8. THE BATTLE WITHIN OUR CELLS FREE RADICALS ARE PRODUCED BY OUR CELLS. THEY INITIATE DESTRUCTIVE CHAIN REACTIONS THAT DAMAGE OUR CELLS. ANTIOXIDANTS CAN NEUTRALIZE FREE RADICALS TO STOP THE DESTRUCTIVE CHAIN REACTIONS VS A FREE RADICAL IS A REACTIVE MOLECULE WITH A “MISSING” ELECTRON IN ITS OUTER SHELL. AN ANTIOXIDANT NEUTRALIZES A FREE RADICAL BY “DONATING” AN ELECTRON TO IT.
9. OUR CELLS ARE “INVISIBLE MIRACLES” “ With the right combination of all the nutrients essential for life, I could maintain human cells in a healthy state… without any signs of degeneration or disease.” Dr Myron Wentz Founder and Chairman, USANA Health Sciences, Inc., Recipient of the Albert Einstein Award in the Life Sciences, 2007 OUR CELLS HAVE AN INATE ABILITY TO STAY HEALTHY, AND REPAIR THEMSELVES WHEN DAMAGED. DNA 1) ALL THE NUTRIENTS AS “BUILDING BLOCKS” . 2) ANTIOXIDANT PROTECTION FROM FREE RADICAL DAMAGE .
10. YOUR FOUR ACTIONS FOR HEALTH WE MUST MAKE LIFESTYLE CHOICES THAT GIVE OUR CELLS THE BEST CHANCE OF STAYING HEALTHY. EAT RIGHT 1 EXERCISE REGULARLY 2 MINIMIZE STRESS 3 MAKE NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENTATION A LIFE-LONG HABIT 4
11. (1) EAT RIGHT IDEAL FOOD PYRAMID “ EAT LOW IN THE FOOD CHAIN.” - Dr Myron Wentz UNPROCESSED UNCOOKED, VARIETY LOTS AND LOTS : VEGETABLES, FRUITS, PLANT OILS like OLIVE, LEGUMES, NUTS, WHOLE GRAIN FOODS. MODERATELY : LEAN MEAT, POULTRY, FISH, EGGS, YOGURT, CHEESE. SPARINGLY : SUGAR, FAT, e.g. RED MEAT, BUTTER.
12. HOW HEALTHY IS YOUR DIET? IDEAL FOOD PYRAMID WHAT DO YOU CONSIDER WHEN DECIDING YOUR NEXT MEAL? ACTUAL CONSUMPTION PYRAMID
17. AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION SUPPORTS ADULTS TAKING VITAMINS JAMA 2002, 287(23): 3117-29 “… insufficient vitamin intake is apparently a cause of chronic diseases. Recent evidence has shown that suboptimal levels of vitamins, even well above those causing deficiency syndromes , are risk factors for chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease, cancer, and osteoporosis.” - Dr Robert H Fletcher MD. MSc “ Most people do not consume an optimal amount of all vitamins by diet alone. Pending strong evidence of effectiveness from randomized trials, it appears prudent for all adults to take vitamin supplements.” - Dr Robert H Fletcher MD. MSc
18. IS THERE A NUTRITIONAL“MAGIC BULLET”? NATURALLY THE BEST ? NO SINGLE NATURAL PLANT CAN PROVIDE ALL THE NUTRIENTS THE CELL REQUIRES - IN THE RIGHT AMOUNT - IN THE RIGHT FORM - AT THE RIGHT BALANCE. OUR BODY NEEDS BROAD-BASED, BALANCED NUTRITION Nutritional supplements, including USANA products, do not treat or prevent diseases. They maintain health by providing nutrients that we may lack in our diet.
