SA Living Well – July-August 2022

Living Well

AIM Partners magazine

Jul - Aug 2022

PROANCYNOL 2000 - FORMULATION OF ANTIOXIDANTS

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Corporate Virtual

EVENT May 18 2022

IM Members around the globe tuned in to Facebook and YouTube on May 18 to view 2022’s Corporate Virtual Event. Hosted by news anchor Carolyn Holly, AIM LIVE was a resounding success that reverberated AIM’s bright future to everyone in attendance.

You can’t look forward insightfully into the future without a dip into the past for reference, so as soon as the cameras started rolling, the roots of AIM were revealed through the touching and evocative account shared by Dennis and Kay Itami, co-owners of The AIM Companies™. Dennis’ closing statement about AIM’ future also set the stage for the rest of the presentations: The best is yet to come.

AIM Technology Analyst Delia Jimenez presented the innovations made to the MyAIMStore website. This free, business tool opens a worldwide door for building a customer base. Innovative improvements give Members free rein to personalise their sites with individual flair.

Quality Assurance Manager Phillip Jermann delivered the new goods, introducing AIM’s first nutricosmetic with the launch of BioVivify. This dietary supplement helps to improve the health of the skin, hair and nails with a primary ingredient sourced from microalgae: astaxanthin.

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Member Support Call Center Manager Andrew Smith detailed the beneficial enhancements to the Member Income Plan, rewarding business-building Members with increased earning potential. The introduction of the AIM Customer and the resulting new, rebateearning category supports loyal AIM Members.

One of those loyal Members honored during AIM LIVE was AIM Chairman’s Club Director Ralph Peterson. His title and legacy was transferred to his son, Brent Peterson, whose recollections of his father became a heart-warming highlight of this event. As Brent shared, “I’m finding joy in many of the things I saw and heard my father talk about now. It has been great to connect with many of my father’s friends in AIM, and to make new friends and help people. God’s provision for my father and his family continues with AIM today.”

As AIM’s Future Development Consultant, Nicolas van Rensburg looked beyond the immediate future to the exciting changes that lie ahead for Members. One of the changes will be yearly contests that award all-expenses-paid success trips for business builders who reach benchmark goals at their title levels. Every single Member has the ability to be a winner.

To enjoy AIM LIVE for the first time or to view it again, you may access a recording of this Corporate Virtual Event on AIM’s YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/aimusers.

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CELL PROTECTION

Vol. 25 No. 4

contents 4 8 12 16

AIM mission statement

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

2 Editorial

Supporting a healthy Immune System

6 Member Income Plan Enhancements & Changes

Lets get “Back To Basics”

10 Food and MOOD

Product Brochure

14 A Warm Welcome to AIM Customers

The purpose of AIM Partners Living Well is to communicate vital information to our Members and to build a strong relationship with them through education, motivation, and recognition. If you submit your testimony and photo, we deem this your permission to publish or share with others via social media.

AIM Partners Living Well is written in compliance with U.S. & South African requirements, which may not be suitable for marketing AIM products outside of South Africa. We ask that you be aware of and respect the requirements of your country in marketing AIM products.

The authors of these articles do not necessarily reflect an approved AIM approach. It should be clear that AIM does not support or confirm health dispositions. The opinions expressed are those of the Members and may contain errors from time to time. AIM articles are for information only, con­sult a professional for advice on your specific situation.

Disclaimer

The importance of a Healthy Gut

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& Complementary Medicines

AIM products cannot be sold or advertised as cures or treatments for any disease. Our products are intended to improve the nutritional profile of the individuals who use them. Federal regulations in many countries prohibit making any claims that products are used in the diagnosis, cure, mitigation, treatment, or prevention of disease.

Permissions

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Contributors

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We would love to hear from you

This magazine is your forum so feel free to make suggestions, ask questions, and share opinions.

Send e-mail: aimordersza@aimintl.com. Include your name, address, and AIM Member ID number. Letters may be edited for length and clarity.

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CELL FOOD

Supporting a healthy

Immune System

By Charlotte Meschede - Nutritionist

We have learned, without exception, that the most valuable asset people have is their health, and the most onerous burden of all is ill-health.

Virtually no article on health or immunity written within the last 2 years does not refer to the global effect of the pandemic and the devastating effects it has had on all populations.

