Healthy Living

06/16/2022

HOW TO HAVE A HEALTHY HEART: SHOW YOUR HEART SOME LOVE WITH THESE HEART HEALTH TIPS
What are 5 things you can do to improve your heart health?
Whether or not you have a special someone to share your heart with, it’s the perfect time to think about giving your ticker a little extra love with these heart health tips!
When it comes to heart health, age doesn’t matter
While you might think you’re too young to have to worry about keeping your cardiovascular system healthy, research shows it is never too early to protect your heart.
The health problems that can lead to heart disease—high blood pressure and high cholesterol—are being seen in young adults more frequently, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
The good news is that lifestyle choices, including your diet, can put you on the path to protecting your heart. Here are some simple tips.
Heart health tip #1: Move your body more
At least 150 minutes a week of moderate-intensity physical exercise is recommended to keep your heart healthy. But you don’t have to take up long-distance running to make a difference. Simply going for a daily walk at a brisk pace will help protect your heart, too.
And it’s OK to start small. Instead of plopping on the couch for that afternoon break, take a stroll around the block. Chances are more than just your heart will benefit from the fresh air, vitamin D and exposure to the great outdoors.
Heart health tip #2: Don’t smoke
It’s shocking we still have to say this, but here we are: You shouldn’t smoke. Smoking damages blood vessels, which can lead to heart disease.
More than 40 million adults in the U.S. and Canada are cigarette smokers, according to government statistics, which also show thousands of teens start lighting up each day. Do your heart a favor and try not to be one of them.
Heart health tip #3: Eat your fruits and vegetables
The World Health Organization recommends adults consume five to nine servings of fruits and vegetables each day. Research shows most adults fall far short of this goal.
A good rule of thumb is to ensure half your plate is filled with them at each meal. Fruits and vegetables are a rich source of plant nutrients and antioxidants. Those help your body fight excess free radicals, which are cell-damaging substances generated in our bodies and caused by many of life’s everyday activities.
Heart health tip #4: Seek out omega-3s
Omega-3s are important for supporting healthy blood flow and helping support already-normal blood pressure. They occur naturally in fatty fish like salmon and sardines, and in many seeds and nuts.
Heart health tip #5: Make smart substitutions
Eating foods with a lot of sugar, salt and saturated fat can increase your risk for heart disease. Reduce the amount of those in your diet with simple substitutions.
A tablespoon of fresh-chopped herbs or a few pinches of spice can add great flavor and eliminate the need for heavy sauces, dressings or gravies. Garlic is packed with flavor and has the added benefit of supporting your cardiovascular system!
Heart health bonus tip: Support your efforts with supplements
It’s one thing to know what to eat to support your heart, but it’s another to fit those diet changes into your busy lifestyle. A quick and easy way to jumpstart your heart health efforts is by adding a supplement to your daily routine. There are several Nutrilite™ products formulated to support heart function†. To learn more about them, talk to us or click on the links below. https://www.amway.com/myshop/srivenkat

06/04/2022

PREPARING FOR SUMMER CELEBRATIONS

Party prep

Do you have something to celebrate? Whether it’s a graduation, wedding shower, milestone birthday or simply celebrating the long days of summer, here are some tips and reminders to ensure your summer celebration is the best it can be.

Prepare your outdoor space

People are itching to get outside and enjoy the warmer months, so clear off that deck or sweep off that patio and create the ideal environment for your outdoor gathering.

That includes cleaning your outdoor furniture or other surfaces that guests may use or see. It doesn’t have to be a chore, though. The Amway Home Care team has a special recipe that they have found to be particularly effective for outdoor cleaning.

All you need is a cap and a half (30ml) of Amway Home™ L.O.C.™ Multi-Purpose Cleaner, one scoop (30 ml) of Amway Home All Fabric Bleach and 5 liters of hot water.

“The multi-purpose cleaner has surfactants, a substance that affects the surface tension between substances,” said Doug Feenstra, Amway manager of home and personal care products. “The surfactants help the bleach pe*****te stains more quickly and thoroughly, so scrubbing your deck, outdoor furniture and vinyl siding is a much less arduous task.”

If you don’t have the outdoor space, consider hosting with a friend who does. Or check out your local parks for inexpensive pavilions or other spaces that can be reserved. Hosting at an offsite location makes cleaning up before and after a breeze!

