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Don't be Fooled by Acai Impostors

noreply@blogger.com (Acai Blog) — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 21:37:00 +0000

With the increasing popularity of acai and acai products in the last couple of years, the big companies have obviously decided to try and get their chunk of the pie. Companies like V8 and Tropicana have both released acai flavors of their respective juice lines, both aimed at capitalizing on the buzz about acai's incredible health properties. Unfortunately for consumers, neither of these shelf brands have succeeded in producing a true acai product that contains the pure, natural acai that gives those benefits.

A company called Power Supplements, LLC released information in recent months warning consumers against the "disturbing trend" of mainstream companies' attempts to exploit the tremendous success of the acai berry in natural supplements, smoothies, etc. Their independent study concluded that those "pure acai" products actually contained crushed seeds rather than the skin and pulp, which truly hold the natural health properties of the acai berry. Unlike our products, these so-called natural juices are not giving you, the consumer, the real deal, but rather a substitute that will not transmit the natural energy, the healthy omega fats, amino acids, and other healthy properties of acai.

This brings up a great point for readers and users of Acairoots and natural health products everywhere. Listen to the recommendations of Power Supplements and health experts everywhere when they tell you to check the labels of all products claiming to contain natural ingredients like acai before buying. Chances are they contain only traces of the ingredient or, in this case, are using a form of it that doesn't truly deliver. Don't be had by companies who are trying to grab a piece of the acai buzz by cutting corners and failing to use the proper methods to deliver the energy-packed acai berry. There will no doubt be more and more so-called acai products hitting the market, all trying to take advantage of the buzz caused by Dr. Perricone's announcement of the acai berry as the #1 superfood and other publicity the fruit has received worldwide. It is our hope that truly discerning, health-conscious consumers will be able to see through the empty promises and health claims made by these processed impostors.

As we wrote last week, we are committed to bringing you more options for incorporating acai into your regular diet (our PROx acai smoothies) along with our traditional acai supplements, acai buckets, acai caps and other products. As always, our acai products are completely genuine and will let you experience the true effects of fresh acai.

Coming Soon - The PROx Acai Smoothie

noreply@blogger.com (Acai Blog) — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 23:26:00 +0000

As you may have seen on our website, we at Acai Roots are gearing up to launch our newest product - the PROx smoothie. As always we are committed to bringing the healthy, active lifestyle of Brazil to you wherever you are, mostly by providing the best source of acai and acai products right to your door. The PROx acai smoothie is not only rich in the powerful antioxidants and amino acids of fresh acai, it is a great source of protein and vitamins as well. Its flavorful blend of acai, pineapple and coconut is a perfect companion to any meal or as a mid-day shot of energy. As you well know by now if you have been reading our blog, the rich antioxidant content in acai, and now in this delicious smoothie, is a great way to manage cholesterol, fight the aging process and provide natural energy. No other commercial smoothie or beverage can boast such properties with as much taste to match!

With natural soy protein, the PROx acai smoothie boasts 5g of protein per serving, while containing no cholesterol, trans fat, or saturated fat whatsoever. All this from a drink that is bringing you the healthy antioxidants, fibers, and omega acids of the acai berry -- often called one of the healthiest berries on Earth.

Look for the PROx smoothie to be released late next month (July) or early August, and come back to the site often so you can order some as soon as they are ready. As launch time approaches we will release more information. For now you can get on our mailing list to receive the most recent updates and info directly to your inbox and come back next month to order your first shipment of natural delicious PROx smoothies!

More Acai Research

noreply@blogger.com (Acai Blog) — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 21:08:00 +0000

Aside from the much-touted and proven health benefits of eating acai in any of its forms, research continues to uncover more amazing properties of the amazing Brazilian fruit. By now many have heard that researchers at the University of Florida released a study in early 2006 wherein they showed that the acai fruit may have the ability to fight cancer.

