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TriVitas Mission: Inspiring people to experience wellness and create wealth for their life purposes
by Michael r. ellison, Ceo & Founder of TriVita, Inc. Every day at TriVita our leadership and staff are dedicated to fulfilling this mission. We are passionate about our mission and believe the world must find a healthier way to live. We believe that the diseases we are experiencing are not our heritage, but are influenced by the North American lifestyle. We believe we can change the way we think about health and wellness, that we can move from being treatment-focused to being wellness-focused. We believe every person has purposes that are meaningful and important in their lives and that wellness and wealth resources can help them fulfill those purposes. It was about thirteen years ago when I returned home from Mayo Clinic with the words of my physician team ringing in my ears: Michael, you must change the way you think about health and life. You will not have any quality of life and will die a premature death if you dont change. I started my wellness journey seeking out the secrets that seemed hidden from me the secrets to living with optimal wellness. I sought out health experts from every professional category that would cover physical, emotional and spiritual health. I sought the secrets that would be simple to practice but would be profound in their results. I had reached a level in which wellness seemed impossible for me to achieve and that lack of wellness was dramatically impacting the quality of my life. It was a period in my life in which I could not function properly as a husband, father or businessman. I could not really live to fulfill my life purposes without finding these wellness secrets. This journey of discovery brought me to the 10 Essentials of Health and Wellness. One by one I discovered them, applied them and thus began a journey to the greatest wellness of my life.
Deep breathing expels body toxins faster than any other means. Getting enough water provides an instant energy boost and you may even eat less. Establishing a bedtime routine will help you sleep longer and more soundly. Choosing healthy, whole foods minimizes blood sugar swings. An active lifestyle enables every system in your body to work better.
Heart-focused, sincere and positive feelings boost the immune system. As you let go of negative feelings toward others, you will nd greater peace and optimism. Gratitude brings instant joy, builds physical defenses and reduces stress. Practicing acceptance clears your mind of needless anxiety, freeing you to enjoy life.
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9. Develop Acceptance
I had a vision of people experiencing wellness who wanted to share their wellness experience with others.
I wanted others to experience this wellness. I desired to find leading wellness experts who could help develop our nutraceutical products. I wanted to find experts who could write and inspire people to find greater wellness by providing information that embraced an overall health philosophy. I had a vision of people experiencing wellness who wanted to share their wellness experience with others. From that desire we founded TriVita 10 years ago with a simple mission: to inspire people to experience wellness and to create wealth for their life purposes. What I mean by wealth is having the resources you need to fulfill important purposes in your life. It is not about extravagant living. It may be as simple as having enough money to buy the quality of foods and supplements that create the most positive health experience you can have. As you will see on pages 4 and 5, I am going to cities across North America with Brazos Minshew, our Chief Science Officer, to introduce our new Sonoran Bloom product line and to inspire people to experience greater wellness. We are launching the line with Nopalea, a product that promotes optimal cellular health. Strong cells promote strong body system functionality, greatly enhancing a persons health. Nopalea has powerful anti-inflammatory, detoxification and antioxidant benefits, delivering a better aging result.
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Our medical board uses their extensive health and nutrition knowledge to approve proprietary TriVita supplements based on the latest scientic research and the health and wellness concerns of our Members. Unlike other supplements that can be dicult to absorb, TriVita supplements are developed for maximum absorption and eect. Signature products from TriVita undergo medical studies and trials at accredited universities and medical centers to ensure their eectiveness. TriVita uses the highest-quality essential nutrients available to create eective, body-friendly formulas without mood altering stimulants or harmful chemicals. We voluntarily adhere to the strict manufacturing guidelines of the Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
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Safety is a top priority in our packaging and manufacturing; we inspect each product at least 10 times and use two safety seals per package on all ingestible products to guarantee safety, freshness and product potency. TriVitas commitment to science is a driving force behind our superior quality products, from formulation to production. Led by our Chief Science Ocer and renowned nutraceutical pioneers, we put the utmost care into creating products that deliver positive and lifelong wellness experiences for our Members. TriVitas advisory panel of Board Certied physicians provide us with the latest information on scientic developments and testing methods.
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Sonoran Bloom Nopalea is made from desert plants renowned for their healing properties and used by native peoples for centuries. Discover how it can help:
Protect against premature aging: Hear about the amazing, rare antioxidant found in Sonoran Desert plants now available in Sonoran Bloom Nopalea. Reduce dangerous inammation: Learn about inammations link to disease and how TriVitas new wellness drink can help reduce it in your body. Promote cellular health: Discover why optimal cellular health is critical to your overall wellness and how Sonoran Bloom Nopalea can help. Detoxify your body: Find out how TriVitas wellness drink can help cleanse your body of dangerous elements that build up over time.
TriVita CEO Michael Ellison and Chief Science Ocer Brazos Minshew are traveling around the U.S. and Canada to introduce TriVitas new wellness drink and the new Share and Earn income opportunity. Learn how you can earn extra income while helping to bring this exciting new product to market!
