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10Essentialsfor 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
Let your lungs fill deep down, hold,
then exhale toxins and stress.
2. Drink Water
Nature’s best beverage not only quenches
thirst, but also enhances energy.
3. Sleep Peacefully
Every body needs the rest and repair
that comes with a regular sleep routine.
4. Eat Nutritiously
Feed both body and mind with
healthy, nourishing food for life.
5. Enjoy Activity
Let an active lifestyle move you to
improved health and wellness in all ways.
Emotional
6. Give and Receive Love
Offer and accept the greatest gift, and you
can enhance your immune system.
7. Be Forgiving
When you let go of old grudges, your hands
are open to accept feelings of peace.
8. Practice Gratitude
A thankful heart releases stress, making
room for greater happiness and health.
9. Develop Acceptance
If you can’t change it, accept it and move
on. Worry will shrink, serenity will grow.
Spiritual
10. Develop a Relationship with God
Nurture the spiritual aspect of your life
to achieve complete well-being.
Article from Michael Ellison continued on page 21...
Have you ever considered that your beliefs could be a major determining
factor for your health and wellness? I am not referring to religious beliefs
but to the beliefs we hold about lifestyle, genetics and even fate as it
relates to our wellness. Have you ever seriously questioned how you
arrived at the beliefs you have about living with health and wellness?
What if there was a whole new level of well-being you could enjoy by
simply altering your beliefs about this wonderful way of living? Obviously
this article will not be of much interest to anyone looking for a magic
potion, but I invite everyone on a wellness journey with me to probe this most interesting subject: the
connection between our beliefs/behaviors and the degree of wellness we enjoy.
I was sharing these ideas with someone I greatly respect and they offered a challenge to my simple
theory: People believe in the fact that if they eat fewer calories they will lose weight, and yet many
North Americans are seriously overweight. As we discussed this further, we both agreed that most
people also believe they cannot eat fewer calories because food offers many emotional benefits.
They do not believe they can change their long-term behavior to sustain a healthy weight.
For example, stressful or anxious people will eat food to comfort their feelings. Others find that
social events influence their food intake. How do you attend a social function and not show your
enthusiastic participation by overeating? Television watching also causes many people to overeat:
Chips, dips, sodas and buttered popcorn make the occasion even more enjoyable.
By simply observing human behavior, we can conclude that our beliefs will dictate our actions and
attitude in life. For example, before Columbus sailed west and discovered the North American
continent, the populace believed the world was flat. That’s why so much sailing was done north
and south following land bearings. This belief had its advantages in that it created the great trading
opportunities between Europe and the mid-eastern countries as they sailed the land bearings north
and south. But to sail west across the Atlantic meant dropping off a cliff into the dark abyss
somewhere at the end of the flat earth. The simple belief in the false idea of the world being flat
determined the actions of an entire group of courageous sailors and traders for centuries.
Our beliefs are so powerful that we seek to align our actions to our beliefs. This is true as it relates to
health and wellness as well as other important things in our lives, such as acquiring wealth. We are not
robots or machines that can be set on a permanent course, but we are individuals given the freedom to
choose the beliefs that dictate the behaviors we act out in what we call lifestyle.
Have you considered who (or what) has influenced your beliefs about health and wellness? Parents
and grandparents obviously have a significant impact on our beliefs, but so do spiritual leaders such
as pastors, priests or rabbis. What about friends, social clubs… and our medical professionals? It is
an interesting question to pose, as most self-imposed limitations on our ability to enhance our
health and wellness will generally be found in our beliefs, which have been shaped by someone
other than ourselves.
North Americans have a disdain towards hypocrisy as was recently demonstrated by the reactions to Tiger
Woods when his behavior was exposed. His behavior was not in alignment with the image of not only a
great golfer, but a great husband, father, businessman and an endorser of the all American life. Not to
be presumptuous about advice for Tiger Woods, but it was because he embraced the belief that he could
have whatever he wanted (as he admitted), that certain behaviors were allowed to follow.
Another serious question to ask ourselves: How often do we allow our beliefs to change to fit our
behaviors so that we don’t feel like hypocrites? Remember, we as North Americans have significant
societal influence to disdain hypocrisy! For example, someone is struggling with their weight even to
Believing your way to
health and wellness
by Michael R. Ellison, CEO & Founder
“If we desire to live with optimal wellness to live out our life purposes,
we must challenge our beliefs and our behaviors, and bring them into
alignment with wellness principles.”

ON MY MIND
EDITOR’s NOTE
I
n this August issue of the
VitaJournal, TriVita’s Chief Science
Officer, Brazos Minshew, expands on the
often misunderstood topic of homocysteine.
If you’re concerned about a family history of
degenerative type illnesses, you’ll want to find
out more on this subject and what you can do
to help protect yourself. You’ll also enjoy reading
about young Max, age 11, featured on our cover.
This young golf prodigy is telling everyone about
his Nopalea experience.
Recently I was reflecting on my own health
and how being at TriVita these past 11 years
has positively influenced the way I take care of
myself. Losing my father and brother to heart
disease is something that has made me aware of
potential risks, so I make a conscious effort to
take care of my whole self the best I can. Being
part of the TriVita family certainly has given
me the right tools. Being mindful of the 10
Essentials for Health and Wellness and having
access to life-changing products has not only
changed my outlook, but perhaps put me on a
healthier path for my life physically, emotionally
and spiritually.
Also this month, Chaplain Gene Henderson
shares his thoughts on Optimal Spirituality.
I like what he says about internal values and
external forces and how they relate to choices
we make. I was reminded of something that
happened a few weeks ago. On my morning
walk, I cut through the area behind a local
grocery store. Many people in the area often
leave shopping carts around the property
without taking the time to return them to
the store. This particular morning, as I passed
a stranded basket, I felt compelled to turn
around, get the basket and push it back to
the store. I actually had a struggle internally
for a few seconds on whether or not to obey
this prompting. I rationalized that there were
people who were paid to do this, so why should
I bother? But then I felt like God was saying,
“Wow – if you can’t even recognize that I’m
speaking to you and obey me on this little item,
how will you ever obey me on the big stuff?”
23 The Blissful Balance of
“Optimal Spirituality”
Dwelling where body, mind
and spirit converge.
25 Nopalea Helps Max
Shoot For Success
“This stuff really works and I
don’t have any pain at all.”
28 Unlocking the
Gluten Mystery
Why this common protein
sometimes causes misery.
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Grocery shopping tips to enhance your
weight loss success. 20
It's never too late to learn. 14
The information in this VitaJournal may contain
errors or inaccuracies. We reserve the right to
change prices, selections, update information
and limit quantities without prior notice.
4 Getting To the Heart
of Homocysteine
Lower homocysteine helps
decrease disease risk.
9 Smart Eating for Back
to School
Start the school year off right with
these tasty, healthy foods.
11 How Nopalea™ Aids in
the Healing Process
Betalain antioxidants play a
vital role.
12 The Cholesterol/Heart
Attack Connection
Separating the myths from facts
about cholesterol.
16 It Has Worked Wonders
Nopalea Wellness Challenge
participants share their
remarkable stories.
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Editor’s Note continued on page 21...

