Tuesday, March 1, 2016

AFTER YEARS OF TELLING PEOPLE CHEMOTHERAPY IS THE ONLY WAY


AFTER YEARS OF TELLING PEOPLE CHEMOTHERAPY IS THE ONLY WAY TO TRY ('TRY', BEING THE KEY WORD) TO ELIMINATE CANCER, JOHNS HOPKINS IS FINALLY STARTING TO TELL YOU THERE IS AN ALTERNATIVE WAY.

Cancer Update from Johns Hopkins :

1. Every person has cancer cells in the body. These cancer cells do not show up in the standard tests until they have multiplied to a few billion. When doctors tell cancer patients that there are no more cancer cells in their bodies after treatment, it just means the tests are unable to detect the cancer cells because they have not reached the detectable size.

2. Cancer cells occur between 6 to more than 10 times in a person's lifetime.

3 When the person's immune system is strong the cancer cells will be destroyed and prevented from multiplying and forming tumors. But wait a min doesn’t the treatment kill the immune system?

4. When a person has cancer it indicates the person has multiple nutritional deficiencies. These could be due to genetic, environmental, food and lifestyle factors.

5. To overcome the multiple nutritional deficiencies, changing diet and including supplements will strengthen the immune system.

6. Chemotherapy involves poisoning the rapidly-growing cancer cells and also destroys rapidly-growing healthy cells in the bone marrow, gastrointestinal tract etc, and can cause organ damage, like liver, kidneys, heart, lungs etc.

7. Radiation while destroying cancer cells also burns, scars and damages healthy cells, tissues and organs.

8. Initial treatment with chemotherapy and radiation will often reduce tumor size. However prolonged use of chemotherapy and radiation do not result in more tumor destruction. Now bet the doc don’t tell you this…..

9. When the body has too much toxic burden from chemotherapy and radiation the immune system is either compromised or destroyed, hence the person can succumb to various kinds of infections and complications. HUH!!!  Really?

10. Chemotherapy and radiation can cause cancer cells to mutate and become resistant and difficult to destroy. Surgery can also cause cancer cells to spread to other sites.

11. An effective way to battle cancer is to starve the cancer cells by not feeding it with the foods it needs to multiply. Well!!!

CANCER CELLS FEED ON: 

     a. Sugar is a cancer-feeder. By cutting off sugar it cuts off one important food supply to the cancer cells. Sugar substitutes like NutraSweet, Equal, Spoonful, etc are made with Aspartame and it is harmful. A better natural substitute would be Manuka honey or molasses but only in very small amounts. Table salt has a chemical added to make it white in color. Better alternative is Bragg's aminos or sea salt.

     b. Milk causes the body to produce mucus, especially in the gastro-intestinal tract. Cancer feeds on mucus. By cutting off milk and substituting with unsweetened almond milk cancer cells are being starved..

     c. Cancer cells thrive in an acid environment. A meat-based diet is acidic and it is best to eat fish, and a little chicken rather than beef or pork. Meat also contains livestock antibiotics, growth hormones and parasites, which are all harmful, especially to people with cancer.

     d. A diet made of 80% fresh vegetables and juice, whole grains, seeds, nuts and a little fruits help put the body into an alkaline environment. About 20% can be from cooked food including beans. Fresh vegetable juices provide live enzymes that are easily absorbed and reach down to cellular levels within 15 minutes to nourish and enhance growth of healthy cells. To obtain live enzymes for building healthy cells try and drink fresh vegetable juice (most vegetables including bean sprouts) and eat some raw vegetables 2 or 3 times a day. Enzymes are destroyed at temperatures of 104 degrees F (40 degrees C).

     e. Avoid coffee, tea, and chocolate, which have high caffeine. Green tea is a better alternative and has cancer fighting properties. Water-best to drink purified water, or filtered, to avoid known toxins and heavy metals in tap water. Distilled water is acidic, avoid it. Don’t worry, you don’t have to give up the coffee, but you do have to give up yours..(the kind your drinking know) for one that helps improve your health.

12. Meat protein is difficult to digest and requires a lot of digestive enzymes. Undigested meat remaining in the intestines becomes putrefied and leads to more toxic buildup.

13. Cancer cell walls have a tough protein covering. By refraining from or eating less meat it frees more enzymes to attack the protein walls of cancer cells and allows the body's killer cells to destroy the cancer cells.

