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10 essentials
for health and wellness
The 10 essentials were created to suit
every Wellness Seeker. Taking even small
steps in each one will improve your life and
wellness in wonderful ways.
PHYSICAL
1. Breathe Deeply
Deep breathing expels body toxins
faster than any other means.
2. Drink Water
Getting enough water provides an instant
energy boost – and you may even eat less.
3. Sleep Peacefully
Establishing a bedtime routine will help
you sleep longer and more soundly.
4. Eat Nutritiously
Choosing healthy, whole foods minimizes
blood sugar swings.
5. Enjoy Activity
An active lifestyle enables every
system in your body to work better.
EMOTIONAL
6. Give and Receive Love
Heart-focused, sincere and positive
feelings boost the immune system.
7. Be Forgiving
As you let go of negative feelings toward
others, you will find greater peace and optimism.
8. Practice Gratitude
Gratitude brings instant joy, builds
physical defenses and reduces stress.
9. Develop Acceptance
Practicing acceptance clears your mind of
needless anxiety, freeing you to enjoy life.
SPIRITUAL
10. Develop a Relationship with God
As your relationship grows, you will enjoy
all the blessings of unconditional love.
Recognize the effects of stress –
and bring balance back to your life
by Michael r. ellison, ceo & Founder of TriVita, inc.
This April VitaJournal is filled with pertinent information that will help
you as a TriVita Member.
First, please go to page 6 to check the tour cities and dates for the
pre-launch/introduction of Nopalea™, the first product in TriVita’s new
Sonoran Bloom™ product line. Chief Science Officer Brazos Minshew
and I will be traveling to these cities explaining the wellness benefits
of the product and sharing the opportunity for anyone who wants to join
our Affiliate Member network and help us take this product to market.
This is not about selling a product, but simply about sharing materials like our new DVD about the
healing plants of the Sonoran Desert. Just the scenes of the desert in all its beauty make the DVD
worth watching; understanding the wellness benefits of the product is also interesting from both the
scientific and historical perspectives. These desert healing plants have been used for centuries by the
native peoples of the Sonoran Desert.
We will be giving a free 32 oz bottle of Nopalea to each person who attends these presentations, in
addition to a free DVD. If you would like to be a part of something that contributes to the wellness
of those you care about – and you could use extra income for the important things in your life – we
would love the opportunity to meet you in a tour city near you. Again, this is not a selling opportunity,
only a sharing opportunity. Many of our Members simply want to buy products from TriVita, which is
our mission, but there are thousands who also want to be involved in sharing the products with others
and have since become Affiliate Members.
Just one of the products people have chosen to share is Adaptogen 10 Plus®. Its stress-relieving benefits
are unparalleled. For Stress Awareness Month, we are offering it at special pricing. See page 8 for more
details. We have also included other information on stress in this publication that can add great health
benefits when applied to your life. Your body’s stress reaction was meant to protect you; however when
stress becomes consistent, rather than periodic, it can be very harmful to the body and eventually can
even kill you.
By learning your body’s response to stress and recognizing the symptoms, you can better deal with your
stressors and bring balance back to your life. Take this simple test to determine if stress is controlling you:
1. When I feel upset, I don’t know how to calm myself down or how to regain balance for the
remainder of my day.
2. I am often moody, irritable or even angry.
3. I often feel anxious about the events of the day and the future.
4. I seldom turn to friends and family as my support group to help me regain my balance.
Article from Michael Ellison continued on page 29...
If you would like to be a part of something that contributes to
the wellness of those you care about – and you could use extra
income for the important things in your life – we would love
the opportunity to meet you in a tour city near you.
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from Mental Stress?
TriVita’s Sublingual B-12
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6 new product,
new opportunity
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introduce the new Sonoran
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8 is chronic Stress
dragging you down?
Know the warning signs and
how to take control of it.
10 Slow down and
Savor your Food
Chew on these fascinating
facts about healthy eating.
12 cortisol, and its
impact on your Weight
Smart lifestyle choices –
and Leanology® – can help.
In this
issue14 it’s parkinson’s
Awareness Month
Understand the symptoms and
treatment for this mysterious illness.
16 Fred’s Amazing
Journey to Wellness
TriVita products play a key role
in his improved health.
25 Sharon – a “Superstar”
With over 200 referrals
She inspires others with her
real-world experience.
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Our medical board uses their extensive health and
nutrition knowledge to approve proprietary TriVita
supplements based on the latest scientific research and
the health and wellness concerns of our Members.
2. Unique Delivery Systems
Unlike other supplements that can be difficult to
absorb, TriVita supplements are developed for
maximum absorption and effect.
3. Controlled Laboratory Studies
Signature products from TriVita undergo medical
studies and trials at accredited universities and
medical centers to ensure their effectiveness.
4. Purest Natural Ingredients
TriVita uses the highest-quality essential nutrients
available to create effective, body-friendly formulas
without mood altering stimulants
or harmful chemicals.
5. Pharmaceutical-Grade Quality
We voluntarily adhere to the strict manufacturing
guidelines of the Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
6. Third-Party Testing and Certification
In addition to our own quality control, we
commission third-party testing and research to
guarantee that our products are full potency and
meet all regulatory standards.
7. Quality-Controlled
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Safety is a top priority in our packaging and manufacturing;
we inspect each product at least 10 times and use two
safety seals per package on all ingestible products to
guarantee safety, freshness and product potency.
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TriVita’s commitment to science is a driving force
behind our superior quality products, from formulation
to production. Led by our Chief Science Officer and
renowned nutraceutical pioneers, we put the utmost
care into creating products that deliver positive and
lifelong wellness experiences for our Members.
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Scott Conard, M.D., is the founder of TienaHealth,
an organization of medical doctors in primary
care practice who emphasize healthy lifestyles
to maintain wellness. Dr. Conard is considered
a national expert on disease prevention.
TienaHealth also conducts clinical trials.
Scott Conard, M.D.
Founder, TienaHealth
T
hroughout North America, this tax
season can bring anxiety, tension,
worry, stress – to many. This year
especially, with the pressures of the economy
adding more financial woe, you might be
feeling the very real and dramatic effects
of financial loss. I think it’s significant that
mental health professionals rate losing a
job as a “devastating” life event, just like
the death of a spouse.
During Stress Awareness Month in April,
it’s timely to look at the impact stress has
on us, both mentally and physically (see story
on page 8). As you probably know, a certain
amount of stress is just a normal part of life.
But when we have chronic stress, and feel
pressured or overwhelmed much of the time,
our bodies and minds pay a steep price. Here’s
just one example: stress depletes our bodies
of B vitamins.
Linking symptoms of stress
and B-12 deficiency
In my practice, I often see patients suffering
from lack of energy, low moods, fatigue,
irritability and a host of other issues. These
are among the symptoms that also occur with
chronic stress. And it’s amazing how many
times people get dramatic relief from these
problems when they increase their levels of
B-12 by taking a quality supplement.
