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  Up until recently, the acai berry was almost unheard of, except in the fruit's native South America. Suddenly acai berries are everywhere and have become phenomenally popular because of their various health benefits. But how are acai berries different than other fruits more commonly found in American grocery stores? The berries have many benefits that give them the status of superfruit.
  
  

Antioxidents

• Acai berries are considered a powerful antioxident. Antioxidents are believed to stop the production of free radicals, thus helping to prevent a variety of health problems including heart disease and cancer. Acai berries contain anthocyanins, a compound also found in red wine that promotes heart health.
  
  

Essential Nutrients

• Acai berries contain a huge number of vitamins and other nutrients. They are rich in B vitamins, riboflavin, calcium, potassium, manganese and vitamin C. These nutrients are good for your general health and are known to promote a strong immune system.
  
  

Fiber

• Acai berries are incredibly high in dietary fiber. By eating even a small amount of acai berries or drinking acai berry juice you can improve your digestion and regularity.
  
  

Anti-aging

• Dietitians also believe that acai berries can play a role in slowing the signs of aging. This is due to a combination of the above factors--the benefits to your overall health will have you feeling more spry. Some proponents also believe that the fruit can improve your skin's appearance and your sex drive.
  
  

Travels Well

• Even though acai berries are grown in South America, their full benefit can be enjoyed around the world. Acai farmers freeze the berries for shipping, and the berries happen to take very well to the procedure, retaining the majority of their nutritional value.