Nutrition PRODUCT MANUAL INFORMATION
YOUR GUIDE TO A HEALTHY BUSINESS
This manual is designed to help you reach customers and make a positive impact on their lives. It gives you a comprehensive overview of the NUTRILITE™ product range and the science behind the supplements. It provides everything you’ll need to understand and sell the products to your customers and even recruit new people in your business.
WHY HAVE A NUTRITION PRODUCT INFORMATION MANUAL?
Product knowledge is so important – your familiarity with the products can often make the difference between closing the sale or missing an opportunity. This manual provides you with the knowledge you’ll need to understand and sell wellbeing products to your customers. By keeping it close to hand you’ll always be able to answer any questions that may arise.
WHAT INFORMATION IS INCLUDED?
The manual is divided into four sections to help you not only understand the products and the value of supplements, but also how to grow your business and build a successful future.
In the NUTRILITE STORY section you will find the answers to three key questions: why supplements, why phytonutrients and why NUTRILITE.
The NUTRITION AND INGREDIENTS section is a learning resource designed to give you useful information about specific vitamins, minerals, phytonutrients and other nutrients.
The NUTRITION RANGE section offers a clear, categorised reference tool help you match the right consumers with the right brand and products. Detailed information is given about each supplement, including who needs it, the benefits of the NUTRITION brands and interesting talking points.
The section provides you with the information about the brands: • NUTRILITE™ - the world’s no. 1 selling brand of vitamins and dietary supplements* • XS™ Power Drink – great taste, zero sugar power drinks • XS Fuel Snack Food Bars – sustains your active lifestyle • XS Sports Nutrition – fuel your active lifestyle
In the SELF-EDUCATION section you will find out how to become a successful Nutrition consultant and increase your selling skills. This will help you enhance the sales experience with your customers. 2 *Source: Euromonitor International Limited, www.euromonitor.com/amway-claims INFORMATION
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO GROW A HEALTHY BUSINESS IS RIGHT HERE. IT’S SUPPLEMENTS MADE SIMPLE.
CONTENTS:
The Nutrilite Story 4 a. Why Food Supplements? 4 b. Why Phytonutrients? 5 c. Why Nutrilite? 6 – Our Story 8 – Our Farms 10 – The best of science 18 – Nature and science 20 d. Team NUTRILITE™ and Power of 5 Campaign 22
Sales Support 24 a. Sharing ABO Experience 24 b. About Amway Academy 26
Nutrition & Ingredient Information 28 a. Education overview - balanced diet 28 b. Macronutrients 32 c. Micronutrients 38 d. Phytonutrients 57 e. Herbals 60 f. Free radicals 62 g. Human Body 63
The NUTRITION Range 66 a. Foundational Food Supplements 72 b. Targeted Food Supplements 82 - Immune system 84 - Cell protection 87 - Heart 88 - Bone 89 - Herbal 90 - Additional supplements 93 - Women 98 - Family 101 c. Weight Management 106 d. Active Lifestyle 108 e. Food & Beverages 125
Stay in touch & Glossary 132
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75% OF PEOPLE WHY WORLDWIDE DO NOT MEET THE FOOD RECOMMENDED DAILY INTAKE. SUPPLEMENTS?
** World Health Organization We all know that vitamins and minerals are important to our diet, but did you know that your body could not function without them?
In fact, we require small amounts of numerous vitamins and minerals in our daily diet to ensure normal functioning of our body. That is why it is important to have a well-balanced diet. The World Health Organisation (WHO) recommends a minimum of 5 servings of fruit and vegetables per day.* The right balance of nutrients in our food can help us enjoy life more and get sick less often.
* Recommendation of the World Heath Organisation
MOST ADULTS WOULD NEED TO AT LEAST DOUBLE THEIR CURRENT INTAKE OF FRUIT AND VEGETABLES TO MEET THE WHO RECOMMENDATION
But with our busy schedules and active lives, the majority of us are not eating enough of the recommended amount, creating a gap between what we eat and what we need. Yet many experts are concerned that even the fruit and vegetables we buy in shops today are not as nutritious as they used to be. SUPPLEMENTS HELP FILL THE GAP
Supplements can help fill the gap left in our diets, making sure our bodies get the right range of nutrients in the proper quantities and that food supplements fit into even the busiest schedule with ease.
Supplements are right for you, if • You do not eat a minimum of 5 servings of fruit and vegetables that are recommended by WHO • You eat 5-9 servings but don’t get a wide variety • You often don’t have time to make healthy meals • You often choose convenient, processed foods over healthier options.
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WHY did you know? NUTRILITE™ SUPPLEMENTS phytonutrients? ARE MADE BY COMBINING VITAMINS, MINERALS AND PHYTONUTRIENTS FROM POWER UP YOUR PLATE OVER 170 PLANTS.
The Greek word ‘phyto’ means plant, and the term ‘nutrients’ translates into life-enabling substances. Phytonutrients are plant nutrients found in fruit and vegetables. Plants produce phytonutrients to promote their own growth and protect themselves from cellular damage and disease.
The vibrant colours of fruit and vegetables are often due to these plant-based nutrients, so when we see colourful fruit and vegetables, we are looking at nature’s gift of health. The vibrant plant colours represent different spectrums of health benefits.
PLANTS CONTAIN PHYTONUTRIENTS IN ADDITION TO VITAMINS AND MINERALS
5 B VITAMINS SPINACH
10 MINERALS FLAVONOIDS
IRON QUERCETIN
ALFALFA B VITAMINS
PHENOLIC ACID 10 MINERALS
FLAVONOIDS
VITAMIN E
CAROTENOIDS VITAMIN C
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WHY nutrilite?
In this section you will learn how the NUTRILITE™ brand combines the best of nature with the best of science to produce plant-based supplements that help people live better lives.
THE WORLD’S NUMBER ONE SELLING VITAMINS & DIETARY SUPPLEMENT
NUTRILITE™ is No. BRAND*
* Source: Euromonitor International Limited, www.euromonitor.com/amway-claims 6 INFORMATION
WHAT MAKES The NUTRILITE Brand NO. 1*?
HISTORY
In 1934, Carl F. Rehnborg launched the first multivitamin/multimineral supplement sold in North America. For more than 80 years, the NUTRILITE brand has continued to be a leader in nutritional science and plant-based supplementation. It is this passion and commitment to using nature and science together in perfect harmony, and the vision of wellbeing through nutrition, that inspired the creation of the NUTRILITE brand back in 1934. Today, 80 years after its birth, the NUTRILITE brand is helping thousands of people all around the world live better, more active lives.
NATURE
We are passionate about diversity. We strive to preserve the earth’s natural resources and ensure that our customers benefit from the finest nutrient-rich concentrates that plants have to offer. We know that the way plants are farmed and nurtured contributes to their nutritional properties. To ensure the nutrient richness of our supplements, we make certain that the plants we use for NUTRILITE products are sustainably farmed, and that the land we farm and surrounding communities are well looked after.
SCIENCE
We harness the power of science to maximise the beneficial properties of plants and to deliver world-leading* nutritional supplements to people all around the world. We use advanced scientific techniques and the expertise of our renowned experts to ensure the quality, purity and performance of all NUTRILITE vitamins and supplements. All of our production operations and product development are supported by the work of the Nutrilite Health Institute. An acclaimed source of scientific knowledge, education and training, the Nutrilite Health Institute is a worldwide collaboration of experts who are dedicated to helping people achieve optimal wellbeing.
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OUR STORY
THE POWER OF A PLANT-BASED DIET
While living in China in the early 20th century, Nutrilite founder Carl F. Rehnborg learned first-hand the benefits of a plant-based diet.
In the cities, where people ate far more sugar, salt and fat and far fewer plant-based foods, Carl met people who suffered from poor nutritional health. By contrast, in the countryside, where fresh fruit and vegetables were plentiful, people were much healthier overall.
Carl’s observations and experiments led him to identify important but unknown compounds in plants that he called “associated food factors.” He understood that people who lacked these associated food factors in their diets were not eating enough fruit and vegetables, and consequently, they were not as healthy as they could be.
In 1934, with this idea as his foundation, Carl began his business and introduced the first multivitamin/multimineral supplement for sale in North America. In 1939, the company Carl F. Rehnborg founded was renamed Nutrilite Products, Inc. Today, we know the associated food factors Carl discovered as phytonutrients. These organic compounds give plants their colour, protect them from environmental stresses, and provide a bounty of nutrients. The vibrant plant colours represent different spectrums of health benefits. By including phytonutrients in our daily diet, we are better able to achieve our optimal wellbeing and can help maintain our bodies’ proper function. Carl F. Rehnborg was a true pioneer in the study of plant nutrients and nutrition – helping millions of people to this day understand the power of a plant-based diet!
a timeline of growth
1915
Carl begins his adventure in China, where he observes the poor health of the people 1927 and makes a correlation between nutrition, Aged 40, Carl leaves China and arrives health and lifestyle. in San Pedro, California with only $24 in his pocket.
1934 1933
Carl introduces what many people claim Carl identifies components of plants to be the first multivitamin/multimineral that are essential to health and calls supplement sold in the United States – VITA-6. them „Associated Food Factors”. Today, these are recognised as phytonutrients.
1939
Nutrilite Products, Inc. (NPI) is officially incorporated.
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Carl purchases a 3.6-acre farm in California’s San Fernando Valley, where he seeks to farm without using pesticides and herbicides. He develops his own method of farming that he calls ‘Nutrilite Farming Practices’. 1948
Nutrilite introduces a vitamin and mineral nutrient product – NUTRILITE™ XX. 1949 Nutrilite moves to its current location on Jay Van Andel and Rich DeVos become 5600 Beach Boulevard in Buena Park, distributors of the NUTRILITE brand. California.
1956
1959 In co-operation with the University of Hawaii, Nutrilite products, Inc, Jay Van Andel and Rich DeVos start a new conducts research on the acerola company – Amway. cherry and introduces an all- natural vitamin C supplement.
1972
Dr. Sam announces Amway’s acquisition of a controlling interest in Nutrilite Products, Inc.
1974
The NUTRILITE brand becomes available in Canada – the first international presence 1984 for the brand.
Nutrilite Products, Inc. celebrates its 50th anniversary. NUTRILITE product sales reach $126 million. 1995
Amway opens manufacturing and distribution facilities in Guangzhou, China, 1996 bringing Carl’s visionary journey full circle.
The Rehnborg Centre for Nutrition & Wellness is established as the primary source of science, education, and training for 2004 NUTRILITE products. Nutrilite Products, Inc. sales hit $1 billion as the brand Nutrilite Health Institute establishes the th launches in its 25 market – Indonesia. Scientific Advisory Board, consisting of distinguished scientists from around the world. 2008
NUTRILITE recognised as the World’s Leading Brand of Vitamin, Mineral and Dietary Supplements, based on 2008 retail sales*. 2014 The NUTRILITE brand is named an official The brand celebrates its sponsor of A.C. Milan football club. 80th anniversary.
* Source: Euromonitor International Limited, www.euromonitor.com/amway-claims, 2008 9 INFORMATION
OUR FARMS SET US APART
THE BEST PHYTONUTRIENTS COME FROM FARMS WITH SUSTAINABLE FARMING. SO THAT’S WHAT WE USE. HOW DO WE FARM?
Of course, sustainable farming is more expensive than conventional For Nutrilite, sustainable farming is something we’ve believed in from farming, but it’s worth it. Here’s why: Plants produce phytonutrients the very beginning – long before sustainable farming was even a as a defence mechanism to protect themselves against pests and concept. We: disease. When crops are sprayed with herbicides and synthetic • Prohibit the use of synthetic fertilisers, toxic chemicals, pesticides, as they are on conventional farms, the plants don’t and pesticides. have to work as hard to defend themselves. The end result: fewer • Use natural methods to control harmful weeds, insects, phytonutrients, and a less-nutritious product. By growing crops with and predators. sustainable farming, we ensure our supplements contain optimal • Practise sustainable farming methods that include crop rotation, phytonutrient levels. It’s good for our product, good for the earth, intercropping, composting, earthworms, and water management. and good for the people that work for us. We harvest plants at their • Create our own organic compost to put nutrients back in the soil. peak and when possible use whole plants, including seeds and skin, • Prevent topsoil erosion and improve soil fertility and water quality to obtain maximum nutrient levels. We own farmland in Washington by utilising holistic agricultural techniques. State, Mexico, and Brazil. • Protect the environment and its habitats, and promote species diversity and a sustainable future for our planet.
NUTRILITE is one of the worldwide leading Food Supplement brands practising its own sustainable farming.
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TROUT WEST FARM TROUT LAKE EAST FARM TROUT LAKE, WASHINGTON, USA EPHRATA, WASHINGTON, USA The climate here is oceanic and alpine – The climate is semi-arid with low humidity and the perfect conditions for growing many cold winters, which gives the farm a long, hot phytonutrient-rich herbs and plants, such as growing season. This is one of the largest certified Echinacea, blueberries, valerian, lemon balm, sustainable herb farms in North America. Primary and dandelions. crops grown here include Echinacea purpurea, lemon balm, oregano, dandelions, Echinacea angustifolia, valerian, peppermint, and nettles.
FAZENDA NUTRIOGANICA UBAJARA, BRAZIL Located three degrees south of the equator, RANCHO EL PETACAL this farm has the ideal climate for growing acerola JALISCO, MEXICO cherries year-round. These cherries provide the natural ascorbic acid (vitamin C) used in The humid, subtropical climate with dry, mild NUTRILITE supplements. Other crops grown here winters and warm, wet summers provides the include watercress and the herb picăo preto. perfect conditions for growing nutrient-rich plants for NUTRILITE™ products. Primary crops grown here include watercress, parsley, spinach, broccoli, kale, grapefruit and oranges.
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MORE THAN 75 years OF SUSTAINABLE FARMING PRACTICES
METHOD CHEMICAL-
Nutrilite founder Carl F. FREE Rehnborg developed a special method of farming using Today, we continue to grow no synthetic pesticides or and harvest our plants in herbicides. He called his accordance with nature, method Nutrilite Farming using sustainable, chemical- Practices. free methods.
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LIFE IN the soil
To produce the great, nutrient-rich plants that go into NUTRILITE™ products, you need to start with healthy soil.
COMPOST SOIL TESTS TOP-QUALITY
We create our own organic We conduct numerous soil By creating heathly soil, without compost, using earthworms tests to determine which the use of synthetic pesticides as natural fertilisers to put minerals and composts are and herbicides, we can nutrients back into the soil. needed to balance the soil. ensure top-quality plants now, and for future generations of NUTRILITE consumers.
13 INFORMATION WE USE NATURE TO CONTROL NATURE
PEST CONTROL material that move in the breeze • Intercropping is the planting of two and flicker in the sun to create bright crops together for mutual benefit, • Ladybirds are released into the fields flashes that startle and deter birds for example, the second crop fills to control crop-eating pests such as without causing them any harm. the niche that weeds would occupy aphids, mealybugs and whitefly. and can provide nutrition for the • Green lacewings are also used in the WEED CONTROL production crop. fields; their voracious appetites make • Flame weeding is where a focused • Soil solarisation is a technique them one of the most valuable of all flame of more than 1,000 degrees that involves covering irrigated and beneficial insects as they eat a wide centigrade is passed through the fields prepared planting beds with plastic variety of insect pests. to burn weeds prior to the planted crop and, under powerful sunlight, the germinating. • Predatory birds such as hawks, intense heat in the soil destroys weeds help control crop-destroying birds and weed seeds, leaving the field • Grazing livestock in between and rodents. ready for planting. plantings will reduce weeds and enrich the soil with biological nutrients. • Solar-powered bird guards transmit • Hand weeding with a hoe is a good, bird distress signals to fool birds into if old fashioned, skill and one of the believing that a predator is nearby. world’s most tried and tested methods. • Flash tapes are strips of reflective
Meet Copper, one of the many falcons used for natural pest control on Trout Lake Farm. Copper is three years old, and his job is to scare away smaller birds that pose a threat to our crops. He’s gentle and easy to work with, but terrifying to pest birds. But don’t worry: Copper doesn’t hurt. He loves his job and is always eager to get started – but when it’s time for dinner, he returns to his handler.
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PARTNERS IN SUSTAINABILITY
When we can’t crop certain plants on our farms, The sustainable farming practices developed by we turn to other suppliers. Our NUTRICERT™ Carl F. Rehnborg in the 1940s continue to set the certification programme ensures that our partner standards for NUTRICERT-certified suppliers today. farms use the very best sustainable farming practices that are consistent with our own.
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WE CONTROL EVERY STEP SEED It starts with specially selected seeds planted FROM SEED TO in the right soil and at the right depth.1 SUPPLEMENT
From the seed that goes into the ground and the soil it grows in, to the finished product, every NUTRILITE™ supplement has a story – and we write every chapter.
It starts on sustainable farms, where we harvest plants at their peak. It continues in our labs, where Nutrilite scientists are constantly researching new ways to elevate our plant ingredients.
It ends with multiple quality checks for safety, purity, and identity before supplements are bottled and shipped.
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We follow sustainable farming practices, We harvest and process plants at their peak, allowing our plants to create more using whichever parts (seeds, skin, or even the phytonutrients. 2 whole plant) have the best phytonutrient3 profile.
formulate supplement Our scientists are constantly researching new Every supplement undergoes numerous quality ways to elevate our natural ingredients by checks to ensure its safety, purity, and identity combining essential vitamins and4 minerals before it’s bottled and shipped. 5 with plant-based phytonutrients.
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THE BEST OF science
OUR PIONEERING GROUNDBREAKING RESEARCH FROM AGRICULTURAL NUTRILITE
RESEARCH Every NUTRILITE product is the direct result of extensive testing and laboratory analysis. NUTRILITE™ supplements have always been Nutrilite scientists have earned more than the product of nature and science. 190 granted patents in the United States We continue to explore new ingredients for their solutions and scientific discoveries and products based on the latest scientific in the area of concentrate development, findings. processing of ingredients, product formulation and packaging design.
OUR COMMITMENT TO QUALITY
From the farms through the harvest, processing and production stages, our quality experts maintain strict control over the entire process to ensure that consumers get great food supplements. Every day, we perform one quality control inspection per minute.
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THE CENTRE FOR OPTIMAL HEALTH
The Rehnborg Centre for Nutrition & Wellness was established in 1996 and evolved into the Nutrilite Health Institute (NHI) in 2002. With over 100 dedicated scientists, researchers and educators, the NHI supports the NUTRILITE™ brand through product-focused science, research and training. SCIENTIFIC ADVISORY BOARD The NHI is a worldwide collaboration of experts dedicated to helping people in achieving optimal wellbeing through research, education and The scientific Advisory Board serves as a scientific resource for the practical solutions. The NHI is committed to furthering the scientific NHI, to strengthen the image, relationships and associations of the frontiers of nutrition, herbal medicine and phytochemistry through NHI with leadership in industry and academia, as well as to benchmark research and collaboration programmes. Located in Buena Park, and critically evaluate corporate scientific resources and application. California, USA, the NHI is the headquarters of the Centre for Optimal The Board is comprised of leading scientists in the fields of nutrition, Health. The Centre helps to drive awareness and understanding of health, and genetics from around the world, this board lends their nutrition by providing a first-class facility for education, training and expertise to Nutrilite and helps guide our research and development. health assessments.
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NATURE AND science
PLANTING PROCESSING RESEARCH
NUTRILITE practises its own Plants are dehydrated and The combination of product sustainable farming in over processed within hours of patents, high-quality 6,300 acres of farmland in harvest, using special methods ingredients and excellent the USA, Brazil and Mexico and state-of-the-art equipment. technology make the where the herbs, fruits and NUTRILITE brand both special vegetables which are used and successful. in manufacturing NUTRILITE products are grown.
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MANU- QUALITY FACTURING CONTROL
The various ingredients are Quality-assurance experts ensure each supplement meets precise then blended into a single, specifications for safety, purity, and identity. uniform mixture. The powder They conduct over 500,000 checks every year – that’s one quality blend is compressed into check per minute every day! tablets and coated with a special solution for easier swallowing.
21 INFORMATION team NUTRILITE™
Team NUTRILITE is made up of Team NUTRILITE is proud to boast a active, healthy, passionate, positive, number of elite athletes among its motivated, adventurous, amateur committed members. and professional, fun-loving, Although these athletes provide an ordinary, extraordinary, committed exciting and positive endorsement and inspired people, all sharing the for the NUTRILITE brand, the real same single goal – the pursuit of bond that holds Team NUTRILITE optimal wellbeing. together is not world-class athletic achievement - it is a shared passion The Team NUTRILITE™ philosophy is split for fully living and loving life. It is into three primary categories. Each of these not about becoming the best in the categories is equally important to its success: world… it is about the best of you.
ATHLETES
Along with countless individuals from around the world striving to achieve their own The Team NUTRILITE initiative optimal wellbeing, some of the most exciting is designed to bring awareness and inspiring athletes in the world have to the NUTRILITE Brand and the already joined Team NUTRILITE. NUTRILITE range of vitamin, mineral and food supplements. EVENTS
Team NUTRILITE encourages people from around the world to participate in a variety of NUTRILITE brand sponsored events. Events can be anything from a gentle fitness walk, WHAT TEAM NUTRILITE CAN DO FOR to a football tournament. At these events, YOUR BUSINESS: current and prospective consumers can meet both elite and everyday athletes and Team NUTRILITE is your opportunity to experience the camaraderie of the Team captivate, capture and capitalise on a growing NUTRILITE worldwide community. It is also an number of people actively pursuing a more opportunity to sample NUTRILITE products balanced lifestyle. while gaining valuable exposure to the Why not find out more about the kind of NUTRILITE brand. athletic activities that your customers are interested in? Encourage them to attend or host a Team NUTRILITE event in their area, to get fit, feel great and meet like-minded people. Your customers should know that becoming a member of Team NUTRILITE is not just about Nature gave us all different taking NUTRILITE products to improve nutrition strengths and abilities, and wellbeing, it is an opportunity to become and Team NUTRILITE is part of something much bigger; a community about getting the best out of striving to inspire each other to achieve the balance we need for optimal wellbeing. whatever nature gave us. It is not about satisfying someone else’s expectations; it is about BUSINESS achieving your own potential. By working together and fully embracing the Team NUTRILITE philosophy, we have the power to reach this goal, while improving the business prospects for every ABO along the way!
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NUTRILITE™ EXTENDS ITS EXPERTISE TO TACKLE A GLOBAL SOCIAL ISSUE: Childhood malnutrition Chronic malnutrition is the Our main goal in 2016 was to provide Malnourished children who reach the age underlying cause of 45 percent 5 million NUTRILITE™ Little Bits daily of 5, often suffer lasting effects, including of childhood deaths before the portions to children in 15 countries. stunted growth, poor cognitive development age of 5. That means more than This goal is expected to benefit more than and low immunity to disease. Malnutrition 3 million children are dying every 14,000 malnourished children age 6 months also affects school performance and studies to 5 years old and will allow them to grow and have shown it often leads to lower earning year because they do not get the develop like any other child. potential as an adult. right nutrients with their food, according to the World Health In the past years Amway has provided Amway works with NGOs to distribute Organization (WHO). NUTRILITE Little Bits to thousands of children NUTRILITE™ Little Bits to malnourished in Mexico, Brasil, Dominican Republic, Haiti, children. In order to make the programme NUTRILITE scientists who are experts in Colombia, Costa Rica, Colombia, Panama, sustainable, the NGOs are educating parents the field of nutrition for people around Honduras, El Salvador, South Africa, Zambia, on healthy nutrition, hygiene issues and the world and who are working in line with Indonesia, Vietnam and China. clean drinking water. They also measure the the latest findings in this area, developed impact on the development of the children. a micronutrient powder that contains Nutrilite Power of 5 Campaign has been 15 vitamins and minerals that are essential embraced by many people around the You too can help to give these children a for the development of a child. It is called world, including Amway Business Owners, chance in life with NUTRILITE vitamins and NUTRILITE™ Little Bits. employees and members of the general minerals! Please contact your local Affiliate. public. But we want to do more, no child For additional information about the Nutrilite In March 2014 Amway launched the Nutrilite should be deprived of the nutrients it needs Power of 5 Campaign, visit powerof5. Power of 5 Campaign to build awareness to grow and develop. Collaboration is the key nutrilite.com. for this global issue, to educate on the word: We need to develop more partnerships critical role nutrition plays in early childhood with like-minded organisations and with development and, ultimately, to help children individuals who share our values and are reach their fifth birthday, which is an supporting efforts to bring more NUTRILITE™ important milestone in human development. Little Bits to more children.
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sharing ABO experience
We couldn’t help but wonder – how do the best Amway Business Owners work? After all, these are the people to learn from. We asked them to tell us stories of their co-operation with AMWAY™ and to share their experiences, as the comments and thoughts of successful practitioners are the most valuable sources of information. Below you will find some key rules by which they try to abide. For instance, Colin and Andrea Gordon told us how to effectively develop a business based on AMWAY Nutrition products. We believe that this information will help you on your way to success!
COLIN AND ANDREA GORDON
UK, Founders Platinum
Nutrilite’s philosophy and approach to nutrition is unique and this resonated with our background of nutrition and biology, which is, a PhD in Food & Nutritional Sciences and an MSc in Immunology. Through Amway training, visiting the Nutrilite Health Institute in California, and using Nutrilite products, we have helped ourselves and many other people to improve their health.
After joining Amway, through personal use, we quickly learned how effective the products were and that they saved us money. To make people believe in the Amway Opportunity, we held business meetings with our uplines and arranged team training so they could see the bigger picture of the business as an opportunity.
Success with the Amway Opportunity requires self-belief and a self-starter mentality, belief in Amway, its products and support – this is priceless – and an unshakeable belief in your coach and line of sponsorship. We advise new ABOs to attend Amway Academy training and access all the official training portals for Nutrilite. The Amway product manuals are a good reference guide. The manuals provide a comprehensive review of the products and help ABOs provide answers and necessary assurance for themselves and their customers.
