Found in the Amazon, the Acai berry is a small purple fruit traditionally used to enhance energy and wellness. In addition to it being a powerful antioxidant, the Açaà berry is a rare plant source that contains complete proteins along with naturally occurring Omega 6 and 9 and essential amino acids. Acai enhances energy and promotes a healthy immune system.
No clinical trials of Açaà for the prevention or treatment of any health condition have been published in the medical literature as yet, but Acai has been used as a folk remedy for a variety of conditions in its native Brazil.
Açaà is one of nature’s richest sources of anthocyanins â€" a type of bioflavonoid. Anthocyanins make up the purple, red, and blue-black pigments found within certain berries, fruits, plants, and flowers. The fruit of Açaà also contains protein, fiber, enzymes, vitamin E, amino acids, minerals (potassium, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, copper, manganese, zinc, and boron), phytosterols, and beneficial fatty acids.
Acai Juice is available at many grocery stores, and Acai Berry Extract is available in easy-to-take supplements.
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