Acai Berry Products

Acai Berry

Indigo Herbs Organic Acai Berry Products are sourced from the Amazon rainforest where the berries grows in abundance. 

Our Organic Acai Berry Powder consists of fresh, freeze-dried Acai Berries, milled into a fine purple powder. The best fruit is purportedly those berries which have a powdery silvery sheen across their skin. Produced without preservatives or irradiation, it is these high quality Acai fruits which make up Indigo Herbs pure Organic Acai Powder.

Throughout South America the Acai, or Cabbage Palm, is quite common being a staple for many generations of indigenous rainforest cultures. The tree is used in every facet of forest life from food, drinks, housing materials, clothing, household wares, tools and weapons. In the Amazon, Acai Berry juice is so popular that there are often little stalls called acailandia in the villages and towns along the river selling the drink.

Growing from anywhere between 15-25 metres in height, the Acai palm produces both female and male flowers which are quite small and can range from brown to purple in colour. Each tree can crop up to 1000 kg of berries during the dry season between May and November. The amount of fruit that each palm produces makes the Acai Berry an economical crop for consumption and sale for many of the more deprived people of the region.

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  • High in vitamin A - supports healthy vision
  • High in "anthocyanins", powerful antioxidants that protect the body
  • Rich in dietary fibre to support digestive health
  • An ancient Amazonian food staple, providing nutrition and sustenance for 1000's of years
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Organic Acai Powder from Indigo Herbs is derived from premium quality, fresh Acai Berries that are freeze dried to preserve the nutritional content. This deep purple, superfruit powder can be added to smoothies, baked goods or used to make the famous Brazilian breakfast dish “Tigela de Acai”.

At Indigo Herbs we are passionate about premium quality botanicals. Explore the tabs on this page to find out more about the quality, manufacture and suggested use of this superfruit powder. We are committed to empowering optimum health and nutrition and assisting you to take responsibility for your own health and wellbeing, by having access to many of natures healing botanicals. 

acaizeiro
acaí-do-Pará
cabbage palm,

Our Organic Acai Powder is rich in vitamins A and E – both fat soluble antioxidant compounds which have the ability to gently neutralise free radicals in the body – foreign invading microorganisms and environmental toxins - thus protecting the cells from oxidative stress.  This allows the immune system to function at a higher level, making it more effective in attacking these opportunistic microbes.  Vitamin A is also well known for its role in eye health with the beta-carotene being converted into retinol which produces pigments in the retina. 

Also high in vitamins B1 and B2 – both water soluble vitamins which means we must constantly replenish them – these two vitamins are critical in the breakdown of food we consume into usable energy, without adequate B vitamins the enzymes involved in energy production do not function optimally.  These are also key vitamins in protecting and promoting the health of the nervous system by assisting in the proper development of myelin sheaths around the nerves

An important source of the vital minerals iron, calcium and potassium, acai powder is delicious when added to smoothies, a bowl of breakfast oatmeal or mix in with some yoghurt to give the start to your day a powerful antioxidant boost!

Acai Berry powder is a ready to eat and can be added to either food or drink to enhance taste. This purple powder can be re-hydrated in liquid, such as water or fruit juice. Acai Berry is a delicious Superfood that can be added to a breakfast fruit smoothie, muesli, flapjack, yogurt or other foods.

Serving:

1 teaspoon up to twice a day.

1 teaspoon equals 2 grams (1 tsp = 2g).
  • Certified Organic by The Organic Food Federation.
  • Produced to GMP standards.
  • Quality Assured by Indigo Herbs.
  • Suitable for vegetarians and vegans.
  • Re-sealable air tight, foil pouch.
  • 100% pure botanical ingredients, absolutely nothing added.

Manufacture Process

Indigo Herbs Organic Acai Powder comes from berries that are harvested by cooperatives of local river people between May and November each year and sold at marketplaces dedicated specifically for Acai purchasing. The berries are then selected and cleaned, the skin disposed of and the pulp extracted, pasteurized and frozen. The freezing process consists of exposing the Acai fruit to a vacuumed environment at a temperature of -40. This method eliminates all water in the fruit through a process called sublimation and insures that the powder doesn't lose any nutritional value from heat processing or preservatives. Throughout the process all organic standards are adhered to with special attention paid to keeping this powder completely contaminant free. The whole process takes less than 24 hours from harvest to bring you the very best pure light purple Organic Acai Powder.

