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MARCH 2008 TRIVITA.COM

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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.

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P.S. I’m interested in your opinions and concerns. Email your feedback to [email protected] or mail TriVita, PO Box 13565, Scottsdale, AZ 85267, attention: CEO Care Team.

Letter from TriVita’s

CEO

THE AGING PROCESS IS A MATTER OF CHOICE!

From your body’s point of view, the way you age is largely determined by the choices you make. Biologically your body is in a constant renewing process of making trillions of cells that make up your bones, organs and your entire physical being. Your choices each day determine the health of those new cells being created.

While you are obviously a very complex being, surprisingly simple influences contribute to your health, well-being and aging process. Nutrients, nurturing and physical activities are the most important decisions you can make! That is why you will find the 10 Essentials listed in every

VitaJournal and catalog; they are the foundations for good health. They are simple but profound

lifestyle choices!

In a study conducted by Dr. Ravussin of the Arizona Pima Indians and the Pima Indians of the Sierra Madre Mountains in Mexico, it was discovered that their ancestors were genetically the same, experienced the same living conditions and had very similar health conditions. But something in the last 100 years has made a significant and troubling difference in the health of today’s Arizona Pima Indians.

Over the years, the Arizona Pima Indians have become more sedentary and have seen their fat intake rise to 40%. Much of the fiber has been removed from their diet as processed starches have replaced the high fiber foods their ancestors ate. Over 50% of the Arizona Pima Indians have Diabetes and 95% of those diagnosed with Diabetes are obese and have other related diseases. Conversely, the diet of the Pima Indians of Mexico includes many of the same foods their ancestors ate, and their lifestyle still demands daily physical activity. Less than 10% of the Pima Indians of Mexico have been diagnosed with Diabetes and live a much healthier quality of life.

This study clearly demonstrates the power of lifestyle choices. The good news I want to bring you today is that your body is biologically structured in a renewal cycle just like many trees and plants. During the fall and winter the leaves die and fall off – only to be replaced in the spring with new leaves. As long as the tree receives the quality and quantity of nutrients and nurturing it needs from the earth, water and sun, it lives healthy to its expected life span.

For you, it may seem that aging has brought on health conditions and symptoms that are getting progressively worse. Please take courage in the fact that your body has a renewal process and that the decisions you make today and tomorrow can contribute to your better health. Spring is God’s reminder to us of the importance of the choices we make in the renewal and aging process. At TriVita, our deepest desire and purpose is to offer inspiration, information and the highest quality of supplements that can help contribute to a better quality of life. As you read this

VitaJournal, my prayer is that you would be inspired to an aging process that consists of the

best choices you can make each day for your health and well-being. Pursue them with passion and purpose.

Michael R. Ellison

“Spring is God’s reminder to us of the importance of

the choices we make in the renewal and aging process.”

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10 Foundational

Values

10 Foundational

Values

1. Physician-Formulated Supplements

Our physicians use their extensive health and nutrition knowledge to create proprietary TriVita supplements based on the latest scientific research and the health

and wellness concerns of our Members.

2. Patented Absorption 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 Packaging and Production

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.

8. Dedicated to Product Innovation

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.

9. Medical Advisory Board

TriVita’s advisory panel of Board Certified physicians provide us with the latest information on scientific

developments and testing methods.

10. Complete Customer Satisfaction Guarantee

We promise to provide the best customer experience possible and offer a 60-Day Money Back

Guarantee on all of our products.

Our natural products are food based. If you have any food based allergies, please read the labels.

Discover ways to reduce allergy symtoms.

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12 Tips to Downsize Your

Portion Size

Time to downsize, lose weight and feel great every day.

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18 The Value of You

Everything has a price tag – or does it?

21 Keep Your Eye On “Low” Vision

Learn how you can keep this life-changing condition from dimming your joys in life.

22 Put a Little “Spring” Into

Your Step and Golf Swing

Fabulous

ways to ease into activity after a long winter layoff

4 Rejuvenate Yourself this Spring!

Healthy tips to cleanse your own body.

6 B-12 Update with Dr. Conard

Exciting news! – Learn about B-12’s allergy fighting success.

10 How To Get a Good Night’s Rest

Eight tips to ensure a sound sleep.

In this

issue

Find answers to your sleep

problems and wake up feeling

refreshed every morning.

10 Just because there’s so much on your plate

doesn’t mean you have to eat it .

