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TriVita Health — Michael and family are thriving on TriVita products

They feel great because of Sonoran Bloom™ Nopalea™ and many other TriVita products

Michael and his wife Diane have a pretty charmed life with plenty of time to enjoy their favorite activities. He retired seven years ago at age 54 from his job as a logistics manager for a wholesale plumbing company. Since then Michael and Diane have been able to spend more time with children and grandchildren. They currently have homes in Bend, OR and Palm Springs, CA and Michael enjoys golfing, long walks and raising llamas on his Oregon property.

Like so many of us, Michael and Diane are committed to maintaining their good health…and they didn’t hesitate to experience Sonoran Bloom Nopalea’s astonishing benefits when they got their first bottles.

At first, Michael suggested that Diane try a small serving of Nopalea to see if she noticed a difference. “At the time I had a sore left hip,” she recalls. “This had been going on for a few months and was irritated by a canyon hike with my granddaughter. I found it very painful to cross and uncross my legs. After taking Nopalea for several days this pain seemed to disappear.” In addition, her red and inflamed gums quickly cleared up. Diane also noticed a big improvement in the stiffness and soreness in her feet. “No one likes to feel like they are getting old,” Diane continues, “but I was glad to let my husband know how much more youthful I felt after taking Nopalea.”

How they help others experience wellness
Michael has also had great results with Nopalea and notices that he now feels great. He was thoroughly inspired and motivated after attending the Sonoran Bloom Nopalea kick-off event this spring in Phoenix. “I now hand out Nopalea wherever I go,” he says. “I will talk to people anywhere, anytime about this fantastic product.”

Michael and Diane are very enthusiastic participants in TriVita’s new Share and Earn Program. “This wonderful program allows us to share our own personal health experience and hopefully influence others to try Nopalea themselves,” says Michael. “The financial rewards are pretty nice, too. Being part of this tremendous program allows us to achieve greater health and wealth.”

Michael and the other Affiliate Members in his group aggressively promote Nopalea and TriVita’s wealth of other high-quality products through:

• Word of mouth

• Wellness clinics

• Newspaper flyers and inserts

• Meetings with small business owners

• Charity work

• Community outreach

Other TriVita products help with many other health issues Michael’s active lifestyle includes lots of golf and walking. He sometimes pays the price with aches and pains. “Joint Complex really helps with pain stiffness and inflammation,” he remarks. “Golf is my passion and this great product helps me get back into my game much more quickly. I recently had shoulder pains and they went away after taking this amazing product.”

Michael’s positive product experience doesn’t end there. He uses Sublingual B-12 to maintain steady energy levels, eliminate brain fog and stay mentally sharp. “Vital C Powdered Crystals also help my body in so many ways,” Michael notes. “It keeps my immune system strong, helps with cardiovascular health and is real easy on my digestive system.”

Michael knows how important essential fatty acids are for all adults in all stages of life. “OmegaPrime® supports my wellness and the ingredients are of the highest quality,” he says. “It lessens joint and respiratory inflammation, helps nourish my brain and protects circulation.”

Another big favorite with Michael is Adaptogen 10 Plus®. He enjoys combining it with Nopalea to create a delicious and nutrition-packed cocktail.

Michael’s group also promotes wellness
As an Affiliate Member, Michael has recruited many other people who are just as passionate as he is about wellness. He also finds unique ways to promote both wellness and education. One example is a TV program entitled “High Five Challenge” that will be aired over a nationwide network of television stations. This TV program challenges high school student teams with a wide variety of questions. The program has audience exposure of 40 million individuals and Nopalea will be prominently featured.

Many members of his central Oregon Affiliate Member team spread the word about wellness to fitness centers, golf clubs and various community groups throughout Central Oregon. “This is an especially exciting time for this group,” Michael says, “as they are striving to live healthier lives and improve lives through TriVita products. Central Oregon is a great area for TriVita and Nopalea, since this is one of the most health conscious areas in the region.”

Our congratulations to Michael, Diane and all the Affiliate Members in their group who are introducing TriVita products to a very receptive audience.

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TriVita Health – Making Healthy Lifestyle Changes

By making healthy lifestyle changes and modifications, you can help reduce inflammation in your body. And simultaneously improve your overall health!

1. If you smoke, quit.

2. Practice stress management techniques such as deep breathing to help manage your stress load.

3. Simply being overweight can increase inflammation. Start a sensible diet and exercise plan – it will help with inflammation and your overall sense of health and well-being.