The study, conducted at the university by professors, associate-professors, and doctoral students, included Stephen Talcott, an assistance professor in the university's Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, as well Susan Percival, a professor with the food science and human nutrition department. Four acai extracts were used in a model study and the team reported that the berries triggered a self-destruct response in up to eighty-six percent of leukemia tested. While they cautioned that this does not prove anything about the ability of the acai berry to fight cancer in human bodies, they did mention that it is very encouraging to see and that it certainly shows the benefits acai can have in our bodies.

Research on the acai berry will continue at the University, they said, and with studies slated to take place over the next couple of years. Obviously we hope to see more and more information come out of institutions around the world about the amazing benefits and properties of the acai berry. What is encouraging to note is that the bulk of research is just beginning to be done because finally processed / freeze dried acai products have made it possible to study acai with its original make-up in tact -- and of course they also make it possible for you to enjoy acai and receive its full health benefits.

Keep an eye out here on our site and around the net for the latest news and research about the amazing acai, and check out the newest addition to our quality acai product line, our new functional smoothie which is coming soon. We hope to continue to bring you the highest quality acai products and make sure that acai is a staple in your healthy diet.

Health Benefits of Acai Berries

noreply@blogger.com (Acai Blog) — Fri, 30 May 2008 21:32:00 +0000

The natural and amazing health benefits attributed to acai berries are no myth. Not only have the local populations of Brazil been using the berries for hundreds of years as a staple in their diet, but they have known of its significant nutritional properties and used it as a source of general good health. Today people in the US are finally coming around and realizing the benefit in importing fresh acai to include in their efforts to get and stay healthy, as well as in anti-aging and more. Dr. Mintz, a physician board certified in internal medicine, recently posted on his Blog that he was interviewed by his local news station about the health benefits acai berries can provide us, and discussed his research into the fruit.

Dr. Mintz cited the findings of a national symposium which met in 2005 on the benefits of anthocyanin antioxidants (found in acai berries) and the data that symposium released. In brief, the data illustrated the potential benefit these antioxidants have in reducing blood clotting, which reduces potential rish of heart attack and stroke, increasing the levels of "good" cholesterol (HDL) and lowering the levels of "bad" cholesterol (LDL), neutralizing oxygen radicals (anti-aging), and regulating enzymes that lead to inflammation. He went on to say that "there is some data that [acai berries] (particularly when freeze dried) [contain] higher levels of antioxidants than other dark berries." As others have said, he confirmed that reports show that acai berries contain some ten to thirty times the antioxidant abilities of red wines, which have already been touted as being heart-friendly (when used in moderation). The anti-inflammatory effects and potential anti-cancer properties of acai berries are mentioned as well.

Dr. Mintz ends his article with a bottom line that supports what we have been telling you all along: there are great benefits from eating berries, and in particular acai berries, which are full of the antioxidants and other "good things" that make it an incredibly healthy addition to your daily diet. Acairoots.com is a great place for you to get started taking advantage of the acai berry's incredibly properties, so check out our selection and have it delivered fresh to your door! You can read Dr. Mintz' article and many other like it, take the suggestion of Oprah and other celebrities, nutritionists, and doctors, and of course us, and find that everyone agrees that fresh acai and acai supplements are the real deal!

The Amazing Acai - No More Excuses!

noreply@blogger.com (Acai Blog) — Fri, 23 May 2008 22:16:00 +0000

If you have been reading our blog or been paying attention to the words of health and nutrition specialists everywhere in the last year or two, you are at least aware of the Acai Fruit or berry and the amazing health benefits it can provide you if you include it in your diet. With the increasing publicity it has received, from being placed on Dr. Perricone's list of ten superfoods to being recommended by Oprah and others, we are always amazed at the excuses that people come up with not to include this nutritious fruit in their diet. Below are a couple of the popular ones, and our responses -- read up and stop letting these excuses get in the way of your using the acai fruit to help you look and feel younger, have more energy, and be generally healthy.

