SALT LAKE CITY, Apr 30, 2008 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- USANA Health Sciences, Inc. (NASDAQ: USNA), a worldwide leader in science-based nutritional supplements, today announced it will be the supplement supplier of the Continental Basketball Association champion Lawton-Fort Sill Cavalry.
The Oklahoma-based Cavalry recently completed their championship season, finishing 34-18 and becoming the first expansion team since 2001-02 to win a CBA title.
Former NBA player Greg Minor and his wife, Stephanie, who started a USANA business eight months ago, introduced USANA products to the team in February, not long after Greg was named the Cavalry's assistant coach.
"I introduced the products to the players at a shoot-around one day and they fell in love with them," said Minor, who provided his players with USANA's HealthPak 100(TM) nutritional supplements, as well as Oatmeal Raisin Nutrition Bars and Iced Lemon Fibergy Bars(TM). "My vision as a coach is to have a lifelong partnership with USANA. I know from experience that professional basketball players need these supplements not only during their playing careers but also in retirement."
Minor, a former first-round NBA Draft pick out of the University of Louisville, spent five seasons with the Boston Celtics before a hip injury ended his playing career.
"I wish I had the opportunity to take USANA supplements when I played for the Celtics," Minor said. "I retired from the NBA in 2001 and began looking for different supplements to take. By far, USANA offers the best nutritional supplements I've come across."
Lawton-Fort Sill Cavalry website
Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Monday, April 28, 2008
USANA Launches Nutreo(TM)--A Nutritious Chocolate Energy Bar
SALT LAKE CITY, Apr 28, 2008 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- USANA Health Sciences, Inc. (NASDAQ: USNA) recently introduced its new Nutreo(TM) bar, a delicious chocolate snack intended for health-conscious chocolate lovers. Each double-chocolate bar contains 10 grams of protein, two grams of fiber and has a low glycemic score of 44.
USANA developed Nutreo to offer customers an alternative chocolate snack that provides beneficial ingredients. Nutreo contains a concentration of both whey and soy protein. This bar's all-natural flavors and sweeteners keep its glycemic score low while offering a delicious source of sustainable energy. Additionally, Nutreo only contains 140 calories and has zero grams of trans fat, making it a convenient snack between meals.
"Our health-conscious customers have come to expect only healthy and balanced products from USANA, but they also demand great taste," USANA President Dave Wentz explained. "With Nutreo, we developed a product that both chocolate fanatics and health enthusiasts can love."
USANA launched Nutreo at a regional distributor convention in Orlando on April 25, and will offer Nutreo in the United States, Canada, Mexico, the United Kingdom and the Netherlands.
Source: USANA
USANA developed Nutreo to offer customers an alternative chocolate snack that provides beneficial ingredients. Nutreo contains a concentration of both whey and soy protein. This bar's all-natural flavors and sweeteners keep its glycemic score low while offering a delicious source of sustainable energy. Additionally, Nutreo only contains 140 calories and has zero grams of trans fat, making it a convenient snack between meals.
"Our health-conscious customers have come to expect only healthy and balanced products from USANA, but they also demand great taste," USANA President Dave Wentz explained. "With Nutreo, we developed a product that both chocolate fanatics and health enthusiasts can love."
USANA launched Nutreo at a regional distributor convention in Orlando on April 25, and will offer Nutreo in the United States, Canada, Mexico, the United Kingdom and the Netherlands.
Source: USANA
USANA Becomes Official Supplement Supplier of USA Bobsled Team Radcliff
SALT LAKE CITY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 23, 2008--USANA Health Sciences, Inc. (NASDAQ: USNA), a worldwide leader in science-based nutritional supplements, today announced it has signed a two-year sponsorship agreement to be the official supplement supplier of nationally ranked USA Bobsled Team Radcliff.
"I've done a lot of research on a variety of supplements and found the absorption rate of USANA's products into the system is unmatched," said Ivan Radcliff, 34, a World Cup silver medalist and a member of five world championship teams. "That's what helped me earn a fourth-place finish at the final race of the season in Lake Placid, N.Y."
USA Bobsled Team Radcliff, currently ranked fourth nationally, features Radcliff and Jim Carriel, and will include two athletes yet to be selected. USANA's agreement with the team extends through the 2010 Olympic Winter Games in Vancouver.
"I'm very pleased to be associated with such a great company and I look forward to the future, including Vancouver," said Radcliff, who trains in Park City, Utah, and works for the Park City Fire District. "I've known about USANA for years because of its association with the US Speedskating Team and appreciate the way the company stands behind its athletes."
