Acai Bowls are made for the busy health-conscious professionals of Melbourne. In a busy day packed with work engagements and meetings, responsible eating often takes a backseat. It may also be hard to have the right vegan food options all the time. So, Acai Bowls in Melbourne and other parts of the world are prepared to perfection by professionals are a great substitute for a rushed sandwich or bagel. A peanut butter acai bowl is perfect for breakfast, with its high protein and calorie content. A mix of spinach with acai, almond milk and dates provides the right balance without overburdening the stomach at lunchtime. For sunset, try the cooling banana acai bowl. We explain the health benefits of acai and the ingredients that go into these bowls:

Acai Berry- Power Packed Health

Acai berries are loaded with antioxidants- much more than other berries. Antioxidants combine with free radicals in the body which act as toxins accelerating the aging process. They are also associated with weight loss and dieters swear by the berries’ power to burn fat off. The berries in the pressed juices are also tasty and help keep hunger pangs away by supplying natural fruit sugars to the body. Antioxidants are also known to carry cancer-fighting properties. Acai is also known to promote cell repair, boost energy levels through the day and improve vitality and vigour.

Homemade Granola

Granola is the perfect base for an acai bowl with its crisp texture. The best granola is made rolled oats mixed with puffed rice, nuts and honey that’s baked for crispness. There are many regional variations in this classic American hiker meal. Granola is the quintessential outdoors meal that campers have enjoyed for years because of its high energy content. It has high fibre content to aid digestion, essential minerals like sodium, potassium and zinc that are critical for cell function, trace elements and vitamins. Often dieters reduce food intake to promote weight loss, so adding granola to the diet ensures a feeling of satiation without piling on the calories. It is also a source of good cholesterol for the body and keeps blood pressure under control.

Banana

Banana is the best dietary source of potassium. The element is essential for maintain electrolyte balance in the body. It also helps to control blood pressure. Bananas also promote digestion and keep bowel moments regular even during diets because of their high pectin content. The high calcium content in bananas keeps bones and eyesight in good shape. Blood sugar spikes and troughs can be kept in check, especially between meals while dieting. Finally, high levels of tryptophan, an amino acid found in bananas, keeps the mood levels elevated.

Peanut Butter

Nuts are natural sources of protein- the essential building blocks of the body. Peanut butter is preferred by dieters as a palate-friendly addition to Acai Bowls. Each serving of peanut butter packs a high calorie content- this is very helpful for dieters who maintain a punishing exercise regimen. The fat content is high, but it’s the good kin- monounsaturated fat that keep your heart healthy. The fibre content also keeps your digestion in check.

Spinach

Spinach is the green leafy vegetable we’ve all been eating right from childhood. It continues to be in favour with dieters because of the high amounts of minerals (mainly iron), trace elements and vitamins that it carries. Iron in the diet promotes high red blood cell count which keeps you on your feet in the most tiring days. Adding good helpings of spinach to your diet is good for your skin, hair, eyesight and bone strength. And it has no fat content at all, which dieters will find pleasing. High levels of beta carotene keep asthma risks at bay. Regular consumption of spinach also helps keep diabetes at bay.

Dates

Dates are the sweet energy pack of the food world. The high sugar content ensures an instant pick me up. Dates are also packed with fibre, iron and other minerals and essential vitamins. A healthy serving of dates is good for digestion, reduced stroke risk, vigour and vitality and respiratory health.

Almond Milk

Almond milk is a great vegan alternative to soymilk and dairy products. It helps control lactose intolerance and stomach upsets. Vitamin A and D help fight against deteriorating eyesight and skin disorders. Phosphorus, potassium and zinc help to keep vital functions steady. Almond milk is low in fat and calorie content, so dieters can add it as a dairy substitute in their food regimen.