Saturday, January 3, 2009

Coming To America-The Acai Fruit Arrives With a Splash!

By Dr. Jerimiah Crossderd

The Tree of Life as the acai fruit palm is affectionately known to the indigenous people of South America due to the fruits life giving properties. The fruit grows in clusters that hang from the top of the palm tree and resemble grapes that have fed the local people for centuries.

The fruit is very fragile and had to be freeze dried 24 hours after it is picked from the palm. This is important as the medicinal benefits are lost.

The story of how the acai fruit made its way to the modern world is that two surfers looking for energy were introduced to a berry that rejuvenated them and allowed them to surf longer than they ever had.

These surfers were so impressed with the berries restorative powers; they decided to start a company dedicated to bringing this amazing treasure to the modern world. The company today is still distributing acai fruit and as always on the leading edge.

Once the acai fruit reached the western world, scientists have been researching its amazing health benefits. It has been labeled the healthiest fruit in the world and is known as a super food.

With thirty times more antioxidants than red wine, the Acai fruit has taken the health industry by storm. From Olympic athletes to cancer patients, all are taking advantage of the many therapeutic qualities of this tiny berry.

Acai fruit tastes like a blend of fruit and chocolate and is packed with antioxidants, amino acids, and essential fatty acids.

The acai fruit has been featured on Oprah, NBC Today Show, ABC News, the CBS Early Show, and in articles in The Wall Street Journal, Sports Illustrated, NY Times, and The Washington Post. It has also become well-known across Europe for its amazing curative properties.

If you are looking at various ways to gain more energy or feel rejuvenated after a exercise, then give the acai fruit berry a try - 16650

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