Dr. Christopher's Specialty
Acai Juice 32 oz.
Retail: 35.99
Description: Acai Berry Juice
Acai berry is a small berry 2 cm in diameter, which turns to be one of the most nutritious and powerful foods in the whole world! Acai (ah-sigh-ee) juice is made out of the high-energy berry that grows on a special Amazon palm tree. With all the drive that surrounds Acai, it is hard to believe that this little berry can be the worlds greatest superfood found in America. However, the nutritional profile and health benefits of Acai demonstrate why it may be one of the best fruits in the world.
Healthy Facts
Ultimate Source of Antioxidants
Acai juice is an excellent source for anthocyaninspotent antioxidants that help our body fight and neutralize harmful free radicals. Therefore, Acai juice have possible antioxidant activity that can prevent aging processes and diseases. Several studies show that anthycyanins in Acai juice help prevent heart disease and have even greater effects than red wine due to a higher level of anthycyanins.
Rich in Omega Fatty Acids
The Acai juice is very rich in omega fatty acids, especially monounsaturated oleic acid, which penetrates the cell membranes making them more supple. Omega-3 fatty acids are particularly important for their protective effect on brain function as well as its role in reducing the risk of heart disease. Omega fats have also demonstrated their ability to lower the risk of inflammatory states and chronic diseases such as heart disease, arthritis, and cancer. With nearly 50% of unsaturated omega fats composition, the Acai juice helps reduce fatigue, improves memory, dry skin, fights depression and helps improve blood circulation.
Rich in Protein and Amino Acids
About 8 % of the Acai weight comes from amino acids. Researchers found that the Acai juice includes 19 different amino acids, essential for building blocks of protein. This not only helps regenerate muscles, but provides a significant boost of stamina and endurance levels.
Excellent Source of Plant Sterols
The Acai juice contains 3 plant sterols, or phytosterols, namely : campesterol, B-sitosterol, and sigmasterol. In numerous studies, phytosterols have demonstrated their health benefits for lowering cholesterol levels and maintaining healthy heart as well as digestive function. In addition, phytosterols in the Acai juice have a potent ability to prevent cancer and enhance the immune system, although more research is required to support these benefits.
Good Source of Vitamins and Minerals
Acai juice is a good source of such vitamins as vitamin A, vitamins B1, B2, B3, vitamin C and vitamin E. In fact, the Acai juice contains the same amount of Vitamin C as blueberries and has more Vitamin A than carrot. In addition, the juice is also rich in calcium, magnesium, potassium, zinc and copper.
Good Source of Fiber
Acai berry is a good source of fiber that may help treat or prevent such digestive conditions as constipation, hemorrhoids, and diverticulosis. In fact, in each 100 grams of dried Acai berry one can find about 14 grams of fiber.
Delicious Flavor
Apart from its numerous health benefits, the Acai juice has a truly unique and very delicious taste. Its flavor combines the taste of a berry and chocolate, that is why the berry itself is widely used as a flavoring agent. It is also a popular sweetener that is used in sorbet and ice cream. The Acai juice can also mix well with a number of other juices such as peach, apple, apricot, orange, grape, or any other beverage to make you feel cool, refreshened and invigorated.
Acai Juice Health Benefits
Acai has numerious health benefits and with just a single glass of Acai berry juice, your body will get more antioxidants than with berries like red grapes, blueberry, or cranberry. In fact, several studies concluded that the Acai juice has 10 to 30 times (!) the amount of antioxidants as red wine has. The Acai juice is a rich source of anthocyanins, phytosterols, and flavanoids, a unique combination of which provides a good source of important antioxidants, helping the body in numerous ways. The body is protected against aging processes and disease and this protection is derived from the nature itself. Centuries-long experience shows that Acai juice makes people feel more energetic and vigorous, as well as helps keep the body and mind healthy and sound.
Acai Juice Improves Metabolism
Omega fatty acids, found in Acai juice, are proved to speed up the bodys metabolism. With the increase of metabolism, body can burn more fat. This is one of the reasons, why Acai berry products are so popular in weight loss programs.
