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FTC Finally Sue Acai Berry Sellers!

Admin — Sat, 14 Aug 2010 09:09:12 +0000

The acai berry is a highly nutritional grape found in the amazon forest of Brazil. It has been a popular ingredient in both native and city dwellers diets for many years because of its great taste and many healthy benefits. Enjoyed as a smoothie or just alone, acai berry is common in Brazil, and now the rest of the world is becoming interested in this multi purpose berry, that both taste good and has many other qualities as a natural supplement to prevent disease and even burn fat.

Unfortunately, unless you have good friends in Brazil, it can be difficult to find this fruit. It is certainly not something you can find in your local convenience market or even supermarket. The problem is that the berry itself spoils very fast and must be frozen very fast (freeze drying) to preserve its qualities for use at a later time.

FTC strikes new blow in battle against Acai Berry Scams

The following news release was posted on the FTC website yesterday. It’s a much anticipated and necessary blow (although very late) in the battle against the plethora of Acai Berry Scams that have been preying on desperate consumers for nearly 2 years now.

The headline does sounds promising, but if you read the news release, you see they are announcing a lawsuit against a SINGLE COMPANY! There are dozens of companies participating in these scams. We do hope the message being sent will scare some others out of the business, but if prior such actions are any indication, we doubt it. Check back next week and we’ll have an update on the repercussions.

FTC to Announce Action Against Internet Marketers of Acai Berry Weight-Loss Pills and “Colon Cleansers”
Millions of consumers who are anxious to lose weight or prevent cancer have seen the ads: “…USE WITH CAUTION! Major weight loss in short periods of time may occur,” or “detoxify your organs,” and break down and remove “toxic waste matter which may have been stuck in the folds and wrinkles of your digestive system for years and years.” Come and learn from the victims themselves what the “free” trials of these products have cost, and how the Federal Trade Commission and the business community are taking action.

WHAT:
The Federal Trade Commission will hold a press conference on Monday, August 16, 2010, at 10 a.m., to announce a lawsuit against a company that marketed acai berry weight-loss supplements and “colon cleansing” supplements by promising consumers “free” trials of the products.

WHO:
David C. Vladeck, Director, FTC’s Bureau of Consumer Protection Martin Elliott, Senior Business Leader, Payment System Risk, Visa Inc. Two consumers who lost money on “free” trial offers promised by this company.

WHEN:
Monday, August 16, 2010, 10 a.m. (The room will be open 30 minutes early for media set up.)

WHERE:
Federal Trade Commission, Midwest Region
55 West Monroe Street, Suite 1825
Chicago, Illinois

Call-in Information:
The toll-free phone number in the U.S. and Canada is (866) 363-9013, the confirmation number is 94253184, and the chairperson is Gail Kingsland. The lines, which are for media only, will open at 9:45 a.m. CST. Please reference the confirmation number when joining the call.

PRESS CONTACT:
FTC Office of Public Affairs
202-326-2180

Friend Just Told Me About Acai Capsules

Sam — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 01:08:42 +0000

The other day I was having coffee with a friend. I was saying how I felt like I needed constant coffee just to keep me going most days. My friend said that she had felt the same way until she started taking acai capsules. She said that they gave her a ton of energy naturally and that they helped her to lose some weight as well. That sounded interesting to me, especially since I have been thinking about trying to lose weight recently. I asked her exactly which ones she has been using and I am going to look into them online.

Wonderng if Acai Capsules Could Help Me Lose Weight

I have been trying very hard to lose weight for the past few months. I have lost some weight but I still have some extra weight that I just cannot seem to get rid. I have been looking online for suggestions for what might help me. I am wondering if Acai capsules could help me to lose the extra weight. It seems like everyone who has been using them has been feeling better and losing weight. From everyday people like me to celebrities. I figure if it worked for all of them then chances are it will work for me too.

Choosing The Best Acai Berry Pills

Admin — Thu, 10 Jun 2010 22:43:42 +0000

Due to some reports that there are many defective acai berry products being reproduced and distributed in the market, most people hesitate in buying these types of health supplements. In order for you to determine which of the acai berry supplements are good for your health, you can easily follow the following procedures.

The first thing to consider is to look at the ingredients it contains. If the product does not provide necessary information about its contents it is most likely fraudulent and could be potentially harmful to your health. You should also be aware of the ingredients the companies add on the Acai berry products. Some manufacturers add extracts that would be harmful for some conditions such as during pregnancy and while breastfeeding.

It is also highly advisable to choose Acai berry supplements that are a hundred percent pure Acai. This can be very helpful in maximizing its effects on the body. As with buying food supplements, it is still best to purchase health products from reliable drug stores and those with medical accreditation.

More information about acai berry is available:
Acai Complete 6
New Scams Are Coming Every Day
Acai Berry Diet

High Fiber Acai Boosts Metabolism

Admin — Sun, 21 Mar 2010 12:22:39 +0000

When I diet, I have to get enough fiber or I end up having some intestinal issues and being bloated. With those low carb diets, I have had to abandon most of them in less than a week because of bowel irregularity and discomfort. I mentioned this to my friend who is a dietitian, and she said that weight loss with acai takes care of those kinds of issues.

