TrIVita Vita Journal - New Zealand Vol. III 2012

New Zealand Vol. III 2012

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3 ways to stay youthfully trim p.12 Eric Grief, M.D. p.9

Why Cheryl Tiegs loves TriVita p.8 How New Zealanders are doing health-wise p.19 trivita.com

Avoiding the diabetes epidemic p.18 Daniela Radulescu, M.D.

THOUGHTS FROM THE EDITOR

The beauty of Nopalea:™ take the Challenge!

10 Essentials

for health and wellness.

Good health is a gift to be treasured and nurtured every day. TriVita joyfully shares these keys to helping you experience wellness®: the 10 Essentials of physical, emotional and spiritual health.

Physical 1. Breathe Deeply 2. Drink Water 3. Sleep Peacefully 4. Eat Nutritiously 5. Enjoy Activity Emotional 6. Give and Receive Love 7. Be Forgiving 8. Practice Gratitude 9. Develop Acceptance Spiritual

In this issue, we’re excited to feature Cheryl Tiegs, America’s first supermodel.

I was fortunate to meet her in person this past July at TriVita’s Galaxy of Stars event held here in Scottsdale, AZ, USA. What an incredibly beautiful woman she is, and I was honoured to have my picture taken with her. Cheryl has appeared in several Nopalea infomercials in the USA. She’s such a believer in Nopalea, because of what it’s done for her personally. That’s why she’s partnering with TriVita, asking everyone to join her by taking the Nopalea Wellness Challenge.

You can read more about Cheryl’s wellness story and the Challenge on page 8.

It’s amazing how many friends I have who are in their 50s, and a few approaching 60, who still look and feel so great. When I think back to my younger years, my perception of anyone in that age group was that they were “old people”. It’s funny how perception changes when you get there yourself! Now whenever I hear, “Wow, you look really good for your age,” I say – “How about simply, ‘You look really good!’” Who’s to say what any age is “supposed” to look like? With all the health and wellness information available, along with quality supplements, women (and men) today are fortunate to have these age-defying resources available to us.

This issue of the VitaJournal is full of articles we hope you’ll enjoy and share with the people you care about. One I particularly enjoyed reading was on page 23 from Dr. Sandra Chapman called “Digital Brain Damage – Are you at risk?” The results of a study confirm our obsession with technology – whether it’s a smart phone or tablet computer. I was recently on a 10-day trip to Canada, and didn’t turn on my cell phone at all because my phone bill was off the charts with data usage while there on an earlier visit. Luckily my friend was able to keep me connected to my iPad. After reading Dr. Chapman’s article I realised like so many others, I too, have a technology addiction. I definitely need to practice what this article preaches!

Please enjoy this issue, and let us know what types of articles you’d like to see in future digital publications. I encourage you to send your ideas or comments directly to me at: pam@trivita.com.

Until next time – experience wellness!

10. Develop a Relationship with God

Email me! pam@trivita.com

Pam Knox, Editor Friend me! facebook.com/TriVitaPam

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B-12 6 Vitamin Sparks Energy

Are We Doing 19 How Health-Wise?

Scott Conard, M.D., says it’s all about metabolism, body and brain.

Quick snapshots of Australia and New Zealand health trends.

igital Brain 23 DDamage: Are

Tiegs 8 Cheryl LOVES TriVita

You in Danger?

The American supermodel on her own wellness, and leading the Nopalea™ Wellness Challenge.

Take 10 Why the Nopalea

Loading Phase?

It may take more to break the cycle of inflammation.

Tips to protect against technology overload from Sandra Bond Chapman, Ph.D.

p. p.88

ways to stay 25 Big Relief from 12 Three youthfully trim Unbearable Pain How to keep the pounds down.

Healthy 14 Eating Across the

Nopalea and Sublingual B-12 have vanquished Sally’s longtime misery.

Decades

Fuel your body for vibrant good health.

18 Avoiding Type 2 Diabetes Know your risk, know your options – Daniela Radulescu, M.D.

31 Nopalea keeps Marc moving.

24 Vitamin C – crucial to your health.

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From the FOUNDER

Put some “begratitudes” into your life!

If

I were to ask the question, “Do you desire a life of health or a life of wellness?” I am sure I would receive a variety of responses. In the past, the words were used interchangeably, but many today realise that simply defining health as the absence of illness, disease or injury does not reflect quality of life.

“Wellness” involves health, satisfaction and fulfilment.

Medical science has come a long way in the past 25 years. Today there is recognition that simply treating a disease or condition does not achieve the quality of life most people desire, nor does treatment stem the rising tide of disease. Though we have the most advanced medical technology and pharmaceutical drugs in history, we are still seeing an escalation of disease in all age brackets.

By what standards should we measure our wellness? Wellness is not a destination, but a journey with the goal of achieving and maximising your individual potential physically, emotionally, spiritually, socially and yes, financially.

If you desire a wellness journey, then you’ll need a plan to map out the journey and points of interest. If you don’t have a plan, may I suggest 10 of the most simple but profound essentials on earth to help you achieve a life of wellness? They are TriVita’s 10 Essentials for Health and Wellness.

They are a life plan for maximising your wellness potential.

The essentials go way beyond physical health or mental health; the 10 Essentials are about the whole you filled with well-being. As an example, gratitude as an essential is one of the most powerful forces you can put into your life. Though it is listed as an emotional essential, it actually impacts every aspect of life. If I were to give one piece of advice to every person, it would be to develop your gratitude daily! With gratitude accept what life is offering today, and with gratitude accept a future you can pursue with many more possibilities.

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Perhaps you have heard of the Beatitudes that Jesus taught. I would like to suggest a few “Begratitudes” to go along with the Beatitudes.

Blessed are the grateful for their marriage shall blossom; blessed are the grateful for their finances shall prosper; blessed are the grateful for they shall enjoy enhanced well-being.

You might want to see how many Begratitudes you can write down to help enhance your life.

On your journey of wellness, may the 10 Essentials become your guide and plan, leading to a life of destiny and well-being.

Michael R. Ellison, Founder

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Healthy aging: always a

great goal W

ellness has no age limits, so healthy aging is the focus of this VitaJournal. Throughout this issue, find helpful, hopeful articles on the art and science of aging well – along with insights on a threat to all ages: inflammation. Meanwhile, test your aging smarts with this quick quiz.

1. Are you ever “too old” to exercise? n Yes n No 2. Men don’t have to worry about getting osteoporosis. n True n False 3. Once an older person gets cancer, it’s all over. n True n False 4. Are older drivers generally safe drivers? n True n False 5. Weight gain is inevitable with age. n True n False Answers 1. No. Exercise at any age (with a healthcare provider’s okay, naturally), can help make the heart, lungs and muscles stronger, among other benefits.

2. False. One in five people who have or are at risk for this bone disease are men.

3. False. Especially when detected early, cancer can be beaten by many older people.

4. Yes. They drive fewer miles and avoid risks like speeding, drinking and driving, driving at night and in heavy traffic.

5. False. Bodily changes and decreases in activity do add weight to many older people, but exercise and smart eating can offset this.

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We want to hear about your product success, and spread the good news to others. So share your experience: email your product success story to story@trivita.com and qualify to receive up to $125 in TriVita product credits.

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ASK DR. CONARD

Q: How does Vitamin B-12 give us more energy?

By Scott Conard, M.D.