We meet our customers where it’s convenient for them, either at their home, the Amway Centre in Holborn or another location. We cross sell Artistry and Nutrilite as these are a natural fit – for example, in skin care sessions we recommend Daily/Double X and Biotin C to enhance a good skin care routine. It’s important to be a product of the products, and we communicate the area of wellness from the standpoint of being users, relating our personal experience and our customer testimonials. Product demonstrations are very effective and our main tips would be: DO practise and prepare beforehand; DON’T be too ambitious, start with a simple demonstration when you are new to the business.
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REMEMBER WHAT’S MOST IMPORTANT:
Familiarise yourself with the products you are going to present, preferably by 1. using them yourself, and openly share knowledge and everyday experiences. This will boost your confidence and credibility, since others will perceive you as an ambassador of the Amway brand.
Use various materials – printed, online and digital – depending on your 2. preferences and needs, but bear in mind that written texts serve only to reinforce spoken language.
Ensure your customers are comfortable and, if possible, meet them at a location 3. of their choosing (their or your home or a neutral location) – this will facilitate product presentation and create a friendly atmosphere.
Remember that the ability to establish relations with people is the key to 4. success – it will enable you to win the customers’ trust, making them more co-operative.
Continue to expand your knowledge about the products and presentation 5. techniques. 6. Always place the customer’s needs first – your priority is to identify and meet them. Be respectful to the customers, avoid controversial subjects and leave a good 7. impression, even if the meeting does not bring the expected results.
Allow potential customers to sample the products – you can do it during the 8. presentation or hand out samples.
Always be professional – wear proper clothes, prepare for the meeting or 9. presentation, be punctual and remember what you have already established with the customer. 10. Practice makes perfect – be open to trying new things, learn and work on yourself.
25 EDUCATION About
Amway has provided training courses for more than 50 years, to help people just like you to enhance their knowledge and develop their skills as a business owner. Since its launch in 2009, Amway Academy offers the unique opportunity to develop your leadership, sales and presentation skills. As an Amway Academy learner, you will benefit from our extended experience across these topics and many other value-added learning opportunities. Partnering with ABO leaders and aligning with their needs enables us to support business building in a way that works.
Since the launch of Amway Academy in 2009, our learners have moved ahead with us. Each year we interact with learners across our region: 300 000 taking part in e-learning courses, 300 000 joining classroom-style training sessions in person or online, and 40 000 following us on Facebook. Our courses cover a wide range of subjects, including new or existing product training, leadership and presentation skills, as well as train-the-trainer programmes. These courses are available in a wide range of multimedia formats, so that you can find the course and format that fits your needs best.
Amway Academy is a member of the Executive Corporate Learning Forum (ECLF). The ECLF is a community of executives from major global corporations, who have a strategic responsibility to build organisational capabilities and drive large-scale learning.
In addition, the Leader Coaching Programme we offer is a recognised development programme of the Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM).
Our team of professional trainers includes certified Amway Academy trainers and coaches, experts in beauty and nutrition, experienced salespeople and successful entrepreneurs. They are available to help you build and improve your core skills using the newest, practical learning methods.
WHY LEARN WITH AMWAY ACADEMY?
The answer is simple. We offer outstanding choice and freedom among a wide range of subjects and course types, allowing you to develop valuable skills and knowledge at the maximum personal convenience. Our training material is available in 26 different languages, and getting started is free and easy – all you need is a device with a broadband internet connection. Our online courses run on all common browsers, and many are also available on your smartphone or tablet PC. Learning has never been easier!
If you prefer to learn offline, our trainers across 29 countries will help you learn in person, offering everything from product training to leadership coaching. And naturally, we offer courses to suit a wide range of experience levels: whether you’re new to a topic or a seasoned expert, there is something for everyone.
Some courses offered are also certified by Amway Academy and upon successful completion, you will receive a certificate which recognises and commends your efforts as a learner. With your knowledge and skills expanded, you’ll be ready to move forward in building your Amway business. Follow in the footsteps of over 600 000 ABOs and discover Amway Academy training today.
26 THE SIMPLE WAY TO START LEARNING EDUCATION
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FIND YOUR BALANCE
A balanced and wholesome diet ensures the supply of macronutrients such as carbohydrates, fats and proteins as well as the intake of vitamins, minerals, fibre and secondary plant substances. To guarantee a balanced supply of all nutrients, we should choose food from all seven food groups that are visible in the picture in the right side of this page.
IF YOU CANNOT GET ALL THE NUTRIENTS YOU NEED FROM YOUR DIET, THEN YOU MAY NEED TO TAKE FOOD SUPPLEMENTS.
This is a valid statement, but might not be an adequate recommendation for all people of all ages with differing nutritional and health needs. For many people, food supplements can provide nutritional support for a balanced diet. It is important to eat regularly and balance your food choices in the right proportions.
However, in a modern, fast-paced lifestyle, we often have to negotiate daily challenges and interactions that distract us from planning and eating a well-balanced diet.
The food we eat and the exercise we do can have a huge impact on our future wellbeing. Adopting a healthy lifestyle can contribute towards achieving and maintaining our body’s optimum wellbeing and may reduce our risk of developing lifestyle-related ailments.
Good nutrition supports both optimal wellbeing and an increased capacity for physical and mental activity. Consider these five principles and get the best out of your body:
• Good nutrition
• Regular exercise
• Avoid harmful factors
• Adequate rest
• Positive attitude
Applying these principles will contribute to long-term benefits as your wellbeing can be optimised over time.
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A HEALTHY AND BALANCED DIET
CEREALS AND POTATOES VEGETABLES FRUIT provide a high amount of carbohydrates, like salad or dried pulses contain a lot of including all fresh fruit, dried fruit and high-quality protein, vitamins, minerals vitamins (especially vitamin A, β-carotene, nuts. Generally, the higher the diversity (especially B vitamins, iron, zinc and vitamin C, vitamin K, folate and vitamin B6), of types, preparation styles and colours, manganese) and secondary plant substances minerals, secondary plant substances and the better the body is fed. Be careful with but little fat. Especially whole-grain products fibre but little fat. Pulses additionally include nuts - they are a good source of mono are rich in valuable ingredients and contain a a high amount of plant protein. unsaturated fatty acids, poly unsaturated high amount of fibre. Fibre leads to sustained fatty acids, protein and fibre, but they saturation. contain a high amount of fat as well.
MILK AND DAIRY PRODUCTS
deliver high amounts of calcium, protein, vitamins and iodine, but it is best to choose low-fat dairy products.
WATER OILS AND FATS MEAT, SAUSAGE, FISH AND EGGS
The daily need is approximately 30 ml per kg act as structure for body cells, ensure the are a good source of protein. Meat products body weight. As a result women should drink absorption and transport of fat-soluble are particularly rich in B-vitamins, iron and roughly 2.0 l and men should drink 2.5 l water vitamins and provide essential fatty acids, zinc, but also include high amounts of fats per day. To supply the body adequately, but also contain a lot of energy. Opt for plant and cholesterol. Therefore, it’s better to we should opt for water and sugar-free tea. oils such as rapeseed oil, try to avoid solid enjoy them in moderation. A good source of fats and limit saturated fats and trans-fats. omega-3-fatty acids and iodine is sea-fish and sea-food in general. (1) http://www.efsa.europa.eu/en/press/news/nda100326 (2) http://www.dge-ernaehrungskreis.de/start/ 29 EDUCATION
MACRONUTRIENTS
Basic nutrition is composed of three main macronutrients: protein, fat, and carbohydrates.
Proteins are the body’s building blocks – they help us grow and repair our cells. Fat stores energy for the long term and is also a great barrier for our cells and body. Carbohydrates are used for immediate energy, like quick fuel.
MICRONUTRIENTS
In addition to macronutrients, we need micronutrients – vitamins and minerals.
‘Micro’ because we need them in much smaller quantities every day, even though they play a big role in the body by saving all our metabolic functions. The human body cannot or cannot sufficiently manufacture all micronutrients to sustain life.
They must be obtained from specific foods or specific combinations of foods. It takes some effort and variety in our diet to get the optimal daily amount of vitamins and minerals.
PHYTONUTRIENTS
Phytonutrients are organic components found in plants that are thought to be beneficial for human health.
The term ‘phyto’ originates from a Greek word meaning plant. Fruit, vegetables, grains, legumes, nuts, and teas are all rich sources of phytonutrients. They help protect plants from germs, fungi, and other threats. And when absorbed by our bodies, phytonutrients can help us stay healthy and keep our bodies working properly. Have you ever asked yourself whether you eat food from all five colours every day? You can check on the next page.
30 EDUCATION colours A DAY IS THE Eating phytonutrient-rich fruit and veggies of 5 OPTIMAL WAY every colour provides benefits to your wellbeing.
KEY PHYTONUTRIENTS
Purple fruits and vegetables contain the phytonutrients quercetin, resveratrol, ellagic acid, and many different types of anthocyanidins and procyanidins.
WHAT TO EAT
Grapes, blueberries, boysenberries, aubergines, purple sweet potatoes, plums, beets, and blackberries.
KEY PHYTONUTRIENTS
Red fruits and vegetables contain the phytonutrients lycopene, anthocyanidins, proanthocyanidins, beta carotene, and ellagic acid.
WHAT TO EAT
Apples, cranberries, watermelon, pink grapefruit, guava, pomegranate, radishes, raspberries, strawberries, cherries, and tomatoes
KEY PHYTONUTRIENTS
Orange and yellow fruits and vegetables contain the phytonutrients beta carotene, alpha carotene, beta-cryptoxanthin, lutein, zeaxanthin, quercetin, and hesperidin.
WHAT TO EAT
Pineapple, lemons, passion fruit, oranges, cantaloupe, carrots, apricots, sweet potatoes, tangerines, squash, papaya, and corn
KEY PHYTONUTRIENTS
Green fruits and vegetables contain the phytonutrients isothiocyanate, lutein, zeaxanthin, isoflavones, and EGCG, plus many more.
WHAT TO EAT
Kale, spring greens, spinach, green peppers, watercress, courgette, broccoli, brussels sprouts, green beans, soybeans, and green tea
KEY PHYTONUTRIENTS
White fruits and vegetables contain the phytonutrients EGCG, allicin, isothiocyanate, quercetin, and anthocyanidins.
WHAT TO EAT
Turnips, onions, mushrooms, horseradish, white kidney beans, parsnips, garlic, cauliflower, black-eyed peas, and pears
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MACRONUTRIENTS CARBOHYDRATES
Carbohydrates are the main fuel required by the body in order to provide energy. The most common and abundant are did you know? sugars, fibres and starches. The basic building block of a carbohydrate is a sugar molecule, FOLLOWING A VARIED AND a simple union of carbon, hydrogen and oxygen. Starches and fibres BALANCED DIET, 45%-60% are essentially chains of sugar molecules. OF DAILY ENERGY INTAKE Carbohydrates are grouped into two main categories:
SHOULD COME FROM • Simple carbohydrates that include sugars such as fruit sugar CARBOHYDRATES. (fructose), corn or grape sugar (dextrose or glucose), and table sugar (sucrose)
• Complex carbohydrates that include everything made of three or more linked sugars, for example glycogen oder amylose
FUNCTIONS OF CARBOHYDRATES
The digestive system handles all carbohydrates in a similar way – it works to attempt to break them down into single sugar molecules, since only these are small enough to be absorbed into the bloodstream. The resulting glucose (also known as blood sugar), is used in all cells as a universal energy source. The exception is fibre, a non-digestive complex carbohydrate. It is put together in such a way that it cannot be broken down into sugar molecules by human body, and so passes through the body, largely undigested.
SOURCES OF CARBOHYDRATE
TYPE SOURCE
Bran, wheat germ, barley, maize, buckwheat, cornmeal, oatmeal, potatoes, other root vegetables, COMPLEX wholemeal breads, whole grain cereals, high-fibre breakfast cereals, porridge oats
Fruit sugar (fructose), corn or grape SIMPLE sugar (dextrose or glucose) and table sugar (sucrose)
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FIBRE MACRONUTRIENTS
Dietary fibres are not nutrients in the classical sense, but have proven to be of great importance for our wellbeing. They are composed of indigestible complex plant carbohydrates that did you know? are partly metabolised by our gut bacterias. MANY PEOPLE DO There are two types of fibre which are mainly found in plant cell walls: NOT REACH THE DAILY • Soluble Fibre, such as gums, pectins and resistant starches. RECOMMENDED AMOUNT • Insoluble Fibre, such as cellulose, hemicellulose and lignin. OF FIBRE, WHICH IS 25-30 G PER DAY. FUNCTION OF FIBRE
• Rye fibre contributes to normal bowel function.
• Wheat bran fibre contributes to an acceleration of intestinal transit.
• Barley, oat and wheat grain fibre contribute to an increase in faecal bulk.
DAILY NEED
A total dietary intake of at least 25 g – 30 g per day is regarded as desirable.
SOURCES OF FIBRE
Most plant foods contain both types of fibre, but they can be higher in one type than the other. Fruits and vegetables are generally an equal mixture of both.
TYPE SOURCE
Oats, apples, inulin (chicory), SOLUBLE blueberries, pears, carrots
Whole grain products, all brans, INSOLUBLE some crude vegetables like kale
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MACRONUTRIENTS FATS
Fats provide a convenient and concentrated source of energy, another requirement for fat in the diet is to enable the did you know? fat‑soluble vitamins A, D, E and K to be absorbed from food. Fats are a group of chemical compounds composed of fatty NEARLY HALF OF THE DRY acids and glycerol. WEIGHT OF THE BRAIN IS FAT, AND A QUARTER OF THIS ESSENTIAL FATTY ACIDS
IS CHOLESTEROL. These are poly-unsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) which can’t be produced in the body and must be provided through diet. The two major ones are linoleic acid (omega-6 fatty acid) and alpha-linolenic acid (omega-3 fatty acid). Within the body both can be converted to other PUFAs such as arachidonic acid (the precursor for eicosanoid hormones), and, to a limited extent, to eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). Both are omega-3 fatty acids.
TRANS FATTY ACIDS
Trans fatty acids are mainly found in processed food. They are by- products of partial hydrogenation, a process in which some of the missing hydrogen atoms are put back into poly-unsaturated fats.
CHOLESTEROL
Cholesterol is a fat-like substance. Both fat and cholesterol belong to a larger family of chemical compounds called lipids. Cholesterol is used to build cell membranes and brain and nerve tissues. Cholesterol also helps the body to produce steroid hormones needed for body regulation, including processing food and bile acids needed for fat-digestion. Only food of animal origin contains cholesterol. As the body can produce enough cholesterol for all of its needs, it is not necessary for people to consume dietary cholesterol.
SOURCE OF FAT
Saturated fatty acids are mostly found in foods of animal origin. Mono‑unsaturated and poly-unsaturated fatty acids are mostly found in foods of plant origin and some seafoods. Fatty acids are molecules composed mostly of carbon and hydrogen atoms. Fatty acids differ from one another by their number of carbons, and the number of double-bonds between the carbons:
• Saturated fatty acids have only single-bonds and are ‘saturated’ with hydrogen atoms
• Mono-unsaturated fatty acids have one double-bond and are missing 1 pair of hydrogen atoms
• Poly-unsaturated fatty acids have more than one double-bond and are missing more than one pair of hydrogen atoms
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Omega-3 fatty acids are poly-unsaturated fatty acids. Poly- unsaturated fatty acids are essential nutrients for humans and are particularly important structural components of all cell membranes, influencing their function. did you know? EPA AND DHA ARE FOUND FUNCTIONS OF OMEGA-3 FATTY ACIDS ALMOST EXCLUSIVELY IN
Omega-3 fatty acids can be divided into three major types, OILY FISH, WHEREAS ALA which have different functions: EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid), IS FOUND IN SOME PLANT DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid), ALA (alpha-linolenic acid). OILS, BUT MOSTLY IN DAILY NEED LOW AMOUNTS.
A total intake of 1 g of omega-3 fatty acids per day from all sources is believed to be sufficient under normal conditions. A daily intake of 250 mg of EPA and DHA contributes to the maintenance of normal heart function. A daily intake of 250 mg of DHA contributes to the maintenance of normal vision and brain function.
SOURCES OF OMEGA-3 FATTY ACIDS
TYPE SOURCE
Fish, especially rich fat, like: eel, ANIMAL herring, salmon, haddock, tuna
Linseed, pumpkin seeds, walnut, PLANT rapeseed and soybean oils
OMEGA-6 FATTY ACIDS
Linoleic acid is the primary omega-6 fatty acid. The body converts linoleic acid into gamma linolenic acid (GLA), which will later be synthesised, along with EPA from the omega-3 group, into eicosanoid hormones (localised tissue hormones).
Eicosanoids are tissue hormones which are involved in a number of physiological and pathological processes. These include blood clotting, vasodilation, inflammation regulation and a number of other processes.
SOURCES OF CLA
TYPE SOURCE
CLA is a naturally occurring fatty natural acid in the fat fraction of meat and dairy products
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MACRONUTRIENTS LECITHIN
Lecithin, a phospholipid, acts as a natural emulsifier of fatty substances. Lecithin is also a good source of choline, did you know? sometimes referred to as a B vitamin, and linoleic acid, an essential fatty acid. SINCE LECITHIN AS A NATURAL EMULSIFIER FUNCTIONS OF LECITHIN ALLOWS FAT AND WATER TO Lecithins belong to the group of phospholipids and are part of the BE MIXED, IT CAN BE USED membranes of all animals and plants. Lecithins consist of fatty acids, AS A FOOD ADDITIVE IN THE glycerol, phosphoric acid and choline. FOOD INDUSTRY. SOURCES OF LECITHIN
TYPE SOURCE
ANIMAL Egg yolk, beef liver, beef steak
PLANT Peanuts, legumes, soybeans
WATER
Should not be forgotten as a nutrient as it has nutritional properties that are vital to human wellbeing.
Over two-thirds of the body is made up of water, yet water cannot be supplied by or stored by the body. Therefore, a regular supply is essential in order to avoid dehydration and other health conditions. Water contributes to the maintenance of normal regulation of the body’s temperature. At least 2 litres of water, from all sources, should be consumed per day.
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PROTEIN MACRONUTRIENTS
Protein consists of 20 major amino acids of which nine are classified as essential. Essential amino acids cannot be made by the body and must be supplied by food. did you know?
FUNCTIONS OF PROTEIN/AMINO ACIDS ESSENTIAL AMINO ACIDS CANNOT BE The human body requires protein as a source of energy as well as a source of amino acids. Proteins, or rather the essential amino acids MADE BY THE BODY AND contained therein, are the body’s building blocks, required for growth MUST BE SUPPLIED and maintenance of cell structures. Protein is present in every cell in BY FOOD. THESE ARE: the body and is a key component of bones, muscles, skin, hair and LYSINE, LEUCINE, blood. ISOLEUCINE, METHIONINE, DAILY NEED PHENYLALANINE,
Under normal circumstances, a protein supply of 0.8-1.0 g per kg of THREONINE, TRYPTOPHAN bodyweight per day is regarded as sufficient in adults. VALINE AND HISTIDINE.
SOURCES OF PROTEIN
TYPE SOURCE
ANIMAL Meat, fish, eggs
Soybeans and other legumes, PLANT potatoes and whole grain products
DAIRY Milk, cheese
SOURCES OF AMINO ACIDS
The quality of protein depends on its content of essential amino acids and their ratio to each other. In general, animal protein is of a higher quality than plant protein, due to the pattern of essential amino acids which more closely match the pattern of human requirements. On the other hand, combinations of diverse sources of protein, both animal and plant protein, can yield very high protein qualities as well. An excellent source of high-quality plant protein are legumes, especially soybeans.
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MICRONUTRIENTS VITAMIN A
Vitamin A describes the entirety of all compounds having biological activity of Vitamin A (Retinoides) and is a major did you know? fat-soluble vitamin. FAT-SOLUBLE VITAMINS ARE Carotenoids are the plant precursors of vitamin A, found in deep yellow, green and orange coloured fruit and vegetables. ABSORBED BY THE BODY THROUGH THE INTESTINE FUNCTIONS OF VITAMIN A WITH THE HELP OF FATS. THE FAT-SOLUBLE VITAMINS • Vitamin A contributes to maintaining normal vision, skin and ARE VITAMIN A, D, E AND K. mucous membranes.
• It supports the normal iron metabolism and the normal NRV functioning of the immune system.
800 μg • Furthermore, it plays a role in the process of cell specialisation.
METABOLISM OF VITAMIN A
The liver regulates the level of vitamin A in the blood. Vitamin A needs a special protein carrier to be transported throughout the body and an adequate protein and fat intake is required for a good absorption of vitamin A.
DAILY NEED
Over 250 million people worldwide are affected by a vitamin deficiency. But it is also easy to get too much. A frequent high intake of liver, for example, may result in chronic overdosing of vitamin A. Pregnant women especially should make sure that they get just the correct amount of vitamin A needed. The current EU NRV for vitamin A is 800 μg.
SOURCES OF VITAMIN A
TYPE SOURCE
Animal foods, especially liver, but also meat, eggs, butter RETINOIDE Fortified foods, for example, margarines and other fat spreads
Vegetables such as carrots, spinach, kale. Fortified CAROTENOIDS foods, for example, breakfast drinks
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VITAMIN C MACRONUTRIENTS
Vitamin C or L-ascorbic acid is absorbed by an active transport system located in the gut, and excreted through the kidneys. Human beings are one of only three mammal species that did you know? cannot produce their own supply of vitamin C. WATER-SOLUBLE VITAMINS FUNCTIONS OF VITAMIN C DISSOLVE EASILY IN WATER, BUT THE BODY CANNOT Vitamin C is a valuable water-soluble antioxidant which supports STORE THEM. THIS IS the protection of cells from oxidative stress caused by free radicals and also contributes towards normal functioning of the immune WHY DAILY INTAKE AND system, even during and after intense physical exercise. It helps to REPLENISHMENT IS SO reduce tiredness and fatigue and contributes to healthy skin as well IMPORTANT. as connective tissue in skin, muscles and organs. It increases iron THE WATER-SOLUBLE absorption. It is absorbed by an active transport system located in the gut, and excreted through the kidneys. Vitamin C also contributes to VITAMINS ARE B VITAMINS the regeneration of reduced form of vitamin E. AND VITAMIN C. COLLAGEN
Collagen is the principal constituent of connective tissue, including NRV bones, teeth, cartilage, tendons, ligaments, skin and blood vessels. 80 mg The very structure of the body depends on collagen, and the integrity of collagen also depends on vitamin C. Vitamin C contributes to the normal collagen formation.
IMMUNE SYSTEM AND OTHER FUNCTIONS
Vitamin C assists the immune system in two of its primary functions; by stimulating the production of white blood cells which attack foreign invaders, and also to boost the body’s production of antibodies (which are produced by cells as a reaction to infection). It aids iron absorption, especially from plant sources in the non-heme form (grains, dried beans, lentils, vegetables, fruits, nuts and seeds).
DAILY NEED
The current EU NRV for vitamin C is 80 mg daily. Keep in mind that vitamin C can be readily lost from foods during preparation, cooking or storage. That’s the reason why storage times should be kept short and soaking and storing in water should be avoided.
SOURCES OF VITAMIN C
TYPE SOURCE
Acerola cherries, kiwis, PLANT citrus fruits, peppers and rose hips
OTHER Fortified foods
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MICRONUTRIENTS VITAMIN B
8 vitamins are essential for an astonishing array of life functions, but their primary task is to assist in the release of energy from carbohydrates, fats and proteins, helping to keep you alert. The B vitamins are precursors of co-enzymes which in turn influence specific metabolic pathways.
FUNCTIONS OF B VITAMINS B1 B2 NRV 1.1 mg 1.4 mg • Thiamine (vitamin B1) contributes to the normal energy- yielding metabolism. For example, it assists the metabolism of carbohydrates into glucose for energy. Also, it supports the proper PANTOTHENIC functioning of the nervous system and heart. NIACIN B6 ACID • Riboflavin (vitamin B2) supports the maintenance of normal 16 mg 6 mg 1.4 mg vision and skin as it contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress. It helps to reduce tiredness and fatigue and the normal functioning of the nervous system. Furthermore, the regular energy-yielding metabolism is supported. FOLIC ACID B12 BIOTIN • Niacin (vitamin B3) helps to reduce tiredness and fatigue and the 200 μg 2.5 μg 50 μg normal functioning of the nervous system. It supports the regular energy-yielding metabolism and maintenance of normal mucous membranes and skin.
• Pantothenic Acid (vitamin B5) contributes to normal synthesis and metabolism of steroid hormones, vitamin D and some neurotransmitters. Furthermore, it contibutes to normal mental performance.
• Pyridoxine (vitamin B6) contributes to normal red blood cell formation and metabolism of homocysteine, protein and glycogen. It also supports the normal function of the nervous system.
• Folic Acid (Folate/vitamin B9) contributes to many functions, including maternal tissue growth during pregnancy, normal blood formation, homocysteine metabolism. It has a role in the process of cell division.
• Cyanocobalamin (vitamin B12) supports the normal red blood cell formation, functioning of the nervous system and homocysteine metabolism.
• Biotin (vitamin H) contributes to normal macronutrient metabolism and to the maintenance of normal hair and skin.
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MACRONUTRIENTS
FUNCTIONS OF B VITAMINS B1 B2 B3 B5 B6 B9 B12 H
NUTRIENT METABOLISM • • • • • • •
NERVOUS SYSTEM • • • • • •
SKIN • • •
EYES •
BLOOD CELLS • • • •
ABSORPTION OF B VITAMINS:
All B vitamins are absorbed in the small intestine through special transport systems. Vitamin B12 has a special role, as it is bound to proteins in food. To be absorbed, it must be bound by the instrinsic did you know? factor, which is produced by the stomach. The resulting cobalamin- B VITAMINS ARE FRAGILE intrinsic factor complex can then be absorbed in the small intestine. AND CAN BE DESTROYED DAILY NEED BY EXPOSURE TO For almost all demographic groups in Europe the supply of folic acid HIGH TEMPERATURES, through the normal diet is not enough to meet the NRVs; also for many PROLONGED STORAGE of the elderly a sufficient supply of B12 and B6 is deemed critical. AND FOOD PREPARATION SOURCES OF VITAMIN B (WASHING, EXTENSIVE COOKING AND ‘LEACHING’ TYPE SOURCE INTO THE COOKING LIQUID). INDUSTRIAL PROCESSING bread, cereals, grains, PLANT OF CERTAIN FOODS leafy green vegetables (FOR EXAMPLE, REFINING CEREALS LIKE RICE AND ANIMAL liver, milk and milk products, eggs WHEATMEAL) CAN DIMINISH THE B VITAMIN CONTENT SIGNIFICANTLY.
