
AÇAI BERRY - CUPUAÇU - YERBA MATE
FROM THE BRAZILIAN RAINFOREST
AÇAI BERRY HEALTH BENEFITS:
• Helps Prevent Disease
• Helps Regulate Blood Pressure
• Delays Premature Aging
• Boosts Immunity
• Improves Cardiovascular Health
• Aids in Digestion
• Aids in Weight Loss
• Improves Metabolism
• Boosts Energy
• Boosts Cognition
• Promotes Wound Healing
• Skin Care
Açai Berries, [Euterpe oleracea], pronounced as (“ah-sigh-EE”), are one of the newest and most popular organic solutions for a wide range of health concerns. They are being actively used by alternative medical practitioners. The different varieties are often said to have different benefits, with the white Acai berries not being nearly as potent or powerful as the dark red or purple varieties. The berry has a large seed in the middle which makes up approximately 80% of the fruit, but the remaining endocarp, pulp, and skin all contain beneficial nutrients.
Açai Berries are loaded with powerful plant compounds that act as antioxidants and benefit your brain, heart, and overall health. They also deliver healthy fats and fiber. Known as the Super Fruit of the Amazon, Açai berries have been heralded for centuries for their healing, immune-stimulating, energy-boosting properties. Research reveals this antioxidant rich berry
may help suppress and repair oxidative damage.
Researched health benefits of acai berries are explained below.
1. Can Help Prevent Disease
Açai berries consist of a good amount of Vitamin C that can help to improve your ability to fight off many diseases. Ellagic acid in Açai berries also aids in fighting against cancerous cells. Açai is loaded with polyphenols, which battle cancerous cell growth on a molecular level and prevent it from multiplying and metastasizing. Açai berries can stop the growth of cancer cells by up to 80%, which is one of the most positive rates for alternative medical treatments. There has also been a specific attention placed on Açai berry’s effect on prostate cancer in men. (1), (2)
2. Helps Regulate Blood Pressure
Açai berries consist of plenty of plant sterols, which act as vasodilators and relax blood vessels to help decrease blood pressure, prevent blood clots that can lead to strokes and heart attacks, and generally improve the circulation and oxygenation of the blood. (3), (4)
3. Delay Premature Aging
Açai berries consist of huge amounts of antioxidants that help to slow down the aging process. Antioxidants help to remove the free radicals that cause the breakdown of skin, hair, teeth, and eye health, often related with premature aging. Regular consumption of Açai berry juice helps to reduce the damaging effects of free radicals, tooth decay, hair loss, macular degeneration, and cataract formation. Cellular oxidative damage and various types of inflammation can also be reduced with the frequent use of Açai berries. (5), (6)
4. Boost Immunity
Açai juice is a wonderful source of vitamin C, which is a well-known immunity booster. Its antioxidant properties fight against the free radicals and keep you healthy, from disease. (8)
5. Improve Cardiovascular Health
Açai berries consist of high levels of anthocyanins, which are a form of plant antioxidants. Antioxidants seek out and eliminate the free radicals that are liable for a wide variety of diseases and conditions, including heart diseases. Anthocyanins are also related to regulating blood cholesterol by decreasing the LDL (bad) cholesterol, thus lowering the risk of atherosclerosis, stroke, and heart attack. (10)
6. Aid in Digestion
Açai berry juice has strong detoxifying effects on the human body, which helps cleanse the body’s digestive system and eliminates the build-up of hazardous toxins. It consists of natural fiber, which aids in digestion and absorption of nutrients from food. It bulks up the bowel movements, making the excretory processes regular, and decreasing the chances of
constipation and other uncomfortable digestive issues including diarrhea. (11)
7. Weight Loss
Research shows that the pulp of Açai berry can help in weight loss. It not only encourages weight loss but also helps people maintain a healthy weight by decreasing the negative impact of high-fat diets. A research study found that 30 days of using Açai berries resulted in a lower level of fasting insulin and glucose levels, as well as a reduction in total cholesterol levels. The high fiber content of Açai berries can also reduce appetite and stop hunger pain related with overeating and weight gain. (12)
8. Improve Metabolism
Antioxidant properties of Açai berries are its most celebrated aspect, and they can also benefit healthy cellular metabolism and functioning. They decrease the chances of unhealthy apoptosis (cell death) and increase the efficiency of the cell’s absorption of nutrients and the subsequent translation into useful energy. (13), (14)
