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2012-09-20T08:44:00.002-07:00

Benefit of drinking green tea: The proof is in -- drinking tea is healthy, says Harvard Women’s Health Watch

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Although tea drinking has been associated with health benefits for centuries, only in recent years have its medicinal properties been investigated scientifically. The October issue of Harvard Women's Health Watch recognizes the healthy power of tea while helping readers get the most out of their cups.
Tea's health benefits are largely due to its high content of flavonoids — plant-derived compounds that are antioxidants. Green tea is the best food source of a group called catechins. In test tubes, catechins are more powerful than vitamins C and E in halting oxidative damage to cells and appear to have other disease-fighting properties. Studies have found an association between consuming green tea and a reduced risk for several cancers, including, skin, breast, lung, colon, esophageal, and bladder.
Additional benefits for regular consumers of green and black teas include a reduced risk for heart disease. The antioxidants in green, black, and oolong teas can help block the oxidation of LDL (bad) cholesterol, increase HDL (good) cholesterol and improve artery function. A Chinese study published recently in the Archives of Internal Medicine showed a 46%-65% reduction in hypertension risk in regular consumers of oolong or green tea, compared to non-consumers of tea.

The October issue provides a few tips to get the most out of tea-drinking:
Drinking a cup of tea a few times a day to absorb antioxidants and other healthful plant compounds. In green-tea drinking cultures, the usual amount is three cups per day. Allow tea to steep for three to five minutes to bring out its catechins. The best way to get the catechins and other flavonoids in tea is to drink it freshly brewed. Decaffeinated, bottled ready-to-drink tea preparations, and instant teas have less of these compounds. Tea can impede the absorption of iron from fruits and vegetables. Adding lemon or milk or drinking tea between meals will counteract this problem.

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2012-08-14T09:51:00.002-07:00

Is Job Stress Aging You Faster?

August 13, 2012

A stressful job can shorten telomeres and lead to faster aging.

T.G.I.M.—Thank Goodness It’s Monday. Now, that’s something you don’t hear very often. For most people, the start of a new week means returning to the daily grind: work, stress, and exhaustion. Now research shows that work-related exhaustion hurts you more than you think—it can actually shorten the length of telomeres, which speeds up aging.
The study, published in PLoS One, used data from the Health 2000 Study and consisted of 2,911 Finnish men and women aged 30-64. Results showed that 18 percent of subjects had mild work-related exhaustion while 5 percent had severe work-related exhaustion. Interestingly, severe exhaustion was most common among female, unmarried, manual laborers, and ill workers.
Work-related exhaustion was assessed using a reliable and valid measure of occupational burnout. The average summary score was calculated as no exhaustion, mild exhaustion, or severe exhaustion.
Comparing telomere length to the results of the work-related exhaustion survey showed that those with severe exhaustion had significantly shorter telomeres than those with mild or no exhaustion. The results remained significant even after adjustment for marital status, occupation type, daily smoking, body mass index (BMI), physical illness, and common mental disorders.
Telomeres protect the genetic information within cells by acting as caps at chromosomal ends. Over time, telomeres gradually shorten leading to DNA damage and cell death. Because of this relationship, the length of telomeres can serve as a biomarker for biological age.
Similar to previous research, this study suggested that age, sex, and BMI are related to telomere length. Also, men, older people, and obese people had shorter white blood cell (leukocyte) telomeres than others.
General recommendations to protect DNA are to exercise regularly, eat a balanced diet, and avoid smoking. Now, add to the list adopting a stress-free work environment. For most people, that is easier said than done.
Not to worry—Isagenix has your back. Supplementation with Ionix Supreme and Ageless Essentials Daily Pack with Product B can protect your telomeres by fighting the effects of stress and exhaustion. Take a deep breath, relax, and nourish your body with Isagenix.
Reference: Ahola K, Siren I, Kivimaki M et al. Work-related exhaustion and telomere length: a population-based study. PLoS One 2012;7:e40186. Doi: 10.137/journal/pone.0040186

2012-04-18T15:42:00.000-07:00

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Chocolate is Unfailingly Good for Your Heart

Chocolate is a heart-healthy Valentine's gift, according to a systematic review

A box of chocolates this Valentine’s Day may be key for a long-lasting, healthy relationship… and heart, according to a systematic review and meta-analysis just published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition.

The study pooled data from 42 randomized controlled trials that included 1,297 subjects and found consistent short- and long-term cardiovascular benefits from intake of chocolate, cocoa, or cocoa flavanols—the antioxidant components of chocolate. Chocolate eating was associated with better toned blood vessels, blood flow, and maintenance of blood pressure. Additionally, chocolate eating was linked to better insulin sensitivity, a previously unreported finding.

