to dilute it down so that it can be enjoyed. Avid soursop bitters users recommend adding your daily doses to another drink such as orange juice, lemonade, ginger ale, tomato juice, or smoothies. You can also find more sophisticated recipes online if you want to spice things up even more!

Conclusion

Soursop living bitters is one way to consume Graviola fruit. It is a unique, ultra-concentrated mixture of 20 + different superfoods, herbs, and roots known to boost overall health and wellness. Living bitters is most commonly used as a colon cleanse, herbal preventative, and to boost immunity, fight infection, reduce inflammation and ultimately to improve the overall picture of one’s health.

While Soursop fruit itself is creamy and sweet, living bitters is not. It’s name describes it accurately – it’s bitter! If you, like most, find the taste to be too unpleasant, you can easily mask it with a citrus juice, carbonated beverage, or smoothie.

Soursop and Soursop bitters have an impressive list of potential benefits, however, there can also be side effects when taken in large quantities. To be safe, make sure you follow the directions on your bottle and consult with a licensed Physician before using Soursop, Soursop bitters, or any new dietary supplement.

Medical Disclaimer

Please speak with your doctor or other licensed healthcare professional before beginning any new supplement including Soursop. None of the content on this site is or should be considered medical advice. The purpose of this article is simply to highlight relevant research for those curious about the potential benefits of consuming Soursop.