While acai is currently a prominent figure in the health food industry, it may not be the most effective weight loss tool. Acai, for those of you that do not know, is a berry which is native to Brazil. It is high in antioxidants and fatty acids, and for these reasons is considered to be a super food as well as an alternative medicine. From a nutritional standpoint, acai is said to contain more antioxidants than both blueberries and grapes. (more…)