Now, more than ever before, we as human beings have become aware of our fragility and helplessness in the face of novel diseases and infections for which we have no cure. As a dietitian, I have received, and still do receive, numerous requests on how to boost one’s immunity.

It is also important to note that NO single food or supplement will prevent illness or infection. However, there are several key nutrients that have been identified as critical for the production of the various proteins and neurons required to perform specific immune functions3.

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What foods are important in supporting a healthy immune system?

Diet is one of the most significant and relevant factors that contribute to the prevalence of health. This process starts in the womb and is affected by a myriad of nutritional, hormonal and physiological components, which in turn affect energy levels and other metabolic functions. Research over the last decade, in particular, has introduced into nutritional research, factors such as genetics, epigenetics and the effects of the gut microbiome (healthy bacteria in the gut), all of which has broadened our comprehension and understanding of the human immune system. Food has been studied, not only from a chemical perspective, but also for the capacity of metabolites produced by the breakdown of food which can influence gene expression.

Einstein-type information I know, but all of this research gives us a greater understanding and control of what we, as individuals, can do to enhance our well-being3. With all of this information in mind, I summarised the foods that stood out the most when it comes to optimizing immune health.

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Try and include one or more of these foods on a daily basis:

Citrus fruits as we all know are rich in vitamin C but also have many other phytochemicals that help the body optimise immunity.

Red bell peppers are superfoods for a variety of reasons and being a rich source of vitamin C is one of them.

Broccoli is considered to be one of those superfoods that should frequent your plate, if possible, on a daily basis.

It is a rich source of beta carotene (plant form of vitamin A), vitamin B complex and vitamin C. Yoghurt is useful for the immune system in that it helps to support the healthy bacteria in the gut, which are crucial for immunity.

Almonds are not only a good source of healthy fats and calcium, but they are packed with vitamin E, which like vitamin C, is a powerful antioxidant.

Garlic has been known for centuries for its ability to support the immune system.

Ginger can help to reduce symptoms of nausea and also has a strong inflammation fighting action. The active compound is called gingerol.

Turmeric is used in Western Herbal medicine has powerful inflammation fighting actions.

Sadly, not all of us have access to these foods on a regular basis, whether it is due to availability, budget or simply lack of knowledge. We all have hectically busy lives and many of us struggle to ensure our families get the best nutrition ALL of the time.

AIM as always seems to ‘come to the rescue’ as many of their products reflect the increasing need for pure, raw ingredients and well-researched formulas and that can bridge the gap.

About AIM Proancynol 2000

Whilst I always support eating foods rather than relying on supplements, I have to confess that AIM Proancynol 2000 occupies a very important place in my nutritional kit. This powerful product has saved me on numerous occasions with all sorts of ailments through the years, both in myself and my family.

It is a unique combination of SEVEN antioxidants, namely green tea extract, rosemary extract, grape seed extract, N-acetylcysteine, alpha-lipoic acid, lycopene and selenium. These compounds work synergistically to create a really strong response1.

In conclusion, I reiterate that eating a diet that is full of healthy food is ALWAYS the first prize. However, we all need help as we continue to battle the challenges that face us on a daily basis, whether it is lack of time, availability or cost that drives us to seek other options.

Ensuring that we can deliver appropriate and verified information for all our products remains our mantra.

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Member Income Plan Enhancements and Other Changes Why Is AIM Making Changes to the Member Income Plan?

AIM wants to better reward your business-building efforts by increasing your earning potential. We also want to make it easier for anyone interested in the AIM products to order directly from the company, while keeping AIM compliant with the direct selling industry.

A Well-Deserved Raise for AIM Members

Effective July 1, 2022, you will begin earning an additional one percent rebate on the group volumes of your personally-sponsored Members: A qualifying Director or Elite Director will earn: 19% on Wholesale Members, 13% on Preferred Members and 7% on Group Builders.

A qualifying Group Builder will earn: 13% on Wholesale Members, 7% on Preferred Members and 4% on Group Builders.

A qualifying Preferred Member will earn: 7% on Wholesale Members and 4% on Preferred Members.

Note: Rebate earned on personal purchases (PV) will remain at current percentage levels.

Director Promotion Awards

Starting with July 2022 promotions, AIM is increasing the Director Promotion Awards for the titles of Director, Star Sapphire Director and Royal Emerald Director Director: promotion: $350 USD (R4200) – an increase of $100 USD Star Sapphire Director promotion: $500 USD (R6000) – an increase of $250 USD Royal Emerald Director promotion: $750 USD (R9000) – an increase of $250 USD Note: Members are paid in the currency of their country based on the AIM exchange rate at the time of payment.

