List of Acai Berry Products

Acai berries are inch-long reddish-purple fruits high in the antioxidants anthocyanins and flavonoids, substances that protect the body's cells from oxidative stress and from free radicals, or harmful byproducts, that can cause cancer and other health problems. The acai berry comes from Central and South America, and is used to create a variety of products including purees and capsules for increasing energy levels and burning calories.

Juices and Purees

• Acai berry juice is found near the orange juice in your grocer's refrigerated section. While not as thick as a smoothie, the juice is thicker than most other fruit juices and features a slighty sweet, tart taste. Most acai berry juice manufacturers make juice that contains 1,000 percent of vitamin B12, as well as other B vitamins, vitamin C and essential fatty acids. Juice may also contain biotin, a substance that supports healthy nails and skin. Acai berry is also available in puree form, a thick mixture containing no water or added juices.

Powder

• Acai berry powders are available to help consumers lose weight and boost energy levels. They can be added to water, fruit juices or mixed in smoothies. Often times, they are combined with other antioxidant-rich fruits such as pomegranate and essential vitamins and nutrients such as green tea and vitamin C. It takes as much as 14 berries to make 1 lb. of powder, indicating the powders really pack a punch without the added calories.

Pills/Capsules

• Acai berry is available in pill and capsule form. Like the powders, they are used to increase energy and stamina as well as help you lose weight by burning calories and minimizing carbohydrate conversion to body fat. They also can contain ingredients such as green tea, caffeine, apple cider vinegar, grapefruit and kelp. In addition to capsules, acai berry can come in pill form, or 100 percent freeze-dried Acai berry skin and pulp. Pills retain berry aroma and color, and is acai berry in its most concentrated natural form.

Single Serve Products

• Single serve acai berry products are available including gel packs and energy shots. Gel packs are ready-to-drink liquid pouches recommended for use at the gym, during sporting events or while on road trips. Energy shots are the natural versions of energy drinks and combine acai berry with green tea and other exotic, energy-boosting ingredients such as guaraná as well as vitamins, trace minerals and essential fatty acids.