A:

When we talk about Vitamin B-12 and energy, it’s all about metabolism. This powerhouse vitamin is a must for the body processes that produce energy and keep us going.

Scott Conard, M.D. Scott Conard, M.D., DABFM, FAAFP, has more than 20 years of successful clinical practice, research and leadership experience.

Through his Texas-based practice and books he’s authored, he empowers people to take control of their health.

When we say “metabolism,” we mean all the physical and chemical processes in the body that convert or use energy. This includes the processes necessary for all these body functions: breathing; circulating blood; controlling body temperature; contracting muscles; digesting food and nutrients; eliminating waste; functioning of the brain and nerves. Every single one of these metabolic tasks requires adequate amounts of Vitamin B-12.

As you may know, B-12 helps form red blood cells, and also helps keep our central nervous system running. When we don’t get enough of this powerhouse vitamin, a whole host of physical and mental problems can occur, including:

• Fatigue • Anaemia • Loss of balance • Memory problems Ideally, we’d all get the B-12 we need from animal products such as eggs, meat, milk, poultry and shellfish. However, very few people eat “ideally.” And, there’s the matter of being able to use all the B-12 that we take in. As time goes on, the body is less able to absorb all the B-12 it needs. We now know that this absorption issue affects not just

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older people, but even those as young as in their 20s. So, even if your diet is rich in B-12, your body may not be getting what it requires.

There are other causes for B-12 deficiencies.

These include following a strict vegetarian or vegan diet; having gastrointestinal surgery (such as weight loss surgery), and having digestive problems such as celiac disease or Crohn’s disease.

Why it’s smart to supplement with B-12 When any of the “B-blocking” situations exist, you simply cannot enjoy the optimal wellness and energy that make up a vibrant, healthy life. Remember, B-12 is important for metabolism. And metabolism affects both our physical and mental functioning.

So, if you lack this key component, you may experience fatigue… confusion… poor memory… mental decline.

In my own medical practice, I’ve seen the difference that B-12 can make in people’s lives. I’ve had many patients come to me with low energy, mood problems and a lack of interest in life. And I’ve seen many remarkable turnarounds in these same patients once their B-12 deficiency was corrected.

This article is intended for educational purposes only.

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TriVita’s B-12 formulation: what makes it unique?

By Brazos Minshew TriVita’s Chief Science Officer Vitamin B-12 absorption declines as we age – especially after age 50. The ultimate result can be poor mental functioning, premature aging and susceptibility to illness. Although there are many B-12 supplements available, few offer TriVita Sublingual B-12’s robust selection of vitamins, including: • B-12 • B-6 • Biotin • Folic Acid These four essential nutrients combined offer a fast, efficient way for the body to restore and maintain crucial Vitamin B-12 levels. This process begins by building and delivering protein to vital organs.

Folic acid plays a crucial, early role in this process. Vitamin B-6 helps take protein into the liver and kidneys.

Biotin moves the protein from the liver to heart and brain. Vitamin B-12 “locks in” the protein delivery process after all key vitamins have reached the brain.

These four nutrients help make TriVita’s Sublingual B-12 the “complete” B vitamin. Plus, our original patented sublingual (under the tongue) delivery system is still the best available.

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Cheryl Tiegs

loves wellness –

and TriVita

This supermodel’s own health challenge makes her a passionate advocate for Nopalea™

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upermodel/Entrepreneur Cheryl Tiegs was in Canada when she first heard about a company called TriVita, and a wellness drink sensation called Nopalea.

“I couldn’t sleep because of hip pain, and happened to see a Nopalea infomercial at 3 in the morning,” she recalls. The message about pain and inflammation hit home for this international celebrity, because her pain had already cut into her favorite outdoor activity, hiking. Intrigued, she started to research both TriVita and Nopalea.

“I met with Michael Ellison, TriVita’s CEO, and was so impressed with his vision of bringing wellness to the world,”

Cheryl enthuses. That unique vision, coupled with the anti-inflammatory wellness drink that had already changed the lives of so many, convinced Cheryl to take the Nopalea Wellness Challenge for herself.

She began with the Loading Phase (90-180 ml daily or more as needed; for her it was 226 ml of Nopalea daily).

Soon the pain in her hip began to ease, to the point where “the pain went away; it doesn’t hurt at all – gone!” And then it was easy to make another kind of decision, a business decision: of all the wellness companies courting her to represent their products, Cheryl knew that TriVita was her natural partner.

“I urge everyone… to take the Challenge”

Today, Cheryl is TriVita’s spokeswoman, starring in her own Nopalea TV shows.

And she’s personally leading a campaign to get people to take the Nopalea Wellness Challenge. “I urge everyone suffering from pain and inflammation to take the Challenge as I did.” (For details on joining Cheryl in the Nopalea Wellness Challenge, see below.)

You don’t have to be a supermodel, a rock star or a celebrity of any kind to experience the difference that Nopalea can make. “Join me; take the Nopalea Wellness Challenge!” urges Cheryl.

“Nopalea works, and I hope you discover what it can do for you, too.”

Join Cheryl Tiegs and take the Nopalea ™ Wellness Challenge!

How great will you feel in 60 days?

Join supermodel Cheryl Tiegs – and people everywhere – in the Nopalea Wellness Challenge, and challenge yourself to experience greater wellness. Here’s how it works: • Drink 90 to 180 ml of Nopalea each day for a full 60 days • Track your progress from start to finish Nopalea works! Let it work for you the way it works for Cheryl Tiegs… and tell everyone you know who suffers from pain-causing, chronic inflammation.

How great will you feel in 60 days? Find out!

Results may vary depending upon your body’s inflammation-fighting needs. Most people achieve optimal results after 60 days. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Consult your healthcare provider if symptoms last longer than two weeks.

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Why you need to take

the Nopalea™ Loading Phase

By Brazos Minshew, TriVita’s Chief Science Officer You can’t put out a forest fire with a single pail of water. Likewise, you can’t break the cycle of inflammation with a single serving of Nopalea.

The Bioflavonoids in Nopalea are anti-inflammatory – as such, they help ease the fire of inflammation. But how much Nopalea do you need? That depends: How big is the fire you are trying to put out?

We need to meet the level of inflammation in our body with an equivalent force of anti-inflammatory Bioflavonoids from Nopalea. We must ease inflammation with a Nopalea Loading Phase.

Here is how the Nopalea Loading Phase works:

The cycle of inflammation

Inflammation in your body is like a campfire: when properly contained, it is useful for warming your body and cooking your food. However, when even a single ember escapes the hearth and remains unquenched, it can smoulder and spread until it burns down an entire forest!

Runaway inflammation persists long after the cause has been removed. The same level of anti-inflammatory nutrients that will balance daily trauma, toxins, deficiency and stress will not “put out the fire” of runaway inflammation.

The Nopalea Loading Phase

We are a people on fire: we typically have runaway inflammation raging in one or more places of our bodies. And if our inflamed condition is greater in size and intensity, we will need a REALLY SIGNIFICANT RESPONSE to help put out the fire.

1. Pre-Evaluation: Before taking Nopalea for the first time, record your level of pain and rate the discomfort you feel.

Also, look at things you may not readily associate with inflammation. For example, how well are you sleeping?

2. Complete the Loading Phase: Drink 90 to 180 ml of chilled Nopalea every day for 60 days.

3. Post-Evaluation: After 60 days, assess how you feel in comparison to before you started the Loading Phase.

Most people find a significant difference.

