“When over 30 tornadoes hit the Midwest on Friday, it was yet another reminder:

We’re all a part of something much bigger than ourselves.”

To help send nutritional relief, you too can make a difference through the Body by Vi™ Community Challenge.

All Community Challenge donations made now through Friday, March 9th (11:59 pm PST) will go to these relief efforts!

In the face of this natural disaster, where so many ViSalus families are among the impacted, ViSalus has partnered with Feed The Children® to ensure our relief efforts are maximized.

In collaboration with Feed The Children—who has staff and distribution sites embedded in all the affected areas—ViSalus is able to provide short and long term nutritional support for tornado victims and displaced families.  To jump start donations, ViSalus is currently preparing to ship out approximately 20,000 boxes of Nutra-Cookies™ and thousands of Vi-Shape meals to the affected communities.

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ViSalus Sciences is all about bringing the best minds together with the best science to deliver cutting edge nutraceuticals. ViSalus takes pride in ensuring that everything they do is based on solid scientific research. ViSalus has gathered an excellent scientific team headed by our world-class Science Advisory Board members: Dr. Michael D. Seidman, M.D. & Steven A. Witherly, Ph.D.

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Visalus Sciences sent 10,000 meals to Joplin, Missouri last night!

Though most of the distributors homes were destroyed, they took what Vi-Shape Shake mix they could find and set up shelters to help those in need.  As a Body By Vi Challenge Community, their were able to feed over 90 people last night at one of the shelters!  This community in need is making an impact. Help them, help others!

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 ViSalus Sciences: Documentation Definitely Beats Conversation!

• Estimated 4,000,000 lbs lost
• Helped raise over 500,000 meals for kids
• 40% growth in the month of March
• Over 25,000 people joined the Challenge in March
• Refer 3 and get your next month free referral program
• Over 25% of promoters are getting their kits for free each month
• Averaging over $400 in product revenue per promoter, almost double the industry average
• Rising Star program is 331% over last years 1st Quarter
• 2,335 BMW Qualifiers to date with 303 in March
• 1st Quarter commissions increased 481% from last years 1st Quarter commissions company wide

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Take a minute to read & watch the ViSalus stories about women whose lives have changed thanks to the Body By Vi Challenge!

Fibromyalgia ~ Rhonda Lucero ‘s Story

I was in a car accident when I was 21 years old (while playing softball for the University of NE) and I was in excellent shape with only 12% body fat and basically at my prime athletic physique. I suffered nerve damage from the car accident that I believe caused Fibromyalgia throughout my legs and back. I was given a 12% disability rating by my doctors and they told me I would never be able to hold a desk job or basically any job where I was confined to a work place. My car accident was Jan 22nd of 1990. Today I write this note 21 years later symptom free of Fibromyalgia because 5 years ago I started to take the Vi-Pak from Visalus Sciences. For 17 years I suffered from pain and at one point decided to just live with it. I can’t say the vi-pak cured me but I can say that it was the only thing I changed when the symptoms disappeared. It took 60-90 days on the vi-pak to notice.

 

Fibromyalgia ~ Sue Hanna’s Story

Thanks for this. I’ve had fibromyalgia and myofascial pain syndrome for over 15 yrs. That was at a time when no one knew what it was and doctors would not even diagnose. Even today I find there are many massage techs that are not aware of it as well which really baffles me. People don’t understand or are not aware that a hug can cause such distress to one who has it. In all of my research over the years, NUTRITION is key to combat the symptoms. Vi-Pak is an amazing product along with all of the ViSalus Sciences line of products. It works!

Lupus ~ Dr. Deb Cardona’s Story

I have been a Chiropractor for over 20 years. The patented Vi-Pak Total Health and Wellness system is by far the most phenomenal nutritional product I have ever seen and it is creating miracles in my practice every day. I myself have CFS, Hashimoto’s, and SLE. I have previously been on many of the other leading pharmaceutical grade supplements with decent results. However, since taking this product my symptoms have been reduced by at least 50% in less than 3 months! I feel better than I have in years!

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Theresa Granmoe is Down 100 Pounds!

Theresa Granmoe, from Littleton, Colorado, has just reached her ultimate goal of being a ViSalus™ Century Club Member!  At ViSalus’™ Vitality event in July 2010 Theresa was crowned a Body by Vi™ Champion.  81 pounds lighter, Theresa’s transformation landed her in Hollywood, California to receive her Hollywood Transformation Vacation.   She received the red carpet treatment; Limousines, head to toe pampering, new wardrobe, a night out on the town with founders and management, and so much more!

