Acai Berry


The acai berry is a dark purplish fruit that grows in the Central and South American regions and is consumed as a superfood in the form of fruits and juices. It is about 1-2 cm in diameter and has relatively large seeds in the center, similar to blueberries, cranberries, and other dark purple fruits. It is also rich in vitamins, minerals, and high levels of antioxidants, making it a popular and nutritious superfood. Some laboratory studies have also shown that acai berries have anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory effects, related to its antioxidant properties.


Active Ingredients


The acai berry is found to contain many beneficial ingredients, including vitamins A, C, E, calcium, phosphorus, iron, thiamin, flavonoids, polyphenols, and anthocyanins.






Flavonoids: They are plant pigments with a specific chemical structure and are found in almost all fruits and vegetables. They are known to have anti-inflammatory effects and benefits for the immune system.
Anthocyanins: They are a type of flavonoid and are the main component of acai berries, known for their antioxidant effects and protective role against oxidative stress.
Phytosterols: They are a group of molecules related to cholesterol and have been reported to lower LDL cholesterol levels by inhibiting its absorption in the intestines.




Benefits of Acai Berry


In traditional herbal medicine in Brazil and Peru, various parts of the acai tree and fruit are used to treat conditions like diarrhea, jaundice, skin ulcers, fever, malaria, diabetes, liver problems, hair loss, hemorrhage, kidney disease, menstrual pain, and more. The flesh of the fruit has also been found to be a potentially beneficial oral contrast when used with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). While it has been claimed to reduce symptoms of various metabolic disorders, more research is needed in this area.


Acai berries are most well known for their antioxidant properties. A commonly used term when discussing health and nutrition is antioxidants. But what exactly are they and why are they beneficial for health? Before learning about antioxidants in more detail, there are a few things to understand first. Oxidation is a term used to describe when an atom or molecule loses an electron and becomes a destructive molecule in nature. Rusted iron is a common example of oxidation in the environment. Oxidative stress is the burden placed on the body's systems (in human discussions) by continuous creation of molecules that neutralize damaging cells such as reactive oxygen species.


What are the Health Benefits of Antioxidants?


Antioxidants can prevent cell damage in the body by neutralizing substances like harmful oxygen, a process known as oxidation. Since damage to cells can have a range of consequences, antioxidants help prevent various chronic conditions.






In the early 1990s, the harmful oxygen theory for diseases presented oxidative damage as being related to heart disease, some cancers, vision loss, and various other chronic conditions. With antioxidants, the accumulation of harmful oxygen in the body can be blocked, preventing various chronic conditions. However, rather than looking at the effects of individual antioxidants, it is more promising to examine the total antioxidant content in foods.
For years, repeated large-scale studies have found that taking a set of antioxidants (vitamin C, E, lutein, and zinc) can be very beneficial in preventing the progress of age-related macular degeneration, one of the most common causes of vision loss in adults over 50 years old.
Fertility in both men and women can be heavily impacted by antioxidant levels. In a study that observed reproductive hormones and ovulation in young women, those who had higher levels of vitamins A, C, and E had healthier hormone levels and better fertility compared to those with lower levels.




References





http://www.vitaviva-info.com/en/healthliterature/antioxidants-pro-oxidants-and-free-radicals

Adults: 2 capsules 1-2 times per day

Potential Side Effects/Safety

CAUTION : If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a health care practitioner prior to use.

Hyperactivity/allergy has been known to occur acai or plant of the Arecea family.

In such a case, discontinue use.

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