Keep following the Loading Phase directions until the cycle of inflammation is eased in your body. Remember, only YOU know how much Nopalea you will need or how LONG you will need to continue the Loading Phase.

• If you think you need more – take more.

• If you think you need to continue the Loading Phase beyond 60 days – then keep doing it.

Trust your instinct because only you can tell when the cycle of inflammation in your body is broken.

This article is intended for educational purposes only.

Nopalea™ Success Stories “For many years I had severe pain from a joint condition. I have tried various natural remedies with very little result. The Nopalea Loading Phase helped me feel better in so many ways.”

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“Since I’ve been on the Nopalea Loading Phase, I no longer have pain and soreness.”

Roberta B. – ITBO* – Gladesville, NSW, AUS

“I strongly believe in the power of Nopalea. I suffer from chronically stiff, swollen and aching joints. After being on the Nopalea Loading Phase I have much more flexibility and less pain.”

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Legendary supermodel

WELLNESS SPOTLIGHT

Cheryl Tiegs’

triumph over inflammation Cheryl is active and hiking again, thanks to Nopalea™

S

ince her first magazine cover at the age of 17, Cheryl Tiegs’ dazzling look and smile have made her an iconic All-American beauty. She became the world’s very first supermodel, then went on to create a multi-million-dollar beauty and fashion empire. Cheryl has also worked hard to maintain her health.

She watches what she eats and stays active. However, her constantly on-themove lifestyle was nearly sidetracked by major hip pain.

“Not so long ago, I suffered from severe inflammation,” recalls Cheryl. “My hip got so bad I stopped hiking. I would wake up in the morning and want to exercise, but I knew my hip was going to hurt afterwards, and I wouldn’t be able to sleep, so I stopped hiking.”

Searching for solutions That was a major concern for Cheryl because hiking is her passion. She has trekked all over the world, including Africa, Mexico’s Copper Canyon, the Arctic, even the Inca Trail in Peru. But then she could no longer even handle a short hike in the areas around her Los Angeles home. “I tried a lot of things to ease the pain, but nothing seemed to work.”

Inflammation had become a chronic problem for Cheryl, but when she was told that hip replacement was the only option, she was determined to find another solution. “I did a huge amount of research,” Cheryl says, “which is how I found out about Michael Ellison, the founder of TriVita. I discovered that it was his love of the Sonoran Desert and its people that 0800-451-569

led to the creation of Nopalea, the antiinflammatory wellness drink.”

A natural approach Cheryl is a skeptic, so even after ordering Nopalea, it sat on her kitchen counter until she decided to try it. Cheryl started on the Nopalea Loading Phase (for her, 226 ml a day), and her pain gradually diminished within a month. She was equally thrilled to once again lace up her hiking boots. “My only regret is that I waited so long to try it,” she states.

Nopalea has made a huge difference for Cheryl, and she wants to share it with as many people as she can. That starts with her 87-year-old mom who “loves it,” as well as many friends who suffer from pain and inflammation. Cheryl is regularly featured in Nopalea TV programming, which is broadcast throughout North America.

So, Cheryl is now in the enviable position of basking in her newfound good health. “It’s incredible that something as delicious and natural as Nopalea got me on my feet again,” she exclaims. “My energy is back, I sleep more soundly and I just feel better. I encourage everyone to give Nopalea a try. Take the Nopalea Wellness Challenge, just like I did.

Now I have the good health and energy to enjoy exciting adventures and conquer new trails.”

For more on how you can join Cheryl in the Nopalea Wellness Challenge, see page 8.

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Keep pounds down as the years add up

By Eric Grief, M.D.

Three simple ways to stay youthfully trim

H

ave you noticed your waistline expanding with age? This expansion results from gaining fat around your mid-section. Fat accumulation usually means your body is releasing too much insulin, a protein released from the pancreas gland.

Unfortunately, in excessive amounts, insulin promotes the storage of fat.

Eric Grief, M.D. Eric Michael Grief, M.D., is a 20-year family physician based in Thornhill, Ontario, Canada. His book, “Get Diagnosed Fast!”, is available at publishamerica.com.

The solution lies in three simple things: the foods we eat, the timing of our food consumption and staying relaxed.

1. The foods we eat All sugars are not equal. For example, drinking a glass of orange juice provides a boost of energy. This short-lived boost of sugar energy can cause your pancreas to overreact and release too much insulin. Unless you burn the sugar energy soon after drinking the juice, the juice can turn to fat! Consuming sugar earlier in the day gives you the chance to use it for your activities.

Choosing foods and drink that keep sugar levels low is vital to losing fat around the midsection. Some examples are fish, chicken, tofu, lentils, lean beef and avocado. Most vegetables like broccoli, cucumber, cauliflower, onion, lettuce and mushrooms also promote fat loss by keeping sugar levels low.

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2. When we eat By eating small amounts frequently throughout the day, your body’s metabolic machinery can stay active. On the other hand, if you skip breakfast, eat a small amount at noon and fill up later in the evening, this is a good way to gain fat around your mid-section. Skipping breakfast leaves your body’s metabolic machinery in “sleep mode.” Try to eat at least three hours before bed. If you do snack late, then choose a protein like a few almonds or some avocado and cucumber.

3. Staying relaxed A restful sleep and a low-stress approach to life help to lose fat. Sleep helps the gut release a chemical messenger called leptin, a hormone that turns off your appetite for food. Inadequate leptin levels can cause you to be too hungry and make it more difficult to choose food and drink wisely.

Relaxing exercise that stretches and opens up your body’s muscles and tissues helps you release fat better. Deep breathing, gentle stretching movements and walking are all good.

This article is intended for educational purposes only.

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Real Stories from

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You can share the benefits, too

Join the many thousands who’ve discovered wellness solutions from TriVita, and see how they can help you enjoy greater health and wellness.

Look what TriVita products have done for them!

“I am brighter, more energised and my attitude is far more positive.”

“TriVita’s Sublingual B-12 has been brilliant in eliminating the brain fog that comes with my serious condition.

I was under even more stress when the massive floods struck Australia and I lost my business. I now regularly take both Sublingual B-12 and Nopalea.

I am brighter, more energised and my attitude is far more positive.”

Barbara M. – ITBO* – Auckland, QLD, AUS

“I am now sleeping like a top...”

“I started taking the Nopalea Loading Phase several months ago. My feet have been sore and either too hot or too cold for a long time and this has kept me awake at night and driven me nuts for years. What seems like a fairly ordinary health challenge has thrown my body clock out entirely with resulting lack of energy and inability to focus during each and every day. I’m happy to tell you after 0800-451-569

two months of loading up with Nopalea I am now sleeping like a top and feel full of vim again during daylight hours.

Paul R. – ITBO* – Hallet Cove, SA, AUS

“I felt great every day, never missed a day of work or any family or social events.”

“As soon as I start to feel a cold coming on I add TriVita’s Vital C Crystal Powder to my daily routine for a few days and that is all I need. There have been times I was under more work stress than ever before and when co-workers were sick and miserable with the flu I felt great every day, never missed a day of work or any family or social events because I didn’t feel well.

I am now retired from corporate life and my wife and I enjoy ourselves, enjoy helping others and never experience any sick time. Thank you TriVita!”

“I really feel that Energy Now! has given me more energy than most of the friends my age.”

“I have been using Energy Now! for more than a year.

