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Wednesday, February 27, 2008

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Friday, February 22, 2008

SORRY IT'S BEEN AWHILE

I have been busy with work,time deadlines, and grant writing for a conservation group we are forming. The other moderator has been busy with her online business as well. Anyway, I am posting here, as well as my other blogs. Feel free to visit all of them.


Hawaii Reef Divers

USANA DIFFERENCE

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USANA CHOICE BLOG


We are busy updating sites, landing pages, and also, make things more efficient by adding communication and live support functions on each of the pages..

Thanks again for your understanding

Higher plasma vitamin C concentrations predict lower risk of stroke in adults

Higher plasma vitamin C concentrations predict lower risk of stroke in adults

To date, clinical trials have not shown significant benefit of vitamin C supplementation in reducing stroke risk, but they have not examined the relation between plasma vitamin C concentrations and stroke risk in a general population.

A recent study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition examined the relation between baseline plasma vitamin C concentrations and risk of incident stroke in a British population of over 20,000 adult men and women. The participants completed a health questionnaire and attended a clinic during 1993"1997. After an average follow-up time of 9.5 years, the participants in the top fourth of plasma vitamin C levels had a 42% lower risk of stroke compared to those with the lowest levels. These results were independent of age, sex, smoking, BMI, blood pressure, cholesterol, physical activity, diabetes, social class, alcohol consumption, and any supplement use.

Plasma vitamin C concentrations, therefore, may act as an indicator of lifestyle or other factors associated with reduced stroke risk and may be helpful in determining those at high risk of stroke.

American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, Vol. 87, No. 1, 64-69, January 2008

VISION BUILDERS CONFERENCE CALLS MARCH 27th- March 1st 2008

Health and Freedom '08
Online Tele-seminar

Wednesday - Feb. 27th - 7:30PM MST

Dial-in #: 1-712-580-1800
Access Code: 353644#

Online Presentation Link

This Health & Freedom Presentation introduces the #1 Rated Home Based Business opportunity! Learn how to obtain True Health and Financial Freedom.

Thursday Morning
Health and Freedom '08
Online Tele-seminar

Thursday - Feb. 28th - 9:00AM MST

Dail in #: 1-712-580-1800
Access Code: 353644#

Online Presentation Link

This Health & Freedom Presentation introduces the #1 Rated Home Based Business opportunity! Learn how to obtain True Health and Financial Freedom.


Saturday Morning
BDS Fast-Start Training
Online Tele-seminar

Saturday - Mar. 1st - 8:00AM MST

Dial-in #: 1-712-580-1800
Access Code: 353644#

Online Presentation Link

Business Development System Training is the Games Plan Meeting! For ALL New Associates and their SPONSORS - BDS Kit required. Q&A Session.


Attend The Online Tele-seminars

To join the Tele-seminar use the Dial-in Number and Access Code listed above. Lines will open 15 minutes early for introductions and the presentation will begin promptly as scheduled.
To View the Presentation Slides Online simply Click the Online Presentation Link provided with each call. The links are unique for each tele-seminar are a good only for this weeks presentations. New links will be sent each week. Schedules for the up-coming week are e-mailed every Friday. NOTE: The specific date, time, phone number and access code for each call are subject to change.



More Resourses:
Tele-Seminar Schedule USANA Wealth Resource The Power of YOU and Two!

Here is how to make your investment friends jealous.

Here is how to make your investment friends jealous.

Let's say that you have $100 to invest. Where would you invest it?

You could be safe and put that $100 in a bank savings account. At 5% interest, you would get a nice, safe, guaranteed return of $5 at the end of the year.

Of course the government wants its share of taxes, so you'd only be left with about $3.50 net. While this is very safe, it's probably not your idea of successful investing.

So why not try investing in the stock market?

Maybe you could invest in some company that you are very familiar with. You'd like to have an inside view or advantage, so you'll stick with a company you intimately know.

Now you buy one share of that company's stock for $100. Because you have inside information, your share of stock appreciates to $200 at the end of the year.

