Acai Berry Diet Plan

This diet combines use of the acai berry---a small, dark-purple berry rich in antioxidants---with proper eating habits and exercise. The antioxidants reputedly help keep the body regulated and healthy, aid in digestion, and cleanse the body, making it easier for you to lose weight. Moreover, the berry has special properties said to rev up your metabolism.

Acai Berry Basics

• One of the most antioxidant-dense foods in the world, the acai (pronounced "ah-sigh-EE") berry comes from palm trees in the Amazon basin. The berry is reputed to be a "superfood" for its nutritional value and ability to help the body keep blood pressure and cholesterol low, while helping ward off cancer and other diseases. Only the pulp of the berry is used, and you can find it as a pill supplement or as a juice; both are increasingly available at Whole Foods and other supermarkets.

  It is recommended to take acai berry supplements in tandem with a colon cleanser, as both work to detoxify and rid the body of fatty elements and toxins that cause health problems.

  The way the acai berry works is simple: The combination of amino and fatty acids, along with phytosterols, boosts your metabolism, making it easier to lose weight and even reducing your appetite.

Other Recommendations

• While the acai berry alone has not been proved to cause weight loss, you should begin to see results when the supplements or juice are combined with a healthy diet and adequate exercise.

  When dieting, focus your intake on nutritious fruits, vegetables and lean proteins. Eat smaller portions three to four times a day to keep your metabolism stoked. Finally, combining the acai berry with daily physical exercise will help ensure that you are giving your body all the elements needed to lose weight.