I have a very hectic schedule at work and noticed that I had been wearing down by the end of the day. I decided to add Energy Now! to my daily Sublingual B-12, and what a difference it has made. I’m able to get up early, go to the gym, go to work, and then come home and work in my yard and house. I really feel that Energy Now! has given me more energy than most of the friends my age. I love it and I don’t ever go without it. Energy Now! is just awesome.”

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E ATING

HE ALTHY

By Christa Orecchio

AC ROS S TH E S E D A C DE

D

id you know that metabolism slows down 5-10% every decade past the 20s? While that may seem like a daunting statistic, you can adjust to the changes that time brings and fuel your body for vibrant good health.

Age 50+ Christa Orecchio

Christa Orecchio is a Certified Clinical Nutritionist and Holistic Health Counseller. She is also the founder and owner of The Whole Journey, a clinical nutrition and health practice located in Encinitas, CA, USA.

Supplementation is essential after 50 because it becomes more difficult to absorb and digest proteins and minerals. Without a bit of help, this can lead to a variety of ailments such as fatigue, osteoporosis and other chronic illness.

Take necessary precautions with these essential nutrients and dietary tips.

1: Vitamin B-12: Insufficient Vitamin B-12 levels can lead to fatigue, brain fog and a higher risk of heart disease. Vitamin B-12 is particularly hard to absorb as we age, so a sublingual supplement is suggested.

2: Magnesium and calcium: Both of these

are essential to protect against osteopenia (pre-osteoporosis) and osteoporosis.

Magnesium is essential to your cellular health. Supplementing with 400 milligrams of magnesium citrate is a good way to go.

Calcium needs increase by 20% after age 50; 1200 milligrams is a good dose. Dark leafy greens like kale and collard greens, and sea vegetables like kelp and nori provide high amounts of both nutrients.

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3: Vitamin D: Not only is Vitamin D critical

for bone health, but it also decreases the chance of breast cancer. The most concentrated sources of natural Vitamin D are fatty fishes like tuna, herring, mackerel, salmon, sardines and anchovies, as well as egg yolks.

Alternatively, a Vitamin D supplement is a great choice.

4: Betaine hydrochloride: Our bodies digest

food less efficiently as we age because stomach acid declines. Betaine hydrochloride can support digestion when taken with meals and may be taken along with digestive enzymes.

5: Protein: Include adequate protein in

your diet (100 grams per day). Choose foods that are rich in high-quality protein, such as organic eggs, free-range poultry and lamb, and ocean wild-caught fish. Protein deficiency can cause decreased muscle mass, fatigue and mental fog.

Talk with a Wellness Consultant at 0800-451-569 to find out which TriVita products could help address your supplementation needs.

Age 25-40

This is the time of life when people need to work harder to balance their stress hormones because building a career, starting a family and other life stressors are at their highest.

Individuals in this age range should safeguard trivita.com

Thoughts on themselves against adrenal fatigue or burnout. Potassium is a great nutrient for the adrenal glands. These foods are highest in potassium: Swiss chard, kelp, sunflower seeds, almonds, raisins, parsley, figs, avocados, yams and pecans.

healthy aging…

Try this dish as a way to get a heavy dose of B vitamins, antioxidants, calcium, magnesium and trace minerals.

This article is intended for educational purposes only.

Asian Salad with Sesame Crusted Chicken

For the Chicken Ingredients 6 skinless, organic boneless chicken breast halves (750 g total) 2 large eggs 6 ml Himalayan pink salt 250 ml sesame seeds (we used a mixture of black and white seeds) 60 ml grapeseed oil Gluten-free bread crumbs Pepper to taste

“Anyone who stops learning is old, whether at twenty or eighty. Anyone who keeps learning stays young. The greatest thing in life is to keep your mind young.” – Henry Ford “Age is an issue of mind over matter. If you don’t mind, it doesn’t matter.” – Mark Twain

Preparation If chicken breasts are more than 12.7 mm thick, put them between 2 sheets of plastic wrap and gently pound with the flat side of a meat pounder or with a rolling pin until they’re 12.7 mm thick. Whisk together eggs in a shallow dish. Put sesame seeds, gluten free bread crumbs, salt and pepper in another shallow dish.

Dry the chicken on paper towels. Dip first in egg, then in sesame seed mixture.

Heat oil in a 304 mm heavy skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking. Reduce heat to moderate and cook 3 pieces of chicken, turning over once with tongs, until coating is golden and chicken is cooked through, 10 to 12 minutes, then transfer to a plate. Remove any browned sesame seeds from skillet, and cook remaining chicken.

Asian Salad

Asian Dressing

Ingredients Napa cabbage, sliced thin Baby spinach and/or mixed greens Sliced almonds, lightly toasted 1 red pepper, roasted and skinned

Ingredients 1 shallot 1 clove garlic Juice of 1 lime 63 ml minced cilantro 40 ml toasted sesame oil 40 ml fish sauce

Slice chicken and place on atop of salad, then add dressing.

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“None are so old as those who have outlived enthusiasm.” – Henry David Thoreau “Aging is not lost youth but a new stage of opportunity and strength.” – Betty Friedan “Those who love deeply never grow old; they may die of old age, but they die young.”

– Ben Franklin

“We don’t stop playing because we grow old.

We grow old because we stop playing.”

– George Bernard Shaw

“For the unlearned, old age is winter; for the learned, it is the season of the harvest.” – Hasidic saying “No one can avoid aging, but aging productively is something else.” – Katharine Graham “The aging process has you firmly in its grasp if you never get the urge to throw a snowball.”

– Doug Larson

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“DO’S” AND “DON’TS” for healthy energy How is your energy level?

The World Health Organisation (WHO) states that “Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. It is the ability to lead a socially and economically productive life.”

Does that describe you? Or, like many people throughout the world, are you just too tired to think about being socially and economically productive?

The scope of the problem If you feel too tired to do much more than read this article, then you have a serious energy problem. You don’t have to feel alone. Up to 85% of the people who visit a doctor for any reason also complain of being chronically tired. All of us deserve

the energy to dream and then have the energy to live those dreams. We want to feel our best every day... and it all begins with the food we eat.

Food and energy A balanced diet must include:

• 7 to 9 servings of fruit and vegetables (for adults)

• 30+ grams of high quality protein • 20 to 35 grams of fibre daily The dangers of energy or sports drinks Before the rise of energy or sports drinks, athletes (and the rest of us) drank water when we exercised or got sweaty. Now there’s a profusion of so-called energy drinks. Many are

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• Amino acids which help feed your body’s energy production cycle

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Inspire me

Odds and ends for a healthier you

Be a (body) clock watcher

Dear diary: zzzzzzzzzz

Are you a morning person? Then an a.m. workout is for you. If you come alive in the afternoon, that’s when you’ll have the most energy, and get the best benefit from your exercise program.

Having persistent sleep problems?

Schedule an appointment with your healthcare provider, and in the meantime keep a sleep diary. Include facts like when you go to bed, go to sleep and wake up, when you take naps, exercise, drink alcohol and caffeinated beverages.

Celebrate your spouse Have you hugged your spouse lately?

You should – marriage has been shown to improve health!

Benefits include increased longevity, reduced risk of depression and improved emotional health.

Feed your heart When going out to eat ask your server to substitute heart-healthy low-fat ingredients and to reduce the amount of salt in your meal. Also, avoid fried foods and get a broiled, baked or steamed dish instead.

