LunaRich™ is a whole soy powder containing five to ten times more lunasin than the industry standard. Lunasin is a peptide found naturally in soy that scientists have identified as the key to many of soy's documented health benefits. These include cholesterol management, heart health and weight loss, among others.

Learn how LunaRich helps control cholesterol production in the liver, the source of over 80% of the body's cholesterol.

Speakers at Saturday's event include:

• Dr. Carl Hastings, Reliv's Chief Scientific Officer
• Dr. Alfredo Galvez, renowned research scientist
• Ryan Schmidt, CEO of Soy Labs, LLC
• Don Gibbons, Reliv Senior Vice President

"A growing body of research shows that the lunasin peptide is one of the most important bioactive components of soy," said Dr. Galvez. "In creating LunaRich for Reliv, we have maximized lunasin levels in a soy powder."

Dr. Galvez first discovered lunasin in 1996 during research at UC Berkley to improve the nutritional profile of soy protein. More than 40 peer-reviewed and published studies have documented lunasin's health benefits. Research by 21 institutions supported by 27 public and private funding sources has resulted in nine patents.

The amount of lunasin in soybeans varies significantly based on seed, soil and environment. To create LunaRich, specially selected soybeans grown exclusively for Reliv are refined to maximize levels of lunasin.

Learn how LunaRich's refinement process enables maximum lunasin absorption by the body.

LunaRich can be found in Reliv Now®, a daily essential nutrition formula, Reliv Now® for Kids and SoySentials®, a women's protective supplement.

"LunaRich is an extraordinary ingredient with solid clinical data behind it," said Dr. Hastings. "As scientists learn more about the mechanisms that make soy a nutritional superfood, Reliv is proud to lead the way in making the fruits of these discoveries available to all. We look forward to sharing the science behind our LunaRich products with the people of Northern California."

About Reliv International, Inc.

Reliv International, Inc., based in Chesterfield, Mo., produces nutritional supplements that promote optimal nutrition along with premium skincare products. Reliv supplements address essential nutrition, weight loss, athletic performance, digestive health, women's health, anti-aging and healthy energy. The company sells its products through an international network marketing system of independent distributors in 15 countries. Learn more about Reliv at reliv.com, or on Facebook, Twitter or YouTube.

According to the President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports, Americans of all ages need to incorporate more movement into their daily lives. Adults need at least 30 minutes of activity, five days each week.

The Association for Applied Sport Psychology reports that the mental health benefits of sports include improved self-esteem, improved confidence and pride in physical accomplishments.

Incorporating sports into your workout regimen can help you kick it up a notch. Team sports can also help you meet new friends or reconnect with old ones. Besides, hitting the same gym routine can get boring after a few months. Mix things up by getting sporty this month!

Hoop It Up

1. Basketball Benefits: Many communities have recreational leagues for a variety of skill levels. Basketball is a fun cardio sport that can be played indoors or out. If you don't have a full team of five, you can always play one-on-one or three-on-three.
2. Calories Burned Per Hour: 300-800

A Fitness Ace

1. Tennis Benefits: When it comes to burning major calories, tennis is no racket. Many public parks offer free tennis courts, and the required equipment — balls and a racket — isn't very expensive. Whether you're a pro or a newbie, tennis is excellent cardio conditioning.
2. Calories Burned Per Hour: 600-1,000

Fore Sure

1. Golf Benefits: Golf is a relaxing sport that can be played solo or as part of a group. Golf makes a perfect walking activity for all fitness levels and ages since it's a slower-paced sport. The average 18-hole round of golf includes five miles of walking. A study showed golfers who walk 36 holes per week will burn around 2,900 calories.
2. Calories Burned Per 9-Holes: 700 (walking) 400 (riding in a cart)

Join the Team

What's your favorite sport? Let us know in the comments below!

Sources:http://www.fitnessforweightloss.com/how-many-calories-do-i-burn-playing-basketball/, http://appliedsportpsych.org/resource-center/health-and-fitness/articles/psych-benefits-of-exercise, http://golf.about.com/od/fitnesshealth/a/golfphysical.htm, http://www.fitnessforweightloss.com/how-many-calories-do-i-burn-playing-tennis/

Mother's Day is right around the corner! When you were a child, you could get away with making mom a fingerpainting or pasta necklace. Now that you’re older, it’s time to give her something she can really use (not that the macaroni necklace didn’t look great with her favorite outfit).

This year, share Reliv's r Collection of skincare products so Mom can treat her skin with the same gentle care that she showed you growing up.

To enter:

1. 1. Use the commenting section below to tell us why your mom deserves a "Reliv Mom Makeover" with the r Collection.
2. 2. We'll draw three winners at random, and we'll send each mom a special r Collection delivery on your behalf!
3. 3. Deadline to enter is Friday, May 11 at 12:00 p.m.