>> Acai has to be fresh in order for me to get the health benefits, and I can't get fresh acai.

While it's true that acai needs to be fresh in order to retain its many health benefits, there are many ways to get it in various forms so you can use it in shakes or smoothies or as a supplement without sacrificing any of its amazing properties. Check out our site to get frozen acai pulp in buckets as large as 2 liters, acai powder in small packages, or acai caps (capsules). The myth that you have to somehow get fresh acai delivered to your doorstep in order to partake in its many benefits is false. Through processes such as freezing and freeze drying, everyone can get the benefits from fresh acai fruit.

>> Eating healthy is expensive; I can't afford to have acai every day

The question of the affordability of including acai into your daily diet is all a matter of perspective. Think of it this way: How many of you are spending $8 or more per day on Starbucks coffee, all to give you an energy boost in the morning. If you take that eight dollars and multiply it by 30 (days in a month), you see that you are spending a whopping $240 per month! With even half of that money you can afford to make fresh acai smoothies or take natural acai capsules each day, giving you not only the energy kick you need, but a smattering of anti-oxidants, healthy amino acids, and other healthy nutrients at all. Compare that to the nutritional content of a cup of coffee and let us know how they compare!

Stop with the excuses and order some form of the acai fruit today so you can find out what so many others have about its astounding power in making you more healthy and energetic. AcaiRoots.com has everything you need to get started and we'll deliver right to your door.

Acai Superfood

noreply@blogger.com (Acai Blog) — Sun, 18 May 2008 18:00:00 +0000

It is always surprising that in a time when so many people are trying to live healthier lives with better diets, more exercise, and a real commitment to fitness and wellness that so few are aware of the food that has been called the number one superfood. Many people make the mistake of thinking that all fruits are created equal, as if eating an apple from a local grocery store gives the exact same benefits as eating any other type of fruit. Perhaps this is because the category of fruits and vegetables is so generalized when so-called "experts" talk a bout a balanced diet, but just like there are different kinds of fats and carbohydrates, so too are there different benefits to eating different kinds of fruit.

The pulp of the increasingly popular acai berry is rich in important nutrients and full of energy. The pulp contains a surprisingly high concentration of antioxidants that help fight off premature aging -- nearly ten times more than red grapes, the most comparable common fruit. You can hardly say those two are created equal! Acai pulp also contains a great combination of monounsaturated fats, dietary fiber, and phytosterols which work together to increase cardiovascular and digestive health. Finally, the pulp is home to an amino acid complex and vital trace minerals which promote proper muscle contraction and regeneration.

With all of these benefits, it is amazing that more people don't know of or recognize acai's status as one of nature's true "superfoods." Luckily, as the news of acai's incredible attributes spreads, more and more people are helping to spread the word. Dr. Perricone, a leading nutrition expert, placed acai in the top spot of his 10 superfoods list, and Oprah Winfrey recognized his choice and promotes the fruit herself. It's only a matter of time before acai berries will be in incredible demand, lucky for you acairoots.com has already become the online source for many health-conscious people looking to get a fresh and reliable source for acai products. You can order online quickly and easily and receive your acai supplements, powders, smoothies and more delivered right to your door. Check out our amazing selection and order today to find out what you've been missing by not taking the advice of experts who know that acai is a "superfood" that will boost your energy, fight the aging process, and provide and overall source for health and wellness in your life.

Acai and Weight Loss

noreply@blogger.com (Acai Blog) — Fri, 09 May 2008 17:54:00 +0000

If you have been doing any reading whatsoever on Acai, the acai fruit / berry, or anything related to acai and your diet, you know that acai is an amazing natural food and a great source of nutrition and health. It is included on the list of ten "Super Foods" on Oprah's website and is recognized by doctors, researchers, and nutritionists as one of the best foods of any kind that you can include in your regular diet to provide energy and get antioxidants, amino acids, and essential fatty acids. But is acai a powerful weight loss food as well? Well, while acai has been linked to successful weight loss efforts, researchers are still busy proving a link between acai and weight loss. However, because of the fact that it is a healthy, nutritious addition to your sensible diet, and on top of that, provides loads of energy, we think it's a great way to help you lose weight!

