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Dear Readers,

Fad diets come and go. At any given time, oneout of three women and one out of four men areon a diet. Unfortunately, two-thirds of dietersregain the weight within one year, and virtually

all regain the weight they lost within five years.This is called the yo-yo effect. Very likely, youhave experienced this vicious cycle yourself. Youhave fasted, popped pills, counted calories ordevised your own systems to lose weight, onlyto end up unsatisfied with the results and pos-sibly with a higher number on the scale thanyou started out with.

But now you have chosen Almased, taking thefirst step to quick and permanent weight loss!

The Almased success story began at a kitchentable in the German town of Bienenbttel,where my father, the holistic therapist HubertusTrouill, blended a recipe that was intended tohelp his many patients activate their metabo-lism biologically. He noticed that doing so auto-matically results in the reduction of unhealthybody fat and realized that he had developed aneffective formula to shed unwanted pounds andend the cycle of weight loss and gain.

Today, Almased is Germanys best-sellingweight loss product and has become a popularchoice for Americans who want to lose ormaintain their weight and support their overallhealth. All core claims about the Almasedweight loss phenomenon have been proven byover 10 years of scientific research at renowneduniversities. The findings not only confirm the

Take the First Step toPermanent Weight Reduction

supportive effects of Almased on body weightand body composition, but also on the metabo-lism, performance levels and many diseases.

This brochure will accompany you on yourweight loss journey with Almased. It will helpyou understand exactly what Almased is, ex-plain how it works and show you how Almasedcan help you achieve the weight loss results youhave always wanted. Additionally, you will readabout the science behind Almased, its otherpositive effects on your health and get valuableadvice on balanced nutrition and a healthy life-style. The Almased plan is simple, easy to fol-low and will yield amazing results without thedreaded yo-yo effect.

Try it simply because it works!

Sincerely,

Andr Trouill

President, Almased USA, Inc.

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Contents

Read 6 Dieter's Success Stories!

"I lost 50 lbsand feel great"

On p. 17: Leah Browning Frankl,Washington, DC

"I now weigh 150 lbs, a weight

that I haven't seen since high

school and I still use Almased

regularly. It truly helped me get

my life back. I sing its praises toanyone who will listen. Thank

you so much for making such

a great product."

2 Editorial

4 What does a healthy diet look like?The latest scientific discoveries of obesityresearch

6 Almased the weight loss phenomenonMany diets promise quick and permanentweight loss Almased keeps the promise

12 What science says about AlmasedAfter more than ten years of research, all core

claims have been scientifically confirmed14 Weight loss with Almased

this is how it worksLosing weight with Almased is easy:Simply follow the four phases of theAlmased program

22 Quick and effective weight lossfor people with diabetesAlmased can help most of them loseweight and lead a healthier lifestyle

24 What else Almased can do for youAlmased not only supports weight loss,it is a complete wellness product

28 Healthy nutrition all you need to knowAll you need to know about nutrition

to stay slim and healthy

34 Know your calorie needs and becomemore activePhysical activity is the key to success:Which activity burns how many calories?

37 More informationOrder our free brochures or visit our website

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What does a healthy dietThe latest scientific discoveries of obesity research have shown

that there are four requirements a healthy diet must fulfill.

Diet

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ou have decided to slim down,lose body weight and keep it off.

This is possible in many waysbut for permanent success, certain pre-requisites need to be accounted for.

The chosen diet method should1. Contain all necessary nutrients,

minerals and vitamins in ample andwell-balanced amounts.

2. Enable a long-term change of eatinghabits to a healthy fat diet (low insaturated fats and trans fats).

3. Focus on carbohydrate quality (suchas including carbohydrates with a lowglycemic index).

4. Ensure that muscle mass is retainedand, in conjunction with exercise, helpbuild additional muscle.

The goal of a healthy diet is to reduce bodyfat. Muscle mass should be retained or in-creased. The more muscle mass you have,the more calories your body burns. Remem-ber: Muscle burns calories fat burns noth-ing. Therefore, it is important to lose fat andnot muscle mass. You should add physicalactivity to your weight loss program tobuild up additional muscle mass and main-tain your weight loss. Once you understand

these principles, you have taken an impor-tant step on your way to a healthy weight.

With most so-called miracle diets, weightreduction often results in loss of water andmuscle mass rather than fat loss. The roadwe want to walk with you fulfills all therequirements for a healthy diet and takesthe latest scientific discoveries of obesityresearch into consideration in order to helpyou lose weight quickly, permanently andin a healthy manner!

A balance problem:Being overweight is really a balance prob-lem. Those who consume more calories thanthey utilize will gain weight. Because ener-gy consumption is different with all people,not everybody gains or loses weight withthe same food intake. The basis for weightgain has been established through years ofunhealthy eating and drinking habits.

Frequent diets are most certainly not theright way to lose weight, since they slowdown the metabolism. A drastic shortageof calorie consumption forces the bodyinto believing that it faces famine. As aresult, it conserves energy. After finishingthe weight loss diet, the metabolism re-mains low while calorie intake increasesagain, and even with regular food peopleoften gain weight faster than before.This is the notorious yo-yo effect.

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What is a healthyweight for men andwomen?

look like?

Body weight is determined by both thecalorie amount of the foods we eat as wellas the food quality. This is due to the factthat our food not only supplies energybut has other responsibilities in our body.After digestion, nutrients have differentfunctions, e.g. to supply energy throughburning processes, build structures for newcells or send signals to control metabolicprocesses.

Conclusion:Our food should not consistof too many calories and should send ourbody accurate signals. This is easily possi-ble with Almased.

The high effectiveness of Almased hasbeen proven through scientific researchand publications in well-known scientificjournals, such as the International Journalof Obesity.


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The weightloss phenomenonwith proven

results!

Few industries make promises as bigas those of the diet industry. Themedia is full of them: Dream figure

in six weeks, Quick weight loss whileeating anything you want, I lost 176pounds in one year the list goes on andon. Almased also makes promises: Quickand permanent weight loss without feelinghungry. Find out how we are able to keepthis promise.

What is Almased?All-natural Almased is a powder madefrom high-quality fermented soy, skimmilk yogurt powder and enzyme-richhoney. It contains all important nutrientsthe body needs, essential amino acids and

enzymes for easy digestion. Almasedis non-GMO, gluten-free and containsno added sugars, preservatives, artificial,flavors or fillers. Almased uses an inge-nious, clinically tested formula and canbe used by nearly anybody, includingpeople with diabetes.

Why is it important that Almasedhelps to speed up the metabolism?A well-functioning metabolism is notonly important for weight loss but alsofor overall health. Many diseases occurbecause the metabolism does not functionproperly. Unhealthy eating habits are oneof the main causes of a slower metabolism usually salt, sugar and fat intake are too

Many diets promise quick and

permanent weight loss. Almased

can keep this promise and has

been scientifically proven!

