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AcaiVida® (Açaí Berry Extract)

Euterpe oleracea
Evidence Level
Preliminary
1 Clinical Trial
3 Documented Benefits
1/5 Evidence Score

AcaiVida® is an açaí (Euterpe oleracea) berry ingredient, the deep-purple Amazonian fruit prized for its antioxidant anthocyanins and healthy fats. Açaí has been examined in early research for antioxidant and metabolic markers, though human evidence is preliminary.

Studied Dose Dose varies by preparation; the only cited human study (an uncontrolled pilot) used açaí PULP at high intake (100 g twice daily). No validated dose is established for AcaiVida® specifically.
Active Compound Açaí (Euterpe oleracea) berry pulp or extract rich in anthocyanins and monounsaturated fats.

Benefits

Metabolic support

In a small open-label pilot (uncontrolled, no placebo group) using a generic açaí berry preparation — not AcaiVida® specifically — participants showed changes in some metabolic markers, including measures related to blood sugar and lipids; without a control group these preliminary findings cannot be attributed to açaí.

Supported by Trial 1

Antioxidant defense

Açaí's anthocyanins show antioxidant activity in laboratory tests, which may help counter oxidative stress; human outcome evidence is limited.

Heart-health support

The berry's polyphenols and healthy fats have been examined in early research, but robust human cardiovascular outcome data for açaí are lacking.

Supported by Trial 1

Mechanism of action

1

Anthocyanin antioxidants

Açaí's deep-purple anthocyanins scavenge free radicals and support antioxidant defenses.

2

Lipid and glucose support

Açaí polyphenols have been examined for blood-sugar and lipid handling, but human data are preliminary (a single uncontrolled pilot).

Clinical trials

1
Açaí and Metabolic Parameters — Pilot Study
PubMed

Open-label, uncontrolled pilot (n≈10, no placebo) of a generic açaí berry preparation — not AcaiVida® — on metabolic parameters in a healthy overweight population. (Udani et al. 2011, Nutrition Journal)

Healthy overweight adults.

Because the design was open-label and uncontrolled (no placebo group), any changes cannot be attributed to açaí with confidence; controlled trials are warranted.

Side effects and drug interactions

Common Potential side effects

Generally well-tolerated — adverse effects are uncommon at normal doses.
Mild digestive upset is occasionally reported.
Discontinue if any unusual reaction occurs.

Important Drug interactions

No major drug interactions are established for this ingredient.
Tell your doctor about all supplements if you take prescription medication.
Use caution if pregnant, breastfeeding, or managing a health condition.

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Frequently asked questions about AcaiVida® (Açaí Berry Extract)

What is AcaiVida?

AcaiVida® is an açaí (Euterpe oleracea) berry ingredient, the deep-purple Amazonian fruit prized for its antioxidant anthocyanins and healthy fats. Açaí has been examined in early research for antioxidant and metabolic markers, though human evidence is preliminary.

What is AcaiVida used for?

AcaiVida is researched primarily for Antioxidant, Cardiovascular, and Metabolic Health. In a small open-label pilot (uncontrolled, no placebo group) using a generic açaí berry preparation — not AcaiVida® specifically — participants showed changes in some metabolic markers, including measures related to blood sugar and lipids;…

What is the recommended dosage of AcaiVida?

The clinically studied dose is Dose varies by preparation; the only cited human study (an uncontrolled pilot) used açaí PULP at high intake (100 g twice daily). No validated dose is established for AcaiVida® specifically. Always follow the product label and check with a healthcare provider for personal advice.

Is AcaiVida safe, and does it have side effects?

For most healthy adults, AcaiVida is well tolerated at studied doses. Reported effects can include: Generally well-tolerated — adverse effects are uncommon at normal doses. Mild digestive upset is occasionally reported. It may also interact with some medications. AcaiVida is not right for everyone, so check with a healthcare provider first if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have a medical condition, or take prescription medication.

Does AcaiVida interact with any medications?

Possible interactions include: No major drug interactions are established for this ingredient. Tell your doctor about all supplements if you take prescription medication. If you take prescription medication, check with a pharmacist or doctor before using it.

How strong is the scientific evidence for AcaiVida?

NutraSmarts rates the evidence for AcaiVida as Preliminary (1 out of 5). It is backed by 1 clinical trial and 1 cited reference summarized on this page. A higher rating reflects more, larger, and better-designed human studies.

References(1 citations)

Evidence ratings on NutraSmarts are based on the totality of human clinical research, with emphasis on randomized controlled trials, meta-analyses, and systematic reviews. The references below directly support claims made throughout this page.

  1. Udani JK, Singh BB, Singh VJ, et al. Effects of Açai (Euterpe oleracea Mart.) berry preparation on metabolic parameters in a healthy overweight population: a pilot study. Nutr J. 2011;10:45..PubMedUsed to support: Single open-label, uncontrolled pilot of generic açaí (Sambazon, not AcaiVida®); preliminary and hypothesis-generating only.