by The Old Farmer

Created on: May 09, 2009   Last Updated: May 20, 2009

The Wonders of the Acai Berry

The health benefits of the acai berry and the major part played by the Amazon Rain Forest.

The Amazon Rain Forest has given up one of its many health secrets. There's a new kid on the block, and his name is the Acai (pronounced AH-sigh-EE) Berry. The juice of this berry is one of the most incredible health agents on the market today. The impact on the health and wellness market is staggering.

Health benefits

Some of the health benefits are:

Arthritis: The antioxidants and micro-nutrients help reduce inflammation for better joint health. Diabetes: The antioxidants and micro-nutrients may help the body regulate blood sugar and cause the pancreas to become stronger. Depression: The juice provides the antioxidants and micro-nutrients our brains need for better health. Heart: The berry improves detoxification and decreases blood clot formation.

Other Health Benefits

Greater energy and stamina, improved mental focus, better sleep, improved digestion, improved sexual function, immune system support, high levels of antioxidants, anti-aging support, promotes better circulation, prevents arteriosclerosis, provides anti-allergenic support, high levels of dietary fiber, high levels of essential amino acids and trace minerals, high levels of plant sterols, which have been shown to help control cholesterol, essential fatty acids ratio that resembles olive oil, which has been shown to help combat heart disease, very low sugar content, similar profile of protein in eggs.

What Others Say

On the Oprah show in late 2004, the Acai Berry was named by world famous health and beauty doctor Dr. Nicholas Perricone, MD, as one of the top 10 super foods in the world. In his newest bestseller book The Perricone Promise, he calls the Acai the most perfect food on the planet.

What Companies Are Doing

The acai berry is a berry from high atop towering palm trees in the Amazon Rain Forest It has recently gained fame in the Western World. Many companies are encouraging the harvesting of the berries. As the berry gains popularity it is slowing down the harvesting of the trees. Which helps to keep the Rain Forest standing and breathing out its precious oxygen for us.

Mysteries of the Rain Forest

It has been said that the Amazon Rain Forest has given up only 5% of its medical secrets. What will the future hold for the health and wellness of the world? What new food or herb may be the next break through in some of the most devastating diseases that ravage the human race? Thanks to the Amazon and the vegetation it holds for our hope in health.

If you are interested in more information, follow this LINK.

https://www.mymonavie.com/acai1health

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