Thursday, January 22, 2009

The Acai Berry: Weight Loss Facts We All Need to Know

By Sue Thompson

The Acai (pronounced ah-SIGH-ee) is a small dark purple berry that comes from a palm tree known scientifically as Euterpe oleracea which grows in the floodplain areas of the Amazon River in Brazil. It is pulpy and has a single seed in the middle. The Asai berry is contains protein, B-vitamins, minerals, fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, and oleic acid (omega-9) which is a beneficial fatty acid.

Brazilians have used the Asai berry to cure digestive disorders and skin conditions for many years. Today Asai is a widely popular health product in the US. Web based businesses offer different Asai berry products with several even offering free trial samples.

There are a number of published medical research and consumer testimonials which suggest that Acai products aid in weight loss, lower cholesterol levels and give energy. Preliminary studies conducted by the University of Florida showed that the Acai berry can destroy cancer cells. In the current UF study, Acai extracts were taken and applied to leukemia cells for 24 hours. Depending on the extract and concentration, anywhere from about 35 percent to 86 percent of the cancer cells died.

Acai berry supplements became even more popular when people started being aware of its value as an effective aid to weight loss. You can flush out excess waste and harmful toxins in your body by taking Acai berry. This process can easily take out 5 to 20 pounds off your body weight and leave you with a flat stomach

Dr. Nicholas Perricone, a leading authority on anti-aging, has described the Acai as the worlds number one superfood. It has been a staple food in Brazil for hundreds of years and has been cultivated for its rejuvenating and detoxifying properties. The Acai has been featured many health and fitness magazines and on television in shows likes Oprah and the Today show. A huge number of people claim taking Acai berry products has given them a lot of energy and vitality. Now the Acai berry has gone several steps further. Taking the Acai can help you get rid of harmful waste and toxin build-up. Combined with certain nutrients, the Acai extract can also help you have a healthier skin.

Eating Asai berries, makes you feel saturated because of its high protein and nutrient content. This feeling of fullness will help better control your food intake if you are trying to lose weight. Lastly, the Acai drastically raises your metabolic rate enabling you to burn more calories. You get a boost of energy at the same time. Whether taken pure or formulated with other ingredients, the Asai can definitely do many amazing things for your body. - 16463

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