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PURSUING WELLNESS

Be amazed by your body!

Michael R. Ellison Founder of TriVita

10 ESSENTIALS FOR HEALTH AND WELLNESS Good health is a gift to be treasured and nurtured every day. TriVita joyfully shares these keys to helping you experience wellness: the 10 Essentials of physical, emotional and spiritual health.

PHYSICAL 1. Breathe Deeply 2. Drink Water 3. Sleep Peacefully 4. Eat Nutritiously 5. Enjoy Activity EMOTIONAL 6. Give and Receive Love 7. Be Forgiving 8. Practice Gratitude 9. Develop Acceptance SPIRITUAL 10. Develop a Relationship with God

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riVita’s vision for helping people experience greater wellness has never been stronger.

We believe wellness matters and that almost everyone can experience a greater quality of life.

For so long, healthcare has been centered around treating symptoms that we have a diminished view of how wonderful we were created—and of God’s desire for us to live with vitality and vivaciousness.

The Scriptures say that we are wonderfully made.

The body is simply amazing and it will amaze you with what it can do when given the right nutrients and nurturing.

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How do we nurture our bodies? Simply by practicing the 10 Essentials for Health and Wellness (left). They are so profound in enhancing wellness! For the most part, they cost you nothing, and may simply be practiced daily to help lead toward greater health and wellness.

C.S. Lewis once wrote, “I care more how humanity lives than how long.” The good news today is that we may experience both a quality life and a long life.

May your summer be filled with enjoyment and great wellness!

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- Wellness FEATURES

TRIVITA’S HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS Scott Conard, M.D. Diplomate American Boards of Family Medicine & Integrative and Holistic Medicine.

Chief Medical Officer, TriVita, Inc.; President, TriVita Wellness Centers

William (Bill) Wheeler, Ph.D. With a Ph.D. in Nutrition, “Dr. Bill” Wheeler and his team have 30 years of experience formulating nutritional products. He serves as Senior Vice President of TriVita’s Formula/Manufacturing Services.

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WELLNESS AT WORK B-12 and the energy connection: Scott Conard, M.D. SIMPLE WAYS TO REDUCE HOLIDAY STRESS Make things easy on yourself.

IS CHRONIC INFLAMMATION KEEPING YOU FAT? Jarir G. Nakouzi, M.D., on hidden reasons for excess weight.

12 EIGHT SUMMER GRILLING

SUGGESTIONS Healthy cookout ideas with savoury results.

14 SUMMER FITNESS DO’S

AND DON’TS Tips for staying safe in the heat.

16 STRESS & WELLBEING: HOW

WE’RE DOING The bottom line from an Australian survey.

18 WHAT ARE YOU MISSING?

MEDICAL & SCIENTIFIC ADVISORY BOARD

TriVita created a Medical and Scientific Advisory Board to assist our efforts in staying abreast of current scientific developments and to provide input on the latest, most effective testing methods.

Samuel N. Grief, M.D., CCFP, FCFP Named one of “Chicago’s Top Doctors” in 2012. Dr. Grief is medical director at the University of Illinois, USA. He is also chairman of TriVita’s Medical and Scientific Advisory Board. He received his medical degree from McGill University in Montreal, Quebec.

Jarir G. Nakouzi, M.D. An international consultant, Dr. Nakouzi completed his residency in the Yale University Program of Internal Medicine. His private practice takes an integrative approach to chronic diseases.

Daniela Radulescu, M.D. Dr. Daniela Radulescu is a registered medical practitioner in New South Wales, Australia.

She holds an advanced degree in molecular genetics, and has been involved in clinical research for more than 10 years.

Vitamins many women lack: Brittany Stam, M.D.

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WELLNESS AT WORK

B-12 and the energy connection

By Scott Conard, M.D. It’s a simple medical fact: B-12 is a key part of our metabolism— and that means all the physical and chemical processes in the body that convert or use energy.

Dr. Conard is Chief Medical Officer of TriVita, Inc., and President of the TriVita Wellness Centers.

A diplomate of the American Boards of Family Medicine & Integrative and Holistic Medicine, he has practiced family medicine for over 27 years.

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hen we say “metabolism,” we mean vital body functions that are dependent on energy to keep us alive and thriving, including: breathing; circulating blood; functioning of the brain and nerves; and more. All of these metabolic tasks require adequate amounts of Vitamin B-12.

When we don’t get enough of this powerhouse vitamin, a whole host of physical and mental problems can occur (see box on opposite page).