Gettingtotheheartofhomocysteine
Lowerhomocysteinehelpsdecreasediseaserisk
T
he economy of North
America is amazingly
complex. Can you imagine
how short-sighted it would be to
take a single element of the economy
and focus intently on that single
transaction to the exclusion of all
other factors? For example, the sale
of “widgets” may be important to
our comfort and convenience. We
could spend all of our time focused
on the sale of widgets without any
consideration for manufacturing,
import/export, farming, banking,
real estate, etc.
Any attempt to fix the entire economy would
have to consider all of the important elements
involved, right? Every element of the economy
is important and interconnected.
With homocysteine metabolism, it is much the
same. One important element in solving the
problem of elevated homocysteine (HCY) is
getting enough folate from our diet and folic
acid from our supplements. Folates turn on an
enzyme that neutralizes some homocysteine.
Can you imagine how short-sighted it would
be to focus only on one enzyme to the
exclusion of all other factors? Homocysteine
metabolism is incredibly complex! Every
facet is important and many nutrients are
interconnected in getting rid of excessive
levels of HCY.
A tale of two studies
Homocysteine (HCY) has been studied in
medicine behind the scenes for more than
40 years now. Here is what we have found:
Excessive levels of HCY have definitely
been linked to many serious conditions from
heart attacks to stroke, from osteoporosis to
Alzheimer’s Disease.
We know that a low homocysteine number
equals a low risk of these diseases.
Stroke occurs when there is a problem with
blood flow to the brain, or if there is bleeding
within the brain. Strokes may cause reversible
or irreversible paralysis, visual changes, coma,
and problems with speech or dementia. Most
strokes are not fatal, though death is a possible
outcome. People with diabetes, high cholester-
ol, hardening of the arteries (atherosclerosis),
and hypertension have increased risk of stroke.
Homocysteine was first linked to stroke in
1966. Pioneering medical researcher Kilmer
McCully discovered that young people with
high levels of homocysteine had heart attacks
and strokes more often than people of the same
age with lower levels of homocysteine. Today
there is no dispute: A high level of homocyste-
ine is a strong predictor of stroke at any age.
We also know that a balance of dietary folates,
HCY supplements and antioxidants may help
reduce the level of homocysteine as well as
reduce risk for disability from HCY-related
conditions. Recently, two studies (the
NORVIT study and the HOPE-2 study)
used a generic supplement to treat people with
advanced cardiovascular disease, either a heart
attack or stroke. What did they find and how
does this affect you?
Our wellness journey
Before I answer this I want you to think of the
Titanic and how even the name “Titanic” is
associated with disaster. Imagine what would
have happened if the captain of that ship
changed his course the day before the icebergs
appeared in their path. Would the outcome
have been different? Imagine if he had changed
his course two days before the disaster. Would
the outcome have been even better? My point
is this: The earlier you change your course
with respect to your health, the better are your
chances for a healthy outcome! The people in
the NORVIT and HOPE-2 trials had already
struck the iceberg, so to speak. They had
already experienced a heart attack or stroke.
They already had advanced artery disease.
By Brazos Minshew,
TriVita Chief Science Officer

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Changing course at this time was not really
expected to cause much improvement in
outcome – but it did!
The people taking a B-complex reduced their
homocysteine by 25% and reduced their rate
of death and disability from strokes by 25%!
So, even at this critical time in their life,
many people experienced the benefits of
homocysteine reduction.
Sadly, those with advanced heart disease were
“too close to the iceberg” to benefit much from
lowering their homocysteine. For them, it was
just “too little, too late.” Their rate of heart
attacks did not change and many of them died.
However, 40 years of medical research still tells
us that changing the course of our wellness
journey earlier, before a serious health crisis,
will result in a healthier life.
Supplements aren’t enough
Using high levels of folic acid may reduce some
homocysteine but it will not give us the health
benefits we desire.
A comprehensive approach to HCY reduction
must include dietary folates and antioxidants.
Our first step, then, is to eat the appropriate
number of servings of fruit and vegetables: 5
servings for children, 7 servings for women
and 9 servings for men. Also, our supplements
should include all of the B vitamins and other
nutrients known to facilitate HCY metabolism
and reduce homocysteine.
When all factors are included – diet, supple-
ments and lifestyle – then homocysteine
is reduced and health is improved.
Intense nutrition needed
The HOPE-2 trial started at the turn of
this century and the NORVIT trial shortly
afterward. Both showed encouraging results.
In 2004 another trial started for a new, more
aggressive product for reducing homocysteine.
The study was conducted by Mark Mattie,
MD, PhD of Yale University and Bridgeport
University. The result of the study demonstrated
that the complete ingredients found in TriVita’s
HCY Guard
®
added to the effectiveness of B
vitamins and reduced homocysteine an
incredible 35%! Imagine what this means
for your health.
How do I prevent a stroke?
Stroke is the third leading cause of death in both the United States and Canada.
However, experts estimate that 80% of strokes can be prevented. Help reduce your
stroke risk with these tips from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services:
• Know your blood pressure.
• Don't smoke.
• Get tested for diabetes.
• Get your cholesterol and triglyceride levels tested.
• Maintain a healthy weight.
• If you drink alcohol, limit it to no more than one drink a day.
• Find healthy ways to cope with stress.
As captain of your ship, you simply cannot
afford to wait until you “see icebergs” to
change the course of your health. Have your
homocysteine level tested frequently. (You may
have to ask your healthcare provider for this
test as it is not routine.) If it is too high, reduce
it by eating high-folate, antioxidant-rich fruits
and vegetables and by taking HCY Guard, the
only supplement proven in university studies
to reduce HCY by 35%!
But remember, HCY Guard is protection,
not treatment. We must make a significant
commitment if we are to fully experience
health benefits. This includes a healthy diet
and lifestyle – all of the 10 Essentials for
Health and Wellness.
For more information on HCY Guard,
see page 13.
High HCY and inflammation – key causes of cardiac disease
High homocysteine levels can lead to dangerous inflammation. Arteries carry oxygen-rich blood
to your heart and other parts of your body. Over time, plaque build-up hardens and narrows your
arteries. The flow of oxygen-rich blood to your organs and other parts of your body is reduced.
This can lead to serious problems, including heart attack, stroke or even death.
Narrowing of artery
Abnormal
blood flow
Plaque
Narrowed artery
Plaque
Normal artery Artery
wall
Normal blood flow
Artery cross-section

I
s someone in your life
struggling with attention
problems? Does he or she
tend to be over-active or too
impulsive? Such behaviors are
recognized more and more as
legitimate mental health issues,
and the role played by Vitamin
B-12 is also gaining recognition.
First, let’s look at just what
these health issues are.
Attention and focus problems can show up
as a range of behavioral issues, sometimes a
combination of inattentiveness, over-activity
and impulsivity. While most research into this
area has focused on children, studies have
suggested that the symptoms continue into
adulthood in up to 50% of adults who had
the condition in childhood.
Of course, some of the behaviors we’re talking
about are to be expected in children, but when
several symptoms occur that exceed the normal
range for a child’s age, a clinical diagnosis
may be made. If you’re a concerned parent or
grandparent, you should be aware of the signs
and symptoms. Attention disorders aren’t
restricted to children. While these issues are
long-term, adults can often better control their
behavior, and disguise their symptoms.
Symptoms to watch for
The symptoms that make up attention and
focus disorders can be broken down into three
specific areas: inattentiveness, hyperactivity
and impulsivity.
Inattentiveness
1. Doesn’t pay attention to details, or makes
careless errors in work or school assignments
2. Has trouble maintaining attention in
work or play
3. Doesn’t seem to listen when spoken to
4. Doesn’t follow through, fails to finish
schoolwork, chores or workplace duties
5. Has trouble organizing tasks and activities
6. Resists activities such as schoolwork that
require sustained mental focus
7. Tends to lose items needed for tasks or
activities, such as toys, pencils or books
8. Is easily distracted
9. Is often forgetful
Hyperactivity
1. Has restless hands or feet, or squirms
in a seat
2. Leaves a seat when staying seated is expected
3. Runs around or climbs in inappropriate
situations
4. Has trouble playing quietly
5. Is often excessively active or talkative
Impulsivity
1. Blurts out answers before questions
are finished
2. Has difficulty waiting his or her turn
3. Interrupts or breaks into others’
conversations or games
While the cause of attention disorders isn’t
yet pinpointed we do know this: it’s one
of the most commonly-diagnosed behavioral
problems. As much as 5% of school-aged
children have this disorder.
B-12: proven brain-boosting power, vital
to mental wellness
There are prescription drugs available to treat
problems with attention and focus. But as you
may know, these powerful drugs can have
serious side effects.
Vitamin B-12, attention and focus: how they’re linked
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
by Dr. Scott Conard
Correcting a deficiency could help mental function

