An acai a day keeps high blood pressure away

MANILA, Philippines - Hypertension or high blood pressure (HBP) has been defined as high pressure (tension) in the arteries. Arteries are vessels that carry blood from the pumping heart to all the tissues and organs of the body. Since blood pressure is determined by the amount of blood your heart pumps and the amount of resistance to blood flow in your arteries, the more blood your heart pumps and the narrower your arteries are, the higher your blood pressure is.

Hypertension is prevalent among adults both in developed and developing countries like the Phillippines.   The common manifestations of high blood pressure are headache, dizziness, palpitations, blurred vision, shortness of breath, and easy fatigability. Fortunately, high blood pressure can be easily detected and you can work with your doctor to control it.  

Dr. Joseph Lee, surgeon specialist, says, “That’s why I recommend drinking natural health supplements high in anthocyanin like Orcanique Acai Berry which contains antioxidants high in flavanoids, polyphenols, fiber, and so much more.  Known for its rich anthocyanin content, Organique Acai provides antioxidant effects for healthier cells. The micronutrients in it help augment the supply of nutrients needed by the cells to continue their normal functions. With 10 to 30 times the antioxidant content of blueberries and wine, and powerful neutralizing effect on free radicals in the body, Organique Acai is regarded as one of the most well-known superfoods. In fact, I regard it as more potent than any other supplements that exist on the market today. Its high amount of fibers effectively flushes out toxins and waste substances from the digestive tract and large intestine. It is also helpful in controlling weight and protects the body’s system from possible chronic disorders like colon cancer, diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart disease.”

Lee shared how acai has been scientifically proven to help regulate high blood pressure dramatically in a short period of time.  â€œThe antioxidants found Organique Acai are of value in destroying homocysteine, a compound that is known to increase the risks for cardiovascular diseases.  It ’s also proven to effectively lower bad cholesterol that contributes to an increasing blood pressure in the body. My patients’ health has improved a lot by drinking it as it provides a part of the required daily food allowance intake: B-vitamins, beta-carotene, boron, calcium, chromium, copper, folate, iodine, manganese, magnesium, molybdenum, potassium, selenium, vitamins C, D, E, and zinc.”  

Organique Acai Berry is available at Mercury Drug and Watsons  nationwide. Dr. Lee warns though, “I noticed there are many acai-based juices locally sold that have very little pure acai content but have a lot of sugar in it, so I suggest reading the label before buying.”  

For inquiries, call 470-3580, 0922-8887883.