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Acai Berry

Saturday, December 19th, 2009
When purchasing any weight loss product, it is important to do your research. Many people are exchanging their opinions about Acai Berry on DietBlogTalk.com

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Overview

The superfood market is fascinating. There, consumers can find any number of common and “exotic” foods that have been found to be extremely good for the human body in a variety of ways.

Acai Berries represent, for North Americans at least, a rather exotic option for superfood nutrition. From the Amazon, these berries are known for their benefits to the entire body, including antioxidant delivery.

Unfortunately, this popularity has led some manufacturers to put out supplements founded on ridiculous claims about Acai Berries. Most of these are purported to detoxify, cleanse, and contribute to weight loss through the elimination of excess toxins. We find such claims unbelievable, and the quality of the websites promoting such products leads us to believe consumers are in danger of being fleeced.

Ingredients at a Glance

Acai Berries are a natural source of a number of nutrients and as such are an excellent addition to a balanced diet.

Ingredients in Focus



Acai Berries retain their nutritional content only when freeze-dried quickly after harvesting. Otherwise, they break down rather quickly. Analysis of freeze-dried samples suggests that Acai Berries are a significant source of good fats, a decent amount of protein, and lots of fiber (over 40 grams!). The berries also contain vitamins and minerals, but this content is conventional as superfoods go.

Manufacturers highlight the antioxidants in Acai Berries. The berries do in fact deliver a decent amount of antioxidants, but it’s not as if they’re the best or only source of antioxidants. In other words, Acai Berries are in the middle of the superfood pack. By acknowledging this, consumers can more clearly understand and see through the excessive attention paid to the berries lately. The attention might be the cause for these scam artists who promise unreasonable things for Acai Berry supplements.

Positives

•    Acai Berries are very good for the body.

•    They taste great and can be worked into a variety of food products.

Negatives

•    Too much attention can be a bad thing.

•    Perhaps not the nutritional powerhouse some are claiming them to be.

Final Thoughts

Acai Berries can be a great addition to a healthy diet. Along with regular exercise and a stimulant-free fat burner, Acai Berries can contribute to a lifestyle that promotes healthy, sustainable weight loss. Consumers might want to get their hands on some and reap the benefits. Just be careful of these suspicious Acai supplements – they can’t be trusted.



By: Shane Crafton

About the Author:

Shane Crafton is a diet editor, who’s team specializes in health, fitness and weight loss reporting.