USANA continues to be the trusted name in nutrition among many of the world's premier winter athletes, including the US Speedskating Team, USA Luge and Speed Skating Canada. Six USANA products recently received certification through NSF International's Certified for Sport(TM) program. NSF's independent certification helps athletes make educated decisions about the safety of the dietary supplements they choose to take.
"USANA is proud to associate itself with the world's greatest athletes and is thrilled to sponsor USA Bobsled Team Radcliff as it prepares for the Vancouver Winter Games," USANA President Dave Wentz said. "We recognize that proper nutrition is vital to athletic success, which is why we're pleased to provide these world-class athletes with the highest quality nutritional supplements."
Source: USANA
"I've done a lot of research on a variety of supplements and found the absorption rate of USANA's products into the system is unmatched," said Ivan Radcliff, 34, a World Cup silver medalist and a member of five world championship teams. "That's what helped me earn a fourth-place finish at the final race of the season in Lake Placid, N.Y."
USA Bobsled Team Radcliff, currently ranked fourth nationally, features Radcliff and Jim Carriel, and will include two athletes yet to be selected. USANA's agreement with the team extends through the 2010 Olympic Winter Games in Vancouver.
"I'm very pleased to be associated with such a great company and I look forward to the future, including Vancouver," said Radcliff, who trains in Park City, Utah, and works for the Park City Fire District. "I've known about USANA for years because of its association with the US Speedskating Team and appreciate the way the company stands behind its athletes."
USANA continues to be the trusted name in nutrition among many of the world's premier winter athletes, including the US Speedskating Team, USA Luge and Speed Skating Canada. Six USANA products recently received certification through NSF International's Certified for Sport(TM) program. NSF's independent certification helps athletes make educated decisions about the safety of the dietary supplements they choose to take.
"USANA is proud to associate itself with the world's greatest athletes and is thrilled to sponsor USA Bobsled Team Radcliff as it prepares for the Vancouver Winter Games," USANA President Dave Wentz said. "We recognize that proper nutrition is vital to athletic success, which is why we're pleased to provide these world-class athletes with the highest quality nutritional supplements."
Source: USANA
Saturday, April 5, 2008
You can make a difference—one child at a time
Watch this inspiring video spotlighting USANA’s partnership with Children’s Hunger Fund. The video also features Dr. Wentz and the state-of-the-art medical center he personally funded to help children in Uganda.By supporting the Children's Hunger Fund, not only will you have a positive effect on the lives of those in need, but also help USANA reinforce the importance of nutrition at a young age. We encourage you to forward this video on to friends and customers to draw attention and support for this important cause.
Monday, March 31, 2008
USANA receives certification through NSF's Certified for Sport Program
SALT LAKE CITY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 31, 2008--USANA Health Sciences, Inc. (NASDAQ: USNA) recently received certification of six of its products through NSF International's Certified for Sport(TM) program. NSF's independent certification helps athletes make educated decisions about the safety of the dietary supplements they choose to take.
USANA's Essentials(TM) (Mega Antioxidant and Chelated Mineral), Proflavonal(R) 90, Procosa(R) II, Active Calcium(TM) and Body Rox(TM) supplements are now approved to carry NSF's trusted Certified for Sport mark. USANA also received Good Manufacturing Practices registration and dietary supplement certification in 2007 through NSF. These are just some of the third-party findings that help consumers and athletes know USANA products are Nutritionals You Can Trust.
"The Certified for Sport program validates USANA's guarantee that our nutritional products are complete, balanced, safe and effective," said Dr. Tim Wood, USANA Executive Vice President of Research and Development. "This latest certification, as with all of our third-party testing, is based on regular product formulas--the same products that USANA customers take every day. Receiving this certification is just another step toward fulfilling our goal of providing supplements that everyday consumers and world-class athletes can trust."
The NSF Certified for Sport program was developed to meet the growing demand of athletes, coaches and all others concerned about banned substances. The NSF Certified for Sport(TM) Mark helps consumers know that products have met NSF's stringent independent certification guidelines. Products are tested and facilities are inspected for a wide range of substances prohibited by the World Anti-Doping Agency, the NFL/NFLPA and MLB/MLBPA. The list includes stimulants, narcotics, steroids, diuretics, beta-2 agonists, beta blockers, masking agents and other banned substances.