4. Exercise at least 30 minutes per day, three to five days per week.

5. Cut out unhealthy food choices – some of which can actually contribute to inflammation: trans fats, refined carbohydrates, processed foods.

6. Make anti-inflammatory foods a staple in your diet.

7. Practice good oral hygiene: brush after every meal and floss once a day.

8. Take Sonoran Bloom™ Nopalea™.

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TriVita Health – Inflammation and Your Body
It could be causing damage right now!

Inflammation. It seems like you hear about it every day on the news. Scientists are now linking inflammation with a wide variety of conditions including:

• All types of pain
• Heart disease
• Diabetes
• Cancer
• Alzheimer’s disease
• Gum disease

Although inflammation hasn’t been pinpointed as the cause of all these conditions, it has been well-documented as playing a part in them – often intensifying the symptoms and effects.

So what exactly is inflammation, how can it affect you and how can you help reduce it?

First things first: What is inflammation?
Inflammation is your immune system’s response to damage. This damage can arise from trauma, bacterial, viral or parasitic infection, stress, genetic abnormalities, metabolic disorders and a host of other sources. Certain lifestyle choices can also contribute to inflammation: poor diet, stress, overweight, a sedentary lifestyle and smoking. Inflammation can cause redness, swelling, heat, pain and loss of function.

When you’re injured, the inflammatory response immediately moves into action. White blood cells rush to the scene of the damage and begin to destroy the damaged cells, while sending out chemical signals that call for more help. That’s when unstable molecules called free radicals are released. Free radicals, now considered key players in many diseases, start to attack the damaged area, destroying some healthy cells in the process. This new damage leads to yet another round of inflammation. And so the cycle of inflammation continues: what’s called chronic inflammation. And that’s when the trouble begins!

How inflammation affects your body
Though you may not see or even feel inflammation, it may be silently burning within your body right now. Over time, this collective damage can spell trouble for the immediate area of inflammation as well as your overall health.

• Heart
Inflammation is believed to contribute to the formation of plaque in blood vessels, as well as the formation of blood clots. When these blood clots break free into the blood, they can block blood flow to the brain or heart, resulting in a heart attack or stroke.

• Brain
Inflammation plays a role in Alzheimer’s disease, yet scientists are still uncertain what that role is. However, one theory is that inflammation kicks into gear because of the plaques and tangles in the brains of Alzheimer’s patients. In trying to solve the problem, inflammation just makes matters worse.

• Joints
Long-term inflammation of the joints can result in destroyed ligaments and tendons, damage to joint cartilage and bone and even bone erosion. This leads to pain, deformity and an inability to perform daily tasks – drastically affecting quality of life.

• Mouth and gums
Although dental researchers once thought bacterial infections caused gum disease, it is now thought that some of the more severe symptoms of gum disease are attributable to inflammation. The National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, part of the National Institutes of Health, reports that inflammation can even break down bone and connective tissue that keep the teeth in place.

• Emotional health
Inflammation may even play a role in your emotions! Scientists at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign discovered that an enzyme secreted by the immune system caused inflammation-related, depression-like symptoms in mice. Because inflammation is linked with conditions often accompanied by depression – such as diabetes, cancer and heart disease – researchers expect that this study will provide insight into chronic inflammation’s role in depression.

• Cancer cell growth
Although researchers haven’t discovered the exact mechanism of inflammation’s role in cancer, they believe it encourages cancer growth. According to the American Cancer Society, inflammation creates just the right conditions for cancer cells to grow and multiply.

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TriVita Health — How Much Do You Know About Men’s Health?

Test your knowledge with this quiz from the centers for Disease control and prevention

True or False?
1. A man’s exposure to substances in the workplace can affect his ability to have healthy children.

2. Adults should get at least one hour of physical activity a week.

3. Males are more likely than females to die from injury in the workplace.

4. People do not need to get vaccinations after age 21.

5. Men are more likely than women to attempt suicide.

6. More men die from prostate cancer than from any other type of cancer.

7. Cancer is the leading cause of death in men.

8. Males are more likely than females to sustain a traumatic brain injury.

Answers:
1. True: A man’s exposure to certain substances in the workplace can affect his ability to have healthy children by affecting sperm and sexual performance. Also, certain substances unintentionally brought home by a worker may affect a woman’s reproductive system or the health of an unborn child.

