Sunday, September 20, 2009

Berry Creates Foundation For Success

By Rachel Peddriski PHD

The acai fruit berry is one of the worlds most powerfully nutritious foods. Harvested from a special palm tree in the Brazilian rain forest, this purple fruit holds the magic of the Amazon.

The acai fruit is able to fight off and prevent the destruction of DNA because the fruit is bursting full of amino acids, antioxidants, and essential fatty acids. A Dr. who wrote a best selling New York Times book entitled "the Perricone Way" and in states that the acai fruit is the #1 super food on the planet.

Acai fruit contains:

A leveel of anitoxidants that assist with fighting premature aging as well as 10-30 times that of grapes or red wine

A nearly perfect vital amino acid complex combined with important trace minerals, both critical to proper muscle contraction and regeneration

A synergistic blend of monounsaturated fats (the healthy kind), dietary fiber, and phytosterols (help lower LDL cholesterol) - all to help promote cardiovascular and digestive health

Antioxidants have long been known to be an essential part of any diet. Antioxidants are substances that protect the cells against the damaging effects of free radicals

Harmful substances such as radicals are produced when the body breaks down food. the toxins can also be found in tobacco smoke as well as the water we drink. As these harmful free radicals enter our body, they can create problems such as cancer, heart disease, and other types of serious health ailments.

Acai fruit is rich in vitamins A and B and contains as much protein as an egg. This is crucial in fighting off disease.

The healthy fat found in the acai can only be found in olive oil at the same rich state. Fatty acids are intricate in penetrating the cells membrane. This is how cells remain in tact. hormones, insulin receptors, and neurotransmitters are more efficient when these are all in tact.

The acai fruit berry is a powerful source of nutrients that can give your body everything it needs to function properly. Research, and you will find a variety of acai products that will meet your need.

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