This is how Almased works

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high. However, thequality of our foodis another problem: Industrial production,flavor enhancers and preservatives destroyimportant nutrients, amino acids and en-zymes. As a result, a large number of peoplehave an extremely slow metabolism. Thebody burns fewer calories, which can leadto obesity, lack of energy and other compli-cations. Almased helps your metabolismto function at its optimal level. This notonly leads to weight loss, but it also avoidsthe dreaded yo-yo effect. Since the meta-bolism doesnt slow down during theAlmased Diet, you can prevent regainingthe lost weight once you eat regularly again.

How does Almased speed up themetabolism?Almased provides the body with optimalnutrients a regular diet may lack. It is avital nourishment in the true sense of

Almased keeps

its promise.

The AlmasedWeight Loss Phenomenon:

Improves the metabolism, energylevels and overall well-beingHelps burn body fat whileretaining muscle mass

Supports blood sugar and thyroidfunctionPromotes healthy levels of thesatiety hormones leptin and ghrelin

Is also an ideal choicefor people with

diabetesHas scientificallyproveneffects

Scientific study: Every diet worksbetter with Almased

Body weight, body fat,

waist circumference: All

data improve more effectively

if Almased is part of the diet.

You lose weight faster and

in the right places.

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the word. The honey en-zymes in Almased activatea fermentation process thatensures easy digestion andhigh bioavailability of theprotein. Blending all ofthe raw ingredients leadsto a synergistic effect. Thecomponents of one ingre-dient increase the benefitsof the others. The result isa new, innovative dietarysupplement: Almased.

How can you lose weight without feelinghungry when using Almased?The high-quality and easily digestible pro-tein in Almased ensures a long-lasting feel-ing of satiety. 50 g of the powder (about180 kcal) keep you full for about four tosix hours. Almased promotes healthy levelsof the satiety hormones leptin and ghrelin.It also supports your blood sugar level,which helps to avoid cravings. At the sametime, Almased boosts the metabolism,causing the body to burn more calories.

Why do you lose mainly fat and not mus-cle mass on the Almased Diet, unlike onother diets?

The glycemic index measures the effectof a carbohydrate-rich food item on theblood sugar level. Almased has a verylow glycemic index (27, glucose has 100).With a low glycemic index, the blood sugarlevel increases only slightly and the bodyreleases a respectively lower amount ofinsulin. A lower insulin level helps the bodyburn more fat. Instead of using proteinfrom muscle mass, the body takes its energyfrom fat deposits, as desired.

Why should you drink Almased evenif you are not on a diet?Almased provides your body with manyessential nutrients and cell protective

Effects of high insulin levels

Almased supports the

blood sugar and insulin

level, resulting in an

improved fat burning

process.

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My husband and I are the proud

parents of six children. So for thebetter part of 14 years, I was either

pregnant or nursing. Learning how

to manage my weight in a healthy

way became my passion. One

long cold winter up in New York,

I put on 20 extra pounds. I need-

ed a safe and healthy way to lose

weight. Thats when I discovered

Almased.

I used the Almased diet ap-

proach as outlined in Almaseds

instruction sheet and I lost 10

lbs of fat in just two weeks. I

mixed water and cinnamon with

the Almased powder as a de-

licious replacement for two

meals each day. I also enjoyed a

3 5 oz serving of lean protein, fiveservings of vegetables, and two

servings of fruit each day. I also

drank a minimum of ten glasses of

water each day.

I felt great during the weight

loss process! I did not lose muscle

mass or energy because Almased

naturally stimulated my metabo-

lism. Plus Almased is all-natural,

with no added sugar or preserva-

tives.

Marusia Marrapese,Rochester, NY

I felt greatduring theweight loss

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phytochemicals. This helps to keep yourmetabolism active on a daily basis. Youwill have more energy and perform dailytasks more effortlessly. Almased supportshealthy blood levels, including cholesteroland blood sugar. It strengthens yourimmune system and is a good proteinsupplement for anybody, especiallyvegetarians, athletes and the elderly.

How can Almased help you loseweight while sleeping?If you replace your dinner with Almased,

you speed up the fat burning process duringthe night. Almased not only curbs yourhunger but also improves thermogenesis,the conversion of fat into heat. The bodytakes the energy it needs for the nightlyrepair of cells that were damaged duringthe day from fat cells you lose weightwhile sleeping.

How does Almased differ from otherprotein powders on the market?Almased is the only protein-rich powderthat uses honey enzymes to activate thefermentation process from two proteinsources (soy and skim milk yogurt pow-der). By using two sources of protein,Almased gives the body the right aminoacids to support cells during a caloriereduced diet, which ensures fat loss insteadof muscle loss.

What does science say about Almased?For over ten years, clinical studies havebeen conducted that have proven the effectof Almased. An expert panel of eightprofessors supports all the core claimsmade about Almased from a scientificviewpoint (see article on page 12).

All-natural Almased uniquely made out of soy,yogurt and honey

Almased is made from a special type

of fermented soy, yogurt and honey.

It does not contain any artificial

flavors, fillers, added sugars

or preservatives. Almased uses

an ingenious, clinically tested

formula and can be used

by nearly anybody,

including peoplewith diabetes.

Supplement FactsServing Size: 8 tablespoons (50g)

Servings Per Container: 10

Amount Per Serving % Daily Value*

Calories 180

Calories from Fat 9

Total Fat 1.0g* 1.5%

Saturated Fat 0.5g* 2.5%

Trans Fat 0g **

Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g **

Monounsaturated Fat 0.4g **

Cholesterol 0mg 0%

Sodium 340mg 15%

Potassium 500mg 14%

Total Carbohydrates 15g* 6%

Dietary Fiber 0.5g* 2%

Sugars 12g **

Protein 27g* 54%

Vitamin A 794 IU 16%

Vitamin C 16mg 27%

Vitamin E 6 IU 20%

Thiamin (Vitamin B1) .5mg 33%

Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) .6mg 35%

Vitamin B6 .7mg 35%

Calcium 215mg 22%

Iron 4.9mg 27%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.** Daily Value not established.Not a significant source of calories from fat.


Finally somethingthat does EXACTLY

what it advertises.Almased rocks!

I did my research on Almased and finally

decided to try the program when I was de-

bating on attending my 30th class reunion

and decided I would go if I could go down

a few sizes. After all, it has been 30 years

since I had seen any of my classmates.

The first week on the program, I lost 4 lbs

which was great since I had been gaining

and losing the same 2 lbs for about three

months.

The second week I lost more weight

but really noticed that my arms, stom-

ach, thighs and hips were shrinking. Even

though I continued to lose weight, I was

fascinated by the loss of inches as I was

the INCREDIBLE SHRINKING WOMAN.

I was literally disappearing. Well, by the

time my 30th reunion rolled around, I had

lost about 15 lbs and went from a size 16

to a 12 in a five-week period!