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MICRONUTRIENTS VITAMIN D
Vitamin D refers to any of several fat-soluble, sterol-based variations of this vitamin, the most effective ones being cholecalciferol (vitamin D3) and ergocalciferol (vitamin D2). This means the compounds are similar to did you know? cholesterol, with a waxy, fatty component, and can be stored by the body.
MANY STUDIES HAVE FUNCTIONS OF VITAMIN D REPORTED A PREVALENCE The strength and resistance of teeth and bones depends on their OF LOW VITAMIN D INTAKE, mineralisation. Vitamin D supports the absorption of mineral calcium. VITAMIN D DEFICIENCY OR Calcium in turn is essential for bone mineralisation. Vitamin D is a INADEQUATE VITAMIN D good ‘team player’, as it interacts with other essential nutrients. Thus, STATUS IN EUROPE. MOST it contributes to the maintenance of normal bones. Further, it plays a role in the process of cell division, thus it contributes to normal PEOPLE ARE NOT ABLE TO functioning of the immune system. The active form of vitamin D is ATTAIN THE RECOMMENDED produced in the kidney and acts as a hormone. It enters the blood to DAILY INTAKE! affect other parts of the body, especially the bones. DAILY NEED
NRV Vitamin D is sometimes referred to as the ‘sunshine vitamin’ because 5 μg it can be manufactured within human skin through the exposure of precursors to ultraviolet (UV) rays from sunlight. For anyone with dark pigmented skin, those living in a cloudy or polluted environment, those who experience long winters, or who do not spend enough time outside in daylight, the body’s production of the sunshine vitamin is likely to be too little to cover a deficiency in the diet. Therefore, the current recommended EU NRV for adults is 5 μg daily. However too much vitamin D can be toxic, with acute or chronic negative effects, such as the imbalancing of the calcium metabolism, which can cause a deposition of vitamin D in the organs.
SOURCES OF VITAMIN D
As a fat-soluble substance vitamin D naturally occurs in the fat fraction of animal-derived foods only, whereas its precursors, the so-called provitamins, are widely distributed in plants and animal-derived foods.
TYPE SOURCE
Fatty fish, egg yolks, butter, avocado, liver, fish liver NATURAL oil (to be taken in small doses only)
Fortified food, mostly fat Synthesised spreads but in some cases milk, juice, dry cereals
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VITAMIN E MACRONUTRIENTS
Vitamin E describes the entirety of all compounds having biological activity of vitamin E (Tocopherols). did you know? FUNCTIONS OF VITAMIN E SYNTHETIC FORMS OF Vitamin E contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress. VITAMIN E ARE ONLY It protects cell membranes with their highly sensitive lipoid structures, shielding them from free radical damage (oxidation) that leads to SLIGHTLY MORE THAN cellular breakdown. HALF AS ACTIVE AS THE NATURAL TYPE. DAILY NEED
The current EU NRV for vitamin E is 12 mg daily. The reference type, the D-alpha-tocopherol, is a natural form and has the highest biological NRV activity. The most common type of vitamin E used in the food industry 12 μg is the DL-alpha-tocopherol, a synthetic form.
SOURCES OF VITAMIN E
TYPE SOURCE
vegetable oils, pulses and PLANT seeds, nuts and dark green vegetables
VITAMIN K
Vitamin K relates to a group of fat-soluble vitamins including did you know? vitamin K1 (phyllochinone, phytomenadione) and vitamin K2 WHILE VITAMIN K1 IS (menachinone). SYNTHESISED IN THE CHLOROPLASTS OF FUNCTIONS OF VITAMIN K GREEN PLANTS AS Vitamin K is required for the synthesis of proteins required for blood THEY GO THROUGH THE coagulation. It contributes to normal blood clotting. It participates via PHOTOSYNTHESIS PROCESS, synthesis of osteocalcin, in the control of bone calcification. VITAMIN K2 IS SYNTHESISED DAILY NEED BY VARIOUS INTESTINAL
A daily NRV intake of 75 μg is recommended. BACTERIA.
SOURCES OF VITAMIN K NRV
TYPE SOURCE 75 μg
Spinach, lettuce, kale, cabbage, cauliflower, PLANT wheat bran, cereals, some fruits
Offal, meats, dairy products ANIMAL and eggs
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MICRONUTRIENTS CALCIUM
Almost 98% of the calcium in the average adult body is found in bones, 1% in teeth, and the rest is found in blood, did you know? extracellular fluids and within cells where it is a cofactor for a number of enzymes. SOME DIETARY FACTORS CAN REDUCE CALCIUM FUNCTIONS OF CALCIUM UPTAKE, SUCH AS FOODS HIGH IN OXALIC ACID • The body needs Calcium for maintaining normal bones and teeth. (SPINACH, RHUBARB, • Further, Calcium contributes to normal muscle function. CHOCOLATE), WHICH CAN INTERFERE WITH CALCIUM • It plays a role in the process of cell division and specialisation.
ABSORPTION BY FORMING • Furthermore, calcium is necessary for sending messages INSOLUBLE SALTS IN through the nervous system, as it contributes to normal THE DIGESTIVE ORGANS. neurotransmission. PHYTATES (PHYTIC ACID) DAILY NEED FOUND IN WHOLE GRAIN PRODUCTS, FOODS RICH IN The current EU NRV is 800 mg of calcium, daily. Surveys in Europe show that at least in some regions, several demographic groups, FIBRE, EXCESS CAFFEINE including children and adolescents, but also elderly persons, are at FROM COFFEE, COLAS AND risk of marginal or deficient intake. Calcium intake over 2,500 mg per TEA MAY ALSO REDUCE THE day is not recommended, unless prescribed by a doctor. ABSORPTION OF CALCIUM SOURCES OF CALCIUM AND OTHER MINERALS. TYPE SOURCE NRV 800 mg DAIRY Milk, yoghurt, cheese
Chinese cabbage, broccoli, PLANT kale
Fortified foods such as juice, OTHERS dry cereals, soy products
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MACRONUTRIENTS
LOSS OF BONE MASS: CALCIUM NEEDED TO PRESERVE BONE STRENGTH. ESPECIALLY WOMEN BONE SIZE INCREASES: PEAK BONE MASS: DURING AND AFTER CALCIUM NEEDED CALCIUM NEEDED MENOPAUSE HAVE FOR BUILDING TO MAINTAIN AN INCREASED NEED BONE STRENGTH. BONE STRENGTH. OF CALCIUM.
GRADUAL LOSS OF BONE MASS: RISK OF OSTEOPOROSIS IF NOT ENOUGH CALCIUM IS CONSUMED. BONE MASS AGE 0 20 40 60
BONE MINERALISATION DURING LIFE
Bone is continuously reforming, therefore maintaining an adequate calcium level is required for maintaining normal bone formation, the balance between bone breakdown and reforming changes as people age. During childhood, there is a higher amount of bone formation and less breakdown. In adulthood, these processes balance to relative equality. As we age, bone breakdown exceeds the rate of formation. When not getting enough dietary calcium every day the body may draw it from your bones to nourish your heart and muscles. This can result in bone loss, which can increase the risk of osteoporosis.
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MICRONUTRIENTS PHOSPHORUS
Phosphorus is an essential mineral, and the second most abundant mineral in the body making up 1% of the average did you know? person’s body weight. Phosphorus is present in every cell in WHILE MINERALS DO the body, but 85% of the total resides in the bones and teeth. NOT DIRECTLY PROVIDE THE BODY WITH ENERGY, FUNCTIONS OF PHOSPHORUS THEY ARE INVOLVED IN THE Phosphorus contributes to the maintenance of normal bones and BODY’S PROCESSES FOR teeth. It supports the normal energy-yielding metabolism and function ENERGY PRODUCTION. of cell membranes. DAILY NEED NRV Established EU NRV is 700 mg per day. Most people have enough 700 mg phosphorus in their diet; instances of too much phosphorus are rare. SOURCES OF PHOSPHORUS
TYPE SOURCE
PLANT Whole grain products, nuts
Meat, cheeses and other ANIMAL dairy products
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MAGNESIUM MACRONUTRIENTS
Magnesium is the fourth most abundant mineral in the body and works closely with calcium, phosphorus and other nutrients. Approximately 65% of the magnesium in the did you know? average adult body is found in bones and teeth, and the rest MAGNESIUM IS A BUSY is distributed between the muscles, blood, body fluids, organs and other tissue. MINERAL, PERFORMING MORE THAN 300 FUNCTIONS OF MAGNESIUM BIOCHEMICAL FUNCTIONS.
While calcium affects muscle contractions, magnesium balances that effect and relaxes muscles. Magnesium supports the normal NRV functioning of muscles including heart muscles. It contributes to 375 mg electrolyte balance, normal energy-yielding metabolism and helps to reduce tiredness and fatigue. Further, magnesium contributes to the normal synthesis of proteins, which are essential parts of the organism and also have structural or mechanical functions.
DAILY NEED
For adults, the established current EU NRV is 375 mg daily.
SOURCES OF MAGNESIUM
Some drinking water may also contain significant amounts.
TYPE SOURCE
Sunflower seeds, nuts, PLANT seeds, legumes
ANIMAL Fish, eggs
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MICRONUTRIENTS POTASSIUM
Potassium is an essential mineral found inside the cells and acting as an electrolyte. Potassium works closely together did you know? with the 2 other electrolytes, sodium and chloride. The body loses electrolytes when sweating, and these have to be MINERALS THAT ARE restored through the diet. UTILISED BY THE BODY ARE CLASSIFIED AS EITHER FUNCTIONS OF POTASSIUM
MACRO MINERALS OR Potassium supports normal muscle function and functioning of the TRACE MINERALS. MACRO nervous system. It also contributes to the maintenance of normal MINERALS ARE REQUIRED blood pressure. BY THE BODY IN RELATIVELY ELECTROLYTES LARGE AMOUNTS. BESIDES POTASSIUM, THEY INCLUDE Electrolytes are substances that become ions in solution and acquire the capacity to conduct electricity. The balance of the electrolytes in CALCIUM, MAGNESIUM, our bodies is essential for normal function of our cells and our organs. PHOSPHORUS, SODIUM Electrolytes affect the amount of water in the body, blood pH, muscle AND CHLORIDE action, and other important processes. The body loses electrolytes when sweating and these have to be restored through the diet.
DAILY NEED NRV 2000 mg Established EU NRV is 2000 mg per day. SOURCES OF POTASSIUM
TYPE SOURCE
ANIMAL Salmon, cod, sardines, beef
DAIRY Cow’s milk, yoghurt
Spinach, potatoes, bananas, PLANT apricots
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SODIUM MACRONUTRIENTS
Sodium is an essential mineral and, with chloride, is known as table salt. Like potassium, it acts as an electrolyte and exerts similar functions, but outside the cells, in the did you know? extracellular fluids. SODIUM IS NATURALLY FUNCTIONS OF SODIUM PRESENT IN MANY FOOD SOURCES, AND IS ADDED • Involved in cell membrane transport systems AS SODIUM CHLORIDE (TABLE SALT) TO MANY DAILY NEED PROCESSED FOODS. There is no EU NRV established. An over-abundance of sodium in the body has been associated with high blood pressure (hypertension) and fluid retention (oedema). It is easy to get too much sodium, particularly in diets rich in processed foods. Meaning daily sodium intakes of populations in Europe range from about 3-5 g (about 8-11 g salt) and are well in excess of dietary needs, which are estimated between 0.6 g and 1.5 g per day.
SOURCES OF SODIUM
TYPE SOURCE
All plant and animal foods NATURAL (low amounts)
Salted foods such as processed meats, PROCESSED cheese, vegetables, fruits, baked goods, cereals
Table salt (sodium chloride) OTHER and condiments
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MICRONUTRIENTS CHLORIDE
Chloride is the primary anion (negatively charged electrolyte) found outside of cells and in blood. Together with sodium, did you know? they build the components of table salt.
THE HYDROCHLORIC FUNCTIONS OF CHLORIDE ACID IN GASTRIC JUICE IS Chloride contributes to normal digestion. It is a necessary part of the USED FOR ACTIVATION OF hydrochloric acid produced by the stomach, which is required to digest DIGESTIVE ENZYMES, KILLING most foods. MICROORGANISMS AND DENATURATION OF PROTEINS. DAILY NEED Established EU NRV is 800 mg per day.
NRV SOURCES OF CHLORIDE 800 mg TYPE SOURCE
Table salt, most kinds of animal and plant-derived ALL foods (small amounts), drinking waters
MOLYBDENUM did you know? MOLYBDENUM IS Molybdenum is an essential trace element. It is part of 3 enzymes which trigger important chemical reactions. Only WIDESPREAD IN ALL minute quantities of molybdenum are required by the body to FOOD SOURCES. perform these critical functions.
NRV FUNCTIONS OF MOLYBDENUM 50 μg Molybdenum contributes to normal sulphur amino acid metabolism. DAILY NEED
Established EU NRV for molybdenum is 50 μg per day.
SOURCES OF MOLYBDENUM
TYPE SOURCE
PLANT Pulses (beans, lentils, peas)
OTHER Grains and nuts
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IRON MACRONUTRIENTS
Almost two-thirds of iron in the body is found in blood haemoglobin; smaller amounts are found in muscle myoglobin. Iron is an essential trace mineral and forms part did you know? of many oxygen and electron transfer groups in the body. HEME IRON IS ABSORBED FUNCTIONS OF IRON BY THE BODY BETTER THAN NON-HEME IRON (HEME IRON Iron supports the normal formation of haemoglobin and red blood cells. Red blood cells carry oxygen from the lungs to all tissues via the AT ABOUT 20% COMPARED bloodstream and supply of oxygen to muscles. As a result, iron helps TO ABOUT 5% ABSORPTION to transport oxygen in the body. Further, iron helps to reduce tiredness FROM PLANT-SOURCED and fatigue and contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism. NON‑HEME IRON). DAILY NEED
The EU NRV established for iron is 14 mg daily. European surveys NRV indicate that some groups have critical or below adequate amounts of iron in their diet. These groups include the elderly, adolescent females 14 mg and women of child bearing age. Excess iron intake can be toxic, advocating strict supervision of iron supplements, in particular for children. The body regulates iron stores depending upon its need, by increasing its absorption rate when stores are low.
SOURCES OF IRON
There are two forms of dietary iron: Heme iron, derived from haemoglobin, is found in animal sources (meat). Non-heme iron is found in plant foods.
TYPE SOURCE
Whole grain bread and PLANT cereals, green leafy vegetables and pulses
Red meat and meat ANIMAL products, liver
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MICRONUTRIENTS ZINC
Zinc is an essential trace mineral that is present in almost every cell of the body, but the total amount stored is minimal did you know? with the majority found in bones, skin and hair. Similar to magnesium, zinc interacts with over 100 enzymes. THE MOST POTENT NATURAL ZINC SOURCE IS OYSTERS. FUNCTIONS OF ZINC IN FACT, A SERVING OF SIX Zinc specifically functions as a co-factor of enzymes, involved in OYSTERS CONTAINS 100% OF the metabolism of protein, carbohydrates, fat and nucleic acid. THE RECOMMENDED DAILY Zinc contributes to the normal function of the immune system. INTAKE, MORE THAN ANY This is because zinc supports the development and activation of T-lymphocytes, a type of white blood cell that fights infection. OTHER FOOD SOURCE. Furthermore, zinc supports the maintenance of normal skin, nails and hair. NRV DAILY NEED
10 mg The current EU established NRV for zinc is 10 mg daily.
SOURCES OF ZINC
TYPE SOURCE
ANIMAL Oysters, beef, pork
PLANT Whole grains, nuts
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COPPER MACRONUTRIENTS
Copper is another essential trace mineral, which is a key mineral in many different body systems. Copper is found within several enzymes and proteins that are related to did you know? normal iron transport in the body. TRACE MINERALS ARE ONLY FUNCTIONS OF COPPER REQUIRED BY THE BODY IN SMALLER AMOUNTS. Copper contributes towards the maintenance of normal connective tissue, normal functioning of the nervous system, normal hair and skin BESIDE COPPER, THEY pigmentation as well as iron transport in the body. Furthermore copper INCLUDE IRON, ZINC, IODINE, is used as a co-factor of enzymes that eliminate, for example, reactive FLUORIDE, CHROMIUM, oxidative oxygen species and reduce oxidative stress. SELENIUM, MANGANESE DAILY NEED AND MOLYBDENUM.
The current EU established NRV for copper is 1 mg per day.
SOURCES OF COPPER NRV 1 mg
TYPE SOURCE
Pulses, whole grain PLANT products, nuts, some green vegetables
ANIMAL Oysters, fish, offal, poultry
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MICRONUTRIENTS MANGANESE
Manganese is a trace mineral. As a co-factor it is present in several enzymes within the body. did you know? FUNCTIONS OF MANGANESE MANGANESE OFTEN WORKS IN CLOSE RELATIONSHIP Manganese helps support in the maintenance of normal bones and the formation of connective tissue. It contributes to the protection of WITH OTHER MINERALS cells from oxidative stress. SUCH AS COPPER AND IRON. DAILY NEED
Established EU NRV for manganese is 2 mg daily. NRV Excessive doses of manganese are currently suspected to have a 2 mg negative impact on the central nervous system as well as a negative effect on the iron-absorption.
SOURCES OF MANGANESE
TYPE SOURCE
ANIMAL No significant sources
PLANT Spinach, nuts, legumes
Black and green tea, oats, OTHER whole grain breads
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IODINE MACRONUTRIENTS
Iodine is a non-metallic trace element, unique among necessary trace minerals due to the fact that it is an essential component of specific hormones. Iodine is required in the human body as did you know? part of the hormones produced by the thyroid gland. THE IODINE CONTENT OF FUNCTIONS OF IODINE PLANTS AND ANIMALS IS DETERMINED BY THE Iodine contributes to the normal production of thyroid hormones and normal thyroid function. Thyroid cells are the only cells in the body ENVIRONMENT IN WHICH which can absorb iodine. Thyroid tissue has the specific property of THEY GROW. DAIRY taking up iodine, storing it, and subsequently releasing it in controlled PRODUCTS MADE FROM amounts in the form of thyroid hormones. Every cell in the body depends on thyroid hormones for regulation of their metabolism. MILK PRODUCED BY COWS If thyroid secretion is deficient, the basal metabolism falls, the GRAZING IN COASTAL SOIL, circulation is reduced, and the whole tempo of life is slowed down. AS WELL AS FRUIT AND When iodine levels are not adequate, this entire hormonal process and VEGETABLES GROWN IN system is compromised. Deficiency of this trace element can cause a number of serious issues connected with wellbeing at various stages COASTAL SOIL ARE SOURCES from prenatal development to adulthood. The effects of deficiency OF DIETARY IODINE. range from hypothyroidism to mental problems. Adult symptoms HOWEVER, AS MOST SOILS include goitre (an enlargement of the thyroid gland), and slower CONTAIN LITTLE IODIDE, response times. In addition, iodine contributes to normal cognitive function and normal functioning of nervous system. MOST FOODSTUFFS ARE POOR SOURCES. DAILY NEED
The current EU NRV establishes that all adults should consume 150 μg of iodine daily. NRV 150 μg SOURCES OF IODINE
TYPE SOURCE
PLANT Seaweed, kelp
Most seafood, particularly ANIMAL cod, tuna, shrimp
OTHER Iodised salt
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MICRONUTRIENTS SELENIUM
Selenium is part of various enzymes which perform complex metabolic and chemical functions. did you know? FUNCTIONS OF SELENIUM THE SELENIUM CONTENT OF FOOD IS LARGELY Selenium contributes to the maintenance of normal hair and nails. It supports the normal function of the immune system and contributes DEPENDENT ON THE to the normal thyroid function. Further, selenium contributes to the CONTENT IN SOIL ON protection of cells from oxidative stress. WHICH THE FOOD OR FEED DAILY NEED PLANTS WERE GROWN. THIS CONTENT CAN VARY Established EU NRV for selenium is 55 μg per day. SIGNIFICANTLY FROM AREA SOURCES OF SELENIUM TO AREA.
TYPE SOURCE NRV Meat (especially pork or 55 μg ANIMAL offal), fish, eggs
OTHER Brazil nuts and coconuts
CHROMIUM
Chromium as a trace mineral is widely distributed in the food supply. However, most foods provide only small amounts (less than 2 µg per serving)
FUNCTIONS OF CHROMIUM
Chromium contributes to the maintenance of normal blood glucose did you know? levels. It supports the normal macronutrient metabolism.
CHROMIUM IS THE ESSENTIAL DAILY NEED PART OF THE GLUCOSE TOLERANCE FACTOR. The current EU NRV for chromium is 40 μg per day. SOURCES OF CHROMIUM
NRV TYPE SOURCE 40 μg
Tomatoes, spinach, PLANT bananas, green peppers, wheat germ
Beef liver, eggs, chicken, ANIMAL oysters
OTHER Brewer’s yeast
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CAROTENOIDS PHYTONUTRIENTS
Carotenoids are fat-soluble phytonutrients, originally used as colourings and now known as nutrients such as precursors of vitamin A and antioxidants. A few of the major ones are beta- carotene, alpha-carotene, lutein, zeaxanthin and lycopene.
FUNCTIONS OF CAROTENOIDS
Many carotenoids can give one available electron to neutralise free radicals. Free radicals cause oxidative damage which has been linked to the onset of premature ageing, age-related macular degeneration and other conditions.
LUTEIN AND ZEAXANTHIN
The eyes are repositories for carotenoids, with lutein and zeaxanthin concentrated in the retina and lens. The phytonutrient lutein is a member of the carotenoid family and is a natural pigment found in a number of plant sources. Zeaxanthin is a rarer chemical cousin of the carotenoid lutein, but is actually quite different in molecular structure.
LYCOPENE
The phytonutrient lycopene is an open-chain unsaturated carotenoid (natural pigment) compound.
SOURCES OF CAROTENOIDS
All coloured fruit and vegetables are good sources of carotenoids, but as fat-soluble substances, their absorption is largely dependent on their preparation with oils or fats.
SOURCES OF LUTEIN AND ZEAXANTHIN
TYPE SOURCE
Collard greens, PLANT kale and spinach
ANIMAL Egg yolk
SOURCES OF LYCOPENE
TYPE SOURCE
Tomatoes and tomato- PLANT based products
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PHYTONUTRIENTS POLYPHENOLS
Polyphenols are classed in subcategories, which consist of (bio) flavonoids (the most abundant group), phenolic acids, stilbenes and lignans. Several thousand flavonoids have been identified, which provide much of the flavour and colour in fruits, vegetables, berries and flowers.
ELLAGIC ACID
Ellagic acid is known as phenolic acid. Raspberries are the best natural source of ellagic acid, but it can also found in strawberries, kiwis, cranberries, walnuts, pecans and pomegranates.
EGCG (EPIGALLOCATECHIN-GALLATE)
A component of green tea is the phytonutrient EGCG (epigallocatechin- gallate), which is chemically categorised as a polyphenol catechin. EGCG has an antioxidation capacity.
HESPERIDIN
The phytonutrient hesperidin is a flavonoid found abundantly in citrus fruits, and is the predominant flavonoid in both lemons and oranges. The peel and membranous parts of these fruits have the highest hesperidin concentrations.
SOURCES OF POLYPHENOLS
TYPE SOURCE
Raspberries, strawberries, Ellagic acid PLANT kiwis, cranberries, walnuts, pecans and pomegranates
White tea, EGCG PLANT green tea
Citrus fruits such as oranges, lemons Hesperidin PLANT and grapefruits (especially in the rind, pulp and skin)
Cranberries, red grapes, dark Polyphenols PLANT chocolate, green tea, some spices
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COENZYME Q10 OTHERS
Co-enzyme Q10 is a vitamin-like substance found in all of the body’s cells.
FUNCTIONS OF CO-ENZYME Q10
Co-enzyme Q10 contributes to the energy production in human body. Organs with the highest energy needs, such as the heart, liver and kidneys contain the highest natural concentration of this substance. However, as we age, the natural concentration of co-enzyme Q10 in our bodies gradually decreases. In addition, co-enzyme Q10 has both prooxidative and antioxidant properties.
SOURCES OF CO-ENZYME Q10
TYPE SOURCE
fish Mackerel, sardines
meat Pork, beef, lamb
Spinach, broccoli, eggs, plant/other peanuts, whole grains
CAFFEINE did you know? Caffeine is a central nervous system and metabolic stimulant. ROASTED COFFEE BEANS, FUNCTIONS OF CAFFEINE THE WORLD’S PRIMARY SOURCE OF CAFFEINE. Caffeine can act as a invigorating agent during physically and mentally stressful periods. The mechanism of action based on the fact that mechanisms in the body that should protect the brain actually against over-exertion and slow down the brain activity, be overridden.
DAILY NEED
The precise amount of caffeine necessary to produce effects varies from person to person. It takes less than an hour for caffeine to begin affecting the body and a mild dose wears off in three to four hours.
SOURCES OF CAFFEINE
TYPE source
Found in varying quantities PLANT in the beans, leaves and fruit of over 60 plants
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OTHERS HERBALS
In many parts of the world herbals have been traditionally used. For example China is known for its traditional herbal medicines which date back thousands of years, and India has a traditional herbal medicine, known as Ayurveda. In Europe, some herbals have also been recognised to positively influence the body by having certain functions.
BILBERRY
Bilberry has been valued for centuries as a nutritious food and as a wild edible delicacy. Bilberry contains many different phenolic compounds that have antioxidative properties.
