The Açai berry may be the most potent of all ‘forgotten fruits' - those raw, whole fruits that are little known or consumed. By any standards, the scientific facts about the Açai berry are most impressive:
- a protein profile similar to an egg
- a fatty acid profile similar to olive oil
- more than 16 phytonutrients and anti-oxidants. A remarkable concentration of antioxidants helps combat premature aging
- 10 times the antioxidants of grapes and twice the antioxidants of blueberries
- contains the leading source of anthocyanins--often reported as 30 times that of the protective potential of red wine. One of the many attributes of anthocyanins is its anti-inflammatory qualities
- excellent source of dietary fiber
- low glycemic index
- copious amount of trace minerals (Co, Cr, Cu, Mo...) and macro minerals (Ca, Fe)
- generous amount of vitamins including vitamin E
- ORAC value (a measure of its antioxidant properties), is higher than any other edible berry on the planet.
- acai berries and cholesterol - Açai berries are high in essential fatty acids & omegas:
• 60% Oleic (omega 9) - a monounsaturated essential fatty acid which helps to lower LDL (harmful cholesterol), while maintaining HDL (beneficial cholesterol).
• 12% Linoleic (omega 6) - a polyunsaturated essential fatty acid which has also been found to lower LDL, while maintaining HDL.
Açai berries also contain many valuable phytosterols. Sterols are compounds of plant cell membranes providing numerous benefits to the Human body, namely the reduction of blood plasma cholesterol.
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