To clearly see the connection between symptoms
of stress and B-12, consider this information from
Mental Health America (MHA; formerly the
National Mental Health Association). In listing
the various problems caused by stress, the very
first few items include several known to be linked
with B-12 deficiency:
• Headaches, feelings of despair,
lack of energy, sadness, nervousness,
anger, irritability
• Trouble concentrating, memory
problems, trouble sleeping
• Mental health problems, such as panic
attacks, anxiety disorders, depression
Thanks to rigorous studies by my colleagues
in medical research, we know that people who
have a B-12 deficiency suffer many of these
same symptoms, caused by decreased mental
and nerve functioning. These symptoms can
include mental confusion and forgetfulness,
mood swings and even psychotic behavior like
seeing and/or hearing things. Because of these
associations, one of the first things I do when
people complain of these problems is make
sure they are getting enough of the essential
vitamins like B-12.
Older and younger people at risk
Contrary to the view of some, it isn’t only
older adults who are at risk of B-12 deficiencies.
While it is true that the body’s ability to
absorb B vitamins from food decreases with
age, younger people can be deficient, too.
B-12 update
by Dr. Scott Conard
Supplementation may help ease symptoms
When mental stress makes you feel bad,
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... regardless of age, those who
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One study looked at three age groups,
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regardless of age, those who didn’t take a
B-12 supplement were twice as likely to
be B-12 deficient as those who did.
So while research continues into the effects
of chronic stress, I’m confident that this is
yet another area in which B-12 will be found
to play a key role. If you or someone in your life
is struggling with chronic stress, mood issues,
low energy and related symptoms, I urge you to
consider making healthy changes. It’s important
to exercise, eat right and do all you can to
counter the daily stress that each and every one
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As individuals we may not be able to
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Is your health under p
What causes stress, how it affects your b
F
eeling overwhelmed by stress?
A 2007 study of Americans
found that one-third of people
live with extreme stress, and that
can be doing serious harm to both
mental and physical health.
It’s important to remember that
stress can be caused by any kind of
change – large or small. You could
be stressed out from a big event, such
as a family wedding, or even a small
irritation, such as being over-hungry.
Over time, stress can lead to a number
of serious health problems, including:
• Heart disease
• Glucose intolerance
• Nervous conditions
• Immune system disorders
• Acute respiratory disease/asthma
• Easy susceptibility to colds and flu
• Diabetes
• Allergies
• Depression
• Osteoarthritis
• Digestive problems
• Reproductive/sexual difficulties
• Back pain
• Sleep deprivation
• Increased fibromyalgia pain
Stress impacts us in different ways
Mental
Work schedules, school assignments, finances,
taking on too much.
Physical
Gardening, hiking, moving heavy objects,
exercising more than you are used to, straining
your body.
Emotional
Relationship problems, taking care of a loved
one who is sick, grieving the death of someone
close, losing a job.
Environmental
The air, water and food supply often contain
toxins that can create havoc in your body.
Small doses of stress may actually be good
for you; these temporary bursts of energy are
natural and normal. But too much stress or
stress that lasts for a long time can cause both
short- and long-term changes to your body
and mind. The more we understand how stress
affects us, the more we can cope with it.
How our sense of stress
evolved through the ages
Long before humans learned how to cope
with modern life, our bodies changed to be
finely attuned to a predator’s attack. When
we sense danger, our bodies quickly release
adrenaline (a hormone) into our bloodstream
which increases our heart rate, focuses our
attention and allows us to quickly prepare
for coming danger.
The stress that we had to deal with many years
ago, such as running away from a dangerous
animal, is long gone. However, it has been
replaced by a much more relentless form of
stress caused by modern life.

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Brain and nerves
• Headaches
• Feelings of despair
• Lack of energy
• Sadness, nervousness,
anger, irritability
• Increased or decreased eating
• Trouble concentrating,
memory problems
• Trouble sleeping
• Mental health problems –
such as panic attacks, anxiety
disorders and depression
Skin
• Acne and other skin problems
Muscles, bones and joints
• Muscle aches and tension,
especially in the neck, shoulders
and back, and increased risk
of reduced bone density
• Stress may increase the risk for
development of back and upper-
extremity musculoskeletal disorders
Heart
• Faster heartbeat/rise in
blood pressure
• Increased risk of high cholesterol
and heart attack
• Many studies suggest that
psychologically demanding
jobs that allow employees little
control over the work process
increase the risk of heart disease
Immune system
• Lowered ability to fight
or recover from disease
Stomach
• Nausea, stomach pain,
heartburn, weight gain
Pancreas
• Increased risk of diabetes
Intestines
• Diarrhea, constipation and
other digestive problems
Reproductive system
• For women: irregular
or more painful periods,
reduced sexual desire
• For men: impotence,
lower sperm production,
reduced sexual desire
pressure from chronic stress?
body and how you can repair its damaging effects
Because the barrage of stress never seems
to stop our body has less time to recuperate.
This chronic stress takes a big toll on our
mental and physical health. If you are
chronically stressed, the part of the brain
that controls the stress response is going to
constantly pump out more stress hormones.
These hormones may damage your immune
cells, which are then less able to respond to
invaders like bacteria or viruses.
Take control of stress now
Since stress can eventually wear your body
down, it’s important to manage it as much
as possible. First, try to identify the things
in your life that are causing you to stress out:
marital problems, work conflicts, or a death
or illness in the family. Once you identify
and understand these stressors, you can begin
to find ways to change your environment and
manage them.
A growing number of studies shows that
you can use your mind to help fight stress.
Support groups, stress relief and certain
vitamin supplements may help alter stress
hormone levels and benefit the immune
system. The best advice of all may be,
try not to get too stressed about being stressed.
Ways to reduce stress
• Implement the 10 Essentials for
Health and Wellness (found on
page 2) into your daily life
• Exercise and eat right
• Seek out friends to talk to or
build a social support network
• Create peaceful times in your day
• Try different relaxation techniques,
such as yoga or meditation, until you
find one that works for you
• Don’t smoke
• Don’t drink excessively or abuse
other substances
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We are how we eat,
as well as what we eatSlow down and savor your food
By Christa Orecchio, Certified Clinical Nutritionist, Holistic Health Counselor
A
s a nutritionist, I often teach people
what to eat or how to prepare meals
that are healthier. However, it is
equally as important to educate people on
the “hows” of eating, which have a profound
effect on our health and wellness.
Much of our modern lives revolve around
convenience and the mounting pressure for
sky-high productivity. Many people actually
feel that taking the time out to fully enjoy a
meal has become something of a guilty pleasure.
With this article, I invite you to adopt a counter-
cultural stance, and to consider how incredibly
important it is to take time out to leisurely
enjoy one of life’s greatest pleasures.
How often do you assess your mental/emotional
state before a meal? Have you noticed how the
state you are in greatly affects not only your
choices of what to eat, but also how you eat and
how much you eat? Eating in a state of stress
constricts blood flow to our stomach and there-
fore greatly impedes digestion. When digestion is
not working properly, bloating, gas, constipation,
low energy and ultimately weight gain ensue.
Easy and free: become a “slow eater”
With the obesity epidemic dangerously on
the rise, part of the solution is to become a slow
eater; it’s simple, easy and free. According to a
study recently reported by the BBC, “Speedy
eating doubles your risk of weight gain. Filling
your stomach too quickly interferes with the
body’s feedback system that tells you are full,
simply by not letting the signals catch up to
consumption. While wolfing down meals may
have once had an evolutionary advantage in the
times of the hunter-gatherers, today, our health
depends on leaving that habit behind.”