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Create a safe environment

In addition to tackling the mold and mildew outside and the standard cleaning inside, make sure to disinfect and deodorize where appropriate, such as high traffic indoor areas.

Pursue™ Disinfectant Cleaner kills 99.9% of common household viruses, bacteria and fungi, including the coronavirus that causes COVID-19.* Grab a cloth and start wiping down everything your guests might come in contact with, including door handles, faucets, cupboards, chairs and tabletops. You can also leave a fresh scent with Pursue Disinfectant Deodorizer Spray, which also is proven to kill the coronavirus that causes COVID-19*.

Placing hand sanitizer and easy cleaning wipes at strategic locations like near the food and beverage is also a good idea. Away from the food and beverage, keep a supply of sunscreen and bug spray to help keep your guests comfortable.

Plan your menu

Grilled items are a favorite for summer celebrations, and it doesn’t’ have to be limited to meat, fish or store-bought veggie burgers. Plenty of people enjoy grilled vegetables, including cauliflower steaks, portobello mushrooms, corn on the cob, cabbage steaks, eggplant and more.

Fresh fruit is extra delicious on a hot summer day and it provides a splash of color to your food table. If you don’t have time to slice and dice, choose ones that are ready to eat, like cherries, grapes and all the different kinds of berries.

If you do have time, fresh sliced watermelon is a perennial favorite at summer soirees. Or you can throw together a simple fruit salad that can be served in its own juices or with a light dressing of your favorite yogurt.

Sometimes fresh vegetables can be almost as sweet as fruit. Put together a tray of cherry tomatoes, sugar snap peas, sliced bell peppers and other favorites along with nutrient-filled dip like hummus and you’re good to go.

It’s also important to any consider dietary needs, such allergies or other food restrictions. They don’t have to stop you from making your favorite dish. Many times there are easy substitutes that won’t affect the quality of the recipe. Regardless, it’s a good idea to provide signs of ingredient lists so that guests don’t have any surprises.

Don’t forget the drinks

When stocking your cooler or drink station, make sure you have a wide variety so all your guests will find something they like.

To up the fancy factor, set up a large glass drink dispenser featuring ice water infused with cucumbers or various fruits. Not only is it a refreshing beverage to offer your guests, it acts as its own decoration.

Creative drinks are always a hit, too, even if it’s an old favorite with a clever name to commemorate your occasion. Do your research and make sure to have the fixings for a few featured drinks that you can offer to add to the party’s theme.

Need some ideas? Check out these mocktail recipes that use XS™ Energy Drinks or XS CocoWater. And make sure to stock extra for folks who might not want the fancy mocktail but will still enjoy the refreshing benefits of XS drinks.

Set the soundtrack

It’s not a celebration without tunes! You want to set a festive tone without overpowering all conversation. And of course, consider your guests when selecting your songs. Your favorite sing-alongs might not be suitable for everyone.

Don’t trust your own musical taste? Have a trusted friend create a playlist for you. Or select one already curated from your favorite streaming service, such as the n* by Nutrilite™ Sunny Playlist, featuring songs selected to fill the air with happiness.

A pleasant environment filled with good food, fun beverages, happy tunes and great friends sounds like the recipe for a perfect summer celebration. Enjoy! And to learn more about any of the products mentioned here, and avail great offers contact us.

05/22/2022

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10/31/2021

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Three strategies to have a healthy Halloween and keep yourself from overindulging on the candy bowls filled with holiday goodies.

10/13/2021

What is a fad diet? Not good for your health !
There’s no shortage of people willing to give fads like a juice cleanse or the lemon detox diet a try. But nutritionists say there’s a reason that fad rhymes with “bad” when it comes to how these types of diets can affect your body.

The thing many fad diets have in common is how restrictive they are. Some suggest cutting out almost all carbs. Others recommend banishing all fats, even the healthy ones. Still other fads tell people they should focus on eating just one group of foods.

Experts say this unbalanced approach to eating can leave your body nutritionally deprived. A good diet contains a broad mix of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, protein and healthy fats.

According to research, a majority of people who successfully lose 10 percent of their body weight will eventually gain it all back plus more.

Fad diets miss the mark on movement!!
While following the diet may result in weight loss, weight loss does not equal a healthy lifestyle. Experts recommend about 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise or 75 minutes of high-intensity exercise every week.

