Exotic berries of an asaa are popular more than 10 years. But, despite of it, today many about them had a contradictory impression. Some call these fruits a source of eternal youth and beauty, and others, on the contrary, consider similar exaggeration and openly say that distribution miracle dietary supplement on a berry basis is fraud of the international scale. What actually represents an asaa what curative properties has what consists of and in what spheres it is applied that experts speak about it — about all this you learn further from article.
Power value or caloric content
Asa do not grow in our areas. These are magnificent Brazilian palm trees from the sort Evterpa which prefer a humid sea climate. Mass cultivation of exotic trees happens only in the Brazilian State of Pará. There culture is very much appreciated as its fruits make up to 50 percent of a diet of local community.
Whether you know? The ancient legend says that the name of a fertile palm tree was given by one of leaders of the tribe of the Amazonian Indians. According to the legend, then these people had very hard times and could not live. To solve a problem, all newborn babies were killed. The cruel decree concerned also family of the leader — his grandson so died. Soon his daughter Iaka also died of a despair and a grief. There was it under a high palm tree which periodically densely became covered by black fruits. Since then the tree was called by "aka" (when reading upside-down — Iaka). It became the main source of food for the tribe in this connection the leader forbade to kill babies.
Natives consider that small violet berries which very much remind our currant by amount of useful substances and a sytnost can quite replace meat products. Scientists considered that the hundred-gram portion of ripe berries contains 247 kilocalories, and it almost as much, how many at beef (234 kcal). For comparison we will note that less high-calorie are such popular products as: ham (120 kcal), chicken meat (124 kcal), duck's flesh (189 kcal).
Chemical composition
To judge advantage or harm of wonderful berries and also about truthfulness of advertizing which guarantees instant healing by the medicines based on asa it is important to understand structure of these fruits.
We advise to read about curative properties and options of application of berries: honeysuckles, games, sweet cherries, cloudberries, guelder-rose, godzha, cherry, blueberry, strawberry, hawthorn, dogrose, cowberry, wild strawberry, cornel.
It agreed with data of laboratory researches it is proved that ekzot it is rich:
- antotsinanam (influence coloring of fruits, and to medicine are used as the natural antioxidants preventing aging of an organism);
- oleic acid (belongs to category of nonsaturated fats and is responsible for normalization of exchange processes);
- ascorbic acid (vitamin C performs immunomodulatory functions, takes part in processes of production of hormones, strengthens vessels, bone and cartilaginous tissues and also promotes digestion of mineral substances);
- Retinolum (vitamin A — antioxidant which improves sight, skin, hair, nails and work of the immune system);
- tocopherol (oil-soluble vitamin E is the antioxidant taking active part in all biological processes which happen in an organism);
- vitamin D (holds calcium, prevents osteoporosis, an osteomalyation, promotes health of teeth and muscle tissues);
- group B vitamins (in a complex these substances provide normal functioning of digestive, nervous, blood systems and also strengthen immunity);
- fatty acids (have anti-inflammatory properties, improve a blood count, strengthen vessels, normalize arterial blood pressure and suppress allergic reactions);
- potassium (controls water balance, normalizes warm rhythms);
- calcium (supports a healthy health of teeth and bones);
- manganese (participates in processes of formation and development of cages, promotes digestion of nutrients);
- copper (is a vital element without which no uniform process of exchange in a human body does);
- iron (it is necessary for support of vitality, a krovoobrazovaniye, immune forces and also for the correct functioning of a thyroid gland);
- zinc (participates in processes of puberty and enzymatic reactions, promotes an organism to cope with the illnesses and the virus attacks).
Whether you know? In ancient times the palm branch was honored as a symbol of a victory and celebration. Romans even had a tradition to reward outstanding champions wreaths from roses and palm leaves. Today fragments of this tree are in national heraldry of Haiti, Guam, Florida and South Carolina.
Useful properties
If to trust sensational advertizing, then fruits of an asaa are a panacea from all diseases. It in 2004 was stated by the American company MonaVie which by means of a wide range of mass media advanced in the market berry juice, cosmetics and dietary supplements based on it.
In marketing templates the plant was positioned as "wonderful food", "the Amazonian pearl" which is characterized by a wide range of natural antioxidants and can not only cure, and even to prevent development of the most terrible illnesses. In particular, it was talked of diseases of cardiovascular and digestive systems which always differed in high statistics of incidence.
