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Acai Berry Juice and its Benefits
By Mark Roberts | January 14, 2009
Acai berry is new to the supplement industry. Acai fruit is often made into acai juice or freeze dried into powder or made into capsules. The local natives and population has been using this as a beverage and for recipes for years. The flavor is pleasing and you may find that adding it to recipes can add a unique flavor. Adding freeze dried powder to yogurt or smoothie is a treat giving it a flavor similar to blueberry’s with a touch of chocolate.
The natives of the Amazon rain forest have been using acai berries for thousands of years as a dietary staple. These remarkable little purple berries look similar to blueberries or purple grapes and are harvested off of a palm that grows in swampy floodplains.
These berries are one of the highest ORAC value super foods available. With all the buzz it is no wonder there is a shortage and it can be hard to find in local health food stores and prices are expected to increase due to availability.
People who can benefit from acai berry supplements or freeze dried powder are athletes and the health conscious or people dealing with various illnesses. Trainers are starting to realize the importance of such a superfood and many athletes and trainers are discovering and using acai berry products for energy and stamina.
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.
Can acai berries be so beneficial? Loaded with protein and fiber and boasting such minerals as phosphorus, calcium and iron. You will also find that they have a few B vitamins, vitamin C and E and include a few of the essential fatty acid that based on research help control cholesterol levels, try finding that in a fruit product. A few products add extenders or mix it with cheaper juices such as blueberry, grape or pomegranate but you can do it yourself and save money.
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