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Vitamin A

Vitamin A is the name given to a group of fat-soluble antioxidant compounds.  Two different types of vitamin A are found in the diet; “preformed vitamin A” (also referred to as retinol or retinal) is found in animal products and “pro-vitamin A” is found in plant based foods - the most common type being beta-carotene.  It was the first fat soluble vitamin to be recognised and is sometimes referred to as the “anti-infective” vitamin due to its enhancement of the body’s immunity against infections by increasing the lymphatic responses against disease forming antigens.  It keeps the mucous membranes moist that line the mouth, respiratory passage and urinary tract and enhances the activity of white blood cells. 

Known as retinol because it produces the pigments in the retina in the eye, it enables your eyes to adjust to light changes, keeps the eyes moist and improves night vision.  It can also significantly reduce the risk of cataracts and macular degeneration.  Vitamin A helps to keep your body free from free radicals and toxins which might cause damage to your skin, helping to keep it soft and supple by ensuring moisture retention.  Vitamin A deficiency can impair iron metabolism which can lead to anaemia despite adequate iron intake.  Playing an important role in cells’ ability to adapt to perform specific functions in larger organs, the richest sources of preformed vitamin A are found in liver, kidney, butter and whole milk, whereas good sources of pro-vitamin A are dark green leafy vegetables and yellow-orange vegetables such as sweet potatoes and carrots.

Vitamin A contributes to:

·         normal iron metabolism

·         the maintenance of normal mucous membranes

·         the maintenance of normal skin

·         the maintenance of normal vision

·         the normal function of the immune system

·         Vitamin A has a role in the process of cell specialisation

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Vitamin E

Vitamin E is an umbrella term for a group of eight fat soluble compounds (tocopherols) that are found in a wide variety of wholefoods.  These compounds, of which alpha-tocopherol is the most biologically active, have a number of functions in the body. 

Vitamin E is an important antioxidant whose primary role in the body is to scavenge free radicals – these are rogue atoms or atomic groups that have lost at least one electron, forcing them to steal electrons from neighbouring molecules in the hope of stabilizing themselves.  Whilst unsurprisingly this can cause havoc in the body, vitamin E has the ability to neutralize these free radicals thus protecting the cells from oxidative stress.  Vitamin E deficiency is rare due to its ability, whilst working in concert with a number of other compounds (including vitamin C), to restore reduced levels of vitamin E in the body.  The richest source of vitamin E is wheat germ, other foods that contain significant amounts include eggs, nuts, sunflower seeds, cold-pressed vegetable oils and avocados.

Vitamin E contributes to:

·         the protection of cells from oxidative stress

·         the regeneration of the reduced form of Vitamin E

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Vitamin B1

Also known as thiamin, vitamin B1 is one of the eight water soluble vitamins in the vitamin B family.  It is a vital human nutrient playing an important role in how we convert our food into energy – when we consume our food it is broken down into simpler units such as carbohydrates, fats and amino acids, vitamin B1 plays a crucial role in utilising these units to produce energy.  This is especially true for cells in the brain where the energy demand is really high which is why it is also referred to as a “morale vitamin” for its positive effect on the nervous system and a healthy mental attitude! 

Promoting the health of the nervous system, vitamin B1 helps in the proper development of the myelin sheaths around nerves, improving the body’s ability to withstand stress, it is often called the “anti-stress” vitamin and is also reported to improve the memory and powers of concentration.  Thiamin is essential to the body’s cardiac heath, involved in blood formation and helping in the production of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine which is used to relay messages between the nerves and muscles to ensure proper cardiac function.  Brewer’s yeast and liver are the richest sources of vitamin B1, however, spirulina, linseeds, rye, wheat germ and kidney beans are also important sources of this vitamin.

