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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
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Heart-focused, sincere and positive
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As you let go of negative feelings toward
others, you will find greater peace and optimism.
8. Practice Gratitude
Gratitude brings instant joy, builds
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Practicing acceptance clears your mind of
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2 l November 2008
Embrace Gratitude Throughout the Seasons
by Michael R. Ellison, CEO & Founder of TriVita, Inc.
We are just weeks away from the beginning of winter. I was at the
ranch in Colorado, enjoying the last of the fall colors with a special
guest from the Midwest, when he began lamenting the long winter
months ahead. Yes, colds and flu seem to be the prevailing winter
experience, but at TriVita, we know it does not have to be that way.
A stronger immune system can help make a significant difference in
the way you feel and help you escape the usual winter illnesses.
A great way to start revving up your immune system is by using the TriVita Vitamin C System.
By taking the crystals in the morning and the time-release tablets in the evening, you keep
your Vitamin C levels up day and night. These remarkable products were formulated by Dr.
Libby for fast absorption with 24-hour protection. We are offering them at special pricing this
month to help you enter the winter months with a stronger immune system.
But experiencing greater health and wellness is not just about adding nutrients to a daily
regimen. It is also about nurturing your emotions every day. It is about feeling that closeness
and connection to God and His purposes for your life.
Wellness is not really a destination with an arrival point. It is a journey where you experience
the many things that contribute to wellness. After 62 years of many diverse life situations,
I firmly believe one of the greatest contributors to wellness and well-being is gratitude. As
we enter the holiday season, it may seem easier to express gratitude, but gratitude is not a
seasonal experience – it is a state of being to enjoy every season.
Could it be that much of our lives are spent on getting rather than focused on being? If we
are always striving to get something, it is much more difficult to focus on what we have and
the gratitude we feel. By focusing on being grateful, we are far more likely to attract wellness.
I was returning from an offsite meeting with Chaplain Gene Henderson when he reminded
me of a life experience I had told him about; of a time when gratitude dramatically changed
the course of my life. Years ago I had been in a business relationship with two people I greatly
respected and trusted. Out of the blue, our business relationship was broken and it cost my
family millions of dollars.
I was so lost in feelings of disappointment and despair that I decided to take our motor home
to the desert, in an attempt to sort things out by myself. My feelings went from anger to hurt
and fear of the unknown. After several days, a new thought overwhelmed me as I prayed for
guidance: “Michael, you can choose to be bitter or to be better. What road will you choose?
What will you attract to yourself as you travel either of these life roads?”
I was so empowered by that thought and the possibilities of attraction, that of course I chose
the road of being better. If I was going to be better, then I needed to be grateful, for it would
open my mind and heart. By being grateful for the experience, it could make me be better,
and better equip me for the future.
Article from Michael Ellison continued on page 31...
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VITAJOURNAL l 3
4 The Multi-tasking Vitamin
We Can’t Do Without
“C” if you’re getting enough
of this health essential.
6 Remember B-12 and help
Repair Memory Loss!
How one remarkable vitamin
could boost brain function.
10 New hope for
Diabetes Sufferers
You can help beat the odds
against this dreaded disease.
In this
issue
13Stop-Smoking
Tips that Work
Set a date for success: the
“Great American Smokeout.”
16 See how Priscilla Gets
others Revved up!
Healthy changes have changed
her life.
18 Laugh your Way to
holiday happiness
Emotional health expert Dr. Judy
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4. 4 l November 2008
A
s cooler temperatures arrive, many
people like to load up on Vitamin C
to ward off colds. Actually, though, you
need this important vitamin each and every day;
although it’s well-known for its ability to boost the
immune system, Vitamin C does so much more!
Vitamin C and your body
Humans are one of the few mammals that can’t
produce Vitamin C. That’s right; your body
doesn’t make or store this vital nutrient so you
must replenish your body’s supply of it every day.
Why? Because it’s involved in so many functions
of your body:
Bones – All the minerals in your bones
require Vitamin C to turn them into
health-building materials.
Blood – Your blood needs Vitamin C to convert
iron into hemoglobin, a protein in your red
blood cells.
Collagen – Vitamin C is required to form
collagen; collagen in turn forms the body’s
connective tissues such as blood vessels,
tendons, ligaments and bones.
Teeth and
gums – Vitamin
C helps maintain
healthy teeth and
gums.
Immune system function – Vitamin C
activates immune cells called lymphocytes.
Vitamin C is used to program lymphocytes to
search out specific targets and destroy them –
that’s a good thing!
Vitamin C also acts as a powerful antioxidant,
protecting your body from free radicals; these
damaging molecules can result from metabolism,
environmental toxins and stress. Free radicals
have been implicated in conditions ranging
from heart disease and cancer to arthritis and
inflammation. And, free radicals can lead
to premature aging.
In addition to protecting against free radicals,
Vitamin C can help expand the lifespan of
other antioxidants such as Vitamins A and E.
Vitamin C and illness
Although many health experts have been
touting the benefits of Vitamin C in the
treatment of certain illnesses for years (including
Nobel Prize Laureate Linus Pauling – a colleague
of Dr. Alfred Libby, inventor of Sublingual B-12,
B-6 & Folic Acid), they have often been
disregarded or treated with skepticism.
But recent studies have shown definitive,
positive results.
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Although Vitamin C deficiency is quite
rare, these signs and symptoms can
indicate a lack of this essential vitamin:
• Frequent colds or infections
• Slow-healing wounds
• Dry hair
• Gingivitis
• Bleeding gums
• Dry skin
• Easy bruising
• Nosebleeds.
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how many
fruits and
veggies you
can eat
A diet that includes plenty of fruits and
vegetables can help provide the nutrients
you need, including healthy helpings of
Vitamin C. Health experts recommend
five servings of fruits and vegetables for
children, seven for women and nine for
men. Add these Vitamin C-rich foods
to your diet:
• Strawberries • Grapefruit
• Oranges • Tomatoes
• Broccoli • Mango
• Papaya • Watermelon
• Kale • Cauliflower
• Turnip greens • Cabbage
• Brussels sprouts • Winter squash
• Kiwi • Raspberries
• Snow peas • Blueberries
• Cantaloupe • Cranberries
• Green and • Pineapples.
red peppers
Vitamin C and diabetes
A study in the July 2008 Archives of
Internal Medicine showed that those with
higher Vitamin C levels had a 62% lower risk
of developing Type II diabetes than those with
lower levels of Vitamin C. That’s great news
considering that 24 million people in the United
States alone have diabetes (according to the
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention).
