Acai- (pronounced ah-sigh-ee) is the dark purple, nutrient-rich, fruit of a wild palm which grows abundantly in the rainforests of the Amazon. Acai- fruit are not technically berries but pitted fruit known as drupes. It is commonly pulped and consumed as a beverage which tastes like a lively blend of berries and chocolate. Acai- is loaded with purple pigment anthocyanins, a particular flavonoid known for its antioxidant capacity and ability to minimise the damage to cells from free radicals. It is these plant chemicals that give red wine grapes, pomegranates, and red and purple berries their colour.Acai- is rich in beneficial dietary fibres and omega fatty acids including Omega 3, Omega 6, and Omega 9. It also contains plant sterols, vitamins, minerals, and amino acids, which make it a popular dietary supplement. Suggested Use: 2-3 capsules per day before food, or as recommended by your practitioner. Ingredients: 500mg of Acai (Euterpe oleracea Mart.) extract (2:1) equivalent to 1000mg Acai fruit. Maltodextrin (from Corn). Capsule shell: Vegetable cellulose. Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.