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20. “ BEST OF BEST” SUPPLEMENT IN NORTH AMERICA Lyle MacWilliam, Bsc, MSc, FP, former Canadian Member of Parliament and Member of the Legislative Assembly for British Columbia THE MOST COMPREHENSIVE COMPARATIVE STUDY IN THE WORLD: 18 CRITERIA: 1) Completeness 2) Potency 3) Mineral Forms 4) Bioactivity of Vit. E 5) Gamma Tocopherol 6) Antioxidant Support 7) Bone Health 8) Heart Health 9) Liver Health 10) Metabolic Health 11) Ocular Health 12) Methylation Support 13) Lipotropic Factors 14) Inflammation Control 15) Glycation Control 16) Bioflavonoid Profile 17) Phenolic Compounds Profile 18) Potential Toxicities
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30. THE POWER OF EVERYDAY Start when young and healthy And Stick with it – Nutritional Supplements take time to work.
31. TAKE CHARGE OF YOUR HEALTH WE CANNOT WAIT FOR OTHERS TO CHANGE. MAKE A COMMITMENT RIGHT NOW 98 % OF TOTAL HEALTH CARE EXPENDITURE TODAY GO TO TREATING THE SICK. ONLY 2% GO TOWARD KEEPING PEOPLE HEALTHY. EAT RIGHT TAKE A NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENT MINIMISE STRESS EXERCISE REGULARLY 1 2 3 4
32. DO IT RIGHT FOR OUR FAMILY CHILDREN BECOME WHAT THEY SEE … AND MAKE IT A LIFE-LONG HABIT EAT RIGHT ADD NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENT MINIMIZE STRESS EXERCISE REGULARLY 1 2 3 4 Love life, and live it to its fullest in happiness and health - Dr Myron Wentz
33. TAKE CHARGE OF YOUR HEALTH THANK YOU This presentation is for the sole purpose of education in terms of lifestyle choices that lead to good health. USANA products are not intended to prevent, treat, diagnose, mitigate the symptoms of, or cure any disease, and these slides should not be used to imply otherwise.
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Unlike 100 years ago when infectious diseases dominate, degenerative diseases are now the major problem of world health. (Singapore is no exception). Despite billions of dollars in global research, there remain no effective cure for most of the top killers. The numbers are frightening. If we go by the statistics, over half of the people in this room will die of either cancer, heart disease or stroke.
Unlike 100 years ago when infectious diseases dominate, degenerative diseases are now the major problem of world health. (Singapore is no exception). Despite billions of dollars in global research, there remain no effective cure for most of the top killers. The numbers are frightening. If we go by the statistics, over half of the people in this room will die of either cancer, heart disease or stroke.
Unlike 100 years ago when infectious diseases dominate, degenerative diseases are now the major problem of world health. (Singapore is no exception). Despite billions of dollars in global research, there remain no effective cure for most of the top killers. The numbers are frightening. If we go by the statistics, over half of the people in this room will die of either cancer, heart disease or stroke.
Unlike 100 years ago when infectious diseases dominate, degenerative diseases are now the major problem of world health. (Singapore is no exception). Despite billions of dollars in global research, there remain no effective cure for most of the top killers. The numbers are frightening. If we go by the statistics, over half of the people in this room will die of either cancer, heart disease or stroke.
But most degenerative diseases are preventable. We must first understand that these diseases are NOT an inevitable result of old age. “Old” does not equal “Sick” – not necessarily. Almost all degenerative diseases result from cumulated damage to our cells. So, if we protect our cells from damage, we have the best chance to live a long healthy life.
Our cells are damaged by Free Radicals. A free radical is a molecule with unpaired electrons in its outer shell. It is highly reactive, and will “rob” a neighboring molecule of its electron, which in turn becomes a free radical – setting off a chain reaction of destruction. Free radicals come not only from pollution and toxins from the outside, but are also generated by our cells during the process of burning food for energy. So there is no practical way of avoiding them. What we need are Antioxidants to protect our cells. Antioxidants donate electrons to free radicals, but do not become free radicals as a result. Hence they stop the chain reaction of destruction. We should get a significant amount of antioxidants from our food. The more the antioxidants in our body, the less damage free radicals cause.
