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Where to Find Acai Berries

Acai berries are small purple-blue berries resembling fat blueberries that grow on the acai palm in the rain forests of Central and South America. Acai berries are rich in antioxidants, fiber and omega fatty acids. The berries become rancid very rapidly after harvesting, making fresh distribution difficult. Outside their native growing region you will find acai only in the forms of freeze-dried berry powder, fresh frozen pulp, juice products and capsulized supplements.
  1. Nutrition Stores

    • A large selection of acai berry products is available at national chain and independent nutrition stores such as GNC and at natural and organic foods stores such as Wild Oats, Henry's and Whole Foods. Acai berry products containing varying amounts of acai, so it is advisable to scrutinize labels. Available products range from cereal and capsulized supplements to refrigerated juice blends, energy bars and even sorbets and ice creams.

    Acai Berry Specialist Online Retailers

    • With the growing popularity of antioxidant-rich foods and the focus on ancient foods from around the world that are purportedly health and vitality inducing, such as goji and acai berries, guarani and cocoa nibs, among others, many online retail businesses have been established to meet the demand for these products. While many online establishments have a seemingly fly-by-night appearance, others are clearly established businesses with extensive information, product lines, resource and research links, secure encrypted payment methods and reputable shipment options. Many carry the freeze-dried powder supplements, fewer carry the juice blends and even fewer still sell the fresh frozen pulp that is shipped in dry ice to its destination. For products with high percentages of natural acai and fresh or rare products, these specialist retailers often provide a preferred product.