Brazil is booming and for foreign travel and international property investments, it is currently the country of choice. People are flocking there in droves to enjoy its year-round climate, clear Atlantic waters, and vibrant atmosphere.

And Brazil is also home to some of the worlds most vibrant and healthy foods. The Amazon region is swathed in tropical fruits bursting with vitamins and antioxidants and these have rapidly found their way into Brazilian juice bars across the country. Pupunha, capuau, grumixama their names are as exotic as their flavours. It is one berry in particular though, that of the aai plant, that has almost single-handed sparked the health food celebration that is taking Brazil, the US and Europe by storm.

The benefits of acai are not a new discovery amongst the Brazilians. It has long been used by those in the know for its nutritional value as well as to enhance physical strength and boost energy levels. The fruit itself is grown on the native Amazonian acai palm and comes in the form of small, purplish berries roughly the size of a blueberry.

The reputation of this unassuming little berry is now well and truly blooming. Acai is jam-packed full of amino acids, essential omegas, fibers, antioxidants, phytonutrients, anthocyanins and protein, leading it to be hailed as the greatest superfood ever discovered. And if that’s not a compelling enough reputation, it has even been shown in preliminary trials to have the potential to fight cancer cells.

Every part of the acai berry is used in Brazil for varying purposes. But it is the skin and pulp of the berry that is the most nutrient rich and widely used in juices, blended smoothie and sodas. Acai na tigela has become almost a national dish, with thousands of dedicated acai cafes springing up from north to south. It consists of a bowl of acai ice cream topped with chopped tropical fruits, granola and honey. This refreshing and nutrient-packed snack is popular any time from breakfast to the early hours and is particularly popular as an energizer after exercise ” another Brazilian national pastime.

Acai is very effectively preserved in a variety of ways. It has become a popular export in the form of seeds, juice, frozen fruit pulp and dried/freeze-dried formats.

Acai s reputation is spreading. It is now a staple on the shelves of health food stores across the US and Europe. It is available as a dietary supplement in capsule, pill and powder form for those wishing to benefit from its anti-ageing qualities and positive effects on the immune system, mental focus and digestion. Its ability to boost energy levels has even led to it being hailed as the new Brazilian Viagra.

But take it from one who knows, you need to book that flight to Brazil, sample the Brazilian way of life and enjoy your Acai with the warm waters of the Atlantic ocean lapping at your feet.

This piece was written by Ginny Naish the Marketing Director of Property Dreams Brazil, a Brazilian real estate consultancy based in Joao Pessoa, Paraiba. Property Dreams Brazil can provide consultancy services with regard to real estate investment,land acquisition, re-location and real estate marketing. Please visit Property Dreams Brazil for further information on Brazil.

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