According to University of Utah nutritionist, Rachel Jones, acai juice is one of the top ten drinks we should be consuming in 2009. She appeared on KSL's Studio 5 this morning. She said that acai is a "fantastically powerful antioxidant" and that acai and other dark purple, dark blue juices can reverse the aging process.
One of the other types of beverages she discusses are "green drinks" because of the magnesium in them. Acai happens to be a fruit juice that is magnesium rich.
No doubt about it, acai is definitely a beverage you will want to include in your diet this year! Of course, you'll want to choose Dr. Tim's Acai Juice. When you look at other brands on the market, you get more pure acai for less money with Dr. Tim's juices.
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Thursday, January 8, 2009
Monday, January 5, 2009
Nutrient Content of Acai
Just exactly why is acai considered to be a superfood?
There have been many articles in the mainstream media about acai being a powerful antioxidant, but until recently, there hasn't been a lot of reputable data on acai. Paul M. Gross, PhD., did a review of the current scientific literature regarding acai. He looked at the nutritional content of acai and compared it to other berries such as goji and blueberry, which are known to be highly nutritious. He showed that acai is higher in beneficial fat, vitamins A and E, minerals and fiber. He had positive conclusions regarding acai, especially when it comes to the potential for prevention of chronic diseases saying,
"Dozens of diseases have a component of oxidative stress at their origins, such as chronic inflammation, atherosclerosis, diabetes and cancer, and so may be prevented or inhibited by high-antioxidant fruit like açaí."
For the entire article, click here .
There have been many articles in the mainstream media about acai being a powerful antioxidant, but until recently, there hasn't been a lot of reputable data on acai. Paul M. Gross, PhD., did a review of the current scientific literature regarding acai. He looked at the nutritional content of acai and compared it to other berries such as goji and blueberry, which are known to be highly nutritious. He showed that acai is higher in beneficial fat, vitamins A and E, minerals and fiber. He had positive conclusions regarding acai, especially when it comes to the potential for prevention of chronic diseases saying,
"Dozens of diseases have a component of oxidative stress at their origins, such as chronic inflammation, atherosclerosis, diabetes and cancer, and so may be prevented or inhibited by high-antioxidant fruit like açaí."
For the entire article, click here .
Saturday, December 20, 2008
Holiday Recipe: Warmed Spiced Goji
Looking for a delicious, healthy holiday treat to enjoy by the fireplace? Try this recipe of Warmed Spiced Goji!
Warmed Spiced Goji
1/2 c. apple juice
1/2 c. Dr. Tim's Goji Juice
dash allspice
dash cinnamon
Combine the apple juice and goji juice in a microwave safe mug. Heat at about 80% power for 1 minute and 30 seconds. You don't want to heat until hot, just warm. This way you aren't destroying the heat sensitive vitamins in the juices. Sprinkle with allspice and cinnamon to taste. Enjoy!
Warmed Spiced Goji
1/2 c. apple juice
1/2 c. Dr. Tim's Goji Juice
dash allspice
dash cinnamon
Combine the apple juice and goji juice in a microwave safe mug. Heat at about 80% power for 1 minute and 30 seconds. You don't want to heat until hot, just warm. This way you aren't destroying the heat sensitive vitamins in the juices. Sprinkle with allspice and cinnamon to taste. Enjoy!
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