We have featured the health benefits of Acai Berry in an earlier article however, here’s a more in depth look at  this powerful and natural source of antioxidants, amino acids, essential omegas, fibers and protein. Acai Berry has numerous benefits as mentioned by Dr. Oz and other certified nutritional specialists. These health benefits include: weight reduction, increased sustained energy level, healthy cholesterol management, improvement of digestive system and overall strengthening of immune system.

Acai Berry fruit grows in the dense Amazon Rainforest.  This perfect natural energy fruit can retain its vast nutritional value and can easily be made accessible to health seekers around the world. Acai Berry is available in capsules, powder and liquid.  It is believe that the Acai Berry fruit has the best nutritional value when compared to other fruits. For example, the Acai Berry fruit is has 10 times the antioxidants of grapes and twice the antioxidants of blueberries.

Based on 100g, it was found that the fruit contains the following:

Acid: 0.13%

Brix: 45.90 g

Protein: 6%

Fiber: 16.9g

Niacin: 0.40mg

Phosphorous: 58mg

Iran: 11.8mg

Vitamin B1: 0.36mg

Vitamin B2: 0.01mg

Calcium: 9mg

Vitamin C: 9mg

ph: 5.21

Calories: 247

Polyphenols: 16 (14 – 212 mg/L)

Anthocyanidins: Thirty times the amount in red wine.

Phytosterols

Monounsaturated (healthy) fats (fatty acid ratio resembling olive oil): including essential omega fatty acids: Oleic (omega 9)

Polyunsaturated fatty acids: Linoleic (omega 6)

Alpha-tocopherol: natural Vitamin E

Trace minerals: copper, iron, calcium, cobalt, chromium and manganese

Dietary Fiber: 7 grams / 100 grams

Protein

Low glycemic index

Acai Berry’s ORAC (Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity – a measure of its antioxidant properties), is higher than any other edible berry on earth. The remarkable concentration of antioxidants also helps combat premature aging. Besides, the Acai Berry is also an excellent source of dietary fiber. Compared to raw cow’s milk, the Acai fruit pulp contains:

3x more lipids

7x more carbohydrates

118x more iron

9x more Vitamin B1

8x more Vitamin C

Pure Acai is made from the skin and pulp of 100% organic acai berries, freeze dried to maintain freshness. Acai berries naturally do not last long after they are picked. so freezing the fruit is the best way to keep its goodness. Pure Acai capsules are emerging as a popular health supplement as more and more people are realizing the inherent goodness of acai berry fruit. The key health benefits of Pure Acai are:

Boost Immunity: Given its rich antioxidants Pure Acai helps raise immunity level and boosts resistance to disease.

Improve bodily functions: Regular intake of pure acai capsules is proven to help bodily functions to operate more efficiently.

Aging process slowdown: The antioxidants found in Pure Acai have been linked with slowing down the aging process and raising life expectancy.

Heart Benefits: Studies have shown that Acai Berry’s powerful plant sterols B-sitosterol and campesterol, the Acai berry could have an affect on the condition of the heart, and generally improve the digestive system.

Healthy Skin: Vitamin C, a crucial part of the bodies fight against infections, is prominent in the Pure Acai, as well as vitamin A which are thought to help maintain moisturised and radiant skin.

Cholesterol Check: When combined with antioxidants and minerals, Acai Berry could help lower ‘bad’ (LDL) cholesterol levels and raise the ‘good’ (HDL) cholesterol level.

Weight Loss: Acai Berry is used to flush out extra pounds and speed up metabolism

Increase Energy: Acai Berry also offers a great source of energy, with traces of carbohydrates that provide a natural boost.

When it comes to the actual texture, the acai fruit is rather small, round, and blackish purple in colour. It is similar in appearance and size to a grape. This fruit has a single large seed and minimum amount of pulp. The natives of Brazil where the acai berry fruit grows have long since known the amazing health benefits of acai berry fruits and have been using it regularly as part of their diet. Recent health studies have also proved that consuming acai berry can greatly help in creating healthier conditions in the body that work to slow down aging and promote overall improvement in body functioning.  Acai Berry is  gaining popularity amongst fitness loving people around the world. Acai berry capsules, liquid forms or powder are seen as an effective and convenient means of fulfilling body’s nutritional requirement.

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