Dr Myron Wentz, the founder of USANA Health Sciences calls our cells “Invisible Miracles”. They inspire awe in their ability to stay healthy and repair themselves. While cells eventually die, they produce their next generation as exact replica of themselves. The DNA in the nucleus is like a computer code that tells the cells what to do and how to stay healthy. In fact, Dr Myron Wentz postulates that cells can remain healthy indefinitely, provided they are given all the nutrients they need (as building blocks) and all the protection they need from cellular damage.
So, in our quest to stay healthy even as we age, we must make lifestyle choices that nourish and protect our cells. There are 4 practical actions that we should all be committed to: Eat Right Exercise Regularly Minimize Stress Add a nutritional supplement
First, let us look at Eating Right. Eating right gives our cells the most basic building blocks to build new, healthy cells. Variety is key. The Food pyramid gives us a good guide on how our daily diet should be. (Go though the different food groups.) Dr Myron Wentz like to say, “Eat Low in the Food Chain.” But that is not enough. Processing and Cooking often destroys a lot of the nutrients. So we should not only strive to eat lots of fruits, vegetables and whole grains – but also in as raw a form as we can get.
Unfortunately, we often eat what we like to eat, not what we should. Ask yourself, when deciding on what to eat, do you think “delicious”? Or “healthy”?
Often, unhealthy food appear more attractive. We have been accustomed to the taste of fat, oil, deep frying, and generous amounts of sugar, salt and spices. So the first step in taking charge of your health involves mentally committing to eating right.
Next, we have to exercise regularly. The human body is designed for movement for many reasons, and regular activity helps our cells in many ways. While our circulatory system has a pump (the heart) to transport nutrients and oxygen to the cells, the lymphatic system that removes the waste material from the cells back into the blood stream relies on muscular movement to work. Inactivity results in an accumulation of toxic waste material in our cells. Exercise also promotes cardiovascular fitness and slows the loss of muscle mass. Yet we are often attuned to inactivity. We drive instead of walk or cycle. Our children prefer video games than outdoor games. We do not need to over-exert ourselves. But we DO need to commit to regular movement.
The third action is to minimize stress, and not just mental stress. By reducing the oxidative stress on our cells, we can lower the rate of cellular damage. Avoid unhealthy habits like smoking and excessive drinking. Perfumes, for example, often contain concentrated chemicals that go right through our skin. Be aware of the environment, and avoid polluted areas. Dr Wentz recently published a book on the danger of mercury in dental filling – another source of toxicity. Finally, embrace happiness and learn to deal with stressful situation. In summary, all actions that reduce the oxidative load on our body give a chance for our body to heal. It is not enough just to have good antioxidant protection if the rate of attack and damage continue to exceed the rate of defense and repair.
Lastly, we need to add a good quality nutritional supplement as a life-long habit. We mentioned earlier that the body requires the basic building blocks that are provide by food. These include macro-nutrients like carbohydrates, protein and fat. It also includes micro nutrients like vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Today, the higher nutrient requirements because of our lifestyle, and the simultaneous lower nutrient value in food makes supplementation prudent. While our standard of living has gone up, and fewer people are going hungry, we cannot ascertain the amount of nutrients in our food. Many people are overfed but undernourished.
Lastly, we need to add a good quality nutritional supplement as a life-long habit. We mentioned earlier that the body requires the basic building blocks that are provide by food. These include macro-nutrients like carbohydrates, protein and fat. It also includes micro nutrients like vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Today, the higher nutrient requirements because of our lifestyle, and the simultaneous lower nutrient value in food makes supplementation prudent. While our standard of living has gone up, and fewer people are going hungry, we cannot ascertain the amount of nutrients in our food. Many people are overfed but undernourished.
