You are invited! Bring a friend to a special "Introduction toMeditation" FREE of chargeSunday
24 led by my friend John Halpern. John teaches techniques from the
Tibetan school of Buddhism. He is the film director of "Talks with the
Dalai Lama" and "Refuge". He is also an Usana associate. It so happens
that this program falls on Palm Sunday,
the observation of the day Prince of Peace entered into Jerusalem. Most
skilled at controlling his mind, thoughts, actions when I think of
Jesus I think of a person who said such things as "Healer heal thyself. "
and encouraged everyone to "Seek the Kingdom Within".
Vitamin D
and Booster C 600 will be the unique Spring Boosters served to give you a
Lift after this long hard winter we've had! Goodbye Sandy!
Date:SundayMarch 24, 2013
Where: Carolyn Christie's Yoga Atelier
Address: Enter 22 East 17th Street. Take elevator to 11th floor. Suite 1103. This building is also known as 41 Union Square.
Call or Text Ekayani at (212) 475 - 6547 if you need help getting there
Trains: 4 /5/6/Q/ L to Union Square
Healthy Spring Booster Refreshments Served! Learn How Easy It Is To Have a Strong Immune System!
In this REFUGE film clip, REFUGE Yogis & Film Makers by John Halpern Martin
Scorsese, Director, KUNDUN, Oliver Stone, Director, HEAVEN AND EARTH,
Dzongzar Khyentse, abbot, Director, THE CUP, Melissa Mathison, Writer,
KUNDUN, Venerable Tenzin Palmo, lived 12 years in a cave, His Holiness
Shenphen Dawa, Tibetan Lama, and
David Chadwick, Author, Zen priest, offer sound bites about Buddhism and it's impact in the West.
Digestive Health and Skin Care with Dr. Susan Kleiner
On Wednesday February 21, 2013 I was privy to a webinar hosted by USANA Health Sciences that featured a talk on Digestive Health and Skin Care by Dr. Susan Kleiner who has an impressive set of initials next to her name. She holds a Phd, is a Registered Dietician, Fellow of International Sports Science, a Fellow of the American College of Nutrition and CNS. This a person who loves what they do and works as a consultant with Olympic and elite athletes to help them get and stay on track in their nutritional and performance needs. She is a Silver Director with Usana Health Sciences.
In a metaphor I have not been able to shirk for days, Dr. Kleiner began her illustrative talk explaining that digestion for the human being actually begins in the mouth and continues via "one long tube". She made a strong case that humans are essentially one long tube encased by the skin which acts as a passage way from the outside environment to the inner one. While it was a bit odd thinking of myself in that way, there was no denying that my awareness of my own gastro intestinal digestive tract became heightend this past week. Science can certainly be good for a kind of detachment from identification with the body in the way it picks systems apart.
Complexity of Absorption
There are at least 9 different enzymes manufactured by the body to digest our foods which can be divided into carbs, proteins, fats, dairy and nucleic acids. The sites of release for these enzymes are the mouth, the small intestine and the stomach. Some of these enzymes like lactase are released upon demand. In other words, your body will manufacture enzymes as needed which can explain when introducing a new food into your system why it can feel uncomfortable at first. A period of adjustment is needed to let the "manufacturing plant" know they need to get on the ball and supply that specific enzyme designed to break down a particular food. The majority of digestion is
accomplished before food enters the duodenum or at least should if you have spent an adequate amount of time chewing your food properly. While "wolfing" down your food down may occur from time to time, it's important to remember that we are not wolves thus we need to chew our food well so as not to suffer from indigestion.
The Landscape of the Body
Looking at these photographs was similar to looking at an internal version of the the Grand Canyon I visited a few years ago. It is indeed a complex landscape with it's own version of jagged terrain. The lumen or the intestinal wall is not flat and is made up of
innumerable villi and micro villi. It looks something like peaks and
valleys with a textured surface with microscopic and subscopic
hairs. The food you eat passes along and through all this surface area
of the gasto intestinal tract that is exposed to the outside environment
via the mouth and the skin. It's easy to see why eating adequate
amounts of fiber, fruits and vegetables is so very important as food can
easily get left behind to lodge and rot in any of this expansive surface!