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B-12 update
any puzzles are yet to be solved by modern medicine. As we continue to seek causes and solutions for the ills that plague mankind, confusion still swirls around two of the more mysterious ailments: chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) and fibromyalgia (FMS). During National Chronic Fatigue Awareness Month in March, its appropriate to look at these two issues together, since theyre often paired in medical literature. They have some important traits in common: We dont know what causes either CFS or fibromyalgia They share several symptoms There is no cure The confusion around these two syndromes is fed by their overlapping nature: Its estimated that up to 70% of people diagnosed with CFS also fit the clinical guidelines for FMS, and vice versa. Most people with CFS have some kind of 6 l VITAJOURNAL
We do know, however, that many physicians and researchers (along with patients) support supplementation including Vitamin B-12 and folic acid as an important part of managing symptoms. Heres a thumbnail look that helps explain why:
causes muscle pain and tender points. Tender points are places on the neck, shoulders, back, hips, arms or legs that hurt when touched. Other symptoms can include trouble sleeping, morning stiffness, headaches, and problems with thinking and memory, sometimes called fibro fog. No one knows what causes fibromyalgia. Anyone can get it, but it is most common in middle-aged women. People with rheumatoid arthritis and other autoimmune diseases are especially prone to fibromyalgia.
that causes extreme fatigue. This fatigue is not the tiredness that goes away after you rest. Instead, it lasts a long time and limits your ability to do ordinary daily activities. Symptoms of CFS include fatigue for six months or more, and other problems such as muscle pain, memory problems, headaches, pain in multiple joints, sleep problems, sore throat and tender lymph nodes. It is most common in women in their 40s and 50s, but anyone can have it. It can last for years.
... both syndromes can affect mental function... this may be a key to the use of B vitamins.
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I have been taking TriVitas Sublingual B-12 since April of 2006. I work in a factory, on an assembly line, so I stand all day and do very minimal moving. We move a few inches every 15 minutes and thats it! My day starts at 5:00 a.m. and I dont get my first break until 10:00 a.m. Its very dicult to stay alert, focused and in-tune for such long periods of time. I was taking two original B-12 in the morning when I woke up, then another two at my mid-morning break in order to keep me alert. I called in to place an order and a Wellness Consultant suggested I try Super Sublingual B-12. Well, I was definitely interested; Ive been taking Super B-12 for a few months now and I love it. I feel it and know its working. It keeps me ahead of the game.
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Alfred Libby, M.D. Inventor of TriVita Sublingual B-12, B-6 & Folic Acid
Dr. Libby, a renowned nutraceutical pioneer, worked to help hundreds of patients feel better every day. An associate of Dr. Linus Pauling (Nobel Prize Laureate), Dr. Libby developed this unique, sublingual delivery system for his own patients. It was known to give similar mental energy results as B-12 shots, but without the shots added pain and expense.
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Pasta: Brown rice pasta for a lowglycemic choice. You will never taste the difference, but your body will process and digest it much easier than traditional pasta. Quinoa: A South American grain packing more protein than any other. Delicious, full of fiber and B vitamins and one of the least allergenic foods. Millet: This light, fluffy grain is good as a breakfast porridge. Its a complex carbohydrate easily processed by any body type.
Produce
Leeks, red radishes, daikon radishes, green onions: Powerful fat emulsifiers. Broccoli sprouts: Ten times more cancer-fighting ability than mature broccoli. Boxed/bagged mixed field greens: Easy, convenient way to eat greens. Kale: Most powerful source of absorbed calcium than any other food. Lemons: Powerful internal detoxifier. Avocado: More Vitamin E than any other food, plus monounsaturated fat, 80% of which is immediately digested.
Protein
Aduzi beans: Buy them canned. This bean strengthens the adrenal glands and supports kidney function. Garbanzo beans (chick peas): For those eating less meat this bean packs more iron than any other. 8 l VITAJOURNAL
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Bread: Try a wheat alternative like brown rice bread, or sprouted whole
Feta cheese/goat cheese: Dairy-free, low fat and very healthy. Almond milk: Great-tasting nut milk found in a box. Great source of magnesium and protein. rice milk: Healthy alternative to milk and the easiest to digest.
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Tamari: Wheat-free soy sauce. Apple cider vinegar: Healthiest vinegar to alkalize the body. Can alleviate indigestion and acid reflux with regular use of 1 tablespoon per day. Cayenne pepper: Boosts metabolism. Herbs and spices: A variety of fresh and dried. Cinnamon: Balances your blood sugar for 24 hours and staves off sweet cravings. Coconut milk: Use for sweet Asian dishes and to replace milk and crme on desserts. Agave nectar: Honey-like natural sweetener that is safe for diabetics, low in calories and 1.4 times sweeter than sugar. Xylitol: This natural sweetener derived from plants can be used cup for cup in place of sugar in any recipe. Celtic sea salt: Matches the exact mineral profile of our blood; supports healthy skin and digestion. raw almond butter: Healthier than peanut butter, and more satisfying. continued on page 10...
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ach year, March 17 marks the Irish religious holiday known as St. Patricks Day, honoring the patron saint of Ireland. The first St. Patricks Day parade was held in the United States on March 17, 1762. Irish soldiers, serving in the English military, marched through New York Citys streets to the sounds of Irish music. Today, there are St. Patricks Day parades in many cities, but New York Citys is the longest running civilian parade in the world. The parade has nearly 150,000 participants and about 3.5 million spectators. According to the US Census Bureau, approximately 35.9 million Americans reported Irish ancestry in the 2006 American Community Survey. The Census of Canada reported 13.9% Irish Canadians that same year.
