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How to Build a Healthy Acai Bowl

By Stepy Kamei

You've probably heard about the acai berry, and how they're often used to create acai bowls, even if you've never had one for yourself yet. Acai bowls seem to be of the most recent food trends that show no signs of becoming unpopular anytime soon. If you've never given it a try before, you may be wondering what the hype is all about, and whether acai bowls really are as nutritious and delicious as they seem. The answer really comes to down to making the right choices while building the acai bowl. While acai berries themselves are generally loaded with important nutrients, what you mix them with in the bowl itself can determine just how nutritious the meal really is for you overall. Keep on reading to pick up some useful tips on how to craft an acai bowl that's not only delicious, but good for your health as well.

Building a Healthy Bowl

To start, you may want to know why acai berries make such a great base for these breakfast bowls. Acai berries are renowned for their bright color, and they're grown primarily in Central and South America. Acai berries are full of antioxidants, which protect your skin cells from the sun's harmful UV rays. These berries are also a well-known source of minerals and nutrients such as Vitamin C and manganese.

To start, blend your acai berries with a healthy base, such as milk, bananas, and peanut butter. This will provide you with healthy fats, protein, and fiber to help you feel fuller longer.

Next, consider adding more fresh fruit to your bowl, such as strawberry, banana, peach, and kiwi slices. Popular ingredients to add to on top of the bowl include cacao nibs, chia seeds, nut butter, and a drizzle of honey. Ultimately, you should keep experimenting to find which ingredients you most enjoy in an acai bowl!

Avoid These Ingredients

In order to make sure your bowl is nutritious, it's important to keep a few things in mind. First, be sure to stick with natural, minimally processed foods. Fresh fruit is always a good bet. When sweetening your bowl, use antioxidant and mineral-rich honey, as opposed to refined sugars or artificial sweeteners.

Consider consulting with a nutritionist for further advice on how to build healthy meals for you and your family going forward!

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