Theresa’s motivation when she began the Body by Vi™ challenge was to look fabulous for her daughter’s wedding.  As a ViSalus™ Body by Vi™ Champion it’s obvious that her motivation paid off!  When ViSalus™ launched the Century Club at Vitality, Theresa’s next goal was to become a member.

Now she is a Body by Vi™ Champion and the first female ViSalus™ CENTURY CLUB MEMBER! She has lost a total of 100 pounds with ViSalus products!  As a Century Club Member, Theresa will receive a ViSalus™ Century Club Membership pin, $500 in ViSalus™ Sample Packs, and $500 in ViSalus™ Taster Packs to help build her ViSalus™ business.

ViSalus™ sends their biggest CONGRATULATIONS to Theresa Granmoe for reaching her ultimate goal!

Original Posted on ViSalus Sciences Blog on Friday, February 4th, 2011

Transforming the Masses: Why Weight Loss Products Are Thriving in a Bad Economy

Originally featured in Direct Selling News:  January 2011 “Transforming the Masses: Why Weight Loss Products Are Thriving in a Bad Economy” by J.M. Emmert

While the economic downturn of the past few years has forced many consumers to tighten their belts on discretionary spending habits, sales of weight loss products has remained consistent and, in many instances, experienced tremendous growth over other products offered by the direct selling industry.

For companies that offer weight loss or weight management products, that means good news for the bottom line. However, that good news comes tempered with the knowledge that the success of these companies is in large part due to the failures of millions of Americans who continue to struggle with weight issues.

Sadly, more than two-thirds of the American population—190 million people—are overweight or obese. The neglect to their health is generating long-reaching effects that ripple into the economy, the workforce and the medical industry, which currently exceeds $147 billion annually for obesity-related diseases.

The problems associated with the escalating obesity rate—like weight loss solutions—have no easy fix. However, direct selling companies are doing what they can to help those suffering from weight issues find alternative ways to live healthier and more fulfilled lives. Even in these recessionary times, companies are growing this segment of their businesses and new companies are forming to meet the increased demand.

Why Business Is Thriving

“You only have to watch the news every day to hear about the obesity epidemic that’s taking place and the quality of the food that everybody’s eating,” says Kevin Guest, Chief Marketing Officer for USANA. “The health issues, the diabetes epidemic that’s taking place across the board—there’s a significant relationship among weight, nutrition and many of the degenerative diseases that are plaguing our world. So we see this as a very viable business.”

The challenge, says Guest, is getting people to change their behavior, change their habits and change those things which they are accustomed to and comfortable with.

“Many times we see that it’s not until they have a health crisis in their life that they are really motivated to make a big change,” he says. “And so our challenge in that space is it’s hard to sell prevention. People are pretty comfortable, and selling prevention is a difficult sell.”

USANA, which focuses on a nutrition message and not a weight loss message, offers meal replacement shakes and nutrition bars as part of its overall diet and energy program. In addition, its biggest seller, the RESET weight management system, encourages customers to reset their bodies and reset their cravings. The nutritional-based product, which consists of low-glycemic ingredients to control carbohydrate cravings, represents about 12 percent of the company’s overall business.

At Herbalife, more than 60 percent of the company’s business is weight management. Products targeted to dieters include shakes and snacks that help them lose those unwanted pounds.

“Obesity continues to be a global health problem, and so weight management products are in high demand as people become more aware of the benefits of incorporating healthy nutrition into an active healthy life,” says Des Walsh, President of Herbalife. “Weight management products are popular because they can be life-changing, and their effects can spill over into other aspects of one’s life. It’s about more than just buying a product; it’s about changing habits to improve one’s life.”

Herbalife, which also offers energy and fitness drinks, vitamins, nutritional supplements and skin and hair care products, recently reported that net sales for the third quarter of 2010 had increased 14.7 percent over the same quarter the prior year.

For ViSalus Sciences, the shift in its business model in July 2009 due to the recession led to a 90 percent weight loss focus. As a result of that focus, the company went from adding 12,000 new people a year to 12,000 new people a month.

“When we were looking at who we wanted to be and what we could be passionate about, how we could live this business as founders and management, weight loss and fitness were the only two things that were really consistent among all of us,” says Ryan Blair, CEO of ViSalus. “If we love what we do and try to do what’s best for our customers and really focus on providing them value, we’re going to win. In a bad economy, people don’t have discretionary spending and are going to cut anything and everything that is not necessary to the functioning of their daily lives. We added a lot of value to our consumers in terms of saving them time, getting them results and saving them money.”

