How toget the best acai extracts
March 7th, 2010
Freeze drying immediately after harvest is by far the best method. But many manufacturers use spray drying or drum drying because it is easier, cheaper and faster to make the end product. Unfortunately the high heat used in these cheaper methods can damage the antioxidants and other nutrients in the food. And with the addition of water, the pulp can be restored to its original state — complete with the original taste and aroma. Unlike juices, freeze drying can also preserve the fiber content of the berry. Another popular supplement is the so called pure acai berry “extract” — sometimes marketed as a 4:1 extract. Extraction normally involves isolating one element of a plant and extracting it.
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