12 Bananas – this amazing, tasty

wonder fruit is a natural remedy for

many health conditions.

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It’s time for spring cleaning! But before you reach for the dust rags and disinfectants, think about this: the most important thing you can “clean” is your own body. This doesn’t mean an extra long shower, but a spring cleaning from the inside out. It’s easier than it sounds; plus, no buckets or scrub brushes required.

Breathe deeply

Deep breathing is one of the best ways to “clean” your body; up to 75% of all body toxins are released through your lungs. Deep breathing also helps stimulate your immune system by supporting the lymphatic system. What exactly is the lymph system? It’s an important part of your immune system that is made up of vessels, organs, nodes and ducts. When toxins build up in the lymph system, it can lead to conditions such as allergies and autoimmune disorders.

So it makes sense to put deep breathing near the top of your “spring cleaning” to-do list. Take a few minutes each day to consciously breathe

deeply. Not only will it help you detoxify and stimulate your immune system, but it can also help relieve stress. Here’s a deep breathing exercise to get you started:

• Lie flat on your back with your knees up, or sit comfortably in a chair. Place one hand on your abdomen just above your navel and the other hand on your chest. Breathe in through your nose and out through your mouth. Focus on expanding your abdomen as you inhale. Your chest should rise only a little and only at the top of your breath. • Slowly count up to four as you inhale

and again as you exhale. Fill your lungs, hold your breath for a moment and then exhale. Repeat this as you count up to six while inhaling, and again as you exhale. • Continue breathing deeply. When you

feel comfortable, extend your breath count: Eight counts as you inhale through your nose and eight counts as you exhale.

This year, give your body a spring cleaning –

from the inside out

This can help get rid of buildups in your lymph system. For details, visit trivita.com, click on “Health Articles” and select the January 2008

VitaJournal. People who have done the Vitamin

C flush report more energy and a better sense of well-being.

Spring Clean

Your Way to Health

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Feel the air leave your body and imagine all of the toxins going with it. Try to spend at least five minutes a day breathing deeply.

Drink up!

Water is essential for everything your body does including nutrient absorption, blood flow and breathing. And, it’s absolutely critical for cleaning your body: water is used by your colon and kidneys as part of the detoxification and digestive processes. Use the simple formula below to find out how much water you should drink:

Try to drink water early in the day and remember to drink extra water when you’re exercising and if you’re outdoors during warmer months.

Eat a balanced, high-fiber diet

In order for your body to properly cleanse itself of pollutants, you need to eat a balanced, healthful diet. It’s especially important to eat a diet high in fiber (at least 30 grams per day), as fiber helps with the digestive and cleansing process. Impurities attach to fiber and are expelled from the body. The good news is that a healthful diet, complete with plenty of fruits and vegetables, not only provides the fiber you need, but it also includes many essential nutrients. Get started today with these fiber-rich foods:

• Bran cereal • Pinto beans • Lima beans • Navy beans • Kidney beans • Black beans • Lentils • Peas • Brussels sprouts • Apples • Blackberries • Pears • Garbanzo beans • Black-eyed peas • Split peas.

Important note: Sometimes it can be difficult to get all the nutrients you need from your food. That’s where adding high-quality supplements to your daily routine can help. Many supplements on the market aren’t even absorbed by your body; they simply pass through. High-quality supple-ments like TriVita’s VitaDaily AM/PM, Daily Men and Daily Women are made with whole food concentrates that your body recognizes as food – which means they are easily absorbed, and your body can make good use of the nutrients.

Give your emotions a little

“elbow grease”

Emotional “cleansing” is just as important as physical cleansing to a healthy and happy life. If you’re holding a grudge, refusing to forgive some-one for something they did in the past, you could be harming your health. Studies have shown that people who learn to forgive have healthier, happier lives. Grudge-holding has been linked to poor immune system health, depression, anxiety and physical pain. As part of your cleaning, try to forgive those who have offended you. If you find forgiveness difficult, just acknowledging that you’re holding a grudge can be a good first step. Rejuvenate yourself this spring with some internal spring cleaning; there’s no better way to throw off Old Man Winter and experience increased health and wellness!

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Have some good “clean” fun

We all know that exercise is a critical part of good health. What you may not know is that exercise is one of the best ways to get your lymph system moving – and that helps stimulate the immune system.