14. Some supplements build up the immune system (IP6, Flor-ssence, Essiac, anti-oxidants, vitamins, minerals, EFAs etc.) to enable the bodies own killer cells to destroy cancer cells. Other supplements like vitamin E are known to cause apoptosis, or programmed cell death, the body's normal method of disposing of damaged, unwanted, or unneeded cells.

15. Cancer is a disease of the mind, body, and spirit. A proactive and positive spirit will help the cancer warrior be a survivor. Anger, un-forgiveness and bitterness put the body into a stressful and acidic environment. Learn to have a loving and forgiving spirit. Learn to relax and enjoy life.

16. Cancer cells cannot thrive in an oxygenated environment. Exercising daily, and deep breathing help to get more oxygen down to the cellular level. Oxygen therapy is another means employed to destroy cancer cells. Also by adding a simple little sachet to your water, you can increase oxygen, and high antioxidants. Find out More Here

1. No plastic containers in micro.

2. No water bottles in freezer.

3. No plastic wrap in microwave

Johns Hopkins has recently sent this out in its newsletters. This information is being circulated at Walter Reed Army Medical Center as well. Dioxin chemicals cause cancer, especially breast cancer. Dioxins are highly poisonous to the cells of our bodies. Don't freeze your plastic bottles with water in them as this releases dioxins from the plastic. Recently, Dr. Edward Fujimoto, Wellness Program Manager at Cast le Hospital, was on a TV program to explain this health hazard. He talked about dioxins and how bad they are for us. He said that we should not be heating our food in the microwave using plastic containers. This especially applies to foods that contain fat. He said that the combination of fat, high heat, and plastics releases dioxin into the food and ultimately into the cells of the body. Instead, he recommends using glass, such as Corning Ware, Pyrex or ceramic containers for heating food You get the same results, only without the dioxin. So such things as TV dinners, instant ramen and soups, etc., should be removed from the container and heated in something else. Paper isn't bad but you don't know what is in the paper. It's just safer to use tempered glass, Corning Ware, etc.. He reminded us that a while ago some of the fast food restaurants moved away from the foam containers to paper. The dioxin problem is one of the reasons. 

Also, he pointed out that plastic wrap, such as Saran, is just as dangerous when placed over foods to be cooked in the microwave. As the food is nuked, the high heat causes poisonous toxins to actually melt out of the plastic wrap and drip into the food. Cover food with a paper towel instead. 

This is an article that should be sent to anyone important in your life. Ask Me about AquaLyte and Ionyte.

Friday, February 19, 2016

Vibrant Energy Drink


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VIBRANT contains a blend of nutrients, herbs, fruit extracts, and vitamins. This exclusive blend delivers energy and nutrients to the cells. Works in minutes and lasts for hours.
Only 30 calories per serving and Tastes great!
Promotes healthy cholesterol levels, Healthy blood sugar levels, Healthy cardiovascular system and a Healthy immune system.
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VIBRANT works in minutes and lasts for hours. What's the secret?
VIBRANT is a culmination of many months of research and development in our laboratory. We went through 80 different production trials before finalizing the formula. The "secret" is the delicate balance of extraordinarily effective ingredients that work synergistically together on a cellular level, creating a mental and physical energizing effect.
What is the difference between VIBRANT and the other Energy Drinks on the market?
First of all, our philosophy is different. Most energy drinks on the market today create a response by mega-dosing the system with high levels of unhealthy ingredients such as sugar and caffeine anhydrous. By attacking the central nervous system in such a manner, you will get a superficial, temporary surge of energy. Problem is it only lasts for a little while with the unhealthy jolt-and-crash cycle being hard on the body.
VIBRANT works on a completely different level as it has been designed to target metabolic pathways to create optimal balance and performance at the cellular level. As a result, the effect of the product can be felt for hours at a time. The goal with VIBRANT was to create the "World's First Healthy Energy Drink" to work with the body and not "against" it to get a superior result. We have accomplished that.
Can diabetics take VIBRANT?
All diabetics should first consult their primary care physician before taking VIBRANT, or any dietary supplement. VIBRANT contains 30 calories and 5 grams of sugar. Even though VIBRANT is diabetic friendly, all diabetics should review the contents of VIBRANT just like they review other foods they eat or supplements they take.
Isn't Guarana a form of caffeine?
Guarana contains many healthful substances, including a natural stimulatory ingredient known as Guaranine. Guaranine is not caffeine anhydrous. In fact, it is molecularly similar to the Theobromine in chocolate. Chocolate is known as the 'feel good' candy and VIBRANT is known as the 'feel good' energy drink. We believe that Guaranine is a healthier alternative to caffeine anhydrous and is one of the many reasons why VIBRANT works.
Can my children take VIBRANT?
VIBRANT is designed as a natural energy drink. One serving (15 grams) is recommended for an average adult male. You may wish to reduce the amount consumed according to body weight and age. Youth 12 - 18 may take VIBRANT at a limited serving size based on age and weight.
Can I mix VIBRANT with other beverages besides water?
Absolutely! The flexibility of the product is one of the appealing aspects.
Just mix VIBRANT with water or fruit juice and enjoy! 
With VIBRANT, you won't have that jittery buzz!  You'll feel great and ready to take on the world.

