Is the Acai Berry Just Hype? Get the Facts
No doubt you’ve been hearing the buzz about the wonder-fruit: Acai berry. Is it all just a bunch of hype? It really IS an amazing gift from God, featuring powerful anti-bacterial and anti-viral properties. Here are the facts:
Acai berry fights bacterial and viral infection in multiple ways. First, acai is a valuable immune system booster, and the immune system is always going to be our first and most important defense against infection. Also, scientists in Brazil have learned that an extract of acai can be used to directly fight bacterial infections. The acai berry contains one of the most potent arrays of antioxidants ever seen. Here are just a few examples:
Anthocyanins: These antioxidant phytonutrients give acai its dark-purple color. In addition to their potent antioxidant capabilities, anthocyanins have strong anti-viral properties.
Flavonoids: These phytonutrients have been found to have potent antibacterial and anti-viral effects. Studies have shown they are effective against the herpes simplex, respiratory syncytial and influenza viruses.
Lysine: This amino acid is well-known for its anti-viral properties. Lysine is widely used as a treatment for cold sores caused by the herpes virus.
Selenium: Studies show that selenium deficiencies actually worsen the intensity and pathology of the Coxsakie virus B and influenza viruses. Selenium not only enhances the immune response, but also directly counteracts several viruses. Another recent study indicates that selenium may even be effective against the H5N1 virus, better known as the bird flu. The authors of the study indicate selenium may directly affect the avian flu virus, degrading its ability to cause damage and inhibiting its ability to replicate.
Vitamin E: Like selenium, vitamin E is not only a powerful antioxidant, it appears to directly counteract the intensity of the Coxsackie virus B and influenza virus.
Zinc: This mineral has been shown to be affective against viral infection, including the opportunistic infections often suffered by those with HIV.
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