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Acai

An organic super food from Brazil packing a healthy dose of nutrients.


BACKGROUND

Just the mention of a product coming from the Amazon has the overtones of possessing mysterious health benefits. Acai (pronounced ah-sigh-ee) is the high-energy berry of a special Amazon palm tree. Its nutritional benefits are so powerful, Dr. Nicholas Perricone lists it as one of his top 10 Super Foods at Oprah's Web site.

Studies have shown that the Acai berry is one of the more nutritious and powerful foods on the planet. Harvested in the rainforests of Brazil, Acai tastes like a mix of berries and chocolate. Hidden within its purple pigment is what makes it the perfect energy fruit. Acai is packed full of antioxidants, amino acids and essential fatty acids. You probably won't find it in your local supermarket, but you may have better luck at health food stores, or from the many products springing up online.

The benefits of Acai are purported to be good for detoxing and maintaining optimal health for balancing your pH level. Proper pH balance is vital to our immune health and for disease prevention and correction. Other benefits you'll enjoy:

  • Acai has a high concentration of antioxidants that combat premature aging. It has 10 times the antioxidants that red grapes have, and as much as 30 times the anthocyanins of red wine. Anthocyanins may have antioxidant effects, possibly fighting cancer, diabetes, and bacterial infections, to name a few.
  • Healthy monounsaturated fats, dietary fiber and phytosterols together help promote cardiovascular and digestive health.
  • An amino acid complex in conjunction with valuable trace minerals, help with muscular health.

PRO
  • Research concludes that there appear to be significant benefits to Acai
  • On Dr. Perricone's list of Super Foods
  • Natural ingredients have disease-fighting qualities
  • Increases energy
  • Offers antioxidants and amino acids
  • Good source of fiber
  • Organic products available
  • Many juices and other products available in major grocers
CON
  • Like other exotic products, Acai can be pricey
  • Many imposters
INGREDIENTS

Each Acai product will vary in its ingredients. Be sure to look for Acai products that are all-natural, and do not include a long list of other ingredients. Acai in its purest form is most effective.

Acai comes in many forms, including the whole berry, juices, powders, capsules and pills, food items and more.

EXERCISE

Like any weight loss product, you should commit to a consistent exercise regimen. Be sure to look for Acai products that support a balanced and active lifestyle.

CONCLUSION

Exotic health foods, like the Acai berry, can provide untapped health benefits, if you can afford it. For whatever reason, these organic products are often on the steep side. But what else is more important than your health? If you can find room in your budget, a product like Acai is worth exploring.

Common Misspellings

Asai, Akai, Ackai, Acia, Acai Berry, Acaiberry, Acai Deit


Related Diets: Acai Berry Blast, Acai Berry Boom, Acai Berry Power 500, Acai Berry Supreme, Acai Berry Wonder, Acai Burn for Men, Acai Green Tea Fusion, Acai Slim, Acai-aSlim, Extreme Acai Berry, Extreme Acai Pom, MonaVie, Vital Acai, Viva Acai, Acai Easy Drink Pack, Acai Roots, Sambazon Acai


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Sharon

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I ordered trials from 2 different companies,due to the fact the first one never came,then the second one never came.I cancelled my debit card so no more charges could be made and when I try to call customer service both companies have same support number with no answer.I just went to GNC and bought it for $35 for a month supply and if it doesn't work I can take it back. posted Dec 9th, 2008 11:45 am


BRI

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they took £62 from my account for no reason without my authority and i want my money back posted Dec 9th, 2008 9:21 am


brittany

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well i didnt order this of this web site but DEFINENTLY BE AWARE of not just this website but others as well they are complete scams....i ordered the whole free trial for 14 days on december 8 at 5:05 pm at 5:07 i realized hell no so i called to cancel and these dumb reps were trying to say theres nothing they could do about it thats bull theresalways something you can do if somebody dont want to by the product they could even contact your credit card company or bank and confirm with them not to post the charges....they just be trying to get over ....pump fakers i rather work out for free and hell you never know what the hell you putting into your body the could probably kill you real talk
posted Dec 9th, 2008 2:38 am


rain

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it is since a week iam taking acai pure.it tastes good to me but there are no changes till now.hope it works soon. posted Dec 8th, 2008 9:02 pm


Ilyzium

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My question is lets say once you stop taking the Acai product but you're still exercising and eating healthy, do the lost lbs stay off or is it like taking an ephedra type product where you regain them back? I think someone once mentioned that because it is all natural, whatever you lose, you lose? posted Dec 8th, 2008 1:30 pm


Mattq

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I have seen a ton of the Scam issues with auto charges and I found a way around that. Download the Paypal plug-in from Paypal.com. You will need a paypal account, but this tool allows you to generate a secure Charge card for ONE time uses only. So the companies CANNOT charge for more than the shipping. Nice safe way to actually try something without being hosed. posted Dec 7th, 2008 8:32 pm


Mattq

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I have seen a ton of the Scam issues with auto charges and I found a way around that. Download the Paypal plug-in from Paypal.com. You will need a paypal account, but this tool allows you to generate a secure Charge card for ONE time uses only. So the companies CANNOT charge for more than the shipping. Nice safe way to actually try something without being hosed. posted Dec 7th, 2008 11:42 am


Sarah

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I stupidly did the "free trial" that charged $90 dollars later... but I quickly found out and canceled after only one charge. But I must say, the darn things worked! I will def go to an organic store next time to purchase. posted Dec 7th, 2008 11:06 am


Jessie

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I personalty liked using the acai berry system I found on this site

I think for the most part they are mostly the same and I would not be surprised to learn one day they are all made from the same company either.

