You have heard of acai berries. They have been featured on talk shows and news programs. There are ads on TV, in magazines, and on the internet. Diet books and websites often talk about the health benefits. With all the information out there, it is hard to know what is fact and what is fiction.

So, does acai berry help you lose weight? Definitely maybe is the answer. I know that isn’t real helpful, but stick with me for a minute and I will give you some good information. We need to talk about two different types of acai berry supplements. There are weight loss supplements that contain acai berry and other ingredients and there are pure acai berry supplements.

We will start with the acai berry and its health properties. This berry is full of antioxidants and there is a lot of research that shows that antioxidants are beneficial. The extra antioxidants may help you feel better which leads to you being more active thus burning more calories leading to weight loss. There are also omega fatty acids and dietary fiber in these berries which can also lead to better health and weight loss. While there are no guarantees, you should feel better and lose weight if you combine acai berries with a healthy diet and lifestyle.

The other type of acai berry supplement is weight loss supplements that contain acai berry and other ingredients and this is what most people are talking about when they refer to acai berries. These supplements have some of the benefits of acai berries listed above as well as other weight loss ingredients. Some include hoodia which is an appetite suppressant. Others include green tea which can be a metabolism booster. Some include both, neither, or other ingredients that may help you lose weight. Some people experience great results, some people don’t. As above, there just aren’t any guarantees and you are going to have to try it for yourself to see if it works. In fact, you may have to try more than one before finding the right supplement.

So does acai berry help you lose weight or not? You will probably lose weight if you live a healthy lifestyle like doing light exercise and eat a sensible diet while taking acai berry supplements. If you just take the supplement and keep eating junk food and avoiding exercise, you probably won’t. See, the answer is definitely maybe.

The author is not a doctor, has never played one on TV, and didn’t even stay at a Holiday Inn Express last night. This information is based entirely on personal experiences and/or research. It is intended to be information sharing only and not meant to diagnose, treat, or prevent any disease. Whether you are looking for a natural treatment for a condition or want to try nutritional supplements, you should consult a doctor for any diagnoses or treatments you need.