Vitamin C and cancer
A 2008 study from the National Institutes of
Health and the University of Kansas showed
that when Vitamin C was administered
intravenously to mice, it reduced the weight of
ovarian, brain and pancreatic cancer tumors by
41 to 53%! The body will only allow a certain
amount of Vitamin C to be absorbed when it’s
taken orally, so researchers wanted to test the
results of intravenous Vitamin C. What they
found is that while Vitamin C shrank cancer
tumors, it did not affect normal cells. Human
trials are in the planning stages for this exciting
area of research.
Other conditions that Vitamin C has been
shown to help include:
• Cardiovascular disease
• Stroke
• High cholesterol
• Macular degeneration
• Aging skin.
Vitamin C and you
So now the question is: How much
Vitamin C do you need? Individual needs for
Vitamin C depend on a variety of factors;
one way to determine how much your body
can use is by doing the Vitamin C Flush.
(For details, and to find out about special
savings on TriVita Non-Acidic Vitamin C,
see page 12.) The Vitamin C Flush helps you
figure out how much Vitamin C you should
be taking each day. Plus, the Vitamin C
Flush can help detoxify your system. People
report increased energy and a greater sense
of well-being after doing the flush.
Your need for Vitamin C may diminish when
you eat more fresh fruit and vegetables. You
may need more Vitamin C if you are:
• Under stress
• Sick
• Running a fever
• Recovering from surgery
• Pregnant
• Breastfeeding
• A smoker.
The bottom line? A diet rich in fruits
and vegetables as well as high-quality
supplements can help ensure you get the
Vitamin C you need for optimum health.
This winter, put away the tissue box
and decongestants! By actively taking
control of your health now, you can help
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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
O
ver the years, my work in
disease prevention has
shown me how important
the B vitamins are to cognitive (brain)
health. In study after study, results
reported in professional journals and
accepted by leading medical authorities
point especially to Vitamin B-12 as a
vital part of mental functioning.
The link between Vitamin B-12, mental focus,
energy and memory is proven. You may also
know that after about age 40, our bodies
become less able to absorb Vitamin B-12 from
food. (Since this month marks the “Great
American Smokeout” in the U.S., here’s
another timely fact: Smoking steals essential
nutrients – including Vitamin B-12 – from the
body. There’s another great reason to quit!) So,
there are those who view mental decline as an
inevitable part of the aging process. However,
our discoveries about the power of B vitamins
are prompting us to re-think the idea that
getting older means losing mental function.
Correct a B-12 deficiency,
help correct memory loss
One of the premier medical authorities in the
field, Harvard Medical School, plainly endorses
the use of B-12 to treat memory loss caused
by a deficiency of this invaluable vitamin. The
prestigious school supports these findings:
• A lack of Vitamin B-12 can cause
permanent damage to brain cells
• Vitamin B-12 deficiency is among
the reversible causes of memory loss
(along with stress and disease)
• Addressing B-12 deficiency is a
treatment for memory loss
• Addressing B-12 deficiency early can
help bring back lost memory function
• Ignoring B-12 deficiency can worsen
memory loss.
Younger people at risk, too?
As I noted, it’s generally older adults who
tend to be more prone to a deficiency of B-12.
However, there is evidence that younger people
don’t get enough B-12, either.
According to the National Institutes of Health,
one study suggests that B-12 deficiency affects
a much broader age range than many have
thought. The study, published in the American
Journal of Clinical Nutrition, pointed to three
different age groups found to have about the
same deficiency in blood levels of B-12: those
65 and over, those ages 50-64 and those ages
26-49. That’s right: people as young as 26
turned out to be as B-12 deficient as some
people over 65.
by Dr. Scott Conard, M.D.
Remember: “B” vitamins are a smart part of brain health
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The holidays are here! And that means
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(green bean casserole).
• Don’t plan on starting a diet January 1;
thinking about it can lead to binge eating
during the holidays.
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Here are some tips for controlling your food
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• Cut corners where you can – If you skip
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Look for low-fat dips and sauces.
• Don’t linger by the table holding the
food; you may eat several more cookies
than you planned!
• Prepare one plate of food, keep the portions
small and eat slowly. After you’ve eaten,
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rest of the evening.
• Avoid alcohol as it is high in calories.
Choose water or another low calorie
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New hope for diabetes sufferers
Proper nutrition, exercise and vitamin supplementation can help people
with diabetes enjoy a healthy, productive life By Dr. Samuel N. Grief, M.D., CCFP, FCFP
Diabetes is a silent enemy
Every year, millions of Americans live their lives
not noticing that they have subtle warning signs
of diabetes. These less obvious signs, such as
change in vision, fatigue, sleepiness and trouble
fighting off infections, may not necessarily make
you think of diabetes... but they should! It is
usually the more obvious symptoms, such as
unintentional weight loss, excess thirst and
urination and fainting that signal the onset
of diabetes and spur people to action.
Remember, if you are diagnosed with diabetes,
life does not end! However, change is required in
order to correct some of the imbalances that led
to the development of diabetes in the first place.
First, take stock of your weight
Obesity causes approximately 60% of all cases
of type 2 (adult-onset) diabetes. Losing weight
is very likely to lessen the need for prescription
medicine to control diabetes.
Second, learning to count carbohydrates is
necessary for all people with diabetes in order
to keep the blood sugar relatively stable and free
of any wild fluctuations. Limiting carbohydrate
intake may also minimize the need for insulin.
Third, exercise will help improve your body’s
natural sensitivity to its own or to any injected
insulin you provide.
Many people are not sure why they end up with
diabetes. For most, a combination of genetic
predisposition and lifestyle habits sets off a slow
and steady decline in pancreatic function. This
decline is inevitable unless the above lifestyle
modifications are introduced. Taking supple-
ments to help keep diabetes away is tempting.
But do they really work?
Good news from the scientific
world regarding vitamins and
diabetes prevention
A recent study of middle-aged and older men
and women was undertaken to see whether the
rate of developing diabetes would be affected
by how much Vitamin C was circulating in the
blood among the study population’s participants.
Vitamin C is a known antioxidant and promotes
the well-being of several organ systems, including
the heart, blood vessels, skin, gums, teeth
and the immune system. This particular study
concluded that those individuals with the
highest blood levels of Vitamin C were signifi-
cantly less likely to develop diabetes over the
12-year study than those with the lowest levels.
This is outstanding news!
Translating this news into real-world practical
advice, if you or any member of your family
would like to lessen the risk for developing
diabetes, consider eating more Vitamin C-rich
foods. Specific Vitamin C-rich foods include:
• Oranges and other citrus fruits
• Sweet and hot peppers
• Cantaloupe
• Potatoes (baked, not fried)
• Cherries.
