From: Reuters
Sambazon, the global leader in
acai, announces the creation of a Scientific Advisory Board. The Board of
established and respected individuals in the health and wellness community
will assist in communicating the accuracy of existing data stating the
nutritional benefits of Sambazon organic acai. They will also develop and
execute human studies examining the health impact of Sambazon acai consumption
in the diet.
To further educate their loyal consumers and advance their expertise in acai,
Sambazon has assembled a team of professionals with extensive knowledge in
organic foods and nutrition to provide insights and conduct additional
research on the benefits of Sambazon acai. "This is not only an investment in
Sambazon, it is an investment in our consumers," explains Ryan Black, CEO. "We
are excited to be working with the preeminent scientific authorities in our
industry and to continue to uphold superior nutritional integrity through all
of our current and future product lines."
The Sambazon Scientific Advisory Board includes the following experts:
Jack Bukowski M.D., Ph.D. - As Chief Scientific Officer for the Nutritional
Science Research Institute and Assistant Clinical Professor of Medicine at
Harvard Medical School, Dr. Bukowski's focus has been on immununutrition, the
study of how nutrients in certain foods & beverages can induce our innate
immune systems to fight off disease. In 2003, his study was published, proving
that drinking five to six cups per day of tea boosts, by 500 to 1500%, the
ability of an innate immune system component to make interferon gamma.
Jonathan Gordon, Ph.D. - With undergraduate degrees in Engineering and Food
Science and a Doctorate in Chemical and Process Engineering for research in
Soy Protein Chemistry and Microbiology, Dr. Gordon has been an integral player
in the continued development, commercial production and determination of
health impact of soy products. Over the years, Dr. Gordon has worked in and
managed a multitude of food and beverage product development areas such as
aseptic beverages, juices, emulsions, fat-replacers, nutraceuticals, diet and
wellness products, center-plate items, meats and meat analogs, flavors, and
bars. He now runs Glasgow Consulting Group LLC., a full service product
development consulting company.
Marie Spano, MS, RD/LD, FISSN, CSCS - Spano is one of the leading sports
nutrition and nutrition communications experts in North America. Currently
serving as Vice President of the International Society of Sports Nutrition,
she has helped elite, professional and amateur athletes go beyond their
personal best and achieve maximum performance in their respective sports. She
has appeared on Fox, NBC and CBS affiliates in the greater metropolitan
Washington, DC area, Georgia and Alabama and is a regular contributor to
Muscle & Fitness Hers, FitnessRx for Women, Diabetes Self Management and
Today's Dietitian.
About Sambazon:
Sambazon is the global leader in Acai. Founded in 2000 as the first company to
bring the antioxidant-rich Acai berry from the Amazon to North America,
Sambazon's mission is to deliver the highest quality, organic Acai products.
Sambazon's product line of Organic Acai Juice, Frozen Acai Smoothie Packs and
Sorbet, Acai Supplements and Amazon Energy are enjoyed by world-class athletes
and health-conscious consumers everywhere. Products are available at major
retail stores and juice bars across North America including Whole Foods,
Publix, Kroger, HEB, Albertsons, Vitamin Shoppe, and Jamba Juice! Sambazon is
also a leader among organic foods and sustainable agriculture. In November of
2006, Sambazon was named a winner of the Secretary of State's Award for
Corporate Excellence for helping to create worldwide awareness and demand for
the Acai fruit. Sambazon pioneered the first of its kind Fair Trade and
Certified Organic supply chain of Acai which benefits thousands of local
families and protects the biodiversity of the Amazon Rainforest through
sustainable agriculture. Sambazon is the largest vertically integrated
supplier and marketer of Acai products, controlling every step of the
manufacturing process to ensure sustainable and organic origin of the fruit as
well as the highest level quality, nutrition, taste. To learn more about
Sambazon and how they create positive change in the Amazon and beyond please
visit us at www.sambazon.com.
SOURCE Sambazon