I am still drinking two Almased shakes

and having one meal a day and can't wait

to see the additional weight loss/inches

reduction that I will experience during

the holidays when the major-

ity of people are watching the

scale go UP!!! The best moment

was last week when I walked by

my husband and he said YOU

LOOK GREAT!!!!!! (Tony the Ti-

ger style). I feel good, look good

and love sharing with everyone

about this awesome product.

ALMASED ROCKS!!!

Lawana BrysonGreensboro, NC

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What science says aboutFor over ten years, scientists

have been researching the

effects of Almased.

All core claims have been

scientifically confirmed.

This is what these scientists say un-animously: How Almased can supporteffective weight loss, healthy blood pres-sure, cholesterol and blood sugar levels.

Almased contains pure soy protein,yogurt and raw honey. A specialprocessing method preserves theessential amino acids in Almased.

Obesity is associated with a severelyincreased leptin level, which in turn islinked to insulin resistance and consid-ered a cause of metabolic disorders,such as diabetes mellitus. Almasedsupports a healthy leptin level, thus in-fluencing risk factors favorably.

Almased supports healthy insulinlevels while stimulating fat reductionand inhibiting fat storage.

The tissue hormone ghrelin, whichis produced by stomach cells, is anindicator of the sensation of satiety.Almased supports the ghrelin level,thereby reducing appetite sustainably.

Almased has a positive effect on thebody fat vs. muscle mass ratio. If com-bined with physical activity, it cansignificantly reduce fat deposits inthe abdomen and hip area.

How Almased works: Ten state

cience

Helping people lose weight is byno means all that Almased cando. In fact, the eight scientists

who jointly drafted the statements on theright have come to the following conclusion:Almased may promote beneficial effectson components of the metabolic syndrome.The metabolic syndrome is a combinationof medical disorders, which when coin-ciding are sometimes referred to as thedeadly four: Overweight, lipid metabolicdisorder, high blood pressure and insulinresistance. Each of these conditions is amajor risk factor by itself, when combined,the health hazards can be even worse.Almased may support beneficial effectson each of these factors.

Here is what the scientists concluded:Almased promotes effective weight lossas well as a healthy blood pressure andinsulin level while stimulating the fat-burning metabolism.It is recommended to use Almased fora minimum period of six weeks.Even a dosage of 50 g once per day sup-ports the metabolic biomarker values.In a weight loss program, Almasedmakes an excellent meal substitute with50 g of Almased once or twice per day.

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Almased

ments by eight German scientists

In a weight loss program, Almasedhelps to exclusively burn body fat with-out reducing muscle mass.

Weight loss achieved with Almased ishelpful in changing nutritional behaviorand keeps the weight off long-term.

50 g of Almased per day supporthealthy blood levels (e.g. blood sugar,HbA1c value).

A weight loss program using Almasedsupports healthy cholesterol and tri-glyceride levels.

A weight loss program using Almasedsupports a healthy blood pressure.

These scientists have formulated theabove listed statements together:

Prof. Gerhard Uhlenbruck, MDDirector of the Institute ofImmunobiology and Sports Im-munology, University of Cologne

Professor Jrg Schulz, MDConsultant of HELIOS MedicalCenter, Berlin-Buch

Peter Sauermann, MedicalConsultantFinancial Committee Chair of theGerman Assoc. of CHI Physicians

Professor Gnter Linss, MDMedical Director of HenningsdorfMedical Center, University Teach-ing Hospital of the Charit Berlin

Professor Burkhard Weisser, MDDirector of the Institute of Sportsand Sports Science, ChristianAlbrechts University, Kiel

Wolfgang Grebe, MDBoard member of the Associationof German Specialists in InternalMedicine (BDI), Frankenberg

Prof. Ulrich Borchard, MDInstitute of Pharmacologyand Clinical Pharmacology,University of Dsseldorf

Professor Aloys Berg, MDRehabilitative and PreventiveSports Medicine, UniversityClinic of Freiburg


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Weight loss with Almased this is how it works

in water. Never use hot liquids or waterwith chlorine because the special enzymesin Almased that help to burn body fat willbe destroyed. Add 1-2 teaspoons of olive,flaxseed or canola oil to each shake to en-sure an adequate supply of essential fattyacids.

Flavor your Almased shake with yourfavorite ingredients, such as cinnamon,unsweetened cocoa powder or extracts likevanilla or almond. Almased should bemade fresh and consumed immediately.

Now that you know how to prepareyour Almased shakes, you are readyto get started!

Losing weight with Almased is easy.

Simply follow the four phases of the Almased Diet

as outlined below and you will see and feel how your body

and health change for the better!

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Program outlines

a two-week diet

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cludes healthy and

delicious recipes.

The Almased weight loss programis divided into four simple phasesthat are explained on the follow-ing pages:

1. Starting Phase2. Reduction Phase3. Stability Phase4. Life PhaseDuring each phase, you will consumedelicious Almased shakes.

Mix the appropriate amount of Almasedin 10 to 12 oz of bottled or filtered water,skim milk, almond milk or soy milk. Wesee best results when Almased is mixed

Weight Loss

Prepare each Almased shake as follows:

Determine the correct amount ofAlmased powder for each shake,depending on your body height:

< 56 = 6 Tbsp Almased per shake56 - 60 = 8 Tbsp Almased per shake> 60 = 10 Tbsp Almased per shake

8 Tbsp equal 50 g of Almased.

Almased definitely

worked for me!

I travel a lot for my job so eating

healthy can be a challenge. Even-

tually, hitting the drive-through

for lunch took a toll on my health.

I put on a few pounds over the past

year. When a friend told me about

Almased, I decided to give it a tr y.I had one shake each day for

breakfast, a small lunch and a small

dinner. I did not feel hungry between

meals so it was easier for me to eat

on schedule and not snack in be-

tween. I mixed 8 tablespoons of the

Almased powder with 10 oz of soy

milk. I like the way it tastes that way,

almost like Pop-Tart batter.

Preparing the shake was quick

and convenient, which is important

to me because of my busy schedule.

After two months, I lost 11 lbs! I had

more energy and I was in a better

mood!

I have kept the weight off ever

since and I still use Almased ev-

ery other day for the energy andthe health benefits.

I have recommended

the product to friends

and family members

and they have start-

ed to see results as

well. Almased defi-

nitely worked for me!

Mike Hamner

Greensboro, NC

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Weight Loss

1. Starting Phase

Consuming vegetable broth is impor-

tant during the Starting Phase to supply

your body with additional nutrients.

The goal of the Starting Phase isto reset your metabolism in or-der to increase your fat burning

process. You can stay in this phase forjust a couple of days or extend it up totwo weeks, as long as you feel good.

During the Starting Phase, you will notconsume any solid food but have three

Almased shakes a day as well as aminimum of 8-12 cups of calorie-freeliquids (e.g. water, fruit tea, herbaltea).