Whether you know? In the homeland of these exotic trees from their fruits prepare a dense water-ice of "an asaa on a tizhel". In a dish sometimes use a palm core which also is edible.
But soon this swindle was opened. Especially as the medical nature of products was not confirmed by scientists. The Canadian center of counteraction to fraud called the advertizing campaign of an asaa the largest international scheme of deception of consumers. And the Federal trade commission of the USA accused dietary supplement producers of fraud.
Considering a complex of nutritious components of berries, it is impossible to declare their uselessness categorically. As well as other fruits which, by the way, can be found in our gardens, asa impact on nervous system and digestive process has. Some national Aesculapians nevertheless insist that it is excellent prophylactic from atherosclerosis, condensations of blood, anemia and insomnia.
At anemia apply a mountain ash red, hematogen, a tea mushroom, a kino, pumpkin, avocado, dried apricots, a cornel, buckwheat, beet, a sea cabbage, durian, apples, a fig, watermelon.
Experts refuse to comment on scientifically unreasonable facts. But, along with it, recognize the all-strengthening and toning effect of violet berries. The analysis of their chemical composition disposes to conclusions about need of introduction to the diet of an asaa in terms of feed of an organism vital vitamins and minerals. However, it is possible to replace berry also with something native. Physicians are not tired to warn about emergence of allergic reactions as a result of tasting of overseas fruits.
Application
Despite of warnings of representatives of official medicine of insufficiency of the evidence-based facts concerning curative properties of a palm tree of an asaa, its fruits nevertheless occupied the niche in activity of the person. They are used in the improving, cosmetology and culinary purposes. Let's understand as it occurs.
Important! Regular and uncontrolled eating of berries of an asaa is fraught with obesity and serious failures in work of internals. According to nutritionists it is promoted by the high caloric content of a product and a large number of sugars in its structure.
In medicine
The recommendations of the consumption of fresh berries or their juice for treatment of heart and blood arteries occur in many phytotherapeutic reference books. There is an opinion that the fruit promotes cleaning of an organism of slags, the collected salts and cholesterol.
In some sources the American palm tree is positioned as effective anticarcinogenic remedy. National Aesculapians advise it at nervous breakdowns, insomnia, infertility and loss of sight. Also say that it is excellent aphrodisiac.
Practically in all cases it is recommended to consume only fresh fruits. But as in our latitudes they a big rarity, in the market began to appear special nutritional supplements. They also provoked the international scandal as guaranteed impossible. Many authoritative experts are skeptical about similar medicines, accenting on the short note in the bottom of packing — "natural fruit and berry nectar". If could cure really oncological diseases to berry juice, then the pioneer of this miracle, undoubtedly, the Nobel Prize would wait.
It is important! If you decided to use dietary supplements, then consult about it with the nutritionist and, in case of affirmative answer, surely make small pauses after a two-week course of intake of medicine.
In cosmetology
The ballyhoo concerning salutary impact of berries of an asaa on a human body was picked up also by the cosmetology companies. Promising skin and hair care products were available for sale in the same hour. Moreover, except medical shampoos, balms, creams and lotions, there was decorative cosmetics based on wonderful berries.
Producers guarantee to buyers healthy shine of the person, prevention of an old age and appearance of wrinkles and also smooth and pure leather. Ladies who were tempted on the zazyvny slogans of advertizing, having tested certain means, speak about frequent allergic reactions. What is quite explainable. It is for appearance not obligatory to chase exotic products. And adherents of natural leaving can also on own kitchen garden or in a garden to collect ingredients for house cream or a mask which will not be of a lower quality than branded expensive products.
In cosmetology often also use oil of such plants as: rosemary, walnut, unab, hemp, jojoba, linden, sage medicinal, peach, sandalwood, orange and lemon.
In cookery
If asa so loudly entered life of Europeans, then it is undoubted that it appeared not only in their first-aid kit, a make-up bag, and and on a table. The product is consumed in the fresh and frozen look. Also it is used for preparation of various dessert dishes.
In Brazil from where this palm version is, the dark-violet fruits are used for production of alcoholic and nonalcoholic and also energy drinks. Besides they are used as sousny ingredients.
