What is Acai?
Benefits
Studies
Frequently Asked Questions
References

What is Acai?

Acai - Euterpe Oleracea (Arecaceae)

The fruit is small, round and blackish purple, It looks like a grape, but smaller and darker. It has a big seed and very little pulp. Acai is widely used in energy drinks, ice cream, energy bars with granola, and now it is in it’s best form a powder extract that is more powerful and yet convenient to take.In order to obtain a healthy Acai, the most important is the quickness in the time between the harvest and the processing. The Acai is very rich in antocianine, an antioxidation substance that helps to fight the cholesterol and free radicals. Have you ever heard that a glass of red wine everyday is good for the heart? This is because of the antocianine in the grape, It is not by accident that the color of the Acai is similar to the color of red wine, although the Acai has 33 times more anticianine than the grape.¹Besides being considered one of the “Richest foods in iron” the Acai is also rich In fibers which makes it strongly recommended for the elderly and/or for people with problems in the digestive organs, For its microbiological characteristics the Acai Is considered one of the most nutritive fruits in the Amazon, preceded only by the chestnut of Pera.

A Study done by Rogez in 1996 showed the following:

Acai is considered as a new potential source of natural red coloring matter for use. Nothing has been found in the composition of the Acai that would cause any reaction when mixed with other food, The Acai extract powder can be mixed with citric juices, beer, milk, etc.; hence, there is nothing against the consumption of these foods simultaneously in reasonable quantities.In summary, the Acai is a caloric drink (due the high lipase tenor), with high fiber tenor, anthocyanin and other micro-nutrients. Therefore, it can be considered one of the most nutritional fruits from Amazon.

Each year, the agricultural food industry is researching sources of natural Colorants, Among these, anthocyanines are of particular interest due to the large range of colors that they have (orange, red, blue) and their very important nutritional properties., in effect, anthocyanines are pigments belonging to the flavonoid group and have very high antioxidant levels.The quantification of anthocyanines in a product is generally done by quick and less costly techniques such as direct or indirect spectrophotometer and the use of a Minolta color meter. Please note that spectrophotometer can also give qualitative facts on the type of anthocyanines presents.

The fruits of the Euterpe Oleracea are particularly rich in anthocyanines.

Benefits

The following are just some of the reported benefits of taking Life Dynamics Acai, results vary from person to person but benefits can be felt in 1-2 weeks of usage:

• Greater energy/stamina

• Improved digestion

• Improved Mental Focus

• Better sleep

• All nutrients come from one berry

• Acai has more proteins then an average egg

• Acai has a high amount of lipids that gives you the energy of a raging bull.

• It is an all in one Multi-Vitamin Product; why take 15 or 20 capsules just to have the same vitamins found in just 2 capsules of Life Dynamics Acai.

• Acai has essential minerals such as iron, potassium, phosphorus and calcium. Acai has all natural Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin C, Vitamin E (tocopherol)

• Improved sexual function

• Acai has been shown to have up to 33 times the Antocyanine (a powerful Anti-Oxidant) then red wine grapes.

• Acai has a high level of fibers that is good for elderly and for people who have problems with digestive organs.

• Acai has two essential fatty acids known as Omega 6 (Linoleic acid) and Omega 9 (Oleic acid). Research shows that these fatty acids maintain normal cholesterol levels.

• Research has shown that these Anti-Oxidants help regulate normal cholesterol levels.

• Acai's Anti-Oxidant factors play a large role in maintenance of vascular cardiac system, which is important for better blood circulation.

• Acai is considered one of the richest nutritive fruits from the Amazon or the world for that fact.

• An almost perfect essential amino acid complex in conjunction with valuable trace minerals, vital to proper muscle contractions and regeneration.

