What exactly is acai?
Acai is actually a small, dark purple berry, which comes from a palm tree in the Amazon rainforest. “Similar to blueberries, acai is high in antioxidants and fiber,” says Melissa Keeney, RDN, clinical nutrition manager at St. Vincent’s Medical Center. “Grown in the rainforest, they’ve long been used in medicine – but have recently become popular around the world for their benefits with immune health.”
Like broccoli, avocado and sweet potatoes, acai is considered a superfood, meaning it’s packed with nutrients and linked to countless health benefits. Read more
