Answers by Dr David B. Katzin, Ph.D.-Herbalife International
1- WHAT IS HERBALIFE?
HERBALIFE is a scientifically formulated, low-calorie, herbal-based nutrition program.
It is centered around our unique “SHAKE” nutritional or food-rich, highly energetic and nutritious, protein-rich beverage, to which we added food supplements containing important vitamins, minerals, essential fatty acids and nutritional herbs.
The HERBALIFE program has been used for weight management and health improvement since 1980, by literally millions of people around the world.
2- DO YOU LOSE WEIGHT BECAUSE THEY PRESS THE MEALS?
DO NOT.
The low-calorie HERBALIFE program encourages participants to eat 3 meals a day. Two of them are made in the form of our balanced meal replacement drink and the Terceira is any meal of your choice.
Diets that make people “skip” meals are not healthy
And stimulate pinching.
3 – HERBALIFE IS A PROTEIN DIET OR A DIET OF HUNGER?
Definitely not”.
Our program provides at least 1060 calories per day and is nutritionally complete. This allows individuals to lose weight safely and effectively. And, more importantly, keep your weight down.
Liquid protein diets, which use nutritionally unbalanced protein drinks, or hunger diets that reduce calories (less than 500 calories a day) to such an extent that they literally starve people to lose weight, are both extremely damaging to Health and has less than 20% long-term success.
4- HOW DOES THE HERBALIFE PROGRAM WORK?
HERBALIFE provides all the balanced nutrition the body needs daily.
Individuals who use it can lose excess weight by reducing excess calories without sacrificing important nutrients such as protein, potassium, and iron.
As a result, while they lose excess weight and measures, they feel optimally well.
5 – HERBALIFE IS NATURAL?
The HERBALIFE program is entirely based on nutrition and herbs.
The program does not contain drugs, medications, hormones or other synthetic agents to promote weight loss. All ingredients have to meet 3 important requirements: purity, potency and stability.
This is how we maintain the high level of quality associated with the name HERBALIFE.
6. WHAT CAUSES THE FEELING OF ENERGY INCREASE IS CAFFEINE?
HERBALIFE’s weight loss and energy enhancing effects are the result of its scientifically balanced nutritional formula.
They are not due to caffeine or any other natural or artificial stimulant.
The guarana herbal product contains pure guarana, which has a natural caffeine content of approximately 30 mg per serving (the same amount of caffeine as a glass of Coke).
Our guarana product contains no synthetic caffeine, and there is no caffeine of any kind in any other HERBALIFE product.
7- ARE THE LEVELS OF VITAMINS, ARE HIGH AND SAFE?
The levels of vitamins and minerals in all HERBALIFE formulas are carefully designed to ensure that the individuals who consume them do not have deficiencies or excesses.
All of our formulas are designed to ensure that all individuals, regardless of their nutritional needs, receive optimal nutrition.
Studies show that there is no accumulation of vitamins and minerals associated with the use of HERBALIFE products, including vitamin “A”.
In formulating HERBALIFE products we take special care to ensure that levels of “A” vitamins are completely safe and never accumulate, even when consumed along with a diet rich in vitamin “A”.
8- ARE USED HERBS SAFE?
Herbs are the nourishing source of nature. They are rich in vitamins, minerals, fiber and essential nutrients for good health. Herbal combinations used in HERBALIFE programs were created by specialists to maximize nutritional potential.
The herbs are of the best quality.
9- ANYONE CAN USE HERBALIFE?
YES.
Since HERBALIFE products are 100% nutritional food supplements, they are safe for anyone.
Certain people including children, pregnant or lactating women, or diabetics dependent on insulin, and those with impaired renal function are advised to consult their physicians before starting this or any other weight loss program.
10- IS HERBALIFE APPROVED BY A FOOD AND DRUG ADMINSTRATION (FDA)?
In 1996, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) thoroughly evaluated the HERBALIFE program and published a document stating that all HERBALIFE products were safe.
However, the FDA does not actually approve any nutritional products or food supplements, only drugs, drugs and medical devices.
In addition, every time HERBALIFE is introduced to a new country, it is evaluated by the local government before being approved for import and distribution.
11- THE HERBALIFE PROGRAM WAS TESTED?
Certainly.
He has been exposed to extensive clinical trials in the United States and
England. All studies have shown that the products are safe and
Both short-term and long-term. In addition, each batch of products
HERBALIFE undergoes quality control to ensure the integrity of the
Product before being sent to any part of the world.
12- WHAT IF I STOP HARMFUL? (PLATEAU)
It is normal and appropriate for the body to adjust periodically during a
Reduction of many pounds.
You generally continue to lose
Weight remains at the same level (plateau) for one or two weeks. If this
Persist, be well aware that you, pleased that you have begun to lose that weight
Unwanted, not relaxing in the process, and ingesting more calories.
13- THE HERBALIFE PROGRAM CHANGES FOOD HABITS?
Certainly.