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Ideally, we’d all get the B-12 we need from animal products such as eggs, meat, milk, poultry and shellfish.

However, very few people eat “ideally.”

And there’s another important issue: the matter of being able to use all the B-12 that we take in.

As time goes on, the body is less able to absorb all the B-12 it needs. So, even if your diet is rich in B-12, your body may not be getting what it requires.

Are you at risk?

There are several factors that can boost your risk of a Vitamin B-12 deficiency:

In my own medical practice, I’ve seen the difference that B-12 can make in people’s lives. I’ve had many patients come to me with low According to the National energy, mood Institutes of Health, Vitamin problems and a B-12 deficiency may cause: lack of interest in life. And I’ve • Fatigue • Numbness and seen many tingling in the hands • Weakness remarkable and feet • Constipation turnarounds • Balance problems •L oss of appetite in these same • Depression •W eight loss patients once • Confusion their B-12 • Megaloblastic • Dementia deficiency anaemia • Poor memory was corrected.

• Veganism • Vegetarianism • Pernicious anaemia • Celiac or Crohn’s disease • Gastrointestinal surgery In addition, certain medications can reduce the body’s ability to absorb B-12, including proton pump inhibitors; histamine H2 receptor antagonists; chloramphenicol, an antibiotic; and metformin, a diabetes drug.

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When any of the “B-blocking” situations exist, you simply cannot enjoy the optimal wellness and energy that make up a vibrant, healthy life.

If a nutrient deficiency of any sort is a concern to you, I urge you to consult with your healthcare provider. Why settle for less than a vibrant, energetic life?

This article is intended for educational purposes only.

References: http://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/vitaminb12 http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002403.htm http://www.ars.usda.gov/is/pr/2000/000802.htm http://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/vitamin-b12-deficiency-can-be-sneaky-harmful-201301105780

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Simple ways to reduce holiday stress Just say “no” No one can do it all—especially during the holiday season—and trying to can push your stress meter into the red zone. Turn down tasks, parties and other activities that you know you don’t have time for; choose to enjoy the holidays without the stress.

Say goodbye to “should” Family get-togethers don’t often mirror images we see in magazines; setting up unrealistic expectations can lead to a stressful reality. Avoid thinking in terms of how things “should” be and simply enjoy moments as they unfold.

Tame the tension Relax: don’t let anxiety reach a boiling point. Go for a walk to help clear your head. Even 15 minutes can get your blood moving and help calm you down.

If hot weather keeps you indoors, briskly march in place.

Simplify Make things easier on yourself: Instead of wrapping gifts, use gift bags or boxes. Hosting a holiday event at your house? Ask everyone to bring a dish to share. Running out of time to go shopping? Order gifts online.

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THE DOCTOR IS IN

Is chronic inflammation

keeping you fat?

By Jarir Nakouzi, M.D. Recent research into the connection between obesity and inflammation has revolutionised our understanding of this subject.

Jarir G. Nakouzi, M.D. An international consultant, Dr. Nakouzi completed his residency in the Yale University Program of Internal Medicine. His private practice takes an integrative approach to chronic diseases.

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or example, we consume more omega-6 fatty acids than we do omega-3 fatty acids.

This abnormally increased ratio of omega-6 to omega-3 leads to increased inflammation. The increased inflammation leads to increased release of a substance in the body called IL-6, which is a messenger that carries information from one cell to another. One of the messages that IL-6 carries to the brain is to decrease the brain’s response to a hormone called “leptin”.

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message of leptin so much that the brain can’t hear it, and so the brain pushes the body to eat more.

All of this has been a hot topic lately, and cutting-edge research is showing that inflammation takes place in adipose tissue (fat).

A vicious cycle: fat and inflammation The body gets into a vicious cycle between inflammation and obesity. This is how it goes: The inflammation leads to leptin resistance, which leads to more hunger, which causes over-eating.

What new studies reveal is important: increased fat tissue will by itself further fuel chronic inflammation, taking us right back to where we started.

So we can say, armed with the latest scientific research, that inflammation

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not only can lead to obesity but also that obesity is in and of itself an inflammatory syndrome. A recent series of articles from the medical journal The Lancet predicts that by 2030 more than half of the U.S. population will be obese; the trends are similar for other Western nations.

Chronic inflammation is a fierce enemy, and it’s fueling some of the most lethal diseases of our times. This is a fire we must all try to extinguish before it is too late.

This article is intended for educational purposes only.

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- Science AND TRENDS

Seniors getting smarter, but physical health declining – Laxenburg, Austria People over 50 are scoring higher on cognitive tests than people of the same age did in years past, but their physical health is declining, reported population experts at the International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis in Austria.