The researchers evaluated several effects of cocoa flavanols on cardiovascular risk factors such as blood vessel elasticity (endothelial function), inflammation, and platelet function. Notably, chocolate appeared to help blood vessels become more elastic and flexible regardless of how much eaten per day.For most of us, the quantity of chocolate we eat is not a problem, but as usual, quality is the key. The study results are no reason to over-indulge in chocolate, the authors caution, as the sugar-and-fat calories can quickly add up. Unless the goal is to gain weight, there still needs to be moderation in chocolate-eating habits.

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Feeling bitter about dark chocolate for your Valentine? Give your sweetie a sweeter version with the new IsaDelight Plus Milk Chocolates. Still packed with cocoa flavanols, green tea extract, and amino acids, IsaDelight Plus Milk Chocolates offer a delicious, antioxidant-rich alternative.

For chocolate lovers, the additional evidence confirming cocoa’s heart-health benefits is great news. However, note that chocolate will not undo years of inactivity and a poor diet. Yet it can help jump-start the journey towards a healthier heart and overall you, especially when combined with Cleanse Days and Shake Days of an Isagenix system.

Reference

Hooper L et al. effects of chocolate, cocoa, and flavan-3-ols on cardiovascular health: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized trials. Am J Clin Nutr 2012; doi: 10.3945/ajcn.111.023457.

2012-04-18T15:21:00.002-07:00

Environmental Pollution Linked to Short Telomeres

April 17, 2012

Research has found that Italian women living near illegal toxic waste dumps have shorter telomeres.

Living too close to a landfill containing hazardous waste is associated with premature aging at the level of telomeres, according to a new study from University of Naples Federico II in Italy.

The length of telomeres, protective caps on the ends of chromosomes, is considered a biological marker of aging. Telomeres shorten with age and when exposed to oxidative stress, the amount of which can be raised by a number of factors including environmental pollution.

To evaluate how environmental pollution can affect telomeres, the Italian researchers evaluated blood samples of 50 pregnant women who lived in close proximity to illegal hazardous waste dumps in Italy’s Campania region.They found that the women had significantly shorter telomeres compared to women living in other areas free of the landfills. In addition, the women who lived closest to the dumps were most likely to have short telomeres.

The researchers also reported that low activity of the enzyme telomerase—necessary to maintain telomere length integrity—was detected in the pollution-exposed women as well.

2012-04-18T15:19:00.002-07:00

“These findings may have implications for understanding how, at the cellular level, environmental stress may promote earlier onset of age-related diseases,” wrote the researchers, who published their findings in Gene.

Italy’s Campania region—between Acerra, Nola, and Marigliano—has been dubbed the “triangle of death” because of reports of an unusually high number of deaths from cancer (as well as birth defects). Illegal hazardous waste dumping in the region is thought to contribute to these deaths. There are an estimated 1,230 illegal hazardous waste dumps in the area.

The research may be used to implicate the local illegal dumping as a health hazard and steer enforcement of landfill regulations in the region.

According to an article in New Scientist, industrial waste products called dioxins may be to blame for the effect on telomeres. Dioxins are dangerous chemicals found widely in the environment that are linked to interfering with hormones, reproductive problems, and chronic diseases. Short telomeres have been linked to several age-related diseases including cardiovascular disease, Alzheimer’s disease, and some cancers.

According to the World Health Organization, more than 90 percent of the exposure to dioxins in humans is from foods such as meat, dairy, fish, and shellfish. For this reason, governments have programs in place to monitor the food supply for dioxins.

Reference: Felice BD, et al. Telomere shortening in women resident close to waste landfill sites. Gene. 2012 March 20 [Epub ahead of print]. doi:

http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.gene.2012.03.040

2012-04-10T13:06:00.001-07:00

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2012-04-05T11:14:00.001-07:00

Fructose Is Not “Toxic” and Can Help Control Blood Sugar

February 29, 2012

Fructose is healthy at levels found in fruits, new research confirms.

Fructose, found naturally in fruits and vegetables, has been unfairly singled out as a scapegoat for the obesity epidemic, Canadian researchers say.

The sugar is not “toxic,” does not cause weight gain any different than any other source of carbohydrate when consumed in excess, does not affect blood pressure any differently, and can even help manage blood sugar when consumed in amounts normally obtained from fruit. These were the findings of three extensive systematic reviews that analyzed well-designed randomized controlled feeding trials to evaluate the effects of fructose as compared to other sources of carbohydrates.

These meta-analyses revealed the following:

Fructose had no significant effect on body weight in an analysis of 31 calorie-controlled trials. Excess calories coming from any source of carbohydrates contributed to weight gain regardless of type.
Fructose demonstrated no adverse effect on blood pressure when compared to other carbohydrate sources in an analysis of 15 trials, contrary to previously raised concerns.
Some fructose, up to and around 10 grams per meal, could improve glycemic control (blood sugar control), according to analysis of six trials.

The authors caution that fructose at high doses such as found in many sugar-sweetened sodas (often 25 grams or higher) can increase body weight. However, the weight gain would be attributed to the extra calories consumed and not because of any unique property of fructose.

