Antioxidant
Acai Extract
Also known as: Euterpe oleracea, acai berry, açaí, acai palm berry
Acai is a South American palm berry rich in anthocyanins and polyphenols with demonstrated antioxidant activity in vitro. Limited human clinical evidence supports specific health benefits, though preliminary studies suggest potential cardiovascular and metabolic effects.
Primary uses
- Antioxidant support
- General wellness
How it works
- Anthocyanin and polyphenol-mediated free radical scavenging
- Potential anti-inflammatory effects
Dosage
- Typical range
- 500–2,000 mg daily (of extract/powder)
- Timing
- Any time with meals
- With food
- No specific requirement; may improve absorption with fat
- Duration
- Safe for long-term use; benefits from consistent daily intake
- Special populations
- Generally recognized as safe for most adults; limited data in pregnancy/lactation
Forms
- Capsule· 70/100
- Powder· 70/100
- Freeze-dried extract· 70/100
- Juice concentrate· 70/100
Safety
Common side effects
- Minimal; rare GI upset at high doses
Contraindications
- None established; use with caution in pollen allergy (potential cross-reactivity)
Evidence notes
While acai demonstrates strong antioxidant activity in laboratory studies, human clinical trials are limited and often small. Most health claims exceed current evidence. Grade C reflects preliminary data with moderate antioxidant potential but insufficient RCT support for specific disease claims.
Grade C: Mostly observational or small trials; mechanism is plausible but unproven at scale.
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