The Tree of Life as the acai fruit palm is affectionately known to the indigenous people of South America due to the fruits life giving properties. The fruit grows in clusters that hang from the top of the palm tree and resemble grapes that have fed the local people for centuries.
The fruit is very fragile and had to be freeze dried 24 hours after it is picked from the palm. This is important as the medicinal benefits are lost.
The story of how the acai fruit made its way to the modern world is that two surfers looking for energy were introduced to a berry that rejuvenated them and allowed them to surf longer than they ever had.
The surfers were so impressed with the acai fruits restorative powers they decided to start a company and import the acai berry to America. To this day, they are the leading distributors of acai fruit and always on the leading edge.
Scientist have discovered many more benefits since its arrival to the modern world. The acai fruit is known to be the healthiest fruit in world and has been designated a super food.
With thirty times more antioxidants than red wine, the Acai fruit has taken the health industry by storm. From Olympic athletes to cancer patients, all are taking advantage of the many therapeutic qualities of this tiny berry.
The berry taste like a blend of fruity chocolate and is exploding with amino acids, antioxidants, and healthy fatty acids.
Acai fruit berries have gained national attention by being mentioned on shows such as Oprah, Today Show on NBC, and the Early Show on CBS. The acai fruit has also been mentioned in prominent newspapers such as the Washington Post and the magazine Sports Illustrated
If you are looking at various ways to gain more energy or feel rejuvenated after a exercise, then give the acai fruit berry a try