John L. Sievenpiper, M.D., Ph.D., Russel J. de Souza, ScD, RD, and David Jenkins, M.D., Ph.D., D.Sc., from St. Michael’s Hospital in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, along with their research team published their findings in the February issues of Annals of Internal Medicine, the British Journal of Nutrition, and Hypertension.

Funding for their research came primarily from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research.

Fructose is often singled out in the popular press because of the prominence of high-fructose corn syrup, which is about 45 percent glucose and 55 percent fructose, in a variety of processed foods. Notably, in these reviews, the researchers concentrated on fructose only and excluded studies on high-fructose corn syrup.

The research is presented in the face of controversy because of a previously published commentary in Nature authored by Robert Lustig, M.D., and colleagues, in which they described the sugar as “toxic.” In response to Lustig’s paper, Sievenpiper, de Souza, and Jenkins wrote to the publication saying:

Robert Lustig and colleagues argue that sugar is “toxic,” focusing on the “deadly effect” of the fructose moiety of sucrose. But they are directing attention away from the problem of general overconsumption.

Guidelines on healthy eating encourage fruit consumption, and fruit and fruit products are the third-largest source of fructose in the US diet.

Our meta-analyses of controlled feeding trials indicate a net metabolic benefit, with no harmful effects, from fructose at a level of intake obtainable from fruit.

Their criticism was published as “Correspondence” in the 23 February issue ofNature accompanied by comments of other scientists. The other comments called the “opinion paper” of Lustig and colleagues “extreme,” “ludicrous,” and “sensationalism.” They also made the point that the paper contained oversimplifications that sought to demonize sugar rather than address the complex factors (such as overeating and sedentary lifestyle) associated with obesity in a way that would serve public health.

In their comment, clinical nutritionists Christiani Jeyakumar Henry, Ph.D., and Viren Ranawana, Ph.D., of the Singapore Institute, wrote that “contribution of sugar towards chronic diseases is more relevant to developed countries than the developing world,” and that it’s more likely that overconsumption of high-glycemic carbohydrates are what mainly contribute to obesity and diabetes.

Fructose, unlike other sugars, is low glycemic because it's metabolized differently.

Fructose, metabolized differently than glucose and other sugars, doesn’t stimulate insulin and is characteristicallylow glycemic. For these reasons, it’s often used in low-glycemic food applications (and mainly in amounts similar to what’s in fruit). It’s also higher in stability and perceived sweetness compared to other sugars, which leads to less use of sugar overall.

References

Sievenpiper JL, de Souza RJ, Mirrahimi A et al. Effect of Fructose on Body Weight in Controlled Feeding Trials: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. Ann Intern Med2012;156:291-304.

Sievenpiper JL, Chiavaroli L, de Souza RJ et al. ‘Catalytic’ doses of fructose may benefit glycaemic control without harming cardiometabolic risk factors: a small meta-analysis of randomised controlled feeding trials. Br J Nutr 2012;1-6. doi:10.1017/S000711451200013X

Ha V, Sievenpiper JL, de Souza RJ et al. Effect of Fructose on Blood Pressure: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Controlled Feeding Trials. Hypertension 2012. doi: 10.1161/HYPERTENSIONAHA.111.182311

Lustig RH, Schmidt LA, Brindis CD. “Public health: The toxic truth about sugar.” Nature482, 27-29 (02 February 2012). doi: 10.1038/482027a

Sievenpiper JL, de Souza RJ, Jenkins DJA. “Sugar: fruit fructose is still healthy.” Correspondence. Nature 482, 470 (23 February 2012) doi: 10.1038/482470e

Henry CJ, Ranawana V. “Sugar: a problem of developed countries.” Correspondence. Nature 482 (23 February 2012) doi: 10.1038/482471a

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2012-03-31T19:25:00.000-07:00

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Happy 10th Anniversary, Isagenix!

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Happy 10th anniversary, Isagenix®!
On this day in 2002, the Isagenix vision to impact world health and free people from physical and financial pain was born. Since then, hundreds of thousands of lives have been changed for the better. The best part? We’re just getting started!
While this may be a day that you decide to toast to Isagenix with a glass of refreshing Want More Energy?® or nibble on our decadent IsaDelight Plus™ Milk or Dark Chocolate, we invite you to join us at the celebration of a lifetime this August 9-12, 2012 in Phoenix, Arizona for 2012 “Your Future Starts Today” Celebration. We’re going back to where it all began and have so many exciting announcements and new products to share with you!
Plus, three incredible keynote speakers will join us on stage this year. Get ready for cutting-edge advice from leading economist and world renowned speaker Paul Zane Pilzer who will share the importance of creating extra streams of income, how you can overcome the downed economy and much more. Best-selling authors, life and relationship experts Jack Canfield (co-creator of the Chicken Soup for the Soul book series) and John Gray (author of the Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus book series) will also take to the stage to give you the full picture of Isagenix wellness.
You don’t want to miss out on this year’s Celebration! Visit IsagenixCelebration.com right away to learn more and log in to your Back Office “Events” section to secure your tickets. We’re on track to sell out soon, so don’t wait!
Be sure to check your email today for a special anniversary message from Co-Founders Jim and Kathy Coover and Director of Field Relations Erik Coover!