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Introducing AIM Customer

One of the most exciting enhancements is the introduction of AIM Customer, a brand-new option for ordering directly from AIM. Also called Favoured Customer, an AIM Customer might be someone who wishes to “try out” the AIM products or isn’t interested in the business opportunity.

A key benefit for AIM Customers will be the ability to earn Loyalty Rewards on each AIM product order, which they can then redeem on their next product order placed within 6 months.

Customers will pay a little more for AIM products than Members but will enjoy other features including shipping incentives and no membership or renewal fees.

How will AIM Customer benefit me?

As an AIM Member, you will earn rebates on the BVP of your Customer’s product purchases, the same you earn on a personally sponsored Wholesale Member. The Customer option will provide you with flexibility when promoting and sharing the AIM products with others. And at any time your Customer wants to become a Member, it will be an easy transition.

Other Changes

Smart Start Rewards This incentive will end with June 2022 business, simplifying the overall focus on rebate increases to AIM Members.

Leadership Bonuses Effective July 2022, a maximum of 1000 Personal Volume (PV) will count towards Group Volume when calculating the Director Growth Bonus and Director Three-Deep Bonuses (previously it was 3,000 PV).

This helps AIM comply with best practices in the direct selling industry, and benefits Members growing their downline instead of “bonus buying” or “inventory loading.”

Preferred Member Promotion Effective September 2022, a total of 600 Group Volume (GV) points within three consecutive months will be needed to promote to AIM Preferred Member title (previously it was 450 GV).

Annual Membership Fee Effective July 2022, all new Members will pay a R200-00 initial membership fee. Starting in June 2023, Preferred Member and Group Builder titles will need 600 PV (previously it was 200 PV) points during their membership year to waive a R200.00 annual renewal fee. Wholesale Members will need 100 PV (previously it was 50 PV). If an AIM Member doesn’t renew by the end of their one-month grace period, they will convert automatically to AIM Customer.

For more details, log in to your Member Dashboard and select Member Tools to view the new AIM Member Income Plan booklet.

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HEALTHY ATTITUDE

“BACK TO BASICS”

Lets get

By Ilze van Pletzen - AIM Director

It is because of my story that a passion for health and wellness was stirred within me. To give people hope and strength for their future because one’s past can never determine your future.

Fifty one years ago on 11 Feb 1971 a little girl with only 4 toes on her one foot and 2 shoe sizes smaller than the other one was born. Not knowing what her future may hold and growing up with a disability that caused her affected leg to grow significantly slower with no calf muscles and a horseshoe kidney, life as a child was challenging and hard. She was exposed to numerous operations where the simple act of walking was something that needed to be learnt from anew every time. The side effects of all these operations as well as the countless medications administered to her marked her childhood years with great vulnerability and a severely compromised immune system.

In her late teens and early adulthood she was also diagnosed with numerous allergies, yuppie flu, Coxsackie virus, cysts on her ovaries, a lump in her breast and consequently needed to undergo an early hysterectomy. The list of health and life challenges however did not end here. In 2010 she had neck surgery due to her birth impairment and in 2015 her husband and love of her life was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer. Does this sound like the happily 8

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ever after fairy tale any girl dreams of?

The one where she is swept off her feet and rides off into the sunset with her prince on a white horse? Yet this is my story and I can proudly and gratefully say it is my story of hope. And that is why I can boldly testify that your story, how devastating and disappointing it may seem, it can in fact be a story of hope and inspiration for others.

In 2019 I was re-introduced to The AIM Companies and I had an intense desire to know everything and more about this amazing company and their products.

Everything just suddenly made clear sense to me and today I have immense gratitude for having had an invitation to attend a talk by a Chairmans Club Member from AIM. Little did I know that this would also be the year that my husband’s cancer would once again return.

We were disappointed, disheartened and filled with much fear. However, I decided to face my fears and to gain all the knowledge possible by attending meetings and reading whatever I could find. I started to understand how wonderfully the body has been created

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and what it needed to build a healthy immune system.

I just shared a post the other day, which says:

There is so much to learn and I have only begun to touch the tip of the iceberg.