Wow! That's a 100% return on your investment. Pretty smart, don't you think?

Not really.

What if you did this?

You invest the $100 in a classified ad in the local newspaper. By adding a little personal work to your money investment, you successfully recruit one new serious distributor.

And with a little more personal effort, you train your new distributor to be productive.

Your return? An extra $50 a month in bonus income. That's $600 extra per year! That's a 600% return on your investment.

Pretty smart.

But it gets better.

What if you invested the $100 in training?

Maybe you invested the $100 to go to your company's regional training seminar. At the seminar, you learned how to prospect and recruit new distributors without running an ad.

In other words, you won't have to spend $100 to run an ad every time you want to locate and sponsor a new distributor. Instead, you've learned expert methods of locating hot prospects without having to spend any money.

Now you can sponsor one new distributor every month who earns you an extra $50 in monthly income. At the end of the year, you'd have an extra monthly income of $600. That's $7,200 extra a year -- a 7,200% return on your investment.

And that's the kind of investment return that separates part-time distributors from financially independent leaders.

HEALTHY COOKING - THOUGHT THIS WAS COOL

Zucchini with Cheese Spread

1 large green zucchini
1/3 cup fat free cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup red bell pepper, finely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
2 drops red pepper sauce
1 green onion with tops, thinly sliced

Partially score zucchini peel with a fork. Slice zucchini into 1/4-inch slices. Mix remaining ingredients except green onion until well blended. Spread 1-2 teaspoons cream cheese mixture onto each slice of zucchini and place on a serving platter. Sprinkle with green onion, cover, and refrigerate for 1 hour or until firm.

Makes approximately 16 pieces
Serving Size: 2 pieces

Nutrients per serving:
Calories: 38
Total fat: trace
Saturated fat: trace
Cholesterol: 2 mg
Sodium: 140 mg
Carbohydrate: 4 grams
Protein: 4 grams
Dietary fiber: 2 gram

* Your Mood Can Impact Your Heart: Dr. Mallika Marshall Explains, On The Saturday Early Show *

* Your Mood Can Impact Your Heart: Dr. Mallika Marshall Explains, On The Saturday Early Show *

There's evidence of a link between how you feel emotionally and how healthy your heart is.

Medical contributor Dr. Mallika Marshall explained it on The Saturday Early Show, in the final part of the weeklong Early Show series, "Early Keeps the Beat,

Marshall says there's "clearly a mind-body connection. The brain collects signals from all over the body and translates them into instructions, telling various organs how to function, including our hearts. ..."

(Go to this link for complete news story)

http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2008/02/15/earlyshow/saturday/main3837538.shtml

Saturday, February 9, 2008

The Two Choices We Face

by Jim Rohn

Each of us has two distinct choices to make about what we will do with our lives. The first choice we can make is to be less than we have the capacity to be. To earn less. To have less. To read less and think less. To try less and discipline ourselves less. These are the choices that lead to an empty life. These are the choices that, once made, lead to a life of constant apprehension instead of a life of wondrous anticipation.

And the second choice? To do it all! To become all that we can possibly be. To read every book that we possibly can. To earn as much as we possibly can. To give and share as much as we possibly can. To strive and produce and accomplish as much as we possibly can. All of us have the choice.

To do or not to do. To be or not to be. To be all or to be less or to be nothing at all.

Like the tree, it would be a worthy challenge for us all to stretch upward and outward to the full measure of our capabilities. Why not do all that we can, every moment that we can, the best that we can, for as long as we can?

Our ultimate life objective should be to create as much as our talent and ability and desire will permit. To settle for doing less than we could do is to fail in this worthiest of undertakings.

Results are the best measurement of human progress. Not conversation. Not explanation. Not justification. Results! And if our results are less than our potential suggests that they should be, then we must strive to become more today than we were the day before. The greatest rewards are always reserved for those who bring great value to themselves and the world around them as a result of who and what they have become.

