Why Acai
is Popularly Called the No. 1 Superfood?
Acai pulp contains:
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A
remarkable concentration of antioxidants that help
combat premature aging, with 10 times more antioxidants
than red grapes and 10 to 20 times the anthocyanins of
red wine.
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A synergy
of monounsaturated (health) fats, dietary fiber and
phytosterols to help promote cardiovascular and
digestive health.
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An almost
perfect essential amino acid complex in conjunction with
valuable trace minerals, vital to proper muscle
contraction and regeneration.
Nutritional
advantages of Açaí
Açaí
berry has been called “one of the most nutritious and most
powerful anti-aging foods in the world” because of the amazing
health properties.
A 100g
serving of Açai contains only 90 calories, 2g of fat and no
cholesterol. The Brazilians believe Açai provides strength,
energy and boosts sex life.
Antioxidants
Açai berry is high in antioxidants which help the body fight of free
radicals in the environment. Harmful substances in the air like
smog, dust, cigarette smoke, and even the damaging effects of
the sun can be significantly reduced by Açai. Açai also
contains 30 times more of the antioxidant anthocyanin than red
wine; a substance believed to lower the risk of heart disease.
Vitamin
C / Vitamin E
Açai berry helps to fight off colds with up to 40 times the vitamin C
of oranges, as well as lots of vitamin E which is essential for
repairing damaged tissue.
Calcium
Açai will help strengthen teeth and bones because it is high in
calcium, a nutrient linked to reducing blood pressure,
cholesterol levels and the risk of stroke. Calcium-rich diets
can also reduce the risk of colon and breast cancer.
Lower
Cholesterol Levels
The high fibre content in Açai berries help to lower
cholesterol levels and help prevent colon cancer by moving
substances through the digestive track and arteries.
Essential
fatty acids
Açai is bursting with the essential fatty acids found in olive
oil – Omega-6 and Omega-9 – which can help keep cholesterol
levels under control, help your body absorb vitamins and may
even help against cancer and high blood pressure.
Low
Glycemic Index (GI)
A low GI indicates that carbohydrates break down slowly during
digestion, releasing glucose gradually into the blood stream,
preventing sugar surges, peaks and spikes. Low GI diets have
been shown to improve both glucose and lipid levels in diabetic
individuals as well as provide benefits for weight control and
loss.
Increased energy
High antioxidant levels boost the immune system, and Açai
drinkers report having boundless energy and endurance as a
result of taking an Açai supplement daily. Energy is also
increased through the high content of vitamins and minerals in Açai,
which eliminate fatigue over time.
High
celadrin levels
Celadrin, a natural anti-inflammatory compound of fatty acids,
has been known to promote healthy joint function by lubricating
the membranes that cushion joints and bones.
Cancer
fighting properties
A University of Florida study published in the Journal of
Agricultural and Food Chemistry on Jan 12th 2006 found that Açai
berries triggered a self-destruct response in up to 86% of
leukemia cells tested in vitro. It is important to understand
that this is very different than killing cancer cells in the
human body, but the research is extremely encouraging.
