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Medicinal benefits of the acai berry

calcium, phosphorus, vitamin C, Vitamin E and Vitamin B1, B2 and B3.

The powerful health producing attributes of the Acai berry are helpful to lowering the risk of heart disease and heart attacks. The antioxidants combined with the aminio acids, essential fatty acids and the naturally occurring plant phytochemicsl, phytosterols, Acai berries help the body burn fat more efficiently and process food more effectively. This is why it has been touted as a helpful addition to any weight loss program. Acai berry products also can reduce a individual's cholesterol as much as 15%.

The essential fatty acids and antioxidants work together to lower bad cholesterol (LDL) and raise good cholesterol (HDL) in the body. The essential fatty acids also help you body absorb the important vitamins A, E, D and K.

The health benefits of the Acai berry extend to include anti-viral and anti-bacterial agents which will help your body resist disease and illness. The anthocyanins that help accomplish this also assist in maintaining good eyesight and ward off such conditions as glaucoma and macular degeneration.

Aiding the digestion, Acai berry has vital enzymes that aid the digestion process. If you suffer from digestive problems such as acid reflux, irritable bowel or the like, an Acai product may help cure this problem for you.

Acai berry pulp also contains elements such as Vitamin B the helps regulate the body's level of dopamine and serotonin, the very things that help you sleep well and restore and relax your muscles. A good night's sleep on a regular basis is essential to good health.

The Acai berry and all of its fantastic properties is now readily available in this country and certainly worth a try.

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