To Your Success,
Jim Rohn

This article was submitted by Jim Rohn, America's Foremost Business Philosopher. To subscribe to the Free Jim Rohn Weekly E-zine go to www.jimrohn.com or send a blank email to subscribe@jimrohn.com
Copyright © 2008 Jim Rohn International. All rights reserved worldwide.

Tuesday, February 5, 2008

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To read more: Just Say No to Statins

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USANA 2008 International Convention

We have just learned that, in addition to Dr. Myron Wentz and Denis Waitley, keynote speakers at the USANA 2008 International Convention, will include:


Robert Kiyosaki - http://www.richdad.com/


Paul Zane Pilzer - http://www.paulzanepilzer.com/


Tim Sales - http://www.mlmbrilliance.com/about-tim-sales.cfm



This is the first time in history that all of these speakers have appeared at the same venue together, and USANA made it happen!


Many people would pay hundreds of dollars to hear just ONE of these outstanding speakers. Now they have the opportunity to hear ALL of them just for the low price of a USANA Convention ticket.


Please pass this information on to all of your USANA team members, and encourage them to register for Convention NOW while the Early Bird ticket price is still in effect.

Vision

Vision


What will the next decade hold for you? Vision is the capacity to look beyond the moment into the vast potential of tomorrow. What is your vision?

We read in the bible about King Solomon, who in his timeless wisdom said, "Where there is no vision, the people perish." I'd like to paraphrase that statement, "Where there is no vision, a company fails." It's no accident that one of the phrases Dr. Wentz seems most fond of - and that I've heard hundreds of times over the years is, "Share my Vision."

Dr. Wentz has given voice to his vision: "I dream of a world free from pain and suffering. I dream of a world free from disease. The USANA family will be the healthiest family on earth". I'm certain some people may view Dr. Wentz' vision as impractical - or even impossible. I don't know...maybe Dr. Wentz even feels a bit uncomfortable being called a visionary. The truth is, a vision is little more than an empty dream until it is widely shared and accepted. Once that happens, it acquires the force necessary to move an organization in the intended direction. And look at us! Look at the direction we're headed. We will soon be a billion dollar company! I am proud to report that Dr. Wentz is surrounded by people who have adopted his vision and made it our own. USANA has empowered us to take a stand for our preferred future.

I realize building this business can be a bit scary at times. It takes some courage to do what we do. In order to be successful in building a USANA business we're forced to eliminate caution, we must step outside our comfort zone. Let me share three strategies that have helped me and may help you clarify your vision and reach beyond your fear:

1. Get to higher ground.

One of my favorite video clips is of Dr. Wentz standing on top of a mountain in Switzerland. You might have seen it; the camera pans around him and it appears he is looking out over the entire earth. Symbolically, we need to do the same thing...broaden our perspective and see ourselves in that big picture. Dream big. Don't sweat the small stuff. Occasionally I get a call that goes something like this: "I just got my order and one of my nutrimeal cans has a dent in it." Here is another favorite: "I don't think USANA is putting as much cotton in the top of the Poly C bottle as they used to."
Can I be frank? These people have failed the vision test!

2. Craft your own vision.

We can and should share Dr. Wentz' vision, but we need to personalize it. Tell your own story. I promise you, if you're passionate about it, your story will evolve over time. When I first started building my business back in 1994, I envisioned earning $100.00 a month. I was coming from a place of scarcity and low self-esteem. I knew I wanted to keep my daughter on the USANA products so I had to figure out a way to make $100.00 a month so I could afford to stay on autoship. I started telling our story and wow...the checks kept coming. My vision improved! As I began making a difference in the lives of others my own life began to change dramatically. I was able to look forward to a time that hadn't yet arrived. Before long I could see it and feel it as though it was real. And now it is.

3. Wake up and go to work.

Give your vision substance. Take action. If your vision stays in your mind...it is simply wishful thinking. Initiate conversations. Pick up the phone. Set up appointments. Tell your story. Use the USANA tools. Show the plan. You get my point. I've learned a valuable lesson by associating with some of USANA's elite athletes. Even professional athletes drag themselves to the gym. You simply have to exercise to get the energy to exercise. Building your business is exactly the same. I promise you won't sponsor 100% of the people you don't talk to! Just do it...ultimately, the power to achieve our vision lies within us.