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Unscramble the following words often associated with St. Patricks Day (answers below):
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In a medium saucepan, boil water and add the bouillon. Stir until dissolved. Turn off the heat, add the saffron threads and stir. Cover and set aside. Preheat a medium-sized pot over medium heat. Saut the garlic in oil until softened and golden, about 3-4 minutes. Add the onion and continue to saut until the onion turns translucent, 5-6 minutes. Add the quinoa and stir to combine. Saut for about a minute. Pour in the warm vegetable broth and stir in the coriander. Cover and bring to a boil, stir the quinoa once, and lower the heat to low, simmering for 20-25 minutes, until the liquid has been absorbed and the quinoa is tender. Remove from heat and let stand for 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork, add pine nuts and season with salt and pepper.
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Heat oil over medium heat, add shallots, saut until dark brown and caramelized, about 20 minutes. Stir in curry powder, agave and lemon juice. Add kale, soy sauce and water. Cover and steam for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until kale is still chewy but tender. Do not overcook.
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L-Phenylalanine:
By Brazos Minshew, Chief Science Officer Myth: L-Phenylalanine (LPA) causes strokes and is generally bad for you because it is an ingredient in toxic artificial sweeteners, such as aspartame. Fact: L-Phenylalanine is an essential protein. Your thyroid activity depends on a rich supply of LPA. Phenylalanine improves mood, helps your body reduce pain especially migraine pain and improves mental function. LPA is found in TriVitas Energy Now! product. Factoid: Just as fire can warm our homes, it can also cause destruction in a house fire. LPA is an essential protein that fuels energy production; aspartame is an artificial sweetener that causes destructive inflammation in test animals.
Phenylalanine and energy
Energy is more than just a passing mood. It is a complex series of biochemical and electrical processes very much like a long series of dominos all lined up and ready for the first one to be tipped over. The first step in the production of energy is to select a healthy source of basic nutrients: sugars, proteins and fats. Sugars provide a rapid but brief donation of energy. Proteins donate five times more energy than sugar. Healthy fats donate eight times more! These three nutrients make up the basis for energy production. The end result of selecting the proper foods and supplements contributes to the way you feel and how much energy you have for your day. In order for you to feel energetic you must tip over that first domino by selecting healthy foods. Supplements may also help support your 1-800-991-7116
We must break down the nutrients from our foods into specific chemicals. Thats where LPA enters into the picture.
We must break down the nutrients from our foods into specific chemicals. Thats where LPA enters into the picture. This marvelous protein feeds your energy cycle, your thyroid hormone cycle and balances your brain chemistry. LPA breaks down into Tyrosine to feed your thyroid. Healthy thyroid function makes you feel energetic. LPA also protects you against stress. Reducing stress helps you feel energetic. Next, LPA feeds the production of a brain chemical called phenyethylamine (PEA). PEA is very special. Do you remember your first kiss? If you are like most people your world was aglow with enthusiasm for days afterward. You probably had significant energy and you needed very
The renowned actress, Sarah Bernhardt, once said that life begets life and energy becomes energy. The type of energy Ms. Bernhardt described was euphoria generated by optimism, anticipation and accomplishment. This energy is fueled by healthy sugars, fats and proteins especially LPA: the energy protein. To find out about TriVitas Energy Now! please see page 15.
With dominos, each one that falls requires the energy from the domino before, then donates energy to the one after.
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hen you look in the mirror, do you see nothing but flaws? Sheer perfection? Something in between? If youre like many people and most women you may see more minuses than pluses. The problem is, this negative self-image can set you up for failure when you decide to take action about weight and health. In Western societies, the glamorized ideal for both sexes is a false standard. Bombarded by ads, movies and TV shows that spotlight dangerously thin females and males with sixpack abs, we tend to accept these images as what we should be, and invariably come up short. As a result, we may throw ourselves into extreme exercise plans, unhealthy diets and even severe emotional problems as we struggle to meet someone elses standard.
6 When you think of the things that define who you are, what comes up first? Do you consider yourself fat, as opposed to intelligent, caring, a good worker or some other personal quality?
The odds are that at least one of your body parts doesnt please you. To see how severe your concern may be, fill out this body image questionnaire from the National Womens Health Information Center. List five body parts in order of your 1 dissatisfaction with them, and note what you dont like about their appearance. Some examples: Thighs too fat Biceps too skinny Teeth crooked 2 When you look in the mirror, how do you usually perceive these parts? (example: disgusting flabby thighs). Notice if your body talk is negative and hyper-critical, or objective and neutral. 3 Are you embarrassed or self-conscious about your appearance? Do you assume that other people think badly about you because of your appearance? Do you avoid wearing a bathing suit at beaches or pools?
Practice loving yourself from the inside out, rather than judging yourself from the outside in.
The questionnaire ends with this thought: No one is going to comment on the imperfections of your body at your funeral. Practice loving yourself from the inside out, rather than judging yourself from the outside in. No matter what body type genetics gave you, you can choose healthy eating and exercise habits to keep your body going strong. Remember to follow the 10 Essentials (page 2), and dont overlook #9: Develop Acceptance. If you can accept your physical inheritance and develop a positive self-image, youll be building overall health: physical, emotional and spiritual.
Most people are some combination of the three main body types: 1. Ectomorphs. This type is usually tall and 1 thin, with a slight frame and narrow hips and shoulders. 2. Mesomorphs. This type tends to look 2 bulkiest in the upper body, with broad shoulders and a muscular build. 3 3. Endomorphs. This type has a soft, rounded appearance, usually with shoulders narrower than hips. 12 l VITAJOURNAL
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Colorectal cancer: Its common and very curable in its early stages
Should you be screened?
