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Acai, Goji, Pomegranates, and Elder berries are among the hottest
topics these days for antioxidant power as well as other health
benefits. Taking a look at each of these we can evaluate the benefits
and determine which if any may be right for your needs. All of these
have various vitamins and minerals and each has varying concentrations.
Some people may find one of these more effective than the others or you
may use a combination of them. Trying the different options available
is the best way to figure out which of these will have the greatest
benefit for your health needs. From added energy to detoxifying your
body these powerful berries can have dramatic effects on your overall
health. We will explore some of those benefits here.
If you are looking for the newest wave in health and nutrition, the
Acai berry is probably it. Most people do not get nearly the amount of
vitamins, nutrients, or antioxidants needed each day. The Acai berry
can give you most of them in a quite flavorful fruit. Most Acai
varieties are purple and are about an inch diameter. There are also
green varieties but the nutrition factor is the same in either color.
The most popular method for consuming Acai berries is in a juice form.
The ORAC assay determines the power of the antioxidants in a certain
type of food. Acai was found to have a higher score than any other
popular sources such as, goji berries, pomegranate, and prunes. More
health benefits seem to be discovered almost daily for these powerful
berries. Fatty acids, amino acids, and other important nutrients that
help boost energy are among the additional benefits. Acai can replace
caffeine drinks as a great energy booster without the sugar and other
not so healthy ingredients.
The Goji berry is another option for health benefits from natural
sources. The nutrition found in Goji can not be found in any other
single food or berry. Some of the nutrients found in Goji berries have
been helpful in cancer treatments. The Goji also has more carotene than
carrots and acids that can promote fat loss. The Goji also has
nutrients that increase energy much like the Acai. The Goji has
vitamins such as B1, B2, B6, C, and E in adequate amounts to justify
this as a viable source for those vitamins. For needed minerals the
Goji berry is a viable source of Zinc, Calcium, Selenium, and Iron as
well as others. Goji berry juice can be found easily in many local
health food stores as well as websites online.
Pomegranates also provide antioxidant powers and offer health benefits
like the Acai and Goji berries. Pomegranates have a rich content of
vitamin C, Polyphenols, and Folic acid which make it a popular choice
for anti aging products. Some research has shown that the pomegranate
can even help slow down cartilage damage and osteoarthritis. Increased
flow of blood to the heart is also a benefit of the pomegranate
according to some studies. Like the Acai and the Goji, Pomegranates are
most commonly used in juice products. Pomegranate is also quite
frequently used in not consumable products like anti aging creams or
lotions. It has been shown to have great power at helping the skin in
dealing with the natural aging process as well as help fight some of
the damage caused by the sun. Pomegranate like the elderberry actually
taste quite good and is used more and more in foods.
Elderberries are rich in vitamin C and potassium. These two nutrients
are important in fighting colds and maintaining a healthy immune
system. Elderberries are probably best known for anthocyanins which are
said to protect your body from toxins and help dealing with stress.
Elderberries must be picked when ripe as they can contain poisonous
toxins before they fully ripen. Elderberries are used many times in
syrups, extracts, or even jams. The vitamins and minerals contained in
the elderberry are also shown to help with vision, especially night
vision. The elderberries have been used for centuries by various
cultures and have been used in more widely In recent years as more and
more research has shown it to be beneficial as a natural health
supplement. Elderberries also taste great and that is why they are so
commonly used in jams and syrups.
As you can see there are numerous natural options available for their
antioxidant properties. There are also additional benefits to these
natural berries such as increased energy, better bone health, cancer
treatments, and even better vision. There are many scams out there
taking advantage of people by using poor quality products or magic
pills that are really nothing more than low quality, low concentration
pills. Another step to choosing the right supplements and natural
health foods is consulting with a doctor. This will ensure you have the
most up to date information and will know you are doing the right thing
for your body.
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