If You’re Looking to Be Merry? Why Not Try an Acai Berry!

If you’re a fan of berries, I’m sure you’ve heard a thing or two about the acai berry and all it has to offer. I’ve yet to find it in any of the local markets near me, but I felt the need to post about why I’d love to have it be a part of my healthy eating. I can’t see this not tasting good because I’ve had the naturally-made drink version, without any added flavors or sugars, and I couldn’t keep the can down; it was literally gone in one sip and I didn’t even think of coming up for a single breath. The unique berry flavor had me wanting to try out the acai berry in its natural form, as soon as humanely possible; until that day comes around, I’m content settling for the tasty drink alternative.

The other thing that I’ve found quite comical about the acai berry, and I’m sure you have as well, is the different interpretations on how to pronounce it properly. The way I’ve been saying it is something along the lines of Ah-Key, and I’ve known for a while that I’m most likely dead wrong with my attempt. Another name I continue to hear, and I’m thinking this is the proper way of saying it, is something like, Ah-sigh. For some strange reason, I always settle for the former, but I must say, I’m trying to change that lol, because it took me a lifetime to say Quinoa the correct way)

Have you run into different, and funny, ways of pronouncing this wonder of a berry, or do you incorporate it into your meals???? Please let me know

Now, it’s time for some reasons why you might want to include this wonder of berry in your meals and life:

Acai Berry Benefits Skin and Aid in Weight Loss

■Many people suffer from drying and aging skin, something that the Acai berry benefits goes to work on reducing. The main reason that the skin tends to dry and age is because of a reduction of blood flow to the skin, and that reduction of blood flowing to the skin causes the skin to receive less of the vital nutrients needed to keep it young. The Acai berry benefits can help the blood flow to the skin to improve, as well as infuse the skin with vital nutrients that it needs to keep it looking young and fresh.

■Your heart is one of the most important organs in your body, and you need to take good care of it. Taking advantage of the Acai berry benefits in any form can help to keep your heart functioning at proper levels, as well as reducing the risk of heart disease. The Acai berry is full of vital nutrients needed by your heart to keep working at optimum levels.

■There are many harmful toxins in your body aside from the ones that cause your body to store fat, and it is vital to get rid of these toxins. The Acai berry benefits have a number of properties that help your body to get rid of these toxins, and you can see your overall health improve by taking Acai berries or supplements.

■Acai berries help to combat the effects of aging all over the body. As you get older, your body begins to oxidize. Acai berries are one of the best sources of antioxidants, and you can ensure that you remain younger and healthier by consuming large amounts of the natural source of antioxidants.

■The amount of energy that many people have tends to be low, thanks mainly to the lack of nutrients in the body. Stress, pressure, overwork, and environmental factors all contribute to the lack of energy, something that many people try to combat with artificial stimulants. Rather than trying Red Bull or a shot of adrenaline, try the Acai berry benefits to revitalize you and give you more energy.  Acai berry benefits include increasing your metabolism, which burns fat around your body more effectively in order to give your body more energy.

***All references came from the article from Mcclain, Tom; 08/02/11, from http://www.healthierpost.com/acai-berry-benefits/*****