Living Well AIM Partners magazine
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NUTRITION & EYE HEALTH
EXERCISE AND BEETROOT JUICE THE SKINNY ON AIMEGA
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Focus on Your Future
e are living in such strange times with so much negativity going around, but I want to share some good news with you. Even though the pandemic has completely changed things for all of us, if you understand, learn from and embrace this transformation, it is actually an exciting time, especially for people involved with The AIM Companies™. During the worldwide lockdown, people had the time to recognize what is most important to them. A lot of people reached out to me because I’m in the health industry, wanting to boost their immune systems. They were willing to spend money to make it happen. Many people found themselves working from home, eliminating the cost and time of commuting to and from work and allowing more time to be spent with their families. Productivity improved, so many companies are looking at ways for their employees to continue working from home. At the same time, there are so many people who have lost their jobs as a result of the pandemic. For the past 10 to 20 years, directselling companies have had to sell the story that your job might not be as secure as you think, so have a Plan B for tough times: a back-up income. For one of the first times in
modern history, you do not need to sell this story. People are open to opportunities, and this is a big part of what will drive this industry forward. AIM offers people hope by presenting an opportunity vehicle to them. They can start to earn money working from home with no overhead or staff by sharing these incredible products and making a difference in people’s lives. And where in the world can you launch a business for less than R1 000? Through every storm, there is a light at the end of the tunnel. If we understand the dynamics of what is happening and the tools you have with The AIM Companies™, you should be excited about what you are able to bring to the world during this pandemic and beyond. It’s your time to GROW! Nicolas van Rensburg Independent Service Provider
Times and conditions change so rapidly that we must keep our aim constantly focused on the future. Walt Disney
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Fresh Focus - Proancynol 2000 I just did it, so can you Childhood weight issues
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To improve the quality and productivity of people’s lives by promoting the Healthy Cell Concept and the highest principles of free enterprise. About the magazine
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Exercise and Beetroot Juice
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Fresh Focus - AIMega
Lockdown Family survival kit
20 Why AIM works better It’s time to Grow Cash
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Beetroot Juice By Charlotte Meschede - Nutritionist
The use of nutritional supplements and specialised diet programs is common practice amongst many athletes, both amateurs and professionals. Whatever the desired outcome, I have always preferred using food and whole food supplements. Many athletes do not focus on diet to improve performance, but almost exclusively look to supplements, combinations in isolation, to give them the boost they desire. But it is important to ensure that the diet is corrected before adding any additional supplements in order to achieve the optimal effect.
What is the difference between Aerobic and Anaerobic Exercise?
In simple terms, the body relies primarily on oxygen to produce energy during aerobic exercise. Anaerobic exercise does not use oxygen to burn fuel for energy. What starts off as aerobic exercise and becomes anaerobic exercise then 4
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is dependent on two things, the intensity of the exercise and the duration of the exercise. Examples of aerobic exercise include walking, jogging or cycling at a steady pace for an extended period of time. Short bouts of intense exercise such as sprinting, jumping, skipping and weight lifting will then depend on anaerobic metabolism. Both forms of exercise will be beneficial. Anaerobic exercise generally enhances muscle strength, power and size as well as overall speed. Aerobic exercise typically builds endurance and improves muscle efficiency as improving cardiovascular health. DNA testing may be of benefit to an individual in determining which type of exercise suits your genotype. Many people opt for exercise routines that are current trends rather than what suits them as an individual. I have often had patients who found their natural skills through DNA testing and this had a major impact not only on their overall performance but also on their weight management. For further information on this subject, it would be better to consult a practitioner who specialises in these tests.
