Acai – All You Ever Wanted to Know
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Geographical Location:
Brazilian Rainforest
Plant Origin
Acai Palm Tree
Type of Fruit
Berry
Part Used
Pulp that surrounds the seed
Primary Nutrients
Anthocyanins – anti-stressor
Flavonoids- anti-stressor
Form Sold:
dietary supplements, Juice, beverages, smoothies, frozen treats,
Health Claims
Elite superfood
High anti-oxidant properties
Protects against heart disease
Protects against cancer
Speeds metabolism
Weight loss
Side effects
Those with Pollen Allergies should avoid.
Recent Studies
In a Texas A& M University study, 12 healthy volunteers consumed a single serving of Acai Juice or pulp, as well as apple sauce and a non-anti-oxidant beverage.
Blood and urine samples at 12 and 24 hours showed an increase in anti-oxidant activity in blood after both Acai and apple sauce ingestion
Reference
Texas A&M University – Agricultural Communications (2008, October 17). Brazilian Acai Berry Antioxidants Absorbed By Human Body, Research Shows. ScienceDaily. Retrieved October 22, 2009, from http://www.sciencedaily.com¬ /releases/2008/10/081006112053.htm
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