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Here I am, back with some more good information about that magical fruit, the acai berry! Yesterday’s post, The Super Juice: 23 Reasons Why To Drink Acai, showed a vast number of reasons why drinking or consuming the acai berry in any form proves very beneficial to your health. If you have no clue what this Ah-sci-EE berry is all about, then here’s your chance to gain a little knowledge on a very popular becoming fruit!With its roots settles deep in the Amazon jungles of South America, the acai berry is a very tropical fruit. These purple, almost grape-looking berries grow on massive palm trees. They are just under an inch in diameter and grow wild in strings on the trees. Acai berries have been a staple to the diets of the people of the Amazon for hundreds of years. Researchers have noted that the fruit has been sought after by young and old people, and those of all economic classes. This berry does not discriminate! With modern science’s discoveries of the life-enhancing benefits of the acai berry, there’s no wonder why these people have thrived on it for centuries.A Few Good to Know Qualities…

• High Antioxidant Levels. With such a high number of naturally-occurring antioxidants within, the acai helps heal metabolism in cells. When these cells are repaired to tip-top shape, there is an increase of energy in the body because these cells are able to fully carry out their functions properly. These micronutrients then help improve detox the body, which can help fight heart disease, strokes, and high blood pressure.
• High Fiber and Amino Acid Content. Fiber + Amino Acids = A healthier heart! These elements help aid the digestive tract by raising the levels of calcium, vitamins A and E, and phosphorus. While it keeps the stomach and intestines in good shape, the amino acids also help the contraction and regeneration of muscles.
• Overall. As acai does its work in the body, be assured that it is improving energy in cells and cell communication, improving detoxification, reducing insulin resistance, and decreasing clot formation. All of these qualities ultimately lead to a better heart, brain, and arterial health.

Serving Suggestions…

• Many times people see acai as something you take in “doses”. This is not true, and in fact, acai is a superfruit. So if you enjoy it as much as I do, you can sit around all day sipping on a bottle. Acai is better to be consumed in the morning before food because the beneficial effects will have a higher effect. This allows the acai to move around and digest in your stomach before any solid foods come near.
• As the old saying goes, “If you need more nutrition, you need to consume more of a food like acai berries”.
• When just starting out, try drinking around 2-4 ounces per day. Whatever amount you drink is just fine, so get to lovin’ the taste!

Look for this great acai berry in juice form, frozen puree, Jamba Juice smoothies, yogurts, and many more. It’s becoming more and more popular, so keep your eyes open in any grocery stores around you!