To make any change in our lives, we need to first
understand clearly where we are at, and set real-
istic and attainable goals. What kind of eater are
you? A fast eater, a slow eater? A stand-over-the-
kitchen-counter eater? An in-the-car eater? Or
perhaps you take most of your daily meals at the
computer and wonder how that food disappeared
so quickly because you cannot even
remember eating it?
Mindful eating is the opposite of the feeding
“frenzy” that occupies many of us; it involves
using all of your senses to eat. Notice the color,
smell, taste and texture of each bite.
Try a few of these simple tips
for mindful eating:
• Sit in silence for one minute before you
begin eating. This is a good time to give
thanks. Take three deep breaths.
• Eat only when you are sitting down at a
table without the distractions of a TV,
computer, book or magazine.
• Do not eat when you are upset.
• Eat until you are 80% full.
• Sit for a few minutes after you finish
eating; say thanks after your meal,
talk with a friend or take a light stroll.
• After you are finished, notice how the
food you just ate makes your body feel.
Put down that fork and chew
The second part to this equation is chewing.
Chewing leads to smooth digestion and greater
assimilation of nutrients. That’s because it initi-
ates the release of digestive enzymes and breaks
down food, making vitamins, minerals and
proteins available for maximum absorption.
Chewing properly involves counting each bite
to make sure you chew 20-30 times before you
swallow. Practice the simple act of putting your
fork down while you are chewing.
These concepts are simple, yet powerful tools
toward living a less stressful life. I strongly
encourage you to make a solid one-week
commitment to mindful eating and chewing.
It won’t be easy, but you will be amazed at
how your relationship with food changes and
improves, and how much more peaceful and
energetic you feel. We have so much more
control over our own health and well-being
than we think. Breathe deeply and enjoy!
Notice the color,
smell, taste and
texture of each bite.

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I
nterest in the
adaptogen Rhodiola
rosea has become
mainstream news. Last
year, at a conference of
psychiatrists, a paper was
presented that sent shock
waves of amazement and
disbelief through the
audience. It was discovered
that extracts from Rhodiola
rosea were as effective as
– and often more effective than – other well-
known medicines at reducing signs of stress
such as anxiety and the blues. Have other
medical journals confirmed these findings
since then?
Yes! Much more evidence has been published
on the wonderful plant. As of this writing, 237
papers have been published in major, peer-
reviewed journals from around the world. Each
one highlights a new aspect of Rhodiola rosea in
its role as an adaptogen. Here are a few examples
of some of the most compelling research:
Alzheimer’s disease
We know that Alzheimer’s disease is stress-
related. According to such well-known sources
as the Mayo Clinic, AD now affects half of
the people over 85 years of age and over 90%
of the people age 75 with the APO E4 gene.
One of the proteins that cause Alzheimer’s
disease is called amyloid beta (AB). This
plaque forms around a brain cell that has been
damaged by stress and spreads to cells in the
immediate area, spreading more cell death in
a larger and larger area. Rhodiola rosea works
to hold back the tide of AB by reducing stress
and inflammation.
Further, Rhodiola rosea works in a “dose-
dependent” manner. The easy way to say this
is that “more is better.” In earlier clinical trials
the effectiveness range was the same amount
presented in a single serving of TriVita’s
Adaptogen 10 Plus®
. Later experiments showed
that the larger the dose, the better the results.
Pain and inflammation
The most frequent diagnosis in North America
is osteoarthritis. Drugs known as COX-2
inhibitors have been used to treat the pain
and inflammation of osteoarthritis, but these
prescription COX-2 inhibitors have been
linked to grave illness in many people. COX-2
inhibitors work by blocking or inhibiting the
COX-2 enzymes: the most common marker of
inflammation in osteoarthritis.
Rhodiola rosea also blocks COX-2 enzymes.
However, by its very nature as an adaptogen,
Rhodiola rosea is non-toxic at any level. What
is more, Rhodiola rosea also blocked the COX-1
enzyme and PLA-2 (a very nasty inflammatory
enzyme associated with emotional stress, heart
attacks, arthritis and asthma).
Fatigue and concentration
In a study of how stress causes fatigue, Rhodiola
rosea was evaluated using a number of testing
methods. Volunteers who were experiencing
stress-related fatigue and “burnout” were given
either Rhodiola rosea or a placebo (sugar pill).
Test participants were asked how well they
remembered numbers and names, their level
of concentration and how depressed they felt.
Hormone tests were also taken using standard
blood tests along with saliva and urine tests.
After just four weeks in the study, the group
of volunteers receiving Rhodiola rosea had more
stamina, much less fatigue and a greater ability
to concentrate. Their stress-related hormone
imbalance significantly improved and they
felt much less “burned-out.”
Conclusion
Rhodiola rosea is an adaptogen with amazing
characteristics. It works to balance even the
most extreme conditions and simply makes
people feel better. This is why I included
Rhodiola rosea in Adaptogen 10 Plus and
why I am sure it will benefit you!
See the ad on page 8 to find out
more about Adaptogen 10 Plus.
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TriVita Chief
Science Officer
The amazing
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healing powers of this unique plant
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DID YOU KNOW...
• A large proportion of all aging diseases (as much as 70-80%) are
believed to occur because the stress level is too high and/or too long.
• Rhodiola rosea is a popular plant with a reputation for stimulating the
nervous system, decreasing the blues, enhancing work performance,
eliminating fatigue and preventing high altitude sickness.
• Russian researchers categorized Rhodiola rosea as an adaptogen because
it helps resist a variety of chemical, biological and physical stressors.
• Rhodiola rosea can help increase daytime energy, alertness and
endurance, reduce stress and improve sleep. These adaptogens also
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E
ver find yourself overeating,
or eating unhealthy foods,
when you are stressed out?
Stress has been linked to an
increase in emotional eating, so it’s
no surprise that many people reach
for that piece of cake or French fries
when they feel strained or anxious.
Learning to avoid both emotional
eating and a stress-linked hormone
can help you lead a healthier life.
Cortisol 101
Cortisol, a hormone produced in the body by
part of the adrenal gland, is secreted when
the body experiences stress. Pegged the “stress
hormone,” cortisol is typically beneficial to the
body. It plays a significant role in the body’s
utilization of fat, protein and carbohydrates,
as well as the regulation of cardiovascular
function. When we are faced with a “fight or
flight” circumstance, our cortisol levels rise. At
this time, the body forms glucose through the
breakdown of muscle protein and the release
of amino acids. This higher level of glucose,
coupled with a decreased use of glucose by the
body, ensures that the brain gets ample energy
– to either run away from or fight off – the
present threat.
A small amount of secreted cortisol is good for
the body; however, too much cortisol for too
long can have adverse health effects. Excessive
levels of cortisol are usually caused by a state
of chronic stress, and can lead to a number of
problems, including:
• Impaired brain function
• Suppressed thyroid function
• Decreased bone density
• Damaging effects on the immune
system, memory and sugar metabolism
• Increased appetite
• Weight gain (particularly in
the abdomen)
• Diabetes
• Depression
The “stress hormone” appetite
Cortisol is a powerful signal to increase
appetite and store fat. Higher levels of cortisol
tell our brain that we’re hungry. They also
tell our fat cells to store as much fat as they
can without releasing it. Being in a state of
chronic stress can lead to cravings for high-fat,
high-carb foods like cookies, candy and greasy
chips. This reactive habit can lead to dangerous
weight gain, specifically around the waist.
In fact, chronic stress is considered a major
contributing factor to obesity.