Think about it -- any weight loss or nutrition expert will tell you that you need to include lots of fruits and vegetables in your daily diet if you want to not only lose weight and keep it off, but if you want to live a healthy lifestyle in general. Acai is not just any normal fruit; it truly is one of nature's super foods because it provides benefits that more common fruits do not: anti-aging properties, incredible amino acid and fatty acid levels, and gives an incredble natural energy boost that will get you ready for whatever you need to do. Many people drink energy drinks or, worse yet, very unhealthy and unnatural energy boosters before they go off to exercise. These supplements and products usually contain lots of sugar, caffeine, or unnatural sweeteners that are actually counter-productive to efforts to lose weight or build lean muscle. Rather than resort to these things for energy, you can prepare a natural, tasty, and healthy smoothie, shake, or energy drink of your own using fresh acai or acai powder. The result is the same, a boost of energy that will drive you throughout your workout, but on top of that you get all of the other amazing health benefits of this wonderful fruit and avoid having to put unhealthy products and supplements into your body.

Check out our selection of acai products and recipes to get you going with your weight loss plan that includes this healthy and nutritious fruit. You can read more about acai and its many benefits in our other articles and the rest of our website.

About Acai

noreply@blogger.com (Acai Blog) — Fri, 09 May 2008 16:53:00 +0000

With the growing popularity and use of acai for nutritious purposes, many want to learn more about this fruit that has been hailed as nature's "superfood." In an effort to spread both knowledge about acai and the very beneficial use of its fruit, the acai fruit or berry, here is some of the basic information you might want to know about acai:

The acai (pronounced asa'i) palm is part of the genus Euturpe, which contains seven varieties of palms found in tropical Central and South America. They grow mainly in floodplains and swamps and are tall, majestic-looking palm trees that grow between 15 and 30 meters, with leaves reaching up to three meters long. The acai fruit itself is small, round, and of a black-purple color, growing to a mere 1 inch in diameter. The fruit is similar to a grape in many respects, growing in bunches of up to 900 of the small berries. Its seed, about seven to ten millimeters in diameter, makes up about 80% of the fruit.

Recent studies and research has revealed that the acai fruit, or berry, has become a major source of food for traditional Cabolco populations in the Amazon region of Brazil. Furthermore, with the proliferation of its use in various products in the last few years, it is economically valuable to that region as well, being used in a wide variety of nutritious foods and products including juice blends, smoothies, with granola, yogurt, or otherwise. Additionally, research has found that the acai has quite a nutritional resumé, boasting a comparative advantage in almost every way over even other fruits. It contains a high amount of protein, strong antioxidant levels, and the important and hard-to-find fatty acid omega-6. Among the many benefits it is said to possess, it boosts energy levels and has been found to possibly have cancer-fighting potential. Research has shown that antioxidants are an important factor in our body's ability to fight off disease and the antioxidants found in acai contribute heavily. Antioxidants play help in strengthening cellular walls and decreasing cholesterol-related disease.

In its various forms, acai is a great compliment a healthy diet, there are many acai recipes that will give you ideas on how to include it in your menu, and more detailed information on the nutritional benefits acai provides is easy to find as it is being constantly studied and written about. Check out AcaiRoots.com for more information as well as a great selection of acai products.

Acai Berry

noreply@blogger.com (Acai Blog) — Fri, 02 May 2008 21:47:00 +0000

The acai berry is a small fruit that looks similar to a grape. It is round and black-purple in color, measuring around one inch in diameter and growing from the acai palm native to tropical regions of central and south america -- most notably Brazil. These little fruits, which we now know are one of the most nutritious foods available in the world, grow in what are called panicles (similar to a bunch of grapes) that contain seven to nine hundred fruits. While this may seem like a lot, only two crops are produced per year, and the demand for acai berries and the products into which they are made are under more and more demand with each year as the news of their tremendous and amazing health benefits spreads.

