What is Acai Berry?
In the America, there’s a new emerging term “what is Acai Berry” in all states. Though it has been a part of regular food intake in different parts of world notably the Brazil but In US it has got trend now as food item to be used in general. It has a larger seed inside and endocarp has a pulp of near about 80%, while its exocarp turns very early in the darker shade. Basically Acai berry is a fruit that has many similarities with grape in structure and nutrients. The difference lies in its deep purple color and smaller pulp. It has many uses and benefits as a nutritious source of food. Evidence supports that 100 grams of Acai Berry usually contains 52,2g of Carbohydrates, 8.1% of amino acids, more than 30g of fat and also near about half percentage of fiber. Further it can be used in different forms as like other fruits. It is eatable and can be used to take out juice. Many dishes become extremely delicious with its addition.
It is notable to know that Acai berry is known to have curative and physical benefits as well. In different physical diseases it serves as a preventive measure to high chronic states. Most often referred by doctors in Cancer, Gastrointestinal issues, general fatigue and weakness, blood pressure and much else. According to recent medical research, Acai Berry is also rich in biochemical components that are necessary for proper human growth as oleic acid, palmitic acid and linoleic acid, are found in it in rich amounts that usually serve as antioxidants. It is now highly recommended to take it on daily basis as it is very helpful in elevating energy level.
Now on commercial basis due to its high increasing demand many companies are selling its juice and drinks. It’s so delicious but it does not mean that you can pluck it and start eating but like many other fruits it takes time to get processed and eatable. One basic pitfall about Acai berry is that it starts deteriorating very early. So because of this fact now its nutritious values are preserved in the form of juices and drinks so that one can benefit from it for a longer period of time. Though it’s a new fruit in the market but it has earned extreme popularity in a very short time period.
February 01 2009 08:36 pm | Acai Berry