You may have heard about the up-and-coming superfruit called acai. But what does that mean? And what in the world is a superfruit? Read below to learn what acai is and why it’s so good for you.
Straight from the Amazon
Acai is a fruit that resembles a blueberry. It is native to Brazil and primarily grown in or around the Amazon rainforest. Though they’re a staple in South America, this fruit is gaining traction around the globe– rising in popularity all over the world! They are known for their dark purple skin and rich flavor. They are commonly found in smoothie bowls, smoothies, or in different flavor packs across a variety of categories. Here at Acai Freeze, we are unique because we offer it in a popsicle form. Acai’s taste has been compared to a mixed berry blend, but with slight hints of chocolate.
In the United States, acai is almost solely consumed frozen. This is due to the fact that since it only grows in the Amazon, acai berries are rarely able to stay fresh by the time they reach North America, unless they’re frozen for shipping! But if you take a trip down to the Brazilian state of Pará, you’ll find yourself surrounded by 100 ft tall trees, filled with fresh berries. Wild acai trees are the most fruitful, and this is the place to find them. The acai will even be fresh!
Nutrient-Dense
Acai berries have a very unique list of offerings, even for a fruit. The berries are high in fat, but low in sugar. The real benefits are in the nutrients, though. This fruit contains loads of trace minerals, including but not limited to chromium, copper, iron, zinc, magnesium, manganese, potassium, and phosphate. Each of these have their own specific positive attributes than have been linked in various studies that benefit overall physical, mental, and emotional health. Acai is also known for being a mood stabilizer that makes you naturally more happy.
However, the most powerful element is the anthocyanin. This is what gives the berry its dark purple color and holds the most nutrients. It also acts as a very strong antioxidant in the body. Antioxidants are beneficial because they eliminate the damaging effects of toxins and free radicals in the body. If those toxins are not neutralized by antioxidants, they can damage cells in the body. This has potential to lead to a variety of further diseases including diabetes and some types of cancer. Eat your acai, folks!!
How to Try Acai
If this delicious and nutritious berry sounds perfect for you, we have a way for you to try it! Our company named itself after our bestselling product, the acai freeze. This is an easy to eat on the go, refreshing popsicle. And you can get it here! The freeze is made entirely of nutrient-dense acai and contains no added flavors or sugars. Dairy free, gluten free, vegan/vegetarian friendly, etc. Just pure fruit in popsicle form. Try our bestseller today and reap the benefits of this fruit for yourself.