2012-03-31T05:26:00.002-07:00

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For Sharon, Age Is Now Just a Number

At 62, Sharon had succumbed to the notion that losing weight and getting healthy just wasn’t going to happen for someone her age. She had nearly given up on slimming down for good, until she discovered Isagenix®.
Now the svelte senior is enjoying a size 10* figure after dropping 42 pounds* and becoming the third-place winner in the Women’s 50+ Category of the 2009 IsaBody Challenge™. She still can’t believe her eyes when she looks at recent pictures of herself.
“I just keep wondering who the skinny lady is in the pictures,” jokes Sharon of British Columbia.
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Start your ultimate transformation today with the 2010 IsaBody Challenge! Visit your Back Office “My Team” section to sign up or go to IsaBodyChallenge.com to check out the rules, free marketing materials and much more.
*The weight-loss testimonials presented apply only to the individuals depicted, cannot be guaranteed, and should not be considered typical. An unpublished 2008 university study showed a statistically significant weight loss of seven pounds during the first nine days of the Cleansing and Fat Burning System.

2012-03-30T11:22:00.000-07:00

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2012-03-29T16:05:00.002-07:00

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IsaDermix infuses skin with antioxidants, anti-aging peptides and hydrators to replenish, revitalize and protect your body’s largest organ.

What should I know about IsaDermix?

Within the IsaDermix line, there are three complete systems to meet the skincare needs of men, women and teenagers.

IsaDermix® FACE: Age-Defying Collection | The seven products in the Age-Defying Collection work synergistically to purify, nourish and rejuvenate the skin.

IsaDermix® FACE: Cleanse & Revitalize Collection | Now you can enjoy healthy, nourished skin in just three easy steps.

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How can I benefit from using IsaDermix?

IsaDermix contains 34 supportive antioxidants that protect against free-radicals, 7 anti-aging peptides that stimulate the body’s natural ability to replenish and revitalize the skin, as well as powerful hydrators including Vitamin B3 and Sodium Hyaluronate. Our entire line employs advanced technologies so you can see and feel a dramatic whole-body difference.

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Looking for a little variety on your Shake Days?

Mix up your routine by adding one of the

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and six-to-eight ounces of purified water.

Vanilla

IsaLean® Shake:

1. 1 scoop

IsaFruits® and

2 tsp.

Want More Energy?®

2. 1 scoop

IsaFruits® and ¼ cup banana

3. ½ cup of your favorite fresh or frozen berries

4. 1 cup cooled green tea

5. 1 oz.

Ionix® Supreme

Chocolate

IsaLean® Shake:

1. 1 tbsp. organic peanut butter

2. 1 scoop

Isagenix Greens!™

3. 2 tsp. peppermint extract

4. 3-4 organically grown mint leaves

5. ½ cup organic fresh or frozen cherries

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2012-03-28T09:05:00.000-07:00

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Toxin Watch: A Toxicologist’s Word on BPA

March 21, 2012

By Noreen Khan-Mayberry, Ph.D.

A toxic chemical in hard plastics, BPA releases to the environment now exceed 1 million pounds per year.

