Description
Acai berry, pronounced [ah-SIGH-ee] is probably one of the most highly disputed fruits of the current
day. Let’s take a deeper dive into this amazing little fruit and find out exactly where it came from, some
possible health benefits, and a few ways to incorporate this fruit into your diet.
What is it?
Acai berry is a small reddish, purple fruit, resembling a stretched out grape. These berries are found on
the Brazilian wild palmberry tree, native to Central and South America. There have been numerous
studies done on the health benefits of these berries, but a majority of them have been focused on the
antioxidant activity which could help prevent certain diseases.
History
Acai has been around for thousands of years, but was not introduced to the western world until the mid
1990’s. First used by the tribes of the Amazon jungle as a cure for various ailments, acai berries soon
made a home in the Americas. It didn’t take long for westerners to believe in the tremendous health
properties credited to this tasty fruit.
Where Does it Come From?
The acaí berries can be found on a palm tree with a long thin trunk. The berries would be grouped in
clusters that look like little blue bottles hanging in between ribbon-like leaves. Traditionally, the acai