In this learning and unlearning, I have also found that basic common sense goes a long way. We need balance in our lives and more often than not the scale seems to tip to one side. We need sunlight, exercise, a good night’s rest and the whole foods that God has graciously and generously given us. Of course, many of us live in the fast lane and there is no time for mindful eating and preparing healthy meals. Fast foods, multitasking, working around the clock and minimum sleep is the daily recipe to succeed in the rat race of everyday life. Until one day, all of a sudden and without any warning, you are forced to slow down because of an ache or a pain, some indigestion, bloated-ness and just that feeling of being sick and tired of being sick and tired.

Happiness is the new rich; Inner Peace is the new success; Health is the new wealth; Kindness is the new cool I just loved it, and this is why I love my AIM Garden, making life healthy but also easier. The Garden Trio and FloraFood are our favourite products out of the AIM Garden.

Start today with ONE STEP!

This doesn’t have to be your story. I always say, every day is an opportunity to chuck a bad habit and add a good one. Baby steps, and in only a year’s time, you will be amazed how far you have come.

This is my advice with the AIM products as well. Start slow and be consistent, and as your budget allows it, add more AIM products. The best investment ever is your health.

Going back to basics is not a bad thing, slowing down and focusing on the things that really matter. If you don’t have your health, what are you left with? Medical bills and unnecessary stress! nutrition that works / www.theaimcompanies.com

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CELL FOOD

Food and

MOOD

By Charlotte Meschede - Nutritionist

The link between diet and mood is becoming more and more obvious.

People will often refer to the fact that they are irritable or short-tempered simply because they are hungry.

The term ‘hangry’ is frequently used by those on a weight loss program, implying they are angry due to hunger!

However casual the referrals to foods and mood are, the point is that even clinical data are now joining the dots between nutritional deficiencies, unhealthy food patterns and other similar comparisons when it comes to the prevention and management of mental health1.

From a practical point of view, there are some food habits that will cause low blood sugars or even worse, unstable blood sugars, meaning your sugars spike from high to low throughout the day: •

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Skipping meals, especially the first meal of the day, for which many compensate by snacking on unhealthy snacks for a quick ‘pickme-up’, is the biggest culprit when it comes to spiking and/or low sugar levels.

Cutting out entire food groups is another popular trend. Whilst I support having a more plantbased diet, just cutting out meat and/or dairy products for example, without replacing the nutrients provided by those two food groups, such as protein and calcium, not to forget iron, is short-sighted and counter-productive.

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in magnesium, zinc, B vitamins, vitamin D and omega 3 fatty acids are just a few micronutrients that become deficient over time if whole food groups are omitted and there is no nutrient replacement thereof.

An excess of sugar and refined carbohydrates (like white bread, white rice, pasta) will increase the demand for insulin, thereby reducing the body’s sensitivity to this vital hormone. This will also contribute to spikes in blood sugar levels as described in the first bullet point.

Researchers are also taking a closer look at why diet may influence mental health. Studies are exploring diet’s effects on gut microbiota (organisms in the intestinal tract), neuroplasticity (brain’s ability to modify structure, wiring and function), oxidative stress (cellular damage) and chronic inflammation2.

In an article published in Psychiatry (2019) it was stated that recent demonstrations had indicated that the status of the gut microbiota did in fact have an effect on the gut-brain axis and indicated the beneficial effects of probiotics on psychological well-being.

In particular products containing Lactobacillus fermentum , L.rhamnosus, L.plantarum, and Bifidobacterium longum were mentioned. This is NOT to imply that such products can be USED to TREAT depression or any other mental disorder, but there was evidence to

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support that those people with heathy gut bacteria experienced better psychological well-being6.

While we still have much to learn about the effects of dietary patterns on mental health issues, evidence suggests that eating a healthy diet can have a protective effect. In fact, many believe that good nutrition is as important to mental health as it is to physical health.

Here are a few tips on How to improve your mood with food: • •

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Eat at least 2 – 3 nutritious meals within a 12 hour ‘awake’ period Choose less refined sugars and eat more whole grains for example, whole grain bread instead of white bread, brown or wild rice instead of white rice and yellow maize instead of white maize Include protein at each meal, such as meat, chicken, fish, eggs, legumes (chickpeas, lentils, beans) a variety of foods, especially foods of colour such as pumpkin, butternut, spinach, peppers and blue berries Include omega-3 rich foods, like oily fish, olive oil, avocados and raw nuts and seeds in the diet on a daily basis Manage and maintain a healthy weight Drink plenty of fluids, especially water Get regular exercise – at least 150 minutes per week

Following a healthy eating plan can keep you energized and help you to feel your best. While good nutrition is an important component of your

emotional well-being, it is not a substitute for proper medical care and treatment. If you have concerns about your mental health, talk to your health care provider.3.