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This is where Leanology Weight Loss
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which works to get rid of body fat. Leanology
blocks fat absorption through the fiber it
contains; Converta “converts” fat that is
stored in the fat cells into fuel for use as
energy. Good news for losing weight: The
ingredients in Leanology’s formula help to
limit cortisol production. So even while
cortisol is signaling the brain to store fat,
Leanology Weight Loss Capsules help liberate
and burn fat cells, resulting in weight loss,
especially in the belly area.
A natural approach to
suppress cortisol:
1. Decrease stress. It’s a lot easier
said than done, but try to find ways
to decrease the impact stress can
have on your body. Exercise regularly
and get sufficient sleep. Incorpor-
ating relaxation techniques, like deep
breathing and positive mental images,
can also help. If you experience
chronic stress, take Adaptogen 10
Plus® – TriVita’s powerful, natural
stress relief formula. See page 8 for
more information.
2. Avoid excessive sugar and caffeine.
If you are a regular caffeine drinker,
try to drink non-stimulating herbal
teas that are caffeine-free.
3. Take Leanology Weight Loss
Capsules. The capsules’ exclusive
blend, Converta, works to convert
fat into energy, curbing your appetite
for hours.
Certainly, some stress is unavoidable. But
when too much for too long affects your
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Many women can relate to Rose’s weight
story. It’s called having children and not
being able to get the extra weight off.
“After my last child I never returned
to my pre-pregnancy weight,”
Rose says. “Plus, as I got older,
even more weight seemed
to stick. I was discouraged,
depressed and embarrassed
by my increased weight.”
Rose attempted several
weight loss programs –
with little success. She
would lose some weight
and then eventually put it
all right back on.
“I was frustrated because I
didn’t have lasting results,” she
says. “It seemed hopeless. The
very thought of denying myself
food actually made me more
hungry. I felt totally defeated.”
Her road to success began when
she organized a weight loss contest
with other members of her family.
Rose started out modestly until she
bought the Leanology capsules and
shakes – and then the pounds really
started peeling off.
“Over the next five months, I lost 30
more pounds,” she says, “and I have
managed to keep it off ever since.”
Rose also discovered another big
difference between Leanology
and all those other weight loss
programs. With many of them,
weight loss from diet and exercise
is 78% from fat and 22% from lean
body mass. Leanology is clinically-
proven to burn up to 132% more
body fat and actually puts back
on 32% lean body mass – the
good stuff.
Rose loved the taste of the
nutritional shakes and the
convenience of the Leanology
capsules. She had more energy
to do the things she enjoys
– such as walking and
bike riding. Rose is
also a big believer
in TriVita’s 10
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Wellness –
especially
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nutritiously and
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lose weight, but her
favorite life-long pursuit
has been #10 – to develop a
relationship with God.
She eventually did win the
weight loss contest with her
family members, but only
because she found and started
Leanology. According to Rose,
“Leanology was an excellent
investment in my health, my
energy levels and in my
emotional outlook on life.”
“I’m truly thankful to the Lord for
getting me in the program and
helping me lose weight.”
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Parkinson’s disease
is estimated to
affect one million
Americans, with
that number expected
to approximately
double within the
next 25 years. What
do we currently know about this
mysterious condition?
Although often regarded as an illness among
the elderly, the average age of diagnosis is
actually 60. Parkinson’s disease rarely runs in
families. For reasons still unknown, men get
Parkinson’s disease about twice as frequently
as women, and they tend to get it at a slightly
younger age than women.
The most common reason people seek medical
attention for Parkinson’s disease is because
they notice a tremor, or shaking, of one of
their limbs, most often in a hand on just one
side. Other common and early symptoms may
be shuffling or dragging one foot while walking,
a sense of stiffness and slowness of movement,
a reduction of spontaneous gestures or facial
expression, and poor legibility and small size
of handwriting.
There are even earlier indicators of the disease,
including an impaired sense of smell, constipa-
tion and depression.
A challenge to diagnose
Diagnosing Parkinson’s is challenging, particu-
larly very early in the disease when the symptoms
may be troubling but still mild. In this day
of high technology Parkinson’s is most often
diagnosed when a clinician questions the patient
carefully about symptoms, and then performs a
neurological physical examination to look for
confirming signs. Even experienced clinicians
are sometimes uncertain about the diagnosis,
and there are no reliable, confirming tests. An
MRI of the brain cannot detect Parkinson’s
disease. Scans that examine brain chemistry are
not entirely reliable for confirming the diagnosis.
Although we have learned a lot in recent years
about Parkinson’s disease, the fundamental
cause remains elusive. There is often a smaller
concentration of dopamine, a naturally
occurring brain chemical, in the brains of
people with Parkinson’s disease. The neurons
that make dopamine, located in a small cluster
toward the top of the brain, become sick, and
some of them die. Neurons in the spinal cord,
and even in the gut, are also affected. This
widespread occurrence of the disease helps
account for the disease’s diverse symptoms.
Other symptoms include sleep disturbances,
constipation, bladder problems, erectile
dysfunction, excessive sweating and saliva,
and even limb pain. Additionally, some people
may experience cognitive decline. This is more
likely to occur among the very old who have
severe motor difficulties.
The role of healthy eating,
physical activity and brain exercise
The optimal treatment of Parkinson’s disease
integrates several components including a
healthy lifestyle with a sound diet, exercise,
and social and intellectual engagement.
We are physical and social animals and our
brains require exercise and interaction for
maintenance. Research has demonstrated
that naturally occurring brain chemicals
that encourage brain health and resist injury
increase in animals that are allowed to exercise.
Mature people who walk three times a week
show improved cognitive function.
No two people with Parkinson’s disease are
exactly alike, and regimens for treatment, which
often involve more than one medication,
require individual tailoring. The medications
are beneficial but they also have potential
for side effects that can sometimes be more
troubling than Parkinson’s disease itself. Used
with experience and attention they clearly
improve quality of life.
Deep brain stimulation surgery for Parkinson’s
disease, where stimulating electrodes are
permanently implanted in the brain, is gaining
attention as a treatment that may be superior
to medications in some patients.
The evidence points toward a more favorable
outcome when treatment is initiated earlier
rather than later. Putting off treatment may
be detrimental and early intervention is
definitely preferable.
Although the cause of Parkinson’s disease
is unknown, we now know much more about
the disease process. Using this knowledge
studies have been done and are now underway
to develop strategies to slow or ultimately
halt the disease progression. For example,
energy production within cells is abnormal
in Parkinson’s disease, and this may contribute
to the cell’s demise. Strategies to enhance
energy production include CoEnzyme Q-10
and creatine. Both of these are currently under
study in clinical trials funded by the National
Institutes of Health.
The diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease is never
happy news, but knowledge is increasing.
The good news is that current treatments are
successful and future options are expanding.
N. Hermanowicz, M.D.
Parkinson’s disease –
understanding this
mysterious illness
By Dr. Neal Hermanowicz
Neal Hermanowicz, M.D., is a professor of Neurology and
director of the Movement Disorders program at the
University of California, Irvine. He is also director of the
Phillip & Carol Traub Center for Parkinson’s disease at the
Eisenhower Neuroscience Institute in Rancho Mirage, CA.

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For many of us, the short winter days and
chillier temperatures are an easy excuse for
inactivity. But now that the days are getting
warmer – and longer – we’d like to inspire you
to get moving again. But take it easy at first!
