Nutritional Values of Acai Berries

The following are Acai Berries Nutritional Values:

• Antioxidant
• Antibacterial
• Antimutagenic
• Anti-inflammatory
• Cardiovascular Benefits

Acai berries contain high level of essential fatty acid proven to lower LDL & improve HDL cholesterol levels. They also have significant amount of antioxidants to help combat free radicals and premature aging.

Acai Berry provides as a good source of a specific class of flavonoids called anthocyanins. The ORAC value of Acai Berry is higher than any other berry in the world! The measuring value for an antioxidant property of a biological sample is in terms of ORAC (Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity) values. Studies showed that Acai berries contain an ORAC value of more than 1200 ORAC per gram, which is at least 12 times higher than the next berry with high ORAC values known. Furthermore, the antioxidant property of acai berries are 30 times higher than red grapes; and contains anthocyanins that is 10 to 20 times higher than red wine.

Acai Berry is also an excellent source of dietary fiber! Acai is extremely rich in organic vegetable protein which does not generate cholesterol during its digestion and is easier processed and transported to your muscles than animal protein(such as in milk or meat). Besides its outstanding content of protein and unsaturated lipids, acai berry is also rich in carbohydrates which provide your body with the necessary energy and vitality. No wonder acai berries are available in many sport clubs, gyms, and beaches in Brazil.

Other studies conducted on acai berries showed the following benefits:

• High concentration levels of antioxidants contributed to combating premature aging.
• The proanthocyanidine contents in Acai Berries are 10 to 30 times the anthocyanins of red wine per volume
• Acai Berries can help promote a healthier cardio vascular system and digestive tract, because of its synergy of monounsaturated fats, dietary fiber and phytosterols.
• An excellent source of fiber. Fiber promotes a healthy digestive system. Research studies suggests soluble fibers may help lower blood cholesterol. The insoluble fiber helps to reduce the risk of developing certain types of cancers.
• Essential amino acid complex along with trace minerals, which are vital for proper muscle contraction and regeneration.
• Vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, C and E
• Essential fatty acids (omega 3, 6 and 9).
  The fatty acid ratio in Acai showed comparable results with that of olive oil. This suggest as contributing factor to the low incidence of heart disease in Mediterranean populations.
• Acai Berries contain plant sterols including beta-sitosterol. Sterols are used to treat benign prostate dyperplasia. Plant sterols have are als shown to help control cholesterol.
• Polyphenols: 16 (14 - 212 mg/L)
• Alpha-tocopherol
• Minerals: copper, iron, calcium, cobalt, chromium and manganese
• Dietary Fiber: 7 grams / 100 grams
• Protein: amino acid profile similar to
• Low glycemic index
• Content per 100 grams of Acai:
  * Acid: 0.13%* Brix: 45.90 g* Protein: 6%* Fiber: 16.9g* Niacin: 0.40mg* Phosphorous: 58mg* Iran: 11.8mg* Vitamin B1: 0.36mg* Vitamin B2: 0.01mg* Calcium: 9mg* Vitamin C: 9mg
• Ph: 5.21* Calories: 247
• Contains Theobromine- acts as a bronchial dilator to help open air passage ways in the lungs. This increased air capacity helps in oxygen intake, which increases endurance, strength, and athletic performance.