Is Acai Beneficial for Lupus Sufferers?
With the enthusiastic endorsements of Oprah and other celebrities, more people are learning every day about the powerful health benefits of Acai, a deep purplish berry found on a type of palm tree in the Brazilian forests. The Acai is packed with nutrients — fiber, calcium, amino acids, Vitamin C, E, and beta carotene, and Omega 3, Omega 6 and Omega 9 fatty acids. Because it is known to contain very high levels of antioxidents, which capture damaging free radicals in the body, acai can help reduce inflammation and, according to information provided by the National Lupus Foundation, may be beneficial in an overall healthy diet full of fruits and vegetables. One study found that Acai contained three and a half times the amount of antioxidants as a glass of red wine. Acai is also known to be an appetite suppressant, which can be helpful to individuals who are taking steroids that can cause weight gain, as part of their treatment for lupus. Many people have reported that paying careful att