By Dr. Samuel N. Grief
Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer in the United States and the second most common cause of cancer-related death. Leading healthcare professionals realize the importance of educating Samuel N. Grief, the public about this deadly M.D., CCFP, FCFP disease and that is why March has been designated National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Understandably, the colon and rectum are neither glamorous nor easy topics to discuss with your healthcare provider. Nonetheless, it is extremely important that you or your provider bring this topic up during one of your next medical visits to ensure you will be properly assessed and screened for any colorectal disease. FOBT is the easiest to perform and can be done in the privacy of your own home. Application of a stool specimen to special testing cards on three consecutive days is the most common way of performing this test. Flexible sigmoidoscopy is done at your doctors office and requires brief preparation with a stool cleanser or laxative. The instrument, a sigmoidoscope, is a short, flexible tube that uses a fiber optic light to see up to about 60 cm (about 2 feet) inside your rectum and colon. This procedure will not detect any disease within the colon above this distance. Most medical societies recommend combining flexible sigmoidoscopy with FOBT every five years to enhance screening. Colonoscopy is the best test for identifying colon polyps. Medical authorities recognize this procedure as inherently the most risky, too. While perforation of the colon may occur, it is quite rare. Also, most physicians performing this procedure place their patients under conscious sedation, meaning you will be awake but not truly alert. This may place you at increased risk for lung and heart complications if you have underlying lung and heart disease. allowing toxins to fester within your bowels. Additionally, one scientific study confirmed an association between red meat consumption and increased colon cancer in women. Increase your dietary fiber fiber is great for your overall health and improves bowel function. However, it has not been scientifically-proven to lower your risk for colorectal cancer. Vitamin and mineral supplements Vitamin D and calcium have been scientifically shown to help reduce the development of colon polyps. Calcium seems to be the strong partner here, but Vitamin D assists calcium absorption within the intestines. Thats why I recommend a calcium supplement for bone health and general well-being, especially as we age. Other medicines, such as aspirin or its cousins, are potentially useful to lower the risk for colorectal disease, but their side effects of bleeding and kidney and liver problems make them unsuitable for most people. Lastly, cholesterol-lowering medicines known as statins have also been found in several studies to have a link to lower risk for colorectal disease. Call a Wellness Consultant at 1-800-991-7116 to make sure you are taking a quality Vitamin D supplement. TriVita offers two excellent choices: VitaCal-Mag D and Bone Builder.
Most colorectal cancers arise from pre-existing polyps. These polyps occur in approximately 30% of adults age 50 years and older and occur more commonly as we age. The goal of colorectal cancer screening is to identify early cancers and polyps in order to limit the spread of disease and save lives.
There are several things that may lessen your risk for developing disease of the colon and rectum: Keep the weight off many scientific studies confirm the association between obesity and risk for colorectal cancer. Lower your fat intake less fat in ones diet may decrease the risk for developing colon polyps, the precursor to cancer. Eat less red meat there is some controversy here, but red meat has very little fiber and slows up the bowel function,
Annual testing of your stool for hidden blood [also known as fecal occult blood test (FOBT)] Flexible sigmoidoscopy every five years Colonoscopy every ten years 14 l VITAJOURNAL
Samuel N. Grief is currently the Medical Director at the University of Illinois. Dr. Grief received his medical degree from McGill University in Montreal, Quebec, and is a CME Instructor. trivita.com
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Type of tea Caeine (mg) Black tea, brewed, 8 oz ................................... 47 Green tea, brewed, 8 oz ............................ 30-50 Nestea, sweetened or unsweetened, 12 oz ...... 17 Snapple Iced Tea, 16 oz .................................. 18 Sobe Green Tea, 8 oz ..................................... 14 Starbucks Tazo Chai Tea Latte, 12 oz ............ 75
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Sports/energy drink brand Caeine (mg) AMP Tall Boy Energy Drink, 16 oz ............. 143 Full Throttle, 16 oz ....................................... 144 Monster Energy, 16 oz .................................. 160 Red Bull, 8.3 oz .............................................. 76 Rockstar, 16 oz .............................................. 160 SoBe Adrenaline Rush, 16 oz ....................... 152 SoBe No Fear, 16 oz ..................................... 174
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or eight years Barb suffered from perpetual pain, nausea and night sweats. And like so many other pain sufferers, this Alberta, Canada native often found herself awake in the middle of the night. Then, good fortune struck when she happened to tune into a TriVita infomercial... and her life changed dramatically for the better.
taking it immediately. The B-12 products I had taken before made no difference at all, she recalls. TriVitas Sublingual B-12 made all the difference in the world. I was amazed at how well this product worked for me. I had more energy throughout the day, slept better at night and no longer experienced night sweats. My mental recall has also become incredible. Back when she was in pain and searching for answers, Barbs doctor wanted to put her on prescription medicines. Ive never taken drugs in my life and never will, she proclaims. I always try to find natural solutions to my health problems and thats exactly what I did thanks to TriVitas Sublingual B-12. Since then, shes added Dr. Libbys Vital C Crystals, Energy Now! and CoQ-10 to her regimen. She uses Energy Now! for a quick pickup and TriVitas CoQ-10 has really helped with Barbs restless legs syndrome. Before I started taking both B-12 and CoQ-10, my condition was so bad I had to stand on cold concrete to reduce the pain, she recalls. The
excruciating pain has gone away with the help of these two great products. Her husband is a big fan of Energy Now!, He definitely notices the difference when he doesnt take it, she reports. Barb strongly believes that many of her health issues were the price she paid for being a hairstylist for over 30 years. She was exposed to numerous chemicals and hair sprays and her serious health issues led her on an interesting and very rewarding career path. She had her blood analyzed and was amazed by what it told her about her health condition. Barb ended up going to work for the same company that had analyzed her blood. I became such a strong believer in blood analysis that I went through extensive training and opened my own blood analysis clinic, she states. I now feel like Im really helping people because a simple blood test can tell you so many things about your health condition. It helps me tell someone what their body needs and what it is lacking. Most of her customers have already exhausted every resource possible through the medical trivita.com
TriVitas Sublingual B-12 made all the difference in the world. I was amazed at how well this product worked for me.
