Maqui Berry- The Next Superfood?
If you have been following the latest developments in the health and nutrition sector, you will have definitely heard of a several foods that are considered “Superfoods.”
I am a huge Food Network fan and I had heard Rachel Ray briefly mention this berry on her cooking show. This sparked me to look into this berry further. Maqui berry is the
highest ranked food on the Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity scale (ORAC). This test measures the antioxidant potency of foods. Just to put things into perspective:
Blueberry juice has an ORAC score of 3,000 and Macqui juice has an ORAC score of 40,000!
So what exactly qualifies for this label? The accepted definition of superfood is one that has a high phytonutrient content and because of this, offers incredible health benefits.
Phytonutrients or phystochemicals, are plant compounds that have disease-preventing and health-protecting qualities.
With the highest level of antioxidants of any substance on earth, the Macai Berry is one of the newest and most potent superfoods. This berry packs a punch of three times the levels of antioxidants found in the Acai berry and 8 times more than found in the blueberry.
It is a fantastic source of important vitamins. To top it all off, the flavor of the Macai berry certainly cannot be beaten.
Origin of the Macai Berry
Macai Berries are found in the Patagonia region of South American, which is considered by many people to be one of the most fertile regions of the world. It comes as no surprise then that this naturally beautiful area would produce such an incredible fruit.
Recognizing the berry’s invaluable contribution to a healthy lifestyle, the natives to this area have used fresh Macai to treat a number of ailments and to prevent many diseases.
Unfortunately, because of the extremely fragile and perishable nature of these berries, the rest of the world has to settle for freeze dried Macai berry products.
What Macai Berry Products Are Available?
You can find these little purple berries in juices and powders as well as in several nutritional supplements. Often, the juice is mixed with Acai, pomegranate and blueberry, making one very potent antioxidant drink!
The freeze dried powder can also be used in smoothies and shakes and can also be sprinkled on top of salads and in breads. Daily nutritional supplements are usually available in an easy-to-swallow capsule.
The key to getting the most from the Macai berry is to make sure you get all of your Macai berry products from a reputable source. There are products available that don’t even contain the advertised level of Macai.
Make sure you take a look at the Macai review sites to see which products are most recommended. This will help you avoid spending money on a product that has no true health benefits.
So Can Maqui Berry Be A Superfood?
Is the Macai berry truly one of the world’s superfoods? Research has already proven that in addition to promoting weight loss and enhancing stamina and energy levels, the Macai berry also helps lower the risk of heart disease and improves eyesight. Additionally, researchers claim that there is an abundance of untapped benefits in this power-packed tiny berry.
With all of these facts backing it, the Macai Berry has most definitely earned its spot amongst the superfoods of the world!
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