High-quality formulas, a rigorous quality assurance program and third-party certifications have helped USANA earn the trust of many world-class athletes and athletic organizations, including United States Speedskating, Speed Skating Canada, USA Luge and the Sony Ericsson WTA Tour. "It is imperative for our athletes to know precisely what they're putting into their bodies," said Stacey Allaster, President of the Sony Ericsson WTA Tour. "With USANA's guaranteed assurance of the quality of their products, our athletes can trust that they will be able to attain optimal health and fitness without the fear of violating the strict WADA code they all adhere to."
USANA has taken its assurances to athletes one step further through its unique Athlete Guarantee Program. Select athletes who participate in the program are guaranteed compensation up to $1 million if they should test positive for a substance banned by WADA as a result of taking USANA(R) nutritional products.
About NSF
NSF International, an independent, not-for-profit organization, helps protect you by certifying products and writing standards for food, water, air and consumer goods (www.nsf.org). Founded in 1944, NSF is committed to protecting public health and safety worldwide. NSF is a World Health Organization Collaborating Centre for Food and Water Safety and Indoor Environment. Additional services include safety audits for the food and water industries, management systems registrations delivered through NSF International Strategic Registrations, Ltd., organic certification provided by Quality Assurance International and education through the NSF Center for Public Health Education.
About USANA
USANA Health Sciences develops and manufactures high-quality nutritionals, personal care and weight management products that are sold directly Preferred Customers and Associates throughout the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, Japan, Taiwan, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Mexico, the Netherlands and the United Kingdom.
CONTACT: USANA Health Sciences, Inc., Salt Lake City
Dan Macuga, 801-954-7280
Dan.Macuga@us.usana.com
SOURCE: USANA Health Sciences, Inc.
USANA's Essentials(TM) (Mega Antioxidant and Chelated Mineral), Proflavonal(R) 90, Procosa(R) II, Active Calcium(TM) and Body Rox(TM) supplements are now approved to carry NSF's trusted Certified for Sport mark. USANA also received Good Manufacturing Practices registration and dietary supplement certification in 2007 through NSF. These are just some of the third-party findings that help consumers and athletes know USANA products are Nutritionals You Can Trust.
"The Certified for Sport program validates USANA's guarantee that our nutritional products are complete, balanced, safe and effective," said Dr. Tim Wood, USANA Executive Vice President of Research and Development. "This latest certification, as with all of our third-party testing, is based on regular product formulas--the same products that USANA customers take every day. Receiving this certification is just another step toward fulfilling our goal of providing supplements that everyday consumers and world-class athletes can trust."
The NSF Certified for Sport program was developed to meet the growing demand of athletes, coaches and all others concerned about banned substances. The NSF Certified for Sport(TM) Mark helps consumers know that products have met NSF's stringent independent certification guidelines. Products are tested and facilities are inspected for a wide range of substances prohibited by the World Anti-Doping Agency, the NFL/NFLPA and MLB/MLBPA. The list includes stimulants, narcotics, steroids, diuretics, beta-2 agonists, beta blockers, masking agents and other banned substances.
High-quality formulas, a rigorous quality assurance program and third-party certifications have helped USANA earn the trust of many world-class athletes and athletic organizations, including United States Speedskating, Speed Skating Canada, USA Luge and the Sony Ericsson WTA Tour. "It is imperative for our athletes to know precisely what they're putting into their bodies," said Stacey Allaster, President of the Sony Ericsson WTA Tour. "With USANA's guaranteed assurance of the quality of their products, our athletes can trust that they will be able to attain optimal health and fitness without the fear of violating the strict WADA code they all adhere to."
USANA has taken its assurances to athletes one step further through its unique Athlete Guarantee Program. Select athletes who participate in the program are guaranteed compensation up to $1 million if they should test positive for a substance banned by WADA as a result of taking USANA(R) nutritional products.
About NSF
NSF International, an independent, not-for-profit organization, helps protect you by certifying products and writing standards for food, water, air and consumer goods (www.nsf.org). Founded in 1944, NSF is committed to protecting public health and safety worldwide. NSF is a World Health Organization Collaborating Centre for Food and Water Safety and Indoor Environment. Additional services include safety audits for the food and water industries, management systems registrations delivered through NSF International Strategic Registrations, Ltd., organic certification provided by Quality Assurance International and education through the NSF Center for Public Health Education.
About USANA
USANA Health Sciences develops and manufactures high-quality nutritionals, personal care and weight management products that are sold directly Preferred Customers and Associates throughout the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, Japan, Taiwan, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Mexico, the Netherlands and the United Kingdom.
