What Are the Disadvantages of Acai Berry?
                                
                                
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                                According to a 2018 study in *Emerging Infectious Diseases*, the consumption of contaminated, unpasteurized acai juice was linked to outbreaks of Chagas disease in Brazil. This highlights that despite its popular superfood status, it is important to be aware of the potential disadvantages of acai berry before incorporating it into your diet.