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Many have sampled other B-12 products but once people try TriVita Sublingual B-12, they quickly realize a big difference in how they feel.
community. Barb notes that they are often frustrated and many times feel worse than when they started seeing doctors for their health problems. Barb doesnt hesitate to suggest Sublingual B-12 to her clients because it does what it says it will do. She has personally seen the devastating effects of B-12 deprivation. Her father-in-law had an accident and broke some ribs. He couldnt sleep and his doctor prescribed pain pills. For one month her father-in-law was completely disoriented and everyone thought he was losing his mind to Alzheimers disease. Another doctor gave her father-in-law a B-12 shot and he eventually started taking Sublingual B-12. Within a few weeks he was back to his normal self. Many have sampled other B-12 products but once people try TriVita Sublingual B-12, they quickly realize a big difference in how they feel. She just cant say enough good things about Sublingual B-12 and doesnt use or recommend other B-12 supplements. TriVitas Sublingual B-12 is the best, Barb emphatically states. This go-getter makes sure that people who need Sublingual B-12 have TriVitas phone number so they can call and order their own supply. Barb also makes sure to have plenty of 10% discount coupons on hand.* Obviously, Barbs approach works because she has at least 13 referrals to date and she has earned sizeable compensation checks that she applies toward her own TriVita product purchases. Barb is also a selfadmitted snowbird and she actually takes her business on the road during the long Canadian winter to such warm, sunny places as California, Arizona and Mexico. She has a strong piece of advice for anyone who has healthcare concerns: Get the help you need before it is too late, Barb emphasizes. The effects of low Vitamin B-12 are often misdiagnosed and it is important to understand what your body is telling you and take action. You should not stop taking any medication without rst consulting your physician. * To nd out how you can earn rewards while sharing TriVita products, see page 27.
When it comes to referring, Barb lets the TriVita product quality speak for itself. Barb says, People are truly amazed by what these products can do for them. They respect her opinion because she operates her own blood cell analysis clinic and can authoritatively tell people what their bodies are lacking. I find that most people who come to my clinic need Vitamin B-12, she observes.
Expect to have hope rekindled. Expect your prayers to be answered in wondrous ways. The winter seasons in life do not last. The spring rains will come again. Sarah Ban Breathnach
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by Dr. Judy The spring season is a time of growth, renewal and resurrection. Plants and animals that were in hibernation Judy Ellison, Ph.D. through the long winter months burst once again to life in March with renewed energy and force.
Bears, woodchucks and chipmunks awaken from the sleep that conserves energy while their bodies rebuild in time for spring, and renewed life. Plants usually slow down and stop their growth during winter before that fresh burst of life energy. to embrace new attitudes and beliefs. It is a good time to consider the balance of our lives work, play and relationships.
new growth, renewal and a re-balancing of energies. Spring renews my hope and belief that I can make my life better by getting rid of old, worn-out beliefs and bad habits, and that I will soon be blooming again. With this renewal of mind and emotions, you will have the energy to make the necessary changes in your spiritual and physical health, as well. You may not have all the answers now, but as you open your mind up to the possibilities available to you, the answers will come. You can live in vibrant, radiant health and experience closeness to your creator. As Gods world comes back to life after resting, spring is a great time to get out and enjoy the freshness of natures beauty. During this time of year, as the weather warms up and the robins begin to sing, go out and take a walk, or go on a nature hike. Take time to feel excited about your present moment and the possibilities of your future.
Our society doesnt understand sloooowing down. It is always on the go. If we are in business for ourselves, we are always driving the marketing machine. We need to stay in touch with our potential customers, keep up on the industry and stay on top of the game. If we do stop, we sometimes interpret it as depression and beat up on ourselves for not being able to keep running at a frenetic pace. Stop. Its okay to slow down. Its natural.
There is a cycle to nature and life itself; when you understand these seasons, you realize the necessity of winter. Even we humans crawl into the cave emotionally at times and hibernate. As the days shorten and it gets dark so much earlier, we become sluggish and unmotivated. We tend to want to sleep more. The natural rhythm of winter is to slow down and hibernate. Winter is a time to do your emotional inner work; a time for reflection and a time 18 l VITAJOURNAL
Where are you at emotionally? Have you been hibernating in the cave all winter? It is time to awaken just like the earth wakes up and new life emerges.
Where are you at emotionally? Have you been hibernating in the cave all winter? It is time to awaken just like the earth wakes up and new life emerges. Days of spring bring life anew and are celebrated as a season of
Judy Ellison, Ph.D., is a success coach, author, motivational speaker and psychologist. She has inspired people around the world to reach within and find their passionate purpose to live a more meaningful life. trivita.com
Science has concluded that going to church makes you a stronger person.
than those who dont. (Self-control was explained as living out your ideals: letting a concern for others, for example, lead to volunteer work.) Thats right: Science has concluded that going to church makes you a stronger person. Two psychologists at the University of Miami wanted to test the idea that religion gives people internal strength, so they pored over decades of studies. When you add it all up, said one, it turns out there are remarkably consistent findings that religiosity correlates with higher self-control. Id like to point out that the researchers did not nd that this religiosity is rooted in fear of some punishment. No, the scientists said that religious people have self-control because they actually believe and act on the ideals of their faith. Their religious values become one with their own personal values. So, their self-control is precious, even sacred, because its part of the foundation of their lives.
