What is the common name for Annona muricata?
Soursop (Annona muricata Lin. Annonaceae family that has been widely used globally as a traditional medicine for many diseases. In traditional herbal medicine, soursop leaf tea is often consumed in the evening to promote calmness and rest. Some cultures refer to it as a “natural sedative”, believed to help reduce anxiety and encourage sleep.But we do know that too much of it can be harmful to your health. Soursop is not safe for humans as a supplement or as a food or drink in large amounts. I recommend you avoid soursop supplements and tea. If you eat soursop pulp, desserts, or drink the juice, try limiting it to ½ cup a few days a week.Soursop in Traditional Medicine Its leaves been used to make tea to treat a wide range of health conditions and ailments, including: Bacterial or parasite infections. Fever. High blood sugar.You can consume 2 to 3 cups of soursop tea per day, preferably after meals. To make the tea, simply place the soursop leaves in boiling water and soak for about 10 minutes. Then, strain and drink while warm, after meals.