You should always stretch to condition your
muscles after a period of inactivity.
Stretching exercise
Stretching exercise gives you more freedom
of movement to do the things you need to do
and like to do. Here are some simple tips to
keep in mind when you begin to stretch after
an exercise “hibernation.”
• Always warm up before doing any
stretching. Start out by doing a little
bit of easy walking and arm-pumping
first. If you stretch cold muscles, you
could hurt yourself.
• Stretching should never cause pain,
especially joint pain. If it does, you
are stretching too far, and you need to
reduce the stretch so that it doesn’t hurt.
• Never “bounce” into a stretch: make
slow, steady movements instead.
• Avoid “locking” your joints into place
when you straighten them during
stretches. Your arms and legs should be
straight when you stretch them, but not
locked tightly.
• If you’ve had problems with your hips,
check with your healthcare provider
before doing any lower body exercises.
You should also consult with your health-
care provider if you have any concerns
about your ability to handle exercise.
Great spring activities
Now that you’re warmed up and feeling limber
again, here are several suggestions to get back
into the swing of things. Some are tried-and-
true favorites, and some may be new additions
to your routine.
Pilates
Pilates is an innovative system of mind-body
exercises that can dramatically transform the
way your body looks, feels and performs. Pilates
teaches body awareness, good posture and easy
graceful movement. It can also help improve
flexibility and agility.
Yoga
Yoga exercises improve circulation, stimulate
the abdominal organs and improve gland
function. Yoga stretching helps tone your
muscles and exercises your spine and entire
skeletal system. It’s also a great way to combine
the benefits of breathing, muscle relaxation
and meditation while toning and stretching
the muscles.
Gardening
Gardening is a great way to enjoy the pleasant
spring days at a leisurely pace. Every time you
turn a trowel or reach to pull a weed, you’re
stretching. Why not add healthy, homegrown
eating to this activity? Plant your own salad
with leaf lettuce, oregano, tomatoes, parsley
and chives.
Fishing
Fishing continues to be a favorite North
American pastime. Now that ice has melted
on most lakes and streams, find out just how
relaxing it is. Enjoy being outside on a sunny
spring day, drinking a refreshing beverage
from the cooler and getting a fishing line wet.
Whether or not you catch anything, fishing is
a great stress reliever.
Golf
Golf is a great excuse to visit some of the
most beautiful places in your own community,
or throughout the world. If you haven’t tried
golfing before, consider giving it a shot. Golf
lessons are available at most golf courses – or
friends or family can help get you started. If
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to work on that handicap and take your game
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F
red just keeps rockin’ and
rollin’ to greater health and
wellness. He is thriving as a
TriVita® Affiliate Member and that
has given him plenty of time to enjoy
his two favorite pastimes: playing in
a Beatles tribute band called the
Abbey Road Band and riding his
motorcycle. In fact, his Rapid City,
SD home is only 25 miles from the
famous Sturgis Motorcycle Rally and
is also close to the Black Hills and
Mount Rushmore.
Even more inspiring is Fred’s successful fight
against follicular lymphoma (a type of cancer).
He underwent surgery, then chemotherapy
and radiation treatments just as he was starting
to grow his business. Now Fred happily reports
that “everything is looking good and I have
my energy – and my hair – back.”
He is also quick to credit TriVita products for
helping him get back on his feet after his bout
with cancer. “I’m an active person and I need
to be running at 100%,” Fred says. “I am a
25-year-old that’s captive in a 60-year-old body.”
His home office is packed with TriVita products
and his favorites include:
Original Sublingual B-12 and
Super Sublingual B-12
According to Fred, “Both Original Sublingual
B-12 and Super Sublingual B-12 give me greater
mental focus, clarity and concentration.” He
also knows how important it is to supplement
because the body’s ability to absorb B vitamins
starts dramatically decreasing as early as age 40.
Energy Now!®
This product gives Fred a nice, smooth
energy boost without the jitters. He considers
Energy Now! a far better option than coffee
because it doesn’t give him that same
“spike and crash” feeling.
Joint Complex™
Fred takes a couple of tablets both in the
morning and evening. “This great product
helps me move around with less pain,” he
observes. “This is especially important when
I’m playing my guitar and moving heavy
band equipment around.”
OptimaFlex® & NutraFruits™
Fred feels just great after his daily serving
of OptimaFlex and NutraFruits. He suggests
the following recipe: Take an empty sports
drink bottle and fill it half full with water.
Add one scoop of NutraFruits and one scoop
of OptimaFlex and shake it up well. The result,
Fred says, “is a healthy, great-tasting drink that
gives me all the nutrition from super fruits,
and also gives me much more flexibility when
my band is touring.”
CoEnzyme Q-10
Along with the medications his doctor
prescribes, this is another important part
of his daily heart health nutritional regimen.
Fred discovered that he had atrial fibrillation,
a condition that causes his heart to beat
unsteadily. “I need to keep my heart healthy
and strong,” he says. “CoQ-10 goes directly
to the areas where my body needs it most.”
OmegaPrime®
Fred learned the importance of essential
fatty acids early on from his father. With
every OmegaPrime capsule, Fred knows that
he’s helping his body fight inflammation and
nourishing his heart, skin, brain and glands.
Natural Vitamin E
He takes Natural Vitamin E because he
knows his system needs it. “It’s a matter of
trust,” Fred says. “Unlike low-grade synthetics,
I know that TriVita’s Vitamin E is natural
and easily absorbed.”
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Like just about everyone else, Fred has
his share of stress. He discovered that
Adaptogen 10 Plus was very helpful when
recovering from the stress of chemotherapy
and radiation treatments.
Fred sums up his TriVita product experience
by saying, “I feel healthier and more content
than ever before. I’ve noticed a tremendous
increase in energy and stamina. My resistance
to illnesss is really strong. Just recently I took
a trip across the state with my band. I was in
a confined van for extended periods of time
with two people who had bad colds. I strongly
believe that taking TriVita supplements helped
protect me from catching a cold.”
In fact, Fred says he feels even stronger after
chemotherapy than when he was diagnosed
with cancer. “I’m gradually getting my strength
back, the arthritis pain has been reduced and
it’s much easier for me to play my instruments.”
Why he suggests TriVita products
to friends and family
Fred isn’t shy about suggesting TriVita products
to people who are going through their own
healthcare trials. He relates the story about
a friend who recently went on vacation and
gained 40 pounds. His friend complained that
he was at the point where he could hardly walk.
Fred suggested the Leanology®
Weight Loss
System and is confident that it will help lighten
his friend’s load.
Fred is a walking, talking advertisement
for good health and people are naturally
curious about what has worked for him. It’s
easy for Fred to suggest TriVita nutritional
supplements because of his personal experience.
He’s also knowledgeable about the company’s
10 Foundational Values (found on page 3)
which include:
• Physician-approved supplements
• Pharmaceutical-grade quality
• Third-party testing and certification
“Because of my previous health challenges
I need to keep myself in as good health as
possible,” he relates. “I believe so much in
TriVita that I became an Affiliate Member.
This is the company I was looking for because
it’s helping build both financial prosperity and
continued good health.”
Fred jumps for joy at his renewed good health.
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Vibrant health and well-
being encompasses a healthy
body, peaceful mind and a
joyful spirit. It requires our
entire being to be in balance.
