Description

At the Veg.and.Pepper our Organic Acai Powder is deliciously fragrant with rich berry undertones.

An excellent source of antioxidants and nutrition, this superfood will take your health boosting smoothies to the next level.

What is Acai?

Acai is a berry which grows on the Euterpe Oleracea palm tree  found in Brazil and across the Amazon region.

When ripe, the fruit is picked, soaked in water and turned into a pulp, which is then quickly freeze-dried turned into powder form. This process ensures that the powder retains the majority of Acai’s nutritional potency.

As a fruit, Acai is an abundant source of antioxidants including polyphenols, flavanoids and anthocyanins, the antioxidants  which give it that dark rich purple colour.

Acai is a very popular accompaniment with  a variety of dishes in Brazil. As a food source it is  energy dense, high in mono-unsaturated fats, heart healthy fats and fiber, which is great for our gut health.

Health Benefits of Acai

  Agood source of fibre

Rich in mono-unsaturated fats 

•  Which contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels
• and helps to reduce the risks associated with heart disease

  A good source of vitamin D

• Which contributes to the normal function of the immune system
• It also supports the maintenance of normal bones and muscle function

  Rich in the mineral Potassium 

• Which contributes to the maintenance of normal blood pressure
• Potassium also contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system and muscle function

  Contains Calcium

• Calcium is needed for the maintenance of normal bones & teeth; and healthy muscle function

How to Use:

• Enjoy your Acai in a morning breakfast bowl
• Add it to a post-workout smoothie
• Sprinkle into a yoghurt bowl
• Create delicious berry chia puddings