“We think that these divergent results can be explained by changing lifestyles,” said study author Nadia Steiber. “Life has become cognitively more demanding, with increasing use of communication and information technology also by older people, and people working longer in intellectually demanding jobs. At the same time, we are seeing a decline in physical activity and rising levels of obesity.”1 1 http://www.iiasa.ac.at/web/home/about/news/150831-pop-PLOSONE.html

Inactive? It won’t take long to lose your muscle – Copenhagen, Denmark Lack of physical activity can result in a quick loss of both muscle mass and muscle strength, say researchers from the University of Copenhagen. In a study of young and older men, they found that after just two weeks of inactivity, young men lost about one-third of their muscle strength and older men lost about one-fourth. In the same time period, younger men lost almost twice as much muscle mass as their older counterparts.

“The more muscle mass you have, the more you’ll lose. Which means that if you’re fit and become injured, you’ll most likely lose more muscle mass than someone who is unfit, over the same period of time,” said researcher Martin Gram.2 2 http://news.ku.dk/all_news/2015/06/inactivity-reduces-peoples-muscle-strength/

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Sugar boosts blood pressure more than salt – London, United Kingdom Added sugars in processed foods probably affect blood pressure, heart disease and stroke more than salt does, according to a review in the British journal Open Heart.

After analysing published evidence, the doctor/authors singled out fructose in particular—especially high fructose corn syrup—as a danger to heart health.

While dietary approaches to lowering high blood pressure have historically focused on reducing the intake of salt (sodium), the authors say the potential benefits of this approach are “debatable.” They note that most salt in the diet comes from processed foods, which also happen to contain high amounts of added sugars.3

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Life satisfaction linked to stronger bones – Joensuu, Finland Life satisfaction may be just as important to healthy bones as healthy lifestyle habits, suggests research from the University of Eastern Finland.

In the study, 1,147 women had their bone density measured in 1999 and again in 2009. Their life satisfaction was also repeatedly measured. Although the women’s bone density fell an average 4% over the 10-year study period, those with higher life satisfaction had up to 52% higher bone density than those who were dissatisfied.4 4 Rauma P et al. Psychosomatic Medicine, 2014; 76: 709.

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EATING FOR WELLNESS

Grill healthier this summer

By Christa Orecchio For many of us, summer eating means outdoor cooking—but did you know there are healthy and unhealthy ways to grill?

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hen we grill using high heat, proteins in meat and fish can get converted to something called HCAs (herterocyclic amines). These chemicals have been linked to tumors in animals as well as a greater risk of certain cancers.

Still, there are several ways to make grilling safer.

Christa Orecchio is a Clinical and Holistic Nutritionist. Creator of The Whole Journey Healthy Product Review site, she is a TEDx speaker and makes regular TV appearances as a nutrition expert.

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1. Avoid grilling processed meats Processed meats contain an entirely different set of potentially cancer-causing agents than unprocessed meats. So I advise against hot dogs and sausages on the grill. Always grill unprocessed meats: grass-fed hamburgers or steak, organic, free-range chicken and wild fish.

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5. Mind the barbie and hone your technique If you’re on grill duty, make sure you flip burgers every minute and keep food a good six inches from the heat source.

2. Marinate!

Studies show that marinating food prior to grilling reduces the levels of cancer-causing compounds. Lighter, thinner marinades seem to work best; the thicker ones with sugar burn more easily.

3. Go lean Choose lean organic chicken and grass-fed beef or fish over fattier alternatives like ribs and sausage.

4. Smaller cuts of meat Kebabs, anyone? Choosing smaller cuts of meat that take less time to cook will limit exposure to chemicals.

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6. Go for the veggies If you are a kebab type of person, try grilling fruit and veggies as well as meat or fish because they contain very little protein. So, there is no danger of conversion to the chemical HCAs that can cause harm.

7. Ditch burnt meat As appealing as char-grilled may look, the charring is toxic and I always recommend cutting off burnt or charred parts.

8. Check your briquettes If you use charcoal briquettes, go for the natural ones made from either real wood or coconut (there won’t be any coconut flavor in your briquettes).

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FIT FOR WELLNESS

Summer fitness do’s and don’ts

By Jolene Goring Summertime brings outdoor fun—and some special tips for staying fit and safe in the heat.

DO Hydrate!

This is something that you should be doing year round, but is especially important in the summertime.

Plan your fitness around the coolest part of the day.

