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The Glycemic Index was developed to help determine which foods were best for people with diabetes. It is a clinically proven tool in its applications to appetite control, coronary health and diabetes. It has to do with your food cravings and indirectly with weight.
The RESET program is designed specifically to reset your Glycemic Index and reduce your cravings. Obesity is now recognized as a serious and growing health concern for a large section of the population. Two in three American adults are overweight and one in three is obese. Even children are affected - over 15 percent of American children are overweight and 33% of children today will develop adult onset diabetes (Type2) according to the World Health organization.

The Glycemic Index can play an important role in weight management by helping to control appetite and insulin levels. Eating high glycemic foods creates blood-sugar swings that provoke cravings and leads to insulin resistance. Many people have pre-diabetes and don't even know it.

If you are overweight you are at increased risk of a range of health problems. Among these are heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, gout, gallstones, sleep apnea, and arthritis. USANA's low-glycemic, meal replacement shakes, snacks and more include the perfect balance of macronutrients (proteins, carbs, and essential fatty acids) our bodies need for optimal nutrition.

The ingenious RESET 5 day High Fiber Cleanse is a perfect way for anyone to break free from carbohydrate cravings, curb the habit of over-eating, and make the switch to healthier dietary habits. They hae been designed by scientists to promote a healthier lifestyle. In a recent study 95 percent of participants on the RESET program noted a significant reduction on carbohydrate cravings, as well as an average weight loss of 5 pounds in five days, without feeling hungry.

Once you've completed RESET, the shakes and bars can easily be incorporated into your daily nutritional routine. These low-glycemic, nutritient-dense snacks and supplements upgrade your diet effortlessly, helping you get in great shape - and stay that way.

I got involved in USANA when a friend of mine lost a lot of weight and I asked her what she was doing. She introduced me to the RESET program and the rest is history.

A new study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition examined the association between dietary glycemic index and the 10 year incidence of AMD in the Blue Mountain Eye Study population.

This was a population-based study with 3,654 participants over 49 years of age. Volunteers were examined at the beginning (1992-1994); then were reexamined after 5 years and again after 10 years.

Over 10 years, 208 of the participants developed early AMD. After adjusting for age, smoking, other risk factors, and dietary constituents, a higher average dietary glycemic index was associated with an increased 10 year risk of early AMD. Conversely, a greater consumption of cereal fiber and breads and cereals (predominantly lower glycemic index foods such as oatmeal) was associated with a reduced risk of early AMD. No relation was observed with advanced AMD.

The research suggests that a high-glycemic-index diet is a risk factor for early AMD, and low-glycemic-index foods such as oatmeal may protect against early AMD.

American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, Vol. 88, No. 4, 1104-1110, October 2008

USANA's natural products can help you defy the aging process and enjoy radiant, healthy skin at any age. According to Dermatologist Regina Hamlin, our skin is exposed to many environmental hazards daily which result in cellular damage, rough patches and skin discoloration. She gives 5 tips for holistic, natural ways to rejuvenate your skin:

1. Sunscreen - use products that amplify the body's natural cell-renewal process.
2. Topical Nutrition - using topical anti-oxidants are your best defense against free-radical damage to your skin. Your best products should include vitamin C, green-tea extract, whole-grape extract and vitamin E - consider USANA's Sense' line of skin care.
3. Natural Refining Complexes - look for products with new, natural ingredients, such as lupine proteins which can reduce the appearance of wrinkles and help keep skin firm and youthful.
4. Non-Irritating Preservatives - most skin products contain harsh chemical preservatives which can irritate the skin. Don;t choose products with paraben, quaternium-15 or DMDM hydantoin. Try products which are naturally preserved such as USANA's skin care line.
5. Proper Nutrition and Hydration - nourish your skin from the inside, take high quality supplements and drink plenty of water.

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Rev is an Energy Drink that is Smarter: smart source of nutrients

It contains natural caffeine from a blend of teas to support mental alertness and stamina. Teas also provide numerous beneficial ingredients including potent antioxidants and thermogenic agents like Epigallocatechin gallate.

It uses low-glycemic sugars for sustained energy

It provides vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants to support energy metabolism at the cellular level.

"Why not energize with something that is good for you?" Get some now when you get to the site click Products and then Rev3. Rev 3 Energy is a cleaner, smarter, and stronger dietary supplement that makes a great alternative to crash-and-burn energy drinks.

USANA has partnered with the Children's Hunger Fund to help supply essential nutrition and nourishment to less fortunate children around the world. To date, USANA and its associated have donated more than $3 million to the Children's Hunger Fund.

CHF's outreach has become so successful that Forbes.com listed the organization as the only US charity to hold a 100 percent rating in all three of its rating categories - Charitable Commitment, Fundraising Efficiency and Donor Dependency. More than 99 percent of all revenue goes to programs serving children in need. If you place an autoship order from USANA you can add a monthly donation if you so choose.