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Power Packed Acai

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The Acai (pronounced ah-saw-ee) berry is one of the world’s healthiest foods and is a delicious addition to your diet. Experts consider it to be the world’s most complete natural food. In South America and the Brazilian Amazonian regions, this staple has been a critical medicinal berry to thousands of people for centuries.

Acai is packed with vitamins, such as Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Vitamin C and Vitamin E. This berry also contains minerals, such as calcium, magnesium, potassium, iron and phosphorous. It contains significant amounts of dietary fiber, which is key to healthy digestion and elimination. Dietary fiber supports the cardiovascular and heart health, reduces cholesterol and much more. In addition, essential fatty acids, protein, plant sterols and concentrated amounts of anthocyanins are found in this berry.

This power-packed berry supports the body during times of fatigue and stress. It supports our body’s energy production, stamina levels and helps resist fatigue. Scientific studies show that Acai supports glandular and endocrine health, thereby it also supports normal healthy libido in both men and women.

Historically, acai has been used by rainforest tribes for digestive disturbances. Naturally occurring oils in the berries, as well as the high fiber content, soothe, detoxify and calm the digestive organs. Acai helps stimulate the liver, lymphatic system and digestive organs to work efficiently to flush waste removal and cellular debris. It also supports the removal of free radicals with its antioxidant properties. These powerful antioxidants help strengthen and support the immune system.

With abundant amounts of plant sterols, acai berries enhance immune T-cell division, cellular immunity and boost the activity of pathogen fighting cytotoxic cells. New research shows that plant sterols support the improvement or help eliminate a wide variety of disorders, including joint inflammation, chronic fatigue, allergies and many more health issues.

Acai has historically been used for longevity and anti-aging, containing 3.5 times the amount of anthocyanins than red wine. Premature cellular aging and free radical damage are aided by acai. Anthocyanins strengthen connective tissue like skin, ligaments, tendons and bone matrix.

Acai contains omegas, an essential fatty acid that is largely responsible for the support of supple skin, hair and nails. Also, acai berries are an almost perfect essential amino acid. Both of these working together support all aspects of brain health, such as mental clarity, mood, memory, focus and brain power.

Naturally occurring Beto-carotene and other caroteinoids found in this berry support eye health. In addition, acai berries support healthy sleep patterns and nourishes the nervous system. High amounts of naturally occurring easy to assimilate calcium and magnesium supports rest and relaxation, aiding in refreshing

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If you have not tried acai, give it a try for a delicious addition to your diet and a boost to your health. Acai can also be purchased as a juice, if the berries are not available. N