The Açaí Bowl Take Over!
July 28, 2015
What are those amazing looking smoothie bowls that Victoria Beckham swears by, that every blogger posts pictures of?
Açaí bowls of course!
Here’s everything you need to know about Açaí:
[/vc_column_text][vc_separator color=”grey” align=”align_center” style=”” border_width=”” el_width=””][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row parallax=”none” parallax_image=”” row_type=”boxed” columns_type=”wtrMargin” columns_autohight=”wtrNoAutoHeightColumns” menu_above=”wtrNoAboveMenuRow” el_class=”” bg_type=”color” color_bg=”#ffffff” img=”” img_attr=”default” color_overlay_opt=”off” color_overlay=”rgba(31,206,109,0.60)” type_video=”local” mp4=”” ogg=”” webm=”” youtube_video=”” vimeo_video=”” sound_video=”off” control_video=”off” mobile_img_poster=”” animate=”none” delay=”0″ full_width=””][vc_column width=”1/2″ type_bg=”transparent” color_bg=”#ffffff” img_bg=”” img_attr=”default” corner=”wtrNoRoundedCornersColumn” el_class=”” animate=”none” delay=”0″][vc_custom_heading text=”Açaí Berries” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left” google_fonts=”font_family:Abril%20Fatface%3Aregular|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal”][vc_column_text animate=”none” delay=”0″ css_animation=””]For centuries Açaí has been used solely in Central and South America (where Açaí Palm Trees originate) for its healing and revitalizing properties. Recently, Açaí’s extensive amount of health benefits and its delicious taste have put it on the map.Celebrities, Instagram and health food stores can’t get enough for a good reason:[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″ type_bg=”transparent” color_bg=”#ffffff” img_bg=”” img_attr=”default” corner=”wtrNoRoundedCornersColumn” el_class=”” animate=”none” delay=”0″][vc_single_image image=”8701″ border_color=”grey” img_link_large=”” img_link_target=”_self” img_size=”medium”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row parallax=”none” parallax_image=”” row_type=”boxed” columns_type=”wtrMargin” columns_autohight=”wtrNoAutoHeightColumns” menu_above=”wtrNoAboveMenuRow” el_class=”” bg_type=”color” color_bg=”#ffffff” img=”” img_attr=”default” color_overlay_opt=”off” color_overlay=”rgba(31,206,109,0.60)” type_video=”local” mp4=”” ogg=”” webm=”” youtube_video=”” vimeo_video=”” sound_video=”off” control_video=”off” mobile_img_poster=”” animate=”none” delay=”0″][vc_column width=”1/2″ type_bg=”transparent” color_bg=”#ffffff” img_bg=”” img_attr=”default” corner=”wtrNoRoundedCornersColumn” el_class=”” animate=”none” delay=”0″][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_single_image image=”8735″ border_color=”grey” img_link_large=”” img_link_target=”_self” img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″ type_bg=”transparent” color_bg=”#ffffff” img_bg=”” img_attr=”default” corner=”wtrNoRoundedCornersColumn” el_class=”” animate=”none” delay=”0″][vc_column_text animate=”none” delay=”0″]1. Heart Health: Açaí berries are high in anthocyanins, which lower cholesterol levels, improve circulation and prevent blood clot formation.
[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”5px”][vc_column_text animate=”none” delay=”0″]2. Energy Booster: Açaí extracts increase stamina and combined with its heart health benefits can even increase sex drive. [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”5px”][vc_column_text animate=”none” delay=”0″]3. Anti-aging: Often used in face and hair creams, this antioxidant rich berry can help keep your skin looking youthful longer and reduce irritation.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row parallax=”none” parallax_image=”” row_type=”boxed” columns_type=”wtrMargin” columns_autohight=”wtrNoAutoHeightColumns” menu_above=”wtrNoAboveMenuRow” el_class=”” bg_type=”color” color_bg=”#ffffff” img=”” img_attr=”default” color_overlay_opt=”off” color_overlay=”rgba(31,206,109,0.60)” type_video=”local” mp4=”” ogg=”” webm=”” youtube_video=”” vimeo_video=”” sound_video=”off” control_video=”off” mobile_img_poster=”” animate=”none” delay=”0″][vc_column width=”1/2″ type_bg=”transparent” color_bg=”#ffffff” img_bg=”” img_attr=”default” corner=”wtrNoRoundedCornersColumn” el_class=”” animate=”none” delay=”0″][vc_column_text animate=”none” delay=”0″]4. Cancer Prevention: Their high Vitamin C and ellagic acid content has been shown to reduce cancer proliferation by 58-86%.