There is strong clinical evidence to support the
link between essential nutrients and vitamins –
particularly Vitamin B-12 – and mental
function. Studies have shown that a B-12
deficiency may decrease levels of substances
needed to transmit nerve signals. This reduced
ability to transmit nerve signals has shown up
in brain tests conducted on children with
attention disorders. In people of any age,
this problem with nerve signals can lessen
or damage mental functioning.
So, in addition to a healthy diet and
regular exercise, I recommend that everyone
get enough essential vitamins like B-12. One
of the best ways to make sure that you or a
loved one get enough B-12 is to take TriVita
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D
o you collapse on the couch
when you get home? Perhaps
you lack the energy – or desire
– to do the things you usually enjoy.
Why are you just so tired all the
time? Most likely, you’re suffering
from fatigue.
What’s in a name?
Many of us use the words tired, sleepy and
fatigued interchangeably, but though fatigue
can result from a lack of sleep, it’s actually quite
different from sleepiness. Sound confusing?
Let’s break it down.
Fatigue
Fatigue is generally described as a lack of energy
and motivation – with a wide variety of possible
causes: lack of sleep, sedentary lifestyle, sleep
disorders, depression or grief, stress, overwork,
poor diet, medical conditions, underactive or
overactive thyroid gland, certain medications.
Sleepiness
At one point or another, everyone experiences
sleepiness. However, when sleepiness interferes
with daily routines and activities, it can become
problem sleepiness. It may be caused by your
body’s natural sleep cycles, lack of sleep, sleep
disorders or certain drugs. The National Heart,
Lung and Blood Institute lists the following as
symptoms of problem sleepiness:
• Consistently do not get enough sleep, or get
poor quality sleep
• Fall asleep while driving
• Struggle to stay awake when inactive, such
as when watching TV or reading
• Have difficulty paying attention or
concentrating at work, school or home
• Have performance problems at work or school
• Have difficulty remembering
• Have slowed responses
• Have difficulty controlling your emotions
• Must take naps on most days
If you think you’re getting enough sleep but still
experience problem sleepiness, consult your
healthcare provider.
Wake up!
Although the very nature of fatigue makes it
difficult for us to even want to fight it, we have
to combat it to live a life of optimal wellness.
Try the at-home strategies below to fight fatigue
and problem sleepiness.
Get out of debt… sleep debt, that is
When you don’t get enough sleep, you start to
build a sleep “debt.” Just like a credit card with
high interest, once you charge too much, it
becomes more and more of a burden to pay off.
Get your sleep finances back in order with these
tips for better sleep.
• Get the right amount of sleep each night.
Although it varies from person to person, the
average adult needs about 8 to 8.5 hours of
shuteye each night.
• Get up and go to bed at the same times every
day, even weekends.
• Sleep in a cool, dark room.
• Avoid caffeine, nicotine and alcohol
late in the day.
Exercise regularly
Studies show that exercise can increase your
energy levels. In one study, 20 minutes of
low-intensity aerobic activity three times a week
increased energy levels by 20% and decreased
fatigue by 65%! Not only that, but exercise can
help you fall asleep and have a better quality
of sleep. Be sure to avoid exercising 2-3 hours
before bedtime.
Eat a balanced diet
Food is your body’s fuel; if you’re using cheap
fuel, your “motor” may be chugging. Upgrade
to premium with healthy balanced meals and
snacks. Include plenty of vegetables as well as
proteins, healthy fats, carbohydrates and whole
grains. Also be sure to drink plenty of water
throughout the day, as dehydration is a notorious
energy thief. You may also want to supplement
your diet with a high-quality multivitamin.
Putting these fatigue-fighting steps into action
can help restore your energy and motivation
– and bring you back to life! However, if your
fatigue is not relieved by adequate sleep,
healthy diet and stress reduction, consult
your healthcare provider.
Call 1-800-991-7116 and ask a Wellness
Consultant which TriVita products may help
you fight fatigue.
WhyamIsotiredallthetime?
Fight back against fatigue

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M
orning, noon and night,
it’s important that
children heading back
to school (and adults at any stage)
get the healthy foods that help
them function. Here, some smart
choices to start the school year
off with high marks.
By Christa Orecchio,
Clinical Nutritionist and Holistic Health Counselor
Breakfast
Our grandmothers were right when they said
that breakfast was the most important meal of the
day. The first thing kids put in their bodies is
certainly key, and will set the stage for the
entire day, dramatically affecting their energy
levels as well as their ability and desire to
focus and learn.
Protein and healthy fat are the two key ingredients
to a healthy, sustainable breakfast.
Try one of the following:
1. Protein smoothie: 1 scoop of high quality
(hormone- and antibiotic-free) whey or egg
white protein powder, a cup of frozen berries,
a cup of unsweetened almond or coconut milk, a
pinch of greens powder or juice (or ¼ cup of
spinach) and 1T ground flaxseeds. You can add
a teaspoon of raw honey if a sweeter taste is
desired.
2. Oatmeal (or leftover brown rice) with ground
flaxseeds or hemp seeds mixed in with some
protein powder. Or, serve a hard-cooked egg
on the side.
3. Sprouted whole grain toast with unsweetened
peanut butter or almond butter and raw honey,
plus a pinch of cinnamon.
What should you send with your child to school
and what should you feed them afterward? Have
a look at my healthy snack list to see which items
might best excite your child’s taste buds. These are
healthy choices that you can feel good about.
Snacks
For that satisfying “crunch,” try these
good-for-you options:
• Rice cakes, rice crackers or raw flax crackers
• Light popcorn or plain popcorn: use coconut oil
to pop in a covered pan
• Spelt or kamut pretzels, or kamut
graham crackers
• Carrots: particularly the super sweet, organic
baby carrots
• Crunchy raw veggies and dip (hummus,
tabouleh, vinaigrette or a favorite dressing)
• Celery and peanut butter or almond butter (use
non-hydrogenated peanut butter)
• Hummus with sprouted whole grain toast/
tortillas, baby carrots, flax or rice crackers
• Raw cashews or almonds – or make your own
trail mix!
Who doesn’t like something sweet? Here are
tasty choices:
• Fresh, whole fruit or frozen grapes or berries
• Organic plain yogurt and ripe fruit with stevia
or raw honey
• Apples and almond butter with a touch
of cinnamon
• Sprouted date bread with naturally-
sweetened jam
• Frozen yogurt or kefir: freeze your own!
• Dried fruit mix and raw cacao nibs
More sweet ideas:
• Use leftover brown rice to make sweet porridge:
drizzle maple syrup, sprinkle with cinnamon,
add almond milk and serve.
• Smoothies: mix whatever you have in the
kitchen, such as fruit, ice, almond/rice milk,
plain yogurt, carob or cacao powder, bee pollen,
greens mix, etc.
• Fruit “ice cream”: peel a banana, freeze, blend in
a food processor with nuts, berries or raisins and
serve. For a creamier consistency, put through
the screen of a juicer.
• Freshly-squeezed fruit juices: make your own and
try different combos.
• Sweet vegetables: yams, sweet potatoes, squashes
(acorn or butternut). Cut into chunks; sprinkle
with cinnamon and bake or add maple syrup to
a baked sweet potato.
For that satisfying salty taste without excess
sodium, snack on these:
• Olives or unpasteurized pickles
• Raw French feta or raw goat cheese
• Tabouleh, or tzaziki hummus (with chickpeas or
black beans)
• Steamed vegetables with tamari (wheat-free soy
sauce)
• Baked blue corn tortilla chips and salsa or guaca-
mole: try whole grain chips and freshly made salsa
• Roasted nuts
• Raw flax chips, raw corn chips, raw
kale chips
Smarteatingforbacktoschool

