Acai berries, native to South America, have been part of the diet of Amazonian Indians for centuries. Very close to the blueberry in their shape and their colors, they are also so in terms of taste with which they mix, however, notes of chocolate bitterness. As for the benefits, they boost the immune system. They are consumed in different forms (to be shopped on the internet or in organic stores):juice, powder, puree (which can be found frozen) or food supplement.
The pitaya, also called dragon fruit, originally comes from Central and South America, before crossing the world to be also cultivated in Asia. With its bright pink shell scaled with large hard leaves, its taste is slightly acidic and resembles that of melon or pear. This fruit, of which only the white flesh speckled with small black seeds is eaten, can be found in certain supermarkets, organic stores or exotic grocery stores.
Brazilian women love acai for their diet, and for good reason. The small berries contain antioxidants, amino acids, omega 3, 6, 9 and vitamins B, E, C, a cocktail of nutrients that improve resistance to infections and act against free radicals responsible for aging and fatigue. In addition, with its interesting fiber content, acai has a beneficial effect on transit, the key to a flat stomach. Associated with good food hygiene, acai berries would even be a slimming ally, as they are a natural appetite suppressant.
In Central America, the pitaya is consumed after the food excesses of the major holidays for its nutritional qualities. Indeed, it too is full of antioxidants, vitamins B, C and A, calcium and trace elements which give it similar virtues to acai. And with its high fiber content for a low calorie content, it is ideal for a detox or slimming cure. To make the most of its benefits, it is better to consume it in the morning because the metabolism is then more receptive to it.
Ideal for breakfast, right?
