As is the case with the fresh berries , the acai capsules contain naturally-occurring  nutrients including antioxidants (said to reduce cell damage and help slow ageing), vitamins (nutrients essential to the body’s functioning), minerals (also vital nutrients needed by the body), essential amino acids (aid in repair of  damaged muscle tissue caused by exercise), essential fatty acids (believed to play a part in reducing blood pressure),  and fibre (for maintaining a healthy digestion) .

They are therefore useful for people whose normal diet may be lacking in these important nutrients, or people who need extra nutrients e.g. those who do a lot of strenuous exercise (marathon running, triathlons etc.).

Most manufacturers’ capsules are suitable for vegetarians as the part containing the powder is made from vegetable materials instead of animal-derived products. If you are vegetarian it would be a good idea to check with the seller that the ones that they are selling are suitable for vegetarians.

The usual dose for this supplement is one or two capsules per day. However, as the amounts of powder in each capsule can vary between manufacturers, it’s important to follow your capsule manufacturer’s recommended dosage.

Some people believe that taking these suplements helped them to achieve their weight loss goals, and sometimes it is sold as an aid to weight loss. However, at the moment there does not seem to be any independent scientific evidence that taking this supplement will directly cause weight loss. For people who are on a calorie-controlled diet and taking regular exercise, this type of supplement could be an easy and convenient way to help ensure that you meet the body’s nutrient requirements.