Super food
To repeat, this is a food rich in phytonutrients in much larger quantities than the usual food and therefore it is "super"...
Regular consumption of super food,
along with exercising,
weights control,
by reducing stress and
healthy sleep habits,
can contribute to a long and healthy life.
Today I will present the royal representative of all berries
Acai berries
Acai berries
fruits is acai palms.
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Acai berries have long been the food of Amazonian settlers.
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The acai palms tree originates from Central and South America where it grows in wet and humid areas in delta Amazone.
Picking is possible twice a year.
Acai berries are dark-purple berries, like is grapes,
but are smaller and contain much less pulp.
In the center of the berry there is only one seed,
wich take to 80% of acai berry.
Exploration of the indigenous population Caboclo in the Amazon, it has come to the conclusion that acai palms are one of the most important plants because its Acai berries covers up to 42% of the total weight of food,
whom they consume during the year.
Chemical composition
Thanks to the high content of anthocyanin (pigments, which can also be found in red wine), acai berries are one of the strongest antioxidants in the world (102,700 points per ORAC scale).Scientists believe that large amounts of antioxidants could be due to faster recovery of the body.
Acai Berries have a lot more antioxidant substances than they have raspberries, blueberries, strawberries, blackberries or cranberries.
In addition to this, they are rich in potassium, copper, magnesium, vitamins A, C, D and E and those of the B group.
Fiber, unsaturated fatty acids, omega-3 fatty acids and phytosterols are also an integral part of this food.
It contains up to 8 grams of protein, which is exellent for fruit.
Benefits
1.Raises energy
The acai berry extract is a well-known supplement that is used for the current energy boost and thus helps in fighting fatigue and mental exhaustion.
2.Regulating blood pressure
Acai berries have plenty of herbal sterols,
which act as vasodilators, relax the blood vessels and thus reduce blood pressure,
They prevent the formation of blood clots,
which can lead to stroke and heart attack.
3. They help digest
Acai Berries have been found to have strong detoxication effects on the human body, which help cleanse the digestive system and eliminate the accumulated of dangerous toxins.
They contain natural fibers, which help digestion and adsorption of nutritional constituents.
It enhances bowel movements, keeping the excretory processes regularly maintained and reducing the risk of confinement and other unpleasant digestive problems.
4.They boost immunity
Acai berries are a good source of vitamin C, a renowned immune enhancer.
Vitamin C has and antioxidant properties.
5.They act anticancer
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Vitamin C,
anthocyanin,
elagic acid,
and polyphenols in kombination, can stop cell cancer growth at the molecular level.
One study found that acai berry can stop cancer cell growth by up to 80%, which is one of the most successful rates of alternative medical treatment for this scary disease.
Special attention is paid to the effect of acai berry on prostate cancer in men.
6.Promotes skin health
Natural skin care products made from acai oil are a great natural alternative to chemical skin care products.
Today many cosmetic products contain acai oil due to the high content of antioxidant oils.
It's not just a skin cream!
When eaten, berries give food that can give your skin a healthy luster.
In fact, Brazilians for centuries eat acai berries to promote skin health.
7.Improves mental function
Acai contains large amounts of anthocyanins and other neurologically active herbal compounds (phytochemicals).
Preliminary studies show that acai can improve short-term and long-lasting memory and promote healthy aging of the brain.
Scientists have confirmed that acai can protect against neurological diseases, including dementia.
8.They delaying aging
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Acai berries slow down the aging process due to high levels of antioxidants.
Antioxidants are looking for the removal of free radicals that breaks down skin, hair, teeth and eye health - which is in fact premature aging.
Regular consumption of acai berry helps to reduce the harmful effects of free radicals.
Also, the application of acai oil to certain skin areas helps to prevent wrinkle formation.
9.It stimulates a healthy libido
Although not an aphrodisiac by itself,
this famous purple berry is associated with total increased circulation in the human body, a phenomenon that can contribute to stimulation of sexual impulse, especially men.
Since lack of blood flow is one of the major causes of erectile dysfunction and lack of sexual endurance,
Acai berry is commonly used as an alternative medicine to help people with problems.
These are the main advantages. There are more. For here enough.
How Use
It is best to use acai berries fresh.
If you do not have fresh ones - dry ( in proces liofilisation - drying frozen berries, ).
So They contain the most nutritional ingredients.
If you buy acai berry juice, choose juice which is not pasteurized or had heat in any way.
Just buy certified organic acai berries or powder.
It can be used every day, 1 to 2 teaspoons, mixed in smoothie, juice or fruit salad.
Conclusion-Proposal
I think they are valuable to use.
What you do think you?
until next time, big greeting