You can also have 1-2 cups of coffeedaily. Fluids are very important duringthis phase to avoid dehydration and toflush out the body since it detoxifiesheavily during the Starting Phase. Youshould also prepare a fresh vegetablebroth and consume it between yourAlmased shakes. The vegetable brothprovides you with important vitaminsand antioxidants to fight free radicalsyou may be producing during thisphase. It will also help to curb your ap-petite in between meals and will add toyour daily amount of liquids. In orderto make the vegetable broth, simply cutabout 1/2 lb of vitamin-rich vegetablesinto cubes, such as spinach, broccoli,carrots, tomatoes, peppers, onions, leek,etc. Add about 1.5-2 quarts of waterand cook until soft, approximately five

minutes in a pressure cooker or longerin a regular pot. Pour the cooked vege-table broth through a strainer to filterout the solid pieces. You can season thevegetable broth with spices and herbs,but go lean on the salt.

You should not consume alcoholic bev-erages, sodas and fruit juices during theStarting Phase and limit their consump-tion throughout the rest of the dietbecause of added calories and sugars.

It truly helped me getmy life back.

When I started architecture school in 2002, I was

5'10" and 160 lbs. The non-stop stress and ex-

treme hours of architecture school took a huge

toll on me. By the end of sophomore year, my

weight had sky-rocketed and my metabolism

plummeted.

I was absolutely miserable. When I finally

stepped on a scale, I was horrified to learn that I

was 200 lbs. After many other failed diets, I was

desperate to find something that would work fast,

but was safe, healthy and would make me feel

good. When I finally found Almased (through

lots of online research), it changed my life.

Nobody had heard of it and it was only avail-

able in one location in St. Louis, but I found it and

bought three cans. With determination I embarked

on my weight loss journey to regain my body, my

health, my self-esteem and my life. I started with

the liquid diet, and the first 15 lbs fell away FAST.

In another month I was down to 175 lbs. Once I

got down to 165, I started using Almased as part

of a healthy lifestyle, when I needed it, or at other

times to counteract winter holiday weight gain.

I now weigh 150 lbs, a weight that I haven't

seen since high school and I still use Almased

regularly. It truly helped me get my life back. I

no longer seem to pack on extra pounds in the

winter, and when I do indulge a little extra, I

know that I have Almased to help me get back

on track. Last year, I even helped a friend of mine

drop down from around 235 lbs to 185 lbs us-

ing Almased. I sing its praises to anyone who

will listen. Thank you so much for making such

a great product.

Leah Browning Frankl,Washington, DC

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2. Reduction Phase

After the Starting Phase, you moveon to the Reduction Phase inwhich your body actively burns

fat and sheds those unwanted pounds.You can stay in this phase until youhave reached your desired goal weight.

During the Reduction Phase, you willhave two Almased shakes and one

regular, well-balanced meal.

Ideally, you would have this meal forlunch and consume your Almasedshakes for breakfast and dinner. How-ever, you can alternate this schedule ac-cording to your daily routine, e.g. haveAlmased for breakfast and lunch andeat the regular meal for dinner. The mealshould have around 500 calories andshould consist of plenty of raw, steamedor cooked vegetables, lean protein suchas chicken, fish or tofu, and a small serv-ing of whole grains like brown rice,

whole wheat bread or whole grainpasta. You can also enjoy some low-fatdairy products such as plain yogurt orGreek yogurt, or a handful of nuts.

Keep in mind that beneficial oils like ol-ive oil (especially extra virgin olive oil),flaxseed or canola oil have essential nu-trients such as omega-3 fatty acids and

should therefore be consumed on a dai-ly basis, in moderation. We recommend2-3 tablespoons daily. You can subtractthe oil you add to your Almasedshakes from this amount. You shouldlimit the amount of fruit you consumeduring the Almased Diet. Fruit con-tains fructose, which can disturb theweight loss process. Therefore, we rec-ommend that you eat vegetables ratherthan fruit.

It is important that you continue todrink a minimum of 8-12 cups of calo-rie-free fluids throughout the day. Youshould avoid snacking in between mealsas this burdens blood sugar and insulinregulation and blocks fat burning.

Example for a Reduction

Day meal:34 oz of skinless

chicken, 12 cups of vegetables

or a colorful salad with olive

oil and vinegar, and cup of

brown rice. Remember to keep

drinking plenty of fluids.

Weight Loss

I now wear asize 6 instead of the

size 18. I feel somuch better.

On Easter 2010, I weighed 178 lbs.

I had tried dieting and would lose

10 lbs, then get tired of trying and gain

it back. Right before Easter, my size

16 jeans were too tight, so I bought a

pair of size 18 jeans.

I put them on and wore them, but

kept feeling "this is so crazy. I do not

want to be like this!" I had seen your

ad for Almased in "Southern Living"

magazine and had thought I might like

to try Almased but never made the

attempt.

I looked on the website and read

all the information I could about yourproduct and decided this sounded

like it was doable for me, so I ordered

1 container. That was April 2010. I set

my goals to lose 10 lbs by the end

of May, another 10 by July 4th, and

10 more by my birthday at the end of

August. My ultimate goal was to reach

130 lbs by Thanksgiving 2010.

I attained that goal on November 3

and on Thanksgiving I weighed 124 lbs.

I have inspired my sweet husband to be

healthier and he has lost over 25 lbs us-

ing Almased and I have six friends at

church who are using it and two friends

at my daughter's dance studio who are

working to lose weight with Almased.

I now wear a size 6 instead of the

size 18. I feel so much better, both

physically and emotionally. Thank

you for making

Almased avail-

able for me.

LauraKubilusGilbert, SC

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Weight Loss

3. Stability Phase 4. Life Phase

Once you have reached your tar-get weight and your healthybody fat content, you begin the

Stability Phase. This phase will get yourbody accustomed slowly to an increasedcalorie intake and will stabilize your me-tabolism on a level where fat is activelyburned. This ensures that you maintainyour new weight long-term. You will

also continue to lose weight during thisphase, but at a slower pace.

During the Stability Phase, you willhave one Almased shake and tworegular meals per day.

The same rules apply for the meals as inthe Reduction Phase. Preferably, youshould consume your Almased shakefor dinner, but just like in the ReductionPhase, the schedule can be adjusted toyour daily routine.

Keep in mind that you have entered intoa critical phase. You need to accustomyour body slowly to an increased calorieintake. Remain in the Stability Phase forseveral weeks to guarantee the emptiedfat cells stay empty and avoid the yo-yoeffect. With perseverance and sensiblefood, you can manage your new-foundtarget weight. In this phase, it is still im-portant to drink a minimum of 8-12 cupsof calorie-free liquids per day.

After the Stability Phase, youmove on to the Life Phase.You will live life to the fullest

while continuing to enjoy Almasedas part of your daily meal plan.

During the Life Phase, you can havethree regular meals per day, plusone delicious Almasedshake in

addition.

