Nov 23, 2010

Acai Fruit: High in Antioxidants

Posted by Syn at 10:04 AM

I first heard about this fruit, acai, a few years ago and became interested in it due to my quest to lose weight and for its antioxidant activity due to years of not eating the best of foods.  I wanted to get healthy, feel good, put up a little bit of a fight with the aging process, and get active again.  If you've not heard of acai, let me tell you a little about it.



  • The acai fruit grows in Central and South America.  It is a red/purple color found on the beautiful Acai Palm trees. 
  • Acai contains both anthocyanins and flavonoids.  Anthocyanins (meaning "blue" and "plant") and flavonoids are both antioxidants which gets rid of free radicals in the body (free radicals contribute to the aging process).
  • Acai has been called a superfood, containing essential fatty acids, minerals, vitamins, and phytosterols (phytosterols are known for their cholesterol-lowering qualities).
  • It is also found in cosmetics for its antioxidant qualities.
  • This fruit, long used by the Amazons for years, has become popular in Europe and the United States.
Products containing acai can be found at www.hollandandbarrett.com/.  You can purchase supplements in capsule form like these acai capsules from Holland and Barrett in 500 mg, 1000 mg, or 1500 mg doses:


Acai Capsules


They also offer acai juice, acai powder, and coconut water with acai and pomegranate:


Coconut Water with Acai
& Pomegranate
If you are interested in trying the acai fruit, whether for it's anti-aging properties, as an antioxidant, or to help with weight loss, check out Holland & Barrett's acai products.  Holland & Barrett will ship within the United Kingdom as well as international shipping (to European countries including the Republic of Ireland and Channel Islands).  Ordering is easy - by phone, online, or via post! 

 

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