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In an effort to find a cure for the more serious symptoms of the emerging corona virus, Canadian researchers are studying the benefits of the acai palm fruit, according to one of these experts.
Previous studies have shown that the cranberry fruit of this palm, which is native to South and Central America, can reduce inflammation.
Experts pointed out that the Corona virus, which is spreading its infection around the world, can cause serious infections that lead to health complications.
Researcher Michael Farko, who has been studying the effect of this fruit on the inflammatory response for five years, decided to test with his colleague Anna Andreasa the efficacy of these fruits in the treatment of Covid-19 disease, according to “Euronews”.
“It’s just an experiment,” Pharco told AFP. “These fruits don’t cost a lot, and they’re safe and accessible to everyone, so it’s worth the effort.”
The two experts gathered for research purposes about 580 patients diagnosed with Coronavirus in Canada and Brazil, where the cultivation of this type of palm is widespread.
Half of the patients received doses of an experimental drug, while the other half received a placebo. It is hoped, if this fruit is effective, that consuming it early will help avoid the worst symptoms caused by the virus, which can lead to death, according to Farco.
The researcher explained that this fruit targets the same group of proteins known as “NLRB3 inflammatory particle” that the virus targets.
When activated, these proteins help fight inflammation and stress.
This study is expected to take 30 days and its results will be published in late 2020.
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