Significance

• According to Ayurvedic Medicines, acai berries contain electrolytes, protein, antioxidants and amino acids. These small berries also offer vitamins A, B1 and E. Acai berries are often consumed as juices, smoothies or in capsules similar to a vitamin.
  
  

Benefits

• According to WebMD, acai contains anthocyanins and flavonoids, both of which are antioxidants. According to a study conducted at Erasmus Medical Center, antioxidants may reduce the risk of serious diseases such as Alzheimer's disease. The Journal of the American Medical Association reports that antioxidants may also reduce or prevent cancer.
  
  

Warnings

• In most cases the acai berry is very safe, as it is a fruit. However, you may want to avoid the berry if you have berry or pollen allergies.