Even before becoming popular among people among the world, the acai berry made up a large portion of the diet of a the local and traditional Caboclo populations in the Amazon region of Brazil. The acai palm and its nutritious fruit were described by many such people to be the most important plant species to them, not only because of the health and healing attributes of the fruit itself, but because the stems and other parts of the palm were used as well.

Even the local consumers of this berry found and used creative techniques for including it in their diet. It is traditionally served in gourds with tapioca, but quickly became popular to eat mixed with granola and even used to flavor ice cream and juice. With the ability to freeze dry and otherwise keep the pulp fresh (thereby preserving its many health benefits) many more options have become available, including having it made into health drinks, yogurts, sorbets, and even powder and capsule supplements.

Now that you know a little more about the amazing acai berry and where it comes from, you can appreciate how important this little fruit has been to local people of the Amazon and how important it is becoming to people around the world as a source of energy and natural antioxidants. Unlike many of the "miracle" foods marketed today, acai does not come and go because its ability to boost energy, the immune system, and general health is not an advertising ploy; it is a true and noticeable result of including this real superfood in your diet. Check out our selection of acai products and recipes and find out how acai can help you feel better and be more healthy.

Acai Powder

noreply@blogger.com (Acai Blog) — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 19:02:00 +0000

For many of us, procuring fresh or even frozen acai roots or acai berries is not a simple task. But the fact that nutritious acai seems out of reach should not stop you from being able to include this incredibly healthy and delicious fruit in your diet, so that you too can experience the amazing benefits it offers. If you are one of these people, someone who finds it difficult to find and keep fresh acai, acai powder is the perfect solution.

Acai powder provides all of the same health benefits of fresh or frozen acai berries or pulp. It is made using the highest quality organic freeze dried acai and made into a convenient powder form. It retains all of its amazing properties, including being a super natural antioxidant, promoting healthy skin, and naturally boosting your energy.

Acai powder is made from genuine organic acai that is squeezed and pulped to produce a mush that is then freeze-dried. The resulting puree is turned into a powder. From here it is either packaged as a powder or put into capsules so that you, the consumer have a choice of how you want to take it.

Whether you buy acai juice powder or organic acai caps, taking it is easy and, in the case of the juice powder, tastes great. In powder form, it is as simple as putting a couple of scoops of the acai juice powder into four ounces of water and shaking (it is better to shake than use a blender in this case). If there are lingering clumps, placing the drink in the refrigerator for a few minutes should dissipate them.

Taking the caps is just like taking any other supplement; simply swallow with water! AcaiRoots.com offers acai powders in both forms. Our acai roots caps and organic acai juice powder is 100% organic, contain no caffeine, sugar, carriers, or preservatives. We are proud to offer the highest quality and purest acai powder that preserves all of the antioxidants and nutrients that make acai nature’s “super food.”

Smoothies and Frozen Yogurt Using Frozen Acai

noreply@blogger.com (Acai Blog) — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 18:59:00 +0000

In order to be sure that you preserve the many healthy benefits that come with genuine acai, you can buy it in frozen form. Since acai is a perishable fruit, be wary of buying it in other forms unless you can be sure it is fresh and will still retain its many nutritious qualities. In most areas you can find frozen acai in your local Whole Foods market, health store, or in some cases, in your regular grocery store, but buying it online is the best option for most people so you can be sure you are getting fresh acai shipped directly to you. Just like other frozen foods, you should get it home and keep it frozen until you are ready to use it.