Vitamin C can also be obtained
through supplements
If you choose to supplement, be sure you take
a high-quality one that contains the appropriate
amount to boost your blood level. Healthcare
professionals recommend anywhere from several
hundreds to several thousands of miligrams of
Vitamin C per day.
Finally, diabetes is a known risk factor for
heart disease, eye disease, skin infections and
kidney disease. Fortunately, Vitamin C is
known to help improve blood flow and as an
antioxidant protects against sun damage to
the eyes and skin, as well.
The bottom line is this: eat a healthy and
balanced diet, stay active and supplement with
the right combination of vitamins and minerals
to help stave off or keep your medical conditions
under control, especially diabetes.
See page 12 to find out how
the Vitamin C flush can boost
your immune system.
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Could your heart and arteries be under attack
by pre-diabetes? Some 57 million people have
this condition, according to The National
Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney
Diseases. Pre-diabetes means that blood
glucose levels are higher than normal but not
high enough to be considered diabetes. Many
people with pre-diabetes eventually develop the
disease; studies indicate that diabetes-associated
damage – especially to the cardiovascular system
– may already be occurring in pre-diabetics.
Unfortunately, pre-diabetes has no symptoms.
And the symptoms of diabetes itself, as with
other conditions, are often absent, and may not
even appear until well after you get diabetes.
That’s why the best way to find out if you have
pre-diabetes is to assess your risk factors, consult
with your healthcare provider and go from there.
Pre-diabetes/diabetes risk factors
Do any of these apply to you?
YES NO Over 45 years old
YES NO Belong to a high risk race or
ethnic group: Asian American,
African American, Hispanic/
Latino, Native American, Alaska
Native, Pacific Islander
YES NO Family history of diabetes,
especially in your immediate family
YES NO Overweight/obese
YES NO Sedentary lifestyle
YES NO High blood pressure
(140/90 mm Hg or higher)
YES NO Low HDL (“good”) cholesterol
(below 35 mg/dL)
YES NO High triglycerides
(above 250 mg/dL)
YES NO History of cardiovascular disease
Women:
YES NO Had gestational diabetes
YES NO Gave birth to a nine-plus
pound baby
YES NO Have polycystic ovary syndrome
Should I get tested?
Ask your healthcare provider for a fasting blood
glucose test or an oral glucose tolerance test if:
• You are over 45 and overweight
• You are under 45, overweight and have
one or more of the above risk factors
• If you are over 45 and at a healthy weight,
ask your healthcare provider if you should
be tested.
What should I do if I’m pre-diabetic?
The good news about pre-diabetes is that with
proper nutrition and exercise, you can delay –
and even protect against – the onset of type 2
diabetes. A major study showed that with 30
minutes of daily exercise and a 5-10% reduction
in body weight, people were able to reduce their
chances of getting diabetes by 58%!
Diet – Reduce your fat and calorie intake,
and control your portion sizes. Be sure to include
plenty of fruits, vegetables and lean meats in
your diet.
Here’s a good rule of thumb for breaking down
your meals: Divide your plate in half. Fill half
with non-starchy vegetables, fill one quarter with
lean protein and the remaining quarter with
carbohydrates. For the best results, consider
working with a dietician on a meal plan that
best suits your personal needs.
Exercise – Just 30 minutes a day of aerobic
exercise can make a huge difference in your
health. Not only can exercise help you lose
weight, but it can also help lower your blood
sugar and cholesterol, help your body use
insulin, reduce stress, increase your energy
and improve your mood.
Walking, swimming, biking and dancing are just
a few examples of beneficial aerobic exercises.
If you think you may be pre-diabetic, meet with
your healthcare provider right away. Remember,
a diagnosis of pre-diabetes does not have to
mean that you will eventually get diabetes.
Arm yourself with the knowledge you need to
keep and maintain normal glucose levels –
and good health!
Are you pre-diabetic?
Symptoms
of Diabetes
Although these are the classic
symptoms of diabetes, they are often
absent, resemble symptoms of other
conditions or appear well after
you’ve become diabetic. Your best
bet for early detection is to assess
your risk factors.
• Excessive thirst
• Frequent desire to urinate
• Extreme hunger
• Unexplained weight loss
• Extreme fatigue
• Blurred vision
Check your
risk factors
to protect
your health

12. TriVita’s
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Powerful immune system support and much
more! It helps:
• Fight free radicals that contribute to illness
• Assist in normalizing blood pressure
and cholesterol
• Speed wound recovery and aid in healing
• Support production and use of antibodies
that fight illness
• Detoxify alcohol, pesticides, smoke
and pollution.
Over time, your body collects toxins, or poisons,
that can damage your health. They collect in your
lymphatic system and this can affect your body’s
ability to heal itself.
What is the lymphatic system?
The lymphatic or “lymph” system is an
important part of the immune system. It’s
made up of vessels, organs, nodes and ducts that
help maintain fluid balance in your body. Plus,
the lymph system makes, stores and carries
white blood cells throughout your body.
Toxins can pile up in your lymph nodes.
Two-thirds of your immune system resides in
these lymph nodes. If they are full of toxins,
your body will not respond correctly to new
stresses. Also, allergies and autoimmune diseases
can start with these nodes when they are full
of waste. A process called a Vitamin C Flush
can help your body get rid of this waste.
The Vitamin C Flush
The Vitamin C Flush can help stimulate your
lymphatic system and help you calculate the
maximum amount of Vitamin C that your
body can use every day.
Because Vitamin C is water soluble, it
must be taken every day. It is an important
antioxidant that helps protect cells against
damage caused by free radicals (unstable atoms
or molecules). It also supports the body’s immune
system and plays a role in healthy gums, skin,
vision and connective tissue. Here’s how the
flush works:
1. Start your flush in the morning on an
empty stomach; set aside at least four hours
of uninterrupted time at home. It will not
take that long but you want to have that
time to comfortably recover from the flush.
2. Take 1 teaspoon of TriVita Non-Acidic
Vitamin C Crystals in 4 or more ounces
of water or juice every 15 minutes until
the lymph system “flushes.”
Important note: Some people report loose
stools or even diarrhea with large amounts
of Vitamin C. The lymph flush is not to
be confused with diarrhea. Lymph fluid is
plasma – mostly water. You will know your
lymph system has flushed when you release
large amounts of fluid through your bowels.
This is the point where your body can no
longer absorb Vitamin C.