GARLIC
Garlic has been used throughout history as a herbal panacea, and current research confirms its role as beneficial to human wellbeing. Garlic contributes to the normal immune function. It also helps to maintain normal blood lipid levels. As a growing herb, garlic has an excellent, although smelly, natural anti-microbial ability to disable an unusually wide variety of infectious organisms (for example, soil parasites and plant fungi). It is believed that when taken as a supplement, this natural defence can play a role in helping to improve the body’s resistance.
ECHINACEA
The purple coneflower, or echinacea, is commonly processed into a liquid or a dry extract. There are 9 known species of echinacea, the most commonly used is Ecinacea purpurea. Echinacea purpurea helps the function of the natural defensive system.
GINKGO BILOBA
Ginkgo is the oldest living tree species, and one of the most well‑researched herbs in the world. It helps to maintain memory when ageing and to preserve cognitive functions.
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OTHERS
GINSENG (SIBERIAN)
There are different types of ginseng. Each has similar properties. Siberian ginseng (Eleutherococcus senticosus) contributes to normal blood circulation, which is associated with brain performance and reactivity. It is often referred to as a tonic for the support of mental and physical capacities in cases of weakness, exhaustion and tiredness, and during convalescence. Siberian ginseng also supports the immune system.
PRIMROSE OIL
Primrose oil is derived from the seeds of the evening primrose plant, and is a rich source of the fatty acid gamma-linolenic acid.
BOSWELLIA
Boswellia serrata, a traditional Indian herb. The gum of this Asian tree has been used in the traditional Indian Ayurveda medicine for centuries for musculoskeletal discomfort. Boswellia is believed to have a beneficial role in musculoskeletal, bone and joints, and might be helpful for enhanced effort of bone, joints and muscles.
SAW PALMETTO
Saw palmetto is a herb whose extract is considered beneficial in supporting normal reproductive system of men. It helps in the maintenance of normal urinary function for men from the age of 45.
61 EDUCATION Free Radicals
1. Stable oxygen atom: 8 electrons Some phytonutrients are known to have one extra electron available that can be given to free radicals. Free radical attack has been linked to the onset of premature ageing, age-related macular degeneration and other conditions.
Oxidative damage caused by free radicals:
1. While oxygen is absolutely essential to life, it can also be damaging. Free radicals are oxygen molecules in our body that have been oxidised (damaged) by sunlight, smoke, pollution, stress and even just everyday eating and breathing.
2. Free radical molecules are missing one of the eight electrons they are supposed to have and are out of balance. They ‘steal’ 2. Oxygen atom loses one electron electrons from other molecules, thereby creating more free due to oxidation: free radical radicals. These donor molecules not only become damaged as a result, but can become free radicals themselves. This oxidative stress chain reaction has the potential to damage every cell in our body, even our DNA. Over time, this damage can permanently affect our cells’ ability to recover; our skin ages prematurely and we become more vulnerable to disease.
3. Antioxidants can stop the oxidative stress chain reaction. Antioxidants can cope with electron losses. They donate one electron to the free radical in order to neutralise it and turn it into a stable radical.
DAILY NEED
In general, consumption of 400 g daily of different fruit and vegetables is recommended to ensure you get a sufficient dose of phytonutrients. Antioxidants are the body’s natural defence against the oxidative stress which leads to free radical damage. While certain vitamins have antioxidant properties, there are also other nutrient compounds, such as polyphenols, and minerals as copper, selenium and zinc which have antioxidant functions in addition to other properties.
3. The antioxidant can donate one electron. Donated electron neutralises free radical.
62 GET TO EDUCATION KNOW THE HUMAN BODY
SKIN – THE BIGGEST ORGAN IN HUMAN BODY
SKIN - EPIDERMIS + DERMIS The skin is about 2 square metres, the largest and also one of the most sensitive organs of the human body. It regulates body temperature, allows us to feel heat, cold and pain and provides protection against injury.
EPIDERMIS
– the outer layer
DERMIS
– the inner layer
The skin is made of layers. The outermost layer- the layer you can see is the EPIDERMIS. The layer beneath is the DERMIS. In this lower level, lies a matrix of collagen, elastin fibres and hyaluronic acid that provide strength, resilience and elasticity to skin.
COLLAGEN AND HYALURONIC ACID Collagen and hyaluronic acid work together: Hyaluronic acid moisturises the skin collagen fibres, to help them stay flexible. Collagen binds hyaluronic acid which in turn binds hundreds of times its volume in water.
We care for the skin from outside. But nourish and build it up from inside, through the nutrients we eat. Our digestive system extracts nutrients from the diet, and our blood circulation brings them to the places where they are needed – right down to each skin cell.
Vitamin C contributes to the normal collagen formation for the normal function of the skin. Furthermore, vitamin A and zinc support the maintenance of normal skin.
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SEE ALL SIDES OF THE STORY
HEALTHY VISION AND THE EYE
Pupil The human eye can be compared to a camera which gathers, focuses, and transmits light through a lens to create an image of the environment. The eye is made up of the following structures: Lens • CORNEAS transmit incoming light. • PUPILS determine the amount of incoming light. • IRISES control the size of the pupil. Cornea • LENSES focus light rays. • RETINAS convert and send nerve impulses to the optic nerve. • RODS aid night and peripheral vision. Retina • CONES help with detail and focus. • OPTIC NERVES carry images from each eye to your brain. Rods & Optic Cones Nerve
THE IMPORTANCE OF STRONG BONES
UNDERSTANDING THE SKELETAL SYSTEM
The skeletal system performs a number of vital functions including support, movement, protection, blood cell production, calcium storage, and endocrine regulation. Cartilage • STRUCTURAL – Bones are hard and very strong, providing support Spongy for your body. Bone • MOVEMENT – Bones are connected by joints, which help bones move. • PROTECTION – Bones protect organs that are housed within them (for example, the brain inside of the skull). • BLOOD CELL PRODUCTION – Bone marrow is the tissue comprising the centre of large bone; it’s where new blood cells are produced. • RESERVOIR – Bones store two main minerals, calcium and phosphorus, that are essential to other body systems. • ENDOCRINE REGULATION – Bones help regulate hormones to maintain adequate supplies of calcium and phosphorus. Compact Bone
Bone Marrow
64 EDUCATION Frontal Parietal THE HUMAN Lobe Lobe BODY
BRAIN BASICS
WHAT IT IS AND HOW IT WORKS
The brain is the most complex part of the human body. This three- pound (1,300 - 1,400 g) organ is the centre of intelligence, interpreter of the senses, initiator of body movement, and controller of behaviour. Temporal The brain is designed to receive information from the rest of the body, Lobe interpret that information, and guide the body’s response to it. The brain is made up of many specialised areas that work together: 1. FRONTAL LOBE – motor function and judgement Occipital 2. PARIETAL LOBE – sensation, handwriting Lobe 3. TEMPORAL LOBE – memory, hearing 4. OCCIPITAL LOBE – vision
The brain is surrounded by a layer of tissue called the meninges. The skull (cranium) helps protect the brain from injury.
THE HEART OF THE MATTER
THE CIRCULATORY SYSTEM AND CARDIOVASCULAR HEALTH Aorta (largest artery) Combined with the cardiovascular system, the circulatory system helps support the body’s immune system, helps the body maintain a normal body temperature, and provides the right chemical balance to maintain homeostasis among all the body’s systems. Vena Cava The circulatory system consists of three main components: (largest vein) 1. THE HEART pumps blood and keeps it moving. 2. BLOOD carries nutrients, water, oxygen, antibodies, and waste products to and from your cells. 3. BLOOD VESSELS • Arteries carry oxygenated blood away from the heart toward the rest of your body. • Veins carry deoxygenated blood to the heart. • Capillaries connect arteries and veins.
Blood Flow
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FOOD SUPPLEMENTS
WHO NEEDS IT? INGREDIENTS
• Those who want to ensure a Vitamin tablets (glycerol), glazing agent (carnauba wax), solid foundation for their body. Calcium carbonate, magnesium oxide, potassium iodide, sodium selenite, sodium maltodextrin, acerola concentrate molybdate, chromium chloride, cholecalciferol. • Those who want to keep their (Malpighia emarginata), stabilisers Phytonutrient tablets blood at a consistent optimum (microcrystalline cellulose, cross-linked sodium Calcium carbonate, magnesium oxide, nutrient level throughout carboxymethylcellulose, dicalcium phosphate, citrus concentrate (grapefruit, mandarin the day. acacia gum, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose), orange, lemon) (Citrus paradisi, Citrus L-ascorbic acid, nicotinamide, D-alpha • Those who place greater reticulata x sinensis, Citrus limon), kale tocopheryl acid succinate (from soy), anti- demands on their bodies concentrate (Brassica oleracea), stabilisers caking agents (silicon dioxide, magnesium and therefore require more (microcrystalline cellulose, crosslinked salt of fatty acids), calcium D-pantothenate, nutrients. sodium carboxymethylcellulose, acacia gum, pyridoxine hydrochloride, thiamine mononitrate, hydroxypropylmethylcellulose), maltodextrin, riboflavin, beta carotene, humectant (glycerol), • Those who due to the lack of apple extract (Malus domestica), asparagus retinyl acetate, pteroylmonoglutamic acid, time or appetite do not regularly concentrate (Asparagus officinalis), grape D-biotin, glazing agent (carnauba wax), eat adequate amounts of fruits, extract (Vitis Vinifera), prune extract (Prunus cyanocobalamin. vegetables and whole grains on domestica), rosemary extract (Rosmarinus a daily basis. Mineral tablets officinalis), blueberry concentrate (Vaccinium Calcium carbonate, maltose, magnesium angustifolium), basil extract (Ocimum oxide, stabilisers (microcrystalline cellulose, sanctum), oregano extract (Origanum vulgare), cross-linked sodium carboxymethylcellulose, cranberry extract (Vaccinium macrocarpon), acacia gum, hydroxypropylmethylcellulose, parsley concentrate (Petroselinum crispum), dicalcium phosphate), alfalfa concentrate pomegranate extract (Punica granatum), sage (Medicago sativa), broccoli concentrate concentrate (Salvia officinalis), anti-caking (Brassica oleracea), ferrous fumarate, agent (silicon dioxide, magnesium salts of fatty watercress concentrate (Nasturtium officinale), acids), sucrose, soy protein, carotenoid esters maltodextrin, zinc oxide, anti-caking agents (from Tagetes erecta), humectant (glycerol), (silicon dioxide, magnesium salts of fatty acids), tomato extract (Lycopersicum esculantum), modified corn starch, manganese gluconate, retinyl acetate, beta-carotene, glazing agent beta carotene, cupric sulphate, horseradish (carnauba wax). concentrate (Armoracia rusticana), humectant
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FOOD SUPPLEMENTS NUTRILITE™ DOUBLE X™
ADVISORY CONTAINS CONCENTRATE OR EXTRACT OF Keep out of reach of young children. This product is no substitute
for a varied diet. Please do not exceed the recommended daily ACEROLA CHERRY CRANBERRY PARSLEY dose. Do not accept this package if seal is broken. Store in a cool, dry place. AFRICAN MARIGOLD GRAPE SKIN PLUM
ALFALFA GRAPEFRUIT POMEGRANATE
APPLE HORSERADISH ROSEMARY
ASPARAGUS KALE SAGE
BASIL LEMON TOMATO
BLUEBERRY MANDARIN WATERCRESS
BROCCOLI OREGANO
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FOOD SUPPLEMENTS
NUTRITION INFORMATION / VITAMINS
AVERAGE CONTENT per day % NRV*
Beta Carotene 4.8 mg –
Vitamin A 800 μg RE 100
Vitamin D 5 μg 100
Vitamin E 10 mg α -TE 83
Vitamin B1 1.4 mg 127
Vitamin B2 1.6 mg 114
Niacin 18 mg NE 113
Pantothenic acid 6 mg 100
Vitamin B6 2 mg 143
Folic acid 200 μg 100
Vitamin B12 1 μg 40
Biotin 150 μg 300
Vitamin C 60 mg 75
NUTRITION INFORMATION / MINERALS
AVERAGE CONTENT per day (2 mineral) % NRV*
Calcium 800 mg 100
Magnesium 300 mg 80
Iron 10 mg 71
Copper 1000 μg 100
Iodine 150 μg 100
Zinc 15 mg 150
Manganese 1 mg 50
Selenium 55 μg 100
Chromium 40 μg 100
Molybdenum 50 μg 100
NUTRITION INFORMATION / PHYTONUTRIENTS
AVERAGE CONTENT per day (2 phytonutrient) % NRV*
Lutein 1 mg –
Lycopene 1 mg –
* % of Nutrient Reference Value
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FOOD SUPPLEMENTS NUTRILITE™ DAILY
NUTRILITE Daily food supplement provides essential vitamins and minerals, together with valuable phytonutrients. It helps you cover the basic nutritional requirements that may be missing from your regular diet.
WHY NUTRILITE? TALKING POINTS
• Contains plant concentrates • Provides a once-a-day, from 6 plants. convenient solution to the nutrient gap that may result • No artificial sweeteners, from a modern lifestyle, which colours, flavours or can lead to poor food choices. preservatives added. • Provides broad nutritional coverage and a balance of essential vitamins and WHO NEEDS IT? minerals. CONCENTRATES • Those who need to cover basic • Contains phytonutrients found nutritional requirements but in plant concentrates. ACEROLA CHERRY PARSLEY don’t always have the time to
eat properly. • Vitamins C, B12, B6, folate, ALFALFA WATERCRESS copper, iron, zinc support • Those who have a diet the normal functioning of the that probably lacks several immune system. CARROT SPINACH nutrients.
• Vitamins C, E, B2, zinc and • Those who due to the lack of manganese contribute to time or appetite do not regularly RECOMMENDED DOSAGE the protection of cells from eat adequate amounts of fruits, oxidative stress. • 1 tablet daily. vegetables and whole grains on a daily basis. • Vitamin B2 and iodine contribute to the maintenance ADVISORY of normal skin.
Keep out of reach of young children. This product is no substitute for a varied diet. Please do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Keep bottle tightly closed. Store in a cool, dry place.
ITEM NO. INGREDIENTS 4215 60 tablets Dicalcium phosphate, tricalcium yeast, pyridoxine hydrochloride, 109022 30 tablets phosphate, magnesium oxide, riboflavin, thiamine mononitrate, l-ascorbic acid, stabilisers: kelp concentrate, retinyl acetate, (microcrystalline cellulose, crosslinked humectant (glycerol), acerola cherry sodium carboxymethylcellulose, extract, spinach concentrate, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose), elemental iron, maltodextrin, ferrous fumarate, alfalfa concentrate, antioxidant (mixed tocopherol (from nicotinamide, zinc oxide, anti-caking soy)), parsley concentrate, carrot agents (magnesium salts of fatty pulp concentrate, potassium iodide, acids, silicon dioxide), d-alpha- glazing agent (carnauba wax), tocopheryl acid succinate (from soy), pteroylmonoglutamic acid, watercress d-calcium pantothenate, manganese concentrate, cyanocobalamin, gluconate, copper gluconate, ergocalciferol. 78 PRODUCTS
FOOD SUPPLEMENTS
NUTRITION INFORMATION
AVERAGE CONTENT per day (1 tablet) % NRV*
Vitamin A 748 μg RE 94
Vitamin D 2.5 μg 50
Vitamin E 8 mg α-TE 67
Vitamin B1 2.6 mg 236
Vitamin B2 3.2 mg 229
Niacin 20 mg NE 125
Pantothenic acid 8 mg 133
Vitamin B6 3.2 mg 229
Folic acid 40 μg 20
Vitamin B12 5 μg 200
Vitamin C 80 mg 100
Calcium 200 mg 25
Magnesium 100 mg 27
Iron 14 mg 100
Copper 1 mg 100
Iodine 120 μg 80
Zinc 14 mg 140
Manganese 1 mg 50
Phosphorus 125 mg 18
* % of Nutrient Reference Value
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FOOD SUPPLEMENTS NUTRILITE™ OMEGA-3 COMPLEX
NUTRILITE OMEGA-3 COMPLEX food supplement contains essential omega-3 fatty acids that are not synthesised by the human body and need to come from the diet. They are vital for the heart, and your body needs them if the diet does not regularly include 1-2 portions of fish per week.
WHY NUTRILITE? TALKING POINTS
• The blend of docosahexaenoic • Helps supply the essential fatty acid (DHA) and acids that may be missing in eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) a diet. comes from the richest in omega-3 fatty acids; salmon, • The two active components anchovy, mackerel and sardines of omega-3 complex (EPA and harvested from the deep and DHA) support the normal cold waters of the ocean. function of the heart. The beneficial effect is obtained • No artificial sweeteners, with a daily intake of 250 mg of colours, flavours or EPA and DHA. RECOMMENDED DOSAGE preservatives added.
• 1 capsule daily with a meal.
WHO NEEDS IT? INGREDIENTS • Those whose diet does not Fish Oil (71%), gelatin, humectant: glycerol, regularly include 1-2 portions of (d-alpha tocopherol), soybean oil. fish per week.
• Those who lack omega-3 ADVISORY fatty acids due to a low intake of foods rich in them, such Keep out of reach of young children. This product is no as most fish, seafood, leafy substitute for a varied diet. Please do not exceed the vegetables, canola oil, soybean recommended daily dose. Keep bottle tightly closed. oil and walnuts. Store in a cool, dry place.
ITEM NO.
4298 90 capsules 109143 30 capsules
NUTRITION INFORMATION
AVERAGE CONTENT per day (1 capsule)
Fat 1 g
Omega-3 fatty acids 380 mg
EPA (Eicosapentaenoic acid) 180 mg
DHA (Docosahexaenoic acid) 120 mg
Vitamin E 5 mg α-TE 42% (NRV*)
* % of Nutrient Reference Value 80 PRODUCTS
FOOD SUPPLEMENTS NUTRILITE™ ALL PLANT PROTEIN
Proteins are the body’s building blocks – they are frames for muscle and bone, and therefore daily protein consumption is crucial for keeping them strong and healthy. Since the body does not store excess protein, a daily intake is necessary.
WHY NUTRILITE? TALKING POINTS
• Plant-based protein from soy, • Provides almost fat-free protein, wheat and pea. derived from natural sources.
• One serving of NUTRILITE All • Provides high-quality protein, Plant Protein provides 8 g of supplying balanced amounts of protein per 10 g serving and the nine essential amino acids – is a healthy alternative to the building blocks of protein. traditional sources of protein such as red meats, cheese, • Can be added to food and drinks eggs and whole milk. without affecting the flavour.
• No artificial sweeteners, RECOMMENDED DOSAGE colours, flavours or preservatives added. • According to need, add 1 tablespoon (about 10 g) of powder to milk or other WHO NEEDS IT? drinks once or several times per day. Stir rapidly or shake in a tightly closed container • Those who do not consume • Those concerned about calories for 1 minute. Alternatively, sprinkle on adequate amounts of milk, and fat in their diets. cereals, soups, salads or other food. meat, cheese or other high‑protein foods. • Those who skip meals or eat small portions. INGREDIENTS • Those who exercise a lot and • Children (over three years), may need extra protein in Soy protein (81%), wheat protein (10%), adolescents, the elderly, their diet. pea protein (7.5%), emulsifier (soy lecithin), pregnant or breastfeeding anti-caking agent (silicon dioxide). women who require additional protein. ADVISORY
Not recommended for children under 3 years of age without seeking medical advice before use. Keep container tightly NUTRITION INFORMATION NUTRITION INFORMATION closed. Store in a cool dry place. Product contents may settle
AVERAGE per serving AVERAGE per serving during shipment. Net weight guaranteed. per 100 g per 100g CONTENT (10 g) CONTENT (10 g)
170 kJ / 1700 kJ / Essential Amino Acids Energy 40 kcal 400 kcal ITEM NO. Isoleucine 390 mg 3900 mg Fat 0.48 g 4.8 g 110415 450 g Leucine 660 mg 6600 mg of which Saturates 0.06 g 0.6 g Lysine 510 mg 5100 mg Carbohydrate 0.32 g 3.2 g Methionine & Cystine 220 mg 2200 mg of which Sugars 0 g 0 g Phenylalanine & Tyrosine 750 mg 7500 mg Protein 8 g 80 g Threonine 310 mg 3100 mg Salt 0.23 g 2.3 g Tryptophan 120 mg 1200 mg
Valine 400 mg 4000 mg
Histidine 210 mg 2100 mg 81 PRODUCTS
Targeted food supplements
While food supplements help address common nutrient gaps, targeted food supplements help you address unique concerns. Use the following pages to find supplements that support your entire body by addressing specific supplement nutrition needs.
Categories of targeted food supplements:
1. IMMUNE SYSTEM
2. CELL PROTECTION
3. HEART
4. BONES
5. HERBALS
6. ADDITIONAL FOOD SUPPLEMENTS
7. WOMEN
8. FAMILY
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TARGETED FOOD SUPPLEMENTS
NUTRILITE™ VITAMIN C PLUS
Vitamin C supports your immune system and helps protect cells against free-radical damage. The body doesn’t produce its own vitamin C, therefore it is essential to replenish it daily as part of a well-balanced diet. The extended release formula found in NUTRILITE Vitamin C Plus provides eight hours of vitamin C in just a single tablet. This highly effective vitamin C food supplement is made from two vitamin C sources: acerola cherries (derived from natural sources), known for being one of the most concentrated sources of vitamin C, and ascorbic acid.
WHY NUTRILITE? TALKING POINTS
• Provides vitamin C from one • Since vitamin C is not stored of the richest known natural by our bodies, it needs to be sources: acerola cherries. replenished daily as part of a well-balanced diet. CONTAINS EXTRACT OF • Acerola cherries are grown on our certified environmentally • Contributes to the normal
ACEROLA CHERRY sensitive farms. functioning of the immune system and supports its • Contains citrus bioflavonoid standard functions during and concentrates dried from after intense physical exercise. CONTAINS CONCENTRATE OF whole fruits including lemons, mandarin, oranges and • Contributes to the protection of CITRUSES grapefruit. cells from oxidative stress.
• No artificial sweeteners, • This supplement provides colours, flavours or 240 mg of vitamin C, with slow RECOMMENDED DOSAGE preservatives added. and steady release into the body to maximise absorption. • 1 tablet daily.
ADVISORY WHO NEEDS IT? INGREDIENTS
Keep out of reach of young children. This product is no • Those who don’t get enough L-ascorbic acid, stabilisers substitute for a varied diet. Please do not exceed the vitamin C through natural foods (microcrystalline cellulose, recommended daily dose. Keep bottle tightly closed. like citrus fruit, broccoli or hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, Store in a cool, dry place. Brussels sprouts. methylcellulose), acerola extract 15% (malpighia punicifolia), grapefruit ITEM NO. • Those who want to support concentrate (citrus paradisi), royal their immune system and/ mandarin concentrate (citrus 109745 60 tablets or increase their antioxidant reticulata, c. Sinensis), anti-caking protection against free-radical agents (magnesium salts of fatty damage (e.g., people living acids, silicon dioxide), maltodextrin, stressful lives). lemon concentrate (citrus limon), humectant (glycerol), glazing agent • Slow release is ideal for people (carnauba wax). with a sensitive stomach.
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TARGETED FOOD SUPPLEMENTS
Slow, steady release for 8 hours
10O • 1-tablet convenience • Slow, steady release for 8 hours • Improved utilisation of vitamin C • Minimises waste • Gentle on the stomach 8O
6O
4O % VITAMIN C RELEASED % VITAMIN
2O
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why use ascorbic acid? This is how L-Ascorbic acid is the chemical name for vitamin C. In fact, synthetic LARGE L-ascorbic acid and ascorbic acid the same supplement would have to found in food are chemically identical. be without synthetic L-ascorbic acid. Vitamin C was first made in a lab in the 1930s. Nutrilite scientists concluded that the most effective way This is the to pack 240 milligrams of vitamin C NORMAL into each tablet of vitamin C extended size of a vitamin C release is a combination of vitamin C tablet*. from acerola cherries – grown on our own sustainable farms in Brazil – and ascorbic acid derived from glucose.
*Tablets enlarged to show scale.
NUTRITION INFORMATION
AVERAGE CONTENT per 1 tablet % NRV*
Vitamin C 240 mg 300
* % of Nutrient Reference Value
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TARGETED FOOD SUPPLEMENTS MINERAL STICKS ZINC
This convenient way to supply your body with zinc helps you support your immune system and skin. The citrus-flavoured refreshing granules of this food supplement conveniently dissolve in the mouth without water, making it an ideal solution for those often on the go.
WHY MINERAL STICKS? TALKING POINTS
• Mineral Sticks Zinc offer a • Zinc contributes to the normal convenient way of reaching functioning of the immune zinc’s nutrient reference value. system and to the maintenance of healthy skin, hair and nails. • Refreshing orange/lemon flavour. • One stick provides 10 mg of zinc. • Granules dissolve without water immediately when put into the • Great door-opener to introduce mouth, making them easy to wellbeing products. swallow for people experiencing difficulty taking tablets. RECOMMENDED DOSAGE
• Take 1 stick every day at any time. WHO NEEDS IT? INGREDIENTS
• Those who want to support their Bulking agent (sorbitol), acid (citric immune system. acid), zinc citrate, flavour, anti-caking ADVISORY agents (silicon dioxide, magnesium • Those who want their skin to salts of fatty acids). Sweetener Keep out of reach of young children. This product is no look healthy. (sucralose). substitute for a varied diet. Please do not exceed recommended daily dosage. Storage conditions: Store at a temperature • Those with busy and of +4 - +25°C and in a dry place. Excessive consumption may demanding schedules and produce laxative effects. Pouches are not labelled for individual lifestyles who seek a useful sale. A varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle are supplement for easy and of general importance. convenient on-the-go use.
ITEM NO.
116982 30 sticks
NUTRITION INFORMATION
AVERAGE CONTENT per day (in 1 bag) % NRV*
Zinc 10 mg 100
* % of Nutrient Reference Value 86 PRODUCTS
TARGETED FOOD SUPPLEMENTS NUTRILITE™ LECITHIN E
This food supplement supplies your body with vitamin E and lecithin to protect your cells from oxidative stress. It is an excellent combination of naturally derived vitamin E, and lecithin – naturally derived emulsifier of fatty substances, to help your body use vitamin E more efficiently. Its chewable format, sweetened with honey and flavoured with carob, gives a pleasant tasting experience.
