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YouTubeArticles by Dr Greger:
- Acai Berries explains that studies into acai berries increased after they were marketed as a 'superfood' sometimes in 2000s. These studies indicate that acai berries are great but their positive effects are comparable to other (more commonly found and cheaper) berries and common fruits like apples. In other words, acai berries have not lived up to their hype as superfood.
- (2013) The Science on Acai Berries
- (2020) The Antioxidant Power of Acai vs Apples
- (2020) Acai vs. Wild Blueberries for Artery Function
Videos by Dr Greger:
(5 mins) Transcript. Dr Greger's summary: "Acai berries are touted for their antioxidant power, but does that translate into increased antioxidant capacity of your bloodstream when you eat them?"
(5 mins) Transcript. Dr Greger's summary: "An independent review of the effects of acai berries was recently published, including studies on immune function, arthritis, and metabolic parameters."
(6 mins) Transcript. Dr Greger's summary: "What are the effects of acai berries, cooked and raw blueberries, grapes, cocoa, green tea, and freshly squeezed orange juice on artery function?"
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