In summary, what AIM products can we take to help us manage our moods and cognitive well-being better: AIM ProPeas will ensure a healthy supply of protein, especially if you have opted for the vegan or vegetarian route.

AIM Fit n Fiber will help to increase the fibre content of the diet and therefore slow down gastric emptying which will, in turn, slow down the speed that carbohydrates are released as sugar (glucose) into the blood. A highfibre diet goes a long way to help keep blood sugar levels stable.

AIM FloraFood will provide healthy bacteria if you feel that your gut microbiota needs support.

AIMega as always to improve the intake of essential fatty acids, which are ALWAYS critical to all aspects of brain and mental health.

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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.

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, inflammation fighting activity and immune system support. Available in powder and vegan 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.

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. It 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.

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 fibre and cleansing herbs, helps maintain bowel regularity, provides dietary fibre and aids in detoxification. Helps maintain healthy cholesterol and blood sugar levels.

Available in vegan capsules, raspberry flavour, and unflavoured.

Para 90 A unique combination of herbs that helps cleanse parasites.

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

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Combines ginkgo biloba with the curcumin, ashwagandha, black pepper extract and the carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin to provide overall support for your neuro health. Specifically targets mental acuity, vision, and circulation.

Cardiovascular Health

Men’s Health

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, triglyceride levels and healthy gums.

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.

CellSparc 360

GarlicAIM

GarlicAIM is a dietary supplement that targets cardiovascular health with a unique combination of three types of garlic.

General Health CranVerry+ Cranberry extract 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 that assists with the relief of constipation and assists with support and maintenance of the gastrointestinal tract.

Proancynol 2000 A combination of green tea, grape seed extract, alpha-lipoic acid, and other powerful antioxidants, helps fight free radicals and maintain a healthy immune system.

ReAssure SP

Active Health Fit ’n Fiber

Is a prebiotic fibre supplement with heart-healthy soluble and insoluble fibre. Soluble fibre has been linked to reduced appetite. 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 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.

Maintains healthy 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.

Women’s Health 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.

Renewed Balance Body cream contains natural plant-derived ingredients that work synergistically. Both women and men may derive health benefits from this product.

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A Warm Welcome

Over 40 years ago, The AIM Companies™ first opened its doors to anyone interested in the benefits of nutrition exclusively from barley grass. Many of those who chose to include this green juice powder in their dietary intakes also took advantage of the opportunity to become AIM independent distributors: Members who share all that AIM nutrition has to offer.

All Members receive wholesale pricing on products they order. This advantage requires an initial membership fee of only R200.00. Free annual membership renewals are available with a minimum in personal purchases according to title.

In the past, AIM has also had guest customers who purchased products at retail prices without membership requirements or benefits.

Their purchases neither accrued any credits that could be used for discounts nor generated any rebates if ordered through independent distributors.

This has changed as part of the enhancements made to the Member Income Plan, which warmly welcomes AIM Customers to the opportunity provided by The AIM Companies.

Offering a New Choice The AIM Customer • • •

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To Make it easy for anyone to order direct from AIM For People interested in AIM products for personal or family use but not building a business Beneficial to AIM Members in their efforts to share AIM products

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AIM Customer Rewards

Loyalty

Even if you are not interested in having an AIM membership, as an AIM Customer you receive special pricing when ordering products and accrue Loyalty Reward credits that can be used the same as cash on future orders within a six-month period.

Credits Add Up to Savings

For every R100.00 spent on products in a single order, AIM Customers earn 1 Loyalty Reward credit.

In addition to savings through the Loyalty Reward credits, given that the initial and follow-up orders are both over R1000.00, AIM Customers receive FREE standard shipping on those orders. Although not eligible for volume discounts on products, AIM Customers have the option of further savings by ordering Starter Packs, Combination Packs and 6-packs of any AIM product, all of which add up to discounted pricing.

Being a loyal AIM Customer means being rewarded!

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More AIM Customer Benefits

Transitioning to AIM Member

Along with free standard shipping for product orders of R1000.00 or more, you never have to pay a fee to remain an AIM Customer and your account will never expire. These are just a few reasons why you are also referred to as a Favoured Customer.