The President’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports recommends that adults get 30 minutes of activity five or more days a week. If your schedule doesn’t allow for 30 minutes of exercise, you can break up your activity into three 10-minute segments throughout the day. To make exercise more fun, find a workout “buddy.” You’ll get to socialize and exercise at the same time – both of which contribute to good health. Change up your routine to help keep exercise fun – and to keep yourself motivated:

• Brisk walking • Hiking • Water aerobics • Swimming • Bike riding • Dancing • Pilates.

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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

B-12 update

Exciting news about B-12’s natural

allergy-fighting success

recent studies show that vitamin B-12 can help with allergies

In past “B-12 Updates,” I’ve talked

about how well TriVita Sublingual

B-12, B-6 & Folic Acid works for many

different purposes: everything from

weight loss to stress reduction,

diges-tive and immune system health, mood

enhancement and long-term energy.

Now, just in time for the spring

season, I want to talk about B-12’s

success with seasonal allergies. I’m

sure many of you are starting to

sniffle, sneeze and suffer from itchy,

watery eyes. It’s sad that so many of

you are suffering through this

glori-ous spring season filled with renewed

growth and warmer temperatures.

Sure, the drug stores are filled with over-the-counter and prescription allergy medicines. However, many of them aren’t really effective, because they don’t get to the root of many allergies. Plus, the side effects for many of

these medications can be pretty serious. While pollen, mold, dust and animal dander are common triggers for allergies, I’d like to discuss a hidden cause for allergies: stress. Yes, stress. People who are under intense stress tend to have more allergy problems. A recent study confirms that. Children who had severe allergies were temporarily moved from their own homes to a group home setting where they had the oppor-tunity to “de-stress.” They were then exposed to dust and many substances that would normally cause a strong allergic reaction. Researchers observed a minimal allergic reaction. Several other studies have not only made the connection between B-12 and stress, but have suggested that Vitamin B-12 could help reduce seasonal allergies. For example in a recent clinical study, a group of seasonal allergy suffer-ers spent up to six weeks taking massive amounts of B-12 through sublingual delivery, just like TriVita’s Sublingual B-12, B-6 & Folic Acid.

The results were impressive

Many of the worse symptoms – sneezing, congestion and itchy, runny nose – were half

as severe in the B-12 group as in the placebo group. Researchers stated, “The effects were comparible to Claritin. B-12 is also much safer.” Better yet, people who were taking B-12 didn’t have the tired, draggy feeling so common with antihistamine allergy medications. Another study found that B-12 taken at an increased dose can help protect against asthmatics from reacting to food with sulfites.

The secret to Vitamin B-12’s allergy fighting success seems to be in its ability to re-tune the immune system. That’s what allergies are – immune malfunctions – and the problem seems to be getting worse and worse. In fact, allergies are now twice as common as they were a generation ago, afflicting more than 50 million North Americans.

If you’d like to test the effectiveness of Vitamin B-12 with your own allergies, I suggest you take one TriVita Sublingual B-12 tablet, twice or three times daily throughout allergy season. I think you’ll be breathing easier in no time.

by Dr. Scott Conard, M.D.

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How one TriVita Member and her husband learned about the value and effectiveness of Sublingual B-12, B-6 & Folic Acid... the hard way!

Betty and her husband are long-time TriVita Sublingual B-12 fans. She started taking TriVita’s B-12 in 2002 to help with generalized anxiety and chronic pain. Her husband suffered from the blues and heart palpitations and was unhappy with the anti-depressants he was taking. “B-12 helped me feel much better and gave my husband a greater sense of well-being,” Betty said.

They live on a fixed income and like so many of us were looking for ways to cut costs. So, they decided to buy a cheaper sublingual B-12 product from a general health store. “We thought this B-12 supplement would work just as well as TriVita’s formula,” Betty said. “Boy, were we wrong! After taking the store-bought B-12 formula for several months I was starting to get my old restless blue mood back, and my husband’s heart palpitations returned. We then realized that the cheaper B-12 brand just wasn’t working.”

“We found out that two products that claim to be the

same aren’t always equal.”

Betty and her husband are now back on TriVita’s Sublingual B-12 and they are happy to report that they’re both feeling fine. “Now I’m sure TriVita’s B-12 works,” Betty remarks. “We found out that two products that claim to be the same aren’t always equal.”