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Why, through the ages, have people in every place and every culture turned to spiritual worship to help sustain them through hard times? Why has an organized spiritual community (we call ours church) been so vital to success in all areas of life? Of course, God tells us to gather in His name, and we comply. Perhaps we dont always attend services with the gladdest of hearts, or with gratitude for all we have, but we do gather to worship Him. In so doing, we receive His grace and blessing, and, I hope, always come away feeling comforted and uplifted. There are other benefits to practicing religion, too. If you want scientific proof, just ask science.
The name TriVita means three embodiments physical, emotional and spiritual. We believe that in order to be a completely healthy person, we need to pay attention to all three. Take the time every day to help yourself be a stronger, more spiritual person. Whether youre in a church, a quiet corner of your home or near a beautiful field let religion or faith, or whatever you wish to call it, help you have a better life.
Yes, its science that has given us some of the answers about why and how religion helps us. In the recent past, research has shown a strong, undeniable link between prayers and health. People who were prayed for showed significant improvement in their health, according to an analysis of 17 studies conducted over the past 40 years. And for some time, researchers have known that people who are devoutly religious tend to have stronger marriages, live longer and generally be happier than others. (For the latest findings on this topic, see page 28.) More recently, an even bigger study (drawing on 80 years of research), concluded that people who demonstrate religious belief by attending services with fellow worshipers have more self-control 1-800-991-7116
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ot so long ago, women were barred and discouraged from pursuing careers in medicine. In honor of Womens History Month, were spotlighting some true pioneers: These women faced social barriers, discrimination and other hardships, yet persevered to make great strides in medicine and healthcare. Not only did they change their world, they created a new world of possibilities for future generations of women.
joined the British Army as a surgeon and over the years was stationed all over the world. In 1857, she was sent to Canada as the inspector general of military hospitals, the top-ranking position. Though considered eccentric, she was highly regarded as a surgeon. She advocated for improved sanitary conditions and better food in hospitals. It was only upon her death that her true gender was discovered.
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Against the wishes of her parents, Florence Nightingale chose to become a nurse, a profession which was considered un-ladylike. When the Crimean War broke out in 1854, stories about conditions at the front prompted Nightingale to volunteer for service. Through her efforts, sanitary conditions at the hospitals improved greatly and casualties decreased. Upon her return to England, Nightingale established a school of nursing; her greatest contribution was to make nursing a respectable profession. Her 1860 book, Notes on Nursing, is still in print today. An accomplished statistician, she is also credited with inventing the pie chart.
Clara Barton began her lifelong work of helping others in the battlefields of the American Civil War and was dubbed The Angel of the Battlefield. After the war, she led efforts to locate missing soldiers and gave speeches on her war experiences. When the International Red Cross was established in 1864, she began lobbying for an American branch. In 1881, the American Red Cross was established; Barton served as president for over 20 years.
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In 1849, Elizabeth Blackwell became the first woman in the world to graduate from medical school. Though graduating first in her class from Geneva Medical College in New York, she had a difficult time finding work. Despite much discrimination, she eventually opened a clinic, and with her sister also a doctor opened the New York Infirmary for Women and Children and later the Womens Medical College in New York City.
Virginia Apgar graduated from the Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1933 and in 1949 became its first appointed female professor. Because surgical positions were hard to find in the 30s especially for women Apgar moved into the area of anesthesiology. Later she focused on obstetrical anesthesia and in 1952, presented the Apgar score: a system for assessing the health of newborn babies. Today, the Apgar score is a standard test for newborns. Today, women all over the world are making advances and improvements in the field of medicine. We thank them and all the other women who work toward making our world a better place.
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re you worried about jobs, housing or shrinking investments? These days it seems most of us are, and it might be easy to let this stress push aside healthy habits. The best advice in one word is, dont. Its more important than ever to protect your health by continuing to make smart lifestyle choices. Heres a look at some of the ways that financial woe can chip away at the best health habits, and some strategies for fighting back.
escalator, working out at home to DVDs from your local library, dancing (solo or paired) and dozens of other possibilities get creative. Smoking, as you know, is a killer for your body and wallet. What a great, moneysaving time to stop. Ask your healthcare provider about free local resources to help. Alcohol does not relieve stress it boosts your stress level, and can lead to a cycle of over eating, smoking and other dangerous habits, such as more drinking. Save your money and tip a few glasses of water instead.
health by including dietary supplements as a part of their wellness regimen, said a researcher with the Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN), which sponsored the survey. The CRN staffer continued, Engaging in preventive health measures today, such as incorporating supplements into a healthy lifestyle, may help avoid potential healthcare costs down the road.
In the workforce, the economic meltdown has led to overwork for many who still have jobs. This burden makes it easy to trade healthy meals for a fast-food filler, to reach for comfort in high-calorie treats, to skip exercise and to look for escape through drinking or smoking. If you find yourself or a loved one starting to develop one or more of these behaviors, there are several steps you can take to get back on track. Some counter-strategies: Fix healthy lunches and snacks at home, and keep them on hand every day. Youll be safeguarding your health and your wallet by not paying for over-processed, packaged foods. Avoid sugary, high-fat foods and snacks. Theyll just pack on the pounds and leave you feeling low. Cant afford your gym membership? Walking is free and great for you; ditto taking the stairs instead of the 1-800-991-7116
A survey of over 10,000 people conducted in the U.S. indicated that fully 72% were taking preventive steps to stay healthy.
