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
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I would like to say thanks to all of you for your honesty in this situation. I was ready to make the call and luckily found out from a friend who was getting the run around just like everyone else.
I believe we are doomed, the foods we eat are overprocessed and taking tons of supplements can't be good for us either.
I just wanted to say thanks to all for your information and thanks for sharing.
Latoya,
Which Winn Dixie in Jacksonville, FL did you find the product and in what section of the store...ThankS
I recieved the trial and didn't even know about the cancellation stipulations.
That is, until I recieved the bill for almost $60.
I kept the second bottle but called the hotline ASAP. The wait wasn't bad though. Someone picked up fairly quickly and I only had to reassure them twice that I didn't want to keep the subscription.
If I had realized the fine print, I would've been fine with the whole thing. But, I'm just glad it was taken care of easily.
No offense but if you read the terms and conditions on those websites offering the free trials they warn you about the automatic billing if you don't cancel within a certain amount of days.
LOL.. I am so glad that I read all of these terible things, because I was about to fall for it too! Thanks everybody for warning me about the stupid ass product scam..and these other people on here saying good things....It's a scam from the company...LOL
Boy, all it takes is for OPRAH to show it on her program and it's a winner. NOT!!! Someone needs to write/email her. She's not the be all/end all to everything good. Go to The Vitamin Shoppe or other health food store. You can always take it back for a refund/store credit if u don't like it.
I don't know if this product even works, but the Acai Berry Boom is a scam! Do not believe that you get a free 14 day trial. My free trial did not come for 2 weeks and by that time the company already charged me $60 for another bottle without notice! If you do get the 14-day trial make sure you cancel your membership before the 14 days are up because if not they'll keep charging you forever and they will not refund you the whole amount!
PUT YOUR PHONE ON SPEAKER BECAUSE IT DOES TAKE AT LEAST 45 MINUTES TO TALK TO SOMEONE. YES YOU WILL BE BILLED FOR THE TRIAL AND ANOTHER SHIPMENT BEFORE YOU KNOW WHAT'S HIT YOU. SOMEONE NEEDS TO FIGURE OUT HOW TO STOP THESE SCAM ARTISTS. ITS REDICULOUS. AN EXPENSIVE LESSON AND THEY WONDER WHY PEOPLE DON'T TRY TO IMPROVE THEIR HEALTH.
all you can do to stop them from collecting money from your account is to change your credit card or debit card, claim that your card was lost or stolen, i did this befor with something else, and it worked....
I was one of the stupid ones also. This is such a scam. I ordered the pills and the cleanser (which came free with the pills) . I was charged $88.62 and $78.84. A price for each bottle. I called them at 1-866-320-0038. I had to keep calling because sometimes i was disconnected, so i kept calling until i talked to a real person. They tell you that you have 15 days to cancel your order. I said that i didn't see that online when i put my order in for the free-trial. You really have to read the fine line i guess. I called this # and cancelled my order. Otherwise they will keep sending you the stupid pills that don'nt work every month and charge you. I learned my lesson. Go to GNC.
Like others, wish I had read this before I ordered my "free trial" It still has not arrived-I will call now to cancel-hopefully I will be able to reach them. Any recommendations on another brand?
People b patient, call the # it works, i ordered mine on wenesday, and called the following wenesday to tell them to cancel, even before i received my 14 day trial, that way you will still get your trial and if you don't like it you don't have to worry about them getting any money from your cc. So, when you call the # stay on the line, someone will answer eventually, i had to put my phone on speaker phone, to a point that i forgot who i was calling, that is how long you are on hold! anyway just wait...and you will get a live person.
they charged me 89 dollars for another trial. and now i got over drafts fees and i have been trying to call the number and cancel it and the number is disconnected. you cnat get a hold of no one. this stuff sucks.
Acai has powerful antioxidants, but its packed with calories. Selling Acai for weight loss makes no sense.
Acai has powerful antioxidants, but its packed with calories. Selling Acai for weight loss makes no sense.
I have tried acai, I didn't think it did all that much for me however i didn't take it as described maybe should have uped my dosage. I got this product 5 days after i ordered and was billed the 89.95 almost 3 days after i was irate!! I couldn't get a hold of anyone for weeks until yesterday i called and got ahold of someone almost immediatly SHOCKER. I cancelled! I would rather go to GNC for a weight loss supplement!
wish i had seen this website b4 ordering. i guess im juss another added to the list of being scammed. shouldve known better... but being that it was associated w/ oprah n the website was secure i thought id take a chance... looks like im juss gna call my CC and cancel this card b4 ne thing else gets charged to my account
I've read all the reviews and I'm really glad I did. I spent the time to read the terms on the website
for this product and the number I dialed worked (18773508480) and it also has an address listed so, if things go bad, I'll have an address. The terms did say after the 14 day trial, it would charge and continue charging $89.31 every 31 days unless canceled.
My plan after reading these reviews...
I'm just going to get a prepaid card for the amount of the free trial and if I like it, I'll add the $89.31 before the 31st day, if not, there won't be any money on it for them to take. Just to be safe, if I don't like the product, I may send them a certified letter canceling my order.
I'm going to try the free trial and hope I get it.
this is a scam i cancelled and they sytill tokk money out my account and my 14 day trial was really a five day ima call BBB on this company!!!!!!
Lordee, I wish I'd found this website BEFORE I ordered the two trial products; I haven't tried cancelling the orders yet and I'm just hoping I'll be one of the lucky ones who actually is able to connect with someone! Thanks to everyone for advice on where to get cheaper alternatives that work pretty much the same way!
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