Like everything, you just have to do a trail and error with the different products. I used the Vital Acai product to drop some weight fast and am now using MonaVie daily.

So far so good! posted Dec 6th, 2008 1:45 pm


JASZ

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I am soooooo grateful that I read these reviews I would rather take my risk at walmart
thanks everyone posted Dec 6th, 2008 8:05 am


eve

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i DON'T BELIEVE IT'S A SCAM BUT GUYSS!!! DON'T ORDER FROM THEM ANYMORE BECAUSE THEY ARE ALL EXTRACT. . GET 100% ORGANIC ACAI BERRY INSTEAD. I GET THE SAMBAZON BRAND AND DYNAMIC HEALTH JUICE BLEND AT IHERB. GREAT PRODUCT AT A GREAT PRICE(LESS THAN $20) POTENCY IS MUCH HIGHER THAN OTHER BRANDS. USE COUPON VEL819 TO GET $5 OFF( FIRST TIME CUSTOMER ONLY). posted Dec 5th, 2008 10:14 pm


Alfie Wace

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I ordered 100% pure berry juice from another site (email me and I will tell you) and it was pricy, and a tad bitter, but the results were almost immediate as far as my energy level. Next comes the weight loss.



Alfie

posted Dec 5th, 2008 7:08 pm


donna

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I started the Acai concentrated. I drink a minimum of three shots a day. First shot on an empty stomach. I am feeling a little jittery and I feel my appetite is suppressed. I am waiting for a few more weeks to see if I am losing weight. I think I will. I'm eating less. posted Dec 5th, 2008 12:45 pm


donna

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I started the Acai concentrated. I drink a minimum of three shots a day. First shot on an empty stomach. I am feeling a little jittery and I feel my appetite is suppressed. I am waiting for a few more weeks to see if I am losing weight. I think I will. I'm eating less. posted Dec 5th, 2008 12:45 pm


jitterball

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so far all that i have heard about it seems like it works well, so i think i will try it. i'm more concerned about the health benefits than losing weight but that's always a plus too! i'm just wondering about lasting affects. has anyone been on it for a long period of time and noticed any complications? also, if you stop taking it as consistently as you had previously are there any side affects?
oh and thank you for the warning, i definately will go to a store to purchase these products posted Dec 4th, 2008 11:43 pm


Nanc

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hey Felicia be careful with the WUYI tea..they charge the same way when ordering...I received my first package..and within 7 days received another box...took awhile but they did finally cancel and credit my card..but there were other little items theycharged me with also..so be carefull..I agree go to a health store and get your products posted Dec 4th, 2008 9:26 pm


michelle

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i just purchased the acai berry free bottle for 5.95 and i am tring to cancel by the number will not go through i read all about it and found the web off fox 25 news in boston i just can beleive these people can get away with taking your money if you dont want to continue to use there product anymore posted Dec 4th, 2008 12:14 pm


wandering traveler

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Yes don’t believe in free trial. if there are free trial they usually charge you for that after 14 days.

read this acai berry select review
http://www.yourbestweightlosspills.com/AcaiBerrySelectReview.php

It is my site that promote acai berry brand too but not like other reviewer i too concern about the scams.

I think this Acai Berry Select is more honest than other Acai berry brand in :
1. they don’t offer free trial but they do offer extra bottles for 3 month supply of acai berry.

2.They have better information in their website than other Acai Berry Site, you can compare them if you like. In term and condition there are more info such as herbal safety guideline. (And i don’t see scam in this term and condition unlike other acai berry site that would say after 14 days they would charge $84, or $40)

3. The Acai Berry Select site don’t force you to buy their product. In other site when you want to get out, they usually called you in a pop up screen saying they have a discount of $3 dollar or more. I think this kind of marketing is kind of irritating don’t you think??

This is not a spam or anything, just to let everyone know to choose the better Acai berry product posted Dec 4th, 2008 10:09 am


Vicki

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I haven't started taking the pills yet, but I agree with many of the other reviews. It took WELL OVER the 10 Days to reach me and yes, my credit card has been charged the $80+.
Has anyone had success in getting this refunded? posted Dec 3rd, 2008 8:24 pm


chris

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I just bought a bottle from an herbal store. The only thing is that it does not seem to suppress my appetite. Does anyone know where to buy another brand that will suppress your appetite?
Otherwise, It seems to be working... posted Dec 3rd, 2008 2:41 pm



 

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