Call on the classics Beethoven, anyone? Listening to classical music can help tune up your health. It’s been shown to promote relaxation, reduce stress, help lower blood pressure and even helped improve focus in children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.

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Make the switch Reduce your intake of refined carbohydrates by switching from refined grains to healthier whole grains. The refining process strips out nutrients as well as fibre. Refined grains include white rice, white flour and white bread.

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AGING WELL

How to avoid

TYPE 2 DIABETES

as you age

By Daniela Radulescu, M.D.

D

iabetes is one of the most studied chronic diseases of our time because it is reaching epidemic proportions throughout the world. In Type 2 diabetes, the more common type, the body has insufficient insulin, which is necessary to turn food into energy. Left untreated, this can lead to heart disease and stroke, mental decline or dementia, kidney failure and death. The positive news is that there are things you can do to avoid this disease.

Dr. Daniela Radulescu Daniela Radulescu, M.D., is a clinical research scientist in Sydney, Australia. She holds an advanced degree in molecular genetics, and has been involved in clinical research for investigational medicines for more than seven years.

Know your risk, know your options It’s important to know your risk factors of developing diabetes. Being over age 55 is a higher risk. Other risks include: being overweight; having a first-degree relative with diabetes; being sedentary; being in a high-risk ethnic population (such as Asian-American and Pacific Islander); being previously identified with pre-diabetes or impaired glucose tolerance or fasting glucose; having hypertension (high blood pressure) and high cholesterol.

If you’re at high risk for developing diabetes, you need to be screened regularly to detect pre-diabetes stages. If you already have an impaired glucose tolerance, your goal is to keep blood sugar levels as close to normal as possible. Here’s where lifestyle changes can make a big difference.

Not easy, but simple: diet and exercise The key to preventing diabetes is the two “gold” principles: a healthy, balanced diet and physical exercise.

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Diet specifics in diabetes prevention Several studies have shown that increased intake of whole grains and dietary fibre can reduce the risk of diabetes. Whole grain foods have been associated with improved insulin sensitivity, independent of body weight, and dietary fibre has been associated with improved insulin sensitivity and improved ability to secrete insulin adequately to overcome insulin resistance.

The importance of exercise Exercise training can bring many benefits to older adults: better breathing and fitness, lower risk factors for atherosclerosis (“hardening of the arteries”), better retention of lean body mass, reduced visceral abdominal fat and improved insulin sensitivity.

It is important to stick to a regular exercise program, but beforehand discuss it with your doctor, especially if you have other associated diseases like coronary heart disease or hypertension.

The goal is to be engaged in physical activity in which you build up a sweat, like brisk walking or swimming, for at least 30 minutes per day, three times per week if your health permits.

These simple guidelines can make a huge difference in health, independence and quality of life for anyone, no matter the age or condition.

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HEALTHY - OR NOT -

in Australia & New Zealand How’s our health? In some ways super; in others, not so much, according to the latest statistics available. Here are some quick snapshots of the health trends for Australia and New Zealand:

5.1 YEARS – The increase in Australian life expectancy between 1989 and 2009. For women now, the average is 84 years; for men, 79.5 years. This is one of the highest life expectancies in the world. In New Zealand, women live to an average of 82.7 years; men, 78.8 years. The explanation: a reduction in the infant mortality rate, the rapid decline in infectious diseases and improvement in diseases of the circulatory system.

Lighting up is going down. Tobacco SMOKING has been declining steadily, now at 17% for those 15 and over who smoke daily in Australia. In New Zealand, the rate is 18%. The only nations with lower rates of smoking are the U.S. and Sweden.

Cheers? Some may not toast this statistic: Australians age 15 and over drink 10.3 litres of alcohol per person, per year. Only the United Kingdom has a higher rate of alcohol consumption at 10.8 litres. In New Zealand, the figure is 9.5 litres.

Who’s more OBESE? New Zealanders, at 26.5% (only the U.S. has a higher rate: 34%). Australians weigh in at 24.6%.

Australians get more exercise than New Zealanders, according to the latest report. While almost 38% of Aussies were found to lead inactive lives,the figure for New Zealand was higher, at almost 48%.

84.6 – That’s the lowest “health risk factor” score among nations surveyed, and the winner is Canada.

Health risk factors group together trends in smoking, alcohol consumption, obesity and lack of exercise. Australia turns in a respectable score of 89.5; New Zealand, 101.5, and the top (worst) score? The United Kingdom, at 119.5.

TriVita’s Healthcare Professionals Brazos Minshew is TriVita’s Chief Science Officer, in charge of formulating the best new supplements possible. He is dedicated to bringing greater health and wellness to TriVita Members. He combines an extensive background in medical science, naturopathy and alternative treatments to create lifestyle and nutritional solutions to prevalent health challenges.

Scott Conard, M.D., DABFM, FAAFP, has more than 20 years of successful clinical practice, research and leadership experience. Through his Texas-based, USA practice and books he’s authored, he empowers people to take control of their health.

Medical Advisory Board TriVita created a Medical Advisory Board to assist our efforts in staying abreast of current scientific developments and to provide input on the latest, most effective testing methods.

Samuel N. Grief, M.D., FCFP Named one of “Chicago’s Top Doctors” in 2012, Dr. Grief is Medical Director at the University of Illinois, USA. He received his medical degree from McGill University in Montreal, Quebec.

Tammy Pon, M.D. A functional medicine physician, Dr. Pon received her medical degree from the University of Texas in Houston, USA. She completed specialty training in Healthy Aging.

Mark Mattie, M.D., Ph.D. Currently the Director of Research at the University of Bridgeport, Dr. Mattie trained and practiced medicine at Yale New Haven Medical Center, USA. Daniela Radulescu, M.D. Dr. Radulescu is a clinical research scientist in Sydney, Australia. She holds an advanced degree in molecular genetics, and has been involved in clinical research for investigational medicines.

Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics data.

Australia’s Health 2012, report by Australian Institute of Health and Welfare.

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FITNESS ZONE

Pilates at home: is it for you?

By Linda Hertzberg

Linda Hertzberg Linda Hertzberg is a fitness director and trainer in Scottsdale, AZ, USA. She holds a bachelor’s degree in biology, and is certified in several fitness disciplines by ACE (American Council on Exercise), as well as being a Certified Pilates Trainer.

P

ilates has become a fitness phenomenon. In the last 20 years, this system of exercises has gone from obscurity to being a universally-recognised form of training with highly-trained instructors all over the globe (including me). In a very small nutshell, the goal of Pilates is to strengthen and align your body.

have healthier movement patterns and fewer injuries.

Pilates was developed decades ago by Joseph Pilates, a German immigrant. Joe was a boxer and circus performer with an intelligent curiosity about how human bodies move.

This self-educated athlete invented equipment that helped him rehabilitate injured people in the United Kingdom in the 1920s. In 1925 he brought his experience and ideas to New York, where he and his wife Clara opened a studio that operated until 1966.

You can purchase Pilates DVDs for home use or you can find a professional to guide you. Here are three Pilates exercises you can try at home.

Spinal mobility & strength

Sit on the floor with knees bent, pull your belly in and exhale as you roll your torso back and rotate torso to the right. Look back and reach one arm back as the other arm reaches forward. Inhale, sit up. Alternate sides 10 times.