People who are emotionally
healthy are in control of
their thoughts, feelings and
behaviors. They feel good
about themselves and have good relationships
with the people close to them.
Of course, nobody feels extremely happy and
thinks positive thoughts all the time. However,
a person in a generally good state of mind finds
it much easier to enjoy life. They can keep
problems in perspective.
Still, as we go through life, we become more
and more impacted by stressful situations. Many
people feel overwhelmed and as a result their
emotional state begins to suffer. This is a good
time to begin journaling.
I have been journaling throughout my life and
have found it to be a great stress-management
and self-exploration tool. To be the most helpful,
you must write down in detail your feelings and
thoughts related to stressful events in life.
Benefits of journaling
Journaling allows people to clarify their thoughts
and feelings, which is helpful in gaining self-
knowledge. It is also a good problem-solving tool.
You can work out a problem and come up with
solutions more easily on paper. Numerous studies
have shown the physical health benefits of
journaling as well. Researchers have found that
journal writing helps in combating diseases like
asthma, diabetes and hypertension. It is one of
the easiest and most inexpensive methods of
reducing stress.
Talking about your problems
can help
Some people prefer talking their problems out
with a friend over a cup of coffee. Deciding
whom you want to talk to is an important first
step. Don’t keep your problems to yourself.
Talking to someone you trust about something
that is upsetting to you can help you to:
• Work through the problem to see the
situation more clearly.
• Release built-up tension and stress so
that you can gain new insight into the
situation causing the problem.
• Identify options and solutions you
hadn’t thought of before.
• Look at the problem in a new and
different way.
If you are the friend who has been asked to
talk to someone going through a difficult time,
it’s important to recognize the limits of what
help you can provide. In some cases a friend
may be experiencing distress that calls for
professional help.
Recognize the signs of distress
Some of the signs of distress include:
• Persistent depression, irritability,
and anxious mood
• Changes in behavior, becoming
more quiet or withdrawn
• Loss of interest in previously
enjoyed activities
• Changes in appetite,
and/or weight changes
• Irregular sleep patterns
• Inability to manage stress
If you are experiencing any of the above,
you may benefit from the assistance of an
experienced, trained professional. Professional
counselors offer the caring, expert assistance
that we often need during stressful times. Don’t
hesitate to ask your healthcare professional
for referral to a counselor. Looking after your
emotional state of mind is as important as
taking care of your body.
Sorting Through
Your Problemsby Dr. Judy
Judy Ellison, Ph.D., is a success coach, author,
motivational speaker and psychologist. She has inspired
people around the world to reach within and find their
passionate purpose to live a more meaningful life.
Judy Ellison, Ph.D.
“If you are not playing some, working some, and learning some,
then you are out of balance. There’s potential for some problems.”
– Joyce Breasure

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“The highest heavens
belong to the Lord,
but the earth He
has given to man.”
– Psalm 115:16
On Easter Sunday just days ago, did you attend
a sunrise service outdoors, and marvel at the
glories of God’s creation all around? Or was your
celebration of the Resurrection indoors, with the
sunlight streaming in and the air scented with
that emblem of purity and hope, the Easter lily?
In either case, how blessed we are to enjoy God’s
handiwork not only at this special time, but
throughout each day of every season.
We mark another date this month, Earth Day,
that to me is also special, an occasion for
remembering how precious this earthly gift is
to us all. Yes, like us the earth is flawed, and
fallen from its once perfect state. And yes, it
was given to us, but not to misuse or take for
granted. We are the temporary caretakers of
God’s earthly creation, and it is our duty to do
simply that: take care.
Our relationship to this material world is
somewhat like the one expressed in the verse
from I Corinthians at the top of this page:
“your body, His temple.” Yes, our bodies are
ours for a time, but they are His temple.
Similarly, the earth is ours for a time, but all
thanks and praise be to God for His creation.
Appreciate, yes,
but also honor and praise
Let Earth Day be our reminder to not just
appreciate the miracles all around us, but to
honor and praise Him who made them. Have
you ever planted spring bulbs, then watched
them flower and bloom with pride? Do you
harvest a vegetable from your own garden, and
share with neighbors? I’ll bet their appreciation
makes you smile.
That’s our human vanity, taking credit for the
Creator’s handiwork. It reminds me of a story I
once heard about a fellow who took over a
your body, His Temple – 1 Cor. 6:19-20
In caring for God’s creation,
we honor the Creator
by Chaplain Gene Henderson
neglected, weedy plot of land. After weeks of
labor, he had transformed it into a glorious
garden splashed with colorful flowers. This
garden was so beautiful that passersby would
exclaim, “Oh, what a great thing God has
done!” The man replied, “Yeah, you should
have seen it before I got to it.”
We need to remember that before “we” got to it,
God’s kingdom was perfect. We were designed to
enjoy walking through the Garden of Eden with
God, enjoying all the plants and animals, not a
weed or a sickness to be found. But even after
Adam and Eve ate the forbidden fruit, even after
they were driven out of paradise, God left to
them and all their descendants this great and
glorious world of ours, flaws and all.
My garden, His glory
When I walk through my garden, I’m amazed. I
marvel at the intricacy of the flowers and the
tiny iridescence of hummingbirds. I wonder at
the symmetry of the leaves on the trees. I’m
grateful for it all, and I give thanks to God for
the opportunity to enjoy His creation, every day
of my life on this Earth.
Perhaps this Earth Day can be our reminder
that we are caretakers, stewards of God’s
creation. Perhaps this Earth Day is when we
recommit ourselves to the small, personal
acts of care that honor our world. Maybe you
walk a bit more and drive a bit less. Maybe
you help members of your household remember
to turn off faucets, turn off lights, turn down
the thermostat or air conditioner. However you
do your part to help conserve and protect, in
so doing, you honor God’s creation.
This Earth Day, let us all admire the wonders
of His hand. Let us do what we can to nurture
and protect this glorious gift we’ve been given.
And let us all remember, every day of the year,
who created it.
This earth day, let us all admire the wonders
of His hand. Let us do what we can to nurture and
protect this glorious gift we’ve been given.
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We are the temporary caretakers
of God’s earthly creation, and
it is our duty to do simply that:
take care.
We are the temporary caretakers
of God’s earthly creation, and
it is our duty to do simply that:
take care.

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Tired of sniffling and sneezing your way through
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forward to, instead of something you dread.
What are allergies?
Allergies are your body’s response to a particular
allergen, such as pollen, mold or dust. When
your body encounters these allergens, it releases
histamines to wash out allergens, causing these
troublesome symptoms:
• Sneezing • Sinus pressure
• Runny nose • Red, watery eyes
• Itchy throat, • Dark circles under
eyes and nose the eyes
• Congestion • Hives
How to minimize your exposure
Although you can’t avoid all the allergens in
the air, you can minimize your exposure to keep
your symptoms in check:
Pollen
• Many news stations will give pollen
level reports; try to avoid going outdoors
if levels are high. If you do go out, wear
a pollen-filtering mask.
• Close doors and windows when pollen
counts are high and use air conditioning.
• Avoid going outdoors in the early morning;
this is when pollen counts are highest.
• Take a shower before bed to wash off
any pollen you may have picked up
during the day.
• Regularly replace air conditioner/
heater filters.