CONTACT: USANA Health Sciences, Inc., Salt Lake City
Dan Macuga, 801-954-7280
Dan.Macuga@us.usana.com
SOURCE: USANA Health Sciences, Inc.
Friday, March 14, 2008
USANA Goes Green
USANA Health Sciences associates and employees frequently use the phrase Health & Freedom to describe what our company offers. I’ve always believed in these words and what they represent. So when my conservationist sister came to me two years ago with a challenge to expand on this belief, I took notice. “How can you speak of health and freedom,” she asked, “without making the environment part of your message?” It was hard to argue with her logic.
Nourishing & Nurturing the World’s Forgotten Children
USANA Health Sciences Inc. and its founder Dr. Myron Wentz are not only interested in making superior nutritional supplements and personal products, but are also committed to alleviating pain and suffering throughout the world through better nutrition.
Executives at USANA measure the company’s success not just in terms of growth, but also in the impact the company and its associates have on the health of children and families in developing countries. This desire to engage in charitable issues dates back to the early days of the company.
Monday, March 10, 2008
USANA demonstrates that symptoms of metabolic syndrome can be improved
New Study Involving a Low-Glycemic Diet and Exercise Offers Promising Results
SALT LAKE CITY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 10, 2008--USANA Health Sciences, Inc. (NASDAQ: USNA) announced today that a large, third-party clinical study recently completed at the University of Colorado Denver (UCD) has confirmed that lifestyle change, involving diet, supplementation and exercise, can improve the metabolic syndrome.
The results of this study verified those from an earlier study conducted by USANA in 2005. Both clinical trials employed a lifestyle program that included exercise, USANA's nutritional supplements, and a low-glycemic diet including USANA's nutritional shakes and bars. Metabolic syndrome is a pre-diabetic state that involves multiple symptoms including central obesity, insulin resistance, elevated blood lipids, elevated blood glucose, and high blood pressure. Dr. Ray Strand, a family-practice physician, member of USANA's Scientific Advisory Council and distributor, developed the Internet-based lifestyle program.
USANA's original study, conducted with 25 subjects, found that the lifestyle modification program had dramatic effects on the health of participants. The University of Colorado study used a larger group (n=60) and found similar results. Those results will be fully published later this year, however initial results from the study are promising.
Subjects in the UCD study lost an average of 12 pounds over the 12-week program.
Even more dramatic, however, were the significant improvements in measures of glycemic control, cardiovascular health, inflammation and antioxidant status.
On average, study participants who completed the study (n=53) achieved the following transformations of measures of glycemic control:
- Fasting insulin was reduced by 32 percent
- Insulin levels during an oral glucose tolerance test at 120 min decreased by 44 percent
- Insulin resistance as measured by the HOMA index decreased by 32 percent
There also were notable changes in the subjects' measures of cardiovascular health:
- Systolic blood pressure declined 6 percent
- Diastolic blood pressure dropped 8 percent
- Total cholesterol dropped 5 percent
- Fasting triglyceride levels dropped 16 percent
- Systolic blood pressure declined 6 percent
- Diastolic blood pressure dropped 8 percent
- Total cholesterol dropped 5 percent
- Fasting triglyceride levels dropped 16 percent
Markers of inflammation and antioxidant status were also considerably improved:
- Plasma Antioxidant Reserve (PAR) increased 20 percent
- Urinary Isoprostanes, a marker of lipid peroxidation due to oxidative stress, decreased 29 percent
- C-Reactive Protein (CRP), a marker of inflammation, dropped 27 percent
- Vitamin E alpha levels increased by 30 percent
All of these changes are consistent with improvements to markers of Metabolic Syndrome and with significant improvements in cardiovascular and metabolic health.
Holly Wyatt, a physician and faculty member of the University of Colorado's Department of Medicine, Division of Endocrinology, Metabolism and Diabetes, oversaw the university study.
"This is a very promising program that produced some very positive changes in
the cardiovascular risk factors associated with the metabolic syndrome," Dr.
Wyatt said. "The shifts in dietary habits to calorically restricted low-glycemic
meals and the modest increases in physical activity were not only effective but
also are realistic behavioral changes many people can make."
About USANA
USANA Health Sciences develops and manufactures high-quality nutritionals, personal care, and weight management products that are sold directly to Preferred Customers and Associates throughout the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, Japan, Taiwan, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Mexico, the Netherlands and the United Kingdom.
