Tuesday, January 20, 2009

Acai Berry: Basic Facts and Weight Loss Information

By Sue Thompson

The Acai (pronounced ah-SIGH-ee) berry comes from the forests of Brazil. This small fruit is produced by a palm tree (Euterpe oleracea) that grows in the floodplain areas of the Amazon River. It is dark purple in color with a thin layer of edible pulp and a single seed in the middle. The Acai berry contains a large amount of quality nutrients and energy giving substances. It is rich in protein, minerals, B vitamins, omega-3 fatty acids, fiber and oleic acid (omega-9), a beneficial fatty acid.

Generations of Brazilians have used the Acai as a cure for digestive disorders and various skin problems. Now the Acai berry has reached the shores and markets of the US. It is widely sold through the Internet with many websites offering free trial samples of Acai products.

There are a number of published medical research and consumer testimonials which suggest that Acai products aid in weight loss, lower cholesterol levels and give energy. Preliminary studies conducted by the University of Florida showed that the Acai berry can destroy cancer cells. In the current UF study, Acai extracts were taken and applied to leukemia cells for 24 hours. Depending on the extract and concentration, anywhere from about 35 percent to 86 percent of the cancer cells died.

Acai berry supplements became even more popular when people started being aware of its value as an effective aid to weight loss. You can flush out excess waste and harmful toxins in your body by taking Acai berry. This process can easily take out 5 to 20 pounds off your body weight and leave you with a flat stomach

Dr. Nicholas Perricone, the famous dermatologist and authority on anti-aging, has given the Asai berry the distinction of being the number one super food. It has also been featured in fitness magazines and televisions programs in particular Oprah and the Today Show. The Asai is continually being developed. Now it can also be taken to help eliminate harmful waste, toxins and build up. Combined with essential nutrients, the Acai extract can also give you healthier more beautiful skin.

When you eat Asai berries, you easily feel saturated because of its high protein and nutrient content. This feeling of fullness would go a long way in helping you control your food intake. Lastly, the Acai increases your metabolism in a dramatic way resulting in more calories burned. At the same time it gives your body a boost of energy. Asai in its pure formulation does many amazing things for your body, when combined with other ingredients, it can do so much more. - 15995

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