VIBRANT targets metabolic pathways to create optimal balance and performance at the cellular level. Every cell in your body depends on energy to perform the function of that cell. Most people eat foods high in calories and low in nutrients, the very nutrients that your cells need to perform their functions.   VIBRANT is formulated to deliver those key nutrients that can help your cells perform.

Just add VIBRANT to a 16 - 20 oz bottle of water or your favorite beverage, shake well and you've got the world’s first "On The Go" healthy energy drink.
VIBRANT Healthy Energy Drink aids in rapid sports recovery, improves athletic performance and is the sports recovery drink choice of many athletes!
VIBRANT – the healthy sports recovery and energy drink for serious sports training and enhanced mental clarity.
VIBRANT is a break-through energy drink that generates a super-charged nutrient uptake into your body’s cells within 10-15 minutes! As a result, you will experience the healthy, full body revitalization that only VIBRANT can deliver… for hours at a time!
Whether its morning, afternoon, or night, VIBRANT will keep you on the go. Experience for yourself what consumers around the world are calling the” Feel Good” drink!Pro

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Wednesday, February 3, 2016

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Over 2,000 years ago, the noni fruit’s distinctive flavor and aroma singled it out to explorers. Along with a taste for this fruit, these Asian travelers acquired knowledge of the healing virtues of the nonis stems, leaves and fruits themselves. This information, long known to practitioners of ayurvedic medicine, would soon begin to transform another culture. The explorers carried the noni fruit to the Polynesian Islands, and its healing virtues became part of the cultures legends and mythology.
Naturopathic healers have been using this fruit for a number of medicinal purposes. Some include treatment for asthma, lumbago, dysentery, infected boils, menstrual cramps, and even applied externally to broken bones.
The following is more information on this botanical and its nutritional advantages.
  • Oligo and polysaccharides – two long-chain sugar molecules that act as phytonutrients. These help produce a dietary fiber which supports proper digestion.
  • Strong anti-inflammatory properties.
  • Vitamins – Contains good amounts of vitamin C as well as a fair amount of vitamin A. (Specific percentages  will depend on your specific source of noni)
  • Beta-sitosterol – a phytonutrient with potential for having anti-cholesterol and anti-inflammatory effects.
An increasing number of studies are being done on this fruit. These studies are helping support what natural healing practitioners have known for quite some time about Noni. It’s truly a great superfood!

Tuesday, March 17, 2015

Jeunesse Completes Strategic Acquisition of MonaVie to Create Leading Multigenerational Healthy Living Company

Jeunesse Completes Strategic Acquisition of MonaVie to Create Leading Multigenerational Healthy Living Company

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ORLANDO, Fla., March 16, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Jeunesse Global (Jeunesse),

 a leading direct selling company devoted to inspiring healthy living and youth enhancement, announced today the acquisition of MonaVie, a provider of premium nutritional products sold through a global network of independent distributors, as well as its brand mynt™, creating a leading multigenerational healthy living company with a growing emphasis on the youth movement. As a combined company, the Jeunesse brand will operate on an international platform with a network of more than 4 million distributors in over 100 countries, supporting consumers from Generation Y to Baby Boomers with numerous products to help them live healthier lifestyles.