WHY NUTRILITE? TALKING POINTS
• NUTRILITE Lecithin E contains • Contributes to the protection of lecithin derived from natural cells from oxidative stress. sources, which helps the body absorb vitamin E and is • Vitamin E (a fat-soluble vitamin) a natural emulsifier of fatty contributes to the protection of substances. cells from oxidative stress.
• Chewable format, sweetened • Contains lecithin derived RECOMMENDED DOSAGE with honey and flavoured with from natural sources – from carob, is appropriate for both soybeans, and vitamin E from • Chew 1 tablet daily, preferably with a meal. children and adults who have vegetable oil. difficulty swallowing tablets. ADVISORY • No artificial sweeteners,
colours, flavours or Keep out of reach of young children. This product is no preservatives added. substitute for a varied diet. Please do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Keep bottle tightly closed. Store in WHO NEEDS IT? INGREDIENTS a cool, dry place.
• Those who do not regularly Soy lecithin, soy protein isolate, ITEM NO. eat enough foods containing honey, dextrose, d-alpha tocopheryl vitamin E, e.g., vegetable acid succinate, corn starch, carob 4042 110 tablets oils, nuts, seeds, wheat germ concentrate, anti-caking agents and soybeans. (tricalcium phosphate, silicon dioxide, magnesium salts of fatty acids), • Those trying to increase their stabiliser (microcrystalline cellulose), antioxidant protection against natural flavour. free-radical damage, e.g., people living stressful lives or in areas of high pollution.
NUTRITION INFORMATION
AVERAGE CONTENT per day (1 tablet) %NRV*
Vitamin E 20 mg α-TE 167
Lecithin 290 mg **
* % of Nutrient Reference Value ** No NRV established 87 PRODUCTS
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TARGETED FOOD SUPPLEMENTS NUTRILITE™ CAL MAG D PLUS
As an integral component of the skeleton, calcium is essential for bones to stay strong. Approximately 99% of total body calcium is found in bones and teeth. NUTRILITE Cal Mag D Plus food supplement formula contains three natural source nutrients: magnesium, vitamin D and calcium from calcified seaweed – one of nature’s most concentrated botanical sources of calcium. Vitamin D present in this product helps with normal absorption of calcium.
WHY NUTRILITE? TALKING POINTS
• Contains three natural source • Calcium, magnesium and nutrients: calcium, magnesium vitamin D all help keep and vitamin D. bones strong.
• Calcified seaweed, which is one • Vitamin D supports the normal of nature’s most concentrated absorption of calcium. botanical sources of calcium, comes from NUTRICERT™ • Magnesium also contributes to normal muscle function certified farms around the RECOMMENDED DOSAGE coast of Iceland. and functioning of the nervous system. • Take 3 tablets per day. • Easy to swallow because of 1 tablet in the morning, • Calcium additionally contributes slim, streamlined shape. 1 at noon and to normal energy-yielding 1 in the evening. • No artificial flavours, colours or metabolism and blood clotting. added preservatives.
ADVISORY WHO NEEDS IT? INGREDIENTS Keep out of reach of young children. This product is no • Those who eat few foods Calcium carbonate, stabilisers substitute for a varied diet. Please do not exceed the containing calcium, such (microcrystalline cellulose, recommended daily dose. Keep bottle tightly closed. as milk and milk products, cross-linked sodium Store in a cool, dry place. and dark green leafy carboxymethylcellulose, vegetables. hydroxypropylmethylcellulose), ITEM NO. magnesium oxide, calcified seaweed • Those who do not tolerate milk (6.6%), (lithothamnium corallioides, l. 110606 180 tablets and/or other dairy products. Calcareum), maltodextrin, anti-caking agent (magnesium salts of fatty • Those who need extra calcium, acids, silicon dioxide), humectant e.g., women between 18 and (glycerol), glazing agent (carnauba 35 can greatly benefit from an wax), cholecalciferol. additional intake.
NUTRITION INFORMATION
AVERAGE CONTENT per tablet per 3 tablets %NRV*
Calcium 200 mg 600 mg 75
Magnesium 83.3 mg 250 mg 67
Vitamin D3 3.3 μg 10 μg 200
* % of Nutrient Reference Value 89 PRODUCTS
TARGETED FOOD SUPPLEMENTS NUTRILITE™ GARLIC
NUTRILITE Garlic is great to support resistance against temporary stress, normal immune function, maintenance of heart health and normal cholesterol levels. This food supplement is a convenient way to get the most out of garlic without the unpleasant odour side effects.
WHY NUTRILITE? TALKING POINTS
• No artificial sweeteners, • Garlic helps to keep the colours, flavours or heart healthy and maintain preservatives added. normal cholesterol levels, and contributes to normal immune function.
• Two tablets provide at least 13.5 mg of alliin and 6 mg of allicin that is created when garlic is crushed and its two components, alliin and alliinase, interact; and is RECOMMENDED DOSAGE responsible for the aroma of • Take 2 tablets per day, preferably fresh garlic. with a meal. • Enteric coating protects the active components in the garlic during their transit through the ADVISORY acidic stomach environment and releases them at the Keep out of reach of children. This product is no substitute for a intestines. varied diet. Please do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Keep bottle tightly closed. Store in a cool, dry place. • Pleasant peppermint flavour helps reduce odour and avoid ITEM NO. bad breath.
100566 120 tablets WHO NEEDS IT? INGREDIENTS
• Those who seek an effective Garlic concentrate (allium sativum) supplement with the benefits of (61%); stabiliser (microcrystalline garlic, but without the odour. cellulose, crosslinked sodium carboxymethylcellulose, methylcellulose), anti-caking agent (fatty acids, silicon dioxide), corn starch, corn syrup solids, glazing agent (shellac, carnauba wax), natural peppermint flavour.
NUTRITION INFORMATION
AVERAGE CONTENT per day (2 tablets)
Garlic concentrate 770 mg 90 PRODUCTS
NUTRILITE™ TARGETED FOOD SUPPLEMENTS SIBERIAN GINSENG WITH GINKGO BILOBA
NUTRILITE™ Siberian Ginseng is a safe way to provide more energy during the day. When used daily, our powerful blend of select ingredients have been known to support healthy blood and oxygen flow to the brain. Scientific studies have shown that Siberian Ginseng has a positive effect on work endurance.
TALKING POINTS WHO NEEDS IT?
• May improve physical and • People interested in improving mental performance their energy levels
• May increase the body’s non- specific resistance to stressful conditions
• Functions as an antioxidant
• May improve the flow of blood and oxygen to the brain
• Suitable for Vegetarians RECOMMENDED DOSAGE Take 1 tablet three times daily with • Gluten-free • meals. Take with water or other liquids.
INGREDIENTS ADVISORY
Dextrose, stabiliser: Children under 12 years of age, pregnant or nursing mothers, microcrystalline cellulose, or anyone with a medical condition should consult a physician cellulose, hydroxypropyl before using this product. Keep out of the reach of children. methylcellulose; yeast, siberian Diabetics should consult their physician before consuming ginseng (eleutherococcus this product, as Siberian ginseng may alter blood sugar levels. senticosus, 6.5%), citrus extracts, Siberian ginseng contains coumarins that may interfere with ginkgo biloba extract (4.2%), the action of vitamin K in blood clotting. Therefore, those with maltodextrin, anti-caking agents: clotting problems should consult their doctor, as consumption magnesium salts of fatty acids, of this product may lead to an increase in blood clots. silicon dioxide; schisandra berry extract (schisandra chinensis, ITEM NO. 1.5%), acerola concentrate, natural peppermint flavour, humectant: 5985 100 capsules glycerol, glazing agent: carnauba wax
NUTRITION INFORMATION
AVERAGE CONTENT per day (3 capsules)
Eleutherococcus extract 158 mg
Ginkgo Biloba extract 100 mg
Schisandra extract 36 mg
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TARGETED FOOD SUPPLEMENTS NUTRILITE™ BILBERRY WITH LUTEIN
Support your eyes with NUTRILITE Bilberry with Lutein, which brings you a special formula of bilberry and African marigold extract. This food supplement also contains docosahexaeonic acid (DHA) from tuna oil and has a refreshing spearmint flavour.
WHY NUTRILITE? TALKING POINTS
• Contains extracts and • Contains lutein from African concentrates or extracts from marigold (Tagetes erecta) four plants. flowers.
• No artificial sweeteners, • Contains DHA from tuna oil. colours, flavours or preservatives added. • Contains the NUTRILITE™ Acerola Cherry Concentrate.
• Natural spearmint flavour.
RECOMMENDED DOSAGE
• Take 1–2 capsules daily, preferably with meals.
CONTAINS CONCENTRATE OF
ACEROLA CHERRY
WHO NEEDS IT? INGREDIENTS CONTAINS EXTRACT OF • Those who seek to supplement Tuna oil, gelatin, extra virgin olive AFRICAN their diet with Bilberry. oil, humectant (glycerol), bilberry BILBERRY MARIGOLD extract, glazing agent (yellow beeswax), maltodextrin, acerola ORANGE cherry concentrate, emulsifier (soy lecithin), colour (sulphite ammonia caramel), orange extract, marigold ADVISORY extract, antioxidant (d-alpha tocopherol), natural spearmint Keep out of reach of young children. This product is no flavour, zeaxanthin. substitute for a varied diet. Please do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Keep bottle tightly closed. Store in a cool, dry place.
ITEM NO.
8007 62 capsules NUTRITION INFORMATION
AVERAGE CONTENT per capsule per day (2 capsules)
Bilberry Extract 40 mg 80 mg
Lutein 1.2 mg 2.4 mg
DHA 45 mg 90 mg
92 NUTRILITE™ PRODUCTS CONCENTRATED FRUITS TARGETED FOOD SUPPLEMENTS AND VEGETABLES
NUTRILITE Concentrated Fruits and Vegetables food supplement your daily intake of fruit and vegetables and provides a variety of phytonutrients and antioxidants.
WHY NUTRILITE? TALKING POINTS
• Contains plant concentrates • Helps expand the variety and extracts from plants. of plant-sourced nutrients in the diet and provides a • Our exclusive NUTRILITE™ variety of phytonutrients from concentrate process preserves concentrates and extracts, nutrients, keeping the which are essential for a nutritional value and essential balanced diet. phytonutrients. • Provides lycopene, hesperidin • No artificial sweeteners, and ellagic acid, which are also colours, flavours or naturally found in various fruits preservatives added. and vegetables.
• Contains rosemary extract that contains antioxidants like carnosic acid and carnosol. RECOMMENDED DOSAGE
WHO NEEDS IT? INGREDIENTS • 1 tablet, twice daily, with meals.
• Those whose lifestyle or diet Green tea extract (24%), does not provide adequate stabilisers (microcrystalline CONTAINS EXTRACT OR amounts of fresh fruit and cellulose, cross-linked sodium CONCENTRATE OF vegetables, at the number carboxymethylcellulose,
of at least five servings on a hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, gum TOMATO ACEROLA CHERRY daily basis. arabic), maltodextrin, pomegranate extract (11%), orange extract (10%), • Those who eat five or more ORANGE SPINACH anti-caking agents (fatty acids, servings per day, but of the silicon dioxide), gelatin, corn oil, same or similar fruit and rosemary extract (2%), corn starch, BLUEBERRY POMEGRANATE vegetables. elderberry extract (2%), acerola cherry concentrate (1%), sucrose, • Those who wish to increase CARROT ROSEMARY blueberry concentrate (1%), broccoli antioxidant protection against concentrate (1%), carrot concentrate free-radical damage. (1%), spinach concentrate (1%), GREEN TEA BROCCOLI
• Those who may have a nutrient lycopene, humectant (glycerol), gap in their diet. glazing agent (carnauba wax). ELDERBERRY Contains soy.
ADVISORY
Keep out of reach of young children. This product is no substitute for a varied diet. Please do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Keep bottle tightly closed. Store in a cool, dry place. NUTRITION INFORMATION ITEM NO. AVERAGE CONTENT per day (2 tablets) 100296 60 tablets Hesperidin 60 mg
Lycopene 3.1 mg
Ellagic acid 40 mg
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TARGETED FOOD SUPPLEMENTS NUTRILITE™ MULTI CAROTENE
NUTRILITE Multi Carotene food supplement contains beta-carotene, alpha-carotene and lutein, a complex of carotenoids similar to what is found in a mixture of various fruits and vegetables.
WHY NUTRILITE? TALKING POINTS
• Special carotenoid complex • Provides a source of vitamin A from three naturally derived (beta-carotene is also called sources: dunaliella salina algae, provitamin A). palm oil (elaeis guineensis) and marigold (Tagetes erecta). • Provides carotenoids similar to the mix found naturally in fruit • No artificial sweeteners, and vegetables. colours, flavours or preservatives added. • Provides lutein.
RECOMMENDED DOSAGE
• Take 1 to 3 capsules daily, preferably with meals. WHO NEEDS IT? INGREDIENTS
• Those who live stressful lives or Vegetable oil (olive oil, palm oil, ADVISORY live in highly polluted areas. soybean oil), gelatin, humectant (glycerol), glazing agent (yellow Keep out of reach of young children. This product is no beeswax), emulsifier (soy lecithin), substitute for a varied diet. Please do not exceed the color (sulfite ammonia caramel), recommended daily dose. Keep bottle tightly closed. Store in natural mixed carotenoids, marigold a cool, dry place. Smokers should consult with their medical extract, lutein (from marigold), practioner before taking betacarotene supplements. zeaxanthin (from marigold).
ITEM NO.
109538 90 capsules
NUTRITION INFORMATION
AVERAGE CONTENT per 1 capsule per 3 capsules
Beta-carotene 4.3 mg 12.8 mg
Alpha-carotene 1.1 mg 3.3 mg
Lutein 1.1 mg 3.4 mg
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NUTRILITE™ TARGETED FOOD SUPPLEMENTS GLUCOSAMINE WITH BOSWELLIA
Glucosamine hydrochloride supports healthy connective tissue and helps build and maintain collagen between joints. However, as our bodies age we produce less of this important nutrient. Clinical research states that 1500 mg of glucosamine hydrochloride may improve joint function and build cartilage. Boswellia naturally acts as an anti-inflammatory, which may reduce joint discomfort. The ingredients found in NUTRILITE™ Glucosamine HCl have been combined into one convenient supplement to promote healthy connective tissues and overall joint comfort. Regular consumption of this dietary supplement may help to support normal joint function and mobility.
WHY NUTRILITE? TALKING POINTS
• Glocosamine is available at clinically supported levels to RECOMMENDED DOSAGE support healthy connective tissue as well as build and Take 1 capsule with water 3 times per day. maintain collagen between joints ADVISORY • Regular consumption of this
dietary supplement may help to Children under 12 years of age, pregnant women or nursing support normal joint function mothers, or anyone with a medical condition, including diabetes and mobility and hypoglycaemia, should consult with a physician before using this product. Keep out of the reach of children. This • Gluten-free product is not a substitute for a varied diet. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Keep container tightly sealed. Store WHO NEEDS IT? INGREDIENTS in a cool, dry place.
• Anyone interested in supporting Glucosamine hydrochloride (55%, normal joint function, mobility 250 mg per capsule), stabiliser: ITEM NO. and flexibility microcrystalline cellulose. Gelatin, 100108 150 capsules boswellia extract (4.0%, 19 mg per • Anyone who frequently capsule), anti-caking agent: stearic exercises acid. Citrus extract (1.24%, 5.9 mg per capsule), acerola concentrate (0.8%, 3.5 mg per capsule), anti- caking agent: silicon dioxide
Contains concentrates of glucosamine and boswellia extract.
NUTRITION INFORMATION
AVERAGE CONTENT per capsule per 100 g
Energy 0.65 kcal/2.7 kJ 136 kcal/568 kJ
Protein 0.06 g 13.7 g
Carbohydrates 0.39 g 82.4 g
Fat 0.01 g 1.42 g
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TARGETED FOOD SUPPLEMENTS NUTRILITE™ COENZYME Q10
NUTRILITE Coenzyme Q10 food supplement is an ‘energy drink’ for cells. This enzyme, called co-enzyme Q10, is a fat-soluble, vitamin-like substance present in almost every cell of the body, and helps convert food into the vital energy the body needs.
WHY NUTRILITE? TALKING POINTS
• Contains three citrus • NUTRILITE Coenzyme Q10 is a concentrates from such fruits supplementary source of the as grapefruit, royal mandarin co-enzyme Q10 whose natural and lemon. concentration in our bodies decreases with age. • No artificial sweeteners, colours, flavours or preservatives added.
RECOMMENDED DOSAGE WHO NEEDS IT? INGREDIENTS • 1 capsule daily, preferably with a meal. • Those who need an additional Maltodextrin, gelatin, co-enzyme source of co-enzyme Q10 to Q10, citrus concentrates (4%), compensate for its decline as stabiliser (microcrystalline cellulose, CONTAINS CONCENTRATE OF they age. tricalcium phosphate), spirulina concentrate, anti-caking agent • Those who take statins to lower GRAPEFRUIT MANDARIN (magnesium salts of fatty acids, cholesterol levels because silicon dioxide). these drugs can inhibit the LEMON body’s natural synthesis of co-enzyme Q10.
• Those who live stressful lives or ADVISORY live in highly polluted areas.
Keep out of reach of young children. This product is no substitute for a varied diet. Please do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Keep bottle tightly closed. Store in a cool, dry place.
ITEM NO.
0191 60 capsules
NUTRITION INFORMATION
AVERAGE CONTENT per day (1 capsule)
Coenzyme Q10 30 mg
Citrus Concentrates 25 mg 96 PRODUCTS
TARGETED FOOD SUPPLEMENTS NUTRILITE™ CLA 500
NUTRILITE CLA 500 is a food supplement with conjugated linoleic acid (CLA), derived from safflower oil. CLA occurs naturally in meat and dairy products.
WHY NUTRILITE? TALKING POINTS
• No artificial sweeteners, • Derived from safflower oil. colours, flavours or preservatives added. • Meat and dairy products that are natural sources of CLA, which is an essential fatty acid, are often reduced in a low-fat diet, so CLA 500 may become a supplementary source.
RECOMMENDED DOSAGE WHO NEEDS IT? INGREDIENTS • Take 2 capsules 3 times per day, • Those who wish to take Conjugated linoleic acid (from preferably with meals. advantage of the benefits that safflower oil, contains soy), gelatin, CLA 500 brings. humectant (glycerol), antioxidant (tocopherol-rich extract). ADVISORY
Keep out of reach of children. This product is no substitute for a varied diet. Please do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Keep bottle tightly closed. Store in a cool, dry place.
ITEM NO.
100054 90 capsules
NUTRITION INFORMATION
AVERAGE CONTENT per day (6 capsules)
Conjugated Linoleic Acid 3 g 97 PRODUCTS NUTRILITE™ BIOTIN C PLUS
TARGETED FOOD SUPPLEMENTS This food supplement is ideal for women and men who seek to take control of their hair and skin’s health. A powerful and special combination of biotin, collagen and vitamin C helps not only support hair and skin health but also reduce stress, pollution and other factors putting a strain on the skin and hair. This product contains grape seed extract as well as NUTRILITE™ Acerola Cherry Concentrate.
WHY NUTRILITE? TALKING POINTS
• This special supplement • Contains biotin to support hair combines biotin, collagen, and skin health. grape seed extract, glycine, L-cysteine, vitamin C. • Includes biotin that helps keep hair healthy and shiny. • Contains grape seed extract and NUTRILITE™ Acerola Cherry • Vitamin C contributes to normal Concentrate. collagen formation for the normal functioning of skin. • No artificial sweeteners, colours, flavours or • Vitamin C needs to be preservatives added. replenished daily and is not stored in the body.
• Vitamin C contributes to the protection of cells from RECOMMENDED DOSAGE oxidative stress.
• 2 tablets daily, preferably with meals. WHO NEEDS IT? INGREDIENTS
• Women and men who wish to Hydrolised collagen, stabilisers CONTAINS EXTRACT OF support the condition of their (microcrystalline cellulose, hair and skin health with the dicalcium phosphate, crosslinked help of supplementation. sodium carboxymethylcellulose, ACEROLA CHERRY hydroxypropyl methylcellulose), • Women and men who are l-ascorbic acid, maltodextrin, acerola concerned about dry skin concentrate, anti-caking agents ADVISORY or hair, resulting from daily (magnesium trisilicate, magnesium stress, nutritional deficiency or salts of fatty acids, silicon dioxide), Keep out of reach of children. This product is no substitute for a environmental damage. glycine, grape seed extract, l-cysteine varied diet. Please do not exceed the recommended daily dose. hydrochloride, humectant (glycerol), • Women and men whose Keep bottle tightly closed. Store in a cool dry place. d-biotin, glazing agent (carnauba lifestyle or diet does not provide wax). adequate amounts of fresh fruit ITEM NO. and vegetables on a daily basis.
100305 90 tablets • Women and men who wish to increase antioxidant protection against free-radical damage.
NUTRITION INFORMATION
AVERAGE CONTENT per 2 tablets % NRV*
Vitamin C 60 mg 76
Biotin 450 μg 900
L-Cysteine 9 mg **
Collagen 500 mg **
Glycine 30 mg –
* % of Nutrient Reference Value ** NRV not established 98 NUTRILITE™ PRODUCTS IRON FOLIC PLUS TARGETED FOOD SUPPLEMENTS
This food supplement has been developed with women’s health in mind, which is especially important during pregnancy and breastfeeding, and critical for women during childbearing. It supplies iron from two iron sources together with folic acid. The product also contains premium NUTRILITE™ Spinach Concentrate.
WHY NUTRILITE? TALKING POINTS
• Contains two sources of iron: • Folate (folic acid) contributes ferrous fumarate and ferrous to maternal tissue growth gluconate. during pregnancy and normal blood formation. • Contains NUTRILITE Spinach Concentrate. • Iron and folate have a role in the process of cell division. • No artificial sweeteners, colours, flavours or • Iron supports the normal preservatives added. formation of haemoglobin and red blood cells.
WHO NEEDS IT? INGREDIENTS
• Women who are pregnant or Calcium carbonate (from oyster RECOMMENDED DOSAGE breastfeeding, if advised by shells), spinach concentrate, their doctor. ferrous gluconate, maltodextrin, • 1 tablet daily to supplement dietary stabilisers (microcrystalline intake of iron and folic acid. • The elderly and adolescent cellulose, crosslinked sodium females. carboxymethylcellulose, gum • 1 to 2 tablets daily for pregnant and arabic, methylcellulose), ferrous breast-feeding women. • Those who lead active fumarate, anti-caking agents lifestyles or are professional or Do not exceed the recommended intake. (silicon dioxide, magnesium salts of amateur athletes. fatty acids), humectant (glycerol), pteroylmonoglutamic acid, glazing • Those who do not consume CONTAINS CONCENTRATE OF adequate amounts of meats, agent (carnauba wax). whole grains, fortified cereals, SPINACH legumes and vegetables in their diet.
• Those who may have an ADVISORY imbalance of iron and folic acid in their diet. Keep out of reach of young children. This product is no substitute for a varied diet. Please do not exceed recommended • Those who wish to supplement daily dose. Keep bottle tightly closed. Store in a cool, dry place. their diet with iron and folic acid. ITEM NO.
100295 120 tablets
NUTRITION INFORMATION
per day per day AVERAGE CONTENT % NRV* % NRV* (1 tablet) (2 tablets)
Folic Acid 150 μg 75 300 μg 150
Iron 10 mg 71 20 mg 143
* % of Nutrient Reference Value 99 PRODUCTS
TARGETED FOOD SUPPLEMENTS NUTRILITE™ CHEWABLE IRON
This food supplement helps both women and men supply their bodies with necessary iron, which is an essential mineral. Both women and men need a sufficient amount of iron to support and maintain proper oxygen transport in the body. NUTRILITE Chewable Iron provides iron from ferrous fumarate, an iron source that is easily absorbed by the body.
WHY NUTRILITE? TALKING POINTS
• Contains ferrous fumarate as • Iron contributes to normal the iron source. oxygen transport in the body.
• Chewable and easy to take. • Iron supports the normal formation of haemoglobin and • Delicious raspberry and red blood cells. cherry flavours. • Iron helps to reduce tiredness • No artificial sweeteners, and fatigue and contributes colours, flavours or to normal energy-yielding preservatives added. metabolism. RECOMMENDED DOSAGE
• Chew 1 to 2 tablets daily. WHO NEEDS IT? INGREDIENTS
• Those who do not consume Dextrose, corn starch, anti-caking ADVISORY adequate amounts of meat, agents (fatty acids, magnesium salts
Keep out of reach of young children. This product is no whole grains, fortified cereals, of fatty acids), stabiliser (tricalcium substitute for a varied diet. Please do not exceed the legumes and vegetables in phosphate), ferrous fumarate, acid recommended daily dose. Keep bottle tightly closed. their diet. (citric acid), natural flavours (cherry Store in a cool, dry place. and raspberry). • Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding, if advised by ITEM NO. their doctor.
8669 100 tablets • Women during childbearing years.
• The elderly and adolescent females.
• Those who lead active lifestyles or are professional or amateur athletes.
• Those who are interested in increasing their iron intake.
• Those who have difficulty swallowing tablets.
NUTRITION INFORMATION
AVERAGE CONTENT per tablet per day (2 tablets) % NRV*
Iron 6 mg 12 mg 86
* % of Nutrient Reference Value 100 NUTRILITE™ PRODUCTS CHEWABLE MULTIVITAMIN TARGETED FOOD SUPPLEMENTS
Multivitamins and minerals are important for the whole family. A well-balanced diet is particularly crucial at a young age, when children’s bodies demand vitamins and minerals to be able to develop healthy and properly. This food supplement has a chewable format that is ideal for both children and adults. It contains tropical fruit concentrates, vitamins, minerals and beta-carotene in a pleasant orange flavour.
