The thing about a person with great reputation is that when they talk about something it’s just so hard not to pay attention. And that holds true with Dr. Nicholas Perricone, a certified clinical and research dermatologist who has been a household name due to his New York Times bestsellers and prominent guesting stints in award-winning television shows such as: Larry King, Good Morning America, CNN, and Oprah.
Dr. Perricone’s acclaim stems not only from being a brilliant scholar, but most of all from his extensive and constant research into skin-related concerns. And not too long ago, he released his own list of Top Ten Superfoods which included the super fruit acai berry on the no. 1 spot.
Originating in the swampy land of the Amazon River, acai berry is known as one of the most powerful foods we have today. With high content of multiple vitamins and minerals that helps rejuvenate our skin, acai can be taken in the human body in the form of supplementary capsules, several health food, and juices.
Having said that it is not surprising that even Dr. Perricone is one to believe in the number of health benefits of this fruit and puts it on top of his superfoods list. For starters, acai berry cannot be eaten raw, however, there are now health products available in the market that features unsweetened pulp.
Acai berry pulp, especially in it’s organic form is a high source of antioxidants that acts against pre-mature aging. It also contains high amount of fatty acids that keeps our skin supple and free from inflammation, making us even more confident in our daily lives.
Aside from acai berry, Dr. Perricone named hot peppers, beans and lentils, nuts and seeds, sprouts, and buckwheat as among the top ten superfoods we have today.