Like so many people, TriVita
employees have experienced
remarkable results with Nopalea.
This month, Jeani Stoeckel in
Affiliate Member Services shares
the story of her wellness challenges,
and how Nopalea has helped
her thrive.
W
hat would your life be like if every
breath produced sharp pain? If sleep
was shattered, driving a car was an
effort, and it even hurt to talk? That’s been the
burden that Jeani Stoeckel carried for years –
until she tried Nopalea.
As an Affiliate Member Consultant, Jeani
speaks with Affiliate Members daily about
TriVita and its products. Ever since Nopalea
was introduced, she’s been hearing testimonials
about the remarkable results Nopalea has
brought to so many. “I thought, ‘I should try
this for myself,’” she recalls. “I was desperate
to get back to a healthy life!”
A case of pneumonia 18 years ago triggered
episodes of lung inflammation that would
strike Jeani several times a year. “Every time
I started a new exercise regimen, about a week
later the inflammation would set in. It was
very, very painful. When it would flare up,
I could hardly do anything: walk, talk, bend
over, just any kind of movement.” She couldn’t
even get relief from sleep, because it hurt
to lie down.
“Even being on the phone for my job was
painful: You have to breathe to talk”
What’s more, the lung inflammation would
bring with it flu-like symptoms, which added to
her pain and discomfort. Achy all over, Jeani
could barely drive, and housework was out of
the question. She consulted a doctor, who told
her she had a breathing problem brought on by
exercise. “The only way to get the pain to go
away was to take high doses of over-the-counter
pain relievers. I couldn’t do laundry, wash
dishes, go on hikes or even walk around the
neighborhood. I was able to work, but even
being on the phone for my job was painful.”
The listening part of her job, hearing others
rave about their Nopalea results, spurred Jeani
to take action. “Every workday, I was hearing
so many people talk about the relief Nopalea
gave them from allergies, breathing problems
and other issues related to inflammation.
I was very hopeful that it could help me, too.
I started myself on 6 ounces of Nopalea daily,
and at the same time started exercising again.”
The results for Jeani? “I didn’t have a
single problem with lung inflammation!
It was amazing!”
When she stopped
taking Nopalea, her
symptoms returned
Shortly after she felt the
astonishing change in her
wellness with Nopalea, a family
situation caused her to stop taking
it. “My son has really bad breathing problems
and when his symptoms flared up recently, I
stopped taking my Nopalea and gave it to him.
He got tremendous relief from his symptoms…
but after about a week I noticed I was having
trouble taking a deep breath. Needless to
say, I got myself back on Nopalea, and
back on track.”
Now, when Jeani shares the great news about
Nopalea with others, she speaks from her own
dramatic experience. “I promote Nopalea all
the time, whether I’m talking with Affiliate
Members or friends and family. I urge people to
start off with the Loading
Phase: 3-6 ounces per day
for 30 days.”
Jeani admits to one regret
about her Nopalea well-
ness experience. “I just
wish I had started on it
sooner. I would have had
that much more time to
enjoy life without pain.”
Experiencing Wellness within TriVita
Nopalea™ is Jeani's breath of fresh air
Nowshecanwork,playandlivewithoutpain
Jeani Stoeckel
Affiliate Member Consultant
With TriVita since 2003

D
o you ever wonder how it is that a cut
or a bruise heals after a certain amount
of time? Think about it for a moment.
You get a paper cut on your finger and you
bleed. You wrap a bandage around the cut, and
within a few days, the cut is gone. Amazingly,
your body is able to heal itself. Sometimes it
takes extra help to heal, though, and that’s
where Nopalea comes in. If you’ve been
reading about (or experiencing for yourself)
the astonishing benefits of this breakthrough
wellness drink, journey right down to the
cellular level to find out more.
The human body’s miraculous power to heal
itself is due in part to a force called homeostasis,
which activates the immune system, hormones,
nerves and other important systems to start the
healing process. Homeostasis arranges the cells
in your body to maintain balance under even
severe conditions. It uses inflammation to rebuild
your cells after an injury, illness or even extreme
emotional stress. Once the healing process is
complete, homeostasis returns your body to a
state of vibrant and essential balance – without
the damaging effects of excess inflammation.
Sometimes, the body can’t
heal itself
There are times, however, when your
body cannot heal itself, because runaway
inflammation prevents homeostasis from
rebuilding your cells. Runaway inflammation
and free radicals (unstable molecules which
are also damaging to cells) are the result
of the body’s exposure to toxins, direct
trauma, nutrient deficiencies and stress. A
cell overwhelmed by inflammation may be
damaged beyond repair, causing the cell to
prematurely die. Damaged, dead cells must be
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removed from the body or they will become
the focus of infection and illness. So how can
we remove these dead cells, and protect our
healthy cells against excess inflammation?
Betalains to the “rescue”
There’s a group of special nutrients designed to
balance inflammation. If you’ve taken Nopalea,
you’ve probably heard of its main ingredient,
Betalains. These are a class of antioxidants that
help rescue cells by helping your body put out
the fire of free radicals. Toxins are then drained
away from the cell, and Betalains seep into the
cell, reinforcing and returning it to good health.
Betalains also help a special immune system
cell called a macrophage (meaning “big eater”)
to engulf any dead or diseased cells in the body
that cannot be repaired. The macrophages help
eliminate the dead cells from your body.
Daily servings of Nopalea will provide you with
the Betalains that help relieve inflammation
and rescue cells under attack by free radicals.
Further, Betalains act to clean up the dead cells
and help protect against them becoming a target
for illness or sickness. Betalains help you thrive
as they help your body control inflammation and
support the wonder of homeostasis.
The more we can protect our body from assault
and help detoxify and rebuild our cells, the
healthier we can live, and the more gracefully
we may age. We now know that the body’s
exposure to toxins, direct trauma, nutrient
deficiencies and stress can cause runaway
inflammation and free radical damage. The
Betalains in Nopalea can help protect your body
against toxicity and reduce inflammation that
can lead to grave illnesses. Read the amazing stories on pages 16-17 about
how Nopalea is changing lives.
What is the Nopalea Wellness Challenge?
TheNopaleaWellnessChallengewascreatedtoshowthepowerofNopalea
inhelpingthebodyreducechronicinflammationquickly.Completinga
NopaleaLoadingPhasecanhelpeasethe“fire”raginginourbodies.Put
yourselftotheChallengetoday!
• Drink3to6ouncesofchilledNopaleaeachdayfor30days.
• FillouttheNopaleaChallengeForm,whichwillbeincludedinyour
firstNopaleaorder,totrackyourprogressduringtheChallenge.
• ReadTheSecretKillerHealthAlert,alsoincludedinyourfirst
Nopaleaorder.
• Experienceincrediblewellness.Shareyourstorywithusby
emailingto:story@trivita.com.
Why a Nopalea Loading Phase?
WhentakingNopaleaforthefirsttime,drink3to6ounceseachday,for
30days.ThisLoadingPhaseissuggestedtohelpyourbodycontainand
controltheinflammationithasaccrued.Afterall,yourbody’sstateof
inflammationdidnothappenovernight.
Imaginethatexcessinflammationisspreadinglikeaforestfireinyour
body,andit’soutofcontrol.BycompletingaLoadingPhaseofNopalea,
youcanhelpeasethefireofinflammationmorequicklybyaccelerating
thecleansinganddetoxificationprocess,thereforehelpingtocontain
theinflammation.Formaintenance,drink1to3ounceseachday,but
again,thisdependsuponyourbody’sinflammation-fightingneeds.
Nopaleaisfoodbased,sotakingmorecanbebeneficialtoyou,as
youarefeedingyourbodythenutrientsitneedstohelpreduce
runawayinflammation.
Betalain antioxidants play a vital role in rebuilding vitality
HowNopalea™aidsinthehealingprocess