Vitamin B1 contributes to:

·         normal energy-yielding metabolism

·         the normal functioning of the nervous system

·         normal psychological function

·         the normal function of the heart

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Vitamin B2

Vitamin B2, also known as riboflavin, is a water soluble vitamin.  It is one of the eight B vitamins that are essential for human health and is found in a variety of foods, both plant based and animal based, and is not lost in cooking like many of the other vitamins.  Vitamin B2 is critical to the breakdown of dietary carbohydrates, fats and proteins into energy that you can use.  Without adequate riboflavin in the diet the enzymes involved in energy production do not function optimally which can lead to tiredness and stress. 

Working in tandem with other B vitamins, vitamin B2 helps to protect the nervous system and plays an important role in saving your body from oxidative stress caused by free radicals, serving as a component of the enzyme glutathione reductase which helps to neutralize free radicals.  Essential for the formation of fresh red blood cells, vitamin B2 also interacts with iron which is used to synthesize haemoglobin, allowing your body to get the oxygen rich blood needed to perform the daily functions of life.   Along with vitamin A, riboflavin also helps to maintain the mucous membranes in the digestive system.  Playing a major role in ensuring healthy corneas, perfect vision and radiant skin, vitamin B2 is best consumed as nature intended!  Dietary sources rich in this important vitamin include; dark leafy green vegetables, barleygrass, mushrooms, avocados, dairy products and wild rice.

 

Vitamin B2 contributes to:

·         normal energy yielding metabolism

·         the normal functioning of the nervous system

·         the maintenance of normal mucous membranes

·         the maintenance of normal red blood cells

·         the maintenance of normal skin

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Iron
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Iron

Iron is needed for a number of highly complex processes that continuously take place in the body on a molecular level and that are indispensable to human life.  Formation of haemoglobin is the chief function of this mineral – this is the primary protein found in red blood cells and represents about two thirds of the body’s iron.  Haemoglobin binds to the oxygen molecules that you breathe in from the air and releases them into your tissues.  The brain receives around 20% of the blood oxygen and a proper flow of blood to the brain can stimulate cognitive activity and help to create new neural pathways, it is especially important that children consume enough iron in their diet – iron deficiency in the first two years of a child’s life is associated with delayed cognitive and psychomotor development.  

Ribonucleic reductase is an iron dependant enzyme that is required for DNA synthesis (cell division), thus iron is required for a number of functions including healing and immune function - red blood cells are necessary for providing oxygen to damaged tissues, organs and cells.  Iron is also involved in food metabolism and is a cofactor and activator for some enzymes which play key roles in energy production and metabolism.  If iron stores are low symptoms can include tiredness, fatigue and dizziness.  Dietary iron has two forms, heme (animal based) and non-heme (plant based), important sources are; grass fed beef, oysters, spinach, lentils and beans.

Iron contributes to:

·         normal cognitive function

·         normal energy-yielding metabolism

·         normal formation of red blood cells and haemoglobin

·         normal oxygen transport in the body

·         normal function of the immune system

·         the reduction of tiredness and fatigue

·         normal cognitive development of children

·         Iron has a role in the process of cell division

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Potassium

Potassium, the third most abundant mineral in the human body, is an essential mineral whose ions are vital for the functioning of all living cells!  Potassium plays a role at both the cellular and electrical level – considered and electrolyte because it carries a tiny electrical charge – it is found in red blood cells, muscles and bones.  Our bodies use potassium ions to conduct electrical impulses along muscle and nerve cells, it helps to boost the efficiency of nerve reflexes that transmit messages from one body part to another, this in turn helps in muscle contraction to perform various activities without tiring quickly. 

Potassium also has vasodilating properties that work to relieve the tension of blood vessels which is one of the main causes of high blood pressure.  It is helpful in reversing the role of sodium in unbalancing normal blood pressure thus acting as a vital component that maintains the normality of blood pressure in the human body.  The importance of potassium should not be underestimated in your dietary plan, most famously found in bananas other rich sources of potassium include spinach, avocados and coconut water.

