Acai Berries

I recently watched a segment on Oprah about the benefits of Acai (ah-sah-ee) Berries. Acai berries originate in the Brazilian Rain forest. They are considered a SUPER FOOD and have been called by many as "the Miracle Berry". These little berries, which are about the size of blueberries, are full of antioxidants, amino acids, essential fatty acids such as Omega6 and Omega9, fibers, proteins, and Vitamins B, C & E all of which are vital to the human body. They also contain anthocyanins, this is the same compounds thought to contribute to the great benefits of red wine (Acai berries contain anywhere from 10-30 times more than red wine).

"A Brazilian berry popular in health food contains antioxidants that destroyed cultured human cancer cells in a recent University of Florida study, one of the first to investigate the fruit's purported benefits." -University of Florida News, January 2006. See Article

The Acai Berry boosts energy levels, increases immune system, detoxifies the body, rejuvenates the skin and more. Although I have yet to try these berries, I have read and heard great things about them. Acai Berry information can be found Here!