Let me ask again: What will the next decade hold for you? Can you predict your future? Yes, you can - because you can create it.

Collette Larsen
USANA's Top Earner and 10-Star Diamond Director


Keywords:

AHA Scientific Statements, Alice Clegg, Alternative Medicine, antioxidants, body building, Business Opportunity, Calcium, California, Cancer, cardiovascular, diseases, cooking, diets, fitness, food, health, health and freedom, Jason Kilgore, Kilgore and USANA, Kilgore Defense Institute, Kilgore MMA, Martial Arts, men’s health, Mexico USANA, Minerals, mydreams.usana.com, nutrition, Healthy Brain, Cardiorespiratory fitness, nutritional, Recipes, Safety, Sierra Foothills Karate, nutrition, advice, sports, Sports Health, Sports Nutrition, Acupressure, Stress Management, USANA, Usana and Alice Clegg, Usana and Jason Kilgore, Usana and Sierra Foothills Karate, USANA HEALTH SCIENCES, USANA HEALTH SCIENCES DISTRIBUTOR, Traditional Chinese medicine, massage, herbs, botany, marine biology, aquaculture, sea, ocean, Utah, vitamins, wellness, Wellness Misphitz, women, fitness, womens health, Tim Sales, Naturopathic Medicine, integritas group, STI, Health and Freedom, Oriental Medicine, Acupuncture, DAOM, OMD, Metabolic Syndrome, Skin conditions, Journal of Family Practice, Complementary & Alternative Medicine, homeopathic remedies, B vitamins -- folic acid and B12, Alternative Healthcare Professional, Mind Body Health, Cherimoya, Massage Programs, Body Therapy Programs, Asian Holistic Health & massage, Chinese and other Asian systems of medicine, Tui Na Certificate, Tui Na Hand Techniques, CPR/First Aid, Asian Body Therapy, safeliving@usana.com, Mexico USANA, Ocean Conservancy

Explore: The Journal of Science and Healing

Explore: The Journal of Science and Healing
Explore: The Journal of Science and Healing is an interdisciplinary journal that addresses evidence-based healing practices from a wide variety of sources, including conventional, alternative, and cross-cultural medicine. Written for a broad spectrum of healthcare professionals, the journal explores the healing arts, consciousness, spirituality, eco-environmental issues, and basic science as these fields relate to health.

In addition to research, features include: an editorial by Larry Dossey, MD; an interview with a prominent thought leader; columns on ethnomedicine, diet and health, environmental medicine, nursing, education, death and dying, and medicine on the front lines. More information

Ask Dr. Orloff About Intuitive Healing

Ask Dr. Orloff About Intuitive Healing

You have guidance and protection all around you, from the moment you are born to the day you die. Call it your guardian angels, your ancestors, a higher power, or simply love, you are not as alone as you may think. In "Step Four of Intuitive Healing: Ask For Inner Guidance" Judith Orloff, M.D. presents tips for how you can request inner guidance. She cautions you to have fun and not to try too hard. View more


Keywords:

AHA Scientific Statements, Alice Clegg, Alternative Medicine, antioxidants, body building, Business Opportunity, Calcium, California, Cancer, cardiovascular, diseases, cooking, diets, fitness, food, health, health and freedom, Jason Kilgore, Kilgore and USANA, Kilgore Defense Institute, Kilgore MMA, Martial Arts, men’s health, Mexico USANA, Minerals, mydreams.usana.com, nutrition, Healthy Brain, Cardiorespiratory fitness, nutritional, Recipes, Safety, Sierra Foothills Karate, nutrition, advice, sports, Sports Health, Sports Nutrition, Acupressure, Stress Management, USANA, Usana and Alice Clegg, Usana and Jason Kilgore, Usana and Sierra Foothills Karate, USANA HEALTH SCIENCES, USANA HEALTH SCIENCES DISTRIBUTOR, Traditional Chinese medicine, massage, herbs, botany, marine biology, aquaculture, sea, ocean, Utah, vitamins, wellness, Wellness Misphitz, women, fitness, womens health, Tim Sales, Naturopathic Medicine, integritas group, STI, Health and Freedom, Oriental Medicine, Acupuncture, DAOM, OMD, Metabolic Syndrome, Skin conditions, Journal of Family Practice, Complementary & Alternative Medicine, homeopathic remedies, B vitamins -- folic acid and B12, Alternative Healthcare Professional, Mind Body Health, Cherimoya, Massage Programs, Body Therapy Programs, Asian Holistic Health & massage, Chinese and other Asian systems of medicine, Tui Na Certificate, Tui Na Hand Techniques, CPR/First Aid, Asian Body Therapy, safeliving@usana.com, Mexico USANA, Ocean Conservancy

2-Star Diamonds in Denton, TX this Thursday Night


2-Star Diamonds in Denton, TX this Thursday Night

We are so pleased and excited to announce to you that 2 Star Diamond Directors Bryan & Layda Morris are joining us for the Health and Freedom Presentation this Thursday night!

Bryan and Layda have shattered records for achievement in USANA, advancing their business to the million dollar mark and 2 star level in only FOUR years!

If you were fortunate enough to have heard them at the recent STI Live event in San Antonio, you already know they have an incredible passion for what they do. Even if you missed STI, NOW is the time to SUPERCHARGE your business by bringing your guests to the Health and Freedom this Thursday in Denton.

Our team is so excited to have Bryan and Layda joining us this week; we hope to see you there and wish you good health and massive success in your business.

Here are the details:

USANA Health & Freedom Presentation
Date: Thursday Night, February 7th
Time: 7:30-8:30pm (Please arrive at 7:10)

HOLIDAY INN
1434 Centre Place Drive
Denton, TX 76205
I-35 E. (Teasley Lane Exit 465A)
BEHIND JOHNNY CARINOS RESTAURANT
Hotel Phone: (940) 383-4100

Cost: $5 for Associates, Guests FREE

What an excellent opportunity to share the gift of USANA with those you care about.

Thanks Everybody,

Jason Levi
Silver Director
Platinum Pacesetter
USANA Games Winner
STI Rookie of the Year Finalist


Keywords:

AHA Scientific Statements, Alice Clegg, Alternative Medicine, antioxidants, body building, Business Opportunity, Calcium, California, Cancer, cardiovascular, diseases, cooking, diets, fitness, food, health, health and freedom, Jason Kilgore, Kilgore and USANA, Kilgore Defense Institute, Kilgore MMA, Martial Arts, men’s health, Mexico USANA, Minerals, mydreams.usana.com, nutrition, Healthy Brain, Cardiorespiratory fitness, nutritional, Recipes, Safety, Sierra Foothills Karate, nutrition, advice, sports, Sports Health, Sports Nutrition, Acupressure, Stress Management, USANA, Usana and Alice Clegg, Usana and Jason Kilgore, Usana and Sierra Foothills Karate, USANA HEALTH SCIENCES, USANA HEALTH SCIENCES DISTRIBUTOR, Traditional Chinese medicine, massage, herbs, botany, marine biology, aquaculture, sea, ocean, Utah, vitamins, wellness, Wellness Misphitz, women, fitness, womens health, Tim Sales, Naturopathic Medicine, integritas group, STI, Health and Freedom, Oriental Medicine, Acupuncture, DAOM, OMD, Metabolic Syndrome, Skin conditions, Journal of Family Practice, Complementary & Alternative Medicine, homeopathic remedies, B vitamins -- folic acid and B12, Alternative Healthcare Professional, Mind Body Health, Cherimoya, Massage Programs, Body Therapy Programs, Asian Holistic Health & massage, Chinese and other Asian systems of medicine, Tui Na Certificate, Tui Na Hand Techniques, CPR/First Aid, Asian Body Therapy, safeliving@usana.com, Mexico USANA, Ocean Conservancy

Star Diamond Director, Susan Waitley

Your 200 “No”s will lead to your Successful “Yes’s”


At the Diamond University in Minneapolis, Star Diamond Director, Susan Waitley, challenged us to enthusiastically share Usana and gather at least 200 “No’s”.


