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Acai Berries The #1 Superfood
By Assam on May 25, 2008
Acai berries and acai berry juice products are some of latest supplements to enter the health food category as a superfood. Residents and natives of Brazil are very familiar with this berry and its products. Residents have been enjoying acai fruit juice beverages and bowls for some time. Once you have tried the juice you will probably find ways to add it to you favorite smoothie or add it to recipes. Acai freeze dried powder actually goes well in yogurt. The flavor is something to be experienced and it tastes like blueberries with a touch of chocolate and is not over powering.
The locals and natives of the Amazon rain forest of Brazil are familiar with acai berries and have been using them in their diet both as a staple and for making beverages. The powerful little berries grow to be about the size of a blueberry and look much like them in color, size and shape. They grow on the acai palm in swampy floodplains from where they are harvested.
With one of the highest ORAC values around this amazing berry packs a punch. With acai berries gaining popularity it is also creating a shortage on the global market driving up prices.
A person who may see results from acai berry juice or acai powder is athletes and people that deal with diseases. Training coaches realize the importance of anti-oxidants and are finding out that such supplements may help with energy and endurance.
Health properties that people seek from acai berry products are antibacterial, anti inflammatory, antioxidant and for immune function. Many conditions the a person may use this product for are to lose weight, detoxing and cleansing, blood pressure, heart ailments, to reduce bad cholesterol, inflammation, arthritis, dry skin and other skin related problems.
Why are acai berries so special? They are packed with protein and fiber and have minerals such as phosphorus, calcium, iron and potassium. They also contain B vitamins such as B1, B2 and B3 including others such as C and E including Omega acids Linoleic acid and Oleic acid based on research findings help keep cholesterol levels normal. A few products claim to be pure and organic. A few products contain sugars or additives to extend the juice or powder.
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