An Ounce of Prevention is Worth a Pound of Cure
This is why the purity, potency, and disintegration of any supplement (or food
item for that matter) is so very important. Kleiner pointed out that
NSF certification, WADA approval and peer reviewed published research
papers within the scientific community are critical tools the consumer
can use to make sure what you are putting in your body is up to elite
athlete standards. It serves as a bar to measure against the run of the
mill products that do not pass muster. It was interesting to note that USANA supplements dissolve in water as opposed to vinegar within 35 minutes. This reflects the reality that the average person's digestive system is so weak in terms of acidic production that it is required that supplements be highly bio available.
So What Does This Have to Healthy With Skin? It's Probiotics
Dr. Kleiner pointed out that we don't want to be absorbing contaminants
but with so many of us living in urban areas what can be done? Probiotics work together with our immune system and probiotic cells are most heavily concentrated in the gut. They provide anti fungal, anti viral and anti bacterial protection, forming a physical barrier to hinder the invasion of yeasts and bacteria. Probiotic cells also share their genes with our digestive tract as they have a symbiotic relationship. Eating probiotic foods such as kimchee, pickled products, whole probiotic yoghurts help keep the healthy bacteria in balance. According to Kleiner, the two strains of cultures found in USANA probiotics have proven to be the most efficacious in study after study. So while it may look impressive to have several cultures in a probiotic, this doesn't mean that they are actually doing you much good. Inuline is important and found in Fibergy plus. Flax seeds are a good source of inuline and she recommends 1 to 2 tablespoons daily.
For Dr. Kleiner using USANA's Probiotic is a "non - negotiable" item for her patients and recommends it be taken every other day. It can be taken in water or in food although the temperature of the food should not be hot to preserve the beneficial properties of the strains. Grueling travel, hotel stays, variances in food quality and water can make a person uncomfortable and not feeling their best while on the road. The probiotics boosts the bodies ability to not only digest but keep a healthy balance of "bad" and "good" probiotics in the GI tract. If a person is experiencing bloating or gas the Digestive Enzyme is recommended. If fiber is an issue the Fibergy Plus is an excellent product because it provides the bulk the body needs in the form of insoluble fiber, and choline, a B vitamin essential as a neuro - transmitter. Every time you move or have a thought, choline or the lack of it, plays a role. Although I am not an egg eater myself, Dr. Kleiner pointed out that the idea that egg yolks contribute to high cholesterol is a fallacy and that as a nation we suffer from a choline deficiency by - 50%. This is an interesting observation given the increased statistics for Alzheimers and the amont of egg yolks dumped down the drain. Soy lecithin is another way to get adequate amounts of choline in the diet to insure that your noggin and motor skills function optimally. Choline also helps move nutrients into the cells and toxins or waste matter out.
MyHealthpak Beauty Edition and Sense Skin Care
In conclusion, Dr. Kleiner recommends Usana's MyHealthpak Beauty Edition and the Sense Skin care line for strong hair, nails, vision and healthy skin. The MyHealthpak Beauty Edition contains;
- Procosa a non- animal based version of chondontrin which is an anti -
inflammatory and important for skin health
- CoQ 100 important for maintaining metabolic function as we age
- Visionex for healthy eyes - the highest concentration of lutein is in the eye Adequate amounts help prevent macular degeneration and
loss of vision
- Proflavanol C 200- A hybrid formula patented by USANA that provides the cells with optimal bioflavanoids and C for the skin which has many demands placed upon it and has a high cell turnover.
- The topical nutrition that Sense skin care provides in the form of DSR
technology, Regenisomes, Proflavanol - T, Proteo - C help repair the skin.
The packaging is designed to not attract bacteria that can turn into
inflammation or acne. Tips: Be sure to eat High Fiber foods daily such as carrots,winter
squash, dates, tomatoes, romaine, Bibb or Boston lettuce, whole grains
and cereals, fresh fruit with skin on it like apples, pears, fruit juices with the pulp, cabbage, yams and sweet potatoes. Feeding your skin with foods rich in anti oxidants such
as almonds, dark chocolate, tomatoes, and rich in omega 3
fatty acids are a must. And don't forget the pickles!