3. Multiply the number of teaspoons of
Vitamin C it took to flush by 0.75. This
is the maximum number of teaspoons you
can use in a day.
Example: 8 teaspoons to flush x 0.75 = 6
Take no more than 6 teaspoons of
Vitamin C per day
4. Divide the number of daily teaspoons by 3;
this will be your serving in the morning,
midday and evening.
Example: Maximum of 6 teaspoons
6 ÷ 3 = 2 teaspoons
2 teaspoons in the morning
2 teaspoons at midday
2 teaspoons in the evening
5. Finish the bottle of Vitamin C at this reduced
serving. You may continue taking this
amount daily for several months if desired.
The average person can flush 1-4 times per year.
In time, and after several flushes, you may see that
your daily Vitamin C needs go down to what may
be considered a more normal serving – one or two
teaspoons, twice a day. If you have any questions
consult your healthcare provider.
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“I use the Vitamin C Flush to stay
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I always do the flush when I know I have an impor-
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long awaited family vacation. I know I can rest easy
because I will be ready for anything. It only takes
me about 4 tsps. to reach the “flush” point. TriVita’s
Non-Acidic Vitamin C Crystals really are amazing,
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“It was such a good feeling to know
I rid my body of deadly toxins.”
“I am a breast cancer survivor – a
little over a year out (yeah!) and I was
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Needless to say, I was very excited to try it with
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wasn’t a terribly long time, I had a good night’s
sleep and woke up feeling very energized. It was
such a good feeling to know I rid my body of deadly
toxins and I found out how much Vitamin C my body
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You know all the healthy reasons to quit, but
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A Anticipate and plan for the challenges
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R Remove cigarettes and other tobacco
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Once you’ve STARTed, there will be times when
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3 Teach yourself to relax quickly with deep
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slowly. Do this 10 times and hold the last
breath while you picture a peaceful scene
(also check the 10 Essentials on page 2).
4 Light a candle instead of a cigarette
5 Have a change of scene: go outside,
or to a different room
6 Congratulate yourself on each day
of success.
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For ex-smokers, the “slip-up” period is often
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and plan how to handle it when it comes
up again.
If you need more help to become or remain
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“We can only grow to be better...
by directing others to TriVita.”
In less than a year with
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realized not just a business
dream, but a life goal:
he’s going to Hawaii! As
the Grand Prize Winner
of TriVita’s Anniversary
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thrilled at the prospect of his trip. But his biggest
excitement comes from being affiliated with a
company that cares as much as he does about
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Born and raised in Africa, Godwin knows that his
life purpose is answering the call of God to preach
the gospel around the world. That’s a perfect
fit with his TriVita business, which he views as a
ministry: “When you find a company like TriVita,
with core values like your own, you follow your
passion towards it!” His success stems from his
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ence those benefits for themselves, “They have no
question about getting signed up and on board.”
There is even purpose for Godwin in winning the
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he had a vision, a dream of a place with a name he
had never heard, and found that it was an island
in the South Pacific. At the time, he told his wife
that his dream vacation would be on this island.
“But how would I ever get there – it was so far from
where I was!” in Africa, he says. He simply knew
that he would go there someday, somehow, as
part of his purpose to preach to people all around
the world. For 15 years he carried this dream in his
heart, and now it will come true when he and his
wife collect their amazing Grand Prize.
It’s no wonder that Godwin Ude calls joining
with TriVita “One of the best decisions I have
ever made.”
“TriVita Sublingual B-12 is
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The power of personal
referrals has brought big
rewards to Barb Allen.
Her TriVita success has won
her second prize (a home
cardio trainer) in the TriVita
Anniversary Sweepstakes,
but more importantly, her prize
is wellness. Unable to sleep one night, she saw
an infomercial for TriVita’s Sublingual B-12, and
ordered it immediately. The product has done
“amazingly well” for her, she affirms: Barb has more
energy throughout the day, sleeps better at night
and has virtually no more symptoms of her
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painful, she’d stand on cold concrete for relief. That
ended when she started taking Sublingual B-12.
When Barb makes a referral, it has extra credibility
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Many have tried other B-12 products, but once they
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Most of the people who come to Barb have already
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trated and often feel much worse than when they
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That quote sums up why
Bill DeFalco is sold on
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the TriVita opportunity with
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the third place winner in
the TriVita Anniversary
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to have his massage chair prize, and happier still
to be working with a solid company.
“The company has a pristine track record,
and has built a solid nine-year foundation,”
he notes. “That’s why I’ve decided to run with
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30 years, and hopes to be taking off more
and more from his New York home to grow his
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to TriVita five years ago, he opted to watch and
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Thanks to his research on the TriVita opportunity
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education and looking forward to a debt-free life.
As someone who works in the medical field, Bill
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right, exercises, and supplements his diet with
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It all began with a fantastic product experience.
Like so many other busy moms, Priscilla was tired
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her feel more energetic, less irritable, improve her
mood and stay mentally alert. The supplements
worked together beautifully. Priscilla’s husband,
Dr. Babb, who is a minister, also started taking
them and they have since added Vitamin C
Crystals and CoQ-10 to their regimen. The
improvement they’ve both experienced in weight,
energy, mood, complexion/hair and activity level
has been amazing.
“I started to get a lot of compliments about my
appearance and people asked me what I was
doing to stay so healthy and in good shape,”
Priscilla says. “Here I am, a 41-year-old stay-at-
home mom who is taking care of three kids and
also helping to fulfill the vision that God gave
my husband.”
Now that Dr. Babb and Priscilla are taking
Sublingual B-12, they have much more energy
to walk and run on a regular basis. Priscilla also
states that, “It is important to eat proper food
and drink a lot of water. However, by the time
you eat your food, due to cooking, it has already
lost a lot of its nutritional value. That’s why
TriVita offers good nutritional supplements that
will add value to your everyday life.”
In addition to Sublingual B-12 Priscilla
also recommends:
• Vitamin C to nourish your heart,
liver and skin and help to protect
against aging
• CoQ-10 because it helps support every
cell in your body
• OmegaPrime because it is good for
your joints and brain
• Leanology Capsules, Shakes and Chews
because she’s seen how effective they are
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mmending these products to others – with great results!
“I love these products, so it’s easy for me
to recommend them to other people,”
Priscilla continues. Dr. Babb is a national
and international speaker and both have to
juggle their responsibilities at home with a
heavy travel schedule. So, with two such busy
lives, it’s especially important that they keep
health and nutrition at the top of their mind.
