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Miracle Food: Acai
A fruit from the acai palm tree, which is native to Central and South
America.
Miracle Nutrient: Anthocyanins. Advertisers claim that these antioxidants have
antiaging properties that boost metabolism and repair skin damage. While
such statements are unproven, scientists do believe anthocyanins offer
other benefits, like inhibiting cancer cell growth and reducing the risk
of cardiovascular disease.
Mega Price: A 32-fluid-ounce bottle of acai juice can cost more than $40; an
eight-ounce bag of freeze-dried powder is about $30; a bottle of 60 acai
capsules will run you more than $10.
Common Sources: Anthocyanins are by no means unique to acai products. More common
sources include apples, cherries, grapes, radishes, blueberries, and
nearly every other purple, blue, or red fruit or vegetable.
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