Acai Berry health products

A lot of people have heard of the Acai berry and its health benefits. It has been widely publised by health supplement companies who claim it to be one of the ‘superfoods’ that can aid with general well being, weight loss and anti ageing. It is also used in some cosmetic and beauty products.

Acai berry – what is it?

Growing in the Amazon area of south America it is a dark red/purple fruit. it is the produce of the acai palm tree (called Euterpe Oleracea) it is very similar to the cranberry and blue berry.

Clinical studies on the Acai have highlighted its extremely high level of natural antioxidants and the fact that these work in the body to help reduce oxidative stress induced diseases like certain cancers and cardiac disease.

Is the Acai Berry good for us?

The Acai Berry is found to have quaniities of antioxidants named anthocyanins and flavonoids.

These antioxidants work to powerfully protect the body against lifes stresses. they also will help protect the bodies cells.

The body produces harmfull products known as free radicals which attack our cells. These antioxidants disperse these free radicals which should then help slow the natural ageing process and assist the bodies natural resistance to certain diseases

By reducing the damage caused by free radicals, these antioxidants should help cut the risk of  heart disease and some cancers.

Can acai berries boost weight loss?

Its thought that with the cleansing effect on the body, toxins that are usually held in fat reserves are removed from the body, thus helping the body to metabolise the food more effciently, less fat is stored and the result is a reduction in weight.

Do acai berries and acai juice have any side effects?

Acai are similar to other fruit types in many ways, if you have ever suffered from allergy to other fruit or pollen from fruit trees it might be wise to avoid this product.  However in the main when eaten in sensible quantities Acai is usually deemed as safe.

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Menopause Relief, What Treatments work

There are just so many products out there its so difficult to choose what is best for you, we hope that this article will maybe assist you with that choice in deciding what will suit YOU!

See Your Doctor

If you start to feel like you may be starting the menopause, the first place to go is to your GP, It is important that they talk to you and will possibly take blood tests to check for the hormonal changes associated with this time of life. They will naturally want to rule out any other issues with your health.

You will talk to them about your symptoms and they will in turn explain what treatment options are available to you.

You Need a Strong Support System

Especially if you are suffering severe symptoms, a support system around you is so important, not all symptoms are the same and every woman experiences different levels of these symptoms. Some will last for what seems like forever, others are fleeting and soon disappear. What women must not do is ignore them, they will most certainly not go away just like that, they may lessen over time, but if women want to live their lives to the full, they need to treat the symptoms as best as they can.

A support system could be your partner, your family or friends, or maybe it is worth joining a menopause forum where you can discuss and compare your symptoms and experiences with women who are going though the same thing that you are.

“Remember – You are not Alone !”

Just talking about it can be a good start. Most importantly, you must remember to be your own support system, you must make sure that you take care of yourself, eat well, and feel good about yourself.

What Treatments are available

Most Doctors will suggest HRT (Hormone replacement therapy) among other things this replaces the naturally depleting oestrogen in your body that is causing the symptoms, now HRT has come under the scrutiny of the press and other institutions recently about whether it is actually safe, and its suggested links with cancers and heart problems.

See Our HRT ARTICLE

Obviously your doctor will explain this and any risks. There are other natural or plant based remedies that claim to help relieve these nasty symptoms and this site does provide details on some of the more popular types.

Natural Products

Menozac is one such natural product that will (it is claimed) help and relieve those nasty night sweats and hot flushes. It is regarded as a safe and effective alternative to HRT. Originating in the USA, and is the number 1 selling menopause product over there, it is now available to buy in the UK direct from the manufacturers website

It contains natural plant extracts that have been used for years to treat the menopause, Soy and Black Cohosh are two ingredients that are well known for their ability to help cure these symptoms, and promote calm and less anxiety

Ingredients:

Vitamin E (as d-alpha-tocopherol acetate)
Soy (Glycine max) (seed)
Black Cohosh (Cimicifuga racemosa) (root)
Damaiana (Turnerna diffusa) (leaf)

Each bottle contains 30 capsules – Taking one (1) caplet daily before bedtime with food, will ease most of the menopausal symptoms.

Find out more about Menozac

What do i look for when considering Acai Berry products?

Obtaining Fresh Acai Berries is extremely difficult if not impossible, this is mainly down to the fact that they are native to the Amazon jungle and would not survive the lengthy journey should they be shipped over to the UK, simply perishing before they arrived. Because of this the berries are either freeze dried (which is the best method to retain all their natural goodness) or dried and made into powders for various uses.

Its the popularity of the Acai Berry that has encouraged suppliers to use methods that perserve 100% of its natural ingredients and the high level of nutrition that they provide.Some suppliers use cheaper preserving methods that effectively reduce the healthy properties that this ‘wonderfood’ can give us.

What Acai products are available to buy?

Acai is available in juices, powders and in capsule form, the powders are great for toppings, the juice naturally makes a terrific and beneficial drink, but it is the capsule that can provide the highest level of its goodness to us.

When purchasing a course of Acai Berry capsules, it is important to double check that the Acai contained in these capsules is 100% Organic and also that it is freeze dried. Its recomended that you check that the supplier can offer the correct certification of analysis.

This will ensure that you get pure product which will guarantee you high energy and effective weight reduction.

View  PureAcaiBerryCOAcertificate

Is it worth buying Acai Berry?

These products can be bought from high street health shops or online, the latter is probably the cheapest and most effective way and it does give you such a wide choice of products.

The high nutritional value that this berry provides is quite affordable and certainly a worthwile investment that provides you with terrific benefits to your health and general well being.

A reliable supplier of 100% certified organic Acai Berry is PureAcaiBerry