Keep in mind the rules for the mealsin the Reduction and the StabilityPhase. Avoid snacking. To keep themetabolism active, 50 g of Almasedshould be taken daily in addition. Youcan have it with breakfast, consume itas a drink or add it to your cold cerealor yogurt. If you want to continuelosing weight, you should eat fewercarbohydrate-rich sides for dinner oravoid them altogether.

Exercising is not a requirement tohave success with the Almased Diet.However, light to moderate exercisehas important health benefits, burnsmore calories and increases leanmuscle mass. Therefore, we stronglyrecommend exercise, even if its onlylight exercise, along with all phasesof the Almased weight loss pro-gram.

I lost more than

42 pounds with Almased.I'm a firm believer inthis product.

I am 72 years old and Ive had diabetes

for six years. I started using Almased two years

ago and lost more than 42 pounds.

Depending on how I feel, I use Almased once

a day or sometimes up to three times a day. I usu-

ally have it for breakfast. A shake of Almased

fills me up, so I feel just right to move around

and have energy for the day. I try to walk

on the treadmill every day to stay ac-

tive. This helps me with maintain-

ing my weight. It is not easy for

me to lose weight because of the

medication that I have to take. It slows down my

metabolism. So Im very happy that I found Al-

mased.

Im a firm believer in this product. I know

it works! I told a lot of my friends about it and

they have had great success with it as well. One

of my friends, who also has diabe-

tes like me, began using Al-

mased and losing weight.

This product really works

and I would recommend

it to anyone.

Carlton Williams,St. Petersburg, FL

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Quick and healthy weight loAlmost 24 million people suffer from diabetes in the United

States Almased can help most of them lose weight and lead

a healthier lifestyle.

Even people with

diabetes can lose weight

with Almased:

Prof. Dr. Gerhard

Uhlenbruck, director

at the Institute for

Immunobiology,

University of Cologne,

Germany.

Diabetes

G

ood news for millions of peoplewith diabetes: Many people who

suffer from so-called type 2 dia-betes can lose weight with Almased.

Why people with type 2 diabetes havea harder time losing weight:There are two kinds of diabetes. Type 1is not curable, an autoimmune disease thatis inherited and often already starts in ado-lescence. The body destroys the cells thatproduce insulin and therefore it has to beprovided artificially. Far more frequent istype 2 diabetes, a metabolic disorder that

mainly occurs in overweight peo-ple. The body produces insulinbut the cells do not respondto it in a regular manner. Theyabsorb too little glucose andthe blood sugar level in-creases. The body reacts by

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ss for people with diabetesproducing more insulin to normalize theblood sugar level. As a result, people withdiabetes have a significantly higher insulinlevel, which fosters the storage of fat andinhibits fat reduction, even during a diet.

Science has shown: Almased can help!The findings of a recent scientific study areespecially interesting for people with diabe-

tes. The participants used 50 g of Almased

daily as part of their diet, which supportedweight loss and healthy blood levels - espe-cially the fasting blood sugar level, the fast-ing insulin level and the long-term bloodsugar level.*The argument for using Almased for peo-ple with diabetes is further supported bya recently published study by the CochraneCollaboration. The study came to the con-clusion that a diet with a low glycemic in-dex is superior to other diets. Almasedhas an extremely low glycemic index of 27.The low glycemic index of Almased sup-ports the insulin level, which results in anincreased fat burning process and balancedblood levels. People with diabetes can final-ly lose weight.

Additionally, the renowned Joslin DiabetesCenter has given a clear recommendationfor the most effective diet for people withdiabetes, based on the latest scientific find-ings. According to the experts, people withdiabetes should consume a diet consistingof approximately 40% carbohydrates, 30%fat and 30% protein. They also point out

that an effective diet for people with diabe-tes needs to contain significantly more pro-tein than what has previously been assumed.Including Almased in their diet can helppeople with diabetes implement the recom-mendations by Cochrane and Joslin.

Almased for people with diabetes:50 g of Almased mixed in water equal

1.1 carb units. If you have to inject insulin,you calculate the amount of insulin for1 carb unit because of the low glycemicindex of Almased. Calculate the amountof insulin for 2 carb units if you mixAlmased in milk. Measure your bloodsugar level two hours after drinking theshake. It should ideally be between 120and 140 mg/dl.

Special:For

Peoplewith

Diabetes

Figure PlanThe 14-Day-Program

The Almased

Diabetes Fig-

ure Plan offers

advice and de-

licious recipes

for people with

diabetes.

* Znker KS et al. Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and Cancer.German Journal of Oncology 2005; 37:114-121.


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A

lmased improves your energylevel, strengthens your immune

system and increases your produc-tivity and mood. It also supports a healthycortisol level, which may help to reducestress. The amino acids arginine and lysinein Almased may promote the youthhormone HGH, which is often used as ananti-aging method. Additionally, Almasedis a great protein supplement and ideal asa healthy snack in between meals.

Fasting:Fasting is popular with many people for

many different reasons, including detoxifi-cation and weight loss. However, a classicfast (consuming only water and calorie-free liquids such as tea and broth) has twodisadvantages: You feel hungry and losemainly water and muscle mass, not fat.This often results in regaining the lostweight quickly after the end of the fast.Fasting with Almased allows you to bene-fit from the positive effects of a fast while

Almased contains impor-tant essential nutrients andcell protective phytochemi-cals. It supports restfulsleep and nightly cellregeneration. You will wakeup feeling refreshed andawake in the morning.

Almased provides thebody with lactic acid andactive lactic acid bacteria,which have a positive effecton intestinal bacteria andintestinal mucosa. Thus,Almased helps to strengthenyour immune system.

Almased boosts the meta-bolism and contributes toimproved cell renewal, lea-ving you full of energy andin a better mood. Your per-formance at daily tasks andability to concentrate willincrease.

Almased not only supports weight loss, it is a complete

wellness product as well as a great protein supplement.

Almased can support you in many different ways.

Additional Benefits

What else Almased can do

Start your daywith more energy

Strengthen yourimmune system

Increase yourproductivity

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receiving all necessary nutrients and theprotein necessary to avoid muscle loss.Due to excessive weight loss while fasting,we do not recommend this diet for peoplewith diagnosed health problems. Pleaseconsult your health care provider todetermine if fasting is right for you.

More than weight loss:

Almased is a complete

health and wellness product

that benefits your overall

well-being.

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Athletes and intense physical activity:Anyone who does sports or physical activ-ity, either as a hobby or as a professionalathlete, requires more protein for strengthand regeneration than people who dontexercise. Almased is an especially suitableprotein supplement for athletes because itcontains high-quality soy protein as well asa high amount of essential and branched-

chain amino acids. People who work outstrenuously, especially athletes who partic-ipate in high-performance sports, can sup-plement their daily diet with up to 100 g(16 tablespoons) of Almased. A studywith the German National SwimmingTeam under the supervision of their teamdoctor showed that it is best to drink aglass of Almased before as well as up toone hour after exercising.