Aim to exercise in the morning or evening, when the air is coolest.

Listen to your body.

If you start to feel faint, dizzy, confused or overheated, stop exercising and get to a cool place where you can sit down and drink some water.

DON’T Keep your water bottle in the car.

Plastic water bottles can leach harmful chemicals into your water if they are left in the heat.

Jolene Goring, Fitness Director at the TriVita Wellness Center, is a best-selling author and expert in health and fitness. An 18-year veteran of the health/ fitness industry, she is a Board Certified Holistic Nutritionist.

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Skip a workout because it’s too hot.

Hit the gym, the pool, even the mall to get active if it’s too hot for fitness outside.

Push yourself too hard in the heat.

On hot days, focus on lower intensity activities that will keep you safe, yet still active.

References: http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/GettingHealthy/PhysicalActivity/FitnessBasics/Top-5-Tips-to-Staying-CoolDuring-Your-Summer-Workout_CM_428764_Article.jsp http://www.breastcancer.org/risk/factors/plastic Tr i V i t a . c o m

5 ways to boost your energy Lacking pep in your step? Below, five ways to get back your zing.

Stand up straight A simple adjustment to your posture may help improve your energy levels, along with boosting your mood.1 Take a nap A short “power” nap (no longer than 20 minutes), may increase your alertness and performance.2

Healthy ageing begins with a B! B Vitamins: More than just an energy boost Essential for overall wellness and healthy ageing, B vitamins help support your brain, heart, nerves, bones, cells, cardiovascular system, emotional and mental health and more.

Drink up Mild dehydration, defined as the loss of about 1.5% of your body’s normal water volume, can zap your energy, and even affect your mood and mental clarity.3 Reduce stress This health thief can also leave us fatigued and lacking in energy. Help manage stress with deep breathing, regular physical activity and a healthful diet.4,5 Get moving Regular exercise can increase energy. In one study, 20 minutes of low-intensity aerobic exercise three times a week for six weeks increased participants’ energy levels by 20%—and reduced their fatigue by a whopping 65%.6 References: 1 http://news.sfsu.edu/research-posture-yields-insight-treating-depression 2 http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/health-topics/topics/sdd/ strategies 3 http://today.uconn.edu/2012/02/even-mild-dehydration-can-altermood/ 4 http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003211.htm 5 http://www.healthfinder.gov/HealthTopics/Category/health-conditions-and-diseases/heart-health/manage-stress 6 http://news.uga.edu/releases/article/low-intensity-exercise-reduces-fatigue-symptoms-by-65-percent-study-finds/

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Stress & wellbeing:

how we’re doing As a nation, we’re doing better at handling stress—but levels of wellbeing are declining.

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hat’s the bottom line from the “Stress and wellbeing in Australia” survey from the Australian Psychological Society (APS).

In the newest version available at publication time, the APS reached these conclusions: • Australians are a bit less stressed than last year • Levels of wellbeing, though, are still lower than in the first APS survey in 2011 • Both stress and distress levels are higher than in past years

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What’s bothering us?

As in the past, financial issues are still our biggest stressor: almost half of all participants in the survey cited money matters as their top source of stress.

Personal health issues were next in line (42%), followed by trying to maintain a healthy lifestyle (39%) and health issues of Almost one in five someone close (36%).

Australians reported that current stress was having a “strong to very strong impact” on their physical health.

Women were significantly more likely than men to be concerned about most sources of stress. Both men and women reported similar stress levels about the economy, the workplace, the environment and personal safety.

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Looking at overall wellbeing, the news seems most positive for those in their mature years: those 66 years and older reported higher levels of wellbeing than other Australians. The lowest rung is occupied by Australians ages 18-25.

Stress and mental health Mental and physical health are both affected by stress, and this is reflected in the survey: • About 72% of Australians say that stress has at least some impact on their physical health.

• Almost one in five Australians reported that current stress was having a “strong to very strong impact” on their physical health.

• About two out of every three Australians say that stress has at least some impact on their mental health.

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WOMEN’S HEALTH

What are you missing?

Vitamins many women lack

By Brittany Stam, M.D.

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Dr. Brittany Stam is an obstetrician/ gynecologist at MomDoc in Chandler, AZ, USA. She completed her residency at Staten Island (NY) University Hospital.

Dr. Stam practices both obstetrics and gynecology.

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itamin D deficiency is a global health problem for over one billion people worldwide.

Increasingly, researchers are finding that many people—especially women—are likely to have nutrient deficiencies. Whether the cause is poor eating habits, illness or simply aging, it’s important to correct these deficiencies for optimal wellness. Let’s look at the whys and wherefores of the top four vitamins.