**The information and statements contained in this work are the professional opinion of Dr. Noreen and are not endorsed, sponsored, or representative of the United States federal government, NASA, or any federal agency. Dr. Noreen’s opinion is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure. **
Bisphenol A (BPA) is a chemical widely used in the manufacturing of polycarbonate plastics and epoxy resins used in many industries. Humans appear to be exposed primarily through food packaging that was manufactured using BPA. However, according to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), these products account for less than 5 percent of the BPA used in the United States! Releases of BPA to the environment exceed one million pounds per year.
BPA is the building block for polycarbonate plastic, which is the hard, clear plastic used in many water bottles. BPA is found in everything from the linings of metal cans (soup cans included), the thermal paper used for cash register receipts (makes the print appear on the receipts), and dental sealants applied to children’s teeth. The chemical mimics the hormone estrogen, and in studies involving lab animals, exposure to BPA, even at very low doses, has been linked to a wide variety of health problems, from an increased risk of prostate cancer, to heart disease, to damage to the reproductive system.
The National Toxicology Program (NTP) in the United States expressed that they have ”some concern” for effects of BPA on the brain, behavior, and prostate gland in fetuses, infants, and children at the current human exposures to bisphenol A. This was their highest concern in regards to BPA, with ”some concern” representing the mid-point of a five-level scale of concern used by the NTP.
The NTP stated that there was not enough evidence on BPA to conclude development of reproductive toxicity in humans, yet they could not rule out the concern entirely.
While the EPA has called for new testing and several states have restricted or banned the use of BPA, estimates from market analyst reports show an annual global demand of BPA at up to 12 billion pounds and growing at about 5 percent per year. Polycarbonate plastics make up 74 percent of BPA use, and epoxy resins account for about 20 percent of production. Baby-bottle and food-can applications combined accounted for less than 5 percent of BPA consumption. That means the phaseouts haven’t put a big dent in overall BPA use.
Exposure to BPA can come from packaging as it leaches into foods and liquids stored in containers containing BPA. However, it can also come from its release into the air (1,2). BPA is found in people who have been tested to show levels of BPA in their systems. BPA binds weakly to the human primary estrogen receptor. This site has stronger binding ability to estrogen and phytoestrogens found in food. BPA binds more strongly to alternate estrogen receptors, which many believe are alternative pathways that lessen the physiological effects.
EPA set a limit of 50 micrograms per day of BPA in 1988 and this limit has caused much debate since many scientists and toxicologists feel that it is too high. Bottle formula-fed babies show intake of 13 micrograms a day for the first year of life. In 2010, EPA decided to look at BPA again and work with other federal agencies to determine BPA’s toxicity.
So what do I do? I avoid BPA as much as possible because I want to limit my low level chronic exposures to my food products. However, due to the fact that 95 percent of BPA use is not in food packaging, I am still concerned with my exposures from other routes, especially in air. Mounting evidence bolsters the argument against BPA use and I will continue to lower my exposures where I can and so should you.
Noreen Khan-Mayberry, Ph.D., is an environmental toxicologist, space toxicologist for NASA, and technical expert on food toxicity, environmental health issues, environmental remediation, and green technologies. “Dr. Noreen” is an author and speaker. She has spoken both nationally and internationally on topics relating to leadership, environmental, and spaceflight toxicology, reducing exposures to toxins and toxicants as well as nutritional and food toxicity. Dr. Noreen’s core mission is to take her knowledge as a toxicologist and make it easily understandable to everyone in order to improve their quality of life, which is demonstrated in her latest book Talking Toxicology. Dr. Noreen has helped countless people identify sources of toxins and toxicants in their home and work environments and she also gives back to the community by providing environmental health seminars for the general public. Dr. Noreen has been featured on talk radio shows as a guest expert on environmental and nutritional toxicity. Dr. Noreen also utilizes social media outlets to provide open forums and free information on toxicology - you can find her @DrNoreen on Twitter and www.facebook.com/doctornoreen on Facebook. Dr. Noreen is also a frequent speaker at Isagenix events and is a regular user of Isagenix products for optimal health and wellness.
References
1. Matsumoto H, Adashi S, Susuki Y. Bisphenol A in ambient air particulates responsible for the proliferation of MCF-7 human breast cancer cells and Its concentration changes over 6 months. Arch Environ Contam Toxicol. 2005 May;48(4):459-66.
2. Huang YQ, Wong CKC, Zheng JS, et al. Bisphenol A (BPA) in China: A review of sources, environmental levels, and potential human health impacts. Environmental International. 2012 July;42:91-99. doi: 10.1016/j.envint.2011.04.010
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2012-03-27T17:19:00.001-07:00

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Top 25 Questions About Isagenix and Nutritional Cleansing

Based on two years of giving advice, Dr. Ina Nozek answers top frequently asked questions about Isagenix

by Ina Nozek, DC, MS, CCN

Looking for a one-stop shop for answers to the most frequently asked questions about Isagenix products?

Over the last two years, I’ve answered hundreds if not thousands of questions about Isagenix products on theIsaProduct Coaching Call. The 30-minute call available twice daily during the week (Monday to Friday 8 a.m. PT and Monday to Thursday at 6:30 p.m. PT) continues to be popular as a “go-to” resource for helpful advice. Now, based on my experience, I’ve compiled the top 25 most frequently asked questions and answers for you. Here they are:

Q. I take a prescription medication. Do I need to check with my doctor before starting Isagenix? After all, it’s just food and supplements!

A. Anyone taking medication and/or under the care of a medical doctor for any medical condition should check with his/her doctor before starting Isagenix or any other nutritional program. Just bring the ingredients of all the products you plan to take to your doctor. Tell the doctor you are about to start a low-calorie healthy eating program and that it involves periodic fasting and incorporates some nutritional supplements. Ask him or her to make sure all the ingredients are okay for your health situation. And then state that you would like him or her to monitor your results. The reason this is important is that sometimes medications need to be adjusted as a result of your increasing health, and only your doctor can do that. (To learn more about the most frequently asked questions from health professionals, listen to this podcast.)