Promotes good nutritional habits such as reduced fats, fried foods, salt and sugar in the diet, and increased fiber and complex carbohydrates.
Most importantly, HERBALIFE teaches individuals how to achieve and
Maintain the ideal weight. It is a health program that works for all people,
for all life.
14- THE PHYSICAL EXERCISE IS PART OF THE HERBALIFE PROGRAM?
HERBALIFE encourages its participants to follow a healthy lifestyle
Which includes good nutrition, regular physical exercise and moderation in the use of
Alcohol and cigarette.
The program works even if individuals do not or can not exercise.
Many people can not exercise because of serious injuries or other health problems. Even these individuals can use the HERBALIFE Program to successfully lose weight.
15- ARE THERE SUFFICIENT LIQUIDS AND FIBERS IN THE HERBALIFE PROGRAM?
YES.
When followed as recommended, it provides approximately 2 liters and
Medium of liquid and 25 mg of fibers. This is more than the average found in
Industrialized countries and is the level recommended by the
Authorities.
Supplemental fiber tablets are available for those who want to increase their daily fiber intake.
16- THE HERBALIFE PROGRAM IS RECOMMENDED BY PHYSICIANS?
Fully.
HERBALIFE has a Medical and Scientific Body that tests and studies HERBALIFE products and continuously monitors outcome documents submitted by customers and distributors.
In addition, many doctors and other health professionals in all parts of the world use HERBALIFE both in their private lives and in the practice of their professions.
OTHER QUESTIONS
Is Herbalife a Weight Loss Remedy?
No, Herbalife is no medicine to lose weight.
Herbalife is a complete product line with components
Natural resources, mainly herbs and high quality fibers where the control and / or
Weight maintenance is required.
In addition, Herbalife has other product lines for nutritional supplementation and personal care.
Can Herbalife be used by children?
Yes.
In the same way as it is adopted by pregnant women, it is recommended to use
Birth, and how to assist the feeding of children, adolescents and young people.
Can I have beer or wine in parallel to the use of the products?
Yes, because the products are totally natural.
However, if your goal is to lose and control your weight, we use the old maxim: The problem is not in beer but in the accompaniments.
Does not using Herbalife totally lose your appetite?
Do not.
The products will lead you to a re-education of your eating habits,
Helping to create a sense of satisfaction so that you do not feel hungry.
Herbalife may deregulate my gut (causing breakdown or
Belly)?
According to the use of the product, some momentary reactions may occur
Due to the detoxification process of the organism and the toxins that will be
Released.
Some people due to incorrect use of the product, feel greater effects, which are regularized from the correct use.
All symptoms should be viewed naturally because they are momentary.
Are Herbalife products approved by the Ministry of Health?
Yes.
Herbalife is authorized by the Ministry of Health to import and distribute its products. Therefore, only those imported by Herbalife International of Brazil can be marketed in the national territory.
Are Herbalife products approved by the Ministry of Health?
Yes.
Herbalife is authorized by the Ministry of Health to import and distribute its products. Therefore, only those imported by Herbalife International of Brazil can be marketed in the national territory.
What is the Herbalife Nutrition Program?
Herbalife products are of plant origin, and are intended to improve the
quality of life.
They are food.
HERBALIFE has a complete, balanced nutrition program that gives the body the best nutrition possible, which can be used, digested and absorbed by the cells.
They are foods with proteins, carbohydrates, complexes of essential fatty acids, vitamins and minerals, so that with this Nutrition Program we can offer the body all the nutrients the body needs for healthy nutrition.
Why should I choose Weight Management with the Herbalife Nutrition Program?
The HERBALIFE Nutrition Program fulfills the four basic requirements that the World Health Organization requires in order to be qualified as a balanced diet program, namely:
1. Obtain weight loss, with a certain speed;
2. Do not starve during the diet;
3. Not to harm health or against contraindication;
4. Maintain a good state of nutrition.
Unlike other programs, HERBALIFE is not just another diet, but rather,
An effective nutritional supplement (natural) balanced for the body,
Also correct nutritional deficiencies.
Weight control with Herbalife can be done in such a way that the same product can be used to gain, lose or maintain weight.
Weight control is done through calorie balancing.
When you use the Herbalife Program to gain weight, it does not mean that it will
Fat, why the program does not make fats, but muscle mass.
In the same way, the person who uses the program to lose weight also wins
Muscle mass, so it does not become flaccid and loses more in the measures than in the weight.
In general, the Herbalife Nutrition and Weight
Our body with two functions:
1 – Give the body complete nutrition, with all nutrients and botanical nutritional factors for a food supplementation.
2 – Ensure that these nutrients are distributed throughout all cells and
Assimilated by them.
With this, a process of REGENERATION and REJUVENATION begins, giving rise to:
1 – Greater vitality, more strength;
2 – Better appearance of skin, hair, nails, etc .;
3 – Reduction of the risk of serious diseases mainly in the third phase of life.