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New Anti Ageing - the Acai berry
June 7, 2007 by Attraction (not verified), 2 years 24 weeks ago
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It is an antioxidant, anti – bacterial, anti-carcinogenic, anti-mutagenic, anti-inflammatory and can strengthen and protect the cardiovascular system.
It has:
• A protein profile similar to an egg
• A fatty-acid profile similar to Olive Oil
• More than 16 phytonutirents and antioxidants
• Anthocyanins – often reported as 33 times that of the protctive potential of red wine and grapes. One of the many attributes of anthocyannins is their anti-inflammatory qualities.
Anthocyannins are found in the plant pigment that gives the berries their dark color
• Dietary fiber, which is excellent for the digestive tract health
• A low glycemic index
• Phytosterols, which are used to treat symptoms associated with enlarged prostate
• Phytosterols that also help promote a healthy cardiovascular syatem
• Large amounts of essential fatty acids and omegas (linoleic and oleic acid), proven to lower LDL and maintain HDL cholesterol levels
• An almost perfect essential amino acid complex. This is vital for proper muscle contraction and regeneration, endurance, strength, sustained energy and muscle development.
• Plant sterols, particularly beta-sitosterol, which is associated with cholesterol –lowering abilities
• Large amounts of vitamins A,B1,B2,B3,C and E
• Minerals such as calcium, potassium, phosphorous and a wealth of micronutrients
• Gliscosamine, a building block of cartilage and celadrin which helps support membranes and cushion joints. These compounds help strengthen the body and help maintain many of the body’s tissues
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Oh yeh and it tastes good too!.