Potassium contributes to:

·         normal functioning of the nervous system

·         normal muscle function

·         the maintenance of normal blood pressure

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Calcium

Forming 2% of total body weight in adults, calcium’s best known role is in bone and tooth health.  It forms a part of hydroxyapatite, the mineral complex that makes your bones and teeth hard and maintains bone density.  It is especially important that children consume an adequate amount of calcium to maximise their bone mass prior to adult years.  Also an important part of the blood clotting process, calcium works together with vitamin K and a protein called fibrinogen in the clotting cascade, without adequate levels of calcium and vitamin K the blood will take longer to clot.  Calcium helps your muscles contract in response to nerve stimulation, it activates a protein called calmodulin that your muscle cells need to provide the fuel they need to function.  Assisting in the transmission of neural impulses, the calcium in your body also aids other types of cell communication – it acts as a “second messenger” in your cells which means it responds to chemical signals from outside your cells and then triggers a response inside your cell. 

Calcium helps to activate several digestive enzymes and there is considerable evidence that calcium and vitamin D intake are influential in modulating energy metabolism in humans.  Like all minerals, calcium doesn’t work alone but in tandem with other nutrients such as magnesium and vitamin D, for this reason, obtaining our calcium from whole foods – foods whose nutrient profiles have been optimised by nature for superior absorption – is the best way to remain healthy!  Excellent natural calcium sources include; chia seeds, sesame seeds, seaweed (such as kelp and Kombu), dark leafy greens and dairy products (such as yoghurt, cheese and kefir).

Calcium contributes to:

·         normal blood clotting

·         normal energy-yielding metabolism

·         normal muscle function

·         normal neurotransmission

·         the normal function of digestive enzymes

·         Calcium has a role in the process of cell division and specialisation

·         Calcium is needed for the maintenance of normal bones

·         Calcium is needed for the maintenance of normal teeth

·         Calcium is needed for normal growth and development of bone in children

 

Organic Acai Powder Nutritional Data
Nutritional info Per 100g Serving 4g Serving %RDA*
Daily Portion in grams 4g
Energy KJ/Kcal 2462KJ/588Kcal 98KJ/24Kcal 1.2%
Fat 53.8g 2.15g 3%
of which saturates 33g 1.32g
Carbohydrate 1.3g 0.05g 0.02%
of which sugars 0.9g 0.04g
Protein 8.8g 0.35g 0.7%
Dietary Fibre 31.7g 1.27g
Salt 66mg 2.64mg 0.04%
Vitamin A 0.6mg 0.02mg 3.01%
Vitamin E 20mg 0.80mg 6.7%
Vitamin B1 1.36mg 0.05mg 4.9%
Vitamin B2 1.21mg 0.05mg 3.5%
Potassium 530mg 21.2mg 1.1%
Calcium 156mg 6.2mg 0.8%
Iron 4.3mg 0.2mg 1.2%
Anthocyanins by HPLC method 385mg
Antioxidant Capacity (ORAC fl) 0.07mg
Polyphenols 3.30mg

Superfood Powder - Beetroot Acai Baobab (Super Vital)
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  • Proprietary blend of superfoods designed to boost vitality
  • High in vitamin C and antioxidants - supports a healthy immune system
  • Vibrant colour and great taste - perfect for a morning smoothie
  • Re-sealable air tight, foil pouch to ensure maximum freshness
  • 100% pure botanical ingredients, absolutely nothing added
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Superfood Powder - Beetroot Acai Baobab (Super Vital) from Indigo Herbs is a top quality blend of superfoods, consisting of Acai, Baobab and Beetroot Powders. Super Vital Superfood Powder is high in Vitamin C and antioxidants, great for keeping the blood pure and the immune system in tip top condition. Try this superfood blend to add an abundance of vitality and energy to your day. It has an amazing magenta colour and a tangy deep taste to compliment any smoothie.

At Indigo Herbs we are passionate about premium quality botanicals. Explore the tabs on this page to find out more about the health benefits, quality, manufacture and suggested use of this Super blend powder. At Indigo Herbs we are committed to empowering optimum health and nutrition and assisting you to take responsibility for your own health and wellbeing, by having access to many of nature’s healing botanicals.