Your spine is meant to flex forward, back, sideways and rotate, so it’s important that you do exercises that increase your strength and mobility in all of these directions to maintain youthful suppleness. One more important way to move your spine is sequentially, bone by bone from the skull down and from the tail up. This process is called “spinal articulation.”

Pilates is known for exercises that mobilise your spine in all these ways.

Body awareness: key to preventing Injury

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The importance of breathing

Breathing connects the muscular core of your torso to your spine, infusing your body with oxygen, getting it ready for action. Be aware of your breathing during every exercise to maximise results.

1. Pilates rollback

Sit on the floor with knees bent, pull your belly in and exhale as you roll your torso back with arms reaching forward. Inhale to roll up to sitting position. Repeat 10 times.

2. Pilates rollback with rotation

3. Hip lifts with spinal articulation

Lie on your back with knees bent. Exhale, tilt your pubic bone up and press your low back into the floor. Hips, then torso, curl off the floor without arching your low back. Inhale.

Your head, shoulders, feet and hands are on the floor. Exhale as you articulate your spine downward. Repeat 10 times.

Consult with your healthcare provider before beginning any exercise program.

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Pilates rollback

Pilates rollback with rotation

Hip lifts with spinal articulation

How exercise (a little) can lengthen your life (a lot) Would you devote 15 minutes a day to living 3 years longer? You might, after seeing the results of this major study:

esearchers in Taiwan found that compared to people who enjoy little or no exercise, those who engaged in physical • Ractivity for just 15 minutes a day lived up to 3 years longer. study tracked the activities of over 400,000 people over the course of 8 years.

• TThe hose who exercised an average of 92 minutes per week had a 14% lower risk of death, and a 10% lower risk of cancer, • c ompared to the “inactive” group.

• Researchers likened the benefits of exercise to giving up smoking.

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Low Vitamin B-12 levels linked to mental impairment, neurodegenerative diseases Melbourne, VIC, AUS

Researchers from the University of Melbourne reviewed 43 Vitamin B-12 studies and found that overall, low B-12 levels are associated with neurodegenerative disease (conditions that affect brain cells) and cognitive (mental) impairment.

Vitamin B-12 levels in the subclinical low-normal range were associated with Alzheimer’s disease, vascular dementia and Parkinson’s disease. B-12 deficiency was associated with cognitive impairment.

Scientists found that vegetarianism and metformin use (a diabetes medication) contributed to reduced B-12 levels and could independently increase the risk of cognitive impairment.

The scientists also analysed the data to determine if B-12 therapy can help with cognitive impairment and dementia. They found that a small subset of dementias could be reversed with B-12 therapy, but it does not improve mental performance in patients without a pre-existing deficiency. .............................................................................................

“Social jetlag” can contribute to obesity Munich, GER

Hectic work and leisure schedules that interfere with people’s biological rhythms can lead to obesity, according to research from Ludwig-Maximilians University in Munich.

“Our surveys suggest that in Western societies two-thirds of the population are burdened with a significant discrepancy between their internal time and the demands imposed by school and work schedules and leisure stress,” said Professor Till Roenneberg, who designated the phenomenon “social jetlag.”

Social jetlag often leads to lack of sleep, which is associated with obesity. Social jetlag in general is strongly associated with increased body mass index (BMI). Additionally, if lifestyle is persistently out of sync with the biological clock, it increases the risk of adverse health conditions such as high blood pressure and even cancer. The scientists report that the incidence of social jetlag is increasing. .............................................................................................

Dark chocolate may protect against heart attack and stroke Melbourne, VIC, AUS

Heart patients who eat 100 grams of dark chocolate with 70% or higher cocoa content per day may lower their risk of heart attack and stroke, said researchers at Monash University in Melbourne, Australia.

“Our findings indicate dark chocolate therapy could provide an alternative to or be used to complement drug therapeutics in people at high risk of cardiovascular disease,” said lead researcher Ella Zomer.

“We’re not suggesting that the high-risk group use dark chocolate as their only preventive measure, but in combination with sensible choices such as exercise.”

Zomer and colleagues predicted that daily chocolate consumption could prevent 70 non-fatal and 15 fatal cardiovascular events per 10,000 people over a 10-year period. High-cocoa chocolate contains polyphenols which help reduce blood pressure and improve blood flow.

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FAMILY MATTERS

Digital brain damage: are you AT RISK?

When to use technology, when to lose it

By Sandra Chapman, Ph.D.

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ur digital culture is changing our brains, and the pervasive reliance on portable devices has caused a constant state of divided attention.

According to a recent study, 30% of 2-to-5year-olds know how to operate a smart phone or tablet computer and 61% can play a basic computer game. Statistics show more than one-third of smart phone users get online before getting out of bed, and adults are staring at screens for at least eight hours a day.

In this digital and device-driven age, technological advances have many benefits, of course, giving us immediate access to massive amounts of information. Technology improves eye-hand coordination, increases reaction time, and enhances our ability to pick out details from clutter.

errors. Multitasking also leads to the buildup of cortisol, the stress hormone.

If you’re immersed in the digital domain, technology is rewiring your brain daily to make you more addicted to being distracted.

Just like your brain’s response to a drug, dopamine (a chemical messenger) is released in response to technological “pings,” such as text or email alerts. Dopamine cells respond to a reward primarily when it occurs unpredictably. Since our brains want to repeat the feelings of pleasure triggered by dopamine, one technological “ping” may produce a greater desire for the next.

Bottom line: while technology can boost your brainpower, it can also impair the normal function of your brain.

Tips to reduce the damage

• Practice interval training: spend 15 minutes using technology and 15 minutes without.

But it isn’t all positive. Research shows we are exposed to three times more information today than four decades ago.

This information overload leads to more multitasking as we toggle back and forth between projects, switching between our computer and cell phone endlessly throughout the day.

• Shut off your cell phone, turn off the

Dying brain cells, more errors

• Challenge yourself to ignore the “ping”

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computer and limit your use of technology to certain hours of the day.

• Try to restrict your technology time in the

evenings to allow your brain to calm down before sleep. For example, silence your cell phone 30 minutes before bed or do not bring your cell phone into your bedroom. of text messages or email alerts.

Sandra Chapman, Ph.D. Sandra Bond Chapman, Ph.D., is founder and chief director of the Center for BrainHealth at The University of Texas at Dallas, USA. An acclaimed cognitive neuroscientist, Dr. Chapman is committed to discovering ways to build resilience, regain cognitive function and retrain the brain to maximise the amazing potential of this remarkable organ.

This article is intended for educational purposes only.

Know when to use technology and when to lose it. Doing so will better your brain’s health.

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VITAMIN C:

There’s more Vitamin C in 1 serving of Vital C than in 4.53 kilograms of oranges!

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e know that Vitamin C is vitally important to our health. What many don’t know is the crucial role that this essential vitamin plays in body processes and our cellular health.

Vitamin C helps provide strong protection against the stresses, pressures and pollutants of everyday life. High levels of Vitamin C are necessary to help shore up the body’s defence systems and remove harmful toxins contained in our air, our water and our food which can lead to illness.

Medical research showed that C was a powerful ally in fighting colds, aiding heart health, digestive function and blood sugar balance. TriVita is proud to offer the only brand available that uses the original crystalline structured Vitamin C formula.