9. Boost Energy
Açai berry extract is a well-known supplement used to boost instant energy. It also aids in combating fatigue and mental exhaustion. (15)
10. Boost Cognition
In terms of brain health and function, Açai berry juice has been associated to increased mental functioning and sharpness of mind. The berries also improve memory and protect the brain from the development of neural disorders. (16)
11. Promote Wound Healing
Açai berries have anti-inflammatory properties which can help speed wound healing. (17)
12. Skin Care
Antioxidant properties of the Açai berry aid in skin care. When Açai berries are ingested, they can give the skin a healthy, attractive glow. In fact, in Brazil, the pulp of the Açai berry has been used for generations to treat or reduce the number of skin conditions and diseases. (7)
CUPUAÇU
Cupuaçu, pronounced as (coo-PWAH-soo), is a tropical rainforest tree that is related to Cacao. Common throughout the Amazon basin, it is widely cultivated in the jungles of Colombia, Bolivia, and Peru and in the north of Brazil.
Widely known in the Amazon as “the pharmacy in a fruit” it could be considered one of the most nutritionally beneficial super fruits found in nature. As a cousin of the cacao fruit, Cupuaçu has a prized tropical flavor combining elements of chocolate, bananas, pear, passion fruit and pineapple. Since Cupuaçu is a melon-type fruit with a relatively thick skin, it is not prone to nutritional loss when picked and keeps for a long period after picking.
Its primary health benefit is stimulating the immune system while simultaneously supporting the body’s ability to fight disease. Cupuaçu has a caffeine-like effect but does not contain caffeine. It is one of the few cocoa relatives that does not, yet it retains this energetic effect. Most of the benefits of Cupuaçu are synergistic. For instance, the energy-boosting effect
mentioned comes primarily as a result of the fruit heightening the immune system, lowering blood pressure, and the body-boosting effects of the fast-acting nutrients and vitamins from the fruit. Unlike most energy drinks or caffeine, however, there is no caffeine crash with Cupuaçu. No tired feeling afterwards.
Still more synergistic effects include healthier skin and hair, lowered cholesterol levels (through lipid peroxidation inhibition), and better libido. These are some of the better benefits of the Cupuaçu fruit.
Cupuaçu is an abundant source of vitamins A, C, B1, B2, and B3 (Niacin), fatty and amino acids, and at least nine antioxidants (including Vitamins A and C). Being from the cocoa family, Cupuaçu also has high flavonoid content. There are many health benefits to Cupuaçu, most of which are tied to the fruit’s extremely powerful phytonutrient polyphenols, antioxidants, essential nutrients, vitamins, and others mentioned earlier. In addition, it is great for the bones, ligaments, and tendons because of its high amino acids content, as well as calcium and selenium.
When Cupuaçu is Combined with Açai Berry - it Gives Serious Synergy in Motion!
CUPUAÇU HEALTH BENEFITS:
• Cupuaçu is rich in antioxidants
• The fruit is an abundant source of vitamins A, C, B1, B2, and B3 and minerals
• It can help the body stay hydrated and moisturized.
• Due to its high amino acids content, as well as calcium and selenium, it is great for bones, ligaments, and tendons
• Phytonutrient polyphenols present in Cupuaçu are extremely helpful in the treatment of respiratory illnesses
• The fatty acids present in Cupuaçu help to maintain the body’s cholesterol at normal levels and prevent the occurrence of cardio related problems
• In addition to fortifying the coronary heart, it can also safeguard the artery walls from damage, which may lead to heart diseases
• Cupuaçu can help improve memory function
• It can increase skin health and can treat acne breakouts
• Cupuaçu helps to fight free radicals which are the main cause for various cancers
• It contains soluble fiber pectin, which aids in weight loss because it produces a sociogenic effect found in many anti-obesity drugs
• Cupuaçu has anti-inflammatory properties and is often used as a pain killer
• Cupuaçu acts as an all-natural medicine for erectile dysfunction
YERBA MATE
Yerba Mate, pronounced as (“mah-TAY”), is a South American herb that has won many admirers in wide-ranging parts of the world. In the search for a natural stimulant devoid of side effects and toxicity, Yerba Mate or Mate currently holds the most hope. Its stimulant action lasts longer than that of caffeine and it does not cause side effects such as insomnia and
irritability. An invigorator of the mind and body, a natural source of nutrition, and a health promoter par excellence, Mate deserves the attention of every person interested in optimum health.