High in vitamin C, our Super Vital Blend was created to help you stay on top of your game throughout the day.  The vitamin C will give your body a boost, promote the health of your immune system and with powerful antioxidant properties will help you gently detoxify from everyday stresses.

The inclusion of Beetroot Powder in this blend will amplify the vitamin C’s ability to get into the bloodstream and travel more rapidly around the body to the areas most needed. 

Another important mineral brought to this blend by our Organic Baobab Powder is potassium – this is vital for the functioning of all living cells!  Carrying a tiny electrical charge our bodies use potassium to conduct electrical impulses along muscles and nerve cells, further boosting the performance of any nutrients we ingest alongside it.  Also great for the blood, it relieves the tension in blood vessels and maintains normal blood pressure.

Finally our Organic Acai Powder brings balance to the blend with respectable amounts of vitamins E and B1 and the essential minerals calcium, magnesium and iron, both magnesium and iron are known to boost low energy levels making this the perfect pick-me-up blend for any time of the day.

The recommended daily amount of this Super powder blend can be re-hydrated in liquid such as water, vegetable or fruit juice. This delicious Superfood can be added to a breakfast smoothie, soups, stews, or other foods.

Serving:

It is recommended to take ½ to 4 teaspoons of Super Vital per day. Super Vital Powder should be introduced gradually to enable the body to get used to any detoxification reaction.

Contraindications:

Beetroot - 10-15% of population experience red urine when consumed high amounts of Beetroot, this has no apparent consequence.

  • Produced to GMP standards.
  • Quality Assured by Indigo Herbs.
  • Suitable for vegetarians and vegans.
  • Re-sealable air tight, foil pouch.
  • 100% pure botanical ingredients, absolutely nothing added.

The Superfood Powders that constitute our SuperVital Blend are produced to the very highest standards. The Beetroot Powder comes from some of the best Beetroots in Europe, whilst the Baobab Powder is completely free of heat treatment ensuring the delicate nutrients remain intact. Finally, the Acai Powder comes from the finest Organic Acai Berries which are fast dried resulting in a pure, light purple powder.

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Vitamin C

Vitamin C, a water soluble vitamin also known as ascorbic acid, is one of the safest and most effective vitamins whose benefits are many.  It is absolutely vital in collagen production – collagen is a simple protein and an essential part of our connective tissue – the very framework of our body.  All of the components that hold our bodies together such as skin, bones, blood vessels, teeth and gums, tendons and cartilage rely upon collagen.  Vitamin C is directly responsible for influencing collagen synthesis and helps to shield us from the symptoms of collagen deletion – most famously scurvy! 

A powerful antioxidant, vitamin C can protect cells from the damaging effects of free radicals which are harmful by-products of digestion or foreign substances in the atmosphere.  Inside the body it changes form to a negatively charged compound called ascorbate which helps to protect nerve cells and improves psychological function.  It has been known as the antioxidant’s antioxidant because it functions to protect vitamin E from oxidation too, another vitamin that interacts with free radicals to prevent cell damage.  Vitamin C strongly enhances the absorption of iron - when they are consumed and digested together, vitamin C combines with the iron to form a compound that is more easily absorbed.  Crucial to the overall health of the body in its efforts to fight off infections – both bacterial and viral – white blood cells contain 20 times the amount of vitamin C than other cells and require constant replenishment to keep the immune system working to its optimum capacity, especially during and after intense physical exercise.    Whilst highly concentrated in citrus fruits, other rich sources of vitamin C are acerola cherries, leafy green vegetables, red peppers and potatoes.