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Beetroot Juice as a supplement to Improve Athletic Performance
Interestingly, the simple beetroot, also referred to as a beet, can have a major effect on exercise performance. Beetroot naturally contains compounds that increase the levels of nitric oxide in the body. Nitric oxide has multiple functions, but one of its main features is that it increases blood flow, primarily through dilating (expanding) the blood vessels. If blood flow is increased, then all the metabolic processes that occur via the blood are also enhanced. These include gas exchange, mitochondrial biogenesis and efficiency and a strengthening of muscle contraction. Mitochondrial biogenesis, in essence, is the uptake of glucose by the muscle. So if this process is enhanced, then the muscles have greater capacity, which can then boost performance by not only increasing muscle strength, but muscle efficiency. Recent studies have confirmed that supplementation with beetroot juice can improve cardiorespiratory endurance in athletes by increasing efficiency, which improves performance at various distances, increases time to exhaustion at suboptimal intensities and may also improve cardiorespiratory performance at anaerobic threshold intensities with maximum oxygen uptake.1 To explain this further increasing endurance in an aerobic state versus an anaerobic
state is vital for endurance athletes as this enables them to perform whether they are burning glucose as fuel or fat as fuel. According to a small study in 2014, adding beetroot juice to certain athlete’s dietary regime improved their competitive performance by 16%. Another study focused on competitive swimmers aged mid to late thirties in excellent health2. Swimmers were evaluated with and without beetroot juice supplementation. Those swimmers who had the beetroot juice significantly increased their anaerobic threshold compared with those who did not take it. Several studies across the board of competitive sports apart from swimming, including long-distance runners, canoeing and cycling, have shown varying degrees of positive effects on overall performance with beetroot juice supplementation. Other benefits, aside from athletic performance enhancement, of taking beetroot juice include lowering of blood pressure due to the vasodilation (dilation of blood vessels), as well as anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. Suffice to say that beetroot can be classified as a superfood and should be on the menu for all sports enthusiasts and professionals. A word of caution, though, is that caffeine may negate the beneficial effects of beetroot. So those consuming caffeine or caffeine-containing compounds may have to consider other options. AIM RediBeets is a concentrated dried powder produced from organic beetroot juice. It contains all the components found in the juice and is much more convenient. This is a must for all sports men and women alike.
1.https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih. gov/pmc/articles/ PMC5295087/ 2.https://www.mdpi. com/2072-6643/6/2/605
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Anti-oxidants with Proancynol 2000 Adding
Like everything in life, the secret seems to be balance . . . even for breathing. The contradiction of oxygen is that you need it to stay alive, but once inside your body, it splits into single atoms with unpaired electrons. When these free radicals begin to outnumber antioxidants, oxidative stress damages cell membranes, DNA and proteins, which can lead to the onset of disease.
External free radicals include air pollution, chemicals and fried foods. Even converting food into energy generates free radicals, so they are a fact of life. Fortunately, your body produces antioxidants, but not enough to maintain the balance. So eating antioxidantrich foods such as fruits and vegetables is essential. And taking Proancynol 2000 can easily supplement your essential, antioxidant intake.
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Antioxidant Diversity
The wide variety of free radicals requires a diversity of antioxidants to neutralize them. Proancynol 2000 contains seven ingredients. that deliver an even greater number of antioxidants.
For example, green tea extract contains four kinds of polyphenols, providing antioxidants that go after free radicals called reactive oxygen species (ROS). Also effective at deactivating the many ROS, rosemary leaf extract releases antioxidant phytonutrients such as carnosol, ursolic acid and rosmarinic acid. By defusing free radicals, Proancynol 2000’s antioxidants boost your immune system to better protect you during the cold and flu season.
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The finest food sources of antioxidants are plantbased, especially fruits and vegetables, providing an incredible diversity of free-radical fighters. Proancynol 2000’s diverse variety of supplemental antioxidants comes from only 7 ingredients, including the extracts of green tea, rosemary and grape seeds.
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Free radicals speed up the aging process, whereas antioxidants slow it down.
Did you know . . .? Since ancient times, grapes have been used to provide traditional treatments through the use of the fruit, leaves and sap of this vine. But it wasn’t until the 1970s that grape seed extract was developed. Containing powerful antioxidants, grape seed extract delivers anti-aging and health promoting properties.
Antioxidants help to prevent a chain reaction of damage to cells, proteins and DNA triggered by unstable free radicals: molecules with unpaired electrons.
The body produces antioxidants but not enough to keep a person fully protected. Adding antioxidant-rich foods + Proancynol 2000
= Total Antioxidant Protection
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I just did it...