Mold
• Regularly clean your sinks and bathtubs
with a bleach solution.
• Run your bathroom fan after bathing
to dry the air.
• Keep the humidity in your house lower
than 50%; use a dehumidifier if necessary.
• Keep windows closed at night when
the concentration of spores is highest.
• Watch local newscasts for mold count;
avoid outdoor activity on high mold
count days.
• Don’t go outside after a rainstorm
or during damp weather.
• Immediately fix leaky pipes and
groundwater seepage.
Dust
• Replace carpeting with an alternative
floor covering.
• Remove drapes and feather pillows.
• Wash bedding once a week in hot water
(at least 130°F).
• Vacuum carpets and furniture regularly;
make sure your vacuum has a HEPA filter.
• Use allergy proof covers on your mattresses
and pillows.
• Dust and mop frequently.
By reducing your exposure to allergens, you
can help reduce allergy symptoms – and actually
enjoy the season!
Natural aids for allergies
Many people turn to decongestants and antihis-
tamines during allergy season. But these often
have side effects such as sleepiness, which can
make their use impractical. There are some
natural aids that you can use to help minimize
your symptoms without the unpleasant
side effects.
• Vitamin B-12 can help reduce the total
amount of histamines your body makes.
According to an ongoing study of B-12
and allergies, it takes about 3 milligrams
of B-12 to break through the allergy
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Rate your
job stressAre you showing the signs that
signal trouble?
If you feel challenged by your work, that’s a good thing: it stimulates
both mind and body. But if your workload is so heavy or out of balance
that job stress is part of your daily life, it can harm your physical and
emotional health (see story on page 8).
Job stress, according to the National Institute for Occupational Safety
and Health (NIOSH), is a collection of harmful physical and emotional
responses to stress. They occur when the requirements of a job don’t
match the skills, resources or needs of the worker. If you find your
occupation “very or extremely stressful,” you’re among the 40% of
workers polled who feel this way.
Is job stress threatening your mental or physical health?
Take this quiz from the American Institute of Stress to see how your
work experience may be affecting you. Using this sliding scale, read the
10 statements below and enter the number that best describes you and
your work situation.
Strongly Disagree Agree Somewhat Strongly Agree
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
I feel I can’t really express myself or my opinions at work.
Although I have lots of responsibility, I don’t have much authority.
If I were given more time, I could usually do a much better job.
I rarely get enough credit or praise for really good work.
Overall, I’m not especially proud of or satisfied with my job.
I feel that I’m picked on or discriminated against at work.
My work environment isn’t pleasant or safe.
Family, social affairs or personal needs are often pushed aside for my work.
I argue frequently with bosses, co-workers or customers.
In general, I have little control over my life at work.
Add up the numbers after all 10 statements to get your Total Job Stress Score:
Then, see where you stand on the stress scoring scale.
Scoring Guidelines
10-30 points: You’re managing job stress just fine.
40-60 points: You’re handling job stress moderately well.
70-100 points: Your high job stress needs attention and change.
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How many signs of stress do you have?
Mental health experts know that we all experience stress from time to
time, and that a certain amount is normal and natural. Too much stress,
though, can literally be toxic to your body (see illustration on page 9).
When you have a high level of stress, or stress that goes on for a long
time (chronic stress), it can be “toxic to your body,” according to Mental
Health America (MHA), the leading non-profit organization in the field.
If you are experiencing any of these signs of stress, MHA suggests that
you take steps to protect and preserve your health and well-being:
• Feeling angry, irritable or easily frustrated
• Feeling overwhelmed
• Having a change in eating habits
• Having trouble concentrating
• Feeling nervous or anxious
• Experiencing sleep problems
• Losing memory
• Feeling burned out from work
• Feeling incapable of overcoming difficulties
• Having trouble functioning in work or personal life
A healthy lifestyle can go a long way toward easing the symptoms of
stress. Be sure to eat nutritiously, be physically active and get enough
sleep... following the 10 Essentials on page 2 will help. If stress persists,
consult your healthcare professional.

Susan Henderson,
Member
“As a licensed clinical psycho-
therapist, I talk with people
all day long and try to help
them with their problems, so
it is really important that I
incorporate quick and easy
ways to manage my stress. My background has
taught me that controlling stress levels helps avoid
lots of medical problems, including heart disease,
digestive problems, depression, obesity and more.
I incorporate some ‘user-friendly’ techniques.
When I am worried or troubled, I quickly
determine what I can change and what I can’t in
any given time frame, whether it’s an hour, day or
week. By taking corrective action, I can channel
this energy and feel better. I have found it is a
waste of time to dwell on ‘what ifs’ or think about
mistakes. So, I keep the self-talk positive and
make a daily list of ‘why I am grateful.’
During the day I always do something to
nurture myself; especially deep breathing. I pay
special attention to the food I eat. I also take
TriVita’s Adaptogen 10 Plus and Sublingual
B-12 regularly.”
Debra Costanzo,
Affiliate Member
“Regardless of where I hang
my hat from 8 to 5, it’s
important to take a ‘time
out’ away from the mental
overload that fills my day. I
always try to take a walk and
get fresh air. As I walk, I take slow, deep breaths
which helps to clear my head for the remaining
hours at the office.
If you do have your own office, close your door
and do five to eight deep breathing exercises. My
technique is to keep my eyes closed and really fill
up those lungs. I then inhale through my nose
and exhale through the mouth. This is a great
form of detoxing that most of us neglect to do.
I also incorporate TriVita’s Super Sublingual
B-12 on a daily basis. I cannot tell you how
beneficial this has been in my overall wellness
journey. I simply place one Super B-12 under
my tongue after breakfast and it’s a wonderful
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Sandra Van Slyke,
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“Whenever I start feeling
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that really helps reduce the stress. Other ways
I manage stress quick and easy are taking a
walk, saying a prayer or reminding myself to be
thankful for positive things. I also enjoy reading
and recalling a really nice memory.
By far the quickest and easiest way I handle
daily stress is by taking Sublingual B-12 and
Adaptogen 10 Plus. They both help me feel
calm throughout the day.”
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Autism is an extremely
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The complications continue when we consider
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These nutrients have benefited many people
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Bottom line: Elevated homocysteine is
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We at TriVita wish to express our sympathy and
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S
haron is on a one-woman mission of
health and wellness. As of January 2009
she had an astounding 220 referrals.
Because of her sizable compensation rewards,
Sharon hasn’t had to pay for her TriVita®
products for years. You might think that she’d
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in the money. But Sharon won’t be satisfied until
she encourages many more people to experience
TriVita products for themselves. She simply says,
“You can tell how strongly I believe in TriVita by
the numerous people I have referred.”
Like so many other successful Affiliate Members,
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“I have been taking TriVita products since 2003
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come up to me and want to know why I am
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always quick to give TriVita credit for feeling
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People are inspired by Sharon
For many years, Sharon was a spokesperson
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inspirational style to bring TriVita’s health and
wellness message to interested prospects. Her
goal: to help people improve overall wellness
and fulfill their life purpose.
If Sharon is teaching a weight loss class,
she lets people know that she personally
uses Leanology® weight loss products. “I let
people know that I’m not trying to sell them
anything. I just want to make them aware of
what TriVita has and how strongly I believe
in their products. They end up coming to
me, eager to buy.”