Vitamin C contributes to:

·         normal collagen formation for the normal function of blood vessels

·         normal collagen formation for the normal function of bones

·         normal collagen formation for the normal function of cartilage

·         normal collagen formation for the normal function of gums

·         normal collagen formation for the normal function of skin

·         normal collagen formation for the normal function of teeth

·         normal energy-yielding metabolism

·         normal functioning of the nervous system

·         normal psychological function

·         the normal function of the immune system

·         maintain the normal function of the immune system during and after intense physical exercise

·         the protection of cells from oxidative stress

·         the reduction of tiredness and fatigue

·         the regeneration of the reduced form of vitamin E

·         Vitamin C increases iron absorption

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Potassium
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Potassium

Potassium, the third most abundant mineral in the human body, is an essential mineral whose ions are vital for the functioning of all living cells!  Potassium plays a role at both the cellular and electrical level – considered and electrolyte because it carries a tiny electrical charge – it is found in red blood cells, muscles and bones.  Our bodies use potassium ions to conduct electrical impulses along muscle and nerve cells, it helps to boost the efficiency of nerve reflexes that transmit messages from one body part to another, this in turn helps in muscle contraction to perform various activities without tiring quickly. 

Potassium also has vasodilating properties that work to relieve the tension of blood vessels which is one of the main causes of high blood pressure.  It is helpful in reversing the role of sodium in unbalancing normal blood pressure thus acting as a vital component that maintains the normality of blood pressure in the human body.  The importance of potassium should not be underestimated in your dietary plan, most famously found in bananas other rich sources of potassium include spinach, avocados and coconut water.

Potassium contributes to:

·         normal functioning of the nervous system

·         normal muscle function

·         the maintenance of normal blood pressure

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Vitamin E

Vitamin E is an umbrella term for a group of eight fat soluble compounds (tocopherols) that are found in a wide variety of wholefoods.  These compounds, of which alpha-tocopherol is the most biologically active, have a number of functions in the body. 

Vitamin E is an important antioxidant whose primary role in the body is to scavenge free radicals – these are rogue atoms or atomic groups that have lost at least one electron, forcing them to steal electrons from neighbouring molecules in the hope of stabilizing themselves.  Whilst unsurprisingly this can cause havoc in the body, vitamin E has the ability to neutralize these free radicals thus protecting the cells from oxidative stress.  Vitamin E deficiency is rare due to its ability, whilst working in concert with a number of other compounds (including vitamin C), to restore reduced levels of vitamin E in the body.  The richest source of vitamin E is wheat germ, other foods that contain significant amounts include eggs, nuts, sunflower seeds, cold-pressed vegetable oils and avocados.

Vitamin E contributes to:

·         the protection of cells from oxidative stress

·         the regeneration of the reduced form of Vitamin E

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Vitamin B1

Also known as thiamin, vitamin B1 is one of the eight water soluble vitamins in the vitamin B family.  It is a vital human nutrient playing an important role in how we convert our food into energy – when we consume our food it is broken down into simpler units such as carbohydrates, fats and amino acids, vitamin B1 plays a crucial role in utilising these units to produce energy.  This is especially true for cells in the brain where the energy demand is really high which is why it is also referred to as a “morale vitamin” for its positive effect on the nervous system and a healthy mental attitude! 

Promoting the health of the nervous system, vitamin B1 helps in the proper development of the myelin sheaths around nerves, improving the body’s ability to withstand stress, it is often called the “anti-stress” vitamin and is also reported to improve the memory and powers of concentration.  Thiamin is essential to the body’s cardiac heath, involved in blood formation and helping in the production of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine which is used to relay messages between the nerves and muscles to ensure proper cardiac function.  Brewer’s yeast and liver are the richest sources of vitamin B1, however, spirulina, linseeds, rye, wheat germ and kidney beans are also important sources of this vitamin.

Vitamin B1 contributes to:

·         normal energy-yielding metabolism

·         the normal functioning of the nervous system

·         normal psychological function

·         the normal function of the heart

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Calcium

Forming 2% of total body weight in adults, calcium’s best known role is in bone and tooth health.  It forms a part of hydroxyapatite, the mineral complex that makes your bones and teeth hard and maintains bone density.  It is especially important that children consume an adequate amount of calcium to maximise their bone mass prior to adult years.  Also an important part of the blood clotting process, calcium works together with vitamin K and a protein called fibrinogen in the clotting cascade, without adequate levels of calcium and vitamin K the blood will take longer to clot.  Calcium helps your muscles contract in response to nerve stimulation, it activates a protein called calmodulin that your muscle cells need to provide the fuel they need to function.  Assisting in the transmission of neural impulses, the calcium in your body also aids other types of cell communication – it acts as a “second messenger” in your cells which means it responds to chemical signals from outside your cells and then triggers a response inside your cell. 