That can be as simple as adding a few walks around the office to your workday routine, choosing stairs over the elevator, or parking farther away in a parking lot.

Choose to eat healthy instead!!!
The key to a successful weight loss is to find a plan that works over the long term and fits your individual lifestyle and needs. Weight loss solutions are not one size fits all. To achieve and sustain your weight loss goals, it is important to use strategies that best fit into your everyday lifestyle.

This might involve eating less, making better food choices, or a little bit of both. Using tools to track your steps and log what you eat can make you more aware of the choices you are making, empowering you to identify what works and what doesn’t work in your journey to a healthier you.

10/03/2021

Most experts disagree about whether a daily multivitamin is necessary for all children. While some believe most children don’t need supplements because so many foods are fortified, others know all too well the perils of trying to get your little one to “eat healthy.”

The fact is that children who are picky eaters, susceptible to food sensitivities, or vegetarians may need a supplement just to meet the required daily amount of certain vitamins and minerals.

Fortunately, most experts do agree that taking a daily supplement won’t hurt as long as it doesn’t exceed the Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDA) for any one vitamin or mineral. They also agree that supplements should never be a substitute for whole foods, but simply compensate for any gaps in your child’s diet.

If you choose to give your child a multivitamin, it’s important to know the ins and outs of each.

A butterfly on a white plate made out of the key traceable ingredients in the Nutrilite Kids Multivitamin Gummy: chia, chia seeds, blueberry, marigold, sea buckthorn and spinach

Check out the ingredients in your multivitamins
Make sure they are free of any artificial flavors or colors, aspartame and lactose. Surprisingly, many children’s multivitamins are full of GMOs that can be linked to harmful side effects. Nutrilite™ Kids supplements in the U.S., for example, are all non-GMO, lactose-free, gluten-free, hala, use soy-free protein and don’t contain any artificial preservatives, flavors or colors.

Nutrilite is the only global vitamin and supplement brand to grow, harvest, and process plant ingredients on its own certified organic farms.* And Nutrilite partner farms are required to meet the same, strict traceability and safety requirements as our own farms.

As a result, Nutrilite Kids Multivitamin Gummies contain plant nutrients like chia, blueberry, spinach, sea buckthorn and lutein that can be traced back to plants grown on Nutrilite and partner farms. Every ingredient has been tracked from seed to supplement so you know that what you’re giving your kids is safe, clean and wholesome.

Kids still have to brush their teeth
Many chewable multivitamins contain a form of sugar or sweetener to improve the flavor. Whether it’s glucose, xylitol or stevia, good dental hygiene is extra important with gummy vitamins or other sticky substances.

It’s important to have children drink water and brush their teeth after they take a gummy vitamin. This, combined with regular brushing and flossing, will go a long way toward keeping their teeth in good shape.

Young Asian boy looks up as he balances a container of Nutrilite Kids Multivitamin gummies on top of his head.

Pay special attention to calcium, zinc and vitamins A, C and E
These are common nutrients that kids frequently don’t get enough of.

Calcium
Calcium is needed to form growing bones. Proper calcium intake beginning in childhood on can help maintain normal bone mass later in life.

Zinc
Zinc is an essential nutrient for proper growth and development and also plays a role in supporting the immune system.

Vitamin A
Globally, it’s estimated that 30% of children under age 5 are deficient in vitamin A. This key nutrient supports vision health and aids in the formation and maintenance of healthy skin.

Vitamin C
Helps keep body tissues, such as gums and muscles, healthy. Vitamin C also helps the body absorb iron – important for kids – and protects cells from free radical damage. It’s also a key nutrient for supporting the immune system.

Vitamin E
MULTIVITAMINS FOR CHILDREN: HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT ONES

This antioxidant powerhouse fights off free radicals. Vitamin E is commonly found in nuts, seeds and other leafy-green vegetables, which are not always easy to get kids to eat.

Simplify your search
Check out Nutrilite products for kids, including the Nutrilite Kids Multivitamin Gummy, which provides 12 essential vitamins and minerals in fruit punch and berry flavors with plant nutrients from five colorful food groups, Nutrilite Kids Brainiums DHA™ Jelly Splat, a sugar-free supplement that has Omega 3s to support brain health†, and Nutrilite Kids Complete Immunity Fast-Melt Powder with vitamin C, probiotics, zinc and vitamin D for immunity support. Learn more at the links below.