What makes TriVita’s

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Dr. Conard responds:

We have heard this story many times. You see, it isn’t just about ingredients on a product label. The nutrients in TriVita’s Sublingual B-12, B-6 & Folic

Acid are perfectly balanced so they help each other create more energy. The sublingual tablet is crafted to give you maximum absorption. The

biotin and other supporting nutrients help detoxify the system and clear the way for B-12 to create energy. Don’t be fooled by inferior B-12 brands. TriVita’s Sublingual B-12 may not be the cheapest product on the market, but it is certainly the best. TriVita manufactures to pharmaceutical standards to give you the most effective sublingual tablets available. Betty and her husband found out the hard way about the difference in quality between TriVita’s Sublingual B-12 and the “pretenders.” Don’t learn the hard way; stay with the one that works: TriVita’s original, patented Sublingual B-12, B-6 & Folic Acid.

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Now that springtime is here, days are

getting longer and warmer. What a

great time for a spring clean-out. And

we’re not just talking about your home.

If your house is filled with clutter, then

what is your mind filled with? Chances

are, you’re not feeling too serene.

• Do you have large amounts of objects, documents or possessions lying around your house?

• Do you have a hard time parting with things and letting go?

• Do you tend to be easily distracted, lose concentration or have poor time management skills?

If you’re nodding “yes,” you can put yourself in the “chronically disorganized” category. Getting organized is important for both mind and body. An organized house reduces risks for falls, helps get rid of germs and makes it easer to find important things like your health supple-ments, exercise gear or tools. Many of us are blind to house clutter when we’re home by our-selves, but panic whenever company is expected. What do many of us end up doing? We go out and buy a carload of bins and organizers that merely rearrange the mess.

Most experts agree that disorganization isn’t just a house problem, it’s a people problem. In simple terms, messy people need to change their behavior. Excessive clutter and disorganization may also be a symptom of a larger health problem.

People who have suffered an emotional trauma or brain injury often find housecleaning to be a difficult task. Depression, attention deficit disorder, chronic pain and grief can also prevent people from getting organized. The most extreme form of disorganization is called hoarding, which some experts believe is a mental illness. Compul-sive hoarding is when clutter overtakes living, dining and sleeping spaces and actually harms the person’s quality of life.

Here are a few spring cleaning tips

that will help you get started on the

right foot:

• Before you start, gather up all the cleaning supplies and tools you’ll need. • Make a list – write down everything you

want to accomplish.

• Are you the type of person who likes to clean your home one room at a time? Then don’t leave until you’re done with that room. The satisfaction of seeing one room sparkle will be well worth the effort.

• Start at the top of your house or individual room and work your way down.

• Dust before vacuuming or cleaning the floor. Try feather or lamb’s wool dusters, especially extendable ones for reaching above window and door casings.

• Don’t be afraid to “chuck it” and donate unused items to your favorite charity. • Play some upbeat music to stay energized.

to de-stress your

spring home cleaning

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It’s the perfect time to unclutter your mind and make your home shine

Now’s the time

to organize for

tax time.

Let’s face it – dealing with taxes is a chore. If you add disorganization to the mix then you’ll be faced with a serious headache. Here are simple suggestions to get organized and spare you some stress before filing your 2007 return. • Create files for all your tax-related papers;

use well-labeled folders or accordion files. • Once you get your filing system in place, use it! Make sure you file any new paper-work you receive as soon as you get it. That way you won’t lose it and all your documents will be in one spot when it’s filing time.

• If you itemize expenses or charitable contributions, make sure you keep receipts organized and stored according to category.

• Archive your past tax returns with all the supporting documents for the past seven years in one place. That will make it easy to refer back if you need it. And who knows, you might even be rewarded with a sizeable refund!

Keeping your tax-related papers organized will help reduce stress, decrease chances of errors on your return and maybe even save you money. Just a little simple organizing and preparation will make the whole process much easier.

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How mentally

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Cluttered living areas

Storage areas filled to capacity Do not use household calendars Stressful household environment Missing important

household documents

Often late, leaving household for work or errands due to misplaced items or distractions

Have a difficult time completing household tasks such as laundry, housecleaning and yard work

Multiple projects begun but not finished

Inability to find things

Have to rent additional storage space for excess possessions If you checked three or more statements; congratulations. You’re aware that you have an organization problem and you’re ready to do something about it. Just be patient. No one becomes organized overnight.

