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Acai Berry Effects on Sugar Diabetes

Acai berries originate from Brazil and are considered a "superfood" due to the wealth of powerful benefits such as: essential fatty acids (omega-3, omega-6 and omega-9), antioxidants, amino acids, and many vitamins and minerals. Despite being a fruit, which diabetics try to avoid, acai has been proven to provide many benefits for people living with diabetes.

  1. Low Fructose

    • Similar to all fruits, the berries contain natural sugar known as fructose; however, acai contains a very low amount of fructose.

    High Fiber

    • The high fiber content of of acai berries helps to moderate the absorption of fructose in the intestines.

    Supress Overeating

    • Additionally, the high concentration of fiber with the omega-fatty acids, amino acids, vitamins and minerals suppresses the appetite and helps burn fat, which results in weight loss by preventing overeating that includes extra calories, fat and sugar.

    Low-Glycemic Level

    • According to the Glycemic Index (GI), the lower the glycemic level of a food, the smaller the fluctuations in the blood glucose and insulin. Diabetics are always looking to find ways to stabilize their glucose level and prevent sudden spikes.

    Cell Communication

    • Antioxidants and micronutrients help with cell communication by limiting the inflammation and oxidation of the cell membranes that are resistant to insulin, thereby processing glucose more efficiently.

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