The fruit and seeds of the Graviola plant are used for intestinal health and the elimination of parasites.
Women eat Graviola (paw paw) to increase lactation; teas made from root and bark help as a sedative or nerve tonic and can maintain healthy glucose levels.
In Polynesia teas elevate mood and reduce depression. Almost certainly, like Noni and Goji, a high polysaccharide content is responsible for many of its effects.