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First found in the Amazon Rainforests of Brazil, a certain variety of palm tree provided the mega-energy packed acai berry for harvest. Essential fatty acids and amino acids, as well as abundant antioxidants are found in this rich purple-hued fruit. Along with having Kosher certification, the best quality acai berry products are 100% organic. Açaí juice in puree and free dried states is easily imported by the U.S. for packaging in USDA organic and FDA certified quality facilities. Various acai berry nutraceutical products are currently available, including Acai Puree Pulp, Acai capsules, and Acai powder (in dried concentrated powder form). In order to ensure proper beneficial antioxidant absorption, acai capsules frequently contain Amazon camu camu fruit.

The achievements of weight loss by means of its digestion-aiding fiber with its internal bodily cleansing and detoxifying properties; relaxing, sound sleep from its vitamin levels; enhanced mental focus from its antioxidant and mineral contents; better digestion from its concentrated fiber levels; and increased levels of energy and stamina from its lipids and carbohydrate content are all examples of the multiple health benefits of today’s “super food”, Amazon acai berries.

Truly amazing in number and importance are the beneficial, healthy components of the acai berry, its health drinks and super food products. One astounding fact is that a single moderate serving of acai fruit contains more protein than an egg. Another is that the Amazon acai is an all-in-one multi-vitamin product. For, not only does the acai berry contain the necessary minerals of iron, potassium, phosphorus and calcium—it is also rich in vitamins B1 (Thiamin), B2 (Riboflavin), B3 (Niacin), E (Tocopheral), and Vitamin C. Açaí juice contains twice the amount of antioxidants found in blueberries due to its contents of more than 30 times the levels of anthocyanins (potent antioxidants) found in red wine grapes. To support good blood circulation, such antioxidants are needed as promoters and maintainers of healthy cardiovascular function. Products of the acai berry are a great help in promoting normal muscle health and functioning since they are rich in amino acids and valuable trace minerals.

Noted for improving eyesight and nervous system functioning, battling infections and inflammation, impeding the aging process, slowing the onset and progression of Alzheimer’s disease, and destroying cancer cells, the acai berry and its products have provided further instances of immense health-improving capacities and açaí juice benefits. Acai berry juice can cleanse and detoxify the body, especially when a health juice fast is observed for a few days. During the cleansing and detoxifying process, acai really sustains levels of energy and mental alertness.

With benefits faithfully many and varied, it has been used historically in Brazilian herbal medicine. While acai root was used to boost blood count and cure jaundice, acai berry oil was frequently prescribed as a treatment for diarrhea. Crushed acai seeds were employed to treat fever, while the grated rind of the acai berry was applied topically to cure skin ulcers. Leading the way today as the “super food” and “power potion” among very popular and effective nutraceuticals on the present natural health products market, the acai berry in its many forms has progressed from a versatile ancient herbal healing aid to a modern energizer, detoxifier and powerful multi-vitamin.