Mar 10 2009
Brazilian Acai
Harvested in the rainforests of Brazil and hidden within its royal purple pigment is the magic that makes it nature’s perfect energy fruit. Acai is packed full of antioxidants, amino acids and essential fatty acids.
Acai continas contains a remarkable concentration of antioxidants that help combat premature aging, with 10 times more antioxidants than red grapes and 10 to 30 times the anthocyanins of red wine. A synergy of monounsaturated (healthy) fats, dietary fiber and phytosterols to help promote cardiovascular and digestive health.
An almost perfect essential amino acid complex in conjunction with valuable trace minerals, it is vital for to proper muscle contraction and regeneration. The fatty acid content in acairesembles that of olive oil, and is rich in monounsaturated oleic acid. Oleic acid is important for a number of reasons.
It helps omega-3 fish oils penetrate the cell membrane; together they help make cell membranes more supple. By keeping the cell membrane supple, all hormones, neurotransmitter and insulin receptors function more efficiently. This is particularly important because high insulin levels create an inflammatory state, and as we all we know, inflammation causes aging.
