Magic Berry Frequently Asked Questions
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| I have Rhumatoid Arthritis and a friend has Loopus will the Monavie juice affect the medication we are on such as Cortisone and I am on Orencia infusions as well. |
 | It's a food - so there should be no contra
indications with medications, unless the user has an intolerance to the
fruits that make up the juice. If you have Rhumatoid Arthritis and live outside of Australia you can purchase Monavie Active which has a higher level of Glucosamine in it which is said to help with such conditions like Arthritis. |
| Could you please tell me if you need to take a calcium supplement when you are taking the monavie juice? |
| To give you a short answer is not possible. The best way to look at Monavie is as a juice and not as a wonder drug or medicine. It is honestly up to you if you want to keep taking the supplement but it is recommended that you do if you have had a low calcium level recorded. |
| does people with acid reflux have any issues takeing Monavie? |
| No. While Monavie is used to treat many ailments it is basically a fruit juice. While some fruit juices are known for causing acid reflux this is not one of Monavie is not one that is known to cause such symptons. |
| can people who are taking warfrin or asprin take monavie |
| While people who are taking warfrin for various conditions can take Monavie it is recommended that you do consult with your physician or medical practitioner before purchasing. |
| Why
is the Acai berry called a "super food"? |
| The
Acai berry is loaded with antioxidants and contains a lot of fibres, healthy
monounsaturated fats, iron and amino acids. |
| Is
there scientific support? |
| The
Acai berry extract has shown to trigger a self destruct response in up to 86
percent of leukaemia cells in a test tube environment. However as always
scientists are quick to point out that more human patient studies and trials
are needed before being able to claim anti-cancer properties or confirmed
health benefits. A big participant in this research is the University of
Florida. |
| I've heard a lot about the Acai berry lately. Can I get your
opinion on it? |
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scientific community are very interested in studying indigenous cultures that
have long revered certain foods for health and medical benefits. For example in
Australia there are foods like Kakadu plum and now to little berries from the
Amazon. It would seem that the phytochemicals contained within fruits hold
potent health benefits. The Acai berry is one of these popular ones that have
many benefits on a health level as well as lifestyle. This would also apply to
the Pomegranate juice which is becoming available to various countries around
the world. The only real difference is many fruit juices are sugar water not
real juices. |
| I am not totally sure of why I should start buying products
with this berry in it... Do you have a good answer for this? |
| Yes. This berry has many benefits and has been known to help people with various things. Some of the things it has been known to help people with are as follows and the effects differ from person to person.
- More energy and stamina
- Enhanced digestion
- Improved Mental Focus
- Sleeping more soundly
- All the nutrients from one food source
- Acai berry contains more protein than an egg
- The Acai berry contains high levels of lipids which provide enough energy to get you through the day.
- The Acai berry has the most vitamins in it compared to other fruits.
- Acai has the most important minerals like iron, phosphorus, potassium and calcium.
- Can increase sexual functions.
- Acai berries have demonstrated to contain up to 33 times the amount of antocyanine that red wine.
- The Acai berry contains Omega’s 3,6 and 9. These help maintain cholesterol at normal levels.
- Extremely low levels of sugar content for a fruit.
- The Acai berry can boost your immune system.
- Helps clean and detox your body.
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| Do
Acai berry based products use recycled glass in its glass bottles? |
| In some cases there are
companies which do use recycling services and strongly encourage customers to
take advantage of recycling glass in their own state and country where
applicable. |
| Why
do some Acai berry based products contain the preservative sodium benzoate? |
| Sodium benzoate, an organic
chemical preservative, can prevent the growth of almost all micro-organisms
(e.g., yeast, bacteria, and fungi) and occurs naturally in some fruits,
vegetables, herbs, spices, nuts, wines, and teas. |
| Why do some Acai berry products contain the preservative Polysorbate? |
| In order for a blend of water based fruits and essential fatty acids
that tasted palatable, many products contain a number of emulsifiers. The
safest by far is Polysorbate. Polysorbate has been thoroughly researched and
has been found to be non-toxic and safe at the amounts used in various Acai
berry base products. |
| If someone is allergic to shellfish can they consume
glucosamine hydrochloride? |
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Shellfish are a known allergen
and glucosamine is derived from prawn / shrimp shells. People who are allergic
to shellfish are actually allergic to a protein known as “Troponin” which is
found in the muscle of prawns / shrimp. Analysis of various Acai berry gels
available has indicated there is no protein in the glucosamine hydrochloride.
Glucosamine hydrochloride, the
form of glucosamine found in various Acai berry gels is more than 99% pure.
Because shellfish is a known allergen please speak to a doctor before
purchasing any Acai berry gel products. |
| Are
Acai berry based products gluten-free? |
| Yes as a general rule of thumb
but you may need to check the product label first. |
| Is
there any vitamin K in Acai berry based products? |
| Vitamin K levels in various Acai
berry based products are approximately 12.4 mg/oz. This can be an issue for
people using blood thinning medication but check with your doctor first. |
| How
much potassium is in Acai Original and Acai Active? |
| The potassium levels vary from product to product but in some Acai berry
based products it has been indicated that approximately 62-66mg/oz is in some
of these products commercially available. If you are concerned about the
potassium levels in relation to other health related issues please consult your
doctor for advice. |
| What
are Esterified fatty acids? |
| Esterified fatty acids are
designed to reduce pain like symptoms and promote joint health, improving
flexibility and mobility. Esterification is a name for a chemical reaction
which is caused by two chemicals generally alcohol and acids that cause the
formation of an ester as a bi-product of the reaction. |
| Do Acai
products treat, cure, or prevent disease? |
| It is not the purpose of any
natural products to treat, cure or prevent disease. The various medically
approved drugs to treat cure and prevent disease. Acai berry products are made
with a special blend of fruits and other natural compounds such as glucosamine
hydrochloride and esterified fatty acids. These compounds and fruits have been
studied and proven to protect from various ailments. |
| Are
Acai berry based fruit juice products safe? |
| Yes they are safe and contain
only well tolerated foods. Acai berry fruit juices contain purees naturally
found in the food supply that have been consumed by various other cultures for
centuries. If you have any health related concerns then it is recommended that
you seek medical advice from your doctor before starting a new product or
program. |
I have Rhumatoid Arthritis and a friend has Loopus will the Monavie juice affect the medication we are on such as Cortisone and I am on Orencia infusions as well.