“It is worth investing in your body because it is
the temple of God,” Priscilla notes. “If you can
keep your spirit, body and soul healthy through
the reading of the word of God and also by
eating the right foods, exercise, lots of water and
TriVita’s nutritional supplements, you’ll have a
long, healthy and fruitful life and be much more
productive, especially in the body of Christ,
your job and busy lifestyle.”
As an Affiliate Member, Priscilla
is profiting from her good health
Although she just recently signed up for the
Affiliate Member Referral Program, in a short
period of time, it has taken off like a rocket.
Priscilla has already referred 10-15 people
to TriVita – and the numbers keep rising.
“It is my passion to see others healthy and
in good shape,” she explains. “When you refer
people you get a $25 Gift Card and an additional
compensation check in the mail. This program
works and it’s so easy – plus it’s absolutely free!
I’ve gotten a very good response from handing
out the 10% discount referral coupons.”
She also sends interested people to TriVita’s
Website for more information about products
and for up-to-the-minute details about
special offers.
“I feel really good about being an Affiliate
Member, because I am helping people take
better care of themselves and at the same time
being rewarded for it,” says Priscilla. “There’s a
big incentive because if you refer enough people
you can get TriVita products free for life. It’s
also free to become an Affiliate Member.”
Priscilla’s strategy for success
She uses her own positive experiences with
TriVita supplements to help others improve their
health and wellness. She also believes that the
reason many people do not see results is because
of inconsistency, lack of discipline and giving
up too soon.
“TriVita offers a great opportunity for just about
anyone – whether they are in the ministry, have
their own business or are stay-at-home moms,”
Priscilla says. “All you have to do is buy any
TriVita product that fits your need and you
automatically become a Member and can sign
up for the Affiliate Program.” She encourages
all Affiliate Members to remember to give any
potential referrals their membership number
so they can qualify to get a $25 TriVita Gift
Card and additional compensation.
“The best way to succeed with this wonderful
program is to consistently use the TriVita
products of your choice and your good health
will be the best testimony for others,” she
concludes. Priscilla is so excited by her referral
success that she plans on building a steady,
solid revenue stream.
Both Dr. Babb and Priscilla offer these words of
encouragement to everyone: “3 John 2: ‘Beloved,
I pray that you may prosper in all things and be
in health, just as your soul prospers.’ As you lead
others will follow. God bless you.”
shaveimprovedthankstoTriVitasupplements
“I started to get a
lot of compliments
about my appearance
and people asked
me what I was doing to
stay so healthy
and in good shape.”

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M
y goodness, where
has this year gone?
It’s that wonderful
time of year again and the
holidays are almost upon us.
The holiday season officially
begins with Thanksgiving
at my house. It is my favorite holiday of the year.
For many of us it is a time for kicking off our
shoes, relaxing and spending time with family
and friends as we share in the annual feast.
Yet, I have found in my work as an emotional
health professional that many people suffer deep
emotional stress between Thanksgiving and
New Year’s as a result of the numerous holiday
pressures and activities. Some tend to overeat
or eat the wrong food, drink too much, hold
in feelings and in general they just don’t take
care of themselves.
There’s no doubt that the holidays are stressful –
all that running around shopping for the perfect
gift, money pressure from the extra expenditures,
and the possibility of confronting old family
tensions during the holiday festivities.
More than 76% of North Americans
indicate that they experience “great
stress” during the holiday season.
Over the years, I have encouraged my clients to
put in place effective defense strategies to offset
the stress response to the holidays. One strategy
that always receives the most favorable feedback
is to plan a time-out from the holiday rush for
fun and laughter.
According to a study done by Dr. Tan from
California’s Loma Linda University Medical
Center – laughter can have a huge impact on
our immune system.
Laughter and its connection to
physical and emotional wellness
The university did a study on two groups of
adults. One group watched an hour of comedy
videos, while the other group sat quietly out of
earshot in another room. Through regular blood
tests carried out during the comedy shows they
found that the laughter group had an increase
in good hormones and a decrease in the body’s
stress hormone. The quiet group showed no
significant change in their hormones.
Dr. Tan concluded that, “Laughter
brings a balance to all components of
the immune system.”
You can begin right now to make a list of
activities (play) that you would enjoy doing
just for fun. Being proactive at the start of
the holiday season by planning for play and
laughter will give you an added immune
boost that will keep you happy, healthy,
and active throughout the holiday rush.
Ideas to get your HOLIDAY FUN
list started:
1. Invite some friends to go with you to a
karaoke venue; sing, laugh and have fun.
2. Rent some funny movies and invite your
friends over for movies and popcorn.
3. Play the Old Maid card game with a child.
Watch with amusement as the child tries
to hide the automatic smile that flickers
across his or her face when drawing the
Old Maid card. (Fact: Children laugh 400
times a day, while adults laugh on average
a mere 15 times).
4. Go to a card store and read the Far Side
cards by Gary Larson. Don’t be surprised
if you find yourself laughing out loud.
5. Find hundreds of jokes online and
memorize a few to tell to your friends
and family. Go online to:
readersdigest.com/funnyjokes.
6. Seek out funny people to be around.
The evidence is in that taking time out to play
isn’t just for kids anymore. Play and having fun,
plus a good dose of laughter, needs to be an
important part of an adult’s established
emotional health routine.
“Laughter brings a balance
to all components of the
immune system.”
Laugh, Have Fun
and Play Your Way
Through the Holidays
by Dr. Judy
“It’s not happiness that makes us laugh,
it’s laughing that makes us happy.”
– Janet Lifshin
Dr. 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.

19. A
s a chaplain,
this is absolutely
my favorite time
of year. People tend to
spend more time reflecting
on their lives, often
becoming more “gratitude
conscious” and loving
towards one another.
Don’t do “drive-by” prayers
This year I especially want to thank God for
all of His blessings and answered prayer in my
own life. It’s easy to go into your prayer time
with your laundry list of needs and requests.
It’s kind of like doing a “drive-by” prayer: “Here
you are God, now do Your thing.” We tend to
go on with our daily routine and forget how
God often moves heaven and earth to answer
those prayers for us.
Psalm 69:30 says, “I will praise God’s name in
song and glorify him with thanksgiving.” This is
the Scripture that caused me to think about
the times in my life when I realized God had
answered a prayer of mine. Wow! He really did
listen. “Thank you God,” I would say, and be
on my way. But did I really sing and glorify
Him with thanksgiving?
Keep an attitude of gratitude
by journaling
As part of my wellness journey, I keep a daily
journal that I write in. In one column I list
my prayer requests, in another I list the
answered prayers that I have received, and
recently, I have added a third column which
now asks the question: “Did I thank God and
glorify Him?” I want to make sure I take the
time to not only thank Him in advance of the
answer, but I want to also give Him thanks
when going into my new prayer requests.
