Friday September 10th, 2021

Açaí is an exclusive fruit from the Amazon! It is rich in vitamins C and E, which act as strong antioxidants. But what does it mean? Well, as the name implies, these molecules are responsible for preventing the oxidation of cells, and this is done by fighting free radicals, which when in excess in our body affect the cell wall. Açaí is also a great ally of the heart. That’s because it has good amounts of anthocyanin, a nutrient responsible for its purple color. This substance prevents cell degeneration, which in itself prevents the onset of cardiovascular problems. A study carried out by Brazilian and Canadian researchers, respectively from the Federal University of Santa Maria and the University of Toronto,…