Vegetarians:Vegetarians are faced with having to eatlarge quantities of vegetables and milkproducts to meet their protein require-ments. They can supplement their dietwith 2 or 4 tablespoons of Almased and

receive the nutrition and high-qualityprotein they need. NOTE: Almasedcontains honey enzymes and skim milkyogurt powder, which many vegetari-ans find acceptable.

Aging:As people grow older, their pro-tein requirements increase but areoften not met through their dailydiet. A protein deficiency canlead to lack of energy, tirednessand listlessness. Consumingan Almased shake on a dailybasis can not only help theelderly meet their proteinrequirements, but also pro-vides them with necessary

nutrients and essentialamino acids to

invigorate thebodys meta-bolism.

Additional Benefits

Anyone who doessports requires

more protein.

Almased is the

ideal addition to

any workout.

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Pregnancy and breastfeeding:During pregnancy and breastfeeding,women need high-quality nutrition. Thebody needs extra support, as the growth ofnew life requires a lot of protein. Addingup to 50 g Almased daily can be a sup-portive addition to the daily nutrition.NOTE: Only take Almased as a supple-ment to your regular diet. Do not dietduring pregnancy or while breastfeeding!

Children:Cutting out a meal and using a mealreplacement is not beneficial for childrenbecause they are still in their growthperiod. However, children can useAlmased as a supplement in addition totheir everyday diet. It has actually beenshown that Almased can support the at-tention span of children/adolescents inschool and is also beneficial in sport activi-ties. The emphasis should be on a protein-rich and well-balanced diet. Thats whyAlmased would be ideal as a supplementto the diet. Children can use 1 heapingtablespoon of Almased mixed in coldliquids twice a day, in the morning and

before bedtime. Almased can also be usedas a healthy snack, preventing children fromeating chips, ice-cream or other unhealthyoptions.

The Almased Wellness Tea:In addition to Almased powder, Al-mased also offers the Wellness Tea, a deli-cious loose leaf tea made from select herbs,including whitethorn, elder blossom, mar-

joram, woodruff and celery. The Almased

Wellness Tea supports circulation, stimu-lates digestion and promotes detoxificationby enhancing kidney function. It can alsohelp to relieve menstrual pains and meno-pausal problems. The tea is naturallycaffeine-free and is the perfect complementto Almased. Try it for breakfast, in theevening or as an iced beverage anytime.

The perfect complement to Almased:

The Almased Wellness Tea.

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All you need to know about healthy nutrition and a well-

balanced diet to maintain your weight and stay healthy.

Healthy Nutrition

Healthy nutrition all you

To ensure that your body gets its daily

necessary nutrients, your diet shouldinclude a balanced intake of the following:

CarbohydratesProteinFatFiberVitaminsDietary Minerals & Trace Elements

CarbohydratesCarbohydrates mainly provide energy but not all are created equal.Carbohydrates are one of the three mainnutrients required by the body, besidesprotein and fat, and mainly provide energy.Only to a limited extent are they utilizedas building material for the body. The dailyintake of carbohydrates should be only

40% of your total energy intake(based on a recommendation

by the Joslin DiabetesCenter).

Whole grains

are good for you:

Eating whole grains

reduces the risk of many

chronic diseases.

The most important rule when it

comes to nutrition is that youshould provide your body witha well-balanced, diverse diet that favorsfat-reduced and fiber-rich foods as well asslow-energizing carbohydrates. Once youhave reached your goal weight with theAlmased Diet, it is important that you donot fall back into your old eating habitsbut continue to eat healthy. There are nostrictly prohibited food items. Moderation isthe key! Only eat snacks if hunger demandsit or if you have an elevated nutrition re-quirement (e.g. due to diabetes, exercise,pregnancy, breastfeeding, etc.). A healthysnack should consist of fewer fruits andmore vegetables, nuts, whole grains or low-fat milk products. You can also have half ashake of Almased as a snack, which pro-vides you with nutrientsand energy whilesupporting yourblood sugarlevel.

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essential parts and naturally occurringnutrients of the entire grain seed. Examplesof whole grains are amaranth, barley, brownrice, buckwheat, bulgur, millet, oatmeal,quinoa, whole cornmeal, whole wheat flourand wild rice. Popcorn is also considereda whole grain, preferably without butter.

ProteinBuilding blocks for cells and differenthormones.Protein is a basic nutritional element. Itis composed of single amino acids andprovides the body with building blocksfor cells and different hormones (enzymesand defense factors). The weight-reducingeffect of protein can be explained by thefact that it causes a higher thermogenesis(heat production) than other macronutri-ents (carbohydrates and fat). The thermo-genesis usually accounts for 8-15% of the

need to knowNote that not all carbohydrate-rich foodsare created equal and that they have quitedifferent effects on your body. The glyce-mic index (GI) describes this differenceby measuring how 50 g of carbohydratesincrease the blood sugar level. Choosingcarbohydrates with a low glycemic index meaning they produce only small fluctua-

tions in blood sugar and insulin levels is the secret to long-term health, reducingrisk of heart disease and diabetes. It is alsothe key to maintaining your weight.

A GI of 70 or more is high, a GI of 56 to 69is medium and a GI of 55 or less is low. Theglycemic index of Almased is only 27. Thatmeans that Almased increases the bloodsugar level only 27% compared to glucose.To calculate the exact effect of a food itemon the blood sugar level the glycemic load(GL) we have to take portion size and theamount of carbohydrates into account. Anexample: One serving (50 g) of Almasedcontains 15 g of carbohydrates. Almasedsglycemic index is 27. 27% of 15 equals 4,which means that the glycemic load of oneserving of Almased is 4. A GL of 20 andmore is considered high, a GL of 11 to 19 ismedium and a GL of 10 or less is low.Therefore, the glycemic load of one servingof Almased, 4, is very low.

In order to keep the fat burning processfunctioning at an optimal level, strong varia-tions in blood sugar and insulin levelsshould be avoided. Therefore, try to eatcarbohydrates with a low glycemic indexand choose whole grain products. Wholegrains contain the entire kernel and all the

Cold-water fish, suchas salmon, is rich in

protein and delivers

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that are found in all of the bodys cells andin virtually all foods and can cause gout ifaccumulated).

Even without animal protein, you canconsume an adequate supply of proteinthrough the perfect combination of vege-tarian protein carriers (e.g. beans andgrains). The high-quality soy protein inAlmased is ideal to help meet your daily

protein requirements. Especially during aweight loss program and for people withtype 2 diabetes, protein intake shouldbe about 30% of the total calorie intake.

FatFat is not all bad it transportsvitamins and builds cell membranes.Fat is the main energy supplier for thehuman organism. It is an important partof the cell membranes and a carrier offat-soluble vitamins. Fat is stored in fatdeposits in the body and can be reducedduring energy demand (e.g. enduranceexercise, hunger). Because of its long dura-tion in the stomach, fat has a high satura-tion value. Fat, contrary to protein, ismainly a supplier of energy and a sourceof essential multiple unsaturated fattyacids. Food items such as oil, nuts, butter,creams and meat contain a large amountfat. The fat content of other food items,like many deli meats and cakes, is oftenunderestimated.