Q. I have diabetes. Can I still use your shakes and can I still perform Deep Cleansing days in my Isagenix program?

A. We have many people with diabetes who are very successful at improving their health with our various systems. It is very important that you have your doctor monitor your blood sugar levels and medication. For some people with diabetes, daily cleansing is more appropriate than deep cleansing, and for some, half an IsaLean Shake at a time may work better than a whole shake at once. However, many people with diabetes have had great results with deep cleansing programs, and most do fine with full shakes or half shakes with added IsaPro.

Q. I am pregnant or breast feeding. Can I use Isagenix for weight loss?

A. Pregnancy and/or lactation are not the time to focus on weight loss. You’ll need calories to gain healthy amounts of weight for your baby, so it is not the time to cut down. You may incorporate IsaLean Shake, Bars, Soups, FiberSnacks!, and SlimCakes; however, these should not be used to replace meals. The IsaFruits, IsaPro, IsaCrunch, FiberPro, and Want More Energy? can also be great additions to your diet. At the same time, you should of course be “cleaning up” what you eat—avoiding excess sugar, fatty foods, etc. Cleanse for Life is not appropriate for pregnant or lactating women, nor are the following products: Ionix Supreme, Natural Accelerator, orIsaFlush!. What you ingest goes right to your baby, and some of the botanicals used in these products have just not been studied well enough in pregnant or breastfeeding women. Finally, you should be aware that our Essentials for Women is not a substitute for a prenatal multivitamin. Once you have weaned your baby, it will be a perfect time to begin an Isagenix program. (For more information, click here.)

Q. I am vegetarian. How do I know which of your products are suitable for me?

A. Isagenix has a table listing what products are suitable for strict vegetarians and lacto-vegetarians. The lists are actually part of the Isagenix Allergens Table.

Q. I am gluten-intolerant. Which Isagenix products do I need to avoid?

A. The most important product to avoid is the SlimCakes. Isagenix Greens also contains wheat grass and barley grass; if you have a strong gluten intolerance or Celiac disease, you should avoid Isagenix Greens, but many people with less gluten sensitivity have no trouble with Isagenix Greens. All of the other Isagenix products are completely gluten free.

Q. Can children or teenagers use the Isagenix products?

A. Yes; many, but not all, of the Isagenix products are appropriate for children and teenagers. Isagenix has a table showing which products are appropriate for which age groups. You can find out which products are appropriate for what age group here.

Q. I have a food allergy. How do I know which of your products are safe for me?

A. Many of the common allergens are found on the Isagenix Allergens Table. For allergens not listed, we suggest you go to the Isagenix Product Catalog; all product ingredients are listed in an appendix at the back of the catalog.

Q. My friend won’t use Isagenix because he/she says the shakes are too high in sugar. What do I tell him/her?

A. First, the sugars contained in IsaLean Shake and Bars are all from natural sources. There are no artificial sweeteners. They are designed to be low glycemic, which means they shouldn’t spike blood sugar. A sufficient amount of healthy carbohydrates is a good thing in a complete meal replacement. IsaLean Shake is scientifically formulated to have an ideal ratio of low-glycemic carbohydrates, quality proteins, and healthy fats to create balance in the body. This is a meal replacement, and your body needs these healthy carbohydrates for energy (especially the brain). For the large majority of people, IsaLean Shakes are definitely not “too high” in sugar.

Q. Why do I need to take my measurements? What’s wrong with weighing myself every day?

A. Since many changes are taking place in your body as you cleanse and replenish, ones that are not reflected on the scale, the scale will often show fluctuations that might make you feel frustrated if that’s all you look at. Remember, the scale only measures net weight, not the amount of fat lost or the amount of muscle you may have gained. The quality of the whey protein in our shakes supports the growth of lean muscle mass while you are burning off fat. This is one reason people who have lost weight on Isagenix don’t tend to have sagging skin. (For instance, look at the “success stories” photos under the “People” tab of Isagenix.com website.) For all these reasons, we recommend that you weigh yourself only once a week, preferably first thing in the morning, after you use the bathroom, on the same scale each time. But you will often see and feel a difference in your clothes. And by taking your measurements, you will be able to see that your body is releasing fat, even if the scale is not showing weight loss.

Q. Why do I need to drink so much water? How do I know how much water is enough? Can I put anything into my water to give it flavor?

A. The products do a great job of supporting the body at releasing impurities, and it’s our job to flush them out of the body by drinking plenty of pure, plain water. We recommend drinking approximately half of your body weight in ounces of pure, plain water whether you are on a cleansing program or not. For example, if you weigh 150 pounds, it is suggested that you drink 75 ounces of water each day. We don’t recommend that you add anything to flavor your water. You can use as much herbal or green tea as you want, or put flavored stevia in your water.