Once Sharon finds someone who is ready
to order, she directs them to a Wellness
Consultant instead of ordering online. “The
consultants have a wealth of information
about TriVita products and a genuine concern
for the well-being of each Member,” Sharon
notes. “They can answer questions and often
identify other nutritional options that people
might not have even considered.”
A winner from the start:
Sublingual B-12
Sharon immediately knew that she had a
good thing going when she started taking
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Super B-12 and makes sure she hits the ground
running each morning by slipping a Super B-12
tablet under her tongue.
Sharon also enjoys a variety of other TriVita
products – especially Adaptogen 10 Plus®. “I love
how it helps me relieve stress.” Sharon bruises
easily and has discovered that Dr. Libby’s Vital
C Powdered Crystals help her recover much
more quickly.
Still, her strongest praise is reserved for the
Leanology Weight Loss System. When TriVita’s
Leanology products were first introduced, she
decided to “test drive” them herself before
recommending them to anyone else. Sharon
found the perfect combination when she
paired Leanology capsules with GlucoBalance.
“These two products working together created
an amazing effect,” Sharon recalls. “I lost all
the weight I wanted to and almost never felt
hungry. I lost 25 pounds in three months,
and I did it safely in a very healthy manner.”
The whole family benefits from
TriVita products
When Sharon noticed that her mom’s
memory was bad after she had a knee
surgery procedure in the hospital, she started her
on TriVita Sublingual B-12. She soon noticed
a dramatic improvement in her mom’s memory.
Sharon’s son has been diagnosed with attention
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“TriVita products are a blessing,” Sharon
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and fulfill their life purpose. products – especially Adaptogen 10 Plus
how it helps me relieve stress.” Sharon bruises
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Still, her strongest praise is reserved for the
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Leanology products were first introduced, she
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recommending them to anyone else. Sharon
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“These two products working together created
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A
re you tending to a sick
loved one in the home,
or someone in hospice
care? Then you know that being a
caregiver has its own stresses, strains
and issues.
Caregivers can be unsung angels of mercy
for those in need – but their own needs can
too often be ignored. While caring for a family
member is a loving, generous act, it can be
tiring and demanding, too. Sadly, the results
can be more serious than many people know.
One of the biggest studies of caregiver stress
combed nine years of Medicare records to
report on over 500,000 couples over age 65.
As reported in the New England Journal of
Medicine, in the years after a husband or
wife was hospitalized, the risk of death for
the caregiving spouse rose. In some cases,
the stress from a spouse being hospitalized
was so high that the caregiver’s risk of death
was as high as when a spouse actually dies.
Rising stress = falling health
The researchers behind the Medicare study
pointed to several ways that caregiver stress
can build:
• When caregivers lose social, emotional,
financial or practical support.
• When caregivers have health problems
of their own.
• When caregivers stop tending to their
own health needs, or turn to unhealthy
behaviors like drinking alcohol.
For your own well-being, it’s important to
take good care of yourself while you do the
same for someone else. Medical experts
offer these steps to help:
Six steps for caregivers’ self-health
1. Stay on schedule with your own
medical needs. Make sure you have
regular checkups, screenings and tests.
2. Keep taking your medicines as
prescribed. To save time, ask your
doctor for extra refills, and try to
have your medicines delivered.
3. Maintain healthy eating habits – for
your sake, and your loved one’s. If your
loved one is hospitalized, or has long
medical appointments, bring along easy-
to-pack sandwiches, salads and fruits.
4. Get plenty of rest. Short naps,
when possible, can be big energy
boosts. When regular sleep is troubled,
try listening to soft music, or doing
deep-breathing exercises. If sleep
is a continuing problem, talk with
your doctor.
5. Stay active. Enjoy any kind of physical
activity at least 15-30 minutes per day:
walking, gardening, cleaning or just
going up and down stairs can help.
Not only will activity help you feel
better, but it’s also a proven way to
reduce stress.
6. Manage stress. Giving yourself time
to relax is an important part of self-
care. Read, talk on the phone, stretch
or whatever helps you unwind.
Caregivers Bill of Rights
Caregivers have rights, too. These affirmations
(author unknown) may comfort and support
you while you do the same for your loved one.
I have the right to take care of myself.
I have the right to seek help from
others.
I have the right to maintain parts of
my life that do not include the person
I care for.
I have the right to get angry, be
depressed and express difﬁcult feelings
once in a while.
I have the right to reject any attempt
to control me through guilt or anger.
I have the right to consideration,
affection, forgiveness and acceptance.
I have the right to take pride in what
I’m doing.
I have the right to protect
my individuality.
When you think about it, living the 10
Essentials (see page 2) really summarizes the
best of self-care, physically, emotionally and
spiritually. If you’re a caregiver, take time for
yourself. If caring for others has diverted your
energy, remember that pursuing self-wellness
is vital to fulfilling your own life’s purpose.
When caregivers need care:
how to cope while helping others
“caregivers bill of rights,” tips to protect your health, too
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Watch what you drink! Calories from beverages are on the rise
Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Americans are getting 94% more calories from beverages than they did in the early 1960s, according to
researchers at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Public Health. That’s an average
of 222 extra calories per day.
Beverages comprised 12% of daily calories in 1965; by 2002, beverages accounted for 21% of daily caloric
intake. Over the course of the study, calories from whole milk consumption decreased 45%, while calories
for alcohol increased 73% and fruit juice calories increased 20%.
“This has considerable implications for numerous health outcomes, including obesity and diabetes as this
is just adding several hundred calories daily to our overall caloric intake,” said Barry M. Popkin, Ph.D.,
professor of nutrition and one of the lead researchers. “Regardless of beverage type – sodas, milk, orange
juice or beer – those extra calories are not compensated for by a reduction in food intake.”
Researchers studied data from the Nationwide Food Consumptive Surveys of 1965 and 1977-1978 and
the National Health and Nutrition Examination Surveys of 1989-1994 and 1999-2002 to reach their
conclusions. The surveys polled 46,576 Americans aged 19 and up.
Antioxidant supplements may help chronic pancreatitis
New Delhi, India
Antioxidant supplements helped reduce pain in patients with chronic pancreatitis (inflammation of the
pancreas), researchers reported in the January 2009 issue of Gastroenterology. Patients who supplemented
for six months experienced a 2.3 times greater drop in painful days versus patients on a placebo.
In the study, 127 patients were divided into two groups: an antioxidant group and placebo group. Participants
in the antioxidant group were given selenium, ascorbic acid, beta-carotene, Vitamin E and methionine.
Those in the antioxidant group experienced less pain, took fewer pain pills and reported fewer pain-related
sick days. And, 33% of them reported being pain-free over six months.
Researchers concluded that antioxidant supplementation effectively relieved pain and reduced levels of
oxidative stress in those with chronic pancreatitis.
Too little sleep can lead to a cold, says new study
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
People who get fewer than seven hours of sleep are three times more likely to catch a cold than those who
get eight or more hours, researchers from Carnegie Mellon University reported in the January 2009 Archives
of Internal Medicine. And if a person has trouble falling asleep or wakes up periodically, they are over five
times more likely to catch a cold.
“Although sleep’s relationship with the immune system is well-documented, this is the first evidence that
even relatively minor sleep disturbances can influence the body’s reaction to cold viruses,” said Sheldon
Cohen, the Robert E. Doherty Professor of Psychology at Carnegie Mellon and lead author of the study.
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