How In-Depth Has Acai Berry Research Been?

Acai berry research really only truly began about five years ago, even though acai berries have been a staple of our diets in the Brazilian and Bolivian Amazon region for hundreds of years.

This University of Florida acai berry research study, while cautioning that it doesn't want to give rise to any false hopes and indicating more research is needed, did find that "abstracts from acai berries triggered a self-destruct response in 86 percent of leukemia cells tested..."

It also says "six different chemical extracts were made from acai fruit pulp, and each extract was prepared in seven concentrations. Four of the extracts were shown to kill significant numbers of leukemia cells when applied for 24 hours. Depending on the extract and concentration, anywhere from about 35 percent to 86 percent of the cells died."

Acai berries contain many compounds that have not yet been identified but it is known to contain up to 300% more antioxidants than any other fruit. Studies are also underway to see what effects acai berries might have on lowering cholesterol levels. It's already known to decrease appetite and act as a natural colon cleanser.

This Texas A&M University acai study, published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry was the first acai berry research study done on people. It proved that the human body does absorb the important antioxidants in acai berries. A&M researchers had previously done studies on the acai berry's antioxidants and nutritional components. But whether or not these good-for-you components can help make you more healthy depend upon whether or not your body actually absorbs them. The human body has shown, with other foods and elements, that is can only absorb so much. Their continuing research will be important in defining the quantities humans should consume to actually benefit from the important qualities the acai berry has.

Will açaí cure cancer? We don't know for sure. What we are certain of is that açaí contains some very strong health properties that may benefit people in the long run. In the Amazon region acai has been a part of the diet and alternative medicine for centuries. The Western world prefers scientific proof and warns that truly scientific research has only just begun. More is needed.

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