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For the best benefit, you deserve the best formulation Why we need Vitamin C from outside sources Because the body can’t manufacture or store Vitamin C, we must get this vitamin in other ways, and we need a new supply every day. It’s hard to get adequate amounts from fruits and vegetables alone, so we need to supplement with Vitamin C every day.

Only the best Vitamin C will do For maximum results, you need a superior Vitamin C supplement that provides maximum absorption for quicker results, greater potency for stronger health support and a non- acidic formulation that won’t upset the stomach.

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TriVita’s Vital C helps to: • Build your body’s defences by supporting the immune system, neutralising free radicals, mobilising white blood cells and protecting vitamins and other nutrients from oxidation.

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• Boost your body’s energy production by strengthening cellular integrity.

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WELLNESS SPOTLIGHT

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This Queensland, AUS resident was diagnosed with an autoimmune condition that affects the brain and spinal cord. Her treatment involved both oral and injectable steroids. “My condition deteriorated so badly that I went blind in one eye twice over the years,” Sally remembers.

“In the last three years I have also had two knee reconstructions, injections in my joints and I have been on every pain medication you could imagine.”*

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Now Sally’s morning ritual includes a trip to the refrigerator to get her first delicious serving of Nopalea. She then “pops” a Sublingual B-12 tablet. “I feel so alive when I take these two products together,” says Sally. “I can’t imagine starting my day without taking both. Now I’ve added Vital C™ Crystal Powder and Tablets to the mix, and my skin looks and feels so much better. Energy Now!® also really rejuvenates me.”

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FAMILY MATTERS

grandparents What we love about them

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randparents so special, as you know if you have one or are one yourself. They have an honoured place in the family tree; here are just a few of the reasons they are so loved.

Provide family history and cultural heritage: Grandparents help keep family history alive. They are in the unique position of knowing more about family history than anyone else. When they pass this knowledge on, it provides a sense of continuity and history in our lives.

Undivided attention: Often retired, grandparents can give the undivided attention to their grandchildren that they couldn’t give to their own children due to work and other commitments.

Skills and knowledge: With a lifetime of skills and knowledge under their belts, grandparents can teach their grandchildren things that they would never learn in school.

Willingness/ability to travel: Many times, grandparents have more availability than timeand money-strapped parents and can take grandchildren on trips. These can be day trips, overnight adventures and even longer summer getaways.

Buffer: Grandparents can often be that buffer between parents and (typically) teenage children, offering wisdom and advice that children usually won’t take from their parents.

Make a great audience: When grandkids have a poem to recite or a musical instrument to play, grandparents can be counted on to watch, listen and applaud with enthusiasm.

They’ve got the goods on mom and dad: Gram and Gramps have the best stories to tell about their own kids; stories the grandkids would never hear from their parents!

Food: Nothing beats the taste of grandma’s homemade food.

And when we’re sick, her homemade soup is instrumental in making us feel better.

Help kids earn a buck: Sometimes grandparents will pay their grandkids to do chores around their house – and it’s usually more than their average allowance.

Care packages: When grandparents live far away or when their grandkids go off to school, they can be counted on to send letters and care packages full of all sorts of goodies.

They love to spoil us: Enough said!

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The

Beauty of

HEALTH

TRIVITA EXCLUSIVE

with Cheryl Tiegs

What she eats every day for everyday vitality

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ou might not know that I had a weight issue, but I did, in my early 20s. That’s when my metabolism changed, but my teenage eating patterns didn’t.

So I sought out expert nutritional help, and I’ve applied that knowledge to my everyday eating ever since.

I learned portion control, and how good foods can fuel the body. I also stopped eating sweets, period. It wasn’t easy, but I did it cold turkey and after six months, it clicked in.

Here’s the daily meal routine that keeps me feeling healthy and energised: Breakfast: Two pieces of sprouted grain bread with a no-fat, no-cholesterol buttery spread, and green tea.

Sprouted grain bread is different from ordinary bread: Grains and seeds are allowed to sprout, or germinate, before baking.

This produces more vitamins, minerals, protein and fibre than “enriched” bread. You can find sprouted grain bread in the frozen section of health food stores. Green tea, of course, is loaded with antioxidants that are said to help protect against cancer, blood clots and hardening of the arteries.

Lunch: Protein in the form of lean meat, chicken or fish, always grilled or baked, plus a salad and vegetables. My salads are always

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fresh, leafy greens like Bibb lettuce and arugula. I try to be aware of how much oil and fat I’m consuming, so for salad dressing, I drizzle on a tablespoon of olive oil with some white wine vinegar or lemon, and salt and pepper.

Whatever fresh vegetable I’m eating – broccoli, green beans, cauliflower or asparagus – I lightly steam it so it’s a little crunchy. Then I add a tiny bit of salt and pepper, and that’s all.

Dinner: My dinner is a lighter version of my lunch, just with different proteins and vegetables to keep things interesting.

Nutritionists say that a big meal at the end of the day is bad for our metabolism and our sleep, so I like to have my biggest meal at lunch.

My challenge tip:

Potato chips are my weakness. I just don’t keep them in the house. Whatever your weakness is, just get it out of there.

If it’s not good for you, it’s not good for your family.

Cheryl Tiegs Cheryl Tiegs is an internationally-recognised supermodel, designer, author, businesswoman, public speaker and avid spokeswoman for health and fitness.

Cheryl personifies healthy living and the beauty of health.

Do you have a question for Cheryl about healthy living?

Write to: askCheryl@trivita.com, and your question may be featured in an upcoming column.

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EMOTIONAL WELLNESS

Are you at risk for

depression?

“Remember no matter what… How good it is or how bad it is… it won’t last. Life is forever changing… this too shall pass.” ~ Anonymous

By Dr. Judy

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ife is full of stressful situations and feeling down from time to time is a normal part of life. But when sadness or the feeling of emptiness turns into despair and won’t go away, it may be depression.

The lows of depression make it hard to function and may interfere with your ability to work, study, eat, sleep and have fun. Just getting through the day can be overwhelming.

Judy Ellison, Ph.D. Judy Ellison, Ph.D., is a psychologist, author and motivational speaker.

She has inspired people around the world to reach within and find their passionate purpose to live a more meaningful life. To read more from Dr. Judy, check out her blog in the Wellness Center on trivita.com.

This article is intended for educational purposes only.

Depression is more common among women than among men. Biological, life cycle, hormonal and psychosocial factors unique to women may be linked to women’s higher depression rate. However, depression varies from person to person.

• Appetite or weight changes. A loss of appetite or you can’t stop eating.

• Anger or irritability. More irritable, shorttempered, or aggressive.

• Loss of energy. Fatigue and overwhelming exhaustion.

• Reckless behaviour. Drinking too much alcohol and/or other irresponsible behaviours.

• Concentration problems. Trouble focusing, making decisions and remembering things.

• Unexplained aches and pains. Increased physical complaints such as headaches and backaches.

• You have thoughts that life isn’t worth living. Seek professional help immediately.

Having some of these symptoms from time to time is normal but if you have several symptoms, (and if these symptoms become overwhelming and disabling,) you should seek outside help.

No matter how hopeless you may feel right now you can get better. Feeling better takes time, but you can get there if you have the right treatment plan. The best plan involves professional help, self-help, and lifestyle changes.

Symptoms to watch for

These self-help tips can help you during your recovery: Cultivate supportive relationships; challenge negative thinking; get regular exercise; eat a healthy, mood-boosting diet; aim for 8 hours of sleep; practice relaxation techniques.

