Benefits of an açaí bowl

Açai berries are very high in antioxidants and can reduce the amount of bad cholesterol in your blood. The berries are also great for strengthening the immune system and getting rid of free radicals when used within a day after cutting. Some studies have shown that the Açai berry is good for the heart muscles as well. 

An indigenous berry from the amazon rainforest in Brazil, it is always best to eat these berries organic when possible and without heaps of sugar. Here are 12 health benefits that studies have shown the açai berry may provide.

Reduces bad cholesterol

Açai contains two essential fatty acids known as omega-6 and omega-9. Studies show that these two acids play an important part in not only maintaining cholesterol levels but actually reducing them too.

Good for diabetics

Açai has a low score on the glycemic index, which is good news for people with diabetes. It also has low lipid levels. An açai juice can be a healthy option to maintain steady glucose levels.

Gives you healthy skin

Açai has extremely high antioxidant levels, making it great for overall skin care. The oil extract from açai can be used on the skin to cleanse and moisturize as an alternative to chemical products.

Improves immune system

Studies have shown that certain compounds in açai, namely the polyphenolic compound, can help to reduce the development of malfunctioning cells by 86%.

Anti aging effects

Another benefit of açai’s high antioxidant content is the effect this has on aging. One small açai berry is full of antioxidants, twice as many as the blueberry, another superfood, and 10 times as many as a grape. Açai is also rich in several phytochemical forms that have been linked to slowing down the signs of aging and even reversing them in some cases.

Tons of more reasons to get some açai in your day to day diet.