Acai Berry - Used by the Amazonian people in Brazil for centuries as a health food it's now recognised as having power-packed health benefits.

Acai is a tasty deep purple fruit which grows in South America and is said to be one of the most nutrient based foods known to man.

Why should I take Acai Berry ? Very high levels of phytonutrient antioxidants. The Acai Berry has 15 - 20 times more antioxidant power than red grapes which are seen as high in antioxidants. Near perfect amino acid / protein structure - High in protein with 19 amino acids. Amino acids are the building blocks of protein and are key for repair, growth and maintenance of the body. High in fibre which aids digestion and bowel health. Helps increase energy levels. Contains the key trace minerals potassium, calcium, copper and zinc in perfect raw food format. Contains Vitamins A, C, E, B1, B2, B3 in perfect food format for easy absorption. Acai also gives cardiovascular support due to the healthy omega fats content and heart health support due to plant sterols which are said to help keep your heart healthy. Acai has high levels of Anthocyanins ,an antioxidant that has been found to possess anti- inflammatory and nervous system health benefits. Acai also has no known side effects but if on medication please refer to your GP if you are unsure about taking any supplement.

Acai Berry Research . There is now a method of measuring antioxidant levels in food. Its called Oxygen Radical Absorbency Capacity Score or ORAC for short . Take a look at the graph. Blueberry's are high antioxidant foods. Look here at the antioxidant power of acai against the respected blueberry.

Cancer Fighter ? The University of Florida published a study in the Journal of Agricultural & Food Chemistry that found acai berries triggered a self destruct response in up to 86% of human cancer cells. Assistant professor Stephen Talcott who did the research said "This was only a cell-culture model and we don't want to give anyone false hope. We are encouraged by the findings, however. Compounds that show good activity against cancer cells in a model system are most likely to have beneficial effects in our bodies." The University will now study the effect of acai antioxidants on healthy human subjects.

Energy & Wellbeing - Jiu-jitsu practitioners and football players in Brazil often have a large meal of acai berry before competition. Due to acai been a perfect source of nutrition they say it leads to an increase in energy levels and stamina.

Weight Management ? - Acai now has a big following in weight loss supplements. Acai berry has a generous amount of fibre. High fibre foods like acai help you to feel fuller faster and cut down on food cravings and snacking between meals. Its also said to help regulate a normal metabolic rate.

Unfortunately there are many acai supplements that have filler in the capsule and are also poor grade so they can sell the product cheaper. Ensure if you buy acai capsules they are 100% pure acai berry produced under GMP standards with certificate of conformity guaranteeing a genuine, very high grade product manufactured only in the UK.