What are the benefits of acai berry?

Answer 1

The açai berry is a tropical berry that grows from the Açai palm that also has some antioxidants, but less than that of concord grapes, black cherries, or blueberries. Claims that it can aid in weight loss are unsubstantiated by any scientific study. It should be noted that while fruit and berries are good for you as part of a healthy and balanced diet, there is no single food, berry or otherwise, that can cure all your ills (try good food and exercise, and see a doctor), make you lose weight (try good food in moderation, and plenty of exercise). Many foods provide specific benefits as supplements to your diet, but they will not magically reverse obesity and sloth- these you will need to address before expecting miracles.

Answer 2

Açaí berries contain several anthocyanin compounds, including resveratrol. They also contain several astringent pro-anthocyanidin tannins, including ellagic acid. These compounds may fight the free radicals that cause aging, inflammation, and cancer. In addition, tannins fight infections and hemorrhage. Ellagic acid in açaí can inhibit DNA binding of certain carcinogens (nitrosamine toxins in the food). Açaí berries are also rich in medium-chain fatty acids like oleic acid (omega-9) and linoleic acid (omega-6). These compounds help reduce LDL-cholesterol level and raise good HDL-cholesterol levels in the body and thus help prevent heart disease. In addition, the essential fats help prevent skin dryness by maintaining adequate moisture in the skin. Açaí pulp has good levels of dietary fiber, which helps clear cholesterol. Açaí berries contain a good amount of minerals like potassium, manganese, copper, iron, and magnesium. Manganese is used by the body as a co-factor for the antioxidant enzyme, superoxide dismutase. Further, they are rich in B-complex vitamins and vitamin-K, and they contain very good amounts of niacin, vitamin B6, and riboflavin. These vitamins help you metabolize carbohydrates, proteins, and fats.