WHY NUTRILITE? TALKING POINTS
• Includes 16 essential vitamins • Calcium and vitamin D and minerals at levels that both contribute to the maintenance children and adults may need. of strong bones and teeth.
• Contains Tropical Fruit • Contains vitamin C, iron and Concentrate with plant zinc that support the immune compounds from whole fruits. system in functioning properly.
• No artificial sweeteners, • Iron contributes to normal colours, flavours or oxygen transport in the body preservatives added. and to normal formation of red blood cells and haemoglobin. • Sweetened with dextrose and fructose. • Vitamin B (folate, niacin, RECOMMENDED DOSAGE pantothenic acid, B2, B12, B6) contributes to the reduction of • Children above 4 years chew WHO NEEDS IT? tiredness and fatigue. 2 tablets daily. • Adults up to 4 tablets daily with meals. • Children from the age of four • Chewable format and orange onwards, who are able to taste makes intake easy and chew properly. CONTAINS CONCENTRATE OF pleasant for children. • Those who may have a nutrient ACEROLA CHERRY TROPICAL FRUITS gap in their diet, and do not eat enough fresh fruit, vegetables and whole grains every day. INGREDIENTS
Dextrose, fructose, calcium carbonate, magnesium oxide, maltodextrin, l-ascorbic acid (vitamin c), tropical fruit concentrate (acerola cherry, passion fruit, pineapple, cashew fruit, guava), partially hydrogenated NUTRITION INFORMATION palm oil, corn starch, stabiliser (microcrystalline AVERAGE CONTENT per 2 tablets % NRV* per 4 tablets % NRV* cellulose, acacia gum), sugar, anti-caking agents (fatty acids, silicon dioxide), acidity regulator (tartaric acid), Beta Carotene 1 mg – 2 mg – natural fruit flavours, ferrous fumarate, nicotinamide, Vitamin D 5 μg 100 10 μg 200 d-alpha-tocopheryl acid succinate, zinc oxide, d-calcium pantothenate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, Vitamin E 7.5 mg -TE 63 15 mg -TE 125 thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, beta-carotene, Vitamin B1 0.9 mg 82 1.8 mg 164 pteroylmonoglutamic acid, d-biotin, cholecalciferol, Contains soy Vitamin B2 1.05 mg 75 2.1 mg 150 cyanocobalamin. Contains soy and nuts. and nuts. Niacin 12 mg NE 75 24 mg NE 150
Pantothenic acid 4 mg 67 8 mg 134 Vitamin B6 1 mg 71 2 mg 143 ADVISORY Folic acid 100 μg 50 200 μg 100 This product contains iron. Keep out of reach of young children. Vitamin B12 0.75 μg 30 1.5 μg 60 This product is no substitute for a varied diet. Please do not Biotin 50 μg 100 100 μg 200 exceed the recommended daily dose. Keep bottle tightly closed. Vitamin C 47 mg 59 94 mg 118 Store in a cool, dry place. Calcium 136 mg 17 272 mg 34
Iron 5 mg 36 10 mg 72 ITEM NO. Zinc 5 mg 50 10 mg 100
* % of Nutrient Reference Value 100930 120 tablets 101 PRODUCTS
TARGETED FOOD SUPPLEMENTS NUTRILITE™ CHEWABLE VITAMIN C
Chewable vitamin C is an easy way to support children’s immune systems and proper growth of bones, teeth and gums. An easy-to-consume chewable format with fruit flavour makes this food supplement enjoyable for the small ones. Vitamin C comes from acerola cherries, one of the richest known sources of vitamin C.
WHY NUTRILITE? TALKING POINTS
• Contains the NUTRILITE™ • Vitamin C contributes to the Acerola Cherry Concentrate, normal functioning of the and acerola cherries are immune system. amongst the richest natural sources known for providing • Vitamin C supports normal vitamin C. collagen formation necessary for healthy gums and teeth. • Acerola cherries are grown on our certified environmentally • Fruit punch flavour makes the sensitive farms. tablet palatable and enjoyable RECOMMENDED DOSAGE to take. • Each tablet of NUTRILITE • Children chew 1-2 tablets daily with meals. Chewable Vitamin C contains • Chewable, easy to eat for 120 mg of premium NUTRILITE children and adults who have • Adults chew up to 6 tablets daily with meals. Acerola Cherry Concentrate. difficulty swallowing tablets.
• No artificial sweeteners, ADVISORY colours, flavours or preservatives added.
Keep out of reach of young children. This product is no substitute for a varied diet. Please do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Keep bottle tightly closed. WHO NEEDS IT? INGREDIENTS Excessive consumption may produce laxative effects. Store in a cool, dry place. • Children from the age of four Sweetener (sorbitol), dextrose, onwards, who are able to fructose, corn starch, acerola ITEM NO. chew properly. cherry concentrate (11%), stabiliser (microcrystalline cellulose), anti- 8617 100 tablets • Older children or adults who caking agents (silicon dioxide, prefer a chewable supplement. magnesium salts of fatty acids), acid (citric acid), natural flavouring. • Children and older people who Contains Nuts. do not regularly eat enough foods containing vitamin C, such as citrus fruit, broccoli or Brussels sprouts.
NUTRITION INFORMATION
per day AVERAGE CONTENT per tablet % NRV* (adults: % NRV* 6 tablets)
Vitamin C 30 mg 38 180 mg 225
* % of Nutrient Reference Value 102 NUTRILITE™ PRODUCTS ECHINACEA PLUS TARGETED FOOD SUPPLEMENTS
Echinacea is widely used by people throughout the world to support the body’s natural resistance and immune system. NUTRILITE™ Echinacea Plus uses three parts of the Echinacea plant with a great number of phytonutrients to support the body’s immune system. It uses two different species of Echinacea – E. purpurea root and E. augustifolia root, combined in a unique concentrate. Various species of echinacea have been known to increase phagocytosis, the action of engulfing and destroying potentially harmful organisms. More than 300 quality tests and checks are performed on NUTRILITE™ Echinacea Plus to ensure its purity and potency.
TALKING POINTS INGREDIENTS
• Helps support the body’s Corn starch, stabiliser: natural resistance and general microcrystalline cellulose, well-being crosslinked sodium carboxy- methylcellulose, methylcellulose; • Three parts from two echinacea echinacea extracts (echinacea species provide a broad purpurea herb and root and spectrum of support for the echinacea angustifolia root, 25%), RECOMMENDED DOSAGE immune system citrus extracts, maltodextrin, anti- caking agents: fatty acids, silicon • Take 3 tablets immediately when support WHO NEEDS IT? dioxide; tricalcium phosphate, glazing for the body’s natural resistance is agent: carnauba wax, humectant: needed. Repeat twice during the same • Individuals who travel glycerol. Contains concentrate of day, if necessary. Continue to take 3 frequently or may be sensitive Echinacea. daily as needed. Daily use beyond 2 to a changing environment consecutive weeks is not recommended. with additional stress placed on the body, and those looking to regulate and optimise the DIETARY INFORMATION immune system. • Suitable for diabetics (content of carbohydrates and kilojoules is negligible)
• Suitable for vegetarians
• Suitable for vegans
• Gluten-free
ADVISORY
Keep out of the reach of children. Children under 12 years of age, pregnant or lactating women or anyone with a medical condition should consult a physician before using this product. Not recommended for systemic and autoimmune disorders (e.g., lupus, tuberculosis, leukosis, collagenosis, multiple sclerosis, AIDS, and HIV infections). NUTRITION INFORMATION
AVERAGE CONTENT per 3 tablets per 100g ITEM NO. Energy 4.8 kcal 194.2 kcal
Equal to 20.1 (kJ) 815.6 (kJ) 5986 120 tablets
Protein 0.096 g 3.9 g
Carbohydrate 1.065 g 43.3 g
Fat 0.015 g 0.60 g
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TARGETED FOOD SUPPLEMENTS NUTRILITE™ PRIMROSE PLUS
Evening primrose oil and borage oil are both excellent sources of GLA (gamma-linoleic acid). NUTRILITE Primrose Plus combines both with other popular traditional herbs and exclusive NUTRILITE plant concentrates to bring you this gentle formula.
TALKING POINTS DIETARY INFORMATION
• Provides nutritional support for • Gluten-free and lactose-free a woman’s wellbeing during her menstrual cycle • No artificial colours, flavours or preservatives added • Primrose oil is a rich source of long-chain fatty acid, gamma- linolenic acid (GLA)
• GLA is thought to be helpful in restoring the body’s natural RECOMMENDED DOSAGE balance of fatty acids
Take one to four tablets per day, preferably with • Mixed carotenoids are thought meals. to be good for antioxidant protection
ADVISORY WHO NEEDS IT? INGREDIENTS
Keep out of the reach of young children. This product is Women during their menstrual cycle Gelatin, borage oil, evening not a substitute for a varied diet. Please do not exceed the primrose oil, humectant: glycerol, recommended daily dose. Keep bottle tightly closed. Store in ginger root extract, extra virgin a cool, dry place. Children under 12 years of age, pregnant olive oil, stabiliser: yellow beeswax, or lactating women, or anyone with a pre-existing medical maltodextrin, don quai extract, condition should consult a physician before using this product. chasteberry extract, emulsifier: soy lecithin, orange extract, colour: sulphite ammonia caramel (contains ITEM NO. sulfites), mixed carotenes.
100135 120 capsules
NUTRITION INFORMATION
AVERAGE CONTENT per capsule per day (4 capsules)
Borage oil (Borago officinalis) 129 mg 516 mg
Evening Primrose oil (Oenothera biennis) 128 mg 510 mg
Ginger extract (Zingiber officinale) 51 mg 204 mg
Dong quai extract (Angelica sinensis) 17 mg 68 mg
Chasteberry extract (Vitex agnus-castus) 15 mg 60 mg
Orange Extract (Citrus sinensis) 8 mg 32 mg 104 NUTRILITE™ PRODUCTS SAW PALMETTO AND TARGETED FOOD SUPPLEMENTS NETTLE ROOT
This exclusive NUTRILITE™ formula, designed specifically for men, provides a unique blend of vegetal extracts of saw palmetto, nettle root and pumpkin seeds. This product has been developed by our top scientists in conjunction with respected botanical experts, to ensure that you receive a product that is thoroughly researched and developed to fulfil the NUTRILITE™ brand promise of high-quality products. In addition, a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle are of general importance.
TALKING POINTS INGREDIENTS
Exclusive formula with three Pumpkin seed oil, gelatin, saw botanical extracts based on palmetto extract, nettle root extract, worldwide scientific documentation. humectant: glycerol, extra virgin olive Contains saw palmetto, nettle root oil, glazing agent: yellow beeswax, and pumpkin seed oil extracts. orange extract, emulsifier: soy lecithin, colour: caustic sulphite caramel, anti-caking agent: silicon dioxide, mixed carotenes. Contains concentrates of saw palmetto and WHO NEEDS IT? nettle root, pumpkin seed oil and RECOMMENDED DOSAGE bioflavonoid concentrate. Men interested in promoting normal 1 capsule three times per day with meals. prostate health
DIETARY INFORMATION
• Suitable for diabetics
• Gluten-free
ADVISORY
Keep out of the reach of children. This product is not a substitute for a varied diet. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Keep bottle tightly closed. Store in a cool, dry place.
ITEM NO.
8004 100 capsules
NUTRITION INFORMATION
AVERAGE CONTENT per day (3 capsules)
Pumpkin seed oil 495 mg
Saw palmetto extract 330 mg
Nettle root extract 240 mg
Bioflavonoid concentrate 103 mg 105 PRODUCTS
SUPPORTING PRODUCTS NUTRILITE™ FIBRE POWDER
This product is great as part of a balanced healthy diet. NUTRILITE Fibre Powder contains soluble dietary fibre from three different plant sources. It is a quick and convenient way to supply your body with a daily fibre intake.
WHY NUTRILITE? TALKING POINTS
• Fibre Powder is a special blend • Helps control the daily of three soluble fibres from fibre intake. naturally derived plant sources.
• Quick and convenient way to contribute to a daily fibre intake: WHO NEEDS IT? taste-free and easy-to-mix dry powder can be sprinkled onto • Individuals who want a healthy foods or mixed with liquids. diet balanced with fibre.
• This product contains 5 g of • People who do not consume fibre and can be taken together sufficient amounts of complex with other NUTRILITE Fibre carbohydrates in their diet. products, to provide you with RECOMMENDED DOSAGE • Those who do not eat sufficient different sources of fibre. amounts of whole grains, • Always dissolve contents of 1 stick pack fresh fruits and vegetables. in 250 ml to 375 ml of water or juice, • Uses a special formula that is or sprinkle on food and drink a full glass gentle on the stomach. (250 ml) of liquid with each serving. For adults and children of 12 years of age or • Non-gritty and odourless older, 1 to 2 stick packs per day, gradually powder blends easily with any increasing fibre intake. Best if consumed non-carbonated beverage or with a meal. can be sprinkled onto foods without significantly changing their taste.
INGREDIENTS • Suitable for use in cooking.
Resistant maltodextrin, inulin (cichorium • No artificial sweeteners, intybus), partially hydrolysed guar gum. colours, flavours or preservatives added.
ADVISORY
Keep out of reach of young children.
ITEM NO. NUTRITION INFORMATION 102736 30 sticks Each stick contains 5 g of fibre AVERAGE CONTENT per serving 6 g per 100 g
Energy 50 kJ (12 kcal) 833 kJ (200 kcal)
Fat,of which 0 g 0 g
Saturates 0 g 0 g
Carbohydrate, of which 0.6 g 10 g
Sugars 0.5 g 8 g
Fibre 5 g 83 g
Protein 0 g 0 g
Salt 0 g 0.08 g 106 PRODUCTS
NUTRILITE™ SUPPORTING PRODUCTS CHEWABLE FIBRE BLEND
This food supplement is great as a support of a balanced, healthy diet. NUTRILITE Chewable Fibre Blend consists of a mix of 13 different raw materials derived from natural sources to supply the body with soluble and insoluble fibre. Enjoyable orange cream flavours turn the process of fibre blend consumption into a real delight.
WHY NUTRILITE? TALKING POINTS
• Chewable Fibre Blend consists • Helps control the daily of dietary fibre from 13 different fibre intake. raw materials such as fructooligosaccharides, and fibre from acacia, sugar cane, oats, acerola cherries, wheat, lemons, WHO NEEDS IT? soy, cactus pears, apples, peas, • People who want a healthy diet barley and carrots. balanced with fibre. • NUTRILITE special fibre blend • Those who do not consume contains soluble and insoluble sufficient amounts of complex fibre, which are both important carbohydrates in their diet. RECOMMENDED DOSAGE to include in every person’s diet. • Individuals who do not eat • For adults and children 6 years of age • Orange cream flavour helps sufficient amounts of whole or older, chew 1 tablet 3 times per day. enjoy the health benefits of a grains, fresh fruits and Drink at least a full glass (250 ml) of liquid fibre-rich diet. vegetables. with each tablet. • No artificial sweeteners, colours, flavours or CONTAINS CONCENTRATE OF preservatives added.
ACEROLA CHERRY OPUNTIA CACTUS INGREDIENTS
CARROT Fructooligosaccharides (32%), fructose, sugarcane fibre (9%), acacia gum (acacia seyal, 9%), oat fiber (4%), stabiliser (microcrystalline ADVISORY cellulose), acerola cherry concentrate Keep out of reach of young children. This product is no (3%), wheat fibre (3%), natural substitute for a varied diet. Please do not exceed the flavouring, lemon fibre (2%), soy fiber recommended daily Dose. Keep bottle tightly closed. (2%), anticaking agents (fatty acids, Store in a cool, dry place. silicone dioxide), opuntia cactus concentrate (2%), apple fibre (1.5%), barley bran (1.5%), pea fibre (1.5%), ITEM NO. carrot concentrate (1.5%), corn starch. Contains Lactose. 104402 60 tablets
NUTRITION INFORMATION
AVERAGE CONTENT per tablet per day (3 tablets)
Soluble Fibre 0.95 g 2.85 g
Insoluble Fibre 0.75 g 2.25 g
Total Fibre 1.7 g 5.1 g 107 PRODUCTS
active lifestyle
It’s important to exercise regularly.
However, you can’t afford to lose essential nutrients. The NUTRILITE™ active lifestyle range was developed to help you keep in optimal shape, providing the correct vitamins and minerals, and balancing your hydration in order to keep a well-balanced lifestyle.
To keep you energised, the XS™ brand addresses key aspects of the body’s needs before, during and after your workout. The products support you with your daily activities to live life to the fullest.
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PRODUCTS
ACTIVE LIFESTYLE XS™ POWER DRINK
Get ready to blast into high gear with the XS Power Drink! It contains potent levels of B vitamins mixed with caffeine, taurine and is flavoured with a herbal blend of Chinese ginseng and acai berry. With zero sugar and very low kilojoules, this great tasting power drink helps you get through hectic days. Own the day with Power Drink!
WHY XS? TALKING POINTS
• XS™ is the first exclusively • Loaded with B vitamins to sugar-free energy drink brand support your normal energy- sold globally*. yielding metabolism while reducing tiredness and fatigue. • Contains a herbal blend of Chinese ginseng and acai berry. • Pantothenic acid additionally supports normal mental performance.
• Caffeine and taurine. ADVISORY WHO NEEDS IT? • Zero sugar and low in kilojoules, High caffeine content (32 mg/100 ml). Not recommended for • People who see life as a never- which makes the drink a perfect children, pregnant or breastfeeding women, or caffeine-sensitive ending adventure and challenge alternative to soft drinks. people. Consume in moderation. A varied and balanced diet and themselves to achieve more. healthy lifestyle are of general importance. • Great taste, with a variety of • Those who are dynamic and different flavours to suit your performance-oriented whilst individual taste. ITEM NO. also balancing this with a fun 117849 Tropical Blast and active lifestyle. 117851 Electric Lemon Blast • Women and men who are 119803 Pink Grapefruit Blast physically active. 122110 Orange Kumquat Blast • Individuals who want to have a clear and focused mind.
INGREDIENTS INGREDIENTS
Tropical Blast Electric Lemon Blast Water, carbon dioxide, Water, lemon juice concentrate, glucuronolactone, taurine (0.2%), carbon dioxide, acid (citric acid (citric acid), natural flavouring, acid), glucuronolactone, taurine maltodextrin, caffeine, inositol, (0.2%), natural citrus flavouring, nicotinamide (vitamin B3), calcium maltodextrin, caffeine, inositol, d-pantothenate (vitamin B5), nicotinamide (vitamin B3), calcium pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin d-pantothenate (vitamin B5), B6), cyanocobalamin (vitamin pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B12), panax ginseng extract, B6), cyanocobalamin (vitamin B12), acai berry concentrate, sodium panax ginseng extract, acai berry chloride, sweeteners (acesulfame K, concentrate, sweeteners (acesulfame sucralose), preservatives (sodium K, sucralose), preservatives (sodium
* Source: Euromonitor International Limited. benzoate, potassium sorbate), benzoate, potassium sorbate). www.euromonitor.com/amway-claims colours (riboflavin, anthocyanins). 110 PRODUCTS
ACTIVE LIFESTYLE
NUTRITION INFORMATION TROPICAL BLAST NUTRITION INFORMATION ELECTRIC LEMON BLAST
TROPICAL BLAST (117138) per 100 ml ELECTRIC LEMON BLAST (117139) per 100 ml
Energy Value 7 kJ / 2 kcal Energy Value 16 kJ / 4 kcal
Fat 0 g Fat 0 g
- of which saturates 0 g - of which saturates 0 g
Carbohydrates 0 g Carbohydrates 0 g
- of which sugar 0 g - of which sugar 0 g
Protein 0 g Protein 0 g
Salt 0.03 g Salt 0 g
Niacin (Vitamin B3) 19.2 mg (120%*) Niacin (Vitamin B3) 19.2 mg (120%*)
Pantothenic acid (Vitamin B5) 6 mg (100%*) Pantothenic acid (Vitamin B5) 6 mg (100%*)
Vitamin B6 1.7 mg (120%*) Vitamin B6 1.7 mg (120%*)
Vitamin B12 3 μg (120%*) Vitamin B12 3 μg (120%*)
* % of Nutrient Reference Value * % of Nutrient Reference Value
NUTRITION INFORMATION PINK GRAPEFRUIT BLAST NUTRITION INFORMATION ORANGE KUMQUAT BLAST
PINK GRAPEFRUIT BLAST (119802) per 100 ml ORANGE KUMQUAT BLAST (119802) per 100 ml
Energy Value 17 kJ / 4 kcal Energy Value 17 kJ / 4 kcal
Fat 0 g Fat 0 g
- of which saturates 0 g - of which saturates 0 g
Carbohydrates 0 g Carbohydrates 0 g
- of which sugar 0 g - of which sugar 0 g
Protein 0 g Protein 0 g
Salt 0.07 g Salt 0.07 g
Niacin (Vitamin B3) 19.2 mg (120%*) Niacin (Vitamin B3) 19 mg (120%*)
Pantothenic acid (Vitamin B5) 6 mg (100%*) Pantothenic acid (Vitamin B5) 6 mg (100%*)
Vitamin B6 1.7 mg (120%*) Vitamin B6 1.7 mg (120%*)
Vitamin B12 3 μg (120%*) Vitamin B12 3 μg (120%*)
* % of Nutrient Reference Value * % of Nutrient Reference Value
INGREDIENTS INGREDIENTS
Pink Grapefruit Blast Orange Kumquat Blast Water, carbon dioxide, grapefruit juice concentrate, acid (citric water, carbon dioxide, orange juice concentrate, acid (citric acid), acid), glucuronolactone, taurine (0.2%), caffeine, inositol, glucuronolactone, taurine (0,2%), acidity regulator (trisodium nicotinamide (vitamin B3), calcium d-pantothenate (vitamin B5), citrate), natural orange flavouring with other natural flavourings, pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6), cyanocobalamin (vitamin sweeteners (acesulfame K and sucralose), preservatives (sodium B12), panax ginseng extract, acai berry concentrate, natural benzoate, potassium sorbate); vitamins: nicotinamide (vitamin grapefruit flavouring with other natural flavourings, sweeteners B3), calcium D-pantothenate (vitamin B5), pyridoxine hydrochloride (acesulfame K, sucralose), preservatives (sodium benzoate, (vitamin B6), cyanocobalamin (vitamin B12); caffeine, antioxidant potassium sorbate), acidity regulator (sodium citrates), (L-ascorbic acid), inositol, ginseng extract extract (Panax ginseng), maltodextrin, orange terpenes, stabilisers (gum arabic, glycerol acai extract (Euterpe oleracea), colour (capsanthin). ester of wood rosins), colour (anthocyanin). 111 PRODUCTS
ACTIVE LIFESTYLE XS™ JUICED POWER DRINK
‘Morning power’ in a can that gets you ready to blast into high gear. The new XS Juiced Power Drink is just a super juicy-tasting power drink that helps you get through hectic days. Own the day with Juiced Power Drink!
WHY XS? TALKING POINTS
• Natural flavouring. • 25% fruit juice from fruit juice concentrates. • Contains a herbal blend of Chinese ginseng and acai berry. • A boost of vitamin C.
• B vitamins help reduce tiredness and fatigue.
WHO NEEDS IT? • Pantothenic acid additionally supports normal mental • People who see life as a never- performance. ending adventure and challenge themselves to achieve more. • Caffeine and taurine. ADVISORY • Those who are dynamic and • Great taste, with a variety of different flavours to suit your High caffeine content (32 mg/100 ml). Not recommended performance-oriented whilst individual taste. for children, pregnant or breastfeeding women, or caffeine- also balancing this with a fun sensitive people. Consume in moderation. A varied and and active lifestyle. balanced diet and healthy lifestyle are of general importance. • Women and men who are physically active. ITEM NO. • Individuals who want to have a 120901 Dragon Fruit Blast clear and focused mind. 120406 Mango Passion Blast
INGREDIENTS
Dragon Fruit Blast Water, pear juice concentrate, carbon dioxide, dragonfruit juice concentrate, acid (citric acid), NUTRITION INFORMATION glucuronolactone, taurine (0.2%), vitamins (vitamin C, niacin, pantothenic acid, vitamin NUTRITIONAL VALUE Dragon Fruit Blast Mango Passion Blast per 100 ml per 100 ml B6, vitamin B12), caffeine, inositol, natural flavouring, acai berry concentrate, panax Energy Value 52 kJ/12 kcal 55 kJ/13 kcal ginseng extract, colour (carotenes), sweeteners Fat 0 g 0 g (acesulfame K, sucralose), preservative (potassium sorbate). of which saturates 0 g 0 g Carbohydrates 2,6 g 2,6 g Mango Passion Blast Water, apple juice concentrate, carbon dioxide, of which sugar 2,1 g 2,5 g mango juice concentrate, acid (citric acid), Protein 0 g 0 g
glucuronolactone, taurine (0.2%), passion fruit Salt 0 g 0 g juice concentrate, vitamins (vitamin C, niacin, Vitamin C 32 mg (40 %**) 32 mg (40 %**) pantothenic acid, vitamin B6, vitamin B12), natural flavouring, caffeine, inositol, acai berry Niacin (vitamin B3) 19,2 mg (120 %**) 19,2 mg (120 %**) concentrate, panax ginseng extract, sweeteners Pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) 6 mg (100 %**) 6 mg (100 %**) (acesulfame K, sucralose), preservative Vitamin B6 1,7 mg (120 %**) 1,7 mg (120 %**) (potassium sorbate). Vitamin B12 3 μg (120 %**) 3 μg (120 %**) *Source: Euromonitor International Limited. www.euromonitor.com/amway-claims **= % NRV: Nutrient Reference Value 112 PRODUCTS
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113 PRODUCTS NUTRILITE™ ACTIVE LIFESTYLE VITAMIN B COMPLEX
NUTRILITE vitamin B complex is a plant-based B vitamin food supplement packed with all eight essential B vitamins . It contains spirulina derived from natural sources. The bilayer tablet design releases two B vitamins instantly, then 6 more slowly and steadily, over 8 hours. Don’t let fatigue block you*.