There are 196 active chemical compounds found in the Yerba Mate plant. Yerba Mate contains 11 polyphenols. Polyphenols are a group of phytochemicals (Phyto - meaning plant), which are compounds that act as powerful antioxidants and are considered to exhibit anti-cancer effects in mammals by strengthening an organism's natural defenses and protecting it against cellular destruction (i.e., lycopene in tomatoes, flavonoids in blueberries, and isoflavones in soy).
In addition to Polyphenols, Yerba Mate leaves contain saponins which are phytochemicals that have been found to specifically stimulate the immune system and aid the body in protecting against disease.
It possesses bioactive compounds such as ursolic acid and quercetin. It contains flavonoids and cinnamic acid compounds. Elements such as magnesium, potassium and manganese are also present in Yerba Mate.
Yerba Mate has Vitamin C, A, B1, E, B2, B complex, B5 and Niacin. Besides vitamins, it also contains minerals such as manganese, calcium, selenium, iron, magnesium, potassium, zinc, and phosphorus. Additionally, it possesses health promoting compounds such as fatty acids, carotene, flavanols, chlorophyll, fatty acids, trace minerals, inositol, polyphenols, tannins, fatty acids, antioxidants and 15 amino acids. One cup of Yerba Mate provides all these nutrients
which promote overall health.
Yerba Mate acts as a diuretic, tonic and stimulant that helps to lower fatigue, aids gastric function, and suppresses appetite. It is used as a depurative that promotes elimination of waste. The bitter qualities found in Yerba Mate support digestion. It is useful for nervous depression, weight loss, psychogenic, physical, and mental fatigue, headaches, and rheumatic pains.
The caffeine derivatives found in Yerba Mate tea have the potential to cause the death of colon cancer cells along with lowering markers of inflammation which promote the progression of cancer. As its DNA is damaged, the cancer cell destructs. This mechanism is a promising tactic for therapeutic interventions in all types of cancer, but because the colon and its microflora play a major role in the absorption and metabolism of caffeine-related compounds, the anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer effects of Yerba Mate may be most useful in the colon. (1)
Yerba Mate is well-known for losing weight. It contains xanthine which is a chemical that enhances metabolism and is also rich in pantothenic acid that prevents overstimulation of nervous system. The antioxidant properties enhance immunity which is helpful for preventing flu and colds.
Yerba Mate tea promotes the bone density even in those people who don’t exercise. Studies show that the post-menopausal women drank Yerba mate tea regularly which results in greater bone density in spines by 10% in comparison to those who did not consume. Yerba Mate contains various minerals which are needed for mineral density of bones in the body. Phosphorus, iron, calcium, zinc, and potassium are the parts of process that prevents the chances of osteoporosis.
Yerba Mate naturally contains almost all the micronutrients needed by the human body. Regularly drinking mate will improve your immune system in general, detoxify your body and help prevent many diseases. In addition to antioxidants and polyphenols, Yerba Mate is rich in minerals, amino acids, and essential vitamins and minerals.
YERBA MATE HEALTH BENEFITS:
• Rich in Antioxidants and Nutrients
• May Help Prevent Colon Cancer
• Boosts Energy and Improve Mental Focus
• Enhances Physical Performance
• Protects Against Infections
• Helps You Lose Weight and Belly Fat
• Boosts Your Immune System
• Promotes Bone Health
• Treats Inflammation
• Lowers Blood Sugar Levels
*These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to
diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.