See page 8 for helpful ways to organize your home.

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W

hen was the last time you had a good night’s sleep? If you need to search your memory for the answer, it may be time to find answers to your sleep problem. Research continues to show that sleep does a lot more than relieve tiredness. It can go a long way toward keeping us healthy, energized and free of illness. The more we learn about sleep, the more we recognize how important it is to the quality of our lives.

Time changes all – including your

sleep needs

As we age and go through different life stages, our sleep needs also change. Babies need about 16 hours of sleep daily, while teenagers require an average of about 9 hours. For most adults, between 7-9 hours does the trick.

While older adults tend to need as much sleep as when they were younger, they also tend to sleep more lightly and for shorter periods. One estimate is that about half of everyone over age 65 often has sleeping problems. We don’t know if this is a normal part of aging, or whether it stems from health issues.

One thing is clear: not getting enough sleep is dangerous. Studies show that drivers who are sleep-deprived perform as badly on the road as those who are intoxicated – in some cases, worse!

Sleep, Diabetes and other diseases

A new study from the University of Chicago Medical Center surprised sleep scientists. It found that when people didn’t get enough “deep sleep” for three nights in a row, it had the same effect on their blood sugar as gaining 20-30 pounds. Their risk of getting Type 2 Diabetes was raised. Before this, it was thought that just the hours spent sleeping – not the quality of sleep – affected the risk of developing Diabetes. This could be a “wake-up call” for the 40 million people who have constant, on-going sleep disorders, and for the other 20 million who have trouble sleeping from time to time. There are so many other health problems connected to sleep troubles that the old saying

“You snooze, you lose” could be turned around: “If you don’t snooze, you lose.” Sleep plays a big role in all these conditions and diseases:

• Heart disease • Stroke • Asthma • Epilepsy • Depression • Schizophrenia • Alzheimer’s Disease • Flu • Infections

Disorders that disrupt sleep

Sometimes, sleep itself is the root of disorders. Doctors have tallied up over 70 different

Promote a zestful healthy body

Regain

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How well are you sleeping?

• It should take between five and 15 minutes to fall asleep. If you fall asleep faster, you’re probably sleep deprived.

• If it takes between 15 and 30 minutes to fall asleep you’re probably over-stimulated and under too much stress.

• More than 30 minutes to fall asleep? Con-sider seeing your health care professional. • If you wake once during the night and go

back to sleep quickly, that’s okay.

• If you wake up and stay awake, it could be a sign that your blood sugar is unbalanced. • Sleep is supposed to be refreshing. If you wake up feeling hungry, you probably had a good night’s sleep.

• If it takes longer than 30 minutes to start thinking about breakfast, you may not be sleeping well. If hours pass after waking before you feel hungry, your sleep quality is very poor.

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Eight tips for sound sleep

When counting sheep just doesn’t cut it, experts suggest these eight steps to help you get a good night’s sleep:

1. Set your sleep schedule. Try to go to

bed at the same time each night, and rise at the same time each morning. Tinkering with this schedule can bring on insomnia. Even sleeping late on weekends can disrupt your sleep during the week, making it harder to wake up on time and stay alert during your day.

2. Exercise. So vital to all-around health,

physical activity also helps promote restful sleep. Be careful not to work out close to bedtime, though; try to exercise several hours before bedtime.

3. Downplay drugs. Caffeine, nicotine and

alcohol can all harm sleep. So watch your consumption of coffee, chocolate, soft drinks, caffeinated teas and some pain relievers. Nicotine withdrawal tends to wake smokers up in the early morning, and alcohol robs you of deep sleep.

4. Wind down. Before going to bed, a

soothing ritual – like reading, taking a warm bath or listening to calming music – can be a signal to your brain and body that sleep time is almost here.

5. Get in sync with sunlight. If possible, wake

up around the time the sun does (or close to it). This helps your internal body clock reset itself every day. Alternately, use very bright lights when you wake.

6. can’t sleep? Don’t. If sleep won’t come,

don’t try to force it by lying in bed awake. Pick up a book, go watch TV, do something else until you feel tired. Sleepless- ness can feed on itself, so don’t worry: go do something.

7. Get comfy. Room temperature that’s too

hot or too cold can interrupt sleep or make it tough to fall asleep, so keep your bedroom at a comfortable setting.

