Acai Berry Benefits

The acai berry contains powerful antioxidants that work as an anti-bacterial and ant-viral agent. Combined with essential fatty acids this combination has been scientifically proven to boost the immune system.

Pollutants, pesticides and cigarette smoke are full of free radicals causing diseases by attacking cells in the body, and can even damage DNA. The high antioxidant content of the acai berry strengthens cells, helping to fight off these free radicals. Encouraging new research can be found on the Acai and Cancer page.

The acai berry taken on a regular basis aids the immune system in fighting off disease and infection. Studies show large increases in stamina and energy. This has been known for years in Brazil where professional soccer players and Jiu-jitsu fighters routinely eat large meals containing acai berries before competitions.

Plant compounds called phytosterols, found in the acai berry, can reduce cholesterol absorption levels in the intestines by as much as 15 percent. Essential fatty acids in the berry also aid in more efficient absorbency of important A,E.D and K vitamins.

Combined, these fatty acids and antioxidants have a positive effect maintaining good cholesterol (HDL) while simultaneously fighting bad cholesterol. (LDL)

A rare type of antioxidant called “anthocyanins,” is found in the acai berry. New studies show a link between the acai berry and protection against eye diseases like glaucoma and macular degeneration. Anthocyanins are also found in bilberries explaining why British World War Two pilots ate bilberry jam in large amounts before missions, claiming a huge improvement in their night vision. In Japan bilberry is also commonly used to relieve computer eye strain.

Enzymes and fiber in the acai berry help the digestive tract process food more effectively warding off chronic conditions such as acid reflux.

Acai contains amino acids important for relaxed muscles furthering good quality sleep. Acai also contains Vitamin B, which is necessary for the regulation of dopamine and serotonin production in the brain, both impacting sleep.

Ideal weight is necessary to keep the body well-balanced and healthy. Inherent in the acai berry is a natural combination of amino acids, phytosterols, essential fatty acids and antioxidants. These work in unison helping process food more effectively and burn fat more efficiently.