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05/02/2021

5 MOCKTAIL RECIPES TO HELP YOU GET AWAY WITHOUT LEAVING YOUR HOME

Sometimes the perfect food or drink experience can be an instant escape—transporting you back in time to a favorite memory or sparking new dreams of tropical travels.

If vacations or extended holidays are not in your near future, create your own personal get-away with mocktail recipes using your favorite XS products.

Whether you send them with friends ahead of time to share together over an online happy hour or host a safe, in-person gathering, they are sure to help everyone enjoy a virtual escape to a tropical island.

These recipes are tried and true, but they can also act as inspiration for your inner mixologist. Consider substituting different varieties of XS™ Energy Drinks or adding some XS™ Sparkling+ Waters for a new flavor and some bubbles.

The combinations are limited only by your imagination. Just don’t forget to pop in a tiny umbrella for the final touch. Cheers!

Tamarindo Twist drink recipe
This is the drink that will definitely spice things up. If you haven’t added Tajin Clasico seasoning to your list of pantry staples, you are missing out. Put it to your shopping list so you can create this tasty concoction.

Ingredients
Lime juice
Tajin Clasico seasoning
Large ice cube
XS™ Energy Drink, Tamarindo flavor, cold
Juice of half a lime, about 1 Tbsp.
Lime slice for garnish
Directions
In a shallow bowl, add enough lime juice to fill it ¼-inch deep. In another shallow bowl, add enough Tajin Clasico to fill it ¼-inch deep.

Take a small rocks glass and dip it first into the lime juice, then into the seasoning. Add the large ice cube to the glass and gently pour in the XS energy drink. Add the lime juice, garnish with lime slice and enjoy!

Sparkling Pear Tamarindo drink recipe
Here’s another opportunity to use your new favorite XS™ Energy Drink flavor. Tamarindo, pear and cardamom team up for an amazing flavor combination.

Ingredients
1 cup pear juice ​
1 T brown or raw sugar​
1/8 tsp cardamom ​
Pinch sea salt ​
1 can XS™ Tamarindo Energy Drink​
12 oz sparkling water ​
Ice​
Directions
In a saucepan, simmer down the pear juice, sugar and spices until it becomes syrupy, stirring continuously. Cool to room temp. In a quart jar, add pear syrup and ice, then slowly pour 1 can of XS Tamarindo and fill remainder of jar with sparkling water. Stir and serve, garnished with pear slice. ​

Ocean Water drink recipe
This mocktail takes XS™ Energy Drink-tropical flavor to a whole new level with pineapple juice and coconut extract. You may even feel the sensation of the ocean breeze in your hair!

Ingredients
Crushed ice or ice cubes
Pineapple juice (fresh is best)
XS™ Energy Drink tropical flavor
3 drops coconut extract
2 drops blue food coloring
Lemon slice, cherry or pineapple chunk for garnish
Directions
Add ice to a festive glass and fill it a quarter of the way with pineapple juice. Top it off with XS Tropical and add the coconut extract and food coloring. Stir gently, add your garnish and enjoy!

Dragon Fruit Mojito recipe
Now is the time to experiment with things you may not have ever tried before. So next time you make an essential run to the grocery store, pick up some dragon fruit and make this refreshing tropical mocktail.

Not only does it taste fabulous and offer some enjoyment during unsettling times, it includes XS™ Muscle Multiplier†* Essential Amino Acid Supplement.

This drink calls for muddling—or smashing together herbs and fruits until the herbs release their flavors and the mixture is combined well. If you don’t have a muddler, don’t worry. You can use a wooden spoon or other similar blunt kitchen tool.

Ingredients
Mint leaves
Juice from one lime, about 2 Tbsp.
½ cup dragon fruit puree
1 Tbsp. agave syrup
1 large scoop XS Muscle Multiplier Essential Amino Acid Supplement, Dragon Fruit flavor
½ cup sparkling water
Small glass regular water
Crushed ice or ice cubes
Directions
Put four mint lives, lime juice and dragon fruit puree in a small bowl or tall glass and muddle it up. Add the agave syrup.

Stir the XS Muscle Multiplier into the small glass of water and mix well. Add it to the herb mixture. Top it off with the sparkling water.