Russ Terry's Live Your Best Life Show features 111 Year Old Author
Bernando LaPallo, the 111 years old author, chef and lecturer on the keys to his longevity, will be live on air talking about his upcoming new book with Blog Talk radio host Russ Terry Monday February 25, 2013. Terry's Live Your Best Life Show airs at 9PM Eastern time and 7PM Mountain time. Bernando will be answering questions during the second half of the show. Dial (818) 572 - 4950 to ask your question.
5 Tips from a 111 Year Old - Russ Terry Webisode
Bernando is quite excited about his latest book venture and eager to bring it to audiences as soon as possible. With the success of his first book Age Less Live More - Living With Health and Vitality to 107 Years and Beyond that covered his life in terms of his upbringing and the great influence his physician father had on him and his top ten foods this book promises to go further into foods themselves. While many food and health trends today in America tend to jump on one band wagon or another quickly eschewing one previously favored "miracle" food only to cast it by the wayside when another one is touted as the "most" or the "best" it's refreshing to hear from the old school with a well rounded view of foods and their role in human health.
"Nothing God makes is bad but you have to know how to use it." Bernando says and we concur.
It's been a busy month in the media for Bernando. If you have not seen it check out this wonderful profile on Bernando from What's Up Usana?
How to Throw a Valentine's Day Party with USANA Foods
The winter doldrums are here so thank goodness Valentine's Day is around
the corner! It's mid winter and we have 6 weeks to go until the Spring Solstice. Here on the East Coast in reality that means we won't see any buds on the trees until April. Temperatures have been in the mid twenties on average with gusting winds making the less winter sports minded more inclined to spend time inside often resulting in feelings of isolation and boredom. And what do we do when we are bored and lonely? We eat. Thank heavens with the foods provided by USANA Health Sciences, we can enjoy eating in the company of others, a sure fire cure for the mid winter blues. Throwing a party and showing guests, friends, family, new prospects or long time customers how to eat better with optimal nutrition is a wonderful way to meet the goals we set for ourselves as business persons while they stick to their weight loss goals for the new year. While lauded as a lover's holiday, I say spread the love around and expand it.This year we have two weekends to celebrate as February 14th falls on a Thursday. On the weekends of Feb 10th and 17th, I will be hosting two parties with half a dozen persons each. I feel good that the mother's with kids attending don't have to worry about the children over dosing on empty sweets too.
My featured guest is Paige Graham maker of Paiges Perfections returning with her limited edition of Love Is in the Air hand poured lead free soy
candles. Her stuff is so so good.
Some friends are bringing red wine and dishes rich in Omega 3
Fatty acids. After all, February is Heart Health month and everything served supports a
healthy heart. Yummy!
Whether your peeps are vegan, vegetarian, chocolate lovers or are trying
to lose weight & keep it off, these are all excellent options that
supply real nutrition. After all, if life isn't fun who cares about being
good? On the Menu
Celiac Safe Gluten Free Chocolate cakeCeliac Safe Gluten free recipes Usana Test Kitchen Believe it or not this dream of a cake uses chick peas as it's base. Chickpeas are very high in protein. It's a flourless cake that incorporates USANA's Fibergy and Whey Nutrimeal. If you don't care to use eggs, feel free to use an egg substitute. For those suffering from gluten intolerance or celiac's disease this will be a welcome treat. Another winner from Diana Yin.
I recently made this cocoa using milk from Ronny Brook Farm that's sold at my local farmers market. Oh my goodness, good is not the word! Delicious, satisfying and best of all no crash and burn high that you get from traditional hot cocoas. Diana Yin was the mastermind behind this one. Drink and rejoice!
Chocolate Raw Mousse from LA Yoga Magazine
Raw Chocolate Mousse!
This recipe by Alicia Ojeda uses avocados, dates and cacao as the base. This recipe is a brilliant combination of *Avocados which are naturally creamy, rich in Omega 3 fatty acids *Raw Cacao a great source of anti oxidants and magnesium and *Dates rich in fiber, a great natural laxative, they provide natural sweetness and nutrients such as potassium, iron. manganese, copper, vitamin A and zea - xanthin that supports eye health. Used since Biblical times to break fasts. Potassium, also found in bananas, is a great way to help control high blood pressure reducing the risk of stroke and heart disease.
