The Açai (pronounced “ah-sigh-ee”) berry is native to the swamps and floodplains of the Brazilian Amazon rainforest. Commonly referred to as “the purple berry”, the Açai berries have been used for its many health benefits for thousands of years.
Health benefits of Açai :
- Promotes the removal of harmful toxins from the body (due to its high potent antioxidants)
- Increases energy levels
- Improves mental clarity and sleep quality
- Improved blood circulation, which helps regulate cholesterol levels, strengthens the heart and improve wound healing time
Nutritional facts about this super food:
- Açai Berry has an antioxidant level 10 times higher than grapes – 30 times the level found in red wine.
- Açai Berry is rich in essential fatty acids & monounsaturated oleic acid.
- Açai Berry assists in nutrient absorption, due to high levels of enzymes and cofactors.
- Açai Berry contains dietry fibre – a whopping 44.2 grams of fibre per 100 grams of berry!
- Açai Berry has an ORAC rating (measurement of antioxidant capacity in foods) greater than any other berry!
The Açai berry can be bought as a capsule (easy to take for those on the go) or in freeze-dried powdered form (which is great to add to smoothies, desserts, yoghurt or beverages).
