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CASTILLO QUIROGA, Yuri Milena; HERNANDEZ GOMEZ, María Soledad  e  LARES, Mary. Bioactive Components of Asai (Euterpe oleracea Mart. Precatoria and Mart.) And its effect on health. AVFT [online]. 2017, vol.36, n.3, pp.58-66. ISSN 0798-0264.

The quality of life depends on multiple factors health being a decisive factor. Thus, diet and nutrition are cornerstones in the prevention and treatment of chronic diseases. Sufficient intake of fruits and vegetables reduces the risk of developing these conditions due to a high intake of biologically active substances (vitamins, minerals and antioxidants). The Asai (Euterpe oleracea Mart and precatoria Mart) is the fruit of a palm found in the tidal flats of the rivers of the Amazon region. The literature reports that for its high content of anthocyanins, this fruit reduces the levels of free radicals, lipid peroxidation and proinflammatory state. The aim of this review is to explore the phytochemical, pharmacological and therapeutic potential of Asai. Evidence reported a possible cardioprotective and anticancer action in vivo and in vitro.

Palavras-chave : Euterpe oleracea; Euterpe precatoria; Asai; Antioxidants; Health.

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