What is Herbalife?
Herbalife is a scientifically
formulated, herbal-based, calorie-reduced nutrition program. It is centered around our
unique high-energy, protein-rich, nutritional "shake" or meal replacement drink,
Formula #1, to which has been added food supplements containing important vitamins,
minerals, essential fatty acids and nutritional herbs. The Herbalife program has been used
for weight control and health enhancement since 1980, literally by millions of individuals
around the world.
Do You Lose Weight Because You Skip
Meals?
No. Herbalife's calorie-reduced program
encourages participants to eat three meals daily. Two usual meals are in the form of our
nutritionally balanced meal replacement drink, and the third is any meal of your choice.
In addition, Herbalife has devised a seven-day recommended meal plan which is distributed
with its program. Diets which require people to skip meals are unhealthy and stimulate
binge eating.
Is Herbalife A "Liquid
Protein" or Starvation Diet?
Definitely not! Herbalife is neither of
these. Our program supplies at least 1000 Calories daily and is nutritionally complete so
individuals can lose weight safely and effectively, and, just as important, keep the
weight off. "Liquid protein" diets, which use nutritionally unbalanced
protein-based drinks, or starvation diets, which reduce calories so low (less than 500
calories daily) that people literally starve to lose weight, are both extremely unhealthy
and have less than 20% long-term success.
How Does Herbalife Work?
Herbalife supplies all the balanced
nutrition the body needs on a daily basis. Individuals, who choose to, can lose excess
weight by reducing excess calories without sacrificing important nutrients like protein,
potassium and iron. As a result, they feel their best while they lose both excess weight
and inches.
Is Herbalife "Natural"?
The Herbalife program is based entirely
on nutrition and herbs. The program does not use drugs, medications, hormones or other
synthetic agents to promote weight loss. All ingredients in the Herbalife program must
fulfil three important conditions: purity, potency and stability. This is how we maintain
the high level of quality associated with the Herbalife name.
What Causes The Feeling Of Increased
Energy? Is It Caffeine?
The weight loss and energy-enhancing
effects of Herbalife are the result of its scientifically balanced nutritional formula.
They are not due to caffeine or any natural or synthetic stimulant. Herbalife's 100%
herbal guarana product contains pure guarana which has a naturally occurring caffeine
content of about 30 mg. per tablet (the same amount of caffeine as a small cola drink). No
chemical caffeine is added to our guarana product, and there is absolutely no caffeine in
any other Herbalife product.
Are The Vitamin Levels, Like Vitamin
A, High? Are They Safe?
The levels of vitamins and minerals in
all Herbalife formulas are carefully designed to assure that individuals consuming them
will not develop deficiencies or excesses. All of our formulas are created to assure that
all individuals, regardless of their nutritional needs, receive optimum nutrition. Studies
demonstrate that there are no "buildup" of vitamins or minerals associated with
the use of Herbalife products, including Vitamin A. In formulating Herbalife products, we
have taken special care to assure that Vitamin A levels are completely safe and never lead
to accumulation, even when consumed together with a diet rich in Vitamin A.
What Do The Herbs Do And Are They
Safe?
Herbs are nature's bounty. They are
rich sources of vitamins, minerals, fiber and related nutrients essential for good health.
The herbal mixtures used in Herbalife products have been created by experts to maximize
nutritional potency. The herbs are the highest quality available anywhere in the world and
are free of pesticide residues and other possible contaminants. Tableting of the herbal
mixtures occurs under strict quality control to assure both purity and safety.
Can Everyone Use Herbalife?
Yes. Since Herbalife products are 100%
nutritional food supplements, they are safe for everyone. Certain individuals including
children, pregnant or lactating women, insulin dependent diabetics and those with
compromised kidney function are advised to consult with their physician before beginning
this or any other weight loss program.
Does The FDA Have A Problem With
Herbalife? Is It Approved?
In 1986 the U.S. Food and Drug
Administration thoroughly evaluated the Herbalife Program and issued a statement declaring
that all of the Herbalife products were safe. However, the FDA does not actually approve
any nutritional product or food supplement, only drugs, medications and medical devices.
In addition, whenever Herbalife is introduced into a new country, it is reviewed by that
country's government before it is approved for importation and distribution.
Has The Herbalife Program Been
Tested?
Absolutely. The Herbalife program has
had extensive clinical testing in the United States and Great Britain. All of the studies
have demonstrated that Herbalife products are safe and effective on both the short term
and long term basis. In addition, each batch of Herbalife products is quality-control
tested to ensure product integrity before it is shipped anywhere in the world.
No. The Herbalife Weight Control
Program has been specifically designed by experts and doctors in the fields of food
technology and nutritional medicine so that it is completely self-explanatory and
therefore does not require or expect nutritional expertise on the part of its
distributors. However, the Herbalife Medical and Scientific Advisory Board offers its
distributors extensive nutritional education in the form of literature, tapes, and
seminars.
Does The Herbalife Program Change
Eating Habits?
Definitely. The Herbalife Program
promotes good nutritional habits like reducing fat, fried foods, salt and sugar in the
diet and increasing fiber and complex carbohydrates. Most important, Herbalife teaches
individuals how to achieve and maintain an ideal weight. It is a lifetime health program
that works for everyone.
Is Exercise A Part Of The Herbalife
Program?
Herbalife encourages participants to
follow a healthy lifestyle that includes good nutrition, regular exercise, moderation in
the use of alcohol and avoiding tobacco use. The Herbalife Program works even if
individuals do not or cannot exercise. Many people cannot exercise because of serious
injuries or other health programs. Even these individuals can use the Herbalife Program to
lose weight successfully.
There Enough Fluid and Fiber
In The Herbalife Program?
Yes. When followed as recommended, the
Herbalife Program provides approximately four pints of liquid and 25 grams of fiber. This
is more than is found in the average diet of industrialized countries and is the level
recommended by health authorities world-wide. Supplemental fiber tablets are available for
those who wish to further increase their daily fiber intake.
Is The Herbalife Program Recommended
By Doctors?
Absolutely. Herbalife has a Medical and
Scientific Advisory Board that tests and researches Herbalife products and continually
monitors reports of results sent by customers and distributors. In addition, many
physicians and other professionals in all parts of the world use Herbalife both in their
personal lives and in their practices.
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