Waxing Lyrical About Acai Foods

From time to time there comes a food that is so highly thought off the even the basic scientific methods of healthy skepticism are thrown out of the window. One such food is Acai. I have read of many incredible stories about this wonder food. I will try to give you some the details and then you can judge for yourselves.

According to them eating the acai berry is one of the most effective ways of keeping healthy. Acai is the latest super food to hit the market and everyone has probably seen it on TV or in magazines. Originating from the Amazon, it is credited with extraordinary benefits. Apparently the acai berry contains more antioxidants than any other food on the market. Antioxidants are useful for strengthening the immune system, improving skin or hair. They may also assist in combating certain types of cancers as well as improving general circulation. Consequently they are credited with being able to slow down the ageing process. I have to admit that I am rather skeptical because if that were possible the richest people would live for quite a long time but in fact people in the developed world face a lot of problems related to ageing.

Anyway according to the promoters of this berry, the benefits extend as far as dealing with digestion and heart problems. They claim that the acai berry will help with functions within the digestive tracts and is a great source of fiber. The acai fruit also helps to eliminate the risk of strokes and heart diseases according to those who support its use. It will also aide in lowing cholesterol. They then move to the conclusion that it also helps to control weight. The reason why I am skeptical is that the fruit seems to be doing so many things. The worry is that it is a mistress of many trades but a master of none. Surely one fruit cannot fully have all those extraordinary characteristics.

If one was to believe everything that was said, the acai berry is the ultimate in super foods. Apparently they improve heart health, improve the digestive system, aid in fighting off illnesses and cancers as well as assisting in the weight loss programs. Maybe I am being overly cautious but it all seems a bit too good to be true. I am not saying that the benefits are not there. It is just that I am yet to be convinced. Please share your thoughts on this.