She told me about how the naturally high amount of fiber in acai berry would help promote regularity while giving my metabolism a boost. I tried it, and she was right! I have lost weight, and I haven’t had a single problem!

More reports about how acai has helped people:

acai berry diet
acai berry scams
The Secret To Weight Loss Transformation

Scam Warning: Julia Miller News 6

Admin — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 12:01:06 +0000

Everyone has pretty much heard of the acai berry by now, but not many know much about where this Amazon Acai Berry comes from. It was discovered in Brazil a very long time ago actually and the residents of the rainforests or near by would eat them all the time. It was just recently brought to the United States in supplement form, and in foods, and as soon as people learned about the powerful benefits of this fruit, they couldn’t get enough of it! Scientists have run many tests on this fruit and have confirmed it’s powerful antioxidant and vitamin (and amino acids) rich properties. It grows on the top of palm trees in the Brazilian rainforests, but has a very short shelf life so it cannot be sold fresh outside Brazil.

If you see anything to do with Julia Miller, News 6, ignore it! See these helpful warnings:
Acai Berry Scams Latest: Fake News 6 Reports
julia miller news 6

Treat Your Body Right with Acai Berry

Sam — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 11:29:21 +0000

Over the past two years I have gained twenty extra pounds. After I got married I noticed that I let my diet, and self discipline slip a bit. As I’m now close to thirty my metabolism isn’t what it used to be. I had been wanting to lose weight for awhile, but I didn’t know which diet I should try first. I spent time doing some research online and I discovered the acai diet. This particular diet was perfect for me. It helped me burn fat, lose weight, and cleanse my system as well. I now feel better than ever before.

More articles on Acai Berry:

acai berry diet
Welcome to the world of Acai
Acai scams: Keep up the good work, Visa!

Acai Weight Loss

Sam — Sun, 14 Feb 2010 17:23:13 +0000

Weight loss is something I am always interested in. And the reason for that is simple, I always am in the need to lose weight. I am the type person that seems to put on five pounds just walking past a bakery and then have to fight for weeks just to get it off, it it comes off at all. Over the years I have continually stayed behind the power curve and more has stayed on that has come off. Most diets I have hated but now I am on one that features Acai Berry Products. The one I am using is Acai Ultra Slim

Knowing an Acai Scam Company

Admin — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 19:34:53 +0000

If you have been to an Acai berry website, you will have known that the fruit has many health benefits not found in any other fruit. However, consumers must beware when browsing on such sites because there are some companies that use misleading marketing methods to sell products. Some even have health claims that are either outrageous or not verified by health authorities.

Many complaints have been recorded of fake Acai products causing health problems instead of benefiting from it. Hence, it is advised that you get your health products derived from the fruit from legitimate companies on the internet.

Knowing a fake Acai company is easy. If it is offering a free trail of its products and promises to charge only for shipping and handling, that company is a scammer. No exceptions. Signing for their free trial offer will enable them to get your credit card details and charge you regularly for a subscription.

Acai free trial scams are not usually detected until it is too late. By then it is very difficult, if not impossible, to cancel your subscription. As a result, the consumer is forced to pay for an expensive Acai berry product of inferior quality. Such is the work of fly by night companies. Fortunately for us, Visa has started to shut down these immoral organizations, and 100 acai retailers were shut down recently. Hopefully other payment processors will follow suit and remove this scourge from the marketplace.

Acai Berry For A Fruitful Diet

Admin — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 20:01:48 +0000

Acai berry is a fruit that is a very good addition to your diet. It contains enough antioxidants, minerals and vitamins A and C to strengthen your immune system and provide your daily nutritional needs.

Acai berry as a dietary supplement should be consumed at least once daily. You can either consume it in tablet, powdered, or concentrate form, or as a puree or juice. There are also other Acai products being sold in the market like yogurts, ice cream, and energy drinks.
Acai berry products are also sold online for competitive prices; avoid the free trials, though.

More information on Acai here:

Acaiberry: Making its Mark on the Worldwide Market

Admin — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 15:02:25 +0000

Acaiberry is one of most poplar products on Internet, you must have encountered an advertisements on the Internet about it. This wonder berry that originated from the rainforests of the Amazon basin are believed to have amazing effects when it comes to improving one’s health. In fact, the benefits of taking the food supplement received recommendations from reliable medical researches by health experts.

Acaiberry, however, has pushed some people away who are discouraged to purchase acai products because of the press releases about different fraud issues about the distribution of fake merchandise. The good thing is that the reports are not related to the health effects of using the product but to the method of marketing the acai supplements. Many people nowadays are being meticulous about choosing brands that are proven reliable distributors of the product.

Acaiberry’s benefits outweigh the negatives a thousandfold. Even though media has created several negative impression on the popularity of acai, the benefits of this amazing fruit to one’s health is simply undeniable. Health experts recommend the use of the product for people who want to improve their health through their daily meals. The supplement extracts of the wonder berry is known to be a good source of essential nutrients and antioxidants that the body requires. Moreover, the fruit can also repress hunger, which is very efficient for people who are conscious to their weight and figure.