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In the heart of the Amazon Forest of Brazil an amazing berry was discovered that could well be the epitome of the fountain of youth - the Acai Berry. The natives that are consuming 3 servings of this berry a day, on average look younger than their age and they have none of the health problems that plague us as average human beings. There is no cancer, no strokes, no heart problems, no age related health problems and they even seem to have less wrinkles! Research has proven that eating high amounts of Acai berry can even slow down aging because of the fact that the high antioxidant content in the berry prevents necrosis in the body. Consumption of the Acai berry can prevent and in some cases even cure almost all non-genetic diseases. The super concentration of antioxidants in the berry helps to boost the immune system and thereby prevents diseases from taking hold. What properties do the Acai Berry have? *The protein profile of an egg *All Essential fatty acids (omega 3, 6,and 9) similar to olive oil *A leading source of Anthocyanins, often reported as 3 times that of the protective potential of red wine. One of the many attributes of anthocyanins is its anti-inflammatory qualities. *A low glycemic index. Helpful to Diabetics *High Fiber content *More than 16 phytonutrients and antioxidants *Copius amount soft trace (i.e. Co, V+Cr, CU, MO) and macro minerals (i.e. Ca, Fe) *Packed with vitamins including natural vitamin E (mixed tocoperols and tocotrinols) *An excellent source of plant sterols, particularly *Beta-sitosterol which the FDA has declared is the best knows substance to aid in lowering your cholesterol. The Acai has every single essential nutrient humans require, which is very rare in a single food source. The berry contains everything that a human needs to survive, so in effect one could live off the berry alone. What exactly does Acai have larger than normal amounts of? *Many different Anitoxident compounds, especially Anthocyanins *Many different Phytonutrient compounds, *Essential Fatty Acids (Omegas 3, 6 and 9) *Amino Acids *Vitamins C, E and many others *Complex carbohydrates *Dietary Fiber *Trace Minerals *And even Protein! The berry has far more nutrients and antioxidants than humans could ever have imagined. The Acai Berry can greatly help people who suffer from heart disease, arthritis, rheumatism and other like diseases get relief from their symptoms. Taken regularly, the berry can in most cases prevent people from getting ill and it assists in keeping your body younger than its real age.