- Certified Organic by A Bee Organic
- Suitable for Vegetarians
- Suitable for Vegans
- Non-GMO
About the product:
- ✔️ANTIOXIDANT COCKTAIL: Organic Acai from Food To Live is one of the richest antioxidant sources you can find.
- ✔️BEST SOURCE OF FIBER: Acai berries contain over 26g of fiber in 50g of berry pulp. They are great for weight management.
- ✔️PERFECT HEALTHY BREAKFAST: Start your day with a bowl of organic acai puree or an acai smoothie with frozen fruits.
- ✔️CERTIFIED ORGANIC PRODUCT: Food To Live Organic Acai is 100% pure and free from any additives, toxins, and caffeine.
- ✔️SOURCE OF DELICIOUS TEA: Enjoy acai berry tea whenever you want a boost of antioxidants to stimulate your metabolism.
Product description:
Where Do Acai Berries Come From?
Organic acai berries come to us from exotic Brazil. Many people are surprised to learn that acai is actually a palm fruit. The berries grow akin to grapes, albeit on slender palm trees. Organic acai fruits are considered ‘drupes’ and have large inedible seeds.
For millennia, the people of South America have been using acai berries as herbal remedies. There is a variety of recipes that the local healers use to this day. However, now acai berries are getting known all over the world as the outstanding superfood they are. This fruit is literally packed with antioxidants and can be extremely good for the body when eaten in moderation.
Food To Live Organic Acai: Healthy Nutrient Cocktail
Organic Acai from Food To Live is a product that allows you to enjoy the maximum of acai berry benefits. We process the fruit quickly and efficiently to ensure it retains as many nutrients as possible.
It’s true that fresh acai berries have a much higher content of nutrients and antioxidants. However, these berries don’t keep well, so they must be consumed or processed immediately after harvesting. Therefore, the only way for Americans to enjoy the benefits of organic acai is to indulge in one of its processed version.
There are also acai berry supplements today, but there can be no arguing the fact that pure Organic Acai is always the healthier option. When buying acai berries from Food To Live, you can be 100% sure that you get a product with no harmful additives and GMO.
Are Organic Acai Berries Safe?
Organic acai berries are considered safe for any diet. In fact, they are particularly good for vegans, athletes, and those who seek to manage their weight. Allergies to acai berries are rare.
Acai berries are extremely potent as a superfood, so you should only eat them in small amounts. 1-2 spoonfuls of dried organic acai in your daily smoothie will be enough to provide you the benefits of this food.
Note that acai berries don’t contain caffeine or any other stimulants.
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Organic Acai Berry Nutrition: Antioxidant Boost
Organic acai berries have one of the highest antioxidant contents among fruits. They aren’t very high in calories, which makes them an even better addition to your meal plan. Fresh acai berries will have about 247 calories in a 3.5 oz. serving.
Dried fruit will have about double that because dehydration reduces weight. Therefore, the same size of the serving means that you actually get about 2 times more dried fruit than you do fresh.
Note that this serving of organic acai will contain about 8 grams of protein and over 50 grams of dietary fiber. Of course, eating 3.5 ounces of acai berries in one go is hard as the flavor is rather bitter. However, even a small serving of this fruit will give you quite a nutritional boost.
Organic acai contains lots of essential vitamins and minerals, which makes it a good addition to any diet. These berries have the highest level of:
- Vitamin A;
- Calcium;
- Magnesium;
- Manganese.
Note that unlike other berries, organic acai contains monosaturated fats. In this regard, it’s very similar to an avocado.
Organic Acai Benefits Breakdown
Acai berry benefits have been known to the people of South America for many centuries. They revered this fruit and even today it takes a special place in their diet. However, today the information on the benefits of acai berries is spreading worldwide, and so is the love for this superfood.
Due to its extremely high content of antioxidants, organic acai benefits your entire body. It also contains fiber, which makes it one of the more heart-friendly foods. Note that fiber-rich foods (especially those dense with essential nutrients) are very good for weight management.