However, many people approach nutrition by looking for the “Magic Bullet”. Every so often, a new supplement will come on the market claiming to be the “one” product that will solve all our health products. So people go around trying out new products – aloe vera, noni, lingzhi or spirulina – in the hope of finding one that is suitable for them. Unfortunately, no one single natural product contains all the nutrients in the right amount and balance for our nutritional needs. What we need is broad-based nutrition, because nutrients often work in synergy with one another.
The USANA Essentials is the basic foundation nutrition for every adult. It contains a broad range of vitamins, minerals, trace elements and phyto-nutrients that are essential for cellular health. Together, these nutrients provide an unmatched number of oxidation defense mechanisms. When you go through the list, you will understand why USANA is often known as “the antioxidant company”. The USANA Essentials is the result of decades of research and experience by Dr Myron Wentz. It is the best-selling product in USANA, and widely trusted by people all over the world. Everyone in this room should be on the USANA Essentials.
Lyle MacWilliam, a Canadian expert in nutrition ranked the USANA Essentials #1 among over 500 supplements in North America. Lyle MacWilliam is an ex-MP of Canada, and is on the panel of consultants put together by the Canadian Ministry of Health when it was drawing up the law governing nutritional supplements in Canada. Lyle averaged the recommendation of 7 published experts to determine a benchmark he called the “Blended Standard”, and compared all supplements to this standard. He looked at how each supplement fulfilled 14 different criteria that are important for keeping us healthy.
USANA has been voted the Best Dietary Supplement company in Utah’s “Best of State” award. This shows you the recognition accorded to USANA by the business community in Utah State – where close to 100 nutritional supplements manufacturers are based. Let me introduce you to the products you can buy in USANA Singapore. USANA’s nutritional system consists of Essentials as the basic foundation. The other products are called Optimizers – i.e., you add them to Essentials to “customize” the nutrition to your needs. The Optimizers are color-coded, so that those with purple labels contain nutrients that are good for cardiovascular health, those with orange labels support health cellular metabolism, etc.
Which brings us to 6 reasons why you should trust USANA with your health. USANA offers you a science-based nutritional system based on a broad, balanced range of nutrients in their most bioavailable forms. To ensure you receive the highest quality of products, USANA manufactures all its nutritional products in-house to a voluntary standard that is much higher than required by US law. This means that while our products are not pharmaceuticals, we adopt standards of quality control that pharmaceutical companies are required to conform to. This allows USANA to give a 100% potency guarantee on every bottle – i.e., what you read on the label is what you find in the bottle. USANA is also the first to offer world class athletes a million dollar guarantee – which assure the best athletes in the world that our products are free from banned performance enhancing substances.
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In determining your personal USANA nutritional needs, please consider the following points: In general, those who or older, weaker and sick require MORE nutrition, not less. This is because age and illness often lead to a loss of appetite, and poorer uptake of nutrients by our body. The lack of nutrients makes the body less able to respond or recover, and so the spiral of problems worsens. (For example, if we start taking supplements when we are young, we probably need only the Essentials. But the older and weaker among us may need to add more Optimizers.) Always take the recommended dosage, and stay on it. Many people expect to feel better within weeks of starting on a supplement. They are often disappointed because it often take months for you to feel the difference.
Today, we spend 98 out of every 100 health care dollars to treat diseases. But it is much easier to protect one’s health than to regain it after it has been lost. We should not wait for others to change. We should make a commitment right now – to eat right, to exercise regularly, to minimize stress, and to take a nutritional supplement. We have to do it as a life-long habit.
If we do not take any action, then we become part of the statistics, and part of the problem. Our children will grow up to be just like us, because children become what they see. If we feed ourselves with convenient junk food, our children will grow up doing the same. If we sit ourselves in front of the TV all evening, our children will grow up to be couch potatoes too. If we get angry at every minor incident, our children will grow up as stressful adults And if we treat nutritional supplements like a fad or an inconvenience, our children will never learn how important they are. So build yourself a happy family. Love life, and live it to its fullest in happiness and health.
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