Calcium helps to activate several digestive enzymes and there is considerable evidence that calcium and vitamin D intake are influential in modulating energy metabolism in humans.  Like all minerals, calcium doesn’t work alone but in tandem with other nutrients such as magnesium and vitamin D, for this reason, obtaining our calcium from whole foods – foods whose nutrient profiles have been optimised by nature for superior absorption – is the best way to remain healthy!  Excellent natural calcium sources include; chia seeds, sesame seeds, seaweed (such as kelp and Kombu), dark leafy greens and dairy products (such as yoghurt, cheese and kefir).

Calcium contributes to:

·         normal blood clotting

·         normal energy-yielding metabolism

·         normal muscle function

·         normal neurotransmission

·         the normal function of digestive enzymes

·         Calcium has a role in the process of cell division and specialisation

·         Calcium is needed for the maintenance of normal bones

·         Calcium is needed for the maintenance of normal teeth

·         Calcium is needed for normal growth and development of bone in children

 

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Magnesium

The importance of magnesium ions for all life itself, as well as for overall vibrant health, is hard to overstate.  Frequently referred to as the “miracle mineral”, magnesium is required to give the “spark of life” to metabolic functions involving the creation of energy and its transport, the creation and synthesis of proteins and is involved in literally hundreds of enzymatic reactions - it activates the enzymes that make copies of DNA and RNA making it essential in the process of cell division. 

Roughly half of your body’s magnesium is stored in your bones and acts as a cofactor with calcium and vitamin D to maintain and strengthen the bone structure and teeth (your teeth can only form hard enamel from calcium if magnesium is available).  It also works, again in concert with calcium, to regulate electrical impulses in the cells.  Cellular calcium channels allow the mineral to enter the cell only as long as needed to conduct an impulse, it is ushered out immediately by magnesium once its task is fulfilled, operating as a natural calcium channel blocker and responsible for relaxation, magnesium is pivotally important to the functioning of the parasympathetic nervous system.  Both magnesium and calcium are intimately involved with muscle function (magnesium relaxes, calcium contracts) with frequent muscle cramps being a symptom of a deficiency in magnesium.  If magnesium is severely deficient, the brain is particularly affected as magnesium is crucial to the production of neurotransmitters and the integrity of the blood brain barrier and therefore is needed to maintain normal psychological function.  The best food sources of magnesium include; avocados, chia and hemp seeds, sesame seeds, raw cacao and raw chocolate, sprouted nuts/seeds, sea vegetables (such as kelp and nori), raw green vegetables and grass fed dairy products.

Magnesium contributes to:

·         a reduction of tiredness and fatigue

·         electrolyte balance

·         normal energy yielding metabolism

·         normal functioning of the nervous system

·         normal muscle function

·         normal protein synthesis

·         normal psychological function

·         the maintenance of normal bones

·         the maintenance of normal teeth

·         Magnesium has a role in the process of cell division

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Iron

Iron is needed for a number of highly complex processes that continuously take place in the body on a molecular level and that are indispensable to human life.  Formation of haemoglobin is the chief function of this mineral – this is the primary protein found in red blood cells and represents about two thirds of the body’s iron.  Haemoglobin binds to the oxygen molecules that you breathe in from the air and releases them into your tissues.  The brain receives around 20% of the blood oxygen and a proper flow of blood to the brain can stimulate cognitive activity and help to create new neural pathways, it is especially important that children consume enough iron in their diet – iron deficiency in the first two years of a child’s life is associated with delayed cognitive and psychomotor development.  

Ribonucleic reductase is an iron dependant enzyme that is required for DNA synthesis (cell division), thus iron is required for a number of functions including healing and immune function - red blood cells are necessary for providing oxygen to damaged tissues, organs and cells.  Iron is also involved in food metabolism and is a cofactor and activator for some enzymes which play key roles in energy production and metabolism.  If iron stores are low symptoms can include tiredness, fatigue and dizziness.  Dietary iron has two forms, heme (animal based) and non-heme (plant based), important sources are; grass fed beef, oysters, spinach, lentils and beans.