2. False: Adults should get at least 2 ½ hours of physical activity a week, including aerobic and muscle-strengthening activities.

3. True: Of the U.S. workers that died from injury at work in 2005, males accounted for 93% of all deaths and had a work-related fatality rate about 12 times the rate for females.

4. False: Vaccinations aren’t just for kids. Far too many adults become ill, are disabled and die each year from diseases that could easily have been prevented by vaccines. Keep track of your vaccinations, and make sure you keep them up-to-date.

5. False: Women are three times more likely to report attempting suicide than men. However, men are four times more likely to actually die from suicide. In 2004, 80% of suicide deaths were among men. If you or someone you know is in a suicidal crisis, contact the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 1-800-273-TALK.

6. False: More men and women die from lung cancer than from any other type of cancer. Quit smoking and avoid secondhand smoke to lower your risk for lung cancer, heart disease, and other diseases and conditions. Prostate cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in men.

7. False: Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States. To lower your risk for heart disease, get regular blood cholesterol and blood pressure screenings, prevent and control diabetes, avoid smoking and secondhand smoke, limit alcohol use, keep a healthy weight, eat healthy and get regular physical activity.

8. True: Males are about twice as likely as females to sustain a traumatic brain injury (TBI). A TBI is caused by a blow or jolt to the head or a penetrating head injury that disrupts the normal function of the brain. To help prevent TBI, wear a seatbelt every time you drive or ride in a motor vehicle, wear a helmet when riding a bike and playing contact sports and make living areas safer for seniors and children.

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TriVita Health — Honoring fathers, honoring Him
by Chaplain Gene Henderson

“Honor your father and your mother, that your days may be long upon the land which the Lord your God is giving you.” – Exodus 20:12

This month, Father’s Day will bring a flurry of greeting cards, ties, gadgets and phone calls across North America. However, not everyone greets this day with gladness. I know from personal experience and years of counseling others that a troubled relationship with the father figure in your life can harden your heart.

Whether you regard your father with loving gratitude or not, I’d like to explore how you can still honor him – and therefore honor God the Father – without ignoring your personal feelings. When Scripture tells us to “Honor your father…,” that isn’t a command to endorse or ignore behavior that might have been neglectful or harsh (and certainly not in cases of bodily abuse). Rather, I think the Bible is telling us to recognize the good things we got from our fathers, to focus on the positive memories. This helps us relate to God the Father, and to appreciate His blessings.

Honor your father as you’d like to be honored
Consider this: How you honor your father is an example to your children of how you’d like to be honored. If you let difficulties from the past keep you estranged from your father (in memory or in life), then that’s how you’re teaching your children to treat you.

Do you remember your father as too strict? You could choose to also remember that he was the one who brought you a puppy when you were little. Do you hang on to resentment that he rarely showed affection or approval? Maybe now you realize that in working to provide the basics, he was expressing love in his way. The point is, when you focus on the good qualities of your father you do two important things: you pass on a powerful example of remembrance to your own family, and you help empower yourself to have a better relationship with God.

When you think about it, it makes sense: If all your connections with your earthly father seem negative, how can you relate to the heavenly Father with love and appreciation? It’s never too late to reach out and re-connect with the good memories from your past. I re-connected with my own father after a 20-year separation, and I’m so thankful that I did. Each Father’s Day I called him to keep in touch, and after he passed on, I shared with my family a letter about all the good he brought to my life.

Remember the good and pass it on
I’m not saying it’s always easy to forgive, but I am saying that it’s worth it – to you and those who look to you as a father. Perhaps you could start by making a list of positive memories: What good things did your father do with you, give to you, teach you that you remember fondly? What did he talk about from his own childhood that helped you see what his upbringing was like?

That list of memories could turn into a letter you write, whether to him in person or to his spirit, and share with your family. Or maybe you could tape record those memories so your children and grandchildren share your history, hearing your voice.

In your own life, you may know now that good parenting can be a very tough job. I wonder if, when we disappoint Him, God the Father feels the same way? This Father’s Day, I urge you to remember… reach out… and honor your father to honor Him.

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TriVita Health — Christa’s Favorite Salad Dressing

Ingredients
2 parts raw Apple Cider Vinegar
1 part Flax Oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp. Agave Nectar
Juice of half a lime
Sea salt, dried basil and oregano to taste

Directions
Shake well and serve cold.