Pour the concoction into a large glass of ice. Garnish with a slice of dragon fruit and a sprig of mint and enjoy!

Fruit Punch Colada recipe for two
This recipe uses the fruit punch flavor of XS™ Sports Twist Tubes, so it will give you a wonderful dose of hydration plus an awesome flavor. Picture yourself on a beach when you take a sip, and all will be right with the world—at least for a little while.

Ingredients
16 oz cold water
1 XS Sports Twist Tube in fruit punch flavor
8 oz lemonade
3 oz pina colada mix
Pineapple wedge
Crushed ice or ice cubes
Directions
Put ice into two festive glasses and set aside.

Combine XS and water in a cocktail shaker and stir. Add lemonade and pina colada mix. Put the lid on a shake vigorously for 5 seconds.

Pour the mocktail into each glass, garnish with pineapple and enjoy!

Now you have four new drink recipes to help you through these draining days. Give them a try and tell us what you think. And to learn more about the variety of XS products available in your market message us

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04/05/2021

SAFE TRAVELS: 6 WAYS TO STAY WELL WHILE TRAVELING

Many of us may be daydreaming about travel as the weather warms and a new normal appears to be on the horizon.

Vacations have always been a time when smart habits tend to get thrown to the wayside, whether it’s the food you eat, the amount of sleep you get, or other common sense behaviors. But let’s face it: Nothing hampers your enjoyment more than not feeling ready to take on your day.

Preparation is key. If you’re already in the habit of eating right and getting enough exercise, maintaining that lifestyle on vacation (even if it’s a little more relaxed) will be that much easier.

Along with getting yourself into a regular routine of exercise and a good diet, follow these tips to be your best and support your overall health while you take in some much needed R&R.

Set the standard with supplements before you go
Living a healthy lifestyle year-round is the best way support a healthy immune system when you’re away from home. Make time each week to move your body, eat your greens, get plenty of sleep and take your vitamins.

Vitamin D is a good one to include because it supports heart health and your immune system†. And travel can sometimes affect your digestion, so consider a probiotic supplement to help it out.

PRO TIP: Many supplement combinations come in pre-sorted packets of daily doses, making them super convenient for travel, such as Nutrilite™ Men’s Pack, Nutrilite™ Women’s Pack and Nutrilite™ Immunity Pack.

Follow safety guidelines
Prior to traveling, make sure to double check your destination’s local safety guidelines so you’re prepared to follow the rules.

Be ready to wear a mask, wash your hands, avoid touching your face and maintain social distancing whenever possible. Pack extra hand sanitizer, too, in case there’s no place to wash your hands.

Drink plenty of water
Staying hydrated has a whole host of health benefits — plus it just makes you feel great. So make sure to sip water around the clock to stay hydrated.

Water might seem a little boring compared to that extra large drink with an umbrella you have your eye on but staying hydrated will help you feel and function fabulously while you’re on vacation. Go ahead and get that umbrella — but make sure to get a glass of water with it.

You can even make hydrating festive and extra beneficial by choosing XS™ Sparkling+ Water, a functional, bubbly water that includes varieties focused on hydration and recovery. It’s low-carb and has no sugar, caffeine or calories. Plus, they can be used to make your own umbrella drinks!

PRO TIP: If your travels take you on a lot of active, heart-pumping adventures, pack some add-ins like XS™ CocoWater Hydration Drink Mixes to give your water bottle an extra kick of electrolytes to replenish any you’ve lost during the day’s activities.

Keep your body moving
Some of us prefer a little rest and relaxation when it comes to traveling — and there’s nothing wrong with that! But if you want to come home from your vacation feeling great instead of tired and sluggish, a little movement is needed.

There’s no need to hit the hotel gym at 4 a.m. (but way to go if you do!). A brisk but casual stroll still counts as exercise and lets you explore your destination at the same time.

Walk through the city plaza, explore the beach, go for a hike, rent some bikes — there are tons of ways to relax while still giving your body the exercise it craves.

Plan for a good night’s sleep
Getting enough sleep is vitally important to your health. But getting enough sleep is easier said than done while traveling, especially if you’re hopping time zones.

As tempting as it sounds to grab a nap as soon as you arrive, resist the urge to close the blackout curtains and succumb. Instead, stick to the local schedule to help your body acclimate quicker.