Reminding God of all the times He has come
through for me and my family not only gives
me a boost of added faith, but it allows me to
really give God all the praise He deserves. As
I see those answered prayers come to fruition,
my attitude of gratitude goes up another notch!
TriVita – not your ordinary place
of employment
TriVita is privileged to receive many personal
prayer requests. We have an intranet system
that allows our employees to send in prayer
requests, not only for themselves, but for
Members who have called in to place orders
and happen to share their needs and ask for
prayer. Each week, a group of us take time
to pray for these requests. We feel privileged
and grateful for Members like you who trust
us enough to ask for prayer.
As we celebrate the Thanksgiving season
and give thanks for our family and the many
blessings God has given us, even during
a trying economic time, I encourage each
of you to devote equal time to praising and
thanking God – not just for what He’s done,
but for what He’s going to do in your life.
Have an especially blessed Thanksgiving
this year by entering into God’s gates with
thanksgiving in your heart and into His
courts with praise!
your body, His Temple
1 Cor. 6:19-20
“I will praise God’s name in song and glorify Him with thanksgiving.” – Psalm 69:30
The Power of Gratitude – giving Him the glory
by Chaplain Gene Henderson
Psalm 100:4
“Enter His gates with
Thanksgiving and into
His courts with praise.
Be thankful to Him,
and bless His name!”
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With Thanksgiving approaching,
it seems appropriate to focus on the
things we are all grateful for. The
holiday, however, shouldn’t be the
only time to give thanks to others.
Expressing your gratitude year ‘round
has been shown to bring happiness and
maintain good friendships. Next time
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these 10 ideas to make a lasting impact.
1 Be specific. Rather than just saying
“thank you” to someone after he or she has
done something for you, explain what they
did specifically and how it affected you. For
example “Thank you so much for picking up
the groceries today. I’ve been really busy and
I couldn’t have done it without you.”
2 Write a note. A hand-written note
or letter of thanks is rare nowadays, which
makes it extra special.
3 Send flowers. Flowers are a great way
to say “thank you” with a bang! They’ll make
someone feel appreciated and brighten their day.
You don’t have to spend a lot of money. Pick up a
bouquet of flowers from a local grocery store
or (even better!) cut blooms from your garden and
deliver them yourself.
4 Give a special gift. Gifts don’t have to
be pricey or overdone. Find out what your friend
or coworker likes. Do they like going to the
movies? Do they love to write? You can get them
a gift card, or buy them a journal or pen.
5 Pick up the phone. Place an
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to that someone you’ve been thinking about. You
can let them know you are grateful to have them
in your life. You’ll be glad you called,
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6 Sweeten it up. Leave a piece of choco-
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7 Bake. Nothing says “thank you” like a
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very appreciated for your time and effort.
8 E-Card. The Internet is one of the fastest
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22. Alzheimer’s Disease−
Separating Myths from Facts
During National Alzheimer’s Awareness Month,
some strategies that will help you ward off disease
by Brazos Minshew, TriVita Chief Science Officer
HCY update
The devastation of Alzheimer’s disease
(AD) affects millions of families
throughout North America. Unfortunately,
you’ll find a certain amount of misinformation
about this horrific epidemic on TV, the Internet,
newspapers and magazines. My own family has
been touched by Alzheimer’s so it’s very impor-
tant for me to help you separate the myths from
the truth about AD. By having the facts you can
better protect yourself against the onset of
Alzheimer’s or help your loved ones who are
already suffering from the disease.
Myth: We see more people with
Alzheimer’s disease because of
media attention
Truth: The number of people with AD is
increasing every year and the percentage of
people with AD in North America is increasing,
though the lifespan is getting shorter.
The number of people with Alzheimer’s disease
is increasing at an alarming rate. There is no
cure. Currently, over 500 clinical trials are being
conducted just to find a way to slow down the
runaway epidemic of AD. But trying to reverse
the damage of AD once the disease has
progressed is like trying to hold back the tide
with your bare hands: there is little hope of
success. Prevention and slowing the progress
of AD are the only hopes we currently have.
Year after year we watch as this disease steals
the people we love. The irony of this disease
is so disheartening: AD strikes when we are at
the richest point in life in terms of experience
and wisdom.
Myth: Alzheimer’s disease is genetic;
there is nothing we can do about it.
Truth: AD is the accumulation of many years
of damage to your brain, causing plaque to build
up and nerves to tangle. There are prevention
strategies that work to help reduce the damage
to our brain and to reduce the chances of AD.
The chances of being diagnosed with AD
increase as we age. AD affects about half of
people age 85 and older. However, this is more
a product of biological age than chronological age.
In other words, AD has more to do with how
well we are aging rather than how many days
we cross off our calendar! AD is a disease of
accumulation: every trauma to our head, every
toxin that poisons our brain, every stressful
day and every moment we are nutrient-deficient
add to the accumulated damage to our brain.
This is biological aging and it has little to
do with the calendar.
Genetics absolutely plays a role in AD devel-
opment. We can often get a glimpse into our
genetics by looking at our homocysteine (HCY)
levels. The higher the blood levels of HCY, the
greater the likelihood we will develop AD.
A gene defect that predisposes a person to AD
is called the MTHFR defect. It is common in
about 40% of people. This gene pumps out HCY
in very high amounts. What is the solution for
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in B vitamins. (A published clinical trial of
HCY Guard demonstrated that it reduced
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So, while there are definite genetic markers
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I come from a family with a history of Alzheimer’s.
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last year, I heard about TriVita through James
Robison’s TV program.
I immediately went online to purchase HCY
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“Super B-12 has been instrumental in
helping me maintain focus.”
“I started taking the Super
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I was handed a major project that required long
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Thanks, TriVita!”
– Debbie H. Birmingham, AL
“I don’t intend to ever be without
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“I am very pleased with Adaptogen 10 Plus!
In October of 2006, I contracted sepsis (a life-
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– Pam M. Highland, CA
“I believe your Vitamin C has helped me
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“I have gastrointestinal issues that
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25. VITAJOURNAL l 25
T
hey swim. They dance. They pilot
yachts. They put on shows. They travel
around North America in their motor
home. And whatever they do, wherever they go,
Marvis and Harry L. hear the same question:
“Where do you get all that energy?!”
It’s a natural question to ask anyone this active;
even more natural when you know that Harry
is 84 and Marvis is 82. Married for 21 years, this
remarkable Florida couple keeps up a routine
that would exhaust many younger folks, but it’s
just glorious daily life for them.