Options at AIM

As an AIM Customer, you’ll likely know a Member, aka sponsor, who introduced you to AIM. If not, a sponsor will be assigned to you for personal customer support, which is why your sponsor can earn rebates on your product orders. At the same time, you earn Loyalty Reward credits for buying your products. It’s an earn-earn situation for everyone associated with AIM!

Any time an AIM Customer decides to become an AIM Member, the transition is easy. Just pay a membership fee of R200.00 and the benefits of membership are yours, including wholesale prices, volume discounts, and the ability to sponsor other AIM Members and Customers to build your own rebate-earning AIM business as detailed in the Member Income Plan.

Giving people options to order products as AIM Members or AIM Customers and providing benefits for either choice reflects the determination of The AIM Companies to go above and beyond delivering nutrition that works.

AIM Customer Benefits • • • • • •

Loyalty Rewards Points earn one loyalty reward point for every R100 Loyalty Reward redeemable towards your next AIM product purchase within 6 months Special Customer Pricing within a few rands of AIM Member price Free Shipping on orders of R1000 or greater using the standard shipping method No Fees AIM Customers do not pay an AIM membership/ renewal fee No membership requirements

Final preparations are in progress for the AIM Customer option.

Stay tuned for a launch announcement coming soon!

How does an AIM Customer benefit me?

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Earn rebates on the BVP of your Customer’s product purchases, the same you earn on a personally sponsored Wholesale Member Provides you with flexibility when promoting and sharing AIM products with others Easy for the Customer to become a Member at any time simply by paying the initial membership fee

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CELL FOOD

The importance of a

Healthy Gut

By Charlotte Meschede - Nutritionist

If I was asked to give only ONE health tip that I had gleaned from my 44 years in clinical practice, I would say this: LOOK AFTER YOUR GUT! In my experience, most people, doctors and other medical practitioners included, tend to take the health of our digestive systems for granted.

This is probably because the gut can, and is designed, to take care of itself, much like a well-run corporation.

However, as in a large business, when one department is not working well, it eventually will impact the efficacy of another one. Separate divisions in any enterprise are not islands, as they rely on the efficient functioning of all the other departments around them and a fault in one of them will eventually be manifested in the other. Such is our digestive system. The entire digestive tract is not only designed so we can put food in our mouths, chew it, swallow it and transport it to the stomach and small intestine, where the nutrients and other good stuff can be absorbed and then into the large intestine, from which all the indigestible remains are excreted. The gut is now considered to be a complex microbial ecosystem, which impacts many of our cellular pathways including detoxification, immunity, brain health, hormonal feedback mechanisms, neural pathways and many others. The gut and the brain are therefore intricately connected through a complex network of compounds released by the

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microbiota in the digestive tract, to nerve cells and pathways that enable us to respond to different stimuli.

How can we ensure that we maintain a healthy gut?

In order for the gut microbiota to function optimally, there has to be sufficient prebiotics, which are the compounds that help to support the healthy bacteria as well as the probiotics, which are the bacteria themselves. Prebiotics include both soluble and insoluble fibres that are found in whole unrefined grains as well starchy vegetables such as potatoes, sweet potatoes, butternut, pumpkin, beetroots and carrots AND those indigestible fibres that are found in green leafy vegetables.

Dietary trends that encourage ‘keto-type’ diets, such as the very low carbohydrate, high-fat diets promoted by many endocrinologists and physicians, may impact the health of gut microbiota in a negative way if insufficient of these vegetables are not eaten on a regular basis. If you do follow a low carbohydrate or keto-type diet, then you will need to supplement with fibre and one of the best recommendations I can make is AIM Fit n Fiber.

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AIM FloraFood provides a combination of 3 of the most common species of healthy bacteria in the gut. Probiotics facilitate the production of many important nutrients such as vitamin B12, B6 and vitamin K. I have had several patients over the years that seem to ‘live’ with either chronic constipation or diarrhea and never do anything about it.

Sadly, BOTH conditions will destroy the gut if they are not adequately treated. If people rely on chemical stimulating laxatives to make their bowels move, then they will end up with a lazy, enlarged large intestine that will NEVER function without this stimulation. The longer they take these kinds of laxatives, the more they will rely on them, develop tolerance (the dose will have to be continuously increased) and a condition called an atonic (has no muscle contraction whatsoever) megacolon (large floppy bowel), in which the fecal mass collects and sits until evacuation through chemical stimulus or surgical intervention.