Important! Berries of an asaa promote a loss of appetite.
Harm and contraindications
The unconditional fact that asa are quickly satisfied by hunger and feeds an organism with a certain set of important substances and antioxidants. But as berry is characterized by overseas origin, according to gastroenterologists, in an organism there are no enzymes which would promote assimilation of a product. Therefore if you in ranks years decided to indulge yourself with an exotic delicacy, then know that it advantage will bring to you a little.
Besides, uncontrolled consumption of such food will promote fast saturation of an organism proteins. Their surplus involves problems in work of nervous system, heart, kidneys, a liver. Plus, owing to a chain of physical and chemical reactions violations of acid-base and water balance are possible.
Important! Experts claim that berry of an asaa can bring a certain benefit if to eat it no later than 2 hours after it is removed from a tree. Therefore long transportation and storage conditions of products are a serious reason for reflection.
Cautiously it is necessary to treat promises of dietary supplement producers of sharp weight reduction. Experts strike these guarantees to sharp criticism, referring to the high caloric content of berries. They cannot be considered in category of dietary fruits.
With extra care to asa pregnant women and the feeding mothers should belong. In similar situations the consultation with the gynecologist and the pediatrician will not prevent.
It is not necessary even to try palm fruits to the people inclined to an allergy. Besides, the first tasting has to take place on the minimum quantity of berries. And only after successful testing them it is possible to increase the number of the ekzot by allergic reactions.
Not to do much harm to the health during a diet, it is necessary to define whether the diet what signs of incorrectly chosen diet and what diets it is better not to adhere suits you.
Ration and rules of the use
Nutritionists advise to enter into a diet only asaa berries, but not doubtful nutritional supplements in the form of powders and tablets. For the first time will be to taste one berry enough.
If your organism positively reacts to it, the quantity can be increased. In day for achievement of the maximum advantage it is recommended to eat no more than 100 grams of a product. Restriction is connected with its high caloric content.
Whether you know? The highest palm tree in the world the tree growing in Colombia which was given the status of national is considered. Its height is more than 50 meters. At the same time, the trunk at the basis reaches half-meter diameter, and at top — 10 centimeters.
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Storage
When it comes to fresh fruits, it is obvious that in the raw they are not intended for long storage. Excepting the facts of processing of goods antibiotics and preservatives which guarantee to exporters its good safety it is possible to prolong asaa life in the fridge. For this purpose berries pour out in a container with a cover and place in confinement.
If desired the product can be frozen. In this case it is required to wash out, pour out carefully it in a colander, and when water dries, to put in packages or a plastic container and to put them in the freezer.
What to prepare
Of course, fruits of an evterpovy palm tree very successfully will be suitable for preparation of drinks and desserts. It can be both elementary works, and difficult masterpieces.
Whether you know? A miscellaneous, for example, in the USA such product it is authorized to sell the relation to dietary supplements in the different countries, only if it has no complaints from consumers, in Germany the majority of additives can be gained only in drugstore and only according to the recipe, and in Britain are allowed to sale by dietary supplement only of domestic production.
We will provide several simple recipes for every day.
Berry smoothie.
For this dish it is required to prepare a glass of kefir or yogurt of house preparation, a tablespoon of the asaa berries which are shaken up in the blender, a honey teaspoon. All ingredients pour in the general capacity and well study the blender to uniform consistence. For improvement of taste it is possible to add banana puree, pieces of dried fruits and integral nutlets.
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Cottage cheese and berry breakfast.
Among necessary ingredients of this dish: 200 grams of home-made cottage cheese, 1 banana, handful of berries of an asaa, half-glass of berries of strawberry, third of a glass of raspberry, glass of milk. All berries need to be poured in one bowl and to shake up the blender to homogeneous mass. Then it is mixed with cottage cheese and milk. It is desirable to leave several berries for ornament.
From all aforesaid a conclusion arises that you should not be trusted extensive importunate advertizing blindly. You do not hurry to give the unjustified sums for doubtful goods. Wait until there passes the general euphoria, and the word will be told by scientists. It concerns an asaa. Perhaps, its fruits also bring benefit to Brazilians, but is up to the end not clear how it concerns inhabitants of our latitudes. Especially as there is an alternative to this overseas exotic.