Identification

The acai Brazilian berry grows on palm trees indigenous to the Amazon rainforest. The trees grow to 25 feet or more in height and the leaves can be as long as three feet. The berries are very dark in color with a single large seed and minimal pulp. The acai berry is about the same size as a blueberry.

Nutritional Profile

Acai berries are loaded with vitamins and minerals, antioxidants, fatty acids and fiber. Acai Brazilian berries are one of the richest sources of antioxidants, according to University of Florida News, and they have enough fiber to be used in a detox program.

Brazilian Acai vs. Other Acai

All acai berries come from the Amazon rainforests. There are no differences between the berries in acai products labeled "Brazilian" berries and other acai products. The word "Brazilian" may be added to product identification to add information or in an attempt by the manufacturer to appear more authentic. The way to ensure the quality of an acai product is to read the label to see if it is pure or diluted.

Acai Berries in Brazil

In the Amazon rainforest the berries are eaten fresh; they are also used to make juices or sauces to garnish other dishes.

Acai Berries Worldwide

Because acai berries rot soon after they are harvested, it is virtually impossible for anyone outside of the rainforest to eat them fresh. Therefore, the most common ways to get the health benefits of the acai Brazilian berry for the rest of us are as tablets, juice, extract or powder.

Source:

The Benefits of the Acai Berry

Brazilian Acai Berry Antioxidants Absorbed By Human Body

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Acai Berry Information Center

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