"By welcoming MonaVie to the Jeunesse family, we created a very powerful and exciting opportunity for our company, consumers and distributors," said Randy Ray, Jeunesse Chief Executive Officer.

"Both companies are committed to helping distributors around the world deliver a best-in-class customer experience to help them maximize business opportunities and empower people to live their lives with purpose and in the healthiest manner possible," added Scott Lewis, Jeunesse Chief Visionary Officer. "The combined company will position us as a leading multigenerational healthy living brand and accelerate our growth trajectory."

Under the ownership of Jeunesse, MonaVie will have a strong financial partner offering them an enhanced balance sheet, significant economies of scale and an efficient operational infrastructure to support the company's growth plan. This acquisition will also allow both companies to enter and quickly expand new markets throughout the world.

"This is an exciting step forward for MonaVie and our distributors. Our diligent work over the past two years has resulted in a right-sized company with innovative products and an efficient sourcing platform," commented Mauricio Bellora, MonaVie President and CEO. "In Jeunesse, one of the fastest growing companies in our industry, we have found the best possible partner to drive our growth plans and be the cornerstone of our future. As a combined company, we will work towards one goal, to offer consumers the perfect experience, allowing all our distributors to build sustainable businesses and maximize their potential."

In the past two years, MonaVie has launched its CORE nutritional products and rebranded EMV energy drinks, while also adding new flavors to the EMV line. In addition, the company premiered many products internationally.

With the support of Jeunesse, MonaVie will continue its planned product rollout and international expansion, including the promotion of MonaVie's new brand, mynt™, which is focused on enhancing the positives of network marketing, and has begun a movement within the industry to change the way things are done. Jeunesse will bring mynt™ to Europe this summer and to Japan in the near future.
"The strategic acquisition of MonaVie presents Jeunesse with a valuable opportunity to leverage our combined strengths and significantly expand globally," added Mr. Lewis. "This is the right decision at the right time, not only because it will significantly increase our growth trajectory and bring us closer to our goal of $1 billion in sales — but also because it brings new opportunities for our distributors, the lifeblood of our company."
During the gradual integration process, both companies' businesses will continue to operate as usual.
Financial details of the acquisition are not being disclosed. As part of the acquisition agreement, Jeunesse cleared the debt of MonaVie with a purchase of their senior subordinated debentures.

About Jeunesse GlobalJeunesse Global is a leading direct selling company devoted to encouraging healthy living and youth enhancement. Company research focuses on adult stem cell science, telomere support, DNA repair, fat loss technology, and nutrigenomics. Products are made in the United States and are exclusively formulated for Jeunesse. With a multilingual customer service, back office support team, global enrollment system, and in-house programming already in place, the company is fully operational in 32 offices around the world. Its distribution channels extend to over 100 countries. As a global leader, Jeunesse has a social responsibility to the community and is committed to extending a helping hand to underprivileged children globally through our philanthropic organization, Jeunesse Kids ™. Jeunesse Global and the Jeunesse Global logo are registered trademarks of Jeunesse Global, LLC in the U.S. and/or other countries. For more information, please visit: jeunesseglobal.com. Follow Jeunesse on Facebook or Twitter.

About MonaVieSince 2005, MonaVie has developed premium products dedicated to promoting health and wellness worldwide. Mona Vie products are marketed and sold in more than 30 countries and address four key areas necessary for optimal health: Nutrition, Weight, Energy, and Stress. The products empower people to live healthier, more meaningful lives. That greater meaning is revealed through the company's heartfelt commitment to doing good in the world and by helping children and families in need through the MORE Project, a nongovernmental, nonprofit organization that works with those facing extreme poverty in the favelas of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. For more information, visit monavie.com.

About mynt™ http://myntforyou.com mynt™ is a brand that builds communities through its health and fitness products, an improved business opportunity, and personal growth objectives, all of which empowers people to make a difference in the world. Fueled by its vision to help others achieve their ambitions and live life on purpose, mynt™ enables anyone to take part in the brand and works with its community members to provide competitive products, strong rewards and recognition. mynt™ also offers a versatile business opportunity that compensates people in a variety of ways for their time and financial investment. It's the type of opportunity that can produce economic empowerment so people can put food on the table, pay bills, or even enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle. Learn more at gomynt.com.
To view the original version on PR Newswire, visit:http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/jeunesse-completes-strategic-acquisition-of-monavie-to-create-leading-multigenerational-healthy-living-company-300051079.html
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Thursday, February 12, 2015

7 of the Most Common Workout Mistakes

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 by gomynt | #myntfit |

Your commitment to working out on a regular basis is truly commendable, but in order to keep your 2015 fitness goals past Valentine’s Days (the day of love is also the day when most Americas give up on their resolutions) there are some pitfalls you’ll want to avoid.

