What is an acai berry?
The acai berry is an inch-long reddish, purple fruit. It comes from the acai palm tree (Euterpe oleracea), which is native to Central and South America. It is a relative of the blueberry, cranberry, and other dark purple fruits.
Research on the acai berry has focused on its possible antioxidant activity. Theoretically, that activity may help prevent diseases caused by oxidative stress such as heart disease and cancer.
Nutrition Benefits
Per 100 gram serving of the Açaí berry, you'll also get about 10 grams of carbohydrates (8 of those being from fiber), 1.46 grams of protein, as well as about 6 grams of dietary fat. No other fruit has a fiber content quite like this one does, making this a perfect solution for those who are on low-carb diets or those who have issues with blood sugar levels.
Acai as an Anti Oxident
Anthocyanins and flavonoids are powerful antioxidants that help defend the body against life's stressors. They also play a role in the body's cell protection system. Free radicals are harmful byproducts produced by the body. Eating a diet rich in antioxidants may interfere with aging and the disease process by neutralizing free radicals. By lessening the destructive power of free radicals, antioxidants may help reduce the risk of some diseases, such as heart disease and cancer.
Are there known health benefits of acai berries?
Some studies show that acai fruit pulp has a very high antioxidant capacity with even more antioxidant content than cranberry, raspberry, blackberry, strawberry, or blueberry. Studies are ongoing, though, and the jury is still out.
Okay so this is a nice looking berry, but what will it do for an athlete/body builder!!!!!
Increased energy levels
Improvement in digestive functioning
Enhanced mental clarity
Higher quality and deeper sleep
Effective at fighting free radicals
Helps to detoxify and cleanse the system
Boosts the immune system
Increases sexual desire and performance
Prevents cancer
Slows the natural process of aging
Increases skin's vitality
Improves blood cholesterol profile
Enhances the health of the heart and circulatory system
Prevents artherosclerosis
Decreases arthritis and other related joint pain
Helps speed up recovery from injuries (or physical training for that matter)
Reduces signs of depression
Stabilizes blood sugar levels, greatly helping those with diabetes
Improves your physical strength
Is this stuff for real you might ask? Well I am about to find out. I am always looking for help with my joints so I will discontinue the use of Forged Joint Repair in favor of Sambazon® Organic Acai Powder - SAMBAZON - GNC
It is a basic acai powder and I will use it as directed until the end of the contest logging about it each day on this thread!
Acai Berries and Berry Juice - Are There Any Health Benefits or Side Effects?
Bodybuilding.com - Acai Berries - Do They Live Up To The Hype? - Shannon Clark
The acai berry is an inch-long reddish, purple fruit. It comes from the acai palm tree (Euterpe oleracea), which is native to Central and South America. It is a relative of the blueberry, cranberry, and other dark purple fruits.
Research on the acai berry has focused on its possible antioxidant activity. Theoretically, that activity may help prevent diseases caused by oxidative stress such as heart disease and cancer.
Nutrition Benefits
Per 100 gram serving of the Açaí berry, you'll also get about 10 grams of carbohydrates (8 of those being from fiber), 1.46 grams of protein, as well as about 6 grams of dietary fat. No other fruit has a fiber content quite like this one does, making this a perfect solution for those who are on low-carb diets or those who have issues with blood sugar levels.
Acai as an Anti Oxident
Anthocyanins and flavonoids are powerful antioxidants that help defend the body against life's stressors. They also play a role in the body's cell protection system. Free radicals are harmful byproducts produced by the body. Eating a diet rich in antioxidants may interfere with aging and the disease process by neutralizing free radicals. By lessening the destructive power of free radicals, antioxidants may help reduce the risk of some diseases, such as heart disease and cancer.
Are there known health benefits of acai berries?
Some studies show that acai fruit pulp has a very high antioxidant capacity with even more antioxidant content than cranberry, raspberry, blackberry, strawberry, or blueberry. Studies are ongoing, though, and the jury is still out.
Okay so this is a nice looking berry, but what will it do for an athlete/body builder!!!!!
Increased energy levels
Improvement in digestive functioning
Enhanced mental clarity
Higher quality and deeper sleep
Effective at fighting free radicals
Helps to detoxify and cleanse the system
Boosts the immune system
Increases sexual desire and performance
Prevents cancer
Slows the natural process of aging
Increases skin's vitality
Improves blood cholesterol profile
Enhances the health of the heart and circulatory system
Prevents artherosclerosis
Decreases arthritis and other related joint pain
Helps speed up recovery from injuries (or physical training for that matter)
Reduces signs of depression
Stabilizes blood sugar levels, greatly helping those with diabetes
Improves your physical strength
Is this stuff for real you might ask? Well I am about to find out. I am always looking for help with my joints so I will discontinue the use of Forged Joint Repair in favor of Sambazon® Organic Acai Powder - SAMBAZON - GNC
It is a basic acai powder and I will use it as directed until the end of the contest logging about it each day on this thread!
Acai Berries and Berry Juice - Are There Any Health Benefits or Side Effects?
Bodybuilding.com - Acai Berries - Do They Live Up To The Hype? - Shannon Clark