Acai Berry: Health and Nutrition

You may never heard of this little fruit but studies have shown that this fruit is one of the most nutritious and high energy fruit in the world! It’s health and nutrition benefits are off the chart because it has a tremendous amount of antioxidants for such a small fruit.

Acai is found in the Amazon rain-forest in Brazil and looks similar to grapes with a royal purple color texture. The fruit taste kind of like blueberries with a mint of chocolate. Acai is packed with vitamin B1, B2, B3, C, E, potassium, phosphorus, fiber, proteins, calcium, omega 9 and omega 6. Because it is packed with these nutrients, acai is great for boosting energy, moderating cholesterol levels, reducing the risk of heart disease and free radical damage.

Acai health and nutrition:

• Acai has about the same amount of proteins as an egg
• Antioxidant levels is 33 times more than red wine
• Improves digestion and stamina
• 8 times more vitamin C than raw cow milk
• Packed with B-vitamins energy boost
• Great for the heart and the immune system

Acai nutrition facts: serving size – 100g (3.5 ounce)

• Calories: 534
• Carbs: 55 g
• Protein: 8.1 g
• Total Fat: 32.5 g
• Fiber: 44 g
• Calcium: 260 mg

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