Why did she say that? We want “Yes’s”!!!


1. Most people need to hear about something at least 7 times before they make a positive decision and take action. Yet, most Associates give up on them after only 1-2 “No’s” Find creative ways to “Drip on them lightly 8 times,” as Lyndon Redmond, another Star Diamond would say.


2. “No” can mean “Not now, the timing isn’t right.” Or “No, I need to KNOW more first.” Or “No, I am misunderstanding what you said.” Or “No, I’m feeling like you are good at this, but I wouldn’t be. Will I get help?” Or “No, I’ve only met you. I need to get to know you better first.” Or “No, I always say no, no matter what. Come again another time.” Or “No, I feel you are being a little too pushy. Give me space and time.” Etc. etc. etc.


3. The odds are that you will need to speak with 10 people about Usana before you find someone who catches the vision for short or longterm health and finances. Most people aren’t in that space yet. Rejoice when you get a “No, not now” write them down….that means you are closer to a “Yes” and you can just keep in touch creatively and gently with the first group!


4. You’ll be getting great practice, as well as results, as you take massive action.

5. Go out in two’s, so that you can evaluate what you did right with each interview, and where you could improve the next time.

6. Susan asked the crowd to raise their hands if they had received 100 No’s since they started sharing Usana with others…. 200 …. 400…. 500… 1000’s (John Cunningham, 2 Star Diamond, then raised his hand with vigor) In our 12 years, we’ve had thousands pass up this wonderful company too, and it hurts, because we know what they are missing!


It’s a true challenge to help people discover their needs and then see where Usana is a wonderful opportunity. Remember that Diamond Directors constantly hear “No’s” but they persist and keep searching for other potential Gold’s, Rubies, Emeralds and Diamonds. They are rare. They often don’t look like precious gemstores. They are “in the rough” so you might pass them by or give up on them. (Remember that we said no to Usana six times before we actually sat down to go through a presentation. We are SO thankful that our sponsor didn’t give up on us!)


People may not know they are gemstones, because they’ve never had the opportunity or encouragement to jump out of their comfort zones and pursue a marvelous dream. That’s your job. And what an exciting mission! You are simply helping people catch the vision that there is hope for a healthier life, with more time freedom, with a great new world of friends….. with extra income to give away, to save or to enjoy with some extra pleasures.

So…. Start writing down a list of “No’s” to follow up on. Put a great big “H” for “Hooray” when they catch the vision and join your team. And meanwhile, go out and get more “No’s until you find those who are ready to embrace an exciting new life with Usana!

Diamond Director, Deanna (and Dave) Waters, Dr. Wentz Vision Award 2006, Members of the North American Independent Distributor Council 2006, Million Dollar Club, Fortune 100



Keywords:

AHA Scientific Statements, Alice Clegg, Alternative Medicine, antioxidants, body building, Business Opportunity, Calcium, California, Cancer, cardiovascular, diseases, cooking, diets, fitness, food, health, health and freedom, Jason Kilgore, Kilgore and USANA, Kilgore Defense Institute, Kilgore MMA, Martial Arts, men’s health, Mexico USANA, Minerals, mydreams.usana.com, nutrition, Healthy Brain, Cardiorespiratory fitness, nutritional, Recipes, Safety, Sierra Foothills Karate, nutrition, advice, sports, Sports Health, Sports Nutrition, Acupressure, Stress Management, USANA, Usana and Alice Clegg, Usana and Jason Kilgore, Usana and Sierra Foothills Karate, USANA HEALTH SCIENCES, USANA HEALTH SCIENCES DISTRIBUTOR, Traditional Chinese medicine, massage, herbs, botany, marine biology, aquaculture, sea, ocean, Utah, vitamins, wellness, Wellness Misphitz, women, fitness, womens health, Tim Sales, Naturopathic Medicine, integritas group, STI, Health and Freedom, Oriental Medicine, Acupuncture, DAOM, OMD, Metabolic Syndrome, Skin conditions, Journal of Family Practice, Complementary & Alternative Medicine, homeopathic remedies, B vitamins -- folic acid and B12, Alternative Healthcare Professional, Mind Body Health, Cherimoya, Massage Programs, Body Therapy Programs, Asian Holistic Health & massage, Chinese and other Asian systems of medicine, Tui Na Certificate, Tui Na Hand Techniques, CPR/First Aid, Asian Body Therapy, safeliving@usana.com, Mexico USANA, Ocean Conservancy