WHY NUTRILITE? TALKING POINTS
• Among leading, global vitamin • The bilayer tablet allows brands, Nutrilite is the first and dual action technology, only with a B-complex vitamin a combination of both supplement with dual-action instant and extended release technology.** technologies. This ensures that B vitamins are released to the • Contains natural spirulina, body at the optimal time. a nutrient rich, blue-green micro algae, which is grown and • Delivers all eight essential harvested on a NUTRICERT™ B vitamins. Instant release certified aqua-farm. provides a boost of vitamin B12 and B2, while extended release • No artificial sweeteners, provides six more B vitamins for colours, flavours or full eight hours. preservatives added. • Based on research, our RECOMMENDED DOSAGE scientists selected the vitamins for the instant versus extended • Take 1 tablet daily. WHO NEEDS IT? release layer. Vitamin B12 for example must be released • Those who take care of their instantly to the stomach, ADVISORY bodies but don’t always have because it needs to bind to time to eat right and don’t a protein in the stomach and Keep out of reach of young children. Not suitable for children want the hassle of taking duodenum for absorption. If this under 3. This product is no substitute for a varied diet. Please supplements more than once vitamin were released at a later do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Keep bottle tightly a day. stage it could not be absorbed closed. Store in a cool, dry place. by the body anymore. • Women and men who have busy lives and cannot afford to be INGREDIENTS • To the reduction of tiredness run-down or low on energy. and fatigue contributes B2, B3, Bulking agent (dicalcium phosphate), B5, B6, B9 and B12. • People who do not regularly eat yeast 16%, spirulina powder, lactose, meat or animal products and • The normal energy-yielding stabilisers (hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, feel a need to supplement their metabolism is supported by B1, microcrystalline cellulose, cross-linked sodium diet with B vitamins. B2, B3, B5, B6, B7 and B12. carboxymethylcellulose), nicotinamide, d-calcium pantothenate, anti-caking agents (silicon dioxide, magnesium salts of fatty NUTRITION INFORMATION acids), pyridoxine hydrochloride, riboflavin, thiamine mononitrate, humectant (glycerol), AVERAGE CONTENT daily dose (1 tablet) % NRV*** pteroylmonoglutamic acid, glazing agent Thiamin (B1) 1.1 mg 100 (carnauba wax), d-biotin, cyanocobalamine. Riboflavin (B2) 1.4 mg 100
Niacin 16 mg 100
ITEM NO. Vitamin B6 1.4 mg 100 7337 100 tablets Folic Acid 200 ug 100 Vitamin B12 2.5 μg 100
Biotin 50 μg 100
Pantothenic acid 6 mg 100
* B2, B3, B5, B6, B9 and B12 contribute to the reduction of Spirulina powder 80 mg **** tiredness and fatigue ** Source: Euromonitor International Limited. *** % of Nutrient Reference Value www.euromonitor.com/amway-claims **** Nutrient Reference Value is not Determined 114 NUTRILITE™ RHODIOLA 11O PRODUCTS
ACTIVE LIFESTYLE NUTRILITE™ Rhodiola has been designed to help maximise mental and physical performance during exercise. Research also suggests that it may shorten recovery time. The central ingredient in this supplement is rhodiola, an Arctic herb used as an all-purpose adaptogenic tonic since ancient times. More recently, Russian scientists have studied its ability to enhance performance and combat stress.
TALKING POINTS WHO NEEDS IT?
• Adaptogenic rhodiola rosea • Men and women with busy combats and increases lifestyles resistance to stress. • Men and women looking • May shorten recovery time. for energy boost for mental alertness and stamina • Enhances mental and physical performance during exercise.
INGREDIENTS RECOMMENDED DOSAGE
Dextrose, green tea (24%), rhodiola • Take 1 or 2 tablets before physical activity. rosea extract (14.5%), stabilisers: microcrystalline cellulose, crospovidone, hydroxypropyl ADVISORY methylcellulose, spinach powder
(7%), anti-caking agents: Please do not exceed the recommended daily dosage. Keep out maltodextrin, silicon dioxide, fatty of the reach of children. Not for children under six years of age. acids, magnesium salts of fatty Store in a cool, dry place. acids, acerola concentrate (4%), ascorbic acid, humectant: glycerol, glazing agent: carnauba wax ITEM NO.
101593 60 tablets
NUTRITION INFORMATION
AVERAGE CONTENT per tablet RDA*
Vitaman C 30 mg
Rhodiola rosea extract (root) 100 mg 40%*
Caffeine 75mg
* % of Recommended Daily Allowance
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ACTIVE LIFESTYLE XS™ FUEL SNACK FOOD BAR
Café Latte Blast, Chocolate Berry Blast and Chocolate Peanut Blast Fuel Snack Food Bars offers a high-performance formula combined with Whey and Pea protein for a complete and sustained energy release. Coconut Crisp Blast offers a high-performance formula combined with Palm Fruit Oil and Whey protein for a complete and sustained energy release.
WHY XS? TALKING POINTS
Fast-paced life? But what do you do • GREAT taste – with no to... perience more? hydrogenated or irradiated ingredients! XS™ Fuel Snack Food Bars new and improved formula can help you do it • Added multivitamin blend or fuel it. An perience you want to that provides 15% NRV* per be a part of and share with others! serving includes B Vitamins to help support normal energy metabolism and promote general wellbeing. ITEM NO. WHO NEEDS IT? • A delicious snack, perfect for • Targeted at the active lifestyle 120357 Café Latte Blast people on the go. [12 X 50 g bars] and general convenience consumer with a degree of • Café Latte Blast offers a high 120358 Coconut Crisp Blast awareness of the benefits of performance formula combined [12 X 45 g bars] healthy food choices. with Whey and Pea protein for a complete and sustained • It can be consumed before, 121712 Chocolate Berry Blast energy release. [12 X 50 g bars] during and post work-out activity to support endurance • Chocolate Berry Blast offers 121713 Chocolate Peanut Blast and aid recovery. a high performance formula combined with Whey and Pea [12 X 50 g bars] • It can also be included as an protein for a complete and ideal between-meal snack in sustained energy release. support of a varied balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle. • Chocolate Peanut Blast offers a high performance formula • XS Fuel Snack Food Bar Café combined with Whey and Pea Latte Blast, Chocolate Berry protein for a complete and Blast and Chocolate Peanut sustained energy release. Blast – For those who prefer Protein as an energy source. • Coconut Crisp Blast offers a high performance formula • XS Fuel Snack Food Bar combined with Palm Fruit Coconut Crisp Blast – For Oil and Whey protein for a those who prefer Fatty Acids as complete and sustained energy an energy source. release.
Enjoy as part of a wholesome and balanced diet. Follow an active and healthy lifestyle.
*Nutrient Reference Values 116 PRODUCTS
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INGREDIENTS
XS Fuel Snack Food Bar – Café Latte Blast
Whey protein concentrate (cow’s milk), pea protein concentrate, whey protein hydrolysate (cow’s milk), milk choc coating (sugar, vegetable oil [palm kernel], full cream milk powder [cow’s milk], whey powder [cow’s milk], cocoa powder, lecithin E322 [soy], flavourings), maltitol syrup, sorbitol syrup, coconut oil, conjugated linoleic acid, isomalto-oligosaccharide fibre, resistant maltodextrin, coffee powder, flavourings, salt, steviol glycosides (non-nutritive sweetener), vitamin A, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, folic acid, vitamin B12, biotin, calcium pantothenate, vitamin C, vitamin D, vitamin E
INGREDIENTS
XS Fuel Snack Food Bar – Chocolate Berry Blast
Whey protein concentrate (cow’s milk), pea protein concentrate, whey protein hydrolysate (cow’s milk), milk choc coating (sugar, vegetable oil [palm kernel], full cream milk powder [cow’s milk], whey powder [cow’s milk], cocoa powder, lecithin E322 [soy], flavourings), maltitol syrup, sorbitol syrup, coconut oil, conjugated linoleic acid, isomalto-oligosaccharide fibre, resistant maltodextrin, flavourings, salt, steviol glycosides (non-nutritive sweetener), vitamin A, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, folic acid, vitamin B12, biotin, calcium pantothenate, vitamin C, vitamin D, vitamin E
INGREDIENTS
XS Fuel Snack Food Bar – Chocolate Peanut Blast
Whey protein concentrate (cow’s milk), pea protein concentrate, whey protein hydrolysate (cow’s milk), milk choc coating (sugar, vegetable oil [palm kernel], full cream milk powder [cow’s milk], whey powder [cow’s milk], cocoa powder, lecithin E322 [soy], flavourings), maltitol syrup, sorbitol syrup, coconut oil, conjugated linoleic acid, isomalto-oligosaccharide fibre, resistant maltodextrin, flavourings, salt, steviol glycosides (non-nutritive sweetener), vitamin A, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, folic acid, vitamin B12, biotin, calcium pantothenate, vitamin C, vitamin D, vitamin E
INGREDIENTS
XS Fuel Snack Food Bar – Coconut Crisp Blast
Vegetable oil (palm fruit), whey protein concentrate (cow’s milk), full cream milk powder (cow’s milk), xylitol, cocoa powder, popped rice (rice flour, wheat flour [gluten], sugar, malt [gluten], salt, colourant), resistant maltodextrin fibre, desiccated coconut (2.7%), flavouring, emulsifier, lecithin (soy), steviol glycosides (non-nutritive sweetener), vitamin A, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, folic acid, vitamin B12, biotin, calcium pantothenate, vitamin C, vitamin D, vitamin E 117 PRODUCTS
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THE ADVENTURER
I don’t live a 9 to 5. I’m not looking for adventure, I live it. I don’t want a medal; my reward is the experience. I like clean fuel that helps me do my best and enjoy even more. I’m not looking for something to carry me on my journey, but I do look for things that perform as well as my gear. XSTM SPORTS NUTRITION HAS THE QUALITY AND RESULTS WHENEVER I NEED THEM.
Every day is an adventure with challenges and rewards. It’s MY adventure. I’ve got the freedom to choose my path, and I’ve got the drive to get there. I grow my Amway business and get amped when others join my journey. Sharing the XS™ Sports Nutrition range is how I help others get positive energy for an active life.
*ATP: Adenosine Triphosphate 118 PRODUCTS
XS™ SPORTS NUTRITION ACTIVE LIFESTYLE XS PRE-WORKOUT HYDRATION FUEL
Helps energise your work out with increased muscular strength and sharper focus. Created to support the formation of ATP* and with added powerful blend of adaptogens and electrolytes for non- specific resistance to stressful conditions, it helps you hydrate while harnessing your power for maximum performance.
WHY XS? TALKING POINTS
GIVE YOUR BODY AN IMMEDIATE • Sharper Focus BOOST AND LONG-LASTING ENERGY • Isotonic
• Electrolytes
SUGGESTED USAGE
Add contents of one sachet to 300 ml chilled water into a shaker and shake to desired consistency and enjoy immediately before and during INGREDIENTS training when needed to sustain Creatine monohydrate, beta-alanine, betaine sufficient fluid intake. anhydrous, l-arginine HCL, l-citrulline malate, l-leucine, ascorbic acid, siberian ginseng, NUTRITION INFORMATION l-tyrosine, magnesium citrate, potassium phosphate di, sodium bicarbonate, frutaric PER 15g PER 100g % NRV* acid, anti-caking agent (sio2), salt, rhodiola SERVING: rosea root extract (3%), caffeine anhydrous,
ENERGY kj 991.6 148.7 citrus bioflavonoids, riboflavin, isomaltulose palatinose®, thiamine HCL, sucralose (non- PROTEIN g 0.0 0.0 0% nutritive sweetener), astragin®, colourant , MTC TOTAL CARBOHYDRATES g 1.7 0.3 oil, vitamin B12 0.1%, vitamin B3 (nicotinic
OF WHICH SUGARS g 0.3 0.0 acid), d-calcium pantothenate, methylfolate (quatrefolic®) , vitamin B6 (pyrodoxine HCL TOTAL FATS g 0.2 0.0 1mg) OF WHICH SATURATED g 0.2 0.0
DIETARY FIBRE* AOAC991.43 g 0.0 0.0
SODIUM mg 1147.3 172.1 ITEM NO. POTASSIUM mg 1347.0 202.1 121617 Tropical Storm CALCIUM mg 2.1 0.3 0% 121618 Strawberry Kiwi
MAGNESIUM mg 339.9 51.0 12% 121619 Citrus Crush [20 x 15g Stick Packs] PHOSPHOROUS mg 534.0 80.1 6%
VITAMIN C mg 6666.7 1000.0 1000%
NICOTINIC ACID/-AMIDE/NIACIN mg 113.3 17.0 106%
PANTOTHENIC ACID mcg 5553.3 833.0 17%
VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE) mcg 6666.7 1000.0 59%
VITAMIN B2 (RIBOFLAVIN) mcg 5333.3 800.0 62%
VITAMIN B1 (THIAMINE) mcg 4666.7 700.0 58%
METHYL FOLATE (Quatrefolic®) mcg 1600.0 240.0 60%
VITAMIN B12 mcg 166.7 25.0 1042%
*NRV: South African Nutrient Reference Values for individuals 4 years and older. 119 PRODUCTS
ACTIVE LIFESTYLE XS™ SPORTS NUTRITION XS POST-WORKOUT RECOVERY FUEL
Helps recharge your muscle following physical activity. Loaded with 15.2g of premium quality Whey Protein providing 9 essential amino acids and with added blend of instantized BCAAs to help you recover faster from workouts. The synergistic cocktail of phytonutrients and minerals provides building blocks for normal function and shock absorbing qualities of the joints.
WHY XS? TALKING POINTS
RECOVER FASTER FROM WORKOUTS • 15.2 g Protein WHILE BUILDING LEAN MUSCLE MASS • 6.32 g Essential Amino Acids
• Low Carb
SUGGESTED USAGE
Add contents of one sachet to 250 ml chilled water into a shaker and shake to desired consistency and enjoy INGREDIENTS immediately after training. Whey protein concentrate (cow’s milk), isomaltooligosaccharide (IMO), hydrolyzed NUTRITION INFORMATION collagen peptan®, instantized bcaa* blend 2:1:1 (l-leucine, l-isoleucine, l-valine), PER 15g PER 100g % NRV* l-glutamine, MSM, glucosamine sulphate, SERVING: flavouring, magnesium citrate, xanthan gum ENERGY kj 1088 294 (stabiliser), salt, sodium bicarbonate, potassium citrate, acerola extract, l-carnitine fumarate, PROTEIN g 56 15.2 27% n-acetyl l-carnitine, anti-caking agent, ascorbic TOTAL CARBOHYDRATES g 2.0 0.5 acid, green tea extract, sucralose (non-nutritive OF WHICH SUGARS g 2.0 0.5 sweetener), curcumin extract omniactive curcuwin®, citrus bioflavanoids. TOTAL FATS g 3.0 0.8 OF WHICH SATURATED g 2.0 0.4 *Branched Chain Amino Acids DIETARY FIBRE* AOAC991.43 g 21 5.6
SODIUM mg 999 270
ITEM NO. POTASSIUM mg 530 143
121620 Crushed Pineapple CALCIUM mg 207 56 4% 121621 Orange Vanilla MAGNESIUM mg 337 91 22%
121622 Green Melon PHOSPHOROUS mg 130 35 3% [20 x 27g Stick Packs] TOTAL VITAMIN C mg 593 160 160%
FREE BCAA'S (2:1:1) mg 7407 2000
L-GLUTAMINE mg 1852 500
MSM mg 1852 500
GLUCOSAMINE SULPHATE mg 1852 500
L-CARNITINE TARTRATE mg 741 200
N- ACETYL L-CARNITINE mg 741 200
GREEN TEA EXTRACT mg 370 100 (95% Polyphenols, 45% EGCG)
CURCUMIN EXTRACT CURCUWIN® mg 185 50
CITRUS BIOFLAVANOIDS mg 185 50
*CAA: Branched Chain Amino Acids *NRV: South African Nutrient Reference Values for individuals 4 years and older. 120 PRODUCTS
XS™ SPORTS NUTRITION ACTIVE LIFESTYLE XS WHEY PROTEIN POWDER
Fuel your passion with great tasting XS Whey Protein. Loaded with 23g of premium quality Whey Protein Blend for a complete sustained nutrient release. The Low Carb formulation provides 9 essential amino acids and digestive enzyme blend crucial for your next challenge.
WHY XS? TALKING POINTS
KEEP IT REAL WITH NO • 23 g Protein PRESERVATIVES OR BANNED SUBSTANCES! • 10 g Essential Amino Acids
• Low Carb
SUGGESTED USAGE
Add contents of one sachet to 200 ml chilled water into a shaker and shake to desired consistency and enjoy INGREDIENTS immediately before and/or after training. It can also be included as an Whey protein blend [whey protein concentrate ideal in-between meal snack in support (cow’s milk), whey protein isolate (cow’s milk) of a varied balanced diet and a healthy and whey protein hydolysate (cow’s milk)], lifestyle. isomaltooligosaccharide (IMO), cocoa powder (only in triple chocolate mousse flavour), flavouring, xanthan gum (stabiliser), salt, digezyme® (digestive enzyme blend), sucralose (non-nutritive sweetener).
*Branched Chain Amino Acids
ITEM NO.
121615 Apple Cinnamon NUTRITION INFORMATION 121614 Triple Chocolate Mousse 121616 French Vanilla Crème PER 15g PER 100g % NRV* [20 x 33g Sachets] SERVING:
ENERGY kj 1484 490
PROTEIN g 70.0 23 41%
TOTAL CARBOHYDRATES g 5.0 1.7
OF WHICH SUGARS g 4.0 1.4
TOTAL FATS g 6.0 2.1
OF WHICH SATURATED g 4.0 1.2
DIETARY FIBRE* AOAC991.43 g 8.0 2.8
SODIUM mg 500 165
POTASSIUM mg 544 179
CALCIUM mg 466 154 12%
MAGNESIUM mg 62 20 5%
PHOSPHOROUS mg 312 103 8%
*NRV: South African Nutrient Reference Values for individuals 4 years and older. 121 PRODUCTS
ACTIVE LIFESTYLE XS™ SPORTS NUTRITION XS PHYTO-SMOOTHIE BOOST
This instantized non-gritty all plant powder will add energising plant nutrients to your smoothie. It provides three brilliant greens -Chlorella, Green Tea Extract and Ginseng to give you the drive to power through. The combination of Oat Beta Glucans and Isomaltooligosaccharide is gentle on the stomach while contributing to daily fibre intake.
WHY XS? TALKING POINTS
Raise your Game! Give your • 3 Brilliant Greens smoothies a natural boost of phytonutrients to give your body the • 1.7 g Fibre fuel it needs to perform for the times • Zero Carbohydrates that require MORE. • High Nutrient Density
SUGGESTED USAGE INGREDIENTS Add one sachet to a chilled smoothie Isomaltooligosaccharide (imo), oatwell 22 ®, and blend to desired consistency. Enjoy chlorella, green tea extract (high polyphenol, immediately. catechins, egcg), green tea extract (high caffeine), panax ginseng extract (7.5% ginsenosides), anticaking agent.
ADVISORY
Children under 12 years of age, pregnant women and nursing mothers, or anyone with a pre-existing medical condition, or taking any prescribed medication should consult with their NUTRITION INFORMATION medical practitioner before using the product. PER 4g PER 100g % NRV* SERVING: ITEM NO. ENERGY kj 72 42.9
121623 PROTEIN g 1 0.0 0%
TOTAL CARBOHYDRATES g 1 0.0
OF WHICH SUGARS g 0 0.0
TOTAL FATS g 1 0.0
OF WHICH SATURATED g 0 0.0
TOTAL FIBRE g 43 1.7
SODIUM mg 0 0.0
POTASSIUM mg 0 0.0
CALCIUM mg 0 0.0 0%
MAGNESIUM mg 0 0.0 0%
PHOSPHOROUS mg 0 0.0 0%
NATURAL CAFFEINE (From Green Tea) mg 2625 105.0
*NRV: South African Nutrient Reference Values for individuals 4 years and older. 122 EVERYTHING you need is OUTSIDE of your COMFORT ZONE!
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food & beverages
The commitment of Amway to premium quality products is continued through our food and beverage range of products. Using only the finest ingredients and authentic recipes and blends, Amway proudly presents this food and beverage selection, which offers the finest culinary additions to any cupboard. COFFEE BEANS FILTER COFFEE ESPRESSO P. 126 P. 126 GROUND COFFEE P. 127
INSTANT COFFEE DARJEELING TEA P. 127 P. 128
ENGLISH EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL BREAKFAST TEA P. 129 P. 128
BALSAMIC VINEGAR OF MODENA ITALIAN PASTA P. 130 P. 131
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FOOD & BEVERAGES
COFFEE BEANS
Using coffee beans allows you to grind only what is needed for each brew. Grind the beans to the consistency of choice, as different coffee extraction methods require different grinds. For best results, remember the longer the brewing time, the coarser the grind.
TALKING POINTS
• Made from 100% pure arabica beans.
• These coffee beans are not espresso-roasted to deliver an especially mild taste.
• They are packed using a one-way degassing valve to preserve the freshness of the newly roasted beans. ITEM NO. • They can be ground fine or coarse, allowing you to choose the consistency 100181 and grind to suit your preferred coffee-making method. 4 x 250 g foil packs • Suitable for use in pan method of extraction or with filter methods.
FILTER COFFEE
PREPARATION TALKING POINTS
Filter coffee needs to be infused • Made from 100% pure with hot water. The amount used is arabica beans. subjective and depends on individual taste. The most common mistake • Airtight sealed after careful is not using enough quantity of roasting to preserve the ground coffee. For best results, the full aroma. coffee should be brewed just off • Evenly roasted beans are used the boil (95-98°C) and should not as base. be left on a warmer for more than RECOMMENDED USAGE 15-20 minutes. Any leftover coffee • Contains caffeine, a mild should be discarded. stimulant. • Suitable for use in any preferred infusion method. • Low in kilojoules, fat and carbohydrates. • Also ideal as a base for recipes where liquid coffee is required.
ITEM NO.
100180 4 x 250 g airtight sealed foil packs
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FOOD & BEVERAGES ESPRESSO GROUND COFFEE
A good espresso extraction should take only 15–20 seconds in an espresso machine, where hot water is forced over the finely ground coffee at high pressure.
TALKING POINTS
• Made from 100% pure arabica beans.
• Fine grind delivers quick brewing time with consistent thickness.
• Vacuum-sealed to preserve full aroma.
• Espresso is a base for many coffee treats like cappuccino, latte, mocha and more. ITEM NO.
100209 4 x 250 g vacuum-sealed foil packs
INSTANT COFFEE
Freeze-dried coffee is considered to be the best method for instant coffee production. The coffee is brewed, then frozen into slabs and ground into particles, which are then put into a vacuum with a small amount of heat. This turns the ice directly into steam, leaving the ground particles dry, chunky and ready for use.
TALKING POINTS
• Made from 100% pure arabica beans.
• Pure Columbian blend.
• Instant freeze-dried coffee granules preserve the original coffee flavour.
• Instant coffee is hot water-soluble for convenient, instant preparation.
• Easy and quick to make a single cup of coffee, with no waste. RECOMMENDED USAGE
• Perfect to cater for individual tastes – you can make a different brew • Also suitable for use in a variety of recipes strength per person. that require a coffee flavour, but not necessarily a coffee liquid.
PREPARATION ITEM NO.
Use one heaped teaspoon of Instant Coffee granules and top up with hot water 100257 to make one mug of delicious coffee. 4 x 100 g airtight-sealed foil packs
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FOOD & BEVERAGES DARJEELING TEA
Darjeeling tea is widely acknowledged as being one of the finest teas because its flavour is so unique that it cannot be replicated anywhere else in the world. Darjeeling is known and recognised as a delicate tea with a soft character.
TALKING POINTS RECOMMENDED USAGE • Single estate tea. • Use one tea bag per mug or cup and top up with boiling water. Stir and leave to brew for • Delivers a consistent, high-quality and distinctive, flavoursome taste. a minute or so, then remove the tea bag. Add lemon, milk and/or sugar to taste. • Contains individual tea bags, each tagged and enveloped.
ITEM NO.
101162 200 g (100 tagged tea bags with envelope)
ENGLISH BREAKFAST TEA
This tea is a quality blend of Assam and Kenyan tea, combined with delicate leaves of other sublime teas.
TALKING POINTS
• Blend of high-quality tea with delicious flavour. RECOMMENDED USAGE • Packed in foiled pouches for ultimate freshness. • Use one tea bag per mug or cup and top up with boiling water. Stir and leave to brew • Individual square tea bags create less waste in the production process and for a minute or so, then remove the bag. allow improved brew performance as there is greater surface area to the Add lemon, milk and/or sugar to taste. tea, which means that more water gets into the tea leaves and brewing is more even.
ITEM NO.
117591 8 x 125 g foil bags (40 tea bags per foil bag)
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FOOD & BEVERAGES EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL
Superior category olive oil obtained directly from olives and solely by mechanical methods, produced exclusively for Amway. Blend of olive oils of the European Union origin.
TALKING POINTS
• Only the best Mediterranean olives are chosen and harvested by hand.
• Gentle handling of the fruit results in less bruising and ensures that the acidity level is kept very low (about 0.3%).
• Contains oleic acid, polyphenols and vitamin E.
RECOMMENDED USAGE
• In the Mediterranean, cuisine olive oil NUTRITION INFORMATION is traditionally used for all types of food preparation (roasting, frying, grilling, NUTRITION INFORMATION 100 ml 10 ml (SERVING SIZE 10 ML) basting, dressings, marinades, cooking ingredient, etc.). However, due to the fact Energy 3378 kJ (822 kcal) 338 kJ (82 kcal) that the unsaturated fatty acids in olive oil Fat 91 g 9 g may be destroyed at high temperatures,
of which we do not recommend olive oil for frying, grilling and roasting. Saturates 14 g 1.4 g
Mono-unsaturates 69 g 6.9 g
Polyunsaturates 8.0 g 0.8 g ADVISORY
Carbohydrate 0 g 0 g Store at room temperature, ideally 20°C. of which Precipitation (cloudy oil) may occur if stored Sugars 0 g 0 g below 7°C. This is a normal process as olive oil
Fibre 0 g 0 g tends to solidify, and does not affect the quality of the product. If precipitation is present, store Protein 0 g 0 g the oil at room temperature for up to eight hours Salt 0 g 0 g for the solids to return to their liquid state.