Cholesterol and Heart Attacks
“Good” cholesterol?
W
e use the relative values of
LDL (“bad”) cholesterol and
HDL (“good”) cholesterol
to determine where we stand in terms
of disease risk. Unfortunately, these
numbers are misleading in half of the
cases, leading to a false sense of alarm
or security.
Cholesterol serves as the raw material from
which your body makes many hormones.
Vitamin D is made from cholesterol and
many life-ending diseases are associated
with a deficiency of Vitamin D.
In truth, all cholesterol is good in the proper
balance – even LDL! Cholesterol-rich tissues
such as brain cells rely on the fats delivered
by LDL in order to function at their best. LDL
brings the cholesterol from the liver to the
place where it is needed; HDL carries unused
cholesterol back to the liver for storage, recycling
or excretion.
Why cholesterol levels rise
• Increased demand
The most common reason why cholesterol
levels rise is to supply an increased demand.
Once your needs have been met, your body
should reduce cholesterol production.
However, with unrelenting stress and
unyielding demands on our limited resources,
the message to stop producing cholesterol
may never get through.
• Stress
Stress is one common reason why cholesterol
levels rise.
• Low-fiber diet
Another reason cholesterol levels rise is that
we eat a low-fiber diet. Cholesterol is recycled
from the liver through the bile into the
intestines and back to the liver. In a diet with
minimum fiber levels the excess levels of
cholesterol will be absorbed and eliminated.
In low-fiber diets the cholesterol is reabsorbed
and recycled. The system becomes “closed”
and levels rise.
• Hypercholesterolemia
A third, less common reason for elevated
cholesterol levels is fatal familial hypercholes-
terolemia – a rare genetic condition that
causes cholesterol levels to rise uncontrollably.
Statin medications were designed to combat
this condition.
Determining your risk
As mentioned at the outset, cholesterol levels
alone do not serve us very well as determinants
of heart attack risk. Homocysteine (HCY) levels
are much more accurate in predicting who is at
risk, and C-Reactive protein (CRP) is the best
predictor for heart attack (as well as many other
really bad conditions!).
Learn more about these and other wellness topics by dialing in to the Wellness Talks
and signing up for Weekly Wellness Reports. Call 1-800-991-7116 today!
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I
f the idea of going back to school
appeals to you, some other ideas
may come up that aren’t so
appealing. Maybe you think you’re
“too old,” or don’t have the money, or
don’t have transportation to a campus.
In any of those cases, think fresh:
today there are options for students of
any age, senior discounts (sometimes
even free tuition), and online classes
you can attend in your pajamas.
Today, education is for everyone. The U.S.
Department of Education estimates that 90
million people take part in some form of adult
education each year, including training and
basic education offered outside traditional higher
education. To serve this immense market, most
colleges have structured programs and services
specifically for adult learners. Forty percent of
American college students, or almost six million
people, are 25 years of age or older.
Reading, writing and reduced (or no) fees
About 60% of accredited, degree-granting schools
offer tuition waivers for older adults, according to
a November 2008 survey by the American
Council on Education. Yet fewer than 50 students
at each school that runs such a program took
advantage of it around the time of the survey.
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill,
for example, had 21 seniors enrolled in its tuition
waiver program, and 30 participated at the
University of Virginia.
Why don’t more people take advantage of the
free tuition? The requirements can be an obstacle.
The waivers often depend on space availability
and sometimes require permission from the
instructor. And at some colleges, tuition waivers
are restricted to credit-bearing courses, while at
others only noncredit courses qualify. Some states
also have an income cap for eligible participants
and require proof of state residency,
documentation of retirement and a high
school diploma. Colleges that don’t offer
tuition waivers sometimes provide
tuition discounts to seniors.
It may or may not matter to you whether
the school you’re interested in is
accredited, which means that it’s been
evaluated against standard measurements
of quality by a recognized organization.
To find a searchable database of schools
that are accredited by recognized U.S.
organizations, visit the web site for the
Council for Higher Education at:
chea.org/search/default.asp.
Online courses: 24/7 learning
If you’re not able to attend classes in
person, or just prefer not to, online
courses are a practical option. Some
well-known universities such as Stanford
and Yale allow anyone to audit courses (you sit in
on the course without earning a grade) online,
free of charge. Other colleges waive online course
fees just for state residents above a certain age.
While there are often costs for books and lab fees,
the savings in tuition costs alone can be
enormous. And there’s an added plus for the shy:
you get to think about your comments and
questions in the privacy of your home instead
of risking looking silly in public.
So however you choose to keep on learning, let
today’s options make your choice an easier one,
whatever your age, income or personal situation.
At any age, school can be an option
Try a “just-for-fun” class
You don’t need to be a “serious” student to take up a
topic or activity you’ve always wanted to try. Whether
it’s a short course in pottery-making, a weekly session
of swing dancing or an introduction to conversational
French, you’ll probably find lots of options locally.
Check with your community college or groups like
the YMCA and community centers.
Community colleges are an especially good resource
for mature adults. According to the American
Council on Education, about half of college-going
adults age 50 and older attend community colleges,
primarily for fun, to connect with other people, and
to retrain for a new career. What’s more, 84% of
community colleges offer courses specifically for
students age 50+, according to a recent survey of 204
community colleges by the American Association of
Community Colleges (AACC).
Be kind to your mind: learn!

1-800-991-7116 August 2010 l 15
I
magine yourself waking up every day without worrying about getting
ready for work, commuting long hours or answering to a boss. This
dream has already become a reality to millions of people who have
their direct sales or home-based business.
Because of his success as an Affiliate Member, Mike Riedmiller recently
resigned his corporate position. “TriVita isn’t just a side business for me,” he
says. “I have a multi-million dollar business in my hands that I can build as
big as I choose.”
Why are so many people giving up the so-called security of the “9 to 5”
life and profiting from their own initiative? There are a number of reasons.
Many people are tired of dead-end jobs or feel that they’re not being fairly
compensated for their work. Others don’t want to have to answer to their
boss every day and some prefer to spend more time with their family. Add
in long commutes, the high cost of gas, diminishing job security and a
multitude of other reasons, and it’s no wonder that people are deciding to
become their own bosses.
Make sure to consider these important factors when searching for a
legitimate direct sales business opportunity. The company must:
• Have very good products or services to promote
• Be in good standing with business regulatory agencies
• Send paychecks out at least once per month on time
• Have been successfully in business for at least three years
• Offer great support, training and leadership
They’re thrilled to leave the corporate rat race and enjoy more freedom
Whysomanypeople
aregivingupthe
“9to5”life
TriVita Affiliate Members, Mike and Carisa Riedmiller and family.
Affiliate Members explain the advantages of their
direct sales businesses
“I lost a job that I had held for over 25 years in corporate America with a
commercial insurance company. I made a very good salary and I was
the bread winner for our family, so that was pretty devastating. Now that
I’m a TriVita Affiliate Member I'm really looking forward to a prosperous
future where I’m my own boss.”
– Denise W., Affiliate Member – Oldsmar, FL
“Although I enjoyed solid financial success as a business owner, I paid the
price. The downside was grueling work days, lots of financial uncertainty
and over five years without a vacation. Becoming a TriVita Affiliate
Member is one of the best business moves I’ve ever made. I can finally
enjoy life on my own terms.”
– Michael B., Affiliate Member – Birmingham, AL
“With my TriVita business I am my own boss. There’s no one hovering over
me, no unrealistic sales quotas and I have the flexibility to grow my busi-
ness at my own speed.” – Sara W., Affiliate Member – Hunnewell, MO
“TriVita has freed me from the ‘9 to 5’ grind. I was wary of companies that
overpromised and under-delivered. My husband and I are already enjoying
our second income, and we plan on becoming financially independent
within several years.” – Tula S., Affiliate Member – Revelstoke, BC
“Our TriVita business isn’t work – it’s fun. It’s the best business anyone
could be in, and it allows us to help people find health and wealth.”
– Cody Marty R., Affiliate Members – Prescott Valley, AZ
“I had worked in the corporate world for 18 years in a very high-stress job.
Now I enjoy a short commute from the bedroom to my office and I can
dictate my own schedule.”
– Bryan W., Affiliate Member – Colorado Springs, CO
If you’d like to find out about becoming a TriVita Affiliate, see page
30 or call 1-800-TRIVITA (874-8482). It’s easy and FREE.
There are no guarantees regarding income. Like any other business, success or failure depends
on participants’ own skills and effort.
success stories