I’ve personally been guilty of #2, #3, and #7—basically all of them—plenty of times. You certainly don’t want to spend a lot of time working out, only to realize down the road that you’ve been making some pretty big mistakes.
Take a look at the 7 most common workout mistakes and how you can correct them.

mistake #1: training too long with a lack of intensity
Maybe you work out for two hours at a time, yet you’re still the same weight and/or body build weeks later. Why do you think that is? Well, working out too long can backfire. You’re body needs time to recover between sessions. Going past 55 minutes per workout can lead to adrenal fatigue and reduce performance.
How do you know you are over excising and not allowing your body enough time to recover? Here are some 7 symptoms to pay attention to:
  • Exercise leaves you exhausted instead of energized
  • You get sick easily (or it takes forever to get over a cold)
  • You have the blues
  • You’re unable to sleep or you can’t seem to get enough sleep
  • You have ”heavy” legs
  • You have a short fuse
  • You’re regularly sore for days at a time
Try this instead: Keep your workout period under an hour and start turning up the intensity. Just because you are moving and doing something athletic doesn’t mean you’re burning loads of calories. For a hardcore body and some weight loss, you’ve got to increase the intensity of your workouts. As you continue to tweak your intensity level, you’ll certainly notice a difference over time.
mistake #2:  not performing exercises properly
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Do you realize that there are a lot of people at the gym who do not use the exercise equipment properly? They may be using the wrong techniques or doing too few or too many reps. If you are not performing exercises properly, you’re more apt to suffer an injury and you are less likely to get your desired results. This also goes for exercises you do on your own or ones that you do with an exercise machine.

A great solution is to ask the gym staff if they have a professional around to teach you how to use the various equipment the correct way. If you’re working out at home doing various techniques, consider doing a YouTube search on your exercises to be sure you are doing them right. For example, squats have long been criticized for being destructive to your knees, but when done properly, squats actually improve knee stability and strengthen connective tissue. Using the right techniques, squat exercises should engage your thighs, knees, core, back, and muscle fibers throughout your legs and buttocks all the way down to your ankles and feet.

mistake #3:  keeping the same workout routine
It’s easy to get into the same workout routine, but if your goal is to lose weight and build muscle, you must switch up your routine sometimes in order to see the changes you really want. When you keep doing the same exercises week after week, you’ll end up hitting a plateau and you won’t continue to experience the changes you have been. To combat this, simply change up your routine every so often by changing the type of exercises you do, the duration, the number of reps, etc., so that you experience a variety of workouts. This way, you’ll get better results down the road.

mistake #4:  making unrealistic goals
One of the most common workout mistakes is setting goals that just aren’t reasonable. It is important to set goals that you can achieve because if you set goals that will be extremely difficult or unattainable, you set yourself up for disappointment. Set your goals based on how much time you have to commit to working out, your age, your lifestyle.

For example, if you want to train for a marathon, yet you only have a small amount of time you can train each week, you’re going to suffer some disappointment when start gun fires on race day. Likewise, if you want to lose 30 pounds in a month, yet you can’t commit to rigorous exercise 5 days a week, the goal may be unrealistic. Do your best to set attainable goals. Setting milestones are a great idea as well, as then you have shorter goals that are easier to meet than the ultimate goal.
Word of advice: Treat yourself to something delightful when you accomplish a milestone, like a night at the movies or that special pair of boots you’ve been eyeing. Rewarding yourself will solidify your success.

mistake #5:  not having a plan when you enter the gym
If you don’t have a workout plan, you’re sort of like a sail boat without sails. You’re just floating on the water not really getting far. It’s easy to get into the habit of showing up at the gym and working out mindlessly. But, if you want a great body or if you want to lose a certain amount of weight, it’s best if you create a workout plan. If this is something that you cannot do on your own, feel free to do some research online or hire a professional trainer. There are plenty of workout programs to choose from and by following a plan, you’re more apt to get the results that you’re looking for.

