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The Benefits of the Acai Berry
Most people probably have never heard of the acai (pronounced ah-SIGH-ee) berry before but it is one of the most powerful and nutritious fruits in the world. The reason is that it contains an amazing level of antioxidants, higher then that of any other known fruits. In addition, the acai berry is also rich in essential fatty acids, Omega 3, Omega 6, Omega 9, phytosterols and Vitamin C.
The acai berry is a small berry that grows in the Amazon rain forests of Brazil. They appear very similar to blueberries when ripe and are around the same size too. However, unlike blue berries, they have a large seed. The reason you hardly ever see it in the market is that they are highly perishable. Within 24 hours of being picked, acai berries start to lose their antioxidant and nutritional properties.
Therefore, acai berries either have to be quickly freeze dried, frozen, or processed after picking in order to retain their nutrition benefits. This is why you commonly see acai in products such as health drinks or health supplement pills rather than fresh.
More recently, acai berry extract has started to be utilized in anti aging products, such as Dr Acai Skin Care, RAW Skin Care, Lift SP, DermAcai and Ageless by Rejuvenate Worldwide. The reason is the powerful natural antioxidants in the acai bery help eliminate free radicals that contribute to premature aging. The rich essential fatty acids found in the acai berry also helps moisturize the skin and help smooth away the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Acai berry diet products have also been fairly popular lately. There have been more and more diet pills that feature the acai berry a main ingredient. The reason is some claim that when consumed, the acai berry can aid the body in cleansing out toxins and harmful waist. It also helps boost the body’s metabolism which helps burn fat. In addition, there are many proteins in the acai berry which helps individuals feel fuller and therefore eat less.