Over and over you have heard about the amazing benefits acai can have when included in your diet. You have heard it not only from us, but surely from nutritionists, doctors, and health-conscious people from all walks of life. Here are some more great ideas for how to incorporate acai into your diet in fun and delicious ways:

Use frozen acai as a topping for frozen yogurt!
Next time you decide to enjoy a frozen snack or treat yourself to a frozen yogurt on a hot day or just because, try adding a fruit topping that includes acai. Simply pick up some of your favorite fruits at your local market, including grapes, raspberries, cranberries, or whatever you can think of, mix them all together into a delicious fruit topping, and for a healthy kick add in a serving of healthy, genuine frozen acai. It’s the perfect treat for you and for your health.

Use frozen acai in a smoothie or shake:
There are many recipes out there for fruit smoothies or shakes using acai, just take your favorite fruits like bananas and berries of all kinds and throw in a healthy serving of frozen acai to boost your energy and give you essential vitamins and fatty acids that your body needs and craves. Nothing can be more nutritious and the taste is great.

Check out http://www.acairoots.com/ for frozen acai and a great selection of other acai products, recipes, and information. We are dedicated to bringing you quality acai and acai products so you can enrich your diet and your life with this wonderful natural food.

Acai Benefits

noreply@blogger.com (Acai Blog) — Fri, 11 Apr 2008 16:53:00 +0000

The benefits of the acai berry are as varied as they are numerous. The natives of Brazil have used the fruit for many generations, not only for its nutritional value, but also for its many health benefits. For more on the acai berry history, check our website. Research continues to reveal new and amazing benefits to including the Brazilian fruit in our diet, and this article looks at some of the most notable of those benefits.

Chiefly, acai boosts energy levels, improves digestive function, improves mental clarity and focus, and promotes sound sleep. It also provides many essential vitamins and minerals and strengthens the immune system. Additionally, acai is a dense source of a particular class of flavonoids called anthocyanins (red-blue phenols with potent antioxidant properties). Anthocyanins are also found in red wine and have been shown to be the source of the health benefits associated with its moderate consumption, most importantly the reduction of the instance of heart disease. Acai pulp contains between ten and thirty times the anthocyanins of red wine per equal volume.

The acai berry is also a rich source of protein and dietary fiber and contains high levels of the fatty acids omega-6 and omega-9, which are known to have a protective effect on the heart and cardiovascular system. These may also play a role in lowering levels of cholesterol in the blood says some recent studies. Also, the acai berry has been shown to have an anti-aging affect, due to the high levels of anthocyanins described above, as well as its strong antioxidant vitamin levels.

The many acai benefits above, in addition to many others not discussed, is why the acai berry has been affectionately dubbed nature’s “super food” and become a sought-after addition to healthy diets. You can include acai berries or pulp in your regular diet by making shakes or smoothies, or simply adding it healthy fruit.

Luckily acai berries and acai products are much easier to find and obtain now than they have been in the past. While they can be difficult to find even in health food stores and grocery stores, sites like ours, http://www.acairoots.com/, are one of the best way buy acai and to get it affordably and conveniently so you can start enjoying it in your day-to-day diet. We offer a wide range of products from supplements to acai roots bowls and smoothies.

Acai Recipes

noreply@blogger.com (Acai Blog) — Fri, 11 Apr 2008 16:37:00 +0000

More and more people are looking to add a kick of health into their diets. Our fast-paced world makes it increasingly difficult to sit down and have a healthy meal at home or on lunch break. As a result, people are looking to supplements, multi-vitamins and other things to make up for less healthy foods that comprise most of our diets. Because of its noted nutritional values, the Acai fruit, be it the acai berry itself, the pulp, or the roots, has become immensely popular and is used in a wide variety of recipes for different kinds of meals, as well as being used as traditional remedy for many aliments. When eaten, the acai berry provides a great source of protein, healthy fats, and many important vitamins and minerals. Moreover, the acai contains fibers that help sooth and protect the digestive system.