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TriVita Health — Curried Kale w/Caramelized Shallots & Agave

Ingredients
3 Shallots, thinly sliced
1 Tbs. Coconut Oil
1 Tbs. Curry Powder
1 Tbs. Agave Nectar
1 tsp. fresh lemon juice
2 Tbs. water
½ bunch Kale (about 4 oz) stems removed and chopped into large pieces
2 Tbs. Tamari (wheat-free soy sauce

Directions
Heat oil over medium heat, add shallots and sauté until dark brown and caramelized, about 20 minutes. Stir in curry powder, agave and lemon juice. Add kale, tamari and water. Cover and steam for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until kale is still chewy but tender. Do not overcook.

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TriVita Health — The Acid-Alkaline Balance

A New Approach to Inflammation

By Christa Orecchio, Certified Clinical Nutritionist, Holistic Health Counselor

My favorite part about being a holistic nutritionist is when I see the light of hope and empowerment in my clients’ eyes. It’s that moment when they realize that they really do have control over their own health and how they feel on a daily basis.

When someone walks into my office with the debilitating pain of arthritis as his or her chief complaint, my first line of defense is pH balance, or acid-alkaline balance. The pH of our blood at any given moment is 7.25-7.45. This range is so important because if our pH goes out of range even .15 percent, we could die. Therefore, I immediately have clients test the pH of their saliva and urine consecutively for six days to see how hard the body is working just to keep them alive, let alone allowing for vibrant health.

The standard American diet is an overly processed diet full of acid-forming foods such as meat, dairy, wheat, chemicalized junk foods, artificial sweeteners and sugar. Stress is also a huge contributing factor to an over-acid condition. Nine out of 10 times, my clients are acidic. They need to incorporate more alkaline-forming foods (and stress-relieving activities such as breathing deeply) into their diet and lives to gain the results they desire, namely freedom of movement and decreased inflammation. However, those are not the only benefits they receive from tending to their pH balance. Moving toward alkalinity promotes better overall organ function, allows for the release of toxins, improves mental clarity and affords natural weight loss. It also profoundly improves digestion and heartburn and is a valuable safeguard against cancer.

There are so many small changes that can make a profound difference in our health. These changes do not have to be considered a sacrifice, but instead can be viewed as an “upgrade.”

For example, apple cider vinegar (acv) is very alkalizing, while all other vinegars are acidic. Consider upgrading to acv as your staple vinegar. Lime is more alkalizing than lemon so use that in the water you drink throughout the day or in your cooking when possible. Brown rice has less acid than white rice; raspberries are highly alkalizing while cranberries are very acidic. Garlic, too, has a profound effect on acid-alkaline balance and is an easy addition to many dishes.

Far and away, green leafy vegetables are the most alkalizing foods. Coincidentally they happen to be the single most missing foods in the modern American diet. By green “leafies,” I mean kale, collard greens, dandelion greens, bok choy, arugula, spinach, mixed field greens, etc. Simply by incorporating two servings of leafy green vegetables in your diet on a daily basis, you will be well on your way to finding pH balance.

Try these simple, yet absolutely delicious recipes to decrease inflammation and increase well-being.

Curried Kale w/Caramelized Shallots & Agave

Christa’s Favorite Salad Dressing

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TriVita Health – Celebrating Life through Traditions and Rituals
by Dr. Judy

Effective traditions promote a sense of identity and a feeling of belonging.

Recently, I was standing in front of the magazine rack at one of our local bookstores, and the June magazines were being placed on the shelves. I began to notice a theme emerging as I gazed at the front covers: all the women’s magazines featured articles on weddings.

Just a few nights before, my daughter had stopped by my house for a visit and was telling me about renting a booth for her business at the Phoenix Bridal Show and Wedding Expo taking place in June.

With all this talk about weddings in June, my curiosity got the best of me and I went to my computer and looked on the Web to find out why June had become the most popular month for weddings.

You will chuckle when you read the answer that I found. Many of our contemporary wedding traditions come out of the traditions from the 14th and 15th century. June signified the arrival of warmer weather. That meant it was time to remove winter clothing and partake in one’s annual bath.

Yes, back then people were only able to bathe thoroughly once each year. Since the overall population smelled fairly fresh in June, it was a good time to hold a special event like a wedding!

