NAIDI ACAI

Amongst Colombia’s many delicious fruits is the açai, a type of berry that comes from the açai palm tree. Produced in the Colombian Amazonian region of Putumayo, as well as in the Pacific, the fruit is one of the country’s many natural treasures.

Although açaí is native to South America, particularly the Brazilian Amazon, the humid soil and floodable terrain of these two Colombian regions allow the açaí palm to thrive. Thanks to these conditions, açai cultivation has expanded significantly.

With its characteristic, slightly acidic flavor and notes of grape, raspberry, and pomegranate, açai contains a high proportion of antioxidants, vitamins (A, C, and B), and essential fatty acids (Omega 3, 6, and 9). These nutrients make it a “superfruit,” meaning that the berry has numerous health benefits and is an excellent nutritional supplement particularly valued by athletes.

The açai berry also contains around 13 grams of amino acids per 100 grams, making it an excellent source of protein and energy and ideal for those looking to increase vitality and physical performance.