One important thing to note when using acai in cooking is that it must be kept cold in order to preserve its healthy benefits. Many acai recipes call for frozen pulp of the naturally healthy berry in order to avoid losing its health benefits. As compared to raw cow's milk, a staple in most diets, the acai fruit pulp contains three times the lipids, seven times the carbohydrates, one hundred and eighteen times the iron, and close to ten times the amount of vitamin B1 and C. Additionally it has been shown to help fight cholesterol. Truly these properties justify its earned nickname of "super food." Check out our site to read more about acai benefits and nutritional value.

There are many resources online that offer acai recipes - including our own. Here are some examples:

Traditional Smoothie using Acai Juice

* 7oz Acai Juice
* 1/2 cup Soy Milk or Juice
* Fruit (you can choose your favorite, examples include one banana or half an apple)

Just as with any regular smoothie, blend the above ingredients and add fruit, granola, or any other desired ingredients. Enjoy!

Tasty Chocolate Acai Shake

* 1 cup of milk
* Splash of acai juice or puree
* 2 Tbsp of lowfat cottage cheese
* 1 scoop of chocolate protein powder
* 1 banana

Blend all ingredients using a blender to desired consistency. Add the banana last and blend again then drink!

Acai Breakfast - Botafogo Style

* Acai Roots
* 1 banana
* Orange Juice

Pour 3.5 Oz of Acai Roots into a blender with 1 banana and a splash of Orange Juice. Blend until smooth and serve. This is a vitamin and antioxidant rich healthy breakfast that will get your day going.

Acai Juice Blend

If you are looking to add a healthy kick to your every day diet, you can simply mix up a juice blend using acai puree or juice and your favorite fruit juice like guava, apple, grape, or cranberry juice. Take some with you in a bottle to work and get energy and nutrition all day long!

As more and more people discover the health benefits of the acai fruit, new recipes using its roots, pulp, or berries are appearing every day. Check back on http://www.acairoots.com to find new ways to use this super food in your daily diet and to buy acai products.

Acai Roots Team on Fancy food show San Diego

noreply@blogger.com (Acai Blog) — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 06:40:00 +0000

Yes, we were jamming the best Rio acai bowls on the planet! Thousands of attendants came by our booth to try the most delicious and healthy acai brought directly from Brazil by Brazilians!

Not only did they love our acai bowls and smoothies, but they also got to try our delicious and healthy Acai Roots Dark Chocolate Truffles. It was a big hit!!!

The Acai Roots Team would like to thank you all for stopping by and spending some time with us, and for all your great feedback! Thanks much!!

Sincerely,
Acai Roots Team

Acai Berries - Origin, History & Health Benefits of Acai Berries

noreply@blogger.com (Acai Blog) — Thu, 20 Dec 2007 22:17:00 +0000

Acai berries, indigenous to the Amazon region of South America, are known for their medicinal and energy-boosting properties. Once a fruit known only to the tribes of the Amazon, acai berries are now touted on pop culture television shows including Oprah and have become more of a common name in naturopathy. The story of the acai berry history is both fascinating and relevant to its current popularity.

The earliest acai berry history is based in mythological folklore. Legend has it that the daughter of a tribal chief, named Iaca, bore a child who was killed because of the general hunger due to over-population of her tribe. She was so saddened that she mourned the baby’s death for quite some time, until she head a child’s cry from outside her hut. Going to find the source of the cry, she saw a tree springing from the ground. She laid beneath the tree and died. When her body was discovered, the fruits of the tree were also found and satisfied the hunger off all in the tribe. The decree to kill children was lifted and the fruit of the tree was named for the chief’s daughter, Iaca.

Less on the mythological side, the beneficial medicinal properties of acai were first realized in the 1950s and 1960s. During this phase of acai berry history, its use was first recommended to infuse workouts with energy. Subsequent studies found acai was rich in antioxidants, fibers, healthy fats and important amino acids. Because the actual acai berry is mostly seed with very little meat, you can begin your journey to health with this all-natural product by trying Acai Root Bowls, Smoothies and Supplements at http://www.acairoots.com/