• More bio-active then liquid freeze dried versions of Acai

• Very low Sugar content for a fruit

• Cleansing and Detoxing your body

• Boost your Immune System

Other Facts about Acai:

• Acai is a dense source of particular class of flavonoids called anthocyanins (red-blue phenols with potent antioxidant properties)
• Anthocyanins are a group of phytochemicals in red wine thought to contribute to the "French paradox", i, e. France has one of the lowest incidences of heart disease of any westernized society despite a prevalence of smoking and a diet high in saturated fat and cholesterol (5). Acai pulp contains 10-30 times the anthocyanins of red wine per equal volume (1).
• The primary anthocyanin in .Acai is cyanidin-3 glucoside (1), Cyanidin-3- glucoside has been found to be 3.5 times stronger than Trolox (vitamin E analogue) and the predominate anthocyanin found in red wine (nalvadin-3-glucoside) in an ORAC analysis (measure of antioxidant capacity) (2).
• Anthocyanins have been found to "exhibit numerous potential therapeutic effects including treatment of diabetic retinopathy and fibrocystic disease of the breast in human" (2). "Other potential physiological effects of anthocyanins include radiation ¬protective, chemopratective, vasoprotective and anti-inflammatory agents" (2).
• The fatty acid ratio of Acai resembles that of olive oil, which is thought to be a contributing factor to the low incidence of heart disease in Mediterranean populations (1, 5).
• 60% Oleic (Omega 9) a monounsaturated, essential fatty acid, helps lower LDL (harmful cholesterol) while maintaining HDL, (beneficial cholesterol) levels (5).
• 12% Linoleic (Omega 6) a polyunsaturated, essential fatty acid, has been found to lower both LDL and HL levels (5).

• Fatty acids aid in the transport and absorption of fat-soluble vitamins ice. Vitamins A, E, D, and K(3).

• Acai contains valuable phytosterols

• Sterols are components of plant cell membranes providing numerous benefits to the human body, namely the reduction of blood plasma cholesterol (5)

• Sterols are currently being used to treat symptoms associated with BP.

Studies

Analytical Study on Life Dynamics Acai - Part 1

Analytical Study on Life Dynamics Acai - Part 2

Analytical Study - Chart on Acai Composition

Article – Jeff Bliss (Whole Foods Magazine) on Acai

Article – Cardiovascular Maintenance & Cholesterol properties of Acai

Viable ORAC Value of Acai

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Acai Fruit?

Acai – Scientific Name: Euterpe Oleracea

The fruit is small, round and blackish purple. It looks like a grape, but smaller and darker. It has a big seed and very little pulp. Acai is widely used in energy drinks, ice cream, energy bars with granola, and mainly in Brazil the pulp is taken straight or used in juices.

Where is Acai found?

The Acai tree is found in the Amazon rain forest which is located in Brazil.

Is this product Organic?

This product cannot be certified organic, but it is far better then organic since is part of the Amazon Rain Forest. The Rain Forest is untouched and the trees grow naturally for the thousands of years it has been there. There is no mass farming or mass production. Everything is grown as naturally as you can get, by the natives.

How do I use Life Dynamics Acai?

Take two (2) capsule one (1) time per day seven (7) days a week. Follow the directions on the bottle for each product.

What benefits can I expect from Acai?

The following are just some of the reported benefits of taking Life Dynamics Acai, results vary from person to person but benefits can be felt in 1-2 weeks of usage:

• Greater energy/stamina

• Improved digestion

• Improved Mental Focus

• Better sleep

• All nutrients come from one berry

• Acai has more proteins then an average egg

• Acai has a high amount of lipids that gives you the energy of a raging bull.

• It is an all in one Multi-Vitamin Product; why take 15 or 20 capsules just to have the same vitamins found in just 2 capsules of Life Dynamics Acai.

• Acai has essential minerals such as iron, potassium, phosphorus and calcium.

• Acai has all natural Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin C, Vitamin E (tocopherol)

• Improved sexual function

• Acai has been shown to have up to 33 times the Antocyanine (a powerful Anti-Oxidant) then red wine grapes.

