Acai Berries, indigenous to the Brazillian rainforest, are one of the planet's most remarkable and nutritious fruits. &ampnbsp;Acai Berries naturally contain Vitamin C and are an excellent source of polyphenols, including rutin, anthocyanins, and catechins. &ampnbsp;Acai is also naturally rich in ellagic acid. &ampnbsp;These and other antioxidant compounds protect tissues from free radical attack, a key factor in healthy aging. &ampnbsp;The nutrients and antioxidants in Acai also help support healthy immune and inflammatory response through their modulatory effects on Nitric Oxide (NO) production. &ampnbsp;Each of these effects is also important for the support of healthy heart and blood vessels.* &ampnbsp;NOW uses only solvent-free, freeze-dried Acai Berries to ensure that the nutrients present in fresh Acai are retained.