During recent years the Acai berry has received much more than its far share of press, and not all of it has been good. Just lately, the Acai berry has caused much controversy because it has been dubbed a ‘wonder berry’, effective at achieving extreme weight reduction and invincible rewards to those who partake of the small berry. Some people will say the Acai berry does not have any more amazing properties than that of a grape and definitely will vehemently deny any benefit from eating the berry at all. As with most things in life, the truth about this small berry will no doubt lie someplace between these two extreme claims. Many individuals would like to know the facts about the Acai berry and its capabilities. People must also be aware that there are a number of scams linked to the Acai berry, all of which are aimed to con you out of hard earned cash. There are several common Acai berry scams.

The Acai berry hails from Brazil and is small and purple in appearance, just like a blueberry. One of the main reason why the popularity of the little berry has soared is down to the high levels of nutritional goodness including antioxidants, fibre, protein and essential fatty acids. Protein is an energy source, so the high levels of protein within the Acai berry may result in an increase in levels of energy. These two factors can lead to a heightened feeling of well-being and a heightened level of energy, meaning that one is capable of physical exercise. It is because of this composition in the berry that may claim it may cause dramatic weight loss. Is this the truth? Weight loss has been experienced by users of the Acai berry. Probably the most likely cause though is the increased energy levels, making it easier for individuals to engage in exercise, eating the Acai berry alone with no increase in exercise is unlikely to result in substantial weight loss. Some companies may mix the Acai berry with other products that could cause this dramatic weight loss and so it is usually advisable to check the ingredients of any products before consuming or investing in it, as it may cause harmful side effects on the body.

Some scams will increase their prices and claim that the Acai berry is expensive to source, in an attempt to make money from consumers. Is there any truth behind this statement? This is not always true and in fact, it's proven that Acai berries can cost as little as blueberries!

It's correct that Acai berries contain higher levels of antioxidants than other fruits and thus may result in an improved immune system and might help to prevent common illnesses such as the common cold. Yes, it is very important to look out for Acai berry scams but Acai berries are certainly a great way to boost antioxidants inside the body, help the immune and digestive system and help anyone to feel great!