The smart 72%: are you one of them?
Given the wobbly economy, who can afford to miss work, or put themselves at risk of illness by not safeguarding their health? If nothing else, the financial incentives for staying healthy should make us all even more determined to eat right, exercise and keep taking quality supplements. Its encouraging to know that many people who use supplements intend to keep right on going. In a recent survey, a majority of supplement users said they would maintain their daily regimen. And of those people, a sizable number said that the supplements are an essential part of my wellness regimen, and I cannot do without them. Its encouraging to see that, despite the current economic climate, such a large percentage of adults are continuing to invest in their
Avoiding future healthcare costs is the reason that many people, instead of reducing their healthy habits, are now taking an even more proactive role in protecting their health. A survey of over 10,000 people conducted in the U.S. indicated that fully 72% were taking preventive steps to stay healthy. These steps included taking vitamin and nutrient supplements, exercising more and eating healthier. Clearly, economic woes should motivate us all to keep up or increase our healthy lifestyle habits, including taking the highest quality supplements. After all, no matter whats happening in the world of finance, who can afford to cut back on health? March 2009 l 21
Embracing
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Each month a Member, Business Affiliate and TriVita employee share their insights on health, wellness and more
This new monthly feature creates an open forum for Members, Business Afliates and TriVita staff to respond to a variety of provocative questions about a wide range of subjects. Join the discussion! Your response could earn you a $25 gift card; see details $ 25 at the end of this article. Were bombarded with negative news. Whether you turn on the television, radio or log onto the Internet there it is... bad news on the stock market, housing market, job market and even grocery prices at the market. The result is a chain reaction of negativity that spreads doom and gloom to others and may even damage our own ability to function in a healthy manner. This months question:
reduce illnesses and get back to a simpler, more wholesome way of life. Through TriVita, we can show them the way. Sta Member, Managing editor For me, staying positive means staying in a constant state of gratitude. I also surround myself with fun, happy people. I have a very close group of girlfriends who meet on a regular basis. We actually have an agenda at our meetings, but nothing too serious in nature. I dont think Ive ever laughed so hard in my life as I have with these grown women! Dont get me wrong, I dont hide my head in the sand; I am aware of what is going on in the world, but I choose to not focus on those things. I am making financial adjustments in my life, just as everyone is, but I concentrate on the wonderful blessings I have my beautiful family (and very soon, a grandchild), my friends, my career and the knowledge that God is in control. Yes, the current times are hard and yes, they may get harder. Still, laughter and having a heart of gratitude not only keeps me from feeling fretful, but also gives me hope for the future.
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Business Aliate First, I count my blessings and stay focused on all the things I am grateful for; my wife, our family, our friends and our good mental and physical health. Second, I work on keeping my brain and body tuned up with proper nutrition and exercise. TriVitas 10 Essentials for Health and Wellness play an enormous part in this effort. I concentrate on what I can control, how I look after myself, how I treat others, how I spend money and how I can enjoy simple pleasures from everyday living. During tough economic times with so many people affected, it is so important to stay healthy in body and mind. If I can look after myself and somehow inspire someone else each day, thats a great day. People are looking for ways to reduce their costs, reduce their weight, reduce their stress,
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1 Sit slightly forward in a chair with your hands on the armrests. 2 Your feet should be flat on the floor and slightly apart, and your upper body should be upright (dont lean forward). 3 Using your arms for balance only, slowly raise your buttocks off the chair until nearly standing with your knees bent. Pause. 4 Slowly sit back down. 5 Aim for 8-12 repetitions. Rest and repeat the set.
All you need is a sturdy chair with armrests and athletic shoes with non-skid soles for these simple strength-building exercises.
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1 Put a chair with armrests up against a wall. Sit in the chair and put your feet together flat on the floor. Lean forward a bit while keeping your shoulders and back straight. 2 Bend your elbows and place your hands on the armrests of the chair, so they are in line with your torso. 3 Pressing downward on your hands, try to lift yourself up a few inches by straightening out your arms. 4 Raise your upper body and thighs, but keep your feet in contact with the floor. Pause. Slowly release until youre sitting back down again. 5 Aim for 8-12 repetitions. Rest and repeat the set.
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to eat desserts. After one week, I realized it has never been this easy to say NO to sugar. Being on the Adaptogen 10 Plus has allowed me to calmly make better snack decisions. Thank you, TriVita. Carol E. Springfield, VT
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Ive had chronic fatigue syndrome for over twenty years. I went to every doctor and tried every medication in the world trying to find relief, and nothing worked. I kept trying to find something to help me through the day. Then I saw James Robison on TV and got the Sublingual B-12 and Energy Now! Ive been taking it for several years, except when I was in remission for about a year. Im 62 years old and care for my mother. With CFS, I have no stamina, 24 l VITAJOURNAL
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I am in the sixth decade of my life and always looking for ways to maintain vitality. TriVitas Adaptogen 10 Plus is the first product that I have tried that I can feel, sense and enjoy within a few days. There is no way I want to be without it. It relaxes my body and allows me to sleep soundly without bathroom breaks during the night. It really has relaxed my irritable bladder. I am more focused and organized during the day. When I began taking Adaptogen 10 Plus, I was already increasing my exercise and trying not
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ometimes a simple switch of TV stations can make a huge difference in your life. Thats what happened when Kay tuned into a TriVita infomercial over three years ago. Up until then, the 46-year-old North Carolina resident had been giving herself B-12 shots twice weekly for years.