8. Still stuck? Get help. If you have persis-

tent problems sleeping, or you always feel tired during the day, then it may be time to see a health care professional. With so many health issues connected to sleep, it’s important not to ignore continuing slumber troubles.

sleeping problems, and estimate that they cost a whopping $16 billion in medical treatment each year. While many of these disorders are rare, there are four that affect millions of people:

insomnia. Can’t get to sleep or stay asleep?

It happens to almost everyone from time to time. When it goes on for long periods of time, though, insomnia can pose a serious health threat. Sleeping pills may work for a few weeks, but in the long run they can actually disrupt natural sleep. And, prescription pills can create dependency.

Sleep apnea. Often, loud snoring, obesity and

daytime sleepiness are the symptoms of this disorder. It commonly occurs because of excess fat bearing down on the windpipe. The result: breathing is interrupted during sleep; the sufferer frequently snorts or gasps. Long-term, it can lead to heart attacks and stroke.

restless Legs Syndrome. Older people

espe-cially tend to have the unpleasant feelings of crawling or tingling in their legs and feet that come with this disorder. It runs in families: the urge to move can be constant, even at night, resulting in insomnia.

Narcolepsy. It’s serious: people with this

disorder can suddenly, frequently fall right to sleep, even while working or driving, for up to 30 minutes or longer. Even with enough nighttime sleep, sufferers can have these “sleep attacks,” which tend to be inherited, or some-times occur after brain damage from injury or disease.

Snoring could indicate serious

health issues

Snoring may be caused by structural defects in the sinus cavity, allergies or even nasal

polyps. However, snoring is usually caused by obesity.

According to many sleep experts, snoring is related to the problem of insulin resistance. Insulin resistance is an early warning sign of Type 2 Diabetes. Therefore, snoring may be the first sign of movement toward Type 2 Diabetes.

A frightening aspect of snoring is that you get much less oxygen in your bloodstream. Less available oxygen means that your brain is being deprived of oxygen. People who snore lose I.Q. points every year until the problem is corrected. So, if you feel unable to concen-trate, or if your memory is failing, check to see if you are snoring. If you are, then by all means find out why! Treat the cause of this problem immediately. If snoring is caused by obesity, reduce your body fat.

Snoring may also be a sign of sleep apnea – discussed previously in this article. Sleep apnea can seriously disrupt the quality of sleep. People with chronic untreated sleep apnea may also develop hypertension and heart disease.

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A lot has changed in the last 20 years. In 1988, CDs out-sold vinyl records for the first time... the Dodgers crunched the Oakland A’s in the World Series... and the blueberry muffin you ate one morning was less than one-third the size of today’s version.

There’s no question that portion sizes have grown in recent years, and along with them, our waistlines and the health problems that excess weight brings. Since March is National Nutrition Month, it’s a good time to look back at some dramatic examples of just how distorted our portions have become:

Clearly, what we think of as a “normal” portion has gotten bigger and bigger, and it’s one reason so many of us are overweight or obese. When a main dish in a restaurant feeds two or three people, or a “single” snack bag of chips actually holds several servings, no wonder we drag around extra pounds.

Dietitians offer these handy cues for realistic serving sizes of popular foods. Remember, each of these food items is one serving:

• ½ cup of cooked rice or spaghetti = ½ baseball

• 1 baked potato = a fist

• 3 ounces of meat, chicken or fish = a deck of cards

• 3 ounces of grilled/baked fish = a checkbook

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If the food comparisons above seem like little appetizer sizes, you may be one of the many struggling with excess weight. In this season of renewal and rejuvenation, it’s hard to feel energized and alive when pounds weigh you down.

The solution is classic: eat lots of fruits and vegetables, watch portion sizes and enjoy exercise. Add in daily supplementation with the nutrients you need from quality TriVita products, and you’ll be doing a lot to achieve optimal wellness.

Weight loss success sheet: make

your date with healthy weight

Thinking about spring? Looking forward to being more active? Or dreading the arrival of warm weather and more revealing clothes? If you’ve been struggling with weight, use the following charts to see where you are and where you want to be.

Find your Body Mass Index

Use the formula in the chart above to figure out your Body Mass Index (BMI). This measures body fat, and shows you whether you’re under-weight, normal, overweight or obese.

Set your ideal weight

Using the “normal” range of the BMI chart, and the height scale on the right, target your ideal weight. This number will be a range – say, from 125-158 pounds for a person 68” tall, or 5’8”. You pick your own best target number.

