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The natives of the Amazon rainforest have been eating it for many generations with no negative results. They are eating this berry in substantially higher quantities then the 1000 to 4000 mg we would take. Acai berry does not react with any prescriptions.

The high concentration of antioxidants, amino acids, fibers,and omega fatty acids make this a wonder fruit. In the United States you can purchase it in juice, capsule, frozen or powder form.  This fruit grows in the rainforests and only lasts 24 hours before rotting.  Therefore, the processing of this must be done upon harvesting.  We still benefit from all the nutrients.  Only 10% of the fruit is edible anyway.

This wonder supplement can increase your energy and stamina, aid in weight loss, improve your sleep and increase your sex drive.  The fiber contained in this product can help lower your glucose levels which can help prevent diabetes. 40% of the fruit is fiber which makes you feel fuller faster and keeps you feeling full longer when you eat. It is a natural appetite suppressant. Another benefit is the good fats that help metabolize cholesterol and produce estrogen and testosterone.

In a pure state, acai berry does not create any health problems or react with any medication. Many manufacturers add fillers to this product to increase the volumn and make it easier to handle. Some manufacturers enhance the product by adding other vitamins, minerals, herbs or caffeine to it.

To protect yourself you need to purchase this product from a reliable source. A reliable source is a well known manufacturer who clearly states on the lable what is included. The labels should also show the amount of product you are purchasing.

There are no acai berry dangers with 100% pure berries. The only danger would come from any added substances. You can protect yourself  by carefully analyzing the product you are purchasing.

With all of the amazing benefits being reported about this natural supplement, many people are wondering if there are any resveratrol side effects to be worried about.  With the constant discovery of dangerous weight loss supplements, it is only wise that we investigate anything we will be putting in our body.

Before we get into any of the negative effects it might have, I should say that it is believed to be a safe and relatively low risk supplement.  I could not find any instances of death or other serious problems coming from resveratrol.

However, people have reported some minor issues that you should beware of.  They include: diarrhea, joint pain, insomnia, and anxiety.  In most cases the diarrhea is not caused by the compound itself, but an additive many companies use; called emodin.  The joint pain usually was caused by high dosage, and went away after dosage was decreased.  Most of those who reported insomnia and anxiety said it went away after a few weeks.

Any drug or supplement you take will change things in your body that could lead to an adverse reaction.  It is essential that you consult your doctor before adding anything new to your daily routine.