A high intake of fat, especially animal fat(saturated fat), elevates the blood fat value(LDL cholesterol) and causes a higher riskfor arteriosclerosis. The daily intake of fatshould be approximately 30% of the totalenergy supply. It is important that you

Healthy Nutrition

total daily energy expenditure (caloriesburned).

After protein ingestion, the heat develop-ment is 18-25%, clearly higher than afterthe intake of the same energy content fromfat (2-4%) or carbohydrates (4-7%). Pro-tein-rich meals cause a sustained high ther-mogenesis that is about twice as long as af-ter meals rich in carbohydrates and fat of

the same energy content. Food items richin protein are lean meat, fish, milk andmilk products (especially Greek yogurt),eggs, legumes (beans, soy) and multi-grainproducts.

Depending on age and gender, it is recom-mended to eat 0.8-1.2 g of protein per 2.2lbs of body weight. The often exaggeratedintake of animal protein (especially meat)

that is wide-spread in industrialcountries is unfavorable be-

cause it is usually combinedwith an elevated supply offat, cholesterol and pu-rines (natural substances

Extra virgin olive oil is a

valuable source of unsatu-

rated fatty acids.

A healthy breakfast cereal is rich in fiber

but also rich in carbohydrates.

FiberFiber is good for you it keeps youregular and can even lower cholesterollevels.Eating fiber is very healthy for your body.Not only does it keep your digestive tractin top shape, it can also help you loseweight. Fiber normalizes bowel movementsby reducing transit time, which is the timeit takes for food to travel through the diges-

tive tract. This results in a more completeevacuation of waste material.

There are two types of fiber: Water-solubleand water-insoluble fiber. Water-solublefiber is believed to lower cholesterol andblood sugar levels. Here is how it works:Bile acids are made from cholesterol andassist in fat absorption. Fiber binds withthe acids and guides them out of the body.The liver then has to pull more cholesterolfrom the blood. As a result, cholesterollevels decrease. The bodys blood sugar

consume healthy fatty acids of high qualityon a daily basis, including omega-3 fattyacids. Omega-3s improve blood flow, lowercertain blood fat values and have beenshown to have a positive impact on peoplewho suffer from thrombosis or heart at-tacks. Omega-3 fatty acids also have a pos-itive influence on blood pressure and re-duce inflammation of the joints. To meetyour healthy fat requirements, include

about 3 Tbsp of oil (such as extra virginolive, flaxseed, walnut or canola oil) intoyour daily diet and eat cold-water fish suchas salmon or mackerel.

Ultimately, it is not the supply of certainfatty acids that is most important but therelationship between the individual unsat-urated fatty acids (ratio of omega-6 toomega-3 fatty acids) in an overall limitedfat intake. Any excess in any given direc-tion will result in more or less negativeconsequences.

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Vegetables and fruit are full of vitamins and

rich in fiber but keep in mind that fruit

often contains a lot of sugar, which

might interfere with your

weight loss success. Make

vegetables your

preferred

choice.

VitaminsVitamins are necessary to keepup certain body functions.Vitamins are essential elements, many ofwhich cannot be produced in sufficientquantities by the body itself and need tobe provided through food, e.g. vegetables.If your overall food intake is reduced orimbalanced, it might be helpful to takevitamin supplements. Vitamins are neither

building materials for the body nor arethey energy suppliers.

They are, however, necessary to keep upcertain body functions. According to theirdifferent soluble characteristics, vitaminsare separated into two groups: Fat-soluble(vitamins A, D, E and K) and water-solu-ble (vitamin C and B vitamins). The B vita-mins (B1, B2, B6, B12, niacin, pantothenicacid, folic acid and biotin) are effectiveas a component of enzymes (coenzymes).Many vitamin pills on the market today are

level is stabilized by the slower carbohy-drate absorption into the blood, whichlowers the bodys requirement for insulin.Water-soluble fiber is found in oat bran,legumes, psyllium, nuts, beans and pectins(complex carbohydrates in ripe fruits andcertain vegetables). Water-insoluble fiberhelps to produce bowel movements anda meticulous cleaning of the intestinalwalls, reducing the risk of colon-related

problems. Water-insoluble fiber is foundin cereals, bran and vegetables.

Most Americans consume 10-15 g of fibera day. The recommended daily fiber intakefor optimal health is up to 40 g. Make sureyou get enough fiber throughout the day.Ideal fiber-rich food sources are flaxseeds,psyllium husk and chia seeds. Because fiberis low in calories and produces a feelingof satiety, it reduces the desire to snack,which equals eating less and can help withweight loss.

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Nutrition Pyramid

To help you with the selection andcombination of foods for a healthy,balanced diet, you should take macro-and micronutrients into consideration.The illustration of the Low GlycemicIndex Pyramid above is preparedaccording to the nutrition rules ofthe glycemic index. Eating accordingto this pyramid, drinking plenty of cal-orie-free liquids and adding Almasedto your daily meal plan can promotelong-term health and is the key to sus-tainable weight loss.

infrequently occasionally every day

not easily broken down by the bodyand end up being eliminated as waste.Therefore, try to get a food-basedvitamin supplement.

Dietary Minerals and Trace ElementsSupplementing your diet may bebeneficial to avoid deficiencies.Dietary minerals are essential inorganicnutrients supplied through food and

utilized for multiple functions. Miner-als are divided into major elementsand trace elements. The body con-tains relatively high amounts ofmajor elements and only smallamounts of trace elements.

Major elements include sodi-um, potassium, calcium, magne-sium, chloride, phosphate and sulfur,while trace elements are iron, iodine andselenium. All in all, there are over 20 traceelements. Through altered growth methodsand industrial manufacturing processes,our food items are often poor in importantminerals.

Certain elements like zinc, selenium andmanganese can be called deficiency ele-ments. Studies have shown that deficien-cies in these and other minerals can lead toan increased risk of degenerative diseasessuch as arthritis, heart disease and cirrho-sis. Supplementing your daily diet notonly with vitamins but also minerals (in-cluding trace elements) may be necessaryto improve health and quality of life.


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For successful weight loss and weight

maintenance, perseverance and con-sideration are required. Learninghow to control portion sizes and eat inmoderation is much better than total re-striction. Extremely one-sided diets anddiets that promise immense weight loss inthe shortest possible time are not recom-mended. They will reduce your weight inthe short-term but over time will depriveyou of nutrients and result in the yo-yo ef-fect. Long-term success is hardly attainablewith these kinds of diets. Pills are stronglydiscouraged because they may lead to de-pendency with regular usage and do notprovide the balance of nutrition needed forlong-term weight loss success.

