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Nutrition for Women

Presented byLifeDesign

For further information or Nutrition Consultation contact Ruthie Fink 847-607-0925

Sweeney Health AssociatesNolan EnterprisesMay, 2003

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Let’s ask one big question…….

• How many “hats” am I wearing this week?• …..mom, best friend, teacher, nurse, cook,

chauffeur, lover, professional, coach, maid, dishwasher, tutor, wife, partner, secretary, gardener, shopper, caterer……

• What else can you add to this list?

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Let’s ask some other questions…..• Do PMS symptoms occur monthly?• Are early menopause symptoms (peri-menopause) a

concern?• Is your daily routine filled with stress?• How about eating on the run..anyone have 21

nutritionally balanced & relaxed meals with your family this week?

• Is hair loss a concern?• Are you ready for sleep at 4 in the PM?

• Are you currently on HRT for menopause?

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Let’s look at some facts…..

• Food today is not what it used to be• Overprocessed chemicals & preservatives added• Soil is depleted of essential nutrients (Rutger’s

University Study)• Altered fats create free radicals damaging cells• Antibiotics – hormones in our meat supply• Early harvesting, transporting, & storage of food

reduces nutritional value• Our food & water is contaminated with toxins

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Why Supplementation Today?We know:• Our eating habits have changed• Diets fall short of the recommended standards• We all want more energy & relief from stress• Our Health is suffering:• 6 of the ten leading causes of death are diet related.• Our immune systems need help as evidenced by the

increase in immune deficiency disorders such as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Epstein-Barr Virus, Candida & Aids

• Allergies, arthritis & infertility are on

the rise.

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Percentage of Individuals in USATaking in RDA*

(Recommended Daily Allowance)

• Nutrient:Nutrient:• Calcium• Iron• Magnesium• Vitamin A• Pyridoxine (B6)• Folic Acid• Vitamin C• Vitamin E• Zinc

• Percent of Population• 35%• 62%• 38%• 44%• 47%• 67%• 62%• 30%• 26%

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Bottom Line and SimpleBasic Energy Program

• Shaklee Foundation Program– Basic Nutrients

• (6 tabs in one daily strip)

– Energizing Soy Protein (Vanilla, Cocoa or Instant Protein Soy)

• CorEnergy

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Soy Protein Benefits

• Increases energy• Stabilizes blood sugar• Protects heart & lowers cholesterol• Phytochemical compounds, called isoflavones in

soy protein reduces risk of breast & prostate cancer

• Helps prevent osteoporosis• Prevents “hot flashes”• Develops healthy cells!

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Soy Isoflavones – Soy Protein

• Two isoflavones are unique to soy protein. They are genistein & daidzein.

• Reduces the occurrence of hot flashes.• Lowers LDL cholesterol• Supports bone density• Assists in controlling blood pressure and heart

disease.• Is an energy booster & stabilizes blood sugar.• Helps in the reduction of weight gain.

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Foundation Nutrients -Foundation Nutrients -Vita Lea MultivitaminVita Lea Multivitamin

• Improves immunity• Proven to increase bone density vs calcium

alone (Burke Institute Study)• Reduces risk of heart disease• Reduces risk of colon cancer• Fewer sick days• Nutritional insurance• Scientifically balanced

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B-Complex (Basic Strip)

• Needed to convert food into muscle energy & for mental quickness & concentration

• Formation of protective antibodies & healthy red blood cells

• Needed to reduce homocysteine levels• Reduces risk of heart disease• Helps prevent colon cancer• Helps with anemia, carpal tunnel syndrome,

depression & much more

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Time Released Vita-C (Basic Strip)

• Assists the body in absorption of iron & calcium• Natural antihistamine• Important in maintaining healthy gum tissue• Helps build red blood cells & form hemoglobin• Antioxidant: protects heart and arteries and

prevents formation of cancer cells• Reduces risk of cataracts• Protects from radiation• Increases resistance to ligament & tendon injury

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Vita-E Complex Plus Selenium (Basic Strip)

• Antioxidant: prevents heart disease and Parkinson’s• Protects lungs from air pollution• Aids in healing of burns, skin ulcers & reduces

scarring• Protects cells from premature aging• Reduces risk of colon, lung & prostrate cancer• Improves immune system.• Slows the aging process

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CorEnergy

• It’s a natural, concentrated source of herbal ingredients and antioxidant phytonutrients shown to support your body’s natural ability to maintain energy & resist every day fatigue.

• CorEnergy contains: Cordyceps (a mushroom) Asian Ginseng & Green Tea specifically teamed to promote vitality. Cordyceps is clinically proven to help

fight everyday fatigue; Ginseng is traditionally used as an energizer, Green Tea promotes sustained vitality.