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”5px”][vc_column_text animate=”none” delay=”0″]5. Digestive Health & Weightloss: Açaí berries are high in fiber and are known for their detox properties that reduce constipation. Not only do Açaí berries help you reduce weight, but they reduce the negative effects of a high fat diet too![/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″ type_bg=”transparent” color_bg=”#ffffff” img_bg=”” img_attr=”default” corner=”wtrNoRoundedCornersColumn” el_class=”” animate=”none” delay=”0″][vc_empty_space height=”35px”][vc_single_image image=”8737″ alignment=”center” border_color=”grey” img_link_large=”” img_link_target=”_self” img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row parallax=”none” parallax_image=”” row_type=”boxed” columns_type=”wtrMargin” columns_autohight=”wtrNoAutoHeightColumns” menu_above=”wtrNoAboveMenuRow” el_class=”” bg_type=”color” color_bg=”#ffffff” img=”” img_attr=”default” color_overlay_opt=”off” color_overlay=”rgba(31,206,109,0.60)” type_video=”local” mp4=”” ogg=”” webm=”” youtube_video=”” vimeo_video=”” sound_video=”off” control_video=”off” mobile_img_poster=”” animate=”none” delay=”0″][vc_column width=”1/2″ type_bg=”transparent” color_bg=”#ffffff” img_bg=”” img_attr=”default” corner=”wtrNoRoundedCornersColumn” el_class=”” animate=”none” delay=”0″][vc_single_image image=”8742″ border_color=”grey” img_link_large=”” img_link_target=”_self” img_size=”large” alignment=”center”][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″ type_bg=”transparent” color_bg=”#ffffff” img_bg=”” img_attr=”default” corner=”wtrNoRoundedCornersColumn” el_class=”” animate=”none” delay=”0″][vc_custom_heading text=”Okay, they’re great. Where do I get them? ” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left” google_fonts=”font_family:Abril%20Fatface%3Aregular|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal”][vc_column_text animate=”none” delay=”0″]Açaí comes in many forms: drinks, smoothie packs, pills, powder. Check out your Whole Foods, for any of the above three or your local supplement store. You can probably find them in the frozen aisle of your local supermarket too!
[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row parallax=”none” parallax_image=”” row_type=”boxed” columns_type=”wtrMargin” columns_autohight=”wtrNoAutoHeightColumns” menu_above=”wtrNoAboveMenuRow” el_class=”” bg_type=”color” color_bg=”#ffffff” img=”” img_attr=”default” color_overlay_opt=”off” color_overlay=”rgba(31,206,109,0.60)” type_video=”local” mp4=”” ogg=”” webm=”” youtube_video=”” vimeo_video=”” sound_video=”off” control_video=”off” mobile_img_poster=”” animate=”none” delay=”0″][vc_column width=”1/2″ type_bg=”transparent” color_bg=”#ffffff” img_bg=”” img_attr=”default” corner=”wtrNoRoundedCornersColumn” el_class=”” animate=”none” delay=”0″][vc_custom_heading text=”Recipes:” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left” google_fonts=”font_family:Abril%20Fatface%3Aregular|font_style:400%20regular%3A400%3Anormal”][vc_empty_space height=”5px”][vc_column_text animate=”none” delay=”0″]What You’ll Need:– A Blender
– 4 Strawberries
– 2 Bananas
– Granola
– 1 oz. Almond Milk
– 1 Açaí Smoothie Packet
– Utensils: a knife, a spoon, and a bowl
[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text animate=”none” delay=”0″]Instructions:1. Blend 1 banana, 1 smoothie packet and 1 oz. almond milk till it’s all one consistency.
2. Meanwhile, slice up the strawberries and banana.
3. Pour the açaí in the bowl, sprinkle the granola on top and decorate with fruits.
4. Enjoy![/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”32px”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″ type_bg=”transparent” color_bg=”#ffffff” img_bg=”” img_attr=”default” corner=”wtrNoRoundedCornersColumn” el_class=”” animate=”none” delay=”0″][vc_empty_space height=”30px”][vc_single_image image=”8746″ alignment=”center” border_color=”grey” img_link_large=”” img_link_target=”_self” img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row parallax=”none” parallax_image=”” row_type=”boxed” columns_type=”wtrMargin” columns_autohight=”wtrNoAutoHeightColumns” menu_above=”wtrNoAboveMenuRow” el_class=”” bg_type=”color” color_bg=”#ffffff” img=”” img_attr=”default” color_overlay_opt=”off” color_overlay=”rgba(31,206,109,0.60)” type_video=”local” mp4=”” ogg=”” webm=”” youtube_video=”” vimeo_video=”” sound_video=”off” control_video=”off” mobile_img_poster=”” animate=”none” delay=”0″][vc_column width=”1/1″ type_bg=”transparent” color_bg=”#ffffff” img_bg=”” img_attr=”default” corner=”wtrNoRoundedCornersColumn” el_class=”” animate=”none” delay=”0″][vc_column_text animate=”none” delay=”0″]
You’ll love the taste and reap all the benefits!
Come back soon for more Açaí recipes and more in our NEW Weekly Food Focus!
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