The ViSalus product line offers solutions for eating right, cutting calories, boosting metabolism and calming hunger pains, which is all part of its Body by Vi Challenge that provides customers with a game plan for success.

“I’m a firm believer that a big element of our success is the fact that I’m a product of our products and I’ve dealt with the challenges of weight,” says Blair. “So I know firsthand exactly what people go through—the mindset, the decisions, the lack of clarity.”

EIRO Research, which has been in business for only a year, has had a phenomenal first 12 months with its weight loss products.

“For us, the weight loss business is a rapidly growing segment of our product mix,” says Chris Hausman, CEO of EIRO. “Obesity continues to be a problem. It’s a growing problem in the United States. I think it will continue to be a viable category for the company for quite some time based on an analysis that came out recently stating that certain trends, as well as genetic and biological factors, calculate the steady state of obesity to reach 42 percent in the United States.”

The company’s EIROfit weight management system includes energy shakes and diet and exercise guidelines to help customers achieve meaningful and sustainable weight management. Its meal replacement shake is a proprietary blend of resistant starch and fiber for optimal wellness and weight management.
Amway, which has seen sales for weight management products flat in recent years, anticipates growth in this category due to a unique product offering that aims to solve weight challenges for consumers: The new NUTRILITE Weight Management Program.

Based in genetic science, the program has customers begin with the Inherent Health Weight Management Genetic Test, a simple cheek swab that generates a report within days. The test results include a personalized plan backed by clinical studies and strong genetic science to show if a person should follow a Carb Reducer (low-carb), Fat Trimmer (low-fat) or Better Balancer (balance of protein, fats and carbs) eating plan, as well as the level of exercise intensity to be followed for best results based on one’s genetic makeup.

“Science has proven that you are more likely to lose weight following an eating and exercise plan matched to your specific genetic makeup,” says Mark Nelson, Director of Nutrition for Amway North America. “In a recent clinical study, people lost over 2.5 times more weight on a diet that was matched to their genes than those who were following a diet inappropriately matched to their genetic makeup.”

Nelson notes that additional weight translates into an increased risk for serious medical conditions, including heart disease, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, stroke, sleep apnea, respiratory problems and osteoarthritis. The company believes that the NUTRILITE product line will be a valuable addition to its overall health and wellness business, which includes NUTRILITE nutritional supplements, sports nutrition, energy drinks and functional foods and the weight management products that account for the largest share of its business in North America.

AdvoCare, a nutrition company specializing in health and wellness, weight management, vibrant energy and sports performance since 1993, has seen sales go up 40 percent for its weight loss and energy products.

“The reason [sales are] sustaining for us is that people are looking to sustain their weight loss,” says Jan Wold, Vice President of Marketing for AdvoCare. “Once they lose the weight, they want to continue that. How do you do that? You do that with good nutrition, you do that by becoming active, you do that through increased fitness. And those are all product solutions that we offer.”

Those solutions include the 24-Day Challenge Bundle, a comprehensive weight loss system of shakes, supplements and snacks.

Health vs. Image

While health concerns are very real and valid for many purchasers of weight loss products, some executives believe that another motivation is driving the purchasing of their products—body image.

At Nature’s Sunshine Products Inc.—which offers MetaboStart Plus to boost metabolism, reduce stored fats and feed lean muscle—the belief is that the motivation for buying really depends on the person. “Health or body image… I think people are concerned with both,” says Blake Christensen, Director of Product Marketing for Nature’s Sunshine. “Not only is it image for a lot of people, but it is because they have poor health. A major factor with weight loss these days is diabesity. A lot of people are becoming diabetic as well as being overweight. What makes us unique is that we have the products to help maintain normal blood sugar levels that people can get on while they are doing a weight loss program.”

Herbalife’s Walsh believes the motivation may be driven by both concerns, as well as the age of consumers. “We think it’s a little of both, but primarily driven by a growing awareness of the importance of healthy nutrition and the negative impact of being overweight or obese,” says Walsh. “In addition, we have an aging population in many markets. People want a program that’s personalized to their specific nutritional needs, and this is where Herbalife distributors can add significant value in helping customers achieve their weight loss and nutrition goals.”

Sales spikes in January and the summer months at companies such as USANA, Amway, ViSalus and AdvoCare lead some executives to believe that many buyers are more concerned about improving their body image or self-esteem.