The Nopalea Wellness Challenge
Look what Nopalea™ has done for
Remarkable stories (and wellness
benefits) worth sharing!
What is the Nopalea Wellness Challenge?
The Nopalea Wellness Challenge was created
to show the power of Nopalea in helping the
body reduce chronic inflammation quickly.
Completing a Nopalea Loading Phase can
help ease the “fire” raging in our bodies. Put
yourself to the Challenge today!
• Drink 3 to 6 ounces of chilled Nopalea
each day for 30 days.
• Fill out the Nopalea Challenge Form,
which will be included in your first
Nopalea order, to track your progress
during the Challenge.
• Read The Secret Killer Health Alert, also
included in your first Nopalea order.
• Experience incredible wellness. Call and
share your story with us by emailing to:
story@trivita.com.
Jessica B. – El Paso, TX Cody and Marty R. – Prescott, AZ
“Nopalea is like a miracle in a bottle.”
“Nopalea has given me my life back. At the age
of 15, I was diagnosed with inflammation of the
pancreas and a disorder which causes mucus
accumulation and breathing problems. It has
been a very difficult and long road with these
conditions, because they are not curable,
just treatable. I have been on a variety of
medications with serious side effects. They
robbed me of energy, caused me to look bad
and made me very sick.
Before Nopalea I was always tired and never able
to keep up with my own two-year-old son. That
also made me depressed. Now I feel great, look at
life in a different way and wish everybody could
feel the same way that I do! If you haven't tried
this wonderful, natural, ‘life-enhancer’ I recom-
mend Nopalea to everybody, because even if you
do not suffer from any pain it replenishes your
body and mind. Since being on Nopalea, my hair,
skin and nails are beautiful again which is
amazing because the pain medications robbed my
body of nutrients. My body feels 110% better and
to me Nopalea is like a miracle in a bottle.*”
Jessica B., Member – El Paso, TX
B
etter wellness, better health
and just plain better lives:
that’s the bottom line for
the people whose Nopalea stories
pour into TriVita every day. What
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“We are doing everything we can do today
to avoid major health problems tomorrow.”
“Nopalea isn’t just another fad product. It’s the
real deal and we are one hundred percent sold on
it. This product appeals to people of all ages and
if you are alive, you are going to see a significant
health benefit from Nopalea. We both take it
daily and know that it’s helping us neutralize
dangerous toxins and lower inflammation, which
can lead to a host of serious conditions. We’ve
seen firsthand how debilitating chronic pain can
be, and we are doing everything we can do today
to avoid major health problems tomorrow.”
We get a special pleasure from recommending
Nopalea to friends and family. For example, we
know a young lady who suffers from a serious skin
condition. Nothing seemed to work, but after she
tried Nopalea, her skin showed dramatic improve-
ment. Our next-door neighbor has chronically
stiff, swollen and painful joints, and after taking
Nopalea every day for a short period he was able
to flex his knuckles, something he couldn’t do for
a long time.
One of our relatives had a double hip replace-
ment. We sent him a case of Nopalea. After
one week, he told us that he didn’t have
nearly as much pain in his hip and could now
walk normally.”
Cody and Marty R., Affiliate Members –
Prescott, AZ

them – how about you too?
Ed M. – Goldendale, WA Frank H. – Houston, TX Linda Z. – Winkler, MB
“You have turned a skeptic into a
true believer.”
“I recently became a TriVita Member after
finding that I am just not comfortable without
its products. I have suffered for many years with
severe, constant shoulder pain. I have gone
through months of physical therapy and pain
medications, none of which helped the situation
much. Last summer my sister sent me a Nopalea
Gift of Health. I have to say I was a serious
non-believer, but at this point I was not sleeping,
and willing to take a shot at trying anything that
might help. I tried Nopalea and it seemed to be
helping, but I didn’t notice anything spectacular.
At the end of 30 days I felt okay and it seemed as
though I was starting to sleep a little easier. But
once the Nopalea ran out I just stopped taking it.
That’s when I realized what it had done for me.
After not being on it for two weeks, the pain
(that I hadn’t noticed was gone before) was back,
and I headed into the sleep deprivation spiral.
Needless to say I ordered another bottle.
Now I am on the autoship plan and spreading the
word to others about what Nopalea has done for
me. I still have times when I forget to take it
regularly; however, after just a few days I start to
feel my shoulder pain again and I get right back
on Nopalea. I would hate to think how I would
still feel had I not tried it. You have turned a
skeptic into a true believer.*”
Ed M., Affiliate Member – Goldendale, WA
“The people I have given Nopalea to are
overjoyed with the product, its taste and
effectiveness.”
“It took me 10 years and much wasted time with
other companies before I discovered TriVita. Its
products are in high demand and I’ve found the
company itself and its services very dependable.
When I received my first shipment of Nopalea I
realized the huge potential this product has with
anyone who suffers from pain and inflammation.
The presentation of this product is itself a master-
piece of marketing which serves to herald the
exquisite taste of the rich flavoured nopal nectar
within. I look forward to each delivery.
The people I have given Nopalea to are overjoyed
with the product, its taste and effectiveness. Like
me, they love Nopalea. The success of Sonoran
Bloom Nopalea is amazing. If you haven’t consid-
ered taking the Challenge, I urge you and your
friends to do so. Thank you TriVita!”
Frank H., Affiliate Member – Houston, TX
“I was elated to see that the numbers had
gone down substantially.”
“I was diagnosed with a condition that caused
inflammation of the liver. I was told then that my
blood work had been out of whack for five years.
That is when I decided to try Nopalea for this
inflammation problem, as well as painful arches.
I love to walk so I had to do something. After
taking Nopalea, the arches in my feet became less
painful, so that was good. Then I had to find out
about the liver. The enzyme numbers had gone
from 150 to 449 in one year. I decided to take the
Nopalea and see what my blood tests showed next
time around. After two months more lab work
was done and I was elated to see that the numbers
had gone down substantially. I know that I’m on
the right track.
I also had a severe coughing problem. I have
tried many things with little success, but
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The
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New findings in health and wellness
A purposeful life decreases the risk of Alzheimer’s
Chicago, Illinois
Having a purpose in life is associated with a decreased risk of developing Alzheimer’s Disease, mild cognitive
(mental) impairment, and a slower rate of cognitive decline, it was reported in Archives of General Psychiatry.
In the study, over 900 people in senior housing facilities and residences – who did not have dementia at the outset
of the study – were followed for 4-7 years. At the beginning of the study, they were given a survey to measure their
sense of purpose, and received annual clinical evaluations. Overall, 16.3% of participants developed Alzheimer’s.
Researchers found that greater purpose in life substantially reduced the risk of developing Alzheimer’s, in addition
to a reduced risk of mild cognitive impairment and a slower rate of cognitive decline.
Too much overtime can hurt your heart
London, England
Overtime work adversely affects coronary health, according to a recent study in the European Heart Journal.
Researchers followed 6,014 British civil servants for an average of 11 years and found that 3-4 hours of overtime
work per day was associated with a 60% higher risk of heart problems. The risk was independent of other heart
disease risk factors such as smoking and obesity.
Spending time with friends – not family – makes for a happier retirement
Stratford-upon-Avon, England
Spending time with friends contributes more to a happy retirement than spending time with family, it was
reported at the 2010 British Psychological Society Annual Conference.
Researchers from the University of Greenwich recruited 249 retirees through a retirement website and
online newsletter. Volunteers answered questions regarding marital status, children, friends and overall
satisfaction with life.
“Our most surprising finding was that retirees who had children and grandchildren were no more satisfied with
life than the retirees without them. Being active in social groups was strongly correlated with higher levels of
life satisfaction, however,” said study leader Dr. Oliver Robinson from the University of Greenwich’s School of
Health Social Care.
Higher levels of life satisfaction were also reported by retirees who were married or in long-term relationships,
and by those whose partners were also retired.
Yoga may help you watch what you eat
Seattle, Washington
Yoga increases mindful eating, which can lead to less weight gain over time, say researchers at the Fred
Hutchinson Cancer Research Center.
“In…[an]… earlier study, we found that middle-age people who practice yoga gained less weight over a 10-year
period than those who did not. This was independent of physical activity and dietary patterns. We hypothesized
that mindfulness – a skill learned either directly or indirectly through yoga – could affect eating behavior,” said
Alan Kristal, Dr.P.H., associate head of the Cancer Prevention Program at the Hutchinson Center.
To test their theory, researchers developed a Mindful Eating Questionnaire which measured when and how
people ate: when they were full, in response to environmental cues, as an emotional response, etc. More than
300 people from yoga studios, weight loss programs and similar venues answered the questionnaire; higher
scores on the questionnaire were associated with a lower BMI (body mass index).