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It’s time to

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This amazing, tasty wonder-fruit is a natural remedy for many health conditions

Did you know that bananas are the world’s favorite fruit? It’s because they’re naturally fat-free, loaded with vitamins and

fiber, taste good and are a great source of energy. It’s no wonder that the average North American eats 27 pounds of them

every year!

In fact, bananas contain three natural sugars – sucrose, fructose and glucose – that give you a quick, sustained boost of energy for a lengthy workout. Bananas are rich in potassium and one of the best value foods around. Bananas are also a must for the diet because they help overcome or protect against a large number of illnesses and conditions, including:

Depression

Studies show that many people suffering from depression feel much better after eating a banana. They contain tryptophan, a type of protein that your body converts to serotonin,

which helps improve your mood.

Anemia

Because bananas are high in iron they can help with anemia.

Blood pressure and Strokes

Bananas are extremely high in potassium, yet low in salt, which helps curb high blood pressure. In fact, the US Food and Drug Administration has

allowed the banana industry to officially claim that bananas help reduce the risk of high blood pressure and Stroke. Recent research in The New

England Journal of Medicine says that eating bananas regularly can help

lower the risk of death by Stroke.

Brain Power

Research has shown that this potassium-packed fruit can help make people more alert.

Heartburn

Bananas have a natural antacid effect, so try eating a banana if you suffer from heartburn.

Stress and Nerves

When we are stressed, our metabolic rate rises, reducing potassium levels. These levels can be rebalanced with the help of a high potassium banana. Bananas are also high in B vitamins that can help calm the nervous system.

Ulcers

Bananas can help protect against stomach problems because of their soft texture and smoothness. They also neutralize acids and reduce irritation by coating the lining of the stomach.

Bananas are available year round, they’re inexpensive and they help you meet your daily requirement of fruits and vegetables. So, grab a bunch the next time you’re at the grocery store.

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Depression

Studies show that many people suffering from depression feel much better after eating a banana. They contain tryptophan, a type of protein that your body converts to serotonin,

which helps improve your mood.

Anemia

Because bananas are high in iron they can help with anemia.

Blood pressure and Strokes

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banana. Bananas are also high in B vitamins that can help calm the nervous system.

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Bananas are available year round, they’re inexpensive and they help you meet your daily requirement of fruits and vegetables. So, grab a bunch the next time you’re at the grocery store.

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It’s easier than you may

think to get in your daily

recommended servings

Did your mom always tell you to “eat your veggies” or “an apple a day keeps the doctor away?” Whether you heard it from your mother or read it in a magazine, these familiar words actually may have some scientific backing. There’s a growing body of research that shows how important fruits and vegetables are to promoting good health. They are rich in vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and fiber. They’re also low in calories and fat. Wondering how many servings of fruits and vegetables you need each day? Follow these suggestions: Active men and teen boys, who typically need about 2,880 calories to reach or maintain a healthy weight:

9 servings – 4 fruits, 5 vegetables

Active women, teen girls, older children and most men who typically need 2,200 calories to reach or maintain a healthy weight:

Women, children 2-6 yrs. and others who typically need about 1,600 calories to reach or maintain a healthy weight:

You might think that eating that many fruits and vegetables every day looks like a lot of hard work. However, if you realize how small one serving really is, you’ll see how simple it is to eat the recommended amount.

Single-serving examples:

• 1 medium piece of fruit

• ½ cup cooked or raw fruit or vegetable • ¼ cup (6 ounces) juice

• 1 cup leafy greens • ¼ cup dried fruit

• ½ cup cooked beans or peas (such as lentils, pinto beans, kidney beans) Here are some great mealtime suggestions to help you get your 5-9 daily servings:

Breakfast

• Fresh or dried fruit mixed with cereal or oatmeal

• Bagel or English muffin topped with avocado and tomato or cucumber and cream cheese

• Glass of tomato juice with a spear of celery

For lunch and snacks:

• Bake a sweet potato (microwave on high for 5-8 minutes) and top with black beans • Stir fresh fruit into yogurt

• Open up a can of mandarin oranges • Dip carrot, celery, red pepper and zucchini

sticks into hummus, yogurt or low-fat dip

Dinner:

• Roast vegetables – onion, squash, peppers and eggplant – and spread on a pizza crust with tomato sauce and cheese