Iron contributes to:

·         normal cognitive function

·         normal energy-yielding metabolism

·         normal formation of red blood cells and haemoglobin

·         normal oxygen transport in the body

·         normal function of the immune system

·         the reduction of tiredness and fatigue

·         normal cognitive development of children

·         Iron has a role in the process of cell division

Superfood Powder - Beetroot Acai Baobab (Super Vital) Nutritional Data
Nutritional info Per 100g Serving 10g Serving %RDA*
Daily Portion in grams 10
Energy KJ/Kcal 1447KJ/346Kcal 145KJ/35Kcal 1.72%
Fat 7.3g 0.7g 1.04%
of which saturates 4.2g 0.4g
Carbohydrate 48.6g 4.9g 1.87%
of which sugars 35.8g 3.6g 3.97%
Protein 8.9g 0.9g 1.79%
Dietary Fibre 32.5g 3.3g
Salt 296.59mg 29.66mg 0.49%
Vitamin E 2.5mg 0.25mg 2.08%
Vitamin C 57.95mg 5.80mg 7.24%
Vitamin B1 0.17mg 0.02mg 1.55%
Potassium 1031.04mg 103.1mg 5.16%
Calcium 223.43mg 22.34mg 2.79%
Magnesium 62.9mg 6.29mg 1.68%
Iron 3.69mg 0.37mg 2.63%

Rio Amazon Acai Extract 500mg (60 vegicaps)
Rio Amazon Acai Extract 500mg (60 vegicaps)
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$15.78
  • Super antioxidant - stabilized at 10% polyphenols
  • Helps minimise the damage to cells caused by free radicals
  • Rich source of plants sterols, vitamins (B1, C, A and E) and minerals
$15.78
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Rio Amazon Acai Extract 500mg (60 vegicaps). Acai is loaded with purple pigment anthocyanins, a particular flavonoid known for its antioxidant capacity and ability to minimise the damage to cells from free radicals. It is these plant chemicals that give red wine, grapes, pomegranates, and red and purple berries their colour. Acai (pronounced ah-sigh-ee) is the dark purple, nutrient-rich, fruit of a wild palm which grows abundantly in the rainforests of the Amazon.

Indigo Herbs has selected some of the best dietary supplements, teas & snacks from other leading health brands to complement our own extensive range of nutritionally dense superfoods, wholefoods, herbal powders and loose leaf teas. As well as being of the highest quality we believe these products directly relate to Indigo Herbs mission to offer our customers the best possible range of life enhancing health and nutrition supplements.

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Maltodextrin (derived from corn), Acai (Euterpe oleraceae Mart.) dry extract 10%, capsule shell: vegetable cellulose.

Swanson Acai Berry Supplement 500mg (120 caps)
Swanson Acai Berry Supplement 500mg (120 caps)
Swanson
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$14.24
  • Celebrated berry from the Amazon rain forests
  • More antioxidant power than red grapes and red wine
  • Potent formula provides a 4:1 concentrate
  • Made with Gelatin Capsules
  • Not suitable for Vegetarians or Vegans
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Swanson Acai Berry Supplement 500mg (120 caps) Swanson Acai comes from the fruit of a palm tree that grows in the Amazon rain forests of Brazil. Acai is so great because it's bursting with antioxidants that protect your health and give you energy! In fact, it delivers more antioxidant power than both red grapes and red wine. Acai also provides a nearly perfect profile of amino acids, plus it contains important trace minerals too.

Indigo Herbs has selected some of the best dietary supplements, teas & snacks from other leading health brands to complement our own extensive range of nutritionally dense superfoods, wholefoods, herbal powders and loose leaf teas. As well as being of the highest quality we believe these products directly relate to Indigo Herbs mission to offer our customers the best possible range of life enhancing health and nutrition supplements.

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Acai Berry (Euterpe oleracea) (4:1 concentrate), Maltodextrin, microcrystalline cellulose (plant fiber), gelatin.

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