CONTACT:USANA Health Sciences, Inc., Salt Lake CityDan Macuga, 801-954-7280Dan.Macuga@us.usana.comSOURCE: USANA Health Sciences, Inc.
Saturday, March 8, 2008
USANA Health Sciences Voted 'Distributor Choice' Best Company in Network Marketing on MLM Insider's List for 10th Straight Year
SALT LAKE CITY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 6, 2008--Distributors recently chose USANA Health Sciences (NASDAQ: USNA) as the best network marketing company for 2007 in an annual report released by MLM Insider. This marks the 10th year that USANA has ranked first in this category.
Each year, thousands of distributors make their pick for the best company in network marketing on the MLM Insider Website. USANA's continued place at the top of this noteworthy list demonstrates the loyalty and enthusiasm of its Associates and customers.
"USANA is honored to receive this recognition for the 10th straight year," said USANA Executive Vice President of Customer Relations Mark Wilson. "We are proud of our Associates and all they do, and we are grateful for their continued commitment to our company."
USANA Associate Pete Zdanis from Chester Springs, PA is one of many distributors who took the time to vote for USANA this year, "USANA's unprecedented achievement should come as no surprise, given that USANA's products are unequalled in the marketplace, the USANA Cellular Compensation Plan is among the fairest and most lucrative in the business, and USANA's management team has a proven track record of providing an outstanding business experience for tens of thousands of USANA Associates in 13 countries around the world," he explained.
USANA was also listed as one of the 10 best companies in network marketing on the MLM Insider's "Editor's Selection" list. This is the fourteenth consecutive year that USANA was included on the editor's list.
MLM Insider is a respected online information source for the multilevel marketing industry, providing links to education, training, and support information that are geared to both network marketing prospects and established distributors.
About USANA
USANA Health Sciences develops and manufactures high-quality nutritionals, personal care, and weight management products that are sold directly Preferred Customers and Associates throughout the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, Japan, Taiwan, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Mexico, the Netherlands and the United Kingdom.
CONTACT:
USANA Health Sciences
Dan Macuga, 801-954-7280
Dan.Macuga@us.usana.com
SOURCE: USANA Health Sciences
Each year, thousands of distributors make their pick for the best company in network marketing on the MLM Insider Website. USANA's continued place at the top of this noteworthy list demonstrates the loyalty and enthusiasm of its Associates and customers.
"USANA is honored to receive this recognition for the 10th straight year," said USANA Executive Vice President of Customer Relations Mark Wilson. "We are proud of our Associates and all they do, and we are grateful for their continued commitment to our company."
USANA Associate Pete Zdanis from Chester Springs, PA is one of many distributors who took the time to vote for USANA this year, "USANA's unprecedented achievement should come as no surprise, given that USANA's products are unequalled in the marketplace, the USANA Cellular Compensation Plan is among the fairest and most lucrative in the business, and USANA's management team has a proven track record of providing an outstanding business experience for tens of thousands of USANA Associates in 13 countries around the world," he explained.
USANA was also listed as one of the 10 best companies in network marketing on the MLM Insider's "Editor's Selection" list. This is the fourteenth consecutive year that USANA was included on the editor's list.
MLM Insider is a respected online information source for the multilevel marketing industry, providing links to education, training, and support information that are geared to both network marketing prospects and established distributors.
About USANA
USANA Health Sciences develops and manufactures high-quality nutritionals, personal care, and weight management products that are sold directly Preferred Customers and Associates throughout the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, Japan, Taiwan, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Mexico, the Netherlands and the United Kingdom.
CONTACT:
USANA Health Sciences
Dan Macuga, 801-954-7280
Dan.Macuga@us.usana.com
SOURCE: USANA Health Sciences
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
USANA Health Sciences Meal Replacement Drink Receives Approval to Carry Coveted Australian GI Symbol
SALT LAKE CITY, Feb 25, 2008 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- USANA Health Science Inc.'s (NASDAQ: USNA) Nutrimeal(TM) drink mix is the first meal replacement product in the Australian market to carry the coveted Glycemic Index (GI) Symbol. The GI Symbol Program is a public health initiative run by Glycemic Index Limited, which provides consumers with a credible signpost to healthier food choices using the internationally recognized benefits of GI and sound nutrition.
A 2005 consumer study conducted by A C Nielsen revealed that 86 percent of the Australian public is aware of the important role of the GI in proper nutrition and weight management and 57 percent of shoppers there use the GI Symbol as an incentive to switch brands. USANA is pleased to provide many products that live up to some of the highest standards in the world. Nutrimeal is just one of these products. It is an ideal, balanced nutritional drink mix that is a quality source of protein, low-glycemic carbohydrates, dietary fiber and many micronutrients. As a product approved to carry the GI Symbol, USANA's Nutrimeal met specific nutritional criteria and had its GI measured using the program's approved method.