• Top baked potatoes with steamed broccoli, beans and salsa

• Include dried fruit in your rice or stuffing • Grate carrots and zucchini into pasta sauce

Dessert:

• Top frozen yogurt with sautéed apples, fresh peaches or canned pineapple • Choose a fruity dessert, such as cobbler,

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W

e have only one body, one spirit and one soul. Nurturing each of these areas allows us to experience a life that promotes balanced wellness. Recognizing yourself as three-dimensional is a concept that TriVita was founded upon. The founders knew they wanted to change the way people thought about their health – teaching you to make wise health choices, giving you simple yet profound steps to get there, as well as providing quality nutritional supplements.

Origin of the TriVita name

Once the founders knew what they wanted to achieve through this wellness company, a name had to be selected that would identify with this purpose. Thus, the name Tri-Vita was established in 1999 – Tri (meaning three) and Vita (meaning life). Many of you may have thought that “Vita” in our name referred to vitamins! While nutritional supplements are key to experiencing wellness, they are not all it takes to live a healthy, balanced life. TriVita’s 10 Essentials for Health and Wellness are 10 simple ways to nurture every part of you – the physical, spiritual and emotional. (See pg. 2 for list of 10 Essentials.)

Your body is God’s Temple

If you had a pet, would you simply feed it whenever you felt like it? Would you neglect it – never playing with it, petting it, grooming it or even speaking to it? You might say, “I would

never do that to my pet!” So then, how much more should you value yourself? God created us in His image, and He’s even told us that our bodies are His temple!

God has given us the means to nurture each of our three parts. If God loved us enough to create us in His own image, we owe it not only to Him, but to ourselves to honor Him by taking care of the intricately detailed body He has blessed us with. You may say, “Well I don’t feel so blessed in my body!” It’s never too late to make positive changes in your life for your body, spirit and soul. Whether it is quality supplements added to your regimen, forgiving someone you’ve held a grudge against for years, or renewing your relationship with God, these are all part of valuing your three-dimensional self. Are you worth it? God thinks you are!

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What if we celebrated Easter every morning by starting out the day with joy in our hearts and minds? I remember cele-brating Easter growing up as a child, but not knowing the profound truth of Easter. I was not raised in a spiritual home, but I was always part of the scouting program. As a Cub Scout and later as a Boy Scout, our troop would serve people through-out the year, and at Easter time we helped with a huge sunrise service. It was a big deal with several months of training. On Good Friday, we would set up camp at the foot of a high hill in southern California. We camped two nights and drilled the specific duties that we had been assigned. On Easter morning around 3 a.m. we would rise to take our station on the mountain trail that led to the top where the Easter message was given as the sun started to rise.

Each of us would have a candle to light the pathway for those going up the hill to celebrate. When the last person passed, the first Scout at the bottom of the path would start their trip to the top, inviting each boy to join along the way.

We were excited and talked all the way up. As each boy joined the group, we shared his story of ensuring that no one fell on the trail. Finally, when we arrived at the top, the whole troop came together joining the others. A holy silence covered the crowd as we all listened to the message and watched the sunrise.

God desires us to be a light on a hill

The excitement I felt helping those people every year get to the top of that hill stayed with me. It was many years later that I came to under-stand the profound truth of the message of Easter and the sacrifice that was made for me. Since then, I have tried to start each day with the attitude that this day is to be celebrated with joy, love and service. God really does desire us to be a light on the hill helping others to know the love and acceptance of the sacrifice He made just for us.

When you first get up in the morning, light your own candle by reading the Bible and ask God to use you as a light to others. You will be amazed at the joy you will receive as you put God in first place and celebrate the victory and freedom that He bought just for you.

Peace and blessings be among you

As families and friends gather to enjoy this Easter season, we celebrate God’s gift of freedom and His love that conquers death. As part of his 2004 Easter greeting to the nation, George W. Bush said, “For those who observe Easter Season, our faith brings confidence that good will overcome evil and that joy is everlasting. Today we give thanks for God’s many blessings and pray for His peace in the affairs of men.” Enjoy the season of rebirth by establishing a relationship with God, or if you already have one, I urge you to renew it. The strength you will get by doing so will contribute greatly to your overall spiritual, emotional and physical health. From all of us at TriVita, we wish you and your families a blessed Easter season.