Acai Supplement
The Acai berry is small purple coloured fruit which grows on a unique palm tree that is indigenous to South America and in particular the hot humid rainforest areas of the Amazon. The berries are about the same size as blue berries and have made a name for themselves due to the high nutrient content and energy contain in these berries. Outside the growing areas in South America Acai berries are consumed as a pulp or extract in smoothies / juices and supplements.
Acai supplements are very good for your overall health. It contains a high level of beneficial components such as antioxidants, fibre, protein, minerals, vitamins, plant sterols, amino acids and “good” fats. The Acai fruit is very versatile and the pulp and extracts are used in many products such as smoothies, juices and supplements (capsules). Using these products, which contain Acai pulp or extracts can result in various health benefits, such as boosting the health of your heart, increasing your energy levels, boosting the immune system and increasing the health of your digestive system.
To provide the benefits of the Acai Berry to people around the globe Acai products are processed by a method called freeze drying. The fresh Acai berries are picked the seed is removed and the fruit is made into a pulp that is then frozen and de-hydrated within 24 hours. This process is the most successful in terms of preserving the properties of the fruit and then the product is placed into capsules for a convenient and healthy way to benefit from the Acai Berries.
When choosing an Acai Supplement it is important to note that not all supplements are made using the freeze drying method. Due to the difficulties in providing fresh Acai Berries to countries around the world companies have devised ways of processing the berries so as to preserve the healthy contents of the berry while making it easier to export. Some of the companies that process Acai berries use a method called spray drying. The process involves exposing the fruit to high temperatures and using preservatives which decreases the nutrient and antioxidant levels in the final product. These companies use this method because it is cheaper that freeze drying the Acai Berries. To make sure that you are getting a high quality Acai Supplement check that the product you have ordered has freeze dried Acai berry contents.
There are no known side effects from Acai Supplements that are made from 100% Acai Berry. If you have some underlying health problems and are concerned about possible drug interactions of Acai Supplements and Acai Berry products consult your medical professional.