Along with its line of drink mixes and nutritional bars, USANA Health Sciences also manufactures world-class nutritional supplements. In several countries around the world, supplements are more highly regulated than in the United States. In Australia, for example, the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA), which regulates dietary supplements as complimentary medicines, mandates that manufacturers follow a set of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) similar to pharmaceutical GMP in the United States. As an Australian supplier, USANA is regularly inspected and audited to ensure its products meet the TGA's cGMP standards on complimentary medicine products. USANA's nutritional supplement products also carry a potency guarantee, which ensures that what is stated on the label is actually contained in the product.
Some of USANA's foundation nutritional supplements, including the Essentials(TM), Proflavanol(TM) 90 and the HealthPak 100(TM), have been exhaustively tested by NSF International and have been found to contain all ingredients at the labeled amounts. NSF is an independent, not-for-profit organization that helps protect consumers by certifying products and writing standards for food, water, air and consumer goods.
"USANA Health Sciences and our independent Associates have been providing the world with exceptional nutritional products since 1992," USANA President Dave Wentz said. "We are pleased to receive this recognition of the nutritional benefits of Nutrimeal, and we look forward to sharing our high-quality products for many years to come."
About USANA
USANA Health Sciences develops and manufactures high-quality nutritionals, personal care, and weight management products that are sold directly to Preferred Customers and Associates throughout the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, Japan, Taiwan, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Mexico, the Netherlands and the United Kingdom.
About Glycemic Index Limited
Glycemic Index Limited was established to help consumers make healthier lifestyle choices by combining the benefits of low GI and sound nutrition. With this in mind, the company has trademarked an eye-catching GI rating symbol used on food packaging to alert consumers to low GI ratings. The program's members are the University of Sydney, Diabetes Australia and the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.
SOURCE: USANA Health Science's Inc.
A 2005 consumer study conducted by A C Nielsen revealed that 86 percent of the Australian public is aware of the important role of the GI in proper nutrition and weight management and 57 percent of shoppers there use the GI Symbol as an incentive to switch brands. USANA is pleased to provide many products that live up to some of the highest standards in the world. Nutrimeal is just one of these products. It is an ideal, balanced nutritional drink mix that is a quality source of protein, low-glycemic carbohydrates, dietary fiber and many micronutrients. As a product approved to carry the GI Symbol, USANA's Nutrimeal met specific nutritional criteria and had its GI measured using the program's approved method.
Along with its line of drink mixes and nutritional bars, USANA Health Sciences also manufactures world-class nutritional supplements. In several countries around the world, supplements are more highly regulated than in the United States. In Australia, for example, the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA), which regulates dietary supplements as complimentary medicines, mandates that manufacturers follow a set of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) similar to pharmaceutical GMP in the United States. As an Australian supplier, USANA is regularly inspected and audited to ensure its products meet the TGA's cGMP standards on complimentary medicine products. USANA's nutritional supplement products also carry a potency guarantee, which ensures that what is stated on the label is actually contained in the product.
Some of USANA's foundation nutritional supplements, including the Essentials(TM), Proflavanol(TM) 90 and the HealthPak 100(TM), have been exhaustively tested by NSF International and have been found to contain all ingredients at the labeled amounts. NSF is an independent, not-for-profit organization that helps protect consumers by certifying products and writing standards for food, water, air and consumer goods.
"USANA Health Sciences and our independent Associates have been providing the world with exceptional nutritional products since 1992," USANA President Dave Wentz said. "We are pleased to receive this recognition of the nutritional benefits of Nutrimeal, and we look forward to sharing our high-quality products for many years to come."
About USANA
USANA Health Sciences develops and manufactures high-quality nutritionals, personal care, and weight management products that are sold directly to Preferred Customers and Associates throughout the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, Japan, Taiwan, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Mexico, the Netherlands and the United Kingdom.
About Glycemic Index Limited
Glycemic Index Limited was established to help consumers make healthier lifestyle choices by combining the benefits of low GI and sound nutrition. With this in mind, the company has trademarked an eye-catching GI rating symbol used on food packaging to alert consumers to low GI ratings. The program's members are the University of Sydney, Diabetes Australia and the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.
SOURCE: USANA Health Science's Inc.
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