ITEM NO. NUTRITION INFORMATION 3963 2 x 750 ml Limit by law MEASURED AT BOTTLING TIME Amway standard 2002/796/EC-Decree
Acidity % free fatty acids <0.3% <0.8%
Peroxides <13 MeqO2/kg <20 MeqO2/kg
UV absorption – K232 <2.15 <2.50
UV absorption – K270 <0.14 <0.22
UV absorption – Delta K <0.001 <0.01
Waxes <100 <150 Available while stock lasts. 129 PRODUCTS
FOOD & BEVERAGES BALSAMIC VINEGAR OF MODENA
This speciality product is obtained from the musts of Trebbiano and Lambrusco grapes from the Modena region in Italy. It is in the Modena countryside that, since ancient times, Trebbiano and Lambrusco vines have produced grapes renowned for their excellence, and where it is in the attics and not the cellars of the homes of Modena that the casks for the ageing and maturing of balsamic vinegar are kept.
TALKING POINTS
• The quality of the product certified by the ‘Italian Consortium for Balsamic Vinegar of Modena’ and the Control Agency Cermet.
• Only Trebbiano and Lambrusco grapes are used, from the Modena countryside.
• Matured in oak barrels to provide intense, fruity aroma and exquisite sweet-and-sour flavour. RECOMMENDED USAGE
• Serve drizzled over fruit, salads, grilled NUTRITION INFORMATION meats, poultry and seafood or add to sauces and stews. • Acidity 6%.
ADVISORY INGREDIENTS
Store in a cool, dry place. Wine vinegar, cooked grape must, colour E 150 D, antioxidant E 224 (contains sulphites). ITEM NO.
200662 500 ml
Available while stock lasts. 130 PRODUCTS
FOOD & BEVERAGES
ITALIAN PASTA
Durum wheat pasta made using the ‘trafilatura al bronzo’ process. Italian Pasta from Amway is made using the same process as for gourmet pasta. In accordance with the strictest standards, only the finest quality wheat is chosen in order to achieve excellent, gluten-rich wheat flour. The pasta is dried slowly and at a constant temperature to retain the typical qualities and taste.
TALKING POINTS
• Superior quality: durum wheat pasta with high gluten content (only the kernel of the grain is used).
• Made using the ‘trafilatura al bronzo’ process to retain typical taste and excellent quality.
• Made using the ‘trafilatura al bronzo’ process (the dough is drawn slowly through cast bronze moulds). RECOMMENDED USAGE • Sauces stick to the pasta excellently. • Cooking time: 9 minutes. Place pasta in • Does not contain eggs. boiling, salted water (1 litre/100 g pasta). Stir occasionally. When pasta is tender, remove from heat, drain well and serve. INGREDIENTS
Durum wheat , water. ITEM NO.
4655 Spaghetti, 4 x 1,000 g 4658 Fusilli, 6 x 500 g
NUTRITION INFORMATION
AVERAGE CONTENT 100 g 80 g
Energy 1499 kJ (354 kcal) 1199 kJ (283 kcal)
Fat 1.5 g 1.2 g
of which
Saturated fatty acids 0.3 g 0.2 g
Carbohydrates 72 g 58 g
of which
Sugar 2.5 g 2.0 g
Fibre 3.0 g 2.4 g
Protein 12 g 9.6 g
Salt 0 g 0 g 131 EDUCATION STAY IN TOUCH Anytime, anywhere.
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THE NUTRILITE™ get PRODUCTS
to know Within the pages of this manual you will find background knowledge and information to help you become familiar with nutrients, their functions and/or specific NUTRILITE products.
Another important way to familiarise yourself with NUTRILITE products is simply to use them. First-hand experience of the positive effects of NUTRILITE vitamin and mineral supplements is an excellent way of giving a friendly insight into these products.
And remember, children’s supplements as well as food and beverage products are also included in this manual, and can be a great way to start conversations that could eventually lead to sales. THE NUTRILITE BRAND AND SELLING POINTS
When reading this Nutrition Information Manual, you gain detailed information about the NUTRILITE brand, history and commitment to optimal Defining your personal goals can give clarity to where wellbeing. Below are key factors that set us aside 1. your business is heading, and defining your personal from competitors. retail goals will help you measure your business. The NUTRILITE brand is a responsible and successful business line. Consider offering group retailing sessions, such as a Our commitment to the brand and products has helped us achieve 2. forum for the friends and family of your customer. ‘the world’s leading brand’ claim several times over.
Be prepared for questions about competitor products. The opening of The Nutrilite Health Institute Centre for Optimal Health 3. Take time to learn about the competition – be one step in California has seen over 100 scientists, researchers and educators ahead of your customers’ questions. supporting the NUTRILITE brand through product-focused science, research and training. Brand and product knowledge is one of the key factors 4. when presenting to customers and prospects. By becoming a sponsor to some of the world’s top sportsmen and sportswomen, the NUTRILITE brand has brought its name and products into this professional and highly competitive area. Celebrating these athletes’ stories and achievements helps highlight the power of achieving goals and living to your full potential.
All this helps build global and brand awareness and validates product performance, enabling you to sell NUTRILITE products as part of the NUTRILITE brand.
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GLOSSARY OF NUTRILITE™ BRAND TERMS
BETA-CAROTENE: CHEMICAL: The plant form of vitamin A. Called the precursor A substance produced by or used in chemistry. a of vitamin A or provitamin A. It is converted by (note: not all chemicals are harmful – e.g., ACEROLA CHERRY: the body into true vitamin A (retinol). water). Fruit of the acerola tree, a tropical tree native to the Caribbean. Also known as the Barbados BIOASSAY: COATING: cherry, the acerola cherry is one of the Measures the initial effects of an ingredient To cover a non-chewable tablet with a very richest known natural sources of vitamin C. at the cellular, sub-cellular and genetic level light solution for easier swallowing. Other natural sources of vitamin C include using living cells. fruits in the citrus family. Vitamin C is a CO-ENZYMES: valuable antioxidant. BIOAVAILABILITY: A nonproteinaceous organic substance that The availability of a given amount of a contains a vitamin or mineral and combines ALFALFA: substance (vitamin or mineral) that can be with a specific protein, the apoenzyme, to form The leaves of the alfalfa plant are rich in absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract. an active enzyme system. minerals and nutrients, including calcium, magnesium, potassium, carotene, vitamins BIOFLAVONOIDS: COLLAGEN: E, K, B6 and eight essential amino acids. It is Brightly coloured, chemical compounds found Biological ‘cement’, made of a fibrous protein the NUTRILITE brand’s primary agricultural in the pulp and rind of citrus fruit, green that holds the connective tissue of the crop – found in a variety of NUTRILITE Food peppers, apricots, cherries, grapes, papaya, body together. Vitamin C is essential for the Supplements. tomatoes, broccoli, and other plant foods. formation of collagen.
ALPHA-TOCOPHEROL: BODY MASS INDEX (BMI): COMPOST: The most biologically active form of vitamin E. Body Mass Index is a standardised ratio of A mixture of decomposing plant refuse and weight to height and is often used as a general animal manures for adding nutrients to the AMINO ACIDS: indicator of health. Your BMI can be calculated soil and conditioning the soil to optimise The building blocks from which protein is by dividing your weight (in kilograms) by the plant growth. made and into which it is broken down during square of your height (in metres). A BMI digestion. Of the 20 standard proteinogenic between 18.5 and 24.9 is considered normal COMPRESSION: amino acids, 9 are called essential amino for most adults. Higher BMIs may indicate that A term used to describe the process of acids. The human body cannot synthesise an individual is overweight or obese. compressing raw materials into tablets. them from other compounds at the level needed for normal growth, so they must be BUENA PARK: CONCENTRATION: supplied from food. City in Southern California where Access Reduces the amount of water in the extracted Business Group, Home of NUTRILITE products, solution to get more nutrients in a given ANTIOXIDANT: has its headquarters and manufacturing plant. quantity of liquid. The turbo film evaporator Is a molecule capable of slowing or preventing utilises a gentle evaporation process under the oxidation of other molecules by removing vacuum to remove water and concentrate the free radicals. That way, antioxidants help protect liquid into 6–10 times as concentrated as the cell damage from free radicals. Well known c original plant. antioxidants include vitamin C, vitamin E. CARBOHYDRATE: The principle source of energy in the diet, COVER CROPS: ASCORBIC ACID: consisting of simple carbohydrates (sugar) Plants that are used in rotations, particularly Vitamin C – an antioxidant that helps fight and complex carbohydrates (starch and fibre). legumes, for the nitrogen they supply. These free radicals. A healthy diet should contain several daily plants, ploughed into the soil for humus, also servings of complex carbohydrates such as loosen the soil, improve soil texture, may house grains, cereals, fruits and vegetables. beneficial insects and keep weeds down. b CAROTENOIDS: CROP LAND BALANCE: Working with the delicate environmental BATCH: Are fat-soluble phytonutrients, which give system in order to optimise plant growth. A quantity of goods or material produced in a fruits and vegetables red, orange and yellow single manufacturing run. colourings. Over 600 carotenoids are believed to be in existence, with the better known BENEFICIAL (INSECTS): ones being alpha- and beta-carotene, lutein, Insects that prey on organisms that are lycopene and zeaxthanthin. considered harmful to plant production.
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CROP ROTATIONS: EXTRACTION: Continually changing the type of plants grown Is a gentle process of removing soluble over time to maintain a well-balanced farming E nutrients from the crops separating them system. Crop rotation provides a healthy EARTHWORMS: from the solid residues. During the extraction soil by building soil structure, promoting soil Very important in aerating and fertilising process the nutrient-rich portion of the plant nutrition and inhibiting harmful insects or the the soil. is separated from the fibrous portion of the proliferation of disease organisms. plants. The fibrous portion of the plant can be EL PETACAL: used for other NUTRILITE™ products. CRUCIFEROUS VEGETABLE: A NUTRILITE™ farm that is located in A family of vegetables, including cabbage, southwestern Mexico, which has the ideal Brussels sprouts, cauliflower and broccoli. growing climate with plenty of sunshine and rainfall. f CULTURAL PRACTICES: FAT-SOLUBLE VITAMINS: Physical manipulation of crops and soil to ELECTROLYTE: Vitamins which are transported by fats and achieve optimal plant growth. This is often Any compound that, when in solution, stored in fatty tissues. A, D, E and K are the done utilising farm equipment, plastics and can conduct electrical impulses. Potassium, fat-soluble vitamins. mulches, or timing of planting and harvesting. sodium, magnesium, calcium, phosphate, sulphate and chloride are the common FATS (LIPIDS): CURRENT GOOD MANUFACTURING electrolytes in the human body. Electrolytes An essential nutrient that provides PRACTICES (GMPS): are primarily responsible for the movement concentrated energy, contributes to the Regulations that describe the methods, of nutrients into cells and the movement of palatability of food, acts as a carrier of fat- equipment, facilities and controls required wastes out of cells. soluble vitamins and supplies essential fatty for producing products that are safe, acids. While dietary fat is vital, the practice pure and effective. EMULSIFIER: of consuming several times the amount An agent that enables and stabilises the necessary within a healthy diet is implicated in mixture of two immiscible substances, e.g., the development of several diseases. fatty material and water. D FATTY ACID: DEHYDRATOR: ENRICHED: An organic compound composed of a long Removes moisture from plants in the Replenishment of some nutrients lost during chain of carbons bonded to hydrogens. At one concentrate production process. food processing or addition of extra nutrients. end of the chain is an acid group and at the other end, a methyl group. Fatty acids are a DEXTROSE: ENZYME: major source of energy for the cell. A simple, naturally occurring sugar also known A protein that acts as a catalyst in accelerating as glucose. specific chemical reactions. For example, FAZENDA NUTRIORGANICA: digestive enzymes break down food into Nutrilite farm located just 3 degrees south of DIGESTION: materials useful to the body. the equator and is the largest Nutrilite farm. Process by which foods are broken down into smaller units so they can be absorbed through ESSENTIAL AMINO ACIDS: FERTILISER: the intestinal wall. Amino acids that cannot be produced by the Any material put on or into the soil to improve body and must come from the diet. These the quality or quantity of plant growth. DIGESTIVE TRACT: are isoleucine, leucine, lysine, methionine, The tube that passes from the mouth to phenylalanine, threonine, tryptophan and valine. FIBRE (DIETARY FIBRE): the anus and includes the oesophagus, Found only in foods of plant origin, dietary the stomach, the small intestine and the ESSENTIAL FATTY ACID: fibre is a group of substances exhibiting large intestine. Fatty acid needed by the body, but not made various degrees of resistance to human by it, which must be supplied by the diet. digestion. Cellulose, lignin, hemicellulose, DISSOLUTION: Essential fatty acids are for instance linoleic pectin and gums are the five main types of The process of a solid, in the appropriate and alpha-linolenic acids. dietary fibre. (See insoluble fibre and soluble solution, separating into component parts fibre). Crude fibre represents the cellulose (e.g., sugar in water). ESSENTIAL NUTRIENT: portion of dietary fibre. Is a nutrient required for normal body DISSOLUTION APPARATUS: functioning that cannot be synthesised by FLAVONOIDS: Simulates stomach movement to test how fast the body and must be obtained from a food. Flavonoids are a class of water-soluble a tablet will dissolve. Some categories of essential nutrient include pigments found in plants fulfilling many vitamins, minerals, essential fatty acids and functions, including producing yellow or essential amino acids. red/blue pigmentation in flowers and protection from attack by microbes and insects. A few thousand different flavonoids have so far been identified.
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FOLIC ACID: GRANULATION: One of the B vitamins that is a key factor in A term used to describe the process of mixing blood formation and foetal development. raw materials together until the desired k consistency is produced. KILOJOULE: FOOD SUPPLEMENT: Kilojoule is a measure of the energy found in Means foodstuffs, the purpose of which is GREEN MANURE: food. Food energy can also be measured in to supplement the normal diet and which A cover crop that is turned completely back terms of the nutritional or ‘large’ Calorie (Cal), are concentrated sources of vitamins and into the soil and allowed to decompose. which has the same energy value as 4.186 minerals or other substances with a nutritional Legume crops often make good green manure kilojoules (kJ). This should not be confused or physiological effect. They are in different crops because they also supply nitrogen. with the ‘small’ or gram calorie, which is forms such as capsules, tablets and other Some green manure crops can be mowed and used by scientists to measure the amount similar forms of liquids and powders. allowed to grow several times before being of energy required to heat water. There are tilled into the soil. 1,000 (small) calories in one (large) Calorie, FORTIFIED: which is why it is also sometimes known as a The addition of vitamins, minerals and/or GLUCOSAMINE: ‘kilocalorie’. other substances to increase the nutrient Is an amino sugar that occurs naturally in the value of food. body. Amino sugars are different from other body sugars and have a different function. FREE RADICALS: L Are atomic or molecular species with LACTASE DEFICIENT/LACTOSE unpaired electrons. They form in our body by INTOLERANT: sunlight, smoke, pollution, stress and even H A lack of the enzyme lactase, which is needed just everyday eating and breathing. Free HIGH PRESSURE LIQUID to digest lactose. Symptoms of lactose radicals are missing one of the electrons and CHROMATOGRAPHY (HPLC): intolerance include abdominal cramping, they “steal” electrons from other molecules. A separation/detection technique. Used to bloating and diarrhoea. This chain reaction has the potential to separate the nutrient of concern, such as damage cells, proteins and DNA in our body. vitamin A, from the vitamin/mineral matrix. LACTOSE: Possibly the most important bodily defence Main method used for vitamin analysis. A sugar found exclusively in milk. It is a against free radicals is the antioxidant. molecule made up of glucose and galactose. HPLC: FRIABILITY: See High Pressure Liquid Chromatography. LECITHIN: A type of packaging test. This test ensures A compound made up of phosphorous, lipids that the product will maintain integrity during HYDROGENATION: and choline; it acts as an emulsifier of fats. packaging and shipping. The process by which hydrogen is added to an unsaturated fatty acid to make it more FRUCTOSE: LIMITING AMINO ACIDS: solid at room temperature and more resistant The essential amino acids in a protein food A sugar found in fruits and honey. Also called to oxidation. that are present in the lowest amount relative fruit sugar, it is sweeter than refined sucrose to the amount needed for growth. (cane or beet sugar). LIPIDS: I See Fats. INCREASED SEEDING DENSITY: G Planting at a high seeding rate to crowd-out LOT NUMBER: GALACTOSE: weeds. A distinctive combination of numbers and/or Sugar found linked to glucose to form letters from which the complete history of the lactose (also called milk sugar). It is found INSOLUBLE FIBRE: manufacture, processing, packaging, coding in dairy products, in sugar beets and other Cellulose, hemicellulose and lignin make up and distribution of a batch can be determined. gums and mucilages. the three most prevalent insoluble fibres. They tend to increase the rate at which food LOW-IMPACT SUSTAINABLE GLUCOSE: passes through the digestive tract. AGRICULTURE Also known as dextrose; is the preferred A farming system that is environmentally source of energy for the brain and the central INTERCROPPING: sound, productive, economically viable and nervous system. Is the planting of two crops together for special socially desirable. purposes. This is often done to inhibit weed GLUTEN: growth, minimise soil erosion, attract beneficial LUTEIN: A protein found in wheat and other grains, insects or deter non-beneficial insects. A carotenoid found in plants. such as oats, rye and barley. INTERNATIONAL UNIT (IU): LYCOPENE: GMPS: A measure of vitamin activity. A carotenoid found in tomatoes and See Current Good Manufacturing Practices. watermelon.
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NUTRICERT™: levels indicate acidity. Neutral pH is 7.0 Blood The NUTRICERT farm certification programme pH is normally 7.4. M ensuring that all farms supplying botanical MACROMINERAL: materials adhere to the farming Philosophy of PHYTOCHEMICAL: see Phytonutrients. An element essential in large quantities to the NUTRILITE brand. human nutrition. These include calcium, phosphorous, magnesium, sodium, potassium NUTRIENT: PHYTONUTRIENTS: and chloride. A substance obtained from food and in A large group of plant compounds, which the body to promote growth, maintenance are produced by plants to protect them from MACRONUTRIENTS: and/or repair. Organic nutrients include toxins, insects and environmental pollutants (phyto = plant). The source of essential fuel and material carbohydrates, fat, proteins and vitamins. needed for life. Comprises protein, fat, Other chemical compounds, such as minerals, carbohydrates and water. water and oxygen, may also be considered POLYUNSATURATED FATTY ACID (PUFA): nutrients. Nutrients needed in relatively large A fatty acid that lacks four or more hydrogen MANURE: quantities are called macronutrients and atoms and has two or more double bonds those needed in relatively small quantities are between carbons. For example, linoleic acid Animal excrement used to fertilise the soil. called micronutrients. (two double bonds) and linolenic acid (three Only partially or fully composted animal double bonds). manures are used on the Nutrilite farms. NUTRIENT REFERENCE VALUES (NRV): Nutrient Reference Values are a set of PRECURSOR: METABOLISM: numerical values established and used for A substance that is converted into or used to The sum of all the physical and chemical purposes of nutrition labelling form an active compound such as vitamin, processes occurring in the body. hormone or enzyme. Beta-carotene is a NUTRILITE FARMING PRACTICES (NFP): precursor of vitamin A. MICRONUTRIENTS: Integrated techniques practices on Nutrilite Nutrients that make up only a small farms that apply the environmentally aware PROTEIN: proportion of the food we eat. They include philosophy of C.F. Rehnborg, more than 80 A molecule made up of amino acids that are vitamins and minerals which are essential for years of farming experience and the latest needed for the body to function properly. healthy body function. scientific advances to create integrated, Proteins are the basis of body structures such resource conserving farming systems. Farming as skin and hair and of substances such as MILLING PROCESS: philosophy practised on Nutrilite farms is enzymes, cytokines and antibodies. They The NUTRILITE farming process where plants management intensive where a high level of provide for the transport of nutrients, oxygen are reduced to small particle size without maintenance and care are employed to optimise and waste throughout the body. affecting the nutritional composition. growing conditions, versus material intensive.
MINERAL: Inorganic material found in the earth’s crust. Q The body is known to contain at least 56 O QUALITY CONTROL: mineral elements, only a portion of which have OPTIMAL HEALTH: The system or organisation which monitors the been determined to be essential. They are The highest possible achievement of physical, raw materials, the manufacturing processes placed in two categories: macro minerals and mental and social wellbeing and not merely and the finished product to assure that trace minerals. the absence of disease or infirmity. defined quality levels are met.
MONOUNSATURATED FATTY ACID: OXIDANT: A fatty acid that lacks two hydrogen atoms A compound (such as oxygen itself) and has one double bond between carbons, that oxidises other compounds. R for example, oleic acid. R&D: OXIDATION: Research and Development. MULCHES: Originally it describes the interaction between Keep the soil temperature even, reducing oxygen molecules and all different substances RAW MATERIAL: evaporation, protecting the soil from drying they may contact, from metal to living tissue. Any substance used in the production of a winds, helping eliminate weeds and increasing Oxidation basically refers to the loss of product excluding packaging materials. beneficial organisms. electrons by a molecule, atom or ion. N S P SATURATED FATS: NATURAL: pH: Fats containing the maximum number of A substance produced or existing in nature; A measure of the relative acidity or alkalinity hydrogen atoms. They are generally solid at either in its unprocessed state or having been of a solution. The pH has a range from 1 to 14. room temperature (e.g., butter, lard) and are subjected to physical processing. High pH levels indicate alkalinity and low pH commonly found in foods of animal origin. 138 EDUCATION
SOIL MICROBES: economically viable, and socially desirable An individual who has adopted a specific Are microscopic creatures in the earth that farming method. Refer to NUTRILITE™ diet (or lifestyle) that reduces or eliminates have beneficial properties, for example, Farming Practices. animal products. The vegan or total vegetarian helping to ward off root disease and assist diet includes only foods from plants: fruits, plants in obtaining nutrients from the soil. SYNERGISTIC: vegetables, legumes (dried beans and peas), Two or more compounds acting together in grains, seeds and nuts. The lactovegetarian such a way that the total effect is greater than diet includes plant foods plus cheese and if each compound acted alone. other dairy products. The lacto-ovo-vegetarian SOIL SOLARISATION: diet includes dairy products and eggs in their A method of heating the soil with solar SYNTHETIC: diet. The ovovegetarian diet includes eggs in energy. It can kill weeds directly or indirectly A compound that is produced by chemical its diet. by weakening them so much that microbes synthesis, rather than of natural origin. can finish the job, or by heating them enough VERTEBRATE PEST CONTROL: to start germination and then killing the germinated seeds. The use of vertebrates - birds and bats to protect plants from harmful pests. SOLUBLE FIBRE: T The two main types of soluble fibre are pectin TOCOPHEROL: VITAMINS: and gum. These tend to slow the rate at which Vitamin E – an antioxidant. There are many Organic substances essential for normal growth food enters the intestines and is absorbed into tocopherols, all identified with letters of the and maintaining good health. They are required the blood stream. Greek alphabet. The one that has the greatest in the diet because they cannot, with few biological activity is alpha-tocopherol. exceptions, be synthesised in the human body. SOY PROTEIN ISOLATE: The highest quality protein from soy beans. TOCOTRIENOL: A form of vitamin E that is less active than SPRAY DRYER: tocopherol compounds W Machine used to evaporate liquid from WATER: concentrates. Air is heated and blown into TOTE BINS: Water is essential to life. It transports the spray chamber while liquid concentrate Stainless steel containers used for nutrients and toxic materials in the body (so is sprayed toward the wall of the chamber. transporting granulated formulas. they can be eliminated). It acts as a medium The liquid and hot air mix, the powder is then for all body fluids and dissipates excess separated and collected into drums. TRACE MINERAL: heat through perspiration. Leading experts An element essential to nutrition in trace or recommend a minimum of 1.5 litres of water SPRAY DRYING: small amounts. These include iron, copper, to be consumed daily for optimal health. Process that converts the liquid plant iodine, manganese, zinc, selenium, chromium, concentrates into powder form molybdenum and possibly others. WATER-SOLUBLE VITAMINS: Vitamins which are absorbed and transported STABILITY TESTING: TROUT LAKE: throughout the body by water, blood and other Used to measure shelf life. Testing involves NUTRILITE farm that is located in a valley body fluids. Excesses are excreted by the body. examining tablet appearance, disintegration surrounded by mountains, which help keep Storage of water soluble vitamins is minimal, time and vitamin/mineral potencies over an out pollution and contaminants. so the diet must supply them regularly. The B extended period of time. vitamins and vitamin C are water soluble. TURBA FILM EVAPORATOR: STATISTICAL PROCESS CONTROL (SPC): Equipment that utilises low temperature and WELLNESS: A method to ensure consistent manufacturing vacuum to concentrate natural plant extracts. Term sometimes used with NUTRILITE results. Machines are used to analyse variation products that means a healthy balance of the in tablets. If a tablet does not fall within an mind, body and spirit. acceptable range, it is automatically rejected. U STRIP CROPPING: UNSATURATED FATS: When two crops are planted in an alternating Fats that do not contain the maximum number Y pattern to achieve a mutual benefit. This is of hydrogen atoms. They are generally liquid YEAST: often done to make it harder for pests to find at room temperature (e.g., cooking oil) and Often referred to as ‘the oldest plant cultivated their target species, or to allow for beneficial derived from plants. When hydrogen atoms are by man’. Yeast is a single-celled plant that predators to find a host. added to make them firmer, they are called is known for its fermentation properties. ‘hydrogenated vegetable oils’. Nutritional yeast is a rich source of protein and SUCROSE: many B vitamins. Often referred to as table sugar, it is a molecule made up of glucose and fructose.
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