Acai Berry



Acai is a deep purple berry that grows in the Central and South America region and is consumed in the form of fresh fruit and juice. It has a diameter of about 1-2cm and contains relatively large seeds in the middle. It is very similar to blueberries, cranberries, and other dark purple fruits. It is also a popular nutrient-rich food because it contains a high amount of vitamins and minerals and has a high antioxidant capacity. Some laboratory studies have also shown that acai berry, which is associated with antioxidants, has anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory effects.



Active Ingredients



Acai berries have been found to contain many good ingredients such as Vitamin A, C, E, calcium, phosphorus, iron, thiamine, flavonoids, polyphenols, and anthocyanins.








Flavonoids: A plant-based pigment with a specific chemical structure that is found in almost all fruits and vegetables and is known to have anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting effects.


Anthocyanins: A type of flavonoid and the main component of acai berries with antioxidant effects and is known to protect against oxidative stress.

Phytosterols: A molecular series related to cholesterol. It is reported that plant sterols can lower LDL cholesterol levels by inhibiting the absorption of cholesterol in the body.







The Benefits of Acai Berry



In the herbal medicine of Brazil and Peru, acai berry and other parts of the fruit are used to treat conditions such as diarrhea, jaundice, skin ulcers, fever, malaria, diabetes, liver disorders, hair loss, bleeding, kidney disease, and menstrual cramps. The pulp has also been shown to have potential benefits as an oral contrast agent when used with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Additional claims have been made that acai berry reduces symptoms of various metabolic diseases, but more research is needed in this area.



Acai berry is probably best known for its antioxidant properties. The term antioxidant is commonly used when talking about health and nutrition. However, what exactly are antioxidants and why are they beneficial for our health? Before delving into the details of antioxidants, there are a few things to understand first. Oxidation is a term used to describe when electrons are removed from an atom or molecule, making it a destructive molecule in nature. Iron rusting is a common example of oxidation that occurs in the environment. Oxidative stress is the burden that results in the human body (in the context of the human body) when cell damage molecules (e.g., reactive oxygen species) are continuously produced to quell the immune system.



What are the Health Benefits of Antioxidants?



Antioxidants can neutralize substances that promote oxidation in the body, such as harmful oxygen, and thus help prevent damage to cells in the body. Preventing cell damage can prevent a range of chronic diseases because when cells are damaged, various outcomes can occur, which can be prevented by antioxidants.








In the early 1990s, the harmful oxygen theory for diseases was described to explain that cell damage, which occurs in macular degeneration, some cancers, vision loss, and other chronic diseases, is associated with harmful oxygen. It is believed that antioxidants can reduce the accumulation of harmful oxygen in the body, thus preventing various chronic diseases. However, it is more promising to look at antioxidants in the form of whole foods than individual antioxidants.


Large-scale, repeated studies have shown that consumption of antioxidant sets (Vitamins C, E, lutein, and zinc) has significant benefits in preventing the progression of age-related macular degeneration, which is one of the most common causes of vision loss in adults over 50 years of age.

The fertility of men and women can be significantly influenced by antioxidant levels in the body. In a study observing the reproductive hormones and ovulation of young women, those with high levels of Vitamins A, C, and E had healthier hormone levels compared to women with low levels, resulting in significantly improved fertility.







References







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



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Adults: 2 Capsules 1 time per day


Potential Side Effect / Safety

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

Hypersensitivity/ allergy has been known to occur to acai or plants of the Areceae family.

In such a case, discontinue use.

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