The significance of traditions
As a research psychologist, I became intrigued with the significance of celebrating traditions in our families and communities. As it turns out, social scientists have discovered that traditions are a fundamental need of our psyche. Traditions are a key to making lasting memories and enriching our lives. They become the glue that binds us together.

Important rituals and transitions
In its most basic form, rituals mark ends and beginnings; in other words, transitions. The presence of the community in ritual brings about an experience of support and unity. Some examples of western rituals are graduations, award ceremonies and secular holidays. These, together with the traditions of weddings, anniversaries, birthdays and funerals all form part of our collective need for recognizing certain events. Rituals bring a community together.

The benefits of family traditions and rituals
Sometimes, family traditions are associated with practices and beliefs, which are handed over from one generation to the next generation. They promote a feeling of safety and security within the family by providing a predictable and familiar experience.

While growing up, children love to participate in simple family traditions. Whether it’s decorating the holiday tree, helping to bake a birthday cake, dyeing Easter eggs or shopping with mom when she goes out to buy yet another necktie for dad on Father’s Day, it is often a memorable routine.

Regular and consistent family traditions/rituals can provide both adults and children with the following:

• A sense of belonging

• Identity and identification

• Role models

• Connections

• Stability and continuity in an ever-changing world

Traditions and rituals give family members something to look forward to, which gives them a sense of assurance in a fast-paced and hectic world. As family bonds tend to be weakened by busy lifestyles, families can stay connected by intentionally maintaining important rituals and traditions.

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TriVita Health — Beware of Dangerous Drug Combos
Similar drug names another potential hazard

Are you mixing medications? You could be in danger, according to a study in the December 2008 Journal of the American Medical Association. About 2.2 million Americans take medications in potentially dangerous combinations, according to the study. And sometimes those combinations include non-prescription medications and supplements.

The study involved 3,005 people aged 57 to 85. The older the person was, the more likely they were to take at least one medication. Sixty-eight percent of those who took prescription drugs also took non-prescription medications or supplements.

Researchers identified the most dangerous combinations reported by the participants:

Combinations – Medications — Risks
Prescription with another prescription — Lisinopril with prescription potassium — Elevated blood-potassium levels which can disrupt heart rhythm

Prescription with another prescription — Warfarin with simvastatin — Bleeding

Prescription with a non-prescription — Warfarin with aspirin — Bleeding

Prescription with a non-prescription — Atorvastatin with niacin — Muscle weakness and muscle breakdown

Prescription with a non-prescription — Simvastatin with niacin — Muscle weakness and muscle breakdown

Non-prescription with another non-prescription — Ginkgo with aspirin — Bleeding

If you’re taking any of these combinations, contact your healthcare provider to discuss other options. Even if you’re not taking the medications listed above, it’s still important to pay close attention to those that you are taking.

Avoiding dangerous interactions
• Let your doctor know which medications and supplements you’re currently taking.
• Take medications as directed.
• Try filling all your prescriptions at the same pharmacy.
• Carefully read package inserts for possible interactions.
• Carry a list of all medications and supplements you’re taking; that way you’ll have it readily available if you get prescribed a new medication or need to buy an over-the-counter drug.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recommends asking your doctor or pharmacist these questions before taking a new drug:

• Can I take it with other drugs?
• Should I avoid certain foods, beverages or other products?
• What are possible drug interaction signs I should know about?
• How will the drug work in my body?
• Is there more information available about the drug or my condition (on the Internet or in health and medical literature)?

Medication errors
Another area of concern is drug name errors. These can occur in the pharmacy or in the doctor’s office. Often, many drugs sound alike or are spelled alike. But according to the FDA, mistakes can also occur because of abbreviations, acronyms and dose designations used on prescriptions. Poor handwriting, new products, similar packaging and unfamiliarity with drug names can make the situation worse.

Regardless, mistakes of any kind are dangerous. The FDA suggests the following tips for making sure you’re getting exactly what the doctor ordered:

• Know the name and strength of prescribed drugs before leaving the doctor’s office.
• Insist that the doctor include the purpose of the medication on the prescription.
• Ensure that a refill is what it should be.
• Tell your doctor of any medical history changes.

When it comes to your health, you can never be too careful; if you have questions about your current prescription medications, over-the-counter medications and/or supplements, don’t hesitate to ask your healthcare provider.

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