So can you! By Mari Nel - AIM Director
My name is Mari Nel. I am a stayat-home mother from Paarl, Western Cape with three children. My journey with AIM started almost 15 years ago when my son’s kindergarten teacher saw how I battled with his allergies and introduced me to my sponsor. That was the beginning of a great friendship and to date we are still close friends even though we live thousands of miles apart! I learned about supporting and building my immune system with good nutrition, I attended health talks where I was introduced to The AIM Companies and their great products. I have been using the AIM products since then, I love reading books on nutrition and am always looking out for healthier alternatives and nutritious recipes. In 2017 I did a nutrition and consulting course and held support groups in my home. I always had a passion for health and nutrition but was not confident to do my own talks as I felt that I still had so much to learn and had not reached breakthroughs in some of my and my family’s own health problems. But my sponsor had confidence in me and 8
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kept on encouraging me to just get out there and do it! December 2019 I lost my mom to cancer. In her last days it was upsetting to see her belly swell more by the day. She had a lot of pain and discomfort because of being constipated all the time. So in January 2020, with a little bit of “guts”, I started planning my first talk on the digestive system. I designed a simple sketch of the digestive system and spent a lot of time and effort in reading through my study notes, going through the AIM magazines, the Chrysalis Networx website and my colleagues to compile my talk. So on January 30, armed with my speech on my iPad, the poster, a basket filled with the relevant healthy foods and The AIM products that support the Digestive system I was ready for the twelve ladies who signed up. I nervously welcomed them with a Fit ‘n Fibre smoothie and started my first talk. As I found my momentum I felt more at ease and halfway through I served them “Cocoa Bites” made from CoCoa
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LeafGreens and did a PrepZymes and oats demonstration. At the end I felt that there were too many times where I had lost the attention of the attendees. I also felt that there were times when my eyes would be on my iPad more than on the people, but I was surprised at the positive feedback. I had 6 ladies sign up right there. Back home I sat down and strategized. I simplified the talk by removing some of the (boring) scientific facts and made the talk shorter to allow for more time for questions and answers, and added more practical ideas. I bought a few bottles of PrepZymes to sell at my next talks which I kept at my house. After each talk I simplified my presentation even more. I felt more and more confident answering questions and realized that I learned a lot through the experiences I went through. I was just being real and people can relate to that. Each talk became easier and I found myself looking forward to the next one. Due to demand, my next talk was on the endocrine system. Again I presented the talk with a simple poster, a simple talk discussing each of the glands and organs in the system and explaining their function. I discussed what is good for each organ how to support it with the right nutrition and AIM supplements.
I love to give meeting attendees a sample of the products and tell them my testimony. You will always have thankful people, the quiet ones and some you never see again. Respect everyone’s journey and trust in the seed you have planted. Like one lady said to me “Mari, this came at just the right time! If I would have been here last year, it wouldn’t have meant anything to me”. Perfect timing! After every meeting I stand amazed at how people needed to hear what I said, even if was is just repeating what they already knew. People are scared to make big changes and your testimony might just encourage them. After each meeting, I make sure to take some time to rest and reboot, without AIMing for this to become a business. Through the years building my knowledge about the AIM products and just sharing my experience and passion I ended up becoming an AIM Director, which came as a big surprise to me! I just did it … so can you!
I let the people guide me in what they want to hear and try to answer them simple but straight. I never say anything negative about any other product or medication, but I sharpened my knowledge on the AIM products to recommend them with confidence. Testimonials should not be construed as representing results everybody can achieve. This is not the opinion of the AIM Companies and is a personal opinion and experience of the consumer.
Childhood
Weight Issues
It’s a sad fact of modern life that so many children around the world are facing a health problem that is largely preventable: being overweight (having extra body fat) or obese (having too much body fat). The World Health Organization (WHO) presents some alarming statistics on the number of children who are affected by excess body weight: • 41 million under the age of 5 • Over 340 million aged 5-19 WHO notes that an energy imbalance relating to calories consumed and calories burned is the underlying cause of these weight issues. Globally, people are eating more high-fat food and doing less physical activity. Both lifestyle factors have been adopted by the younger generation. Overweight or obese children usually remain so as they become adults, increasing their risk of the early onset of health problems such as cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes and osteoarthritis. An unhealthy heaviness has no place in the life of a child.
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Reducing Weight Issues
Seeing as how the right kind of food and regular exercise is integral to maintaining a healthy body weight, parents need to take charge in providing direction and discipline to children so that they avoid or reverse the trend toward obesity. Giving children healthy supplemental nutrition from AIM provides nutrientdense, vegan drinks with few calories. One serving of BarleyLife or RediBeets is only 15 calories. CoCoa LeafGreens, a chocolaty favorite of kids, is just 10 calories per serving. Most importantly, AIM nutrition gives children the right kind of food for maintaining their physical shape and wellness into a healthy future.
