WHY AÇAÍ? 

It’s no wonder açaí  is touted by doctors, health experts, fitness gurus, and now celebrities as a great source of vitamins and nutrients.  “Studies have shown that this little berry is one of the most nutritious and powerful foods in the world!”* 

Both Oprah and Dr. Nicholas Perricone, a best-selling author and one of the country’s top dermatologists, declare açaí as #1 of the “Top Ten Superfoods” for staying young and healthy. Dr. Perricone specifically recommends açaí pulp (the principal ingredient in our AçaiTwist™)  vs. ready-to-drink sweetened beverages, as it contains:
 

§      “A remarkable concentration of antioxidants that help combat premature aging, with 10 times more antioxidants than red grapes and 10 - 30 times the anthocyanins of red wine.

§      A synergy of monounsaturated (healthy) fats [Omega-3, Omega-6 and Omega-9], dietary fiber, and phytosterols, to help promote cardiovascular system and digestive tract health.

§      An almost perfect essential amino acid complex in conjunction with valuable trace minerals, vital to muscles.”*  To top it off, açaí is also a great source of calcium, vitamin E and iron.  Sports Illustrated for Women calls it “the best fruit you’ve never heard of,” and Vogue declares açaí smoothies to be “the next big workout cocktail.”  

With all its healthful properties, açaí can improve cardiovascular health, promote a healthy digestive system, reduce cholesterol, increase brain function, decrease the risk of cancer and diminish the signs of aging.

 Superfood?  We’d certainly say so!

 *Source:  Perricone, Nicholas, M.D.  The Perricone Promise, Warner Books, 2004

 "Best fruit you've never heard of"

- Sports Illustrated for Women

"It seems there's no end to this miracle fruit's health benefits."    

-Health Sciences Institute