Another problem in westernized diets, is the impact of all the artificial colorants, flavour enhancers, artificial sweeteners and other additives, such as emulsifiers and stabilizers which are present in all processed foods.

These chemicals can disrupt hormonal regulation, not only in the gut but in several metabolic pathways.

I CONCLUDE in repeating, please look after your GUT!

Chronic diarrhea will ultimately lead to multi-nutrient deficiencies as the transit time in the gut increases, and there is less opportunity to absorb nutrients.

“Health is the thing that makes you feel that NOW is the best time of the year.”

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MANAGING RESOURCES

Regulatory environment for

Health Supplement & Complementary Medicines

By Elsa Havenga - Regulatory Affairs Pharmacist (B.Sc Pharmacy) There is considerable legislation pertaining to both foodstuffs such as BarleyLife, Health Supplements such as AIMega and Complementary Medicines such as Proancynol 2000.

The legislation includes - The Medicines and Related Substances Act, 101 of 1965, The Complementary and Alternative Medicinal Substances (CAMS) Guidelines on Complementary Medicines, and Health Supplements, and the Regulations Relating to the Labelling and Advertising of Foodstuffs.

There is also the Consumer Protection Act (CPA), Act 68 of 2008 which came into effect on 1 April 2011. This Act has far-reaching effects on products sold to consumers.

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The Act identifies the responsibilities that are imposed on suppliers to make sure that the interests of consumers are protected during transactions.

Amongst the nine consumer rights listed in the Act, the following are especially important to take note of: 1.

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Fair and responsible marketing.

Fair and honest dealing.

Disclosure of information.

Fair, just and reasonable terms and conditions.

Fair value, good quality and safety.

The right to hold a supplier accountable.

MANAGING RESOURCES

SAHPRA (South African Health Product Regulatory Authority) is responsible for assuring that all medicines are safe, effective, and of good quality. Therefore, the requirements for these products (Health supplements and Complementary Medicines) have been made stricter as some of the active ingredients in these products may cause adverse reactions, especially some of the botanical ingredients. SAHPRA is amending and enforcing these strict requirements on an on-going basis as they also learn how to manage these products.

All the above-mentioned legislation and guidelines affect the way in which AIM Africa, with the support of AIM International conduct the marketing of our products. The importation of many AIM products into South Africa has become increasingly difficult over the past five years.

We have to comply with the requirements immediately, to be able to import the products, therefore it is not always possible to timeously inform our members and their clients of these changes.

One of the many new regulations requires the addition of a Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) to each unit to be released by Port Health when entering South Africa. These PIL’s include many new label requirements which include the use of the terms like patient and medicine. This is similar to AIM products sold in Australia which are labeled as Listed Medicines and in Canada which are labeled as Natural Health Products. The labels in these countries also have risk statements and verbiage that is more restrictive.

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CELL FOOD

AIMing for

Vitamin

Most people are aware of the vitamins they need to stay healthy. The ones that immediately come to mind are the first letters of the alphabet: A, B, C, D and E. For the most part, getting these essential nutrients primarily from your whole-food intake is the way to go.

One vitamin that may not immediately jump to the front of the nutrient line is fat-soluble K, named after the word koagulation from the German language. Vitamin K is required for coagulation, the formation of blood clots, wherein liquid blood thickens into a gel, an essential process for healing from injuries.

Along with blood coagulation, vitamin K plays a cofactor role for the proteins involved in bone building, calcification prevention and cell-function regulation. Unfortunately, your body does not store much vitamin K, so it is rapidly depleted. All of the functions that require this nutrient can be affected if you do not get enough from your dietary intake.

Green leafy vegetables give you the predominant form of vitamin K1 , also known as phylloquinone.

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Then there’s vitamin K2 as a range of forms called menaquinones, which are found in fermented foods, dairy and other animal products. K2 is also synthesized by your gut bacteria.

AIM provides exceptionally healthy ways to supplement your intake of vitamin K1 from two plant-based powders: BarleyLife and CoCoa LeafGreens.

Each 4-gram serving of BarleyLife delivers 94 micrograms of vitamin K1, just one of the nutritious benefits of the juice powder of young barley leaves. The recommended two 4-gram servings of CoCoa LeafGreens gives you 84 micrograms of vitamin K1 from its powder combination of leafy greens and cocoa beans.