“I would say the physical appearance, image, self-esteem is the No. 1 driver,” says Blair. “On January 1, when people are writing their goals, I don’t think it’s because the doctor told them ‘you’ve got to lose the weight.’ Those would be the more advanced stages of obesity and extreme health-related issues. There are certainly people who join our challenge because they know they have to, not because they want to. However, a larger portion joins because they want to look better for their husbands, their wives; they want to fit in a pair of jeans that they keep putting on and taking off. They know that they’ve let themselves lapse, and they want to get back on track. And they don’t want to take a shortcut.”

Guest agrees that body image is the concern of many and the impetus for the growing market segment that caters to those seeking to improve their appearance. “There are a few groups out in the marketplace that focus on body image, and they are really, really doing well,” he says. “And so I think body image is part of it. From a USANA perspective, though, our concern is health and nutrition. That is what we’re talking about and what we’re trying to get people engaged in—taking an active approach to improving their health, and once it’s improved, to maintain it. So our focus here is not body image; it’s truly ‘find your best healthy self,’ so to speak.”

Of course, as Wold points out, there is one other driver that could be just as important as the health or body image concerns—the fact that people simply don’t know how to diet successfully. “They need assistance,” she says. “A lot of people start out because they are overweight and have no energy. They can’t exercise properly. They have a host of other problems, but once they start losing weight they realize that they see relief from the diabetes and joint problems. It ends up being all-encompassing at the end of the day, especially for those who lose significant amounts of weight. And AdvoCare products work. We’ve seen success after success after success with our weight loss and energy products.”

Who’s Buying

So who is it making these lifestyle changes, regardless of whether they’re for health or self-esteem reasons? Virtually everyone—from teens to septuagenarians, at-home moms to athletes, and even entire families. While some companies see a marked difference in gender purchasing—that women do the majority of the buying—weight loss products have been designed with everyone in mind.

“It’s equal because we designed it to be equal,” says Blair. “Culturally, we have young males who founded the company, and so it’s really for us to identify with our male target audience, our under-50 male audience. However, we wanted the design to be gender-neutral. We wanted to give families the opportunity for everyone to get involved.”

Amway’s NUTRILITE Weight Management is a highly personalized program that is for you, regardless of age, gender, fitness level, and so forth,” says Nelson. “Our sensible eating plans support both the parent who needs to prepare dinner for the whole family or the individual who cooks for one.”

Nature’s Sunshine is one company that has seen a large number of women coming into the business and purchasing products. “About 85 percent of the people who become a member of Nature’s Sunshine are women,” says Christensen. “The biggest age category is the baby boomers, about a 59-year-old female, which is probably older than the norm. The simple reason for this may be because we have been around for 40 years, and a lot of our customers have been with us for a long time.”

Herbalife doesn’t have precise data on gender and age groups, although Walsh acknowledges that women may outnumber men in purchases. “Men and women both buy our products, although it’s probably safe to say that women may be bigger consumers of certain products than men,” he says. “We also have a significant number of athletes as customers, since these individuals are always looking to improve their performance, and through our sponsorships, we have a growing awareness of our products and their value in sports nutrition.”

Maintaining Weight, Maintaining Customers

For most people, losing weight is only part of the battle. The real challenge comes after the pounds have been dropped and the realization hits that losing weight is not about a quick fix—it’s about a lifestyle change.

Direct selling companies understand this as well and have carefully designed their weight management programs to address those long-term needs, thus, in effect, maintaining their customer bases and realizing greater profit margins.

USANA offers ongoing education on the importance of nutrition, stressing to its customers that through the right combination of proper nutrition, exercise and a healthy diet, they can maintain not only their ideal weight but also the new lifestyle transformation that comes with their efforts.

“The focus for us really is a lifestyle change,” says Guest. “As you see results, you’re not just dieting, but you’re literally changing your lifestyle, you’re reprogramming your body. It’s not the same as it was before you started.”

At EIRO Research, customers are guided through two phases of a weight management program that was designed to help change behavior and, most important, be simple enough to follow to accommodate today’s busy lifestyles.

“We gathered a lot of data showing mainly that the products were not so important; the specific ratios of carbohydrates to calories to proteins and fat, not so critical. What was most critical was getting people to stick to the program,” says Hausman. “In the induction phase, you lose the weight, and there are product regimes and dietary and exercise guidelines specifically designed for that. Once the weight is off, then you move into the maintenance stage, where we have specific products and regimes as well.”