Kay decided to start taking TriVita Sublingual B-12 and was amazed by the results. It worked just as well as the injections, without the pain and the enormous expense, she says. I also noticed a big improvement with my energy level. Kay has not gone without Sublingual B-12 since her very first order and is looking forward to her first shipment of Super Sublingual B-12. She is also benefiting from several other TriVita products: Balanced Woman, she says, has allowed her to avoid estrogen replacement therapy. OmegaPrime improves her skin tone and helps with arthritis and inflammation. NutraFruits gives her a daily dose of fruits and vegetables in one simple scoop.
with health issues who would be excellent candidates for TriVita products. In 2008 Kay referred over 12 people and has earned hundreds of dollars in free product just by sharing her product success story.
When talking to people I always stress the importance of taking high-quality products that actually work.
Im grateful that TriVita has an easy-to-use program that allows me to share these products with people that I care about. Kay
When talking to people I always stress the importance of taking high-quality products that actually work, Kay says. I also use written materials from TriVita, especially the catalog, to help explain product benefits. She also makes sure that prospects take advantage of the 10% off coupon, which can be easily downloaded from trivita.com. Theres one benefit of referring that cant be measured in dollars and cents. Thats the priceless pleasure of seeing family and friends enjoying better health. For example, Kays boyfriend took Sublingual B-12 and noticed a big change in his energy level within one week. Another friend tried Joint Complex successfully to ease various aches and pains. Yet another friend has noticed a daily boost in well-being with Daily Women. Says Kay, I get tremendous satisfaction from hearing my friends talk about their product experiences. Sometimes her co-workers and friends want her to order for them, but Kay suggests that they call in to place their own order so they can get the full benefits of a free membership. This includes earning points which ultimately allows them to receive their own products for free. She has also encouraged her referrals to become Affiliate Members so they can benefit from the same rewards that she now enjoys.
In 2008 Kay referred over 12 people and has earned hundreds of dollars in free product just by sharing her product success story.
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Naturally, Kay has been thrilled by the rewards that shes already earned. Its been a great way to get her favorite products for free and also try new products. Kay has received hundreds of dollars in TriVita products and won two $1,000 gift cards during TriVitas 2008 Refer & Win Celebration. So, you can expect Kay to keep building her flourishing referrals business while continuing to enjoy the many benefits that come from actively referring. I consider myself fortunate to have discovered such high-quality products, Kay says. Im grateful that TriVita has an easyto-use program that allows me to share these products with people that I care about. March 2009 l 25
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Not just for St. Patricks Day: a diet high in cabbage may cut breast cancer risk
Baltimore, Maryland Young women who eat a lot of cabbage may reduce their future risk of breast cancer, according to researchers from Michigan State University and the National Food and Nutrition Institute of Warsaw. The study was part of the Polish Womens Health Study, a long-term breast cancer study that follows 28 l VITAJOURNAL Celebrating 10 Years of Health and Wellness trivita.com
Polish women as well as Polish-born women living in the United States. Polish women eat an average of 30 pounds of cabbage and sauerkraut per year, versus 10 pounds in the United States. And, Polish women have a one-third lower risk of dying of breast cancer than their United States counterparts. However, when Polish women immigrate to the United States, their breast cancer risk triples. Researchers wanted to find out if dietary changes contributed to the increased risk. The women were asked to fill out food questionnaires asking about their diets when they were 12 and 13 years old and as adults. Women who ate four or more servings per week of cabbage during adolescence were 72% less likely to develop breast cancer than those who ate only 1.5 servings per week. The protective effect was limited to raw and short-cooked cabbage, including raw sauerkraut, fresh cabbage and steamed sauerkraut. Cabbage that was cooked longer, in dishes such as cabbage rolls and pierogi, did not have a protective effect. Researchers discovered that even women who consumed moderate and low amounts of cabbage in their youth could still reduce their breast cancer risk by eating high amounts of cabbage in adulthood. Study results were presented at the American Association for Cancer Research annual cancer prevention meeting.
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We are coming to a city near you to invite you to experience greater wellness through this product and to join our Affiliate network to help launch this product throughout North America. Will you join us in our mission? People all over North America can experience greater wellness with this product and other products in the Sonoran Bloom product line. Research from the University of Arizona led us to the wonderful healing plants in the Sonoran Desert; we have been studying these plants for several years, as well as the ancient peoples who have lived there and enjoyed incredible health with almost no obesity or diabetes. Please join us in one of the cities listed on page 5. Be sure to RSVP so we can reserve your seat and your free 32 ounce bottle of Nopalea. If you would like to bring a guest, please do so, but RSVP for them as well. These events are all pre-launch introductions; the product will not be released in the catalog until later this year. We have a limited supply for those who are interested in joining us in our mission. At the event, you will also receive a free DVD that is a fully packaged message of all the benefits of the Nopalea product and the Share and Earn Bonus Program. Enhance your spring rejuvenation wellness program by attending one of these exciting events! All around you are the reminders of nature rejuvenating itself to bloom and blossom enriching the quality of life for everyone. We are offering special springtime pricing on Energy Now! and VitaDaily AM/PM. This is a great opportunity to stock up on these quality products.
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