Low-glycemic meals promote a post-meal environment

Low-glycemic meals promote a post-meal environment that is favorable for reduced food consumption. This may be an advantage in the control of obesity and related disorders, including insulin resistance and type-2 diabetes.

Low-glycemic meals produce favorable leptin and insulin responses, resulting in lower food consumption

In a recent study, metabolic effects of meals with varying glycemic index (GI) were evaluated. In a group of healthy volunteers, glucose, insulin, and leptin responses to two contrasting breakfast cereals were measured. Leptin is a hormone produced by fat cells that indicates the degree of hunger to the hypothalamus of the brain. Lower leptin levels trigger a sense of satiety and decreased hunger.

Meals were provided on two separate occasions in random order after a 12-hour overnight fast, and consisted of 50 g of available carbohydrate from either Corn Flakes (Kellogg's), or Fiber One (General Mills). Blood samples were obtained at rest, and 30, 60, 90 and 120 min after eating. The GI was calculated from the glucose response to the test meal normalized against a 50 g oral glucose load.

The average GI for Corn Flakes was 125 and 49 for Fiber One. These meals were classified as high GI and low GI, respectively, and were significantly different from each other. The insulin response following the low glycemic meal was significantly reduced compared to the high glycemic meal. The high glycemic meal significantly suppressed circulating leptin levels compared to the low glycemic meal.

Lower insulin response and higher circulating leptin levels suggest that low-glycemic meals promote a post-meal environment that is favorable for reduced food consumption; this may be advantageous in the control of obesity and related disorders including insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes.



Keywords:


AHA Scientific Statements, Alice Clegg, Alternative Medicine, antioxidants, body building, Business Opportunity, Calcium, California, Cancer, cardiovascular, diseases, cooking, diets, fitness, food, health, health and freedom, Jason Kilgore, Kilgore and USANA, Kilgore Defense Institute, Kilgore MMA, Martial Arts, men’s health, Mexico USANA, Minerals, mydreams.usana.com, nutrition, Healthy Brain, Cardiorespiratory fitness, nutritional, Recipes, Safety, Sierra Foothills Karate, nutrition, advice, sports, Sports Health, Sports Nutrition, Acupressure, Stress Management, USANA, Usana and Alice Clegg, Usana and Jason Kilgore, Usana and Sierra Foothills Karate, USANA HEALTH SCIENCES, USANA HEALTH SCIENCES DISTRIBUTOR, Traditional Chinese medicine, massage, herbs, botany, marine biology, aquaculture, sea, ocean, Utah, vitamins, wellness, Wellness Misphitz, women, fitness, womens health, Tim Sales, Naturopathic Medicine, integritas group, STI, Health and Freedom, Oriental Medicine, Acupuncture, DAOM, OMD, Metabolic Syndrome, Skin conditions, Journal of Family Practice, Complementary & Alternative Medicine, homeopathic remedies, B vitamins -- folic acid and B12, Alternative Healthcare Professional, Mind Body Health, Cherimoya, Massage Programs, Body Therapy Programs, Asian Holistic Health & massage, Chinese and other Asian systems of medicine, Tui Na Certificate, Tui Na Hand Techniques, CPR/First Aid, Asian Body Therapy, safeliving@usana.com, Mexico USANA, Ocean Conservancy

Metabolic syndrome

Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of disorders that include abdominal obesity, high blood pressure, elevated blood sugar, and unhealthy cholesterol levels. Up to one in four U.S. adults has metabolic syndrome, significantly increasing their risk for diabetes and cardiovascular disease.

