Wednesday, March 09, 2016

Health Benefits of Açai Berries

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High in antioxidants, minerals and vitamins
Açai berries are beneficial to your health because of their high antioxidant, mineral and vitamin content. Consuming them can also help prevent the onset of disease.
High in caloric and fat value compared to other fruits
A small 100-gram serving of açai berries can provide between 80 and 250 calories, depending on how it is prepared and served. In fact, for some Amazonian tribes, it is their staple food.
It has Anti-aging, anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer, anti-infective and anti-hemorrhagic properties
The Polyphenolic anthocynanin compounds and astringent pro-anthocyanidin tannins contained in açai berries means they are great for fighting harmful free radicals in the body.
Rich in medium chain fatty acids
The medium chain fatty acids in açai berries, such as Omega-6 and Omega-9, can help reduce levels of bad cholesterol in the body while simultaneously raising levels of good cholesterol. In turn, this results in a reduced risk of heart disease.

Great for your skin
Brazilian people have long used açai oil to prevent skin conditions. Nowadays, it’s quite common to find beauty products formulated with açai oil.  
Great for your hair
Omega-6 and Omega-9 fatty acids, together with the folic acid and zinc content in açai berries, have been shown to contribute to scalp health and a boost in hair root strength.
High in dietary fiber
Açai berries are high in dietary fiber, which helps clear out and detoxify the digestive system.
Energy and libido boosting
Açai berries are linked to increasing blood circulation in the body, as well as having a positive impact on stamina and combating fatigue and exhaustion. Consuming the berries also results in a boosted sex drive, unfortunately - only in men.
 Weight-regulating  
The high fiber content in açai berries is said to help regulate body weight more effectively as it assists the digestive process.
Assist with maintaining cognitive function
A study has shown that açai berries help maintain cognitive function in old animals due to their antioxidant properties. They have been shown to soften stress-related neural signaling and boost the health and capacity of neurons during the aging process.
Relieve symptoms of Crohn’s Disease
Crohn’s disease is a chronic inflammatory disease that affects the intestines, resulting in the formation of ulcers and fistulae. Açai berries prevent damage to intestinal walls and reduce stomach acids during acid reflux.

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