Everyone’s talking about acai bowls these days. And when you find out what they are, it’s hard to be surprised about their popularity on social media. Taking the foodie world by storm, acai bowls are a triple threat: nutritious, delicious and ridiculously photogenic.
Let’s start with the foundation of an acai bowl—the acai berry itself. Packed with antioxidants, fiber and heart-healthy fats, the South American fruit is widely touted as a superfood. And for good reason. An acai berry is a great pick for anyone looking to add more of those nutritional benefits to their regular diet.
There’s a reason why acai berries are known as a “super food.” . Found in the Amazon rain forest, these dark purple berries are rich with vitamins, minerals, amino acids, fibre, and essential fatty acids. It is particularly known for its high-concentration of antioxidants, more specifically anthocyanins, a property that may help to protect the body against several forms of cancer, diabetes and ward off cold and flu. Studies also suggest that anthocyanins help prevent cholesterol from sticking to artery walls and therefore, lower the risk of high blood pressure. . But that’s not the only reason why the fruit has become so popular. Thanks to its many nutritional properties, acai berries have been used to address a number of different issues. This includes aiding in digestion, preventing or relieving constipation, promoting muscle performance and aiding energy production. . Recently, acai berries have been touted as a magically weight-loss aid but this is simply not the case. So far, there is no scientific evidence that proves the fruit promotes weight loss. . However, research does support eating a diet rich in antioxidants and nutrients. As such, acai berries would be a perfect healthy addition to any meal. #foodasmedicine . . . . . #holistichealth #holisticnutrition #healthandwellness #cleaneating #detoxtea #wellnesswarrior ##naturopath #herbalmedicine #herbalist #plantmedicine #naturesmedicine #healingherbs #acai #acaiberries #cleaneating #cleanfood #foodasmedicine
Unfortunately, fresh acai berries are difficult to get here in North America. However, we do have the options of buying frozen acai puree and acai berry powder
—both of which work tremendously well for crafting an acai bowl.
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Now, let’s talk about the mix-ins. A basic acai bowl recipe
usually consists of mixing the acai puree or powder with fruits like fresh berries and bananas, along with your choice of nut butter, granola, and sweetener. Some people also opt to blend in seeds, nuts or oats. Others add in some non-dairy milk.
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Blended with these natural ingredients, the acai helps magically transform this concoction into the best upgraded smoothie bowl you ever had. Thick and creamy to taste, this blend almost calls to mind ice cream—or even nice cream, the healthy version of ice cream.
Much like nice cream, acai bowls can be both healthy enough and filling enough to eat for breakfast—of course depending on what you put in it and on it. (Sorry, but overloading your acai bowl with chocolate chips and tons of maple syrup will render it more of a dessert.)
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But speaking of what you put on an acai bowl, let’s move to toppings next. This is the part where foodies get really creative.
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Due to acai bowls’ creamy consistency, they withstand toppings very well. Unlike a thinner smoothie or a juice, the toppings rarely sink down in the acai bowls.
So this is an optimal chance to add more nutritious benefits to your already healthy breakfast (or lunch, or dinner, or midnight snack…). You can top it with heart healthy nuts, freshly sliced fruits, or chia seeds
for some extra fiber and protein.
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Just be careful with how much of each topping you add. Trust us—it’s easy to go overboard here, but everything is truly better for you in moderation. And that includes acai bowl toppings.
But health benefits and tastiness aside, let’s be honest, acai bowls are optimal for gorgeous photos as well.
Just a snack option for this week. We are encouraging you to eat clean. #whataboutmommys.com
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When you can't decide if you want Açai or Chocolate Nicecream you make both and swirl them together! Nicecream is made with @elitenutrition_ Açai blend from my latest @thesugarfreebox topped with @prospectproject vegan granola and served in my @cocobowls.com.au
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Who’s ready to break out the blender?