Acai just seems to be the latest craze in the diet and health market.  People are always searching for the newest weight loss miracle.

The Acai berry only grows on one species of palm tree which grows in the flood plains and swamps of both Central and South America regions. This berry has exceptional antioxidant properties which are far superior to that of other berries throughout the world today. The locals in the region have long harvested the Acai berries since they quickly turn rotten after they are picked.

The Acai berry has a deep, rich color and is rich in polyphenols which have known for high antioxidant properties. Scientific and medical research has proven that the darker color to a berry means it has more powerful antioxidant properties.

There are claims all over the internet about its weight loss, cure all effects.  The Acai berry has a number of important and essential vitamins, minerals, proteins and fatty acids which help to improve a person's health condition. The berry is also a rich source of antioxidants with nearly ten times that of a red grape and double the amount found in a blueberry.

Research has found Acai can help with your digestive system, and can help boost your immune system it has not been proven as a weight loss aid or to cure any disease.

Research does prove there are many highlights to adding this little gem of a fruit to your diet, however this does not mean you can slack off in your diet and exercise program, you must continue to eat healthy and exercise.  The Acai berry is merely a source to help improve the strength of your body when it comes to fighting diseases.  You can find Acai berry products in most stores, but you should make sure you choose one that has been manufactured through traditional packing methods otherwise most of the nutrients will have been lost during transport.

 So among all the hype this proves not to be the "magic" bullet to weight loss and health we are all looking for.  The only way is the tried and true eat right, exercise, calories in, calories out.

Happy Workout!

by Rebecca Gold, CPT www.purefitnonline.com