• Acai has a high level of fibers that is good for elderly and for people who have problems with digestive organs.

• Acai has two essential fatty acids known as Omega 6 (Linoleic acid) and Omega 9 (Oleic acid). Research shows that these fatty acids maintain normal cholesterol levels.

• Research has shown that these Anti-Oxidants help regulate normal cholesterol levels.

• Acai's Anti-Oxidant factors play a large role in maintenance of vascular cardiac system, which is important for better blood circulation.

• Acai is considered one of the richest nutritive fruits from the Amazon or the world for that fact.

• An almost perfect essential amino acid complex in conjunction with valuable trace minerals, vital to proper muscle contractions and regeneration.

• More bio-active then liquid freeze dried versions of Acai

• Very low Sugar content for a fruit

• Cleansing and Detoxing your body

• Boost your Immune System

What are the capsules made of?

The capsules used to capsulate the Acai product is made of a natural plant base. It is Kosher certified, vegan certified and Halal certified.

How much of the product is pure Acai?

This product is 100% pure Acai with no added ingredients and it is an Extract not just a powder.

What difference does an Extract make to a powder?

Our Acai is a pure 4 to 1 ratio Extract. This means that it takes more then 4 kilos of pure pulp to make 1 kilo of our extract. Thus giving you the customer the most benefits for your money. Powders is a basic processing that involves the pulp being made in a 1 to 1 ratio and dried. This process is not as bio-active and contains less benefits.

What makes this product better then the current pulp liquids on the market?

Here are the reasons why:

• The pulp liquid is a freeze dried Acai that is no longer as bio active as the extract.

• It takes four (4) kilos of Pulp to make one (1) kilo of our Extract.

• Most liquids need to be refrigerated

• It is not pure Acai, most of the liquid products are mixed with other ingredients and stimulates to give you that extra buzz.

• It is inconvenient to purchase when you need to go the market every day for 30 days to get your needed vitamins.

• The liquid can get costly, the liquid products are almost 3 times the cost per month as our capsule product. This provides you the consumer an added savings so you can go enjoy your new found energy.

Who can use the Acai capsule product?

According the studies done on the product, everyone can use the product. However, people who are pregnant or children should check with their physicians before taking the product.

Why is Life Dynamics Product so Effective?

In order to obtain a healthy Acai, the most important is the quickness in the time between the harvest and the processing. Our products are processed the same date by a Pharmaceutical lab that is FDA approved. The product is extracted within 24 hours of being picked from the Acai trees.

What is the relation to Red Wine and Anti-Oxidants?

The Acai is very rich in Anthoyanins, and antioxidant substance that help fight the cholesterol and free radical. Have you every heard that a glass of red wine everyday is good for the heart? This is because of the Anthocyanins in the grape. It is not by accident that the color of the Acai is similar to the color of red wine, although the Acai has 33 times more Anthocyanins than the grape. The Anthocyanins is also a strong natural coloring.

References

• Claire Madden, VP Marketing at MarketResearch.com

• "Biochemical and Technical Studies on Acai" by Dr. Herve Rogez 2, Sofia Pascal 2, Jesus N.S. de Souza, Arlete R. Aquino & Raphaele Buxant Dept.. de Engenharia Quimica - Centro Tecnologico, Diaouiweir ria I niinnin, Beligica)

• National Contor for Health Statictice. Annual summary of births, marriages, divorces, and deaths United States, 1993, Monthly vital statistics report-, vol 42 no 13. Hyattsville, MD: Public Health Service, 1594.

• American Heart Association. Heart and stroke facts 1995 statistical supplement. Dallas, TX: American Heart Association, 1994,

• National Cholesterol Education Program. Second report of the Expert Panel on Detection, Evaluation, and Treatment of High Blood Cholesterol In Adults Adult Treatment Panel II). Bethsada National Heart, Lung.