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It’s a fact that folate is important for women before, during and after pregnancy. An increased intake of this B vitamin might help to prevent birth defects, fuel rapid growth and fortify breast milk. Recent research indicates that folate for fathers-to-be is important as well. A study published in 2019 examined the data collected on 108 couples who participated in infertility treatment from 2007 to 2017. During this period, 113 pregnancies occurred. The babies who had slightly longer gestation periods were fathered by men who had increased their preconception folate intake to 400 mcg daily.1 This research suggests a couple of things: Preconception care should be a couple-based approach. Men whose diets include extra folate may father healthier babies. 1 www.rbmojournal.com/article/ S14726483(19)30635-2/fulltext
AIM Greens
A natural source of folate is present in wholefood powders such as BarleyLife, LeafGreens and BarleyLife Xtra. Supplementing with AIM greens is a healthy way for moms and dads to increase their folate intake and support the health of their children with concentrated plant nutrients.
Folate Facts As the natural form of vitamin B9, folate is found in healthy foods such as fruit and vegetables. It’s required for the production of DNA and RNA, red and white blood cells and energy. A folate deficiency is often the result of an inadequate diet. The recommended folate intake for pregnant women is 600 mcg daily. Food sources include fruits, legumes and dark green vegetables. Taking one of AIM’s green, whole-food powders in addition to their supplemental folate regimen will help pregnant women increase their intake of natural folate.
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Product Brochure CoCoa LeafGreens
Whole Body Health AIMega An organic seed oil blend that delivers an important source of healthful and essential omega-3 and -6 fatty acids, plus omega-9. EFA’s are the main structural component of every cell membrane and are necessary for cell growth and activity. Helps protect against high blood pressure.
BarleyLife An all-natural, green barley leaf juice powder concentrate helps provide the daily nutrition you need to develop a strong foundation for good health and is abundant in enzymes, essential amino acids, and rich in antioxidant ability, anti-inflammatory activity, and immune system support. Available in powder and vegetarian capsules. Helps maintain correct pH levels.
BarleyLife Xtra A delightful, cherry-apple flavoured green barley juice powder with 18 different fruits and vegetables. With only one gram of sugar per serving, BarleyLife Xtra provides a healthy, nourishing alternative to the plethora of sugar-filled drinks available today. Children and adults alike enjoy this smooth, pleasant drink.
Just Carrots A carrot juice powder concentrate that contains important nutrients such as alpha-and beta carotene, calcium, iron, B vitamins, potassium and lutein.
RediBeets A concentrated beet juice powder with only the fiber removed, contains essential enzymes along with the natural form of betaine, which aids in cleansing the liver and reducing homocysteine levels.
LeafGreens An all-natural powder concentrate that combines the nutrient-dense leaves of spinach, kale, arugula, Swiss chard and barley, plus broccoli sprouts for a wide spectrum of nutrients including vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and a balanced plant-based protein, all for whole-body health.
Leaves are among the most abundant sources of vital nutrients on the planet, and cocoa has long been touted for its delectable taste and antioxidant ability. AIM CoCoa LeafGreens delivers the nutrition of barley, spinach, kale, arugula, Swiss chard and broccoli sprouts powder in a delicious cocoa beverage. CoCoa LeafGreens is the only product on the market to utilize this singular blend of leaf juices and sprouts with the flavour profile of cocoa for optimal health benefits and a great taste.
Digestive Health FloraFood A powerful combination of three friendly bacteria: Lactobacillus gasseri, Bifidobacteria bifidum, and Bifidobacteria longum – helps maintain digestive and intestinal health as well as healthy cholesterol levels.
PrepZymes A combination of digestive enzymes, helps our bodies break down foods so we get more nutrients per meal. Specially made for high-sugar, high-fat diets commonly found in “industrialized” countries.
Herbal Fiberblend A combination of soluble and insoluble psyllium fiber and cleansing herbs, helps maintain bowel regularity, provides dietary fibre and aids in detoxification. Helps maintain healthy cholesterol and blood sugar levels. Available in unflavoured or natural raspberry powder and vegetarian capsules.
Para 90 A unique combination of cleansing herbs, helps maintain a parasite-free body.
Neuro Health Composure A combination of relaxing herbs, helps to maintain neuro health, especially in regard to dealing efficiently with stress. Has a calming effect.
GinkgoSense Combines ginkgo biloba with the curcumin, ashwagandha, black pepper extract and the carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin to provide overall support for your neuro and cardiovascular health. Specifically targets mental acuity, vision, and circulation.
