Acai Berry: Health and Nutrition
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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 benefits and nutrition levels are off the chart because it has tremendous amounts of antioxidants for such a small fruit. Antioxidants are beneficial for fighting diseases and premature aging.
Acai is found in the Amazon rain-forest in Brazil and looks similar to grapes with a royal purple color texture. The fruit taste similar to 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
- 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
One of the best places to purchase acai is at Live Superfoods because its acai products are USDA certified organic, raw, gluten-free (aff. link).
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