The Acai berry and pomegranates are two of the most talked about superfoods in the health food industry. Both are an amazing natural source for many important vitamins and minerals. The question is; if you can only use one or the other which is better? This article is going to pit these two superfoods against each other and help you decide which one to pick.
In The Far Corner Wearing The Red Trunks We Have The Pomegranate!
The pomegranate is a sweet and tart tasting fruit that is native to Iran and northern India. There are many stories and legends surrounding this fruit, and it has been said that Helen of Troy used pomegranates to help make her more beautiful. Those legends all have some truth behind them, because the pomegranate is one of the healthiest fruits on the planet. Here are some of the main benefits you get from eating pomegranates:
- Has a high level of antioxidants (10,500 on the ORAC Assay)
- Is rich in vitamin C, A, E and folic acid
- Reduces plaque in arteries and raises the levels of good cholesterol
- Prevents enzymes from damaging cartilage
- Fights cancer cells
- Slows down aging
Those all sound great; now let’s take a look at how Acai stacks up
In The Near Corner Wearing The Purple Trunks We Have The Acai Berry!
Acai is a small purple berry that is native to the Amazon Rainforests. It is a staple for the native people, and has recently exploded in popularity around the world. It has an amazing flavor that is similar to a mix of chocolate and berries. Here is a look at what type of benefits you can get from Acai:
- Has a high level of antioxidants (18,400 on the ORAC Assay)
- Is a great source for essential fatty acids
- Provides a boost of energy similar to coffee (without caffeine
- Fights cancer cells
- Slows down aging
- Contains high levels of fiber, amino acids, and Vitamins C, E, and B
Those are some pretty powerful benefits from a little berry, but are it enough to defeat the pomegranate?
And The Winner Is…
In a very close decision I have to give the win to the Acai berry. The determining factor is that Acai has a higher count of antioxidants (18,400 vs 10,500). Many of the benefits derived from these two fruits is based on their antioxidant power, so Acai takes that category hands down. The energy boost is very helpful for almost everyone, so that helps make it the more well-rounded superfood. The only edge pomegranates have is its ability to protect your cartilage and prevent arthritis.
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