Cardiovascular Health CellSparc 360 Combines coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) with tocotrienols and fish oil to provide total cardiovascular support. The CoQ10 provides potent antioxidant capabilities, and the tocotrienols and fish oil help maintain healthy cholesterol and triglyceride levels and healthy gums.
Bear Paw Garlic A unique wild garlic made from the leaf, helps lower cholesterol, and maintain healthy blood pressure levels.
General Health CranVerry+ Cranberry juice concentrate helps maintain a healthy urinary tract. It also helps maintain healthy gums and teeth, and provides powerful antioxidants. May be helpful for those with Candida.
GlucoChrom Combines vanadium, gymnema sylvestre, bitter melon, and a unique, yeast-sourced chromium to maintain healthy blood sugar levels.
Herbal Release A combination of herbs, helps maintain a healthy lymphatic system. The lymphatic system is integral to maintaining our immune health.
Proancynol 2000 A combination of green tea, grape seed extract, alphalipoic acid, and other powerful antioxidants, helps fight free radicals and maintain a healthy immune system. Free radicals have been linked to diseases, many of these resulting from a weakened immune system.
Men’s Health ReAssure SP A unique and synergistic combination of saw palmetto berry oil extract, pumpkin seed oil, tomato lycopene, and zinc citrate for the maintenance of prostate health.
Active Health Fit ’n Fiber Is a prebiotic fibre supplement with heart-healthy soluble and insoluble fibre. Soluble fiber has been linked to reduced appetite and cholesterol, and glucose absorption. Prebiotic fibres feed good bacteria in our gut to improve digestion and immune function.
Peak Endurance A combination of PEAK ATP®, electrolytes, B vitamins, vitamin C, and only a single gram of sugar. ATP is the primary source of energy for every function in the cells in the body, electrolytes need replacing due to exercise, and B vitamins are important for metabolism. A serving delivers 200 mg of PEAK ATP®
ProPeas A vegetable protein powder made from field peas. Provides 12 grams of protein per serving. Ideal tool for weight management due to protein’s ability to increase satiety, improve lean muscle and increase metabolism.
Bone Health Frame Essentials Combines a glucosamine complex with MSM and boswellia extract, helps maintain healthy joints. Improves joint function and mobility.
CalciAIM A natural citrus drink mix that provides several nutrients crucial to proper skeletal function and overall wellness. Contains three types of calcium plus a number of other nutrients that include vitamin D.
Mag-nificence Offers topical magnesium, CWR bath additive - to provide effective ways of increasing cellular absorption of this essential mineral. Magnesium may be one of the most essential elements to living organisms.
Women’s Health Renewed Balance Body cream contains natural plant-derived ingredients that work synergistically. Both women and men may derive health benefits from this product.
Nutrition & Eye Health By Charlotte Meschede - Nutritionist
Introduction: I chose this topic as I felt that there is no focus on eye health until it is too late! We all tend to take our eye health for granted, until the time when we are faced with eye problems. Sadly, this may already be too late for full recovery and often people say to me that they wish someone had warned them sooner of how to look after their eyesight and eye health before it became a problem. Not surprisingly, diet plays a pivotal role in eye health. How many of us remember our parents telling us that carrots helped you to see in the dark? That was possibly the only dietary connection that was made all those years ago, and I would suspect that not much more is being alluded to these days with regard to diet and eyesight! Different issues with the eyes can occur as we age. Many of such are related to the eye becoming dry due to lack of fluid or as a result of oxidative stress which causes prolonged inflammation in the eyes, just as in other areas of the body. If we pay close attention to the specific nutrients that target the eye tissue, we can help our eyes before issues like these take root. We have discussed oxidative stress and what causes it many times in the articles I’ve written previously, and if we thoroughly understand the basis of this process, we can get a better idea of how to keep our eyes healthy and our vision the best it can be well into our old age.
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radicals and the body’s ability to detoxify their harmful effects through neutralization by antioxidants. Free radicals are those dangerous little compounds that are formed from any metabolic process, but we don’t notice them because they are usually neutralized through anti-oxidants. When there are not enough antioxidants in the body, either through diet or through the body’s own detoxification pathways, oxidative damage occurs. Unfortunately, the eye tissue is particularly vulnerable to oxidative stress, and often it mirrors the oxidative stress that is occurring in the rest of the body. A simple analogy to oxidative stress would be rust on a metal surface due to exposure to the elements – various tissues in the body are more sensitive than others.
What nutrients are needed to keep eyes healthy?