Even if you’re receiving professional help, these tips can be part of your treatment plan, speeding your recovery and preventing depression from returning.

• Loss of interest in daily activities. No interest in hobbies, pastimes, social activities that use to give you pleasure.

• Feelings of hopelessness. A negative outlook – nothing ever will get better.

• Sleep changes. Either insomnia or oversleeping.

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your body, His Temple – 1 Cor. 6:19-20

God readies us for every battle

By Chaplain Donna Kafer

“Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; For You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me”. ~ Psalm 23:4

W

hen a master forger plunges a steel blade from the fire into water, he is doing what is necessary to “temper” the steel. The blade is hammered, heated, straightened, sharpened, then cooled in water over and over until its creator determines it is fit for service. This process must take place so that the gleaming blade will be useful in battle.

Perhaps this is the way God works in our lives, straightening out the rough places, honing our edges, creating razor-sharp reflexes in our character to make us ready to engage in conflict.

We may not like the fire, nor the shock of the cold water, or the repeated times this must be done to help us withstand the barbs and arrows that we face, but the Master Forger knows best.

Hide in defeat? No: stand to conquer Often we resist the difficult places that we find ourselves, not understanding why we must face one more heartache, or yet another crushing blow. Most often our defence is to run away, to hide within ourselves, pulling the proverbial covers up over our heads in defeat. We forget that the Master Forger has given us the ability to stand up and face the enemy head on, that we have been equipped to fight.

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Do not faint away in distress, but remember who it is that holds the blade, the Powerful One who keeps you close to His side in the scabbard.

When He draws the sword, which is your life, a life he has tempered in the fire of victory, you cannot fail. He is your Champion, He is your Protector. It is He who leads the charge through the swirling haze of adversaries that seek to steal your peace and joy. Rejoice! For you have been given much in the way of meeting any formidable opponent, no matter what it may be that seeks to tear you asunder.

Donna Kafer

“Yet in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us.” ~ Romans 8:37 God uses troubles in our lives to teach us great lessons that we would never have learned otherwise. Our Lord regards these times not as difficulties, but rather as opportunities. The value of the lesson learned works a sweetness into our lives, and the glorious reward it leaves behind far surpasses the trial that we faced. God bestows a greater measure of divine grace upon us when we have descended into the valley of despair.

Donna Kafer, TriVita’s chaplain, has also served as chaplain to the Arizona (USA) State Legislature for 15 years. She has written two books, and has a third in progress.

Though the depth of sorrow overtake you, though you struggle with some fear, trust that the Father loves you, and that He is ever near.

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1. Scientifically Validated Formulas Our medical board uses their extensive health and nutrition knowledge to review proprietary TriVita supplements based on the latest scientific research and the health and wellness concerns of our Members.

2. Unique Delivery Systems Unlike other supplements that can be difficult to absorb, TriVita supplements are developed for maximum absorption and effect.

3. Controlled Laboratory Studies Signature products from TriVita undergo medical studies and trials at accredited universities and medical centers to ensure their effectiveness.

4. Purest Natural Ingredients TriVita uses the highest-quality essential nutrients available to create effective, body-friendly formulas without mood altering stimulants or harmful chemicals.

5. Pharmaceutical-Grade Quality We voluntarily adhere to the strict manufacturing guidelines of the Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

6. Third-Party Testing and Certification In addition to our own quality control, we commission third-party testing and research to guarantee that our products are full potency and meet all regulatory standards.

7. Quality-Controlled Packaging and Production 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.

8. Dedicated to Product Innovation TriVita’s commitment to science is a driving force behind our superior quality products, from formulation to production. Led by our Chief Science Officer and renowned nutraceutical pioneers, we put the utmost care into creating products that deliver positive and lifelong wellness experiences for our Members.

9. Medical Advisory Board TriVita’s advisory panel of Board Certified physicians provide us with the latest information on scientific developments and testing methods.

10. Complete Customer Satisfaction Guarantee We promise to provide the best customer experience possible and offer a 60-Day Money Back Guarantee on all of our products.

Director of Publications Pam Knox Creative Director Craig Hedges Production Manager Roger Barger Graphic Designers James Metcalf, Cheryl Earl Editorial Assistant Ginny Schoonaert Feature Writers Cheryl Romano; Heather Giedt; Steve Solomon Contributing Writers Brazos Minshew, Chief Science Officer Christa Orecchio, Certified Clinical Nutritionist Judy Ellison, Ph.D. Donna Kafer, Chaplain Scott Conard, M.D. Daniela Radulescu, M.D. Eric Grief, M.D. Sandra Chapman, Ph.D. Linda Hertzberg, ACE Certified Group Fitness Director Cheryl Tiegs, Spokeswoman

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WELLNESS SPOTLIGHT

Nopalea™ keeps

Marc moving “This product will always be vital to my continued health, mobility, strength and flexibility.”

M

arc W. is a highly-ranked martial artist whose body has been put to the test in many different situations. This 40-year-old Queensland, Australia native prides himself on his professional accomplishments. Yet his body can pay the price – one bruising session at a time.

Marc currently has a 4th degree red sash in Southern Praying Mantis Kung Fu and Tai Chi martial arts. He also is an acupuncturist with a Master’s degree from the University of Western Sydney.

“I have spent the last 18 years studying and practicing Chinese medicine and martial arts,” Marc says. “This can involve long hours on my feet while I teach or work in the clinic, and many hours of martial training that are physically and mentally taxing.”

Marc recently began noticing the first signs of aging and repetitive exercise.

This included pain and inflammation in his left shoulder and right elbow. He attempted some of the same treatments that had previously been so successful, including massage, acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine and liniments.

Unfortunately, this time around, the results weren’t nearly as good. Marc still suffered from low-grade aches in his shoulder and elbow. He was concerned that this prolonged pain and inflammation could affect his livelihood.

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“Loading up” on Nopalea Marc’s luck changed when his fiancée, Toni, decided to become an Independent TriVita Business Owner. “She strongly felt that I would benefit from the Nopalea Loading Phase,” Marc recalls. “Being in the natural healthcare industry, I was sceptical about Nopalea. There is always something coming out that’s the next ‘big thing’ for your health and well-being.”

“Initially I was taking a single 90 ml serving,” Marc admits, “but then Toni learned from people ‘in the know’ that I needed to be on the Loading Phase for at least 60 days.” He was pleasantly surprised by the results and experienced much less pain in both the shoulder and the elbow. “I noticed a major difference after drinking the larger amount,” Marc relates. “Once again I have not stopped any of my training, and the low-grade ache has also gone away. My range of motion is also normal, which is very important in the martial arts classroom. I can definitely say that this product will always be vital to my continued health, mobility, strength and flexibility.”

Building a business Marc confidently recommends Nopalea to family, friends and especially his martial arts students. He’s also excited

“...Wherever I go, I’ll always have a bottle of Nopalea nearby.” – Marc about Toni’s budding TriVita business, because it fits in so effortlessly with their health-oriented lifestyle. “The growth of the TriVita business is going to give us the free time to do the things we love,” Marc enthuses. “This includes travel, spending more time with each other, supporting family and friends in their health and life’s goals and continuing to study and train in the martial arts. Whatever I do or wherever I go, I’ll always have a bottle of Nopalea nearby.”

To find out how to become an Independent TriVita Business Owner call 0800-451-569 or visit trivita.com.

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