Companies such as Herbalife manage to draw in repeat customers for the personalized programs they offer. “Our company is focused on more than just weight loss; we’re focused on creating customers of good nutrition for life,” says Walsh. “We have products to help people manage their weight on an ongoing basis and products to help meet needs at different stages. Our customers stay with us, because they realize by working through their distributor they’re getting a personalized program with someone who gets to know their needs and lifestyles and how to help them improve their overall nutrition throughout their lives.”

Of course, the key for any company to retain customers is to provide a positive customer experience. “If you get customers results and have a positive experience with them, those customers will buy for life,” says Blair. “I don’t care if they lose all their weight in 30, 90 or 120 days; I want to get them the results. And we’re really focused on creating positive experiences with our customer and distributor bases. If a person decides not to use our products after they’ve lost the weight, great. When someone asks them how they did it, they’re going to refer us proudly. Our motto is to give the customer the best experience, the best results, and they’ll do the selling for you.”

Transforming Lives

As Americans look for wellness solutions to combat their struggles with weight and the myriad of health issues associated with obesity, direct selling companies are on the front lines, arming consumers with the products and knowledge they need to reverse the alarming health trends and help create positive lifestyle changes.

Through new scientific research and data, quality nutritional foods and supplements and weight-management programs that teach the benefits of healthier living, these companies have successfully impacted millions of lives.

And what has perhaps brought about the greatest success for these companies is one intangible that continues to draw in customers—the personalized care and honest goodwill that encourages those in need to live well and live long. This gives direct sellers a competitive edge over other channels that will help them continue to thrive for many years to come.

“To be a weight loss company and to really profit from the channel, you have to live it, you have to be it,” says Blair. “Our goal is not to show you befores and afters and unattainables. Our goal is to show you somebody who was unhappy with their weight, whether it be for health or for self-esteem reasons, and now they’re happy with their weight. That’s true transformation.”

Originally featured in Direct Selling News:  January 2011 “Transforming the Masses: Why Weight Loss Products Are Thriving in a Bad Economy” by J.M. Emmert

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Smart energy that boosts your body AND your brain!

Refresh your mind and your body with a portable energy drink mix that’s good for you!

ViSalus NEURO™, the energy drink mix made with healthy ingredients to fuel you with smart energy throughout the day.

How are we different from other Energy Drinks?

Some caffeinated or sugar loaded drinks can seem to give you a quick burst of energy, but then leave you feeling more tired than ever.  Instead, NEURO™ is a patent-pending energy formula based on great nutritional science that uses a unique blend of energy ingredients without the sugar or caffeine found in other energy drinks.  The result is a gentle lift that awakens your brain and invigorates your body without the jitters. And, it’s conveniently portable.

ViSalus NEURO™ comes in easy to use packets – perfect to grab on the run and make it simple to get the boost you need anywhere, anytime! Just mix NEURO™ with water or your favorite beverage (such as iced tea, hot tea, lemonade, cranberry juice, or any other beverage) for smart energy every day.

The energy drink market in the United States tops $500 million annually, and is growing at a rate of 60% per year. The worldwide energy drink market is an astounding $3 Billion, and is expected to grow to $10 Billion in 3 years! Why so much growth, and are these products healthy for you?

The reason for this growth is clear – everybody wants or needs more energy.

Take a look:

• 75% of consumers have issues related to energy and vitality
• 25% of Americans suffer from clinically significant daytime sleepiness . Americans are sleeping on average 1-2 hours less per night than they did 40 years ago
• 95% of workers have said they have made a mistake at work due to tiredness

Replenish your genius with NEURO’s unique herb blend:

With ViSalus NEURO™, you get the mental focus and energy to perform at your best. NEURO fights tiredness with a patent-pending blend of healthy energy ingredients. Below are some of these ingredients and their benefits:

Neuro Smart Energy FAQ

1. How is this product healthy?
Our energy drink provides more nutrition than the leading brands. We combine a patent pending combination of ingredients to provide healthy energy. Other brands may use high levels of caffeine and sugar to give you that ‘lift,’ only to have you crash shortly thereafter. They may also use high levels of taurine to make your body respond, which can make some people feel jittery. Our patent pending blend provides Rhodiola extract to help refresh your brain, boost your alertness and boost mental acuity. We also included DMAE (2-di-methlaminoehtanol), a natural compound that releases neuron transmitting compound (acetylcholine) and speeds neural transmission safely and effectively.

We provide about 1/4 cup of coffee worth of natural caffeine to stimulate the body, combined with a B vitamin blend to help support sustained energy. We then add vitamin C, because we know that when you are tired, it often means your body is also under stress and needs to defend itself.