Nutrients that stand out with regard to keeping your eyes healthy include omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins A and C and minerals such as zinc. Vitamin A and its precursor, beta carotene, help by keeping the surface of the eye, or the cornea, moist and healthy. This is critical in keeping the eyes properly lubricated to avoid other problems later in life.
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Omega-3 fatty acids need no introduction in regard to their anti-inflammatory properties. Many people do not eat enough fatty fish, avocado or raw nuts and seeds, which contain abundant supplies of essential and non-essential fatty acids. Ensuring an adequate supply of these foods is crucial. In situations where people do eat enough of these good fat foods, then supplementation is the only way to go. The main function of zinc is that of transport, and it aids the absorption of many nutrients, especially vitamin A. Zinc helps to transport vitamin A from the liver to the eyes and also is an instrumental compound involved in the absorption of vitamin A. Whilst zinc is readily available in foods such as red meat, oysters, wholegrain starches and nuts such as cashews and almonds, processing of food will often remove the zinc, and many people are zinc deficient as a result. Selenium is another trace element that may also adversely affect eye health if it is not provided in sufficient quantities in the diet. It is a very powerful antioxidant, and a deficiency of selenium will prevent adequate neutralization of oxidative damage, as explained above.
AIM Products and Eye Health
Going back to what our parents used to tell us: “Eat carrots so you can see in the dark!”. The nutrient in carrots that is so important for vision is beta carotene, which as we all know a precursor to vitamin A. Deficiency of vitamin A causes blindness and whilst vitamin A, per se, can be toxic if it is taken in too large a quantity on an ongoing basis, beta carotene is not. A daily dose of AIM JUST CARROTS will supply all the beta carotene necessary to help us maintain the healthy sight our parents told us about.
AIM BarleyLife and LeafGreens are still my favourites for providing all those leafy greens of which we habitually just do not get enough. Most importantly, the nutrients in these powerful food concentrates that matter to eyes are vitamin K1 and folic acid. The antioxidant enzymes that play such an important role in our detoxification pathways include superoxide dismutase, which remains in its active state in BarleyLife and LeafGreens by virtue of the fact that the product is produced from RAW ingredients, which preserves the longevity of its nutrients, especially those that are heat-sensitive. AIMega is a wonderful supplement to use if a person is not getting enough good fats in their diet. Many people do not like the taste of fish, and avocados are not readily available the whole year-round. So getting enough of these essential fatty acids becomes more of a challenge. Supplementing with AIMega can really help to make good this deficit. Proancynol 2000 provides a unique formula of powerful antioxidant compounds. I am never without Proancynol 2000 when I travel as it is my ‘go-to’ product when I feel my body needs a boost. As far as eye health is concerned, the antioxidant properties of Proancynol 2000 will go a long way to help neutralize the effects of free radicals and will definitely help to keep that oxidative stress at bay. In conclusion, age-related eye health decline is a global health concern there is enough evidence to support that looking after your diet and ensuring adequate intake of specific nutrients will help to maintain your eye health for many years to come.
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Omega-3 and -6 essential fatty acids (EFAs) cannot be made by your body, which needs a consistent dietary intake to provide a long list of benefits, including skin health.
AIMega delivers a balanced 2:1 ratio of plant-based omega-3 and -6 EFAs to help ensure you get enough of these skin essentials.
Skin Deep
Your body is made up of around 37.2 trillion cells, an estimated 35 billion of which are skin cells. Fatty acids become structural components of cell membranes, so it is vital that your diet includes omega-3 and -6 to optimize cellular permeability and function. Both EFAs are integral to the health of the epidermal (outer) and dermal (inner) layers of your skin. Dryness and inflammation affect the appearance and aging of skin. Omega-3 helps to reduce both visual negatives. It also maintains the strength of the skin’s outer layer, guarding against pollutants and toxins. A regular intake will also help protect you from skin damage and aging
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caused by sun exposure. AIMega delivers 380 mg of omega-3 per capsule. Omega-6 is required for normal epidermal structure and function. However, it should come from a healthy source, such as the organic seed oils in AIMega: 190 mg per capsule. Supplementing with this essential fatty acid has been shown to alleviate inflammatory skin problems. Together, omega-3 and -6 contribute to the natural oil barrier of your skin, helping to keep it hydrated and youthful. So, you can think of AIMega as a cosmetic that works from the inside out. References accessed September 9, 2019 1 bit.ly/EFAs_Skin_Health 2 bit.ly/EFAs_Epidermis
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Why Are Omega-3 and -6 Essential Fatty Acids? Your body cannot create its own omega-3 and -6 because it lacks certain enzymes, so it is essential that these fatty acids are a daily part of your nutritional intake. Omega-3 and -6 are vital for the growth, repair and function of every cell membrane in your body and for many biological activities, including those that affect brain, heart and vision health.