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I should've thought of that! Inventions that have changed the world
Test your knowledge of
inventions and inven-
tors with the quiz
below. Maybe it will
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the next big thing!
1 Rene Theophile
Hyacinthe Laennec has
been called the father of thoracic medicine and
developed an early version of this medical device
that makes it easier to listen to a patient’s heart.
2 This invention for keeping papers together
received a patent in 1841; the paper clip was
patented 58 years later.
3 The British and Americans began
working on this technology near the end of
World War I and were able to use it effectively
in World War II:
a. Radar
b. Sonar
4 This system of reading and writing for
the blind was first published in book form in
1829, but wasn’t widely taught until almost
40 years later.
5 Greatly interested in making concentrated
food products, Gail Borden, Jr. received a patent
in 1853 for the process of evaporating milk by
vacuum. The resulting product was a commercial
success and is still available on grocery store
shelves today. What did he invent?
6 Originally called a “clasp locker,”
this device, patented in 1893, needed some
refinements before showing up on clothing,
footwear and carrying cases. (Hint: Its current
name comes from the sound it makes.)
7 Before the Model T ever hit the streets,
Mary Anderson patented a device for making
driving more convenient. She was awarded
a patent in 1905 for this handy invention:
a. Rearview mirror
b. Windshield wiper
c. Glove compartment
d. Headlight
8 This toy was launched in 1958, and over
25 million units sold within two months. What
is this toy, named after a Hawaiian dance and the
shape of the toy itself?
9 This French deep-sea explorer co-invented
the aqua-lung, which is now an integral part
of SCUBA gear. He wrote multiple books, had
a documentary television show and received
40 Emmy nominations and three Oscars for
his documentaries.
10 In 1900, Bayer was awarded a U.S. patent for
this medicine derived from willow trees. However,
after World War I, Bayer was stripped of the
patent rights as part of the Treaty of Versailles.
Today, millions of these popular pain-relief tablets
are sold each year.
Answers:
1.Stethoscope
2.Stapler
3.B
4.Braille
5.Condensedmilk
6.Zipper
7.B
8.Hulahoop
9.JacquesCousteau
10.Aspirin
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Article from Michael Ellison
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I turned around to go back to the basket only to see two baskets rather than just one. I struggled to get each of them out of the dirt and onto the sidewalk
where I could line them up, and then proceeded to parade them across the back of the building and in through the front door of the store. I wanted to
ditch them along the way, but God kept prompting me to take them all the way. I’ll have to admit I felt a little embarrassed as I was struggling to keep
them together and hoped no one was watching. However, once I completed the task, I felt confident that I had obeyed God in something so small and
what seemed trivial.
I’m not saying this to brag as there are probably more times than not that I let external forces prevent me from making the right choices to reflect my
internal values. The good news is that God still talks to me, and for that I’m grateful not to be a lost cause!
the point of obesity. If they believe they should lose weight and make
some effort but the weight returns, they will find an adjustment to
their belief. They work too hard and too long and don’t have the
time to exercise. Then, the added weight becomes acceptable. Now
I know I have entered the land where even angels fear to tread! But
please know, I ask myself these same questions as a wellness seeker.
What thoughts and beliefs do I embrace that hold me back from
living with optimal wellness?
If we desire to live with optimal wellness to live out our life purposes,
we must challenge our beliefs and our behaviors, and bring them
into alignment with wellness principles. We must seek out more
than a treatment for our ailments; we must embrace the idea and
concept of optimal wellness rather than just disease treatment and
prevention. By adjusting our beliefs about the possibilities for living
with optimal wellness we will find our behaviors aligning towards
those beliefs, and the practice of the 10 Essentials for Health and
Wellness to be our daily inspirational guide.
I love the VitaJournal as it offers opportunities for us to explore
new ideas to enhance the wellness seekers’ experience, as well as
inspirational tips for daily healthy living. In this August issue we
explore homocysteine. I urge you to read the article on pages 4-5
and be aware of homocysteine as another important marker that
indicates certain health risks. Additional markers such as your
C-reactive protein, blood sugar, blood pressure, cholesterol and
others can also help determine your state of health. At your next
check-up, talk to your healthcare provider about getting these
important markers tested.
May you pursue health and wellness with passion and purpose!
Michael Ellison, CEO Founder
P.S. Check out my blog at blog.sonoranbloom.com as I feature
amazing stories of Affiliates who are sharing the wellness benefits
of Nopalea with others.

Life is a daring adventure…
or nothing. – Helen Keller
Judy Ellison, Ph.D., is a psychologist, author and
motivational speaker. She has inspired people around
the world to reach within and find their passionate
purpose to live a more meaningful life.
N
ot long ago
one of my
best friends
and confidante
went on a vacation
to Italy for 10 days.
Mo and I confide
in each other about everything
in our lives. After she returned
home, we went out for dinner
and sat for hours pouring out
our souls. I can’t imagine my
life without her in it.
It was that night that I realized I
am a wealthy woman. Not in
money, possessions or property, but
I am rich in friends. Over the years,
I’ve collected friends for many
different reasons – for advice, for
companionship, for stimulating
conversation, for fun, for laughter,
for understanding, for arguing, for
balance and for feedback.
However, there is a caveat – to have best friends
requires a significant investment of time, effort,
care, unconditional love and acceptance. In
economic terms that is why true friendship is
a rare commodity. Very few people are willing
to make that kind of an investment.
Although most people can make you a “list”
of their friends, when it comes right down to it,
most of us will admit that we have only one or
two best friends.
Friends key to a longer, healthier life
Maybe you need proof that friends are worth the
investment of your time and energy. Fortunately,
there have been numerous research studies
conducted on the subject that prove friends are
a necessity and not a luxury.
The New York Times published an article last year
that asked the question “What are friends for?”
The answer may surprise you. Many of us are very
concerned about our health and well-being. We
look to allopathic (traditional) and naturopathic
doctors, self-help books and supplements to help
us have a better quality of life. But did you know
that your most powerful ally for fighting illness
and depression, slowing the aging process and
prolonging life may be your friends?
The following studies listed in the article proved
the value of having close friends. In 2006, a study
conducted with 3,000 nurses who had breast
cancer found that the women without close
friends were four times as likely to die from the
disease as women with 10 or more friends. In a
six-year study of 736 middle-aged Swedish men,
attachment to a single person didn’t seem to
affect the risk of heart attack or fatal coronary
heart disease, but having friendships did. And
a 10-year-old Australian study found that older
people with a large circle of friends were 22% less
likely to die during the study period than those
with fewer friends. It appears equally important
for men as well as women to have best friends.
The value of friendship
If you are fortunate to have people in your life
that you consider to be your best friends, take
time to let them know how valuable their
friendship is to you. Call, write, email or text
and let them know how much you appreciate
them. Never overlook the value we gain from
our friendships. Your friends may add years
onto your life.
Judy Ellison, Ph.D.
by Dr. Judy
Best friends:
good for your health,
good for your life
Many people will walk in and out
of your life, but only true friends
will leave footprints in your heart.
- Anonymous