We suggest examining your own eatinghabits very closely to discover possibleunhealthy eating patterns. You should eatslowly, enjoy your food and only eat i fyou are truly hungry. Do not try to loseweight by limiting fluids. You need tomake sure that you drink enough liquidsthroughout the day (at least 8-10 cups).Please keep in mind that the quality of

the food you eat is more important than

counting calories. A high-quality diet auto-matically leads to a fitter and thinner you.Almased is a premier high-quality food.

* Depending on intensity, age and fitness, the calorie count candiffer substantially. Compared to men with the same weight,women burn 10 to 20% less calories. Source: Deutsches rzteblatt(German Magazine for Physicians), March 2000.

Calculating your calorie needs is important for weight loss and

weight maintenance, but it isnt the only thing that matters.

Physical activity is the key to success.

Calories and Exercise

Know your calorie needs a

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130lbs

180lbs

220lbs

330lbs

Activity

walking, 2 mph 150 180 230 300

walking, 3 mph 200 240 300 400

walking, 4 mph 300 360 450 600

house work 150 180 230 300garden work 250 300 380 500

dancing 200 240 300 400

cycling, 9 mph 300 360 450 600

running, 5 mph 300 360 450 600

running, 6 mph 450 550 700 900

running, 7.5 mph 600 750 950 1200

tennis/ball sports 300 360 450 600

swimming slowly 300 360 450 600

hiking 300 360 450 600

cross-country skiing 450 550 700 900

Activity burns calories*

Body weight andburned calories per hour

nd become more activeCalculate your calorie needsThe daily energy requirement resultssimply from basic conversion of body fatnecessary to maintain vital organ functionslike breathing as well as heart, kidney andbrain activity in the resting person. The ba-sic conversion is influenced by factors likebody composition, the relation of the body

surface to body weight, gender, age andhormonal regulation. The basic conversionis indicated with an average of 1 kcal per2.2 lbs body weight per hour, for women,it is 10% lower with regard to body weight.

Acute and chronic illnesseslike fever can raise the basicconversion.

Weight loss always meansadjustment of the daily ener-gy intake to a lower level.Weight maintenance meansto not consume more calo-ries than the daily energyrequirement. This means thatafter a weight loss program,the only way to stabilizeyour body weight is tochange your lifestyle by re-ducing calorie intake orburning more caloriesthrough increased physicalactivity.

For a 60 tall man, thismeans that after going from211 lbs (estimated energyintake: 2750 kcal) to 185 lbs(energy intake: 2500 kcal), thedaily energy intake needs to

Vigorous running burns up to 800 calories per hour,

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Calories and Exercise

be lowered by 250 kcal. With all calcula-tions, however, you need to consider thatthe energy requirements decrease withage and lowered body weight. The energyrequirement is reduced by about 10% be-tween the age of 33 and 55 and by another15% between the age of 55 and 75. Energyconsumption should be adjusted accord-ingly. The reduced energy requirementdue to age is explained by a loss of muscle

mass. This loss can be avoided throughphysical activity.

Be more activeExercise increases muscle mass, spurs ener-gy consumption and can help with weightloss and weight maintenance. As statedby the Surgeon General, more than 60%of American adults are not regularly physi-cally active. It is important to emphasizethe amount rather than the intensity ofphysical activity, which offers peoplemore options to incorporate physicalactivity into their daily lives.

Being physically fit does notalways mean having to go to thegym 3-4 times a week, althoughthis can be a good option.Consider increasing yourphysical activity duringeveryday activities tobenefit your overallhealth and fat burningprocess. Taking thestairs instead of theelevator, riding abicycle insteadof driving the

car and taking the dog for a walk are goodways to integrate exercise into your dailyroutine. Through a modest increase indaily activity, most Americans can improvetheir health and quality of life. Your activi-ties can vary from day to day. Activitystudies show that healthy people and thechronically ill are both capable of perform-ing physical activities like climbing stairs,doing yard work, hiking and cycling to

produce equally therapeutic benefits.

Limited: Play computer games,

watch TV

2-3 times / week: Yard work,

bowling, golf

3-5 times / week: Longwalks, tennis, running,

cycling, swimming,

racquetball

Every day: Park

farther away and

walk, take stairs

instead of the

elevator, walk

the dog

Activity Pyramid

Start your weekly activity plan with

the base of the pyramid. Enhance your

fitness if possible by choosing other

activities from the pyramid by moving

up. Design activities that will allow you

to be more active and sit less.

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Herbal BenefitsThe Almased Wellness Tea promotes

general health and well-being

Whitethorn:- Supports cardio-vascular functions- Positively affects fat metabolism- Has anti-inflammatory &

anti-oxidant properties

Elder Blossom:- Helps with a good night's sleep- Supports circulatory & digestive systems- Supports the immune system

Marjoram:- Has stimulating & relaxing functions- Reduces bloating & other stomach

problems- Supports respiratory system

Woodruff:- Supports digestion- Alleviates headaches & menstrual pains- Acts calming, soothing & antispasmodic

(against cramps)

Celery:- Acts as a diuretic- Strengthens circulation- Helps support healthy blood sugar and

blood pressure levels

The AlmasedWellness TeaThe perfect complement to Almased

This delicious loose leaf tea is a blend ofselect all-natural herbs, including white-

thorn, elder blossom, marjoram, woodruffand celery. The tea is naturally caffeine-free and promotes restfulness and sleep.Try it for breakfast, in the evening or asan iced beverage anytime!


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For a two-week diet plan withAlmased, including deliciousrecipes, read our Figure Plan:The 14-Day Program, alsoavailable for people with diabetesand for those who want to fastthe healthy way with Almased.To order your FREE copies,contact us toll-free at1-877-256-2733or visitwww.almased.com!

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Quick and PermanentWeight Loss with Almased

Speeds up your

metabolismImproves energy,fitness and well-being

Supports insulin andblood sugar levels

Optimizes every diet

To order Almased

call 1-877-ALMASED

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Delicious vegetable broth:Cut up 1 pound (approx. 500g) of different fresh vegetables (e.g. broccoli,

leek, potatoes, tomatoes, onions, beans, turnip cabbage, spinach, peas,

cabbage, and bell peppers) in small pieces and saut lightly.

Cook until soft in approx. 2 liters of water in a pressure

cooker or regular pot (increased cooking

time). Pour the cooked vegetable broththrough a strainer, filter out

the solid pieces, and only

drink the liquid.

SECOND WEEK AND BEYONDBreakfast and Dinner:8 tablespoons of Almased (50 g)in low-fat milk and 1 teaspooncinnamon or unsweetenedcocoa powder, if desired.

Noon:Vegetables and saladwith lean meat or fish.

MyBikini-Emergency-Planat a glance...works for every season!

FIRST WEEKMorning, Noon, Evening:In the first week, replace all3 meals with 8 level table-spoons of Almased mixedin water for each meal. Drink

vegetable broth along withthis diet, as much as you like.

IMPORTANT!

Inaddition,drinkplenty

ofwater(approx.2-2.5

litersaday),ifpossible

richinminerals.

Themoreyoudrink,the

fasteryouwill

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