Acai is a healthy fruit that looks like a blueberry and is abundant in the Brazilian rainforest. The acai berry has been a part of Amazonian life for centuries and is known for its amazingly healthy properties.
Acai berry is known for its high concentration of antioxidant properties. We know that antioxidants are important because they fight free radicals in our bodies which can cause damage to our cells.
As a dietary supplement, acai and it’s antioxidant qualities provides a variety of Health benefits. Antioxidants act as the free radical scavengers which prevent and repair the body from the damages done by the free radicals. Antioxidants also enhance the body’s immune system thus lowering the risk of infections and cancer.
The organic acai berry has a high fiber content which helps in curbing one’s appetite and regulates body system. This berry is beneficial in achieving weight loss, with its high fiber contents which aids in a smooth digestion and its amino acid content which promote increase in energy production. It was also said that Organic acai has an Omega 3,6 and 9 fatty acid which aids in decreasing the risk of cardiovascular problems.
HEALTH BENEFITS:
- Lower cholesterol level
- Increase Immune system
- Metabolism Booster
- Helps prevent disease such as: Heart dse, skin2 problems, Digestive dse
- Decrease the risk of cancer
- Over-all Improvement
- Increase Energy level
- Slow down aging process
- Weight loss aid
- Improve skin tone
Research on acai has shown that antioxidants are known to fight and regulate cholesterol level in the body. Researchers claimed that acai has the highest level of antioxidants available to the public. It has 33 times more antioxidant content than the red wine grape. Together with Vit. C and E, Acai berry has a special Phytonutrient called Anthocyanin.
Anthocyanin is a potent antioxidant which is responsible in Increasing the body’s immune system. Studies shows that anthocyanins can help prevent blood clot, improve blood circulation,and relaxes the blood vessels which are beneficial in preventing Heart problems. Scientists also stated that anthocyanins have a great antiallergies and antiviral properties which helps prevent Skin disease and Infections. The mos powerful effect of anthocyanin was its carcinogenesis inhibitor effects that encourage tumor cell death thus can prevent cancer.
Oleic acid, a monosaturated omega 9 acid and Linoleic acid, a polysaturated omega 6 acid helps lower down LDL and maintain healthy HDL levels. They are also said to increase the absorption of fat soluble Vitamins such as vitamin A,D,E and K which are essential in maintaining good health. Researchers also suggested that Oleic acid also helps in preventing cancer and hypertension.
CLINICAL STUDY
Dr. Susanne Talcott and her co-researcher and husband Dr. Steve Talcott began studying the palm berry in 2001. Initially their study on the berry was of purely about antioxidants and nutrituinal components presence in the acai. Later study showed that acai actively fights against cancer cells. Future studies are recommended according to Dr. Talcott as to what dosage in a given diseases should be noted.
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