mistake #6:  skipping the warm-up
stretching
You may be able to get away without stretching when doing low impact type of workouts, but if you run, sprint, or do any other high intensity workout then stretching is an absolute MUST. Stretching loosens up your muscles and gets your body ready for your workout. It also decreases your chances of injury. You certainly don’t want to skip stretching and warming up only to pull a muscle. Additionally, stretching after a workout will help you to experience less soreness.

mistake #7:  comparing yourself with others
This may be the hardest one to avoid. Regardless of who you are, you can look around and find someone stronger, leaner, and more athletic. And, it’s easy to get caught up in trying to be better than every other person and to keep comparing yourself with others, but this will only lead to self-destruction. In short, you will never feel satisfied with your progress and you won’t appreciate your accomplishments.

Instead of focusing on others, you should set goals so you are competing against yourself. Keep track of how long it takes you to run 5 miles or how many reps you can do with a 25 pound weight and then try to beat that number the following week or increase the weight you use. Keep track of and keep assessing your efforts, but the point is you should try to beat your previous best with every session.

As you hone in on beating your best, you will actually find yourself doing things that you could have never imagined. Your confidence and ability to preserver will also increase. You’ll keep getting up. You’ll keep going. Plus, you will learn something pretty special: When you compete against yourself, everyone will want to help you.

Working out is a wonderful way to get and stay in shape.  As you commit to a lifestyle that includes workouts, keep these common workout mistakes in mind so that you can avoid them.
 Jeremy Hawkins gomynt
http://jeremyhawkins.net http://myntforyou.com

Monday, February 9, 2015

Shocking Investigation Reveals Herbal Supplements From GNC, Target, Wal-Mart, Walgreens are FAKE!

 


An investigation by the New York State attorney general’s office into store-brand supplements has found that many herbal supplements do not only contain arguably no herbs, but also don’t contain the main ingredient/herb advertised.
The investigation targeted 4 national retailers — GNC, Target, Walgreens and Wal-Mart, each of which received cease-and-desist letters demanding that a number of their supplements be taken off the market. In addition to containing phony filler and potential unlisted allergens, many of these supplements didn’t even contain the herbs shown on their labels.
“Contamination, substitution and falsely labeling herbal products constitute deceptive business practices and, more importantly, present considerable health risks for consumers,” said the letters.
As reported by the New York Times:
“The tests were conducted using a process called DNA barcoding, which identifies individual ingredients through a kind of ‘genetic fingerprinting.’ The investigators tested 24 products claiming to be seven different types of herb — echinacea, garlic, gingko biloba, ginseng, saw palmetto, St. John’s wort and valerian root. All but five of the products contained DNA that was either unrecognizable or from a plant other than what the product claimed to be.
Additionally, five of the 24 contained wheat and two contained beans without identifying them on the labels — both substances are known to cause allergic reactions in some people.”

Key Findings

Here are some of the bullet-point findings of the investigation:
  • Most of the supplements contained phony fillers.
  • Many of the supplements contained unlisted allergens. Five of the 24 products tested contained unlisted wheat, and 2 contained unlisted beans — both of which are known to cause allergic reactions in some people.
  • Some of the supplements didn’t even contain the herb advertised. All but 5 of the 24 products tested contained DNA that was either unrecognizable or from a plant other than what the product claimed to be.
  • None of Walmart’s 6 supplements tested were found to contain purely the ingredient advertised.
  • Tests on 6 of the Target brand’s products resulted in only one unqualified positive.
Harvard Medical School assistant professor Pieter Cohen, who is an expert on supplement safety, said the test results were so extreme he found them hard to accept, and that the ingredients’ DNA must have been destroyed during manufacturing. He also said: “if this data is accurate, then it is an unbelievably devastating indictment of the industry.”
While Walmart and GNC stated they would respond “appropriately” to the findings, it is reported that Walgreens will remove the offending products from its shelves nationwide. Target did not respond to requests for comment.
The investigation is an important reminder to always research supplements before you buy them, as they could contain toxic fillers, GMOs, synthetic vitamins, and – as revealed – not even offer the ingredient advertised. Do some research, trust your sources, and support those who truly care about offering an authentic health-boosting supplement.