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AIMega’s Organic Cold Pressed Virgin Oils Flaxseed
The amber oil from crushed flax seeds provides an incredibly rich source of alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), better known as omega-3.
Sesame Seed
Flavorful sesame seeds produce an oil that contains a healthy source of the second essential fatty acid: omega-6 linoleic acid (LA).
Sunflower Seed
The oil from sunflower seeds also provides a wholesome omega-6 source.
Olive
Providing health benefits for thousands of years, olive oil contains both omega-6 and heart-enhancing omega-9.
The AIMega 2 to 1 Ratio Studies show that most people average a 15:1 ratio of omega-6 to omega-3. Taking AIMega helps to alter an imbalance. Each capsule delivers 380 mg of omega-3 and 190 mg of omega-6 for a balanced 2:1 ratio of these essential fatty acids. nutrition that works / www.theaimcompanies.com
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Lockdown
Family survival kit By Sonja Joubert - AIM Director, Klerksdorp, South Africa
AIM products were a blessing in disguise when Lockdown forced me to be creative with foods to keep my family healthy. Figuring out “What’s for breakfast, lunch and dinner?” was my biggest daily challenge during lockdown. To make things even harder, panic buying and disruptions to food supply systems, meant some foods would now be difficult to find. It was easy to cut on nutrition and resort to eating unhealthy comfort foods. For many people including us, unemployment and loss of income made food shopping an additional financial challenge. I can say with certainty that purchasing and preparing fresh meals were really my biggest challenge during lockdown until my first AIM products arrived. I was really excited to use the products, because I have a great passion for health, nutrition and people. As a mom of four very active boys who take exercise and fitness seriously - I know the importance of healthy eating and using well formulated supplements. My husband is an Optometrist and we know that supplementation plays a crucial part in eye health and protecting yourself against issues. I wanted to ensure our family gets plenty of fruit and vegetables in their diet and with the addition of AIM products in lockdown it was easy to ensure they get as many nutrients and antioxidants as possible. 18
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I also know children often need to eat a snack or two during the day to keep them going. Rather than giving them sweets or salty snacks, I started making smoothies with the Garden Trio, ProPeas, nuts and some frozen and fresh fruit for healthier options. These smoothies were not only nutritious and more filling, but delicious and became a part of the kids’ daily routine when they were busy studying or exercising. I am grateful that lockdown and a few AIM products forced me to become more creative. These products assisted in keeping us healthy and protected our immune systems. Lockdown also gave us time to detox and get rid of all the unnecessary stuff in our home, just like Herbal Fiberblend helped us to detox by cleansing our bodies from toxins. “Gut health” became the most popular phrase in our home. Once level 3 of lockdown was instituted, we went for our first 50 km cycle ride. It was 6 o’clock in the morning and I decided to mix some Peak
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Endurance and RediBeets before we left. When we returned home, I was pleasantly surprised that the ride was without pain and I didn’t feel tired at all. I had a knee replacement in November 2019 and also decided to try Frame Essentials because I was still experiencing pain from time-to-time. I believe it was a combination of all the good nutrition, detox and family time that I was able to start running short distances with ease, something I haven’t been able to do for the past 4 years after injuring my knee on a hiking trip. When my son and his girlfriend returned to Pretoria to study after staying with us for the first part of lockdown, I received the most precious photo with the caption: “Mom, we are studying for a test with an AIM fruit smoothie to give us energy!”
I have a part to play in improving someone’s quality of life. The most rewarding part is the inspiring testimonials from friends telling me they feel better, healthier and more energized in a short period of time. My biggest challenge in lockdown was figuring out “What’s for breakfast, lunch and dinner?” Lockdown is nearly over, so instead of calling your local takeaway joint to save the day with a fast food dish, use a little bit of creativity with your fast food, Garden Trio and make every meal a celebration of colours and nutrition! Thanks to AIM, and the Chrysalis Networx platform as well as my amazing upline. The information sessions on the Zoom calls, have been extremely powerful and inspiring. I’d would also like to extend a big thanks to my new AIM family worldwide for their advice and also for the support of friends and clients. I believe that AIM products have been a gift of Health to our family from God. My motto in life is: “Always be thankful, live purposefully and with passion, follow excellence and success will chase you!”
