You have probably seen Acai fruit juice explode onto the health food market over the last few months. Even Oprah and Rachel Ray have featured this fruit on their respective TV shows. The real question is “Is Acai fruit juice just another fad or is it a genuine superfood?”

In Central and South America a fruit with powerful antioxidant properties grows. The acai berry has been called a miracle fruit for health. It is about the same size as a grape but is a darker purple color. The acai berry is grown on the acai palm and grows in clusters of 3 ” 5 berries. This little berry is one of the best sources of antioxidants known to man.

This odd sounding word doesn’t quite get the publicity it deserves. You might be asking yourself, What is Acai? Acai berry is derived from the palm tree family. It has been a regional dietary staple for many Brazilians.