This so called superfood has become on the most popular foods in the world. Acai comes from south America, specifically in the norther area. This food is widely distributed and has an important part of the economy in Brazil.
Acai has recently been called Superfood Number 1 by Dr. Nicholas Perricone, author of The Perricone Promise: Look Younger, Live Longer in Three Easy Steps. He has given acai this title because of the numerous outstanding health promoting properties inherent in the fruit.
Not only that, but tv networks has played a big role in the popularity of acai as a superfood. Notably, NBC's Today Show recently called it the "Viagra of the Amazon". because it help with blood circulation.
People magazine is asking the question, What is The latest look-better, live-longer superfood? and goes on to answer by talking about how acai is packed with antioxidants, vitamins, minerals and other nutrients.
But the main substance that differentiate acai berry from any other food is the sheer amount of antioxidants that it contains. Those same nutrients that have been proven to help reduces the damaging effect of free radicals.
Many wonders why acai berry is so good for you. The secret is called Anthocyanins. it is the substance that gives its color. it is the same nutrient found in red grapes.
You will find 33 times more anthocyanins in acai berry than you will find in red grapes. Now, you know why this is considered a super food.
Acai berry has been proved to be beneficial in numerous scientific studies. It has demonstrated longevity, detoxification and anti aging benefits, just to name a few.
Now that modern science can no longer ignore the benefits of acai berry. We are seeing more and more consumers taking advantage of this amazing superfood.