Acai Berries For Health

Acai berries act as a powerful antioxidant. They grow in the Amazon and are said to be both antiviral and antiallergenic. They boost the immune system.

The benefits of this baby are really just coming to light. So don't feel silly if you've never heard of this one of our everyday ideas.

The fatty acids contained in this little food include oleic acid (a mono unsaturated omega 9 acid) and linoleic acid (a polyunsaturated omega 6). What's great about these fatty acids is they can help lower LDL-C. At the same time, they help maintain HDL-C levels.

Translation... these guys are supporting our cardiovascular system by helping to improve our cholesterol levels - both the good and the bad.

Another way acai berries reduce cholesterol is through the phytosterols they contain. These help block absorbtion of cholesterol in the intestines.

The omegas also help absorb fat soluble vitamins like A, E, D, & K. This is great because if you are taking vitamins they will be absorbed more fully which, of course, is the whole point in taking them, right?

Right?

The berries are also high in fiber helping the digestion process.

This fiber also helps keep blood sugar levels lower and prevents the sugar from being turned into body fat.

The combination of high fiber with the Omega 6 & 9 fats also works as an appetite suppressant.

Your body likes when you give it food that makes processing food easier.

Your body will be healthier.

Acai (like noni) has the ability to inhibit COX-2. Thus it can limit general inflammation.

This is great for those of us with arthritis.

What really gets exciting, though, is if you, say...

take the power of acai berries ...

and combine it with... healthy chocolate! The health benefits are sinergized.

You can find both in Xocai!

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