Author Archives: Brenda Bentley

Fad Diets: Acai Berry Does it Work?

Acai is a fruit from Brazil, dark purple in color and is full of antioxidants that protect cells from free radicals (harmful molecules) and can help against diseases. Most berry type fruit have these properties, so what makes acai different? My research is inconclusive as it seems as a weight loss solution the hype outweighs the science. The research is lacking and even celebrity slimmers such as Oprah Winfey posted on her website disassociating herself with acai products and their claims.