Acai Juice Helps Improve An Overall Well Being
Being a rich source of antioxidants, omega 3, 6, and 9, as well as one of the most complete source of vitamins and minerals, the Acai juice benefits in many ways. Not only it nourishes the body, helps metabolism, and improves cell membranes, but also slows down aging process and reduces the risks of such diseases as heart diseases, arthritis, and cancer. It helps reduce blood cholesterol levels and rejuvenate the mind.
In addition to the above mentioned benefits, the Acai juice can help:
Support the immune system
Maintain the healthy bodys function
Improve mental clarity
Increase energy levels and stamina
Combat premature aging
Improve sexual function
Promote healthy skin and hair
Act as a powerful anti-inflammatory agent
Reduce pain and soreness
Promote healthy sleep
Restore brain activity and rejuvenate body and mind
Historical Facts
For many centuries, the healing power of Acai berry and its juice were unknown to people outside of the Amazon rainforest. Indigenous people of the region used Acai for healing purposes, to support the immune system and an overall well being. Today, these wonderful health properties of the Acai fruit are open to the rest of the world and are rapidly gaining popularity in the todays healing medicine.
For many centuries, the oil derived from the Acai fruit was used by Brazilian healers to treat digestive problems like diarrhea and constipation. For skin ulcers, they used grated berry rind. The crushed Acai seed was used for healing fever conditions.
As a rich source of phytochemicals, the Acai juice has powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits. Besides, several studies proved its effectiveness in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases, and at least one study shows the benefits of Acai berry for cancer treatment.
Traditionally, Acai berry juice had been used for the following purposes:
Immune system boost
Improved digestion
Lowered cholesterol levels
Antioxidant and anti-aging agent
Maintained and increased energy level
Improved libido
Improved blood circulation
Softened dry skin and healed skin diseases
Dr. Christopher Acai Berry Blend Juice
In addition to the powerful benefits of the Acai juice, Dr. Christopher Acai Berry Blend Juice includes such nutrient agents as pomegranate, blueberry, and raspberry juice concentrates. Each ingredient enhances the power of the Acai berry juice and adds to the numerous health benefits of the juice blend.
Pomegranate Juice Benefits
Pomegranate juice health benefits include the following:
Helps fight against breast cancer
Prevents lung cancer
Protects brain cells
Prevents arthritis
Protects arteries and maintain a healthy heart
Prevents Alzheimer's disease
Maintains healthy cholesterol levels
Helps maintain healthy blood pressure
Reduces the symptoms commonly associated with menopause
Prevents dental plaque
Blueberry Juice Benefits
Blueberry is commonly used for these health benefits:
Boosts immune system
Neutralized free radicals and slow down the aging process
Fights against bacteria and prevents infections
Prevents cardiovascular disease and metabolic syndrome
Promote urinary tract health
Slows down visual loss and helps prevent cataract, myopia, macular degeneration, dryness and eye infections
Supports brain cells and prevents neurotic disorders
Helps prevent heart disease
Improves the digestive system
Helps prevent colon and liver cancer
Acts as a good mood modulator and anti-depressant
Raspberry Juice Benefits
Health benefits of the raspberry juice include:
Good source of phytonutrients with powerful antioxidant activity
Helps prevent aging of the body
Prevents unwanted damage to cell membranes
Possesses antimicrobial properties and prevents the growth of certain bacteria and fungi in the body
Helps prevent colon cancer
Helps normalize blood sugar levels
Promotes optimal health
Protects against macular degeneration and vision loss
Ingredients: Reconstituted Acai Juice from Whole Euterpe Oleracea fruit, Pure Water, Juice Concentrates from Pomegranate, Blueberry, Raspberry, Citric Acid, Natural Flavors, Potassium Sorbate as an Oxidation Inhibitor.
Ailments traditionally used for: Fatigue, Immune Function, Infection, Lack of Energy, Lethargy, Skin Problems, Tiredness
Directions: Shake well before using. Take 1 to 3 oz. daily preferably in the morning. Refrigerate after opening.