Q. I’ve hit a plateau (or my weight loss is slower than expected). What should I do?

A. If you have hit a weight-loss plateau, make sure you are continuing to drink enough water each day, and that you are moving your bowels well every single day. In addition, make sure that you are eating enough calories and that your meal is healthy and balanced. For some people, it is better that they split their one meal into two smaller meals. Often, adding IsaPro to your shake can help break a plateau. We recommend that you add 1 scoop of IsaPro to 1 1/2 scoops of IsaLean Shake. The additional protein can help boost metabolism, fat burning, and satiety. In addition, getting enough fiber in your diet can help lead to better results. If none of this seems to help, you may need to increase your activity level and/or do something to reduce your level of stress.

Q. Why shouldn’t I have coffee on the Isagenix program? Is there anything I can substitute?

A. Because coffee can potentially interfere with goals of detoxification while on Cleanse Days, we recommend that people take a break from it, at least while they are on the initial phase of their program. Many people voluntarily give up coffee afterwards since they are no longer dependent on it and find that they feel natural energy from the nutritional products. We recommend substituting green tea (not black tea), and any natural herbal teas. Consuming Ionix Supreme, Want More Energy?, and IsaDelights can also provide a little energy boost. If you decide to resume coffee consumption, we recommend that you drink low-acid, low-temperature roasted, low-acrylamide, certified organic coffee, and only consume 1 cup per day.

Q. Why shouldn’t I have diet soda on the Isagenix program? Is there anything I can substitute?

A. Diet soda is not recommended as it contains artificial sweeteners. Regular soda is no better because it still contains lots of chemicals and refined sugars. Plain, pure water is really your best bet or Want More Energy? for during or after exercise.

Q. I find myself getting very hungry on Shake Days. What am I doing wrong?

A. Make sure that you are drinking enough water. Sometimes we think we are hungry but we are actually thirsty, and drinking more water can satisfy our hunger. Also, it is important to have your IsaLean Shake within one hour of waking in the morning. Don’t let too much time go by during the day without having your meal or shake. The Isagenix Snacks, or other suitable snacks, are very important to consume between meals and shakes, to balance your blood sugar, and ward off hunger. For some people, splitting the one meal into two smaller meals can be very helpful for warding off hunger too.

Q. I find myself getting very hungry on Cleanse Days. Why can’t I eat an egg, a salad, or some nuts?

A. The ideal way to do a Cleanse Day is to not consume anything other than the Cleanse for Life, Natural Accelerator, and Isagenix Snacks spread throughout the day and maybe a couple of IsaDelights. This will produce the most effective cleansing and fat-burning results. Cleansing involves giving the body (especially the liver) a break from digestion. When we eat food on Cleanse days such as an egg or some nuts, it will slow down or stop the cleansing process so the digestive system can break down those foods. Optimally, if you can avoid snacking on anything other than the Isagenix Snacks and IsaDelights, you will have better results. Again, make sure to be hydrating enough, distract yourself from food as much as possible, and if absolutely necessary or to manage blood sugar, eat some apple slices (preferably organic).

Q. Can I use Isagenix if I’m lactose intolerant? What about if I have an actual milk allergy?

A. There is an extremely small amount of lactose in the IsaLean Shake. As a result, most lactose intolerant people do very well with our shakes. A dairy allergy is different. Depending on the severity of your allergy, the shake and other dairy containing products may or may not be appropriate for you. However, we find that most people are surprised at how well they can tolerate our products. If extremely intolerant, you may wish to consider just trying half a shake with added IsaPro—this limits the lactose and adds more of the enzyme lactase for easier digestion.

Q. Are the Isagenix products considered organic, or not?

A. Our products are considered all-natural using only non-GMO ingredients. They also contain organic ingredients wherever possible, and some ingredients that even exceedUSDA organic standards. However, some of our ingredients are sourced from parts of the world that do not have organic certification systems.

Q. I’ve been getting terrible headaches during the first few days of my program. Should I quit?

A. It is not unusual to feel some “cleansing symptoms” during the first few days of the program. Your body is starting to withdraw from certain substances such as caffeine, sugar, etc., and the detoxification process has begun. The headaches can also be caused from lack of hydration, so make sure to be drinking enough water. Low blood sugar can also cause headaches. Don’t quit! Make sure to keep your blood sugar stabilized by using the Isagenix Snack wafers and IsaDelight chocolates throughout the day. Usually within a few days, the headaches are gone. You will start to feel better with each passing day, and before you know it, you’re going to feel fantastic.

Q. Should I stop taking my other supplements and medications while I’m doing Isagenix?

A. Anything that has been recommended by your medical doctor or health professional should be continued while you are doing Isagenix. As for any other supplements you may be taking, you might want to give yourself a break during the initial phase of the program. See what the Isagenix products can do for your body. After your initial program, you may wish to consider switching over to our Ageless Essentials Daily Pak or some of our other superior supplements. The formulas, ingredient quality, andbioavailability of these supplements are extremely hard to beat.