Given that you should get most of your vitamin K and other essential nutrients from plant sources, both BarleyLife and CoCoa LeafGreens fit the bill with supplemental whole food.

Reference

bit.ly/BeneficialVitaminK

PERSONAL PRODUCTIVITY

AIM Pop-Up Kit for Members If you are wanting to plan an in-person event to promote the health benefits of AIM products, consider renting the Pop-Up Kit that was put together specifically for Member use.

Members who have organized meetings or shows know just how time-consuming it can be. The AIM Pop-Up Kit can save you a lot of time with ready-to-use presentations, promotional literature and display materials. Simply call AIM to rent and arrange for a courier to collect it from the office.

For R800 Rental Fee and R800 Refundable Deposit you get the following:

Pop-Up Kit Contents -

3 Professional Banners 1 Your Journey Starts Here 2 Digestive Health 3 Whole-Body Health

To be Returned

2 Great Presentations 1 Digestive Health 2 Whole-Body Health

2.5 Meter Table Cloth

[Flash Drive PowerPoint]

FREE AIM Literature: 20 x Price lists 20 x Living Well Magazines 20 x Fresh Focus Booklets 20 x Product Brochure 1 x Welcome Pack Containing: • 1 x Welcome Letter • 1 x Application and Order Form • 1 x Living Well Magazine • 1 x Health is Wealth Booklet • 1 x Fresh Focus Booklet • 1 x Price List (Courier fees to transport to and from the office is for the Member’s account)

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CELL ENVIRONMENT

FOOD

Avenue

The AIM Companies™ has been providing supplemental nutrition since 1982. A year after its inception, the Healthy Cell Concept™ was published to highlight five avenues to good health. Well-being begins with taking care of your cells, the building blocks of your body.

Emphasizing a wholesome, dietary intake in conjunction with the use of AIM nutrition, food is one of the five avenues that comprise the Healthy Cell Concept. The nutrition you give your body affects the function, growth, repair and replication of the trillions of cells in your body.

Cell Renewal

Your body replaces cells on a regular basis. Within a span of 80 to 100 days, 30 trillion cells get replenished, amounting to a new you cell-wise.

If the cells your body replaces are created on fuel from foods that are mostly fast, packaged, processed or red meat-based, then it’s an unhealthy case of you are what you eat.

On the other hand, nutrition from plant-based, whole foods as close to their natural state as possible contribute to the replication of healthy cells. Daily servings of a variety of nutritious, fiber-rich fruits and vegetables, healthy sources of protein and fats all provide wholesome fuel for your cells and the energy they produce.

The overall result of strolling down a wholesome Food Avenue most of your life is that you are more likely to experience good health. AIM nutrition contributes a supplemental wholesomeness.

Increasing your intake of nutrients and phytonutrients from AIM’s selection of whole-food powders and natural health products is a lifestyle choice that supports healthy cells.

Reference

bit.ly/CellReplenlishing

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Kidz Corner Cut out the veggies below and create your own veggie garden in the garden above

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Congratulations!

Member Promotion

We would like to congratulate the following Members on their promotions:

Sylana Brink

AIM USA 3923 E. Flamingo Ave Nampa, ID 83687-3100 Phone 208-465-5116 Fax 208-463-2189 aimonline@aimintl.com

Promoted to Director in April 2022

Ansie Van Den Bosch

Promoted to Director in May 2022

Orrianne Hall

AIM CANADA OFFICE #390-2025 W. 42nd Ave Vancouver, BC V6M2B5 Phone 604-263-8497 Toll-free 888-343-9977 Fax 604-263-8455 aimcanada@aimintl.com

Promoted to Director in May 2022

Clarissa Witten

Promoted to Director in May 2022

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International Offices

AIM Africa Inc.

AIM UNITED KINGDOM Within the UK Phone (020) 7089 2640 Fax (020) 2089 2641 aimordersuk@aimintl.com From outside the UK Phone +44 20 7089 2640 Fax +44 20 7089 2641 AIM AUSTRALIA P.O. Box 3081 Nunawading Victoria 3131 Phone 1300-880-908 Fax 1300-880-918 From outside Australia Phone 61-3-9874-8311 Fax 61-3-9874-7402 aimaustralia@aimintl.com AIM NEW ZEALAND Within Auckland: Phone 64-9-537-5809 Fax 64-9537-5904 From outside Auckland: Phone 0800-480-333 Fax 0800-480-555