Fitness, regardless of body weight, can provide a strong protective effect against premature death in men with metabolic syndrome as well as healthy men.

USANA All Stars: Sony Ericsson WTA Tour

Participating states can play and win!


The top 10 Associates in California, Nevada, Utah, and Arizona who have the highest total CVP growth from February 2 through February 29, 2008 will win two tickets to the Pacific Life Open, a premiere event on the Sony Ericsson WTA Tour.

This is the first of many regional contests USANA will be promoting throughout 2008. Winners of this contest will enjoy the action firsthand while networking with USANA management and other winners in the USANA suite on March 16, 2008. This premiere event of the Sony Ericsson WTA Tour takes place in Indian Wells, California.

Log on to USANAtoday to get full rules and details. And, watch for more contests coming to your area in 2008!

Low-glycemic meals

Low-glycemic meals promote a post-meal environment that is favorable for reduced food consumption. This may be an advantage in the control of obesity and related disorders, including insulin resistance and type-2 diabetes.


Low-glycemic meals produce favorable leptin and insulin responses, resulting in lower food consumption

In a recent study, metabolic effects of meals with varying glycemic index (GI) were evaluated. In a group of healthy volunteers, glucose, insulin, and leptin responses to two contrasting breakfast cereals were measured. Leptin is a hormone produced by fat cells that indicates the degree of hunger to the hypothalamus of the brain. Lower leptin levels trigger a sense of satiety and decreased hunger.

Meals were provided on two separate occasions in random order after a 12-hour overnight fast, and consisted of 50 g of available carbohydrate from either Corn Flakes (Kellogg's), or Fiber One (General Mills). Blood samples were obtained at rest, and 30, 60, 90 and 120 min after eating. The GI was calculated from the glucose response to the test meal normalized against a 50 g oral glucose load.

The average GI for Corn Flakes was 125 and 49 for Fiber One. These meals were classified as high GI and low GI, respectively, and were significantly different from each other. The insulin response following the low glycemic meal was significantly reduced compared to the high glycemic meal. The high glycemic meal significantly suppressed circulating leptin levels compared to the low glycemic meal.

Lower insulin response and higher circulating leptin levels suggest that low-glycemic meals promote a post-meal environment that is favorable for reduced food consumption; this may be advantageous in the control of obesity and related disorders including insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes.

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Associates wrap holiday presents for children in need

Associates wrap holiday presents for children in need


On December 1, 2007, hundreds of USANA Associate gathered with Children’s Hunger Fund to wrap holiday presents for needy children. The annual volunteer effort was highly successful.

If you aren’t able to volunteer your time, we ask that you consider adding CHF to your monthly Autoship or even as a single order by clicking on the shopping cart icon located on USANAtoday or by calling 1-888-950-9595.

Remember, CHF donates $.99 of every dollar to a child in need. Thank you for your support!

Cardiorespiratory fitness reduces the risk of death in men with Metabolic Syndrome

Cardiorespiratory fitness reduces the risk of death in men with Metabolic Syndrome

In a study published in the Archives of Internal Medicine, over 19,000 men were recruited to determine the relationship between cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) and mortality risk in healthy men and those with metabolic syndrome. The study group, which included about 3,800 men with metabolic syndrome, were evaluated for fitness and then followed for up to 17 years.

Healthy men who were out of shape at the beginning of the study were three times as likely as their fit peers to die of cardiovascular disease. While men with metabolic syndrome were 89 percent more likely than healthy men to die of heart disease over the years, men with metabolic syndrome who were unfit had twice the death rate as their fit counterparts.

According to the researchers, "This study strengthens the argument for aggressive public health campaigns aimed at increasing physical activity levels in the population." Fitness, regardless of body weight, can provide a strong protective effect against premature death in men with metabolic syndrome as well as healthy men.



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