Acai Berry Juice Popularity

By Mark Berry

Acai berry juice has become very popular and is often added to other fruit juices to make a refreshing fruit drink. It appears the popularity of acai berry juice is not going away anytime soon. You will often find it talked about on TV talk shows and magazine ads.

Many people wonder why acai is so popular? Acai seems to have originated in the Amazon rain forest near or around Brazil due to the local tribes use of it over hundreds of years. Many people of brazil have been enjoying this popular fruit in acai bowls and many different beverages.

The fruit has a dark purple color and is about the size and shape of blueberries with one difference, the seed makes up the majority of the berry. The fruit and skin are often used for consumption. The seed is either discarded or ground up for livestock feed.

The acai berry is harvested from the palm and grows in bunches. The skin and flesh of the fruit is processed at the origin to preserve its qualities. The omega oils in acai will spoil if acai is not processed soon after harvest.

There are many nutrients found in the acai berry such as found in other fruits. Acai has antioxidants that may help protect against free radical damage. The best form of acai is acai berry juice or puree and it can be mixed with other juices to create and interesting flavor.

Acai is often used in other recipes or beverages. Acai make great smoothies and will mix well with juices such as grape and blueberry. Acai mixed with yogurt makes a refreshing treat.

Acai still continues to rise in popularity and it can be hard to find acai berry juice or puree unless you buy it online. What you should expect and look for is acai berry juice products that or organic, kosher and contain no fillers or extenders. You best bet is to buy your acai berry juice online. - 30241

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