Organic acai contains a large number of various antimicrobial elements. Therefore, it has an anti-inflammatory effect. Combined with the benefits of antioxidants, this particular property makes acai berries great for skin.
Polyphenols (a type of antioxidants in acai berries) are known to be a great immunity booster. Therefore, they help strengthen your natural defenses from the damage of pollution and bacteria.
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What Do Organic Acai Berries Taste Like?
Searching for the description of organic acai berry taste, you can find it compared to a mix of dark chocolate and ripe blackberry. However, the truth isn’t as poetic. Organic acai indeed tastes rich with a bitter edge to it.
The flavor is rather exotic and unusual, which is the reason why many people dislike it. The taste of fresh acai berries isn’t unpleasant, but it takes some getting used to. Powdered and dried acai is different as it’s more bitter due to the natural lack of sugar. Therefore, most people consume acai berries mixed with strawberries, cherries, and other strong-flavored fruits. You’ll also need to sweeten any dish that includes acai.
How to Include Organic Acai in Your Diet
You can enjoy organic acai benefits in a great number of ways. There is acai berry juice that you can add to smoothies, puddings, or mix with other juices. You can make the juice yourself from fresh or reconstituted dried acai berries.
However, dried fruit is a much better ingredient for acai berry tea. You can either steep acai berries in boiling hot water for 20 minutes or add them to your tea mix. The flavor of acai, which is naturally rich and bitter, goes well with green tea leaves. You can also add some dried strawberries for pleasant sweetness.
Many shops today sell packs of organic acai puree. This product is basically berry pulp processed by a commercial-grade Vitamix with a few stabilizers. Although it’s rather convenient to use in smoothies and organic acai bowls, if you want pure acai, it’s best to make puree yourself. You can mix Food To Live Organic Acai with a variety of frozen fruits and pulse using a very powerful blender or food processor. Add almond milk or other liquids to get the consistency you need.
Organic acai berries are one of those superfoods that you can’t really include in every dish. However, you can try adding small amounts of them to baked goods, granolas, and energy bites that contain various dried fruits.
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Acai Berry Supplements Vs. Organic Acai
As people have come to realize numerous organic acai benefits, they started producing supplements with this ingredient. However, it’s essential to understand that these products are very different from organic acai berries.
First of all, these products are never as ‘pure’ as acai berries. They might contain the fruits, but those are heavily processed. As these products aren’t regulated by the FDA, there is no way to be 100% sure that the actual ingredients are listed on the label.
In addition to that, the majority of acai-based dietary products contain caffeine and a variety of preservatives.
Organic Acai Berries Smoothie Ideas
Organic Acai from Food To Live is a great ingredient for smoothies. You can mix it with a variety of ingredients to get delicious and nutritious drinks. They will charge you with energy and antioxidants. These smoothies are perfect for breakfast or a midday snack when you need to ‘recharge your batteries’.
Chocolate Green Acai Smoothie:
- 1 banana
- 3 cups baby spinach
- 2 tablespoons organic acai
- 6 strawberries
- 1 tablespoon cacao powder
- 1 tablespoon vegan protein powder
- 8 ounces almond milk
Vitamin Organic Acai Smoothie:
- 3.5 ounces organic acai puree
- 1 carrot
- 1 apple
- 8 ounces almond milk
Cherry Acai Berries Smoothie:
- 3.5 ounces organic acai puree
- 2 frozen bananas
- 1 cup cherries (fresh or frozen)
- 4 ounces of water or ice chips
Organic acai berries are perfect for smoothies and you can add them to any of your favorite recipes. It might take a bit of experimentation to find the best mixes of flavors. However, the nutritional benefits that come from adding organic acai to your meals are worth the effort.
Organic acai bowls are also a very popular breakfast option today. In essence, it’s the same thing as a smoothie, just a bit thicker. Make a mix of acai berries and frozen fruits that will have the consistency of a puree. Then, add some seeds, sliced bananas or strawberries, and crushed nuts to the top. Now you have a fantastically healthy and tasty breakfast.
