One of the most talked about diets for 2009 is the acai berry and colon cleanse combo. First seen on Rachel Ray and Oprah Winfrey, the acai berry was reported as the #1 superfood by Dr. Mehmet Oz. With all the excitement about this new diet wonder I had to try it.

Acai Berry is grown and harvested in the rain forests of South America. It is just loaded with antioxidants, vitamins, and fat burning properties. As a mother who has two kinds and doesn't have time for the gym, using a diet that's fast and easy is just what I needed.

Here's what makes the Acai Berry and Colon Cleanse diet so good:

• It reduces your appetite and food cravings
• It kicks up your metabolism so you burn more fat
• It detoxifies the body and flushes out toxins
• Boost energy levels so you don't feel tired
• It flattens your tummy as you lose weight
• Makes your skin and hair look vibrant and healthy

I was initially a little scared of taking a colon cleanser ... it just sounded so dirty. The truth of the matter is, it was totally easy and gentle on my body. Colon cleansing detoxifies your intestinal tract, which can get clogged up with excess waste and fecal matter. This reduces the risk of colon cancer and other nasty health risks associated with an unhealthy colon.

By combining Acai Berry and Colon Cleansing, I was able to lose over 5 lbs in the first week. I wasn't even religious about and still munched on some sweets and junk food. This just goes to show how powerful this dynamic duo really is!