“We’ve been using TriVita products for years –
especially Energy Now! and Sublingual B-12,
B-6 & Folic Acid – and we know this is why we
have so much energy,” says Marvis. “Of course,
we eat right and don’t smoke, and we thank the
Lord every morning for another glorious day.”
The doctor couldn’t believe it
Harry, a World War II bomber pilot and former
commercial airline pilot, knows that taking the
controls of his health depends on smart eating,
exercise and using the right quality
supplements. “TriVita’s products must
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On a recent visit to a new doctor, Harry
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Both Harry and Marvis start their day
with TriVita’s Energy Now! and give
themselves a midday boost with
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“People just can’t believe how much energy we
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TriVita several years ago when she and Harry
moved to a coastal town in southwestern
Florida. “We swim almost every morning in the
pool, we dance two or three times a week, Harry
rides his bike, I do all my own housework, and
we still have spare energy to go out on our boat.”
It’s no wonder that the couple’s
neighbors, family and friends
ask them their energy secret all
the time. That’s when Marvis
tells them about TriVita, and
hands out referral cards. “It’s
easy to use and recommend
TriVita products. They really
work, and I appreciate the
company’s emphasis on
spirituality and being grateful
for all our blessings.”
A flapper, a sultan and a Dixieland
band: “It’s showtime!”
The most gratifying activities for Marvis and
Harry are the shows they put on at assisted
living facilities in their community. With a
friend’s Dixieland band and a few other kindred
spirits in entertainment, the energetic duo sing,
dance and put on comedy skits. One crowd-
pleaser features Harry dressed as a sultan
attended by harem “girls.” In another, Marvis
uses her professional experience as a dance
instructor to do a mean Charleston, flapper
outfit and all.
“It makes our hearts feel good to see the
residents smile and laugh,” says Marvis.
A firm believer in the power of prayer, Marvis
affirms, “I know I’ve been blessed, with my
wonderful husband and my healthy life.” The
day before they met in 1982, Marvis remembers
that, “I asked the Lord to send me a good man
to love me for who I am.” Recalls Harry with
a chuckle today, “With a connection like that,
I didn’t stand a chance.”
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Vitamin C helped reduce cancer tumor growth and size in mice
Washington, DC
A new study from the National Institutes of Health showed that high-dose intravenous injections of Vitamin C
helped reduce cancer tumors in mice. The research, which appeared in the August 2008 Proceedings of the National
Academy of Sciences, focused on mice with brain, ovarian and pancreatic cancers.
Because the body will only allow a certain amount of Vitamin C to be absorbed when it’s taken orally, researchers
bypassed the digestive system by injecting high doses of Vitamin C into the veins or abdominal cavities of mice
with brain, ovarian or pancreatic tumors. Tumor growth and weight was reduced by 41 to 53 percent. Normal cells
were unaffected by the Vitamin C.
Study authors say that more research is needed before this can be applied to humans; however, the lead author
of the study said that clinical trials of Vitamin C as a cancer treatment are in the planning stages.
Low Vitamin B-12 levels linked to brain volume loss
Oxford, United Kingdom
A study published in the September 2008 edition of Neurology showed that people with lower levels of Vitamin
B-12 were six times more likely to lose brain volume than those with higher B-12 levels.
Researchers at the University of Oxford studied 107 adults ages 61 to 87 for five years to investigate the link
between Vitamin B-12 levels and loss of brain volume. Participants underwent annual blood tests, MRIs, physical
exams and memory tests.
All the participants had B-12 levels within the normal range; however, the differences in brain volume were
significant between those in the normal-low range and those in the normal-high range.
Holiday stress can lead to overeating
Cambridge, Massachusetts
A survey conducted by the American Psychological Association showed that nearly half of women in the United
States experience more stress during the holidays. This in turn contributes to “comfort” eating and drinking,
which can result in weight gain. The survey showed that one in three people turn to food to help cope with stress.
Of the women surveyed, 41% indicated they ate for comfort during the holidays while 31% said they ate for comfort
throughout the year. For men, 25% used food for comfort during the holidays, versus 19% for the rest of the year.
The survey was conducted among 369 men and 417 women.
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Seven Ways to
BOOSTImmune Health
Try these easy tips to help you stay balanced,
healthy and happy throughout the winter months
By Christa Orecchio, Certified Clinical Nutritionist, Holistic Health Counselor
1. Let supplements give you a boost! It’s a good idea to tune-up your
supplement plan when the seasons change. TriVita’s quality supplements
can be your best defense. Try Vitamin C Non-Acidic Crystals along with
NutraFruits, Odorless Garlic and Echinacea with Golden Seal. They will help
fortify your system for cold and flu season.
2. Keep the sweetness, reduce the sugar. If you do only one thing to
boost your immune system, reduce “the white stuff.” You will see drastic
results in your energy levels, weight, mood and immunity when you eat
less refined sugar. Keep the sweetness with healthier alternatives such as
agave nectar, stevia or honey.
3. Eat plenty of fruits and veggies, especially mushrooms!
The nutritional content that you receive from raw fruits and veggies is
unparalleled. Dark-colored produce (berries, kale and broccoli) tends
to have the most immune-boosting nutrients. Also, shiitake and maitake
mushrooms increase the body’s production of white blood cells, which
are an important part of the immune system.
4. Get spicy! Cooking with spices enhances digestion by making nutrients
more easily available to the body. Different spices also have specific immune-
boosting properties. Tumeric has an immune-modulating effect because it is
detoxifying. Cumin enhances digestion and black pepper increases vigor by
reaching deeper tissues. Try the Immunity Spice Mix to the right!
5. Limit caffeine. As enticing as that cup of joe sounds in the morning,
caffeine robs your body of minerals and vitamins, while also dehydrating
you. If you do drink coffee, make sure you add additional water per cup of
coffee. Adequate water will reduce headaches, cravings and fatigue.
6. Connect with movement. Exercise improves health and happiness
by releasing endorphins. Find a movement that inspires you and you’ll be
making the right move to better health.
7. Nurture yourself. Today’s world is frenetic so make sure you take time for
yourself, doing whatever recharges you. That’s because taking care of your
emotional needs is just as important as food is to your system. Our bodies
respond to our emotions – if you’re feeling overwhelmed and anxious, it may
result in a sore throat or a cold. Create a space within yourself and your living
environment for harmony, self-love and joy. When you’re happy, you’re far
less likely to get sick.