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Basic Program With Extra Support

• CarotoMax

• Optiflora

• Essential Omega Complex

• GLA Complex

• Super Cal-Mg Plus

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Super Calcium Magnesium Plus• Reflecting the latest in science, NEW Super Cal Mag Plus,

features more calcium, vitamin D and phosphorus. • Helps reduce the risk of osteoporosis • Helps minimize bone loss, maintain bone density & slow

bone breakdown – More calcium—provides 1200mg of highly concentrated & absorbable sources of elemental calcium – Now with 100% of DV of phosphorus to aid in bone strength & mineralization

• Plus, this formula contains magnesium at an optimal level for digestive comfort, while still providing bone-health benefits

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Optiflora System-Acidophilus, Bifidus & more

• Promotes colon health by delivering 500 million healthy flora in a guaranteed system

• Keeps undesirable bacteria in check• Treatment for intestinal & urinary tract infections• Treatment for digestive disorders and some types of

diarrhea• Strengthens immune system• Counteracts side effects of antibiotics• Destroys excess LDL cholesterol

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Unique, Patented ‘Triple Encapsulation’ Technology Protects “Live” MicrofloraUnique, Patented ‘Triple Encapsulation’ Technology Protects “Live” Microflora

OPTIFLORA™ OPTIFLORA™ completely survives completely survives stomach acid. stomach acid. Microflora are Microflora are released in the released in the intestine.intestine.

‘‘Live’ microfloraLive’ microflora

Water & oxygenWater & oxygenbarrierbarrier

Stomach acidStomach acidprotectionprotection

Only Shaklee has Only Shaklee has it!it!

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Essential Omega Complex

• Helps resist eczema, colitis, arthritis, MS, psoriasis, migraines

• Produces anti-stress hormones• Alleviates autoimmune diseases• Reduces risk of blood clot formation• Lowers high blood pressure• Reduces triglycerides & cholesterol• Raises HDL (good cholesterol)

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G L A Complex - (Borage Seed Oil)

• Calms nervous release of adrenaline (an adaptagion)• Reduces fat production• Balances hormones (excellent for PMS and menopausal

challenges)• Increases body estrogen stores• Reduces headaches• Helps synthesis of natural skin oils for healing• Reduces inflammation and promotes proper blood

clotting

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CarotoMax

• Five key carotenoids & three phytonutrients which are responsible for long term health of eyes, lungs & heart

• Protects from free radical damage to the

cells • Contains Lutein, Zeaxanthin, Lycopene, Alpha

Carotene, Beta Carotene plus Grapeseed Extract, Quercetin & Broccoli Sprouts Extract

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Glucose Regulation Complex

Can you answer yes to any of these questions?• Are you overweight by 15 lbs. or more?• Crave carbos (breads, sweets, pasta, etc.?)• A family history of Type 11 diabetes ?• High triglycerides ?• High or widely fluctuating blood

sugar levels?• Have low energy?

This product is worth serious consideration!

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Quality Nutritional Supplement - What does that mean?

• Is the supplement (vitamin) that you’re• using being absorbed and assimilated? • How can you tell?• Is there a balance in the formulation?• Is the manufacturer using a “cooling” system to

preserve nutrients?• Are “fillers” (coal tar, petroleum by-products)

used in stabilizing the tablet?• Is there a full money back guarantee?

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Shaklee Science is Progressive

• A history of advances–Dr. Shaklee anticipated the health food revolution decades before it’s time –Our 21st century research laboratory continues this tradition using the most modern technologies:–Molecular Modeling–Genomics–State-of-the Art Laboratories

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Shaklee Manufacturing Facility• 312,000 square feet• Over 250 scientists, engineers and

support staff• Model of excellence for the

industry• Testing at every stage of

manufacture• Cutting-edge manufacturing

technology• Meets stringent pharmaceutical

manufacturing standards

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Scientific Advisory Board

 

Marcia Stefanick, Ph.D.Associate Professor of Medicine Stanford UniversityExpert: Women's Health

Young Kim, MDProfessor of Medicine University of California School of MedicineExpert: Gastrointestinal & Colorectal Cancer

Peter Sacks, M.D.Physician, Internal Medicine Scripps Clinic and Research FoundationExpert: Internal Medicine

William Haskell, Ph.D.Professor of Medicine Stanford University School of MedicineExpert: Cardiovascular Disease

Jeffrey Blumberg, Ph.D.Professor, USDA Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging at Tufts UniversityExpert: Antioxidants

The Shaklee Scientific Advisory Board, a group of nationally recognized physicians and scientists, provides unsurpassed expertise in nutrition, biochemistry, cardiovascular health, and sports medicine. Current members of the Shaklee Scientific Advisory Board are:

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Newest research on obesity…..

Paula Baillie-Hamilton, MD and PhD from Oxford University and Stirling University in Scotland, is an expert in human metabolism. Her ground-breaking research on chemical calories is a major part of Shaklee’s Weight Management Program which energizes and repairs the metabolism, the body’s natural slimming system

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Clinical Research

• Academic Institutions / Research Centers– Stanford University– UC San Francisco– UC Berkeley– UC Davis– BYU– University of Texas Austin– University of Wisconsin– Toronto Universities– NASA– Kaiser Permanente, Division of Research

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100% Shaklee Guarantee

• 100% money back guarantee• Ingredients listed on the label are

in the bottle• Finest quality, pure, clinically

tested ingredients • Guaranteed performance

characteristics• Safe, efficacious products

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Medical Experts say……….

“In the coming decades,

the most important determinants of health and

longevity will be the personal choices made by

each individual”

The Journal of the American Medical Association

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Questions….???

• Is your health going in a downward or upward spiral?

• Does providing basic nutrients make sense?

• Solution……………..Trust your health to the leader in the wellness industry for over 47 years and start on a common-sense program.