Acai Berry Superfood
Posted in Acai Berry on 10/29/2009 08:09 am by AdminAcai berry is fast becoming known and acknowledged by many health experts to be the next superfood of America. Scientific studies have shown the amazing benefits this little fruit can give to those who consume it.
Acai berry is grown and harvested in Central and South America, mainly in Brazil and in the Amazon. It grows from tall and slender Acai palms twice a year, and is about one inch in diameter and is colored deep purple or green. The berries are harvested as food and used in beverages and desserts.
The antioxidant property of Acai berry is known to prevent cancer, and manage diabetes. It is also widely reputed to decrease bad cholesterol and decrease the risk of heart attack. The fruit is also marketed as an energy drink and a dietary supplement.
As a superfood, Acai berry fulfills all the properties a superfood is touted to have. It has high phytonutrient content and contains significant amounts of antioxidants, dietary fiber, manganese, and vitamin C. The health benefits it provides goes beyond the usual benefits provided by many fruits.
Other benefits of Acai berry include improved vision, increased weight loss and increased rate of recovery from illness and injuries.
Knowing the Food You Eat
Ever since I first heard of the acai berry and the benefits they provide, I’ve been wondering why we are just hearing about it. Until about a year ago, I’ve never heard of an acai berry. This started me on the path of trying to find out what the history of acai berries was all about. That’s what I love about the internet. You can find out just about anything you need online. Within a couple minutes I had all the information I needed. I found out where acai berries came from and it’s taken us so long to hear about them.
A Trip to the Rainforest
Acai berries are great for you. Not only do they taste great but they provide a wealth of health benefits. It’s a surprise that they are just now hitting the mass market. However, once you look into the history of acai berries you will realize why it’s taken so long for the word to get out and why you will never be able to purchase them fresh from your local grocer. Acai berries come for the rainforest and only stay fresh for able 24 hours once they’ve been picked off the tree. That’s why you’ll never be able to find the fresh acai berries outside of the rainforest.
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