Acai: the essential immune shield in winter!

We have some wonderful news!

Ahhhhh, finally some good news for this second winter dictated by COVID. Add the usual minor ailments to that, and we're all set to hibernate at home until spring.

So, don't worry! We have a solution - perhaps not a miracle one, but one that can help boost our morale and immune system!

We called on Julie Lioré, an independent scientific writer, to find out whether the benefits of acai could help us fight winter ailments?

And here is her answer:

Preventing and supporting the body against winter ailments with acai

When the days grow shorter, darker and colder, energy levels and morale tend to decline, weakening the immune system and opening the door wide to winter infections, which are symptomatic of the cold season. The body and mind, put to the test, need support. Whether for prevention, to avoid falling ill, or as a treatment during a viral infection, it is essential to provide the body with sufficient vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and fibre. However, the range of foods available this season, such as nutrient-rich fruit and vegetables, is more limited.

Never mind. Acai, the small Amazonian berry that is large in its remarkable nutrient content, is ideal for preventing and supporting the body against winter ailments. Harvested from August to December, the berries are immediately pulped and the pulp is frozen to preserve all its benefits. The fruit's flesh is therefore available all year round. Whether healthy, tired or unwell, acai pulp, kept in the freezer or blended and combined with other fruit, is as practical to use in a variety of preparations as it is delicious to eat. Its chocolatey red-berry flavour is, in itself, a feel-good remedy.

And that's great news - discover our frozen acai!

Remarkable nutrient content

Omega-3, -6 and -9 fatty acids help, among other things, to improve the quality of the immune system, which is the first line of defence against infiltrating pathogens or illness once it has taken hold. Acai berries have an exceptional lipid (fat) content for a fruit, which generally contains little or none.

Copper, meanwhile, has proven antibacterial and antiviral effects. This trace element also stimulates the immune system, meaning that it promotes the production of antibodies and thereby increases resistance to microbial infections. It also supports the adrenal glands, which, when weakened, cause a feeling of overall fatigue. Finally, copper enhances the effects of vitamin C, which acts as an immune modulator by boosting macrophages and lymphocytes, the body's first line of defence in cases of viral illness.

Acai's high fibre content is also a boon to health during this season. Fermentable, insoluble fibres cannot be absorbed by the body; however, they nourish the microbiota, a cornerstone of the immune system. A well-nourished microbiota enables a considerable number of biochemical reactions and functions, such as better absorption of nutrients supplied by food, protection against pathogens (particularly viruses and bacteria), effective management of fat storage and therefore weight, and a significant role in managing emotions.

In addition, the high antioxidant potential of acai berries makes them protective and restorative at every level of the body, so they contribute greatly to overall health.

Acai berry pulp is therefore particularly recommended during the cold season, to help you stay healthy by providing the body with what it needs and giving you the morale to make it through the winter.

Something to reassure us! Don't wait any longer - get ready for winter!

Article written by Julie Lioré

Independent scientific writer