Jabuticaba
Also known as: Myrciaria jaboticaba, Myrciaria trunciflora, Plinia cauliflora, Brazilian grape tree, jabuticaba peel extract, JPE
Effective Dosage
No established dose from provided studies
What the Science Says
Jabuticaba is a dark-skinned Brazilian berry packed with polyphenols, particularly in its peel. Animal studies suggest it may help reduce cholesterol and triglycerides, improve antioxidant defenses, and support gut microbiota balance in the context of obesity and metabolic dysfunction. Lab studies also show its extracts can fight certain harmful bacteria and reduce inflammation, though these effects have not yet been confirmed in human clinical trials.
What It Doesn't Do
No proven weight loss effect in humans. Not a treatment for diabetes or metabolic syndrome — all promising results come from animal or lab studies. Don't expect it to replace medication. The antimicrobial effects seen in test tubes don't mean it fights infections in your body. No evidence it improves mood or anxiety in people.
Evidence-Based Benefits
Jabuticaba is a dark-skinned Brazilian berry packed with polyphenols, particularly in its peel. Animal studies suggest it may help reduce cholesterol and triglycerides, improve antioxidant defenses, and support gut microbiota balance in the context of obesity and metabolic dysfunction. Lab studies also show its extracts can fight certain harmful bacteria and reduce inflammation, though these effects have not yet been confirmed in human clinical trials.
Weak EvidenceEffective at: No established dose from provided studies
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Absorption & Bioavailability
Unknown — no human pharmacokinetic data in the provided studies. Animal and in vitro models used, so absorption in humans is not established.
Red Flags to Watch For
- Nearly all research is in animals or cell cultures — human clinical trials are essentially absent from the current evidence base
- No standardized dose exists for human use; products may vary wildly in potency and extract concentration
- Some extracts showed cytotoxic (cell-killing) effects at higher concentrations in lab studies — dose safety in humans is unclear
- Often marketed as a 'superfruit' cure-all, but the science does not support broad health claims in people
Products Containing Jabuticaba
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Research Sources
- PubMed
- NIH DSLD
This information is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting any supplement regimen. Last updated: 2026-04-09