During lockdown I started to share my photos with friends and soon everybody became excited and started ordering and using the products. In a very short time I became an AIM director, not only earning an income, but with the opportunity to live a lifelong passion namely, to educate and empower people to take responsibility for their health and nutrition. It is starting to become a reality! Every day I am inspired to live life whole-heartedly and I’m happy to be able to know
With AIM products it is easy to build healthy eating habits that will last a lifetime. My husband, children and dogs are all using AIM products now.
Testimonials should not be construed as representing results everybody can achieve. This is not the opinion of the AIM Companies and is a personal opinion and experience of the consumer.
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Why
AIM Works Better
Nutritional supplements go hand in hand with good nutrition. First and foremost, eating well is the foundation of good health. Supplemental nutrients from the AIM product lineup support and strengthen that foundation, adding quality, nutritional fuel to further support and maintain physical and mental well-being. This concept has been a fundamental part of The AIM Companies™ from the very beginning. It’s just one of the many reasons why AIM nutrition has worked so well for nearly four decades in an increasingly competitive marketplace.
With products that include gut-detoxifying Herbal Fiberblend, microbiotasupporting FloraFood, body-relaxing Composure and memory-enhancing GinkgoSense, there are choices that can make a healthy difference—something for everyone.
The AIM Difference
The Key Ingredient in AIM’s Success
By introducing the extraordinary diversity of nutrients from barley grass back in 1982, AIM offered a unique, supplemental path to wellness. BarleyLife continues to keep people well. In the years that followed AIM’s first green powder, sensibly selected supplements were formulated and added to an ever-expanding list of whole-food concentrates and natural health products, representing the variety of AIM nutrition available today.
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Those who made AIM better cannot be acknowledged enough: AIM Members and customers. It all boils down to those who believe in the products and take them regularly and the business builders who independently distribute AIM nutrition worldwide. It is because of them that AIM has worked so well over the years and will continue being better into the future.
It’s Time to Grow CASH! AIM Members with home-based businesses can always use an infusion of inspirational cash. That’s why AIM focused on “green” prizes in this year’s South African and UK contest that leads to the 2021 AIM Celebration in Branson, Missouri, from June 3-6, 2021. Due to the unforeseeable circumstances that unfolded earlier in the year, Members willingly accepted AIM’s decision to cancel June’s 2020 Celebration in Branson to ensure the safety of the AIM Family. Now is the time to AIM for the future: 2021. And the contest that will help Members to get to the Celebration in Branson is cash-driven. With four ways to earn contest points and R 259,700 in cash prizes to be divvied out among 12 Members with the highest point totals, this year’s contest is nothing less than a business-building extravaganza of inspiration to AIM independent distributors.
One of the key aspects of this year’s contest is the available wealth of points for Director promotions. In the film business, directors are at the helm of making a movie. In the Income Plan, AIM Directors also reach the level of making it all happen. Those who promote to Director title and those who sponsor a first-line Director are positioned for a whole lot of point earnings. And the earlier in the contest the better!
The Grow Cash Contest started on June 1, so make your best moves to
“Grow Cash” by earning contest points through December 31, 2020. Refer to the contest flyer for complete details at AIM’s website or call 011 675 0477 to request a contest flyer. nutrition that works / www.theaimcompanies.com
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Man’s best friends have been enjoying their supplements as much as our Members.
Dusty is 4 years old. He takes 1 BarleyLife Capsules and 1 FloraFood Capsue every other day. Marna Dedekind
Jodi Lewis with her 3 year old dog Jodi that takes BarleyLife, Composure and AIMega
Michelle Lewis
Congratulations!
Bella is almost 3 years old and takes Frame Essentials and AIMega twice a day.
Member Promotions
Ilze van Pletzen
We would like to congratulate the following Members on their promotions: Charlie just loves his BarleyLife
Handie Taljaard
Anada Russ
Promoted to Director in May 2020
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Little Liam Kirsten says:
“My favourite AIM products are the Garden Trio, CoCoa Leafgreens and Peak Endurance!� Testimonials should not be construed as representing results everybody can achieve. This is not the opinion of the AIM Companies and is a personal opinion and experience of the consumer.
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