Q. Is Isagenix a good product line for people who have had gastric bypass surgery?

A. Yes. Many people who have had bariatric surgery find themselves becoming malnourished, since it is very challenging to eat enough nutritious food and absorb the nutrients contained in them. The IsaLean Shake for example, is extremely nutrient dense, and is a fantastic way to nourish your body with the right protein and other nutrients for a strong and healthy body. Depending on how soon it is after your surgery and how much volume you can accommodate, you may need to start with only half a shake at a time. For more information, see this article.

Q. Do I have to stay on Isagenix forever if I want to maintain my results?

A. We suggest that once you reach your health and /or weight loss goals, you stay on a maintenance program for long-term health and wellness. Although there are no “have to’s”, it’s hard to imagine why anybody wouldn’t want to continue feeling fabulous. We are constantly being bombarded by toxins in our environment, and our food supply continues to be depleted of the nutrients our bodies need. So it makes sense to continue to stay on some sort of continual cleansing and nutritional supplementation. This can include daily and/or deep cleansing, IsaLean Shakes, Ionix Supreme, Ageless Essentials Daily Pak, and Product B.

Q. My face, chest and arms are blotchy red. My skin feels hot and itchy, almost like a sunburn. Am I having an allergic reaction? What should I do?

A. More than likely, what you are experiencing is known as a niacin flush. Since the Cleanse for Life, Ionix Supreme, and Natural Accelerator all contain niacin (vitamin B3), it is possible to have a niacin flush after consuming these products. Niacin acts as a vasodilator and will dilate the blood vessels closest to the skin’s surface. This can cause a “flush,” which looks and feels like a sunburn. The skin can become hot, itchy, and red. It typically won’t last more than a half hour or so, and the most important thing to realize is that there is nothing unsafe about it. It’s a completely natural reaction to niacin. If this happens, drink plenty of water and know that it’s nothing to be afraid of. If you are not sure whether you are experiencing a niacin flush as opposed to an actual allergic reaction (which may include symptoms such as hives, skin redness, difficulty breathing, difficulty swallowing, nausea, or palpitations), be sure to check with your doctor. If you experience an allergic reaction to any Isagenix product, please discontinue the product.

Q. I don’t need to lose weight, but I still want to take advantage of the benefits of Cleanse Days. How do I adapt the program so I don’t end up losing weight?

A. Although not everybody is overweight, every single one of us is toxic. Since Cleanse Days have the side benefit of safe yet dramatic weight/fat loss, those who do not want to lose weight will need to make some minor modifications. Cleanse Days should be the same no matter what. However, your Shake Days should be different: Instead of enjoying two shakes and one meal consisting of 400 to 600 calories, add more calories into your day. For example, you could have two shakes, two meals, plus lots of healthy, nutrient-dense snacks in between. Each shake can include fresh or frozen fruit, natural nut butters, etc., to add extra nutrient-dense (not empty) calories. The meals should include lean protein, lots of fresh vegetables, healthy fats, and a generous amount of low-glycemic carbohydrates such as from brown rice, baked sweet potatoes, or whole-grain pasta.

Q. I am experiencing constipation. What should I do?

A. First of all, make sure that you are drinking enough water. Remember to drink half of your body weight in ounces of pure, plain water each and every day. Also, make sure that you are taking enough IsaFlush! You can safely take up to six IsaFlush! capsules per day. If you do increase your dose to four or more, you may want to split the quantity into morning and evening doses. In addition, include more fiber in your diet. FiberPro can be added to one or both of your shakes (one scoop per shake). You can also take advantage of FiberSnacks! and SlimCakes. If constipation persists, try having one or two servings of Isagenix Greens each day on an empty stomach. (For more information on common gastrointestinal problems, see this article by Dr. Nicole Kafka.)

Q. How do I know if I should add IsaPro to my program?

A. There are a number of reasons a person might want to add additional protein to their shakes. For example, for those who have a challenged metabolism, adding IsaPro to your shake could help to optimize your weight-loss results. In addition, if after a few days on the program, you are still feeling tired and/or hungry, we suggest adding 1 scoop of IsaPro to 1 ½ scoops of the IsaLean Shake. Also, if you are an athlete who consumes large amounts of protein to support your fitness regime, I suggest adding 1 scoop of IsaPro to 2 scoops of IsaLean Shake for each shake you consume.

About the Author

Dr. Ina Nozek

Dr. Ina S. Nozek is a clinical nutritionist; was in private practice from 1987 until 2009; specializing in stubborn weight loss and detoxification. She holds a Master’s Degree in Human Nutrition from the University of Bridgeport and a Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Sherman College. She and her husband, Dr. Glenn Nozek owned and directed the Lifeline Center for Holistic Health. They were also the co-hosts of a cable TV series entitled, Lifeline; and a radio show entitled, Listen for your health. She and her husband live in Toms River, New Jersey, with their three children, Max, Arielle, and Jake.

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