And that exercise we mentioned earlier? It can actually help your brain adjust to the time change easier, especially if you get your blood pumping first thing in the morning to tell your body it’s time to wake up.

PRO TIP: Consider a melatonin supplement like n* by Nutrilite™ Sweet Dreams – Sleep Gummies about a half hour before bed. Melatonin is found naturally in the body and promotes good sleep†. You want to be well rested for the next day’s excursions.

Enjoy the sun — safely
Soaking up some sunshine is on a lot of travel to-do lists. But there is such a thing as too much sun. Over exposure, sunburn, peeling skin – ouch! Those probably aren’t the mementos you were hoping to bring back from your vacation.

Make sure to pack sun protection in the form of a hat, sunglasses, flowy long sleeves and — of course — sunscreen. Experts recommend reapply your sunscreen every two hours as well as after toweling off, swimming, sweating, etc.

Have fun!
Whether you’re hitting the open road, relaxing on a beach, or indulging in some high-octane activities, focusing healthy habits while traveling will help you enjoy your trip more and make the post-vacation transition a little easier.

Where are your travels taking you? Tell us in the comments!

03/28/2021

HOW MUCH VITAMIN C SHOULD I TAKE TO SUPPORT MY IMMUNE SYSTEM?

As one of the 13 essential vitamins and minerals, and one that is key to supporting your immune system, it’s important to get your daily dose of vitamin C.

Vitamin C acts as an antioxidant, helping to protect your cells from free radicals. It also helps your body absorb iron and works to keep your immune system functioning properly.

Your body does not synthesize vitamin C, so you need to get it from outside sources. For the average adult, that means between 75 and 90 milligrams daily. Many people want more to support their overall health. So, where can you get vitamin C?

Sources of vitamin C
You can fill much of your daily requirement by eating a healthy diet heavy in fruits and vegetables.

A cup of orange juice, for example, has about 100mgs of vitamin C. A half cup of green peppers has about 60mgs. Let that green pepper ripen to a red pepper and the vitamin C level jumps to 95mgs.

But let’s face it, in the chaos of everyday life, many people fall short of eating as many fruits and vegetables as they should. Some load up on vitamin C each day in the form of lozenges, gummies, drinks and supplements to fill any gaps. The thinking is: if some is good, more is better – especially when it comes to their immune system.

More is not always better
But vitamin C doesn’t quite work that way. Your body can’t store vitamin C. Once it reaches its absorption limit, any more added to your system is simply flushed out along with all the other things your body doesn’t need.

It’s like filling a water glass in the sink, but instead of turning off the water when it’s full, you let it run and all the extra water just goes down the drain—wasted.

How much vitamin C is too much?
And even though your body gets rid of excess vitamin C, there are some potential side effects of consuming too much, including nausea and stomach cramps. Experts recommend adults have no more than 2000mgs of vitamin C a day.

That’s why you might consider a supplement that slows things down. A regular vitamin C supplement delivers a spike of the vitamin C that drops in about 2 hours. Nutrilite™ Vitamin C Extended Release tablet, however, uses a special fibrous ingredient that allows the tablet to slowly dissolve in your gut throughout the day.

“It is not only absorbed better, it also remains in the bloodstream for a longer period of time, supplying a steady rate of vitamin C for your body to use,” says Nutrilite Principal Research Scientists Dawna Venzon, PhD, RD.

And when you have sustained levels of vitamin C in your blood stream, you are also supporting your immune system.†

“Science has shown that adequate intake of vitamin C is necessary for the immune system,” Venzon said. “But optimal intake is needed for ideal vitamin C support.”

Some supplements have other benefits
Nutrilite scientists also choose their source of vitamin C carefully. Nutrilite™ Vitamin C Extended Release includes vitamin C from ascorbic acid and acerola cherries, one of nature’s most concentrated sources of the nutrient—about 50-100 times by weight more than an orange or lemon. They’re also a significant source of vitamin A.

Including acerola in the formula means the supplement includes phytonutrients closer to the natural spectrum found in whole fruits. Some supplements use only synthetic vitamin C—while it provides the key benefits of natural vitamin C, it lacks the phytonutrients found in whole fruits and vegetables.

Whether you get your vitamin C from fruits and vegetables or the supplement of your choice, the most important thing is that you get it. Your body—and your immune system—will thank you.