Vitamin D There are two ways your body can take in Vitamin D: sun exposure and food such as cheese, egg yolks and fortified milk. Since Vitamin D is naturally present in very few foods, many people reach for supplements to offset their deficiencies. However, research shows that most people are still not taking in the necessary amounts.

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As a healthcare provider, I stress the importance of Vitamin D supplementation because of its vital role in the prevention and treatment of diseases associated with aging.

Recently in the Journal of Aging and Gerontology, researchers suggested an association between Vitamin D deficiency and chronic “aging” diseases such as dementia, depression, osteoporosis, heart disease, high blood pressure, Type 2 diabetes and cancer.

99% of calcium is stored in bones and teeth and is used for breakdown and formation of bone.

1% of calcium in the body is used to transmit nerve impulses, help muscles contract and assist in blood vessel function.

the presence of DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) in milk, eggs, prenatal vitamins and infant formula. The body can’t make Essential Fatty Acids like omegas, but it requires them for good health. DHA appears to be essential for early brain development during pregnancy and infancy, lowers rates of coronary heart disease and plays a role in dementia prevention and depression.

Vitamin B-12 Vitamin B-12 has a key role in the normal functioning of the brain and nervous system and the formation of blood.

Without sufficient amounts, the result can be anaemia (too few red blood cells), weakness, mood changes and problems with memory or thinking clearly.

Vitamin B-12 deficiency is common in the elderly: their diets tend to have limited meats or animal products, and up to 30% may be unable to absorb naturally-occurring B-12 from foods.

That’s why people ages 51 and over are urged to consume B-12-fortified foods or B-12 supplements.

This article is intended for educational purposes only.

Calcium The body needs Vitamin D to absorb calcium. It’s the most abundant mineral in the human body. Because calcium is used throughout the body, it’s constantly being drawn from storage. So, if you aren’t taking in enough dietary calcium your bones will eventually become weakened, leading to osteoporosis (a disease in which bones become thin, brittle and break).

References: Jacob ET, Alberts DS “Vitamin D insufficiency in southern Arizona.”

American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. 2008 Mar;87 (3): 608-13.

Killen, J. P.; Brenninger, V.L. (2013). “Vitamin B-12 deficiency”.

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Kromhout D, Bosschieter EB. The inverse relation between fish consumption and 20-year mortality from coronary heart disease.

N Engl J Med 1985; 312: 1205.

Meghan M, Sue P. The Role of Vitamin D in the Aging Adult.

Journal of Aging and Gerontology, 2014; 2 (2):60.

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Body Mass Index (BMI)

Why it’s important What is BMI? BMI is a number calculated from a person’s weight and height. It is considered by many healthcare professionals to be a reliable indicator of body fat for people. And, it’s also an inexpensive and easy-to-perform screening tool that may help indicate possible weight-related health problems.

How BMI is used BMI is a measurement tool, not a diagnostic one. Just because you have a high BMI doesn’t necessarily mean you should be alarmed.

BMI reliability The relationship between the BMI number and body fat is fairly strong; however the correlation varies by sex, race and age. Look for these variations: • At the same BMI, women tend to have more body fat than men.

• At the same BMI, older people on average have more body fat than younger adults.

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Higher BMI = higher disease risk Statistics clearly indicate that a higher BMI reading often indicates obesity.

Obesity also increases your risk of getting a disease. So, by lowering your BMI readings you will improve your chances for good health.

Benefits of lower BMI The advantages of maintaining a healthy weight go far beyond improved energy and smaller clothing sizes. By losing weight or maintaining a healthy weight, you are also likely to enjoy: • Fewer joint and muscle pains • Greater ability to join in desired activities • Better regulation of bodily fluids and blood pressure • Reduced burden on your heart and circulatory system • Better sleep patterns • More effective metabolism of sugars and carbohydrates Reference: http://www.heartfoundation.org.au/healthy-eating/Pages/bmi-calculator.aspx Tr i V i t a . c o m

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10 FOUNDATIONAL VALUES Providing you with the health products you need to achieve greater wellness is a tremendous responsibility—it’s one we take very seriously. That’s why we developed, and rigorously follow, a strict adherence to a code of quality, integrity and innovation.

It’s called our 10 Foundational Values and it means you’re assured of getting the best product experience in 10 indispensable ways: 1. Scientifically Validated Formulas 2. Unique Delivery Systems

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Scott Conard, M.D.

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