What Is Acai Berry?

Acai, found in the lush rainforests of Brazil. Acai berries grow on the tops of the Amazon palm tree. Açaí is one of nature’s richest sources of anthocyanins—a type of bioflavonoid antioxidant. Anthocyanins make up the purple, red, and blue-black pigments found within certain berries, fruits, plants, and flowers.

What Is Acai Berry Used For?

Acai Berry may help to maintain normal metabolism and energy production.
It may also help to support healthy cardiovascular and digestive health as a result of an amazing combination of healthy fats (monounsaturated), phytosterols and dietary fibre. It is rich in the essential fats omega 3, omega 6 and omega 9.
It contains vitamin A, C, E, B1, B2 and B3 along with potassium, calcium magnesium, copper and zinc.

The acai berry is rich in protein (19 amino acids), containing as much as an egg. It also contains trace minerals important for muscle regeneration

Acai berry increases antioxidant levels in the blood and may help to maintain a healthy immune system.

Key Benefits?

May help to increase metabolism
May help aid weight loss
May help to increase energy
May help to support digestive health
May help support cardiovascular health
May help to support the immune system

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Acai Berry Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Acai Berry?
The acai berry is the fruit born of a palm tree grown in the Amazon forest area of Brazil and other nearby countries. It is a grape-like purple fruit grown in clusters like bananas. The seed or pit of the berry is processed into an edible form and is one of the most concentrated forms of antioxidants known to exist.

What is its origin?
For hundreds of years, the acai berry has been used by the tribes of the Amazon as a treatment for digestive problems, skin irritation, sexual dysfunction, and even insomnia. Its powerful healing power and medicinal qualities has only in recent years been introduced to the rest of the world.

How is acai pronounced?
Although you’re bound to hear variations, the correct pronunciation for acai is [Ah-Sigh-EE].

What is all the hype?
In recent years the acai berry has taken on the status of a perfect food; perhaps it has even been revered as a super food. With its high concentration of antioxidants it is believed to fend off many afflictions including heart diseases and cancer.

What form is the acai berry found and consumed?
Because it is highly perishable, the acai berry in its natural form is widely unavailable. It must be harvested, processed, and transported great distances from its origin in the Amazon. The most popular form of the acai berry is found as a freeze-dried powder and is commonly used in capsules, drinks, and food recipes. Because of its rich concentrations of vitamins B1, B2, B3, C and E it has recently been introduced as an anti-wrinkle cream, moisturizer, and lotions in many lines of cosmetics. The latest marketing craze has introduced acai as a key ingredient in alcoholic beverages. It remains to be seen if the highly touted acai can help make the consumption of alcohol a healthy choice.

What are its health benefits?
By eliminating the destructive powers of free radicals, antioxidants help reduce the risk of many illnesses such as heart disease and cancer. It is said to boost the immune system and contains important minerals such as potassium and phosphorous.

The fatty acids found in the acai berry helps reduce bad cholesterol and assists in maintaining the good cholesterol thereby reducing the risk of heart disease.
Anthocyanins are powerful antioxidants found in higher concentrations in berries such as blueberries and grapes. It is this anthocyanin pigment that contributes color to many flowers and plants and because of this rare antioxidant, red wine has long been proven to be good for the heart. By comparison the acai berry is reported to contain 33 times the amount of anthocyanins as red wine.

Studies have shown that anthocyanin has also been proven to be effective for maintaining eye health and improving night vision.

It should be noted that the acai berry is still relatively new to developed countries so many medical professionals are still observing its health benefits.

Are there any side effects?
The acai berry has no known side effects when consumed in normal amounts. However if you have a hypersensitivity to other fruits or their byproducts, consult your health care provider.

Can the acai berry be taken with medications?
There are no known drug interactions but if you are taking medications it’s always a good practice to consult your health care provider.

Can the acai berry help me lose weight?
There are numerous claims of weight loss by manufacturers of acai berry supplements. Although not scientifically proven, eating foods rich in antioxidants is always a healthy alternative and as a result may very well help with your weight loss program.

Can the acai berry reduce the risk of cancer?
The acai berry has been studied at various medical facilities and has been found to kill cancer cells in a laboratory setting. Although not conclusive the acai berry is obviously a powerful and potential drug alternative and will be a player on the cancer research market for years to come.