Acai is the fruit of a palm mainly found in South America. The berries and seeds contain compounds called flavonoids that have antioxidant effects. Some laboratory studies suggest acai may reduce cholesterol, prevent diseases of the heart and blood vessels, and cause programmed cell death in leukemia cells. However, human studies are needed to confirm these effects.
Consumption of contaminated acai fruit with insects carrying Trypanosoma cruzii, a protozoan that causes Chagas disease, resulted in 178 cases of acute disease.
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- To prevent cancer
Preclinical studies suggest that flavonoids present in acai fruit have antioxidant properties. However, there are no human studies to suggest that acai can help prevent cancer. - To prevent heart disease and stroke
In vitro studies show that acai fruit may be useful, but human data are lacking.
- To prevent cancer