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Acai (ah-sigh-EE) berries are a grape-like fruit native to the rainforests of South America. They are harvested from acai palm trees. The fruits are about 1-2 cm in diameter and a deep purple color. The seed constitutes about 80% of the fruit. The taste of acai berries has been described as a blend of chocolate and berries, with a slight metallic aftertaste. This MNT Knowledge Center feature is part of a collection of articles on the health benefits of popular foods. It provides a nutritional breakdown of acai berries and an in-depth look at its possible health benefits, how to incorporate more acai berries into your diet and any potential health risks of consuming acai berries. Nutritional breakdown of acai berries Acai berries are rich in fatty acids and contain more antioxidants than other popular berries. According to a study analyzing acai composition in 2006, 100 grams of freeze-dried acai (fruit and skin) powder contains 534 calories, 52 grams of carbohydrate, 33 grams of total fat (74% of which is unsaturated fat) and 8 grams of protein. Acai berries are rich in fatty acids, especially oleic, palmitic and linoleic acids. Acai berries contain 19 amino acids, as well as several sterols, including campesterol, stigmasterol and beta-sitosterol. The phytochemicals in acai berries include mainly anthocyanins and proanthocyanidins. Acai berries contain more antioxidants than other commonly eaten berries. They also are high in fiber and heart-healthy fats. The antioxidant effects of acai berries have largely been attributed to phenolic compounds. Possible benefits of consuming acai berries Consuming fruits and vegetables of all kinds has long been associated with a reduced risk of many lifestyle-related health conditions. Many studies have suggested that increasing consumption of plant foods like acai berries decreases the risk of obesity, diabetes, heart disease and overall mortality while promoting a healthy complexion and hair, increased energy and an overall lower weight. Cognitive function Although age-related brain diseases such as Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson's disease have no cure, research suggests that diets rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory polyphenolic compounds may lower the risk of these diseases.1 Specifically, the antioxidant anthocyanin, abundant in acai berries, may lower oxidative stress and inflammation, promoting brain health. Anthocyanins also have been shown to enhance and improve memory. Anthocyanins are thought to work by inhibiting neuroinflammation, activating synaptic signaling and improving blood flow to the brain.2 Heart health Acai berries are available in several forms, including frozen, juice and powder. Anthocyanin consumption has strongly been linked to oxidative stress protection. One study found that regular consumption of anthocyanins can reduce the risk of heart attack by 32% in young and middle-aged women.3 The fiber and heart-healthy fats in acai also support heart health. Heart-healthy fats increase HDL ("good") cholesterol and decrease LDL ("bad") cholesterol. Several longitudinal studies have reported a significantly lower cardiovascular disease risk and all-cause mortality with high consumption of fiber.4 Fiber intake also reduces LDL cholesterol. Fiber intake is not only associated with a lower incidence of cardiovascular disease, but also a slower progression of the disease in high-risk individuals. Anticancerous properties Anthocyanins have been observed to engage in anticarcinogenic activities, although the exact mechanisms are unknown. Laboratory studies using a variety of cancer cells have indicated that anthocyanins: - Act as antioxidants - Activate detoxifying enzymes - Prevent cancer cell proliferation - Induce cancer cell death - Have anti-inflammatory effects - Inhibit some of the beginning of the formation of tumors - Prevent cancer cell invasion. These functions have been observed in multiple animal and culture studies.2 A study of 25 colorectal cancer patients given 0.5-2.0 g/day of anthocyanins for 7 days found improvement in several changes consistent with colorectal cancer chemoprevention. However, this study is limited due to the small sample size.2 How to incorporate more acai berries into your diet One way of incorporating more acai berries into your diet is to make a smoothie bowl. Acai can be purchased dried, frozen, as juice, as powder, in food products and in tablet form. Quick tips: - Purchase juices and smoothies with acai as an ingredient - Use frozen acai puree to make acai bowls - Add acai powder to oats, cereal or homemade granola bars. Or, try these healthy and delicious recipes developed by registered dietitians:Tropical acai bowl Acai berry bowl Acai magic shell How to make a smoothie bowl. Potential health risks of consuming acai berries It is the total diet or overall eating pattern that is most important in disease prevention and achieving good health. It is better to eat a diet with variety than to concentrate on individual foods as the key to good health. Experiments have been done using acai pulp as an oral contrast for gastrointestinal MRIs. Very large doses of acai might affect the results of MRI scans, so it is important to let your doctor know that you have been eating acai berries if you are scheduled for an MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) test.5 Some supplement companies have made claims that acai berry supplements will help with weight loss. According to the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health:6 "No independent studies have been published in peer-reviewed journals that substantiate claims that acai supplements alone promote rapid weight loss. Researchers who investigated the safety profile of an acai-fortified juice in animals observed that there were no body weight changes in rats given the juice compared with controls." Acai berries have not yet been studied extensively. The health claims surrounding acai are relatively new and more research is need to solidify these claims. As with any new or fad food, there could be risks that have not yet been reported.
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Sigurno ste u posljednje vrijeme na internetu vidjeli barem jednu zdjelicu voća s acai bobicama ili prahom, poznatije i kao acai bowls. Iako se trendovi u svijetu hrane često mijenjaju, acai bowl je već dulje vremena jedna od najpopularnijih ideja za doručak. Radi se jednostavno o smoothieju od acai bobica i različitog voća po vašem izboru, a možete im dodati i zob ili orašaste plodove. Iako izgledaju dobro i odličnog su okusa, acai bobice napravit će od vaše zdjelice jedan od najzdravijih doručaka na svijetu. U nastavku pročitajte zašto! Imaju efekte protiv starenja Acai bobice među odabranom su hranom koja ima najveći broj antioksidansa. Među njima je i elaginska kiselina koja može obrnuti ili usporiti neke od najčešćih procesa starenja. Jačaju imunološki sustav Uz antioksidanse poput elaginske kiseline acai bobice krcate su i vitaminom C, koji pomaže u borbi protiv virusa i prehlade. Neke studije su čak pokazale da acai bobice mogu spriječiti nastanak raka. Pomažu probavnom sustavu Acai bobice su bogate vlaknima koja pomažu u radu probavnog sustava. Dat će vam jako puno energije Smoothie s voćem i acai bobicama savršen je doručak a zbog svih vitamina i antioksidansa u acai bobicama dobit ćete porast energije koji nam je svima potreban ujutro. Efekti su dugotrajni stoga će vam acai bobice pomoći u borbi s umorom tijekom cijelog dana. Izvrsnog su okusa S acai bowl doručkom dobit ćete najbolje od oba svijeta – zdravlje i odličan okus. Budući da posebnog recepta nema možete jednostavno dodati voće koje najviše volite stoga je nemoguće da vam ovaj doručak ne bude ukusan! Jeste li se već okušali u pripremi acai bowl doručka? Podijelite u komentarima.