Acai palm or aqai (Euterpe oleracea) is a species of palm tree in the genus Euterpe. The plant is native to Central and South America, Brazil and Peru. Its fruit called Acai, which is a small round black-purple drupe about 1 inch in diameter. Acai is widely consumed raw and as an ice cream flavor in Brazil. Acai berry is sold as a dietary supplement in form of tablets, juice and instant drink powders. It is claimed that these supplements provide increased energy levels, increased sexual performance and detoxify human body. Some research also claims that use of Acai berries improves skin appearance and reduces cholesterol levels.

Cayenne- Most of us are aware of the wonders of the hot cayenne, which belongs to the family of capsicum. This herb is mainly used for culinary and health purpose. As compared to black pepper and chilies, it contains less irritating properties. Cayenne when taken naturally works as a natural stimulant and is beneficial for pancreas, kidney and spleen. Cayenne can be taken in herbal tea form, as a natural energy booster or as a capsule to cure yellow fever. Since cayenne contains antiseptic properties it is an effective remedy for sore throats and is used as a gargle. It aids digestion and stimulates saliva and stomach secretion. It also prevents heart attack, reduces cholesterol, allows proper absorption of vitamins, improves blood circulation and effectively clears the sinuses. In the past it was used as a cure for typhoid fever, diphtheria, pleurisy and pneumonia.

Cranberry Concentrate helps fight urinary tract infections. It contains compounds that block bacteria, which help prevent urinary tract infections. It is believed that this function may also help block the bacteria that are responsible for ulcers and certain oral bacteria, which can cause gum disease. It contains chemical compounds proanthocyanidins, which are potent antioxidants that decrease bacterial adherence to bladder epithelium cells. Because of this action, bacteria have less likelihood to group up and cause urinary track infections, bladder infection and other related conditions. Cranberry concentrate also prevents accumulation of bacteria causing dental plaque. Vitro studies suggest that the proanthocyanidin compounds can exhibit anti-carcinogenic activity. It also inhibits low density lipoprotein oxidation, thus reducing heart disease risk.

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Grape Concentrate, as the name implies, is a concentrated juice of grapes. It obviously holds the benefits and ingredients attributed to grape juice. Grape concentrate has this excellent advantage that it is very accommodating. You can add it to any suitable cuisine whether solid or liquid; it will blend in and provide a sweet taste. Grape concentrate possesses polyphenol antioxidants which inhibit cancer, heart and nervous system diseases. Grape concentrates can also be helpful in atherosclerosis by inhibiting platelet aggregation. It also augments physical performance, mental functions and is helpful in hypertension. Grape concentrate is also rich in energy, which is evident from the fact that consuming grapes leaves you with a feeling of being full or satiated. It is a delicious source of ready energy after a workout.

Lemon Juice Concentrate is a good source of vitamin C. It enhances the immune system, fighting common cold and flu, promotes healing and replacement of cells, and improves the skin. It also helps in treating and preventing scurvy. Lemon Juice Concentrate also has high calcium contents; this helps the body build bone density, sustain a healthy nervous system, and also helps in giving energy. Lemon Juice Concentrate promotes healthy digestion, speeding up the metabolism and reducing the occurrence of digestive problems. Lemon Juice Concentrate also aids in flushing out impurities because it is a natural diuretic. It helps in dissolving and reducing gallbladder and kidney stones.

Potassium is an electrolyte, a substance that maintains the fluid levels in the body. It is helpful in regulating blood pressure and heart function. Intake of potassium can benefit people suffering from hypertension. Research has found that a potassium supplement intake decreased incidence of stroke by 60 percent. It neutralizes acids and restores alkaline salts to bloodstream.  It acts along with sodium cells to maintain or restore membrane potentials. Potassium is also vital for nerve functioning and cardiovascular, and regulates nutrients’ transfer into cells and adds to muscle energy. It also helps recuperative powers, besides regulating water balance. Potassium is beneficial for eliminating wastes. It is helpful in controlling headaches and convulsions, and quickens healing of cuts, bruises and other injuries.

Sodium is the element that has the atomic number 11 in the periodic table and is commonly known as the main component in the table salt, together with chloride. Interestingly enough, it is probably the one dietary component which does require limitation rather than supplementation, since that average daily nutritional requirement is around half a gram per day. This most popular food seasoning, salt, is providing the most common source of sodium and chloride in human diets, but is generally overused and may cause health problems, such as high blood pressure, if consumed overly generously. The suggested dose of table salt, or rather the upper limit portion, would be somewhat less than 6 gram per day, according to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, referenced by FDA. In the UK this limit is set at four grams per day.