your body, His Temple – 1 Cor. 6:19-20
By Chaplain Gene Henderson
The blissful balance of
“Optimal Spirituality”
Gene Henderson
I was inspired, as so many
were, by Michael Ellison’s
thoughts on “Optimal
Wellness” in last month’s
VitaJournal. TriVita’s CEO
wrote about taking well-
being to a whole new level,
where we disregard the idea
of wellness as a destination.
Instead, he wrote, Optimal
Wellness means elevating the state we’re in, so
that our ongoing state of being embraces the best
we can be physically, emotionally and spiritually.
This started me thinking about “Optimal
Spirituality.” What might this be, and how could
we enter this state of being? Acknowledging that
it might be different things for different people,
I’d like to explore this idea in some detail.
The “sweet spot” of God’s grace
Think of the three aspects of life as circles. Label
them “Body,” “Mind (emotion)” and “Spirit.”
Now let them overlap each other, so that in
the center, they share a space. That space is
strong, anchoring the three aspects. The more
we operate in that “sweet spot,” the more we’re
fully balanced, and the more we live in a state of
grace. In this spot, we’re operating optimally
as God’s temple.
To understand how we might dwell in that sweet
spot, we need to look first at all three aspects
of life separately.
The body: God gives us all the things we need
for our physical health: vegetables, fruits, meats,
grains, water and nutrients to fuel the body and
help it do its amazing work. When we get enough
sleep and exercise, we improve our body (temple),
therefore honoring God.
The mind: This includes our emotions, our
intellect and our process of thinking. A key
aspect here is self-talk – the messages we give
ourselves day in and day out. Are we uttering
to ourselves God-thoughts of a blessed future
and full life, or talking ourselves down in defeat
and victimhood? Self-talk can be a powerful
force: are you sending yourself positive or
negative messages?
The spirit: This is “the God factor” in our being.
To honor the God factor in ourselves, we need to
be in the Word, and to read the Word, on a
regular basis. Most importantly, we need to
believe. When the intellect says, “No way,
you’ve never done that before,” a person strong
in the Word will believe that the plans God
has for him are all good – even if circumstances
say the opposite.
When we balance these aspects, we can live in
and through that wonderful sweet spot.
Internal values, external forces
Another point that Michael made in his explora-
tion of Optimal Wellness also applies to Optimal
Spirituality: the idea of being internally- and
externally-driven. “Optimal Wellness… does not
depend on external conditions or feelings in the
way you live your life…” he wrote. In many ways,
the same notion applies to Optimal Spirituality.
In my work as a chaplain, I counsel people
struggling with addiction who wrestle with this
internal/external question. I tell them that if
you’re externally-driven, when someone offers
you a drug or a drink, you may crave their
approval so much that you deny your own
well-being, and accept. You’re putting yourself at
the mercy of circumstance. On the other hand,
if you’re internally-driven, you walk away.
What will you choose, when it’s time to take a
brisk walk but a good TV show is on? When you
could pack yourself a healthy lunch but instead
grab some drive-through fast food? When you
dislike tasteless jokes, but everyone else is
laughing? It’s all our choice, every day.
Just as with Optimal Wellness, Optimal
Spirituality is not a destination, but a journey.
It is a state of being connected to God and
His purpose for your life. May your journey
be blessed.
August 2010 l 23
“Do you not know that your body
is a temple… received from God?
You are not your own; you were
bought at a price. Therefore
honor God with your body.”
– 1 Corinthians 6:19-20
Dwelling where body, mind and spirit converge
Just as with Optimal Wellness, Optimal Spirituality
is not a destination, but a journey.

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M
axwell (Max) R. is an
11-year-old boy from
Prospect Heights, IL who
at a young age has aimed very high
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a golf prodigy and recently placed
first in an Illinois Junior Golf
Association Tournament. Last spring,
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talent at the Tournament Players Club
in Scottsdale, following the Phoenix
Open. “With his passion for the sport
we foresee him going pro,” says his
mother, Anne.
Max just loves golfing; however, he often pays
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and pains. Last winter he fell hard while
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Nopalea helps the entire family
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In fact, everyone in the family is sold on
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“Within 10 minutes of
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severe headache pain
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Max’s father, Craig, had a
scary incident on the golf
course when his leg was
hanging off the golf cart.
After he pushed the gas
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“It sure is nice to know that both Max and my
husband are out there, feeling good because
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Just the start of their product success
The family’s success with Nopalea isn’t a
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When Anne’s mother was told by her doctor
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tional supply. Bottom line: both eyes improved
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Ann also realizes that good health depends on
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nutrition-minded parent who serves lots of
fruits and vegetables and makes sure that the
family’s diet includes the best from every food
group. “Nutrition is so important,” she says.
“Eating healthy foods is essential for the mind,
body and spirit.”
However, Nopalea will always be the
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“This stuff really works and
I don’t have any pain at all.”
“Ibecameveryloyaltothisexcellentproduct,
andthekidsloveit,too.Fromthatpointon,Ifelt
verycomfortabletryingotherTriVitaproducts.
– Anne
Member Spotlight
Have you taken the Nopalea Wellness Challenge?
See page 11.
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Max and his sisters, Symantha and Adrienne.

1 Get started
Your retirement plan is just a starting point. It should be
realistic, but doesn’t need to be perfect. Don’t worry about
when or where you’ll retire or how much you will spend.
As you get closer to retirement you can continue to refine
the plan.
2 Use a retirement calculator
You’ll want to measure your progress toward retirement by
using a Retirement Assessment tool. These are readily
available online through a variety of private investment
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Canadian government offer retirement calculators at
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3 Save more
Most people need to increase their savings rate to reach their
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Track your expenses and look for areas where you can cut
back and save more for retirement. Consider increasing
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4 Make full use of tax-advantaged accounts
One way to increase retirement savings is to maximize
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With traditional IRAs and 401(k) plans, you pay no taxes on
contributions – and they grow tax free while they stay in
your account. Also, if you have a 401(k) plan through your
employer and they offer a company match, contribute at
least enough to get the full match.
5 Allocate your assets
Choose the right combination of stocks, bonds and cash that
matches your tolerance for risk and your need to develop a
retirement nest egg. Stocks offer greater potential return
– and exposure to risk. Bonds and cash can help balance
some of the volatility of stocks.
6 Review your plan each year
Review your retirement plan at least once a year and
following any major life event, including marriage, divorce
or death of a spouse.
7 Consolidate your retirement accounts
If you have similar retirement accounts, then it’s a good idea
to consolidate them to get a better idea of your total
retirement savings. A rollover IRA will let you combine
similar assets into a single account that will be easier to
review and manage. If you roll over account balances directly
from your old 401(k) to your new rollover IRA, you may
avoid early withdrawal penalties and protect the tax-
advantaged status of your savings.
8 Act now and don’t wait
Many times, people take the right steps to create a sound
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“perfect” time to start planning, then you could end up
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9 Don’t count on inheritance
A recent report by the American Association of Retired
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