2. Why is it better than other energy brands?
Our product offers 3 key benefits: Mental alertness/acuity, Physical energy, and great portability and convenience. We have less caffeine, no sugar spikes, great taste and it’s easy to use… is there more? Throw one in your gym bag or purse instead of carrying around a can or two of the other brands. It is also low sodium and tastes great.

3. Who should take the product?
Our product was designed for young adults and beyond. The FDA does not have guidelines for caffeine intake as it relates to kids, though they recommend no more than 45mg per day of caffeine for younger children. With all the soda consumed today, it is likely children are drinking at least that amount already if not more. Our product has about the same amount of caffeine as one can of orange soda or cola. Our recommendation is that you ask your doctor before giving it to children. Pregnant and lactating women should not use this product. It is not recommended for children.

4. Can I mix it in other liquids besides water?
Yes! For flavor variety any time of day, try mixing it with water, juice, lemonade, iced tea, hot tea, or other beverages of your choice.

5. How many can I drink per day?
The US Government recommends that adults target no more than 240mg of caffeine per day. Therefore you can easily consume 2-4 per day and be under that amount. At a high 4 per day (most people will drink 1-2 per day); your customer can still enjoy their morning coffee.

6. With the high levels of B vitamins, and C Vitamins, is there a risk of getting too much if I take this
and the Vi-PAK?
There are no known adverse effects of Vitamin B consumption. For Vitamin C, you’d have to consume over 3,000 mg before most effects of gastrointestinal disturbances are noticed. The levels or RDA are not based on the required or ideal levels, but are the minimum threshold that everyone should consume.

7. Are there any allergens in the product?
None of the ingredients are known allergens. As with any product, each person may respond differently, but we are not aware of any known issues.

8. Can people with high blood pressure or on heart medications take the product?
Our level of caffeine is low, and should not interfere with blood pressure medications at the 1-3 per day level. However, cardiovascular diseases should be managed with physician care, so we recommend you speak to your doctor before consuming ViSalus NEURO™. The product is low sodium.

9. Isn’t caffeine bad for you? Why is it in the product?
Caffeine is known to help stimulate the brain and body. Though there is no nutritional need for caffeine, moderate caffeine intake is not associated with any known health risk. There are conflicting opinions on how much is safe for pregnant women or children. If you are concerned, we recommend you speak to your physician. The FDA recommends that adults try to limit daily caffeine intake to 240mg. To achieve that level, you’d need to drink over 5 servings per day of NEURO™. As with all conflicting clinical data, there is some clinical evidence that caffeine may actually help with Alzheimer’s and other diseases.

10. Why artificial sweeteners?
The formula contains herbs, which can be difficult to make taste good using sugar as a sweetener. Sugar can also cause a high, followed by a low as it enters the body, which defeats the purpose of energy production. It also appeals to a wide audience, as industry data shows that 69% of consumers want low to no sugar products. While some people are concerned with safety, there are no known studies linking the use of the sweeteners we’ve selected with health risks. While Stevia is an herb that can provide sweetness, the US government currently does not allow it to be combined into food supplements/foods as a sweetening agent.

11. Why these two flavors?
We selected the two flavors that will appeal to the widest number of people. The flavors also offer variety, and worked well with our unique blend of ingredients.

12. Why a powder mix and not a liquid in a can?
Portability, sampling, and the ability to mix with multiple liquids made powder the smart choice. This provides the utmost in convenience and personalization. Plus, it’s easier to ship to your customers, costing them less.

13. Does NEURO meet the guidelines for athletic usage?
Yes. NEURO contains no ingredients on the Olympic banned substances list. With arginine and low caffeine, athletes may enjoy using the product.

14. Our Vi-PAK helps with energy. Why are we offering this product?
Our mission is to spread the word about good nutrition around the world. To that end, we are developing products that speak to different ages, genders, and cultural backgrounds. Currently, the average age of our distributors is 44. We believe that offering a healthy energy drink will appeal to a wide age group, and attract younger people to the ViSalus brand. Additionally, even though we are healthier and have more natural energy with the Vi-PAK®, there are those days we can all feel a bit in a fog. Perhaps we have an exam we are studying for, or a big presentation to make. Our energy drink will help the brain as well as the body feel more refreshed for those moments in which we all need a little lift. And, with the price point, it may help you attract a new customer to the ViSalus name.

NEURO™ comes 15 packets to a box or in a 22 serving jar and in two delicious flavors, Raspberry Boost and Lemon Lift. You can support your brain and get energy the healthy way by using up to 6 packets per day.

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