Cool Weather Miso
DIRECTIONS
Cut wakame strip into small pieces. Bring water to boil, add wakame
and carrot, simmer 15 minutes. Add kale and mushrooms and cook
5 minutes, then add green onion and simmer briefly. Turn off heat,
and dissolve miso into the soup by stirring through a strainer.
INGREDIENTS
2 ½ cups water
½ cup sliced carrot
½ cup sliced kale or watercress
1 green onion, sliced
3 inch strip wakame seaweed
½ cup shitake mushrooms
1 Tbsp. barley miso
Immunity Spice Mix
DIRECTIONS
Heat 1 tsp. spice mixture with 1 Tbsp. ghee or butter, using
medium-high heat, until the mixture releases an aroma. Remove
from the heat immediately. Add to cooked brown rice, vegetables
or any other savory food.
INGREDIENTS
6 parts tumeric
3 parts ground cumin
3 parts ground coriander
6 parts ground fennel
1 part powdered, dry ginger
1 part ground black pepper
¼ part ground cinnamon
here are some delicious, immune-boosting recipes that will help
keep you healthy this winter.
Christa Orecchio

28. trivita.com
T
he holiday season is a time of joy we
look forward to, but it also represents
a time of heightened stress. Stress can
have a negative effect on us, both physically
and mentally, so it’s important to find ways to
cope with it. It’s easy to turn to unhealthy
behaviors such as over-eating or smoking, but
this will only worsen the problem. This year,
commit to make a change in your life that will
benefit you positively.
There are several stress-relieving techniques
that will help trigger the body to relax. Practiced
regularly (daily is best), these techniques will
help reduce stress and boost feelings
of happiness and calm. Choose the one
that best suites you.
Deep breathing
• Sit in a comfortable position, with your
back straight. Place one hand over your
chest, the other over your abdomen.
• Breathe in through your nose, and notice
as your hand on your stomach moves. The
hand on your chest should move very little.
This means you are breathing in from your
stomach and filling your lungs with air.
• Exhale through your mouth to let out all
the air (you might count to get a good
rhythm). Notice how your stomach goes
back in.
• Concentrate on peaceful, deep breathing
one to two times a day for stress relief.
Guided imagery
• Close your eyes and use
your senses to imagine a
serene and tranquil place. This
could be a tropical island, a quiet
cabin in the woods, a favorite
childhood spot; any place that
makes you feel calm and at ease.
• See the details around you (the
sun rising, the palm trees waving).
Hear the wind blow or the waves
reaching the shore. Feel the cool air
on your skin, or the water at your
feet. Smell the flowers or trees beside
you. Taste the clean, fresh air.
• Whenever you feel stressed, take a few
minutes to close your eyes and think of
this peaceful place. Your mind will travel
there with you for a moment, and your
body will begin to relax.
Massage therapy for stress relief
• Soothing your scalp: place your fingers
on the back of your head, with your
thumbs resting behind your ears. Make
circles on your scalp with your fingertips
for 15-20 seconds. This is a simple, quick
exercise to massage your scalp and relax
your body tension.
• Eye Relaxation: Close your eyes. Place
your ring fingers under your eyebrows
at the bridge of your nose. Press down
slowly for 5-10 seconds, and then gently
release. Repeat two to three times.
• Relieving sinus pressure: Place the
tips of your fingers at the bridge of your
nose. Slowly move your fingers down your
nose and across your upper cheekbones,
to the outside of your eyes.
• Tension relief for your shoulders:
With one arm, reach over the front
of your body to your opposite shoulder.
Press firmly, using a circular motion,
on the muscle above your shoulder blade.
This should release bottled-up tension.
When stress builds up (especially during
the holidays), our health can wear down. It’s
important to take the time to relax in this
and every season.
trivita.com28 l November 2008
Calm your holiday worries with
simple stress-relieving techniques

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Q: What is the House of Giving?
A: The House of Giving is a charitable
non-profit organization founded by the
leadership of TriVita to help people in crisis.
Q: Why was the House of Giving
founded?
A: The primary purpose for founding the
House of Giving was to help people in need.
There are millions of people impacted by
famine, floods, polluted water, and domestic,
national and civil violence. We believed that
TriVita would become a successful company
and wanted to share our good fortune with
people less fortunate. I also believed our
employees and Members would want to make a
real difference in people’s lives. Our employees
have donated thousands of hours at a shelter
for victims of domestic violence. Plus, each year
at Christmas they bring gifts for the children.
I am extremely proud of their thoughtfulness
and generosity.
Q: Is this a charitable organization
owned by TriVita?
A: No, the House of Giving isn’t owned by
TriVita or any other organization but is an
independent charitable organization in the
U.S. and Canada.
Q: Does an independent board
oversee the House of Giving?
A: Yes, it is run by an independent board
that provides oversight to the organization.
There are six board members in the U.S.
and three board members in Canada.
Q: Is the House of Giving registered
with the IRS in the U.S. and the
Department of Revenue of Canada?
A: Yes, it is registered as a 501.C3 charitable
organization in the U.S. and as a charitable
organization in Canada; all donations are
fully tax deductible in both countries.
Q: What special projects have you
selected for the upcoming year?
A: Our goal for this year has been to
provide 40+ clean-water wells in areas where
waterborne diseases run rampant. Many of
these areas in developing countries have
polluted above-ground water sources – which
creates disease for those who drink from them.
Q: Why did you select water wells as
your project?
A: Because access to clean water is essential to
good health. For the amount of money we have
raised, we are able to deliver in a significant
way. Many of these wells provide water to large
groups of people; some community wells serve
thousands of people. Now instead of looking
for surface water carrying diseases like cholera,
trachoma, hepatitis and other disabling
diseases, they can go to a clean-water well.
No longer does their water result in blindness,
stunted growth, or intestinal viruses that can
leave them in a severe malnourished state or
even result in death.
Q: Can a Member donate to the
House of Giving?
A: Yes, a Member can join in our water project
by either making a check out directly to House
of Giving or by asking a Wellness Consultant
to add a charitable donation to their TriVita
order. The House of Giving offers a special
designation: 100% of donated money goes to
the project. No administration costs are taken
out of donations.
Q: How is that possible when all
organizations have operating costs?
A: The House of Giving has all volunteer help
from both the board members who serve and
from those who oversee daily operations. Any
other costs are covered by the Ellison Family
Trust and TriVita to ensure 100% of donations
go to the designated project. We are committed
to helping those less fortunate and to ensuring
our gifts make a significant impact in helping
people in their time of crisis.
Giving to those less fortunate is a
way of giving back from a blessed life
CEo Michael Ellison explains why TriVita supports this worthy charity