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Acai plant is actually a tree. This large wonder grows in one part of the world only, the Amazon rain forest. The Acai plant is indigenous to the Brazil and has been around for two millennia and has grown from there, however would die in other climates. The incredible plant grows up to 33 meters in height and each palm is around 3 meters in length. The acai berries that have become such a popular weight loss diet are small, about the size of a blue berry. These berries have a thick skin and are packed full of antioxidants. These antioxidants are what make this berry so special. They even have more than 33% antioxidants than a blue berry. The down fall to all this is that the acai berry spoils one day after being picked from the acai plant. Because of this, researchers have found a way to freeze dry the berry and make powders and extracts so people can get the full benefits and flavor of the acai berry around the world.

Acai berry is one of the hottest products on the market today, thanks in part to endorsements from celebrities like Oprah and Rachel Ray. Despite its booming popularity very few people actually know what the acai berry is or how it helps with health and weight loss. First of all, the acai berry has the highest concentrations of anti oxidants of any food in the entire world. Anti oxidants are important for preventing damage to the body on a cellular level. The acai berry is also chocked full of vitamins of all kinds, especially from the B vitamin group. Finally the Acai berry substantially increases metabolism and suppresses appetite, making it a great weight loss aid. The Acai palm grows in the rainforests of Brazil and until recently only the locals of this area knew the great benefits of using the acai berry. Commonly they mix acai berry paste with granola and other fruits to make a tasty and nutritious meal of acai berry.

Acai berry research has shown us a lot about how the acai berry and what kind of effect it has on your body. Through acai berry research we have seen that the acai has 33% more antioxidants than a red grape or a blue berry. This is very big considering both these were thought to be the highest levels of antioxidants. We have also found out that the acai berry increases energy levels, and immune systems. Acai berry research has shown scientists how this amazing super food will help fight off disease and infection as well as help people lose those unwanted pounds. Scientists are still doing research and finding out more and more, however, to date in doing acai berry research they have found lots.

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