AÇAI
Common name: Naidi, Murrapo, Asai (Euterpe Precatoria)
Origin: Wild harvest, natural rainforests in Guaviare department, Colombian Amazon Region.
The Açai palm produces its great dark purpled berry and is one of the most known healthy fruits because of its high amounts of antioxidant and Omega oils presence.
Nutritional Facts
| Nutrient | Unit | Value | %DV/ 100g FRUIT |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy / Calories | Kcal | - | - |
| Total Fast | g | 0.00 | 0.00% |
| Max. Sodium | mg | 28.00 | 1.00% |
| Carbohidratos | g | 23.00 | 8.00% |
| Fiber | g | 10.00 | 40.00% |
| Proteinas | g | 2.00 | - |
| Calcio | mg | - | 0.00% |
| Iron | mg | - | 5.00% |
| Magnesio | mg | - | 7.00% |
| Zinc | mg | - | - |
| Cooper | mg | - | - |
| Potasium | mg | - | 10.00% |
| Manganesium | mg | - | - |
| VitC | mg | - | 33.00% |
Properties
Vitamin E, vitamin C, vitamins from the group B, Antioxidant (contains the highest quantity of antioxidants on the fruits known by humans)
- Lípids
- Omega 3
- Omega 6
- Omega 9
- Proteíns
- Phosphorus
- Calcium
- Potassium
- Fiber
- Minerals: Zinc, Magnesium, iron
Benefits
- Increases energy
- Slows aging
- Improves digestion
- It’s used on cardiac treatments
Harvest Season
Ene
Feb
Mar
Abr
May
Jun
Jul
Ago
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dic
Uses and Applications
Its high concentration of anthocyanin gives this berry the highest measured capacity of antioxidants compared to any fruit in the world. It stands out because of its optimal acid structure as well as its amount of potassium, calcium, iron, and fiber content.
Origins
Wild harvest, natural rainforests in Guaviare department, Colombian Amazon Region
Communities
- Native Nukaks
- Farmer and producer’s association from the Guaviare department
- Indigeous communities from the Barrancas shelter
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