I want to share with you an excellent product out there today and one truly worthy of the labels “natural” and “healthy”. This product is Arthur’s Acai Plus Natural Smoothie.
Arthur’s Fresh Company has been farming and making juices naturally, sine 1893! The company started as a small family run business out of Goderich, Ontario. The company prides itself on processing only the freshest, highest quality ingredients, with their ultra gentle processing system that maximizes both the nutrients and fresh tastes in their products. The company has an excellent reputation where true “health food” and consistent high-quality is concerned. However, as much as I would love for all of our international readers to try this or any of their other products, it is only available in Canada.
Although all of Arthur’s Natural Smoothies are truly outstanding in both taste and quality, this one was of particular interest to me due to the latest slew of research on the acai berry. And also, even though I would normally say, buy your own fruits and veggies and make your own all-natural homemade smoothies, again due to the Acai berry, this smoothie is worth talking about and considering.
The Acai berry is a rich source of anthocyanins, which give red wine its health benefits where heart health is concerned. However, by ingesting the acai berry, you get all the benefits without the risks from the alcohol component. The acai berry is also a rich source of protein and fiber, in addition to high levels of both omega-6 and omega-9 fatty acids. Finally, the acai berry had been tested to be one of the most powerful anti-aging super foods and aids in the prevention of cancer, due to its high anti-oxidant properties.
I instantly fell in love with this smoothie thanks to its delicious and refreshing taste, all natural composition and tremendous health benefits. It contains no preservatives (unlike the Acai based MonaVie supplement drink ), no added sugars, no colors or artificial flavors. Each 325mL serving provides one with about 2 ½ servings of fruits and vegetables.
Ingredients
- Berry Puree Blend consisting of:
- (Acai
- Blueberry
- Blackberry
- Boysenberry
- Cherry)
- Apple Juice
- Banana Puree
- Pear Juice
- Lemon Juice
Nutritional Information (per 325mL serving)
- 230 Calories
- 4.5 g Fat (1g Saturated Fat)
- 2 g Protein
- 45 g Carbohydrate (25 g Sugar)
- 5 g Fiber
- 680 mg Potassium
- 0 mg Sodium
- 0 mg Cholesterol
Vitamins & Minerals
- 8 % Vitamin A
- 2 % Vitamin B1
- 15 % Vitamin B2
- 6 % Vitamin B3
- 25 % Vitamin B6
- 40% Vitamin C
- 40 % Vitamin E
- 45 % Folate
- 8 % Pantothenate
- 4 % Phosphorus
- 20 % Magnesium
- 120 % Manganese
- 6 % Calcium
- 4 % Iron
Packaging
The smoothies come in 325mL or 900mL recyclable plastic bottles, with a screw on cap.
Price (as of this posting)
- Around $1.99 CDN for the 325mL bottles
- Around $5.99 CDN for the 900mL bottles
Availability
- In Canada only at local grocery and health food stores
- For a Canadian location near you, see Arthur’s site under the store locator
The Good
- Delicious taste
- Refreshing taste
- Easy, convenient and safe way to incorporate the Acai berry into one’s diet
- All natural
- No artificial colors
- No artificial flavors
- No artificial preservatives
- Ingredients and nutritional information easily found on product label
- Source of 12 essential vitamin and mineral nutrients
- Contains 2 ½ servings of fruits/vegetables per serving
- Fair Price based on ingredients used
The Bad
- Nothing - it is a really great product!
Overall Rating as a Great Natural Product
I want to share with you an excellent product out there today and one truly worthy of the labels “natural” and “healthy”. This product is Arthur’s Acai Plus Natural Smoothie.
Arthur’s Fresh Company has been farming and making juices naturally, sine 1893! The company started as a small family run business out of Goderich, Ontario. The company prides itself on processing only the freshest, highest quality ingredients, with their ultra gentle processing system that maximizes both the nutrients and fresh tastes in their products. The company has an excellent reputation where true “health food” and consistent high-quality is concerned. However, as much as I would love for all of our international readers to try this or any of their other products, it is only available in Canada.
Although all of Arthur’s Natural Smoothies are truly outstanding in both taste and quality, this one was of particular interest to me due to the latest slew of research on the acai berry. And also, even though I would normally say, buy your own fruits and veggies and make your own all-natural homemade smoothies, again due to the Acai berry, this smoothie is worth talking about and considering.
The Acai berry is a rich source of anthocyanins, which give red wine its health benefits where heart health is concerned. However, by ingesting the acai berry, you get all the benefits without the risks from the alcohol component. The acai berry is also a rich source of protein and fiber, in addition to high levels of both omega-6 and omega-9 fatty acids. Finally, the acai berry had been tested to be one of the most powerful anti-aging super foods and aids in the prevention of cancer, due to its high anti-oxidant properties.
I instantly fell in love with this smoothie thanks to its delicious and refreshing taste, all natural composition and tremendous health benefits. It contains no preservatives (unlike the Acai based MonaVie supplement drink ), no added sugars, no colors or artificial flavors. Each 325mL serving provides one with about 2 ½ servings of fruits and vegetables.
Ingredients
Nutritional Information (per 325mL serving)
Vitamins & Minerals
Packaging
The smoothies come in 325mL or 900mL recyclable plastic bottles, with a screw on cap.
Price (as of this posting)
Availability
The Good
The Bad
Overall Rating as a Great Natural Product