Chocolate Covered Strawberries by Paige's Perfections
111 Year Old Bernando LaPallo Joins Usana Health Sciences
Author, lecturer and possibly the healthiest living centenarian on the planet, Bernando LaPallo, is now the oldest living member of Usana Health Sciences, the nutritional manufacturing company founded in 1992 by Dr. Myron Wentz. Bernando's website for his product offerings is scheduled to launch Tuesday, February 5, 2013 and will be posted to his official facebook fan page and be linked to his official website Age Less Live More StoreUSANA manufactures a personal skin and body care line that uses pure botanicals, antioxidant complexes and marine enzymes using a patented self preserving technology that has revolutionized the skin care industry by removing the need for harsh chemical preservatives. The line is free of parabens (petroleum) and pthaltes (plastics) that Bernando feels is detrimental to the human organism. Bernando is happy to introduce this complete skin and body care line suitable for the entire family that provides topical nutrition to the skin. The skin is the first to bare the brunt of contact with the elements and the last to receive nutrients from the body. Green tea, Proflavanol - T, Proteo - C are some of the featured ingredients and complexes that help slow down the visible signs of aging.
"This is nutrition for the skin at a cellular with nothing harsh to dry it out.
The skin is the largest organ in the body and it's important to keep it healthy and soft. If you use it on a regular base maybe your skin will be as soft as mine."
The Sense skin care line is manufactured according to Good Manufacturing Practices.
Bernando is working on his second book which is scheduled to be released the Summer of 2013 just before his 112th birthday. Stay tuned!
One of the things that I learned at my latest job stint at LittleTown gastro pub is that New York State produces a lot of beer. A Lot Of It. So much beer in fact that 18 to 22 on tap nightly is average at Littletown with 100 more in bottles. They include everything from Fruit Ales to Ciders, Ports, Stouts, IPA's, Lagers. When I started working there as a hostess I had NO idea where Newburgh was let alone that they had a brewery. While Brooklyn Lager and Six Point even I knew about, other one's like McKenzies (which makes an excellent Apple Pie ale), Kelso,Three Philosophers, Bronx Pale Ale (!), Mothers Milk , I had never heard of before.
Calling Week! Call Governor Cuomo & Tell him you want your Beer forever
Hops, wheat and our precious clean New York State water is what goes
into this and it employs a lot of people. It seems to me that even more
than a coffee economy New York is a beer economy! And wine - let's not
forget about wine. We have a lot of vineyards on Long Island and the
Great Lakes region. And Jesus turned water into wine. Let's keep our water clean and pristine and keep drinking beer. Hey Governor Cuomo want some peanuts with that beer?
Check this out Chefs for Marcellus TWITTER https://twitter.com/chefs4marcellus
97 Listed Breweries Get Your Beer Map Here! http://thinknydrinkny.com/NYSBA_Brochure_INSIDE.pdf
++ Please follow them and tell any freaked farmers, brewers, vintners, beer drinkers you know that they are not alone and that farming and making stuff the old fashioned way is still HUGE in New York State. Thanks for calling.
The Business of the 21st Century is Network Marketing
The traditional Prussian system created by the banks to create income for the average person means
trading your hours for dollars. Let's establish right now that the most important asset you have is your time. The catch is whether you make $12, $50, $125, or minimum
wage you will never make more than the hours you work following this Prussian system. If you
happen to be working 40 to 50 hours per week, that translates into about
2500 hours per year or 100, 000 hours during a 40 year span. After 40 years in the workforce retirement is expected. Here's hoping that in spite of inflation, heavy taxes, monthly bills and a social security system that is intact you have enough to retire on comfortably to enjoy your golden years barring any unforseen illness. In the days of company stability you could count on a healthy retirement package. For many that seems like a fairytale of a time long ago and faraway. In today's world more and more
people are participating in what is called 'network marketing" or "direct sales" looking to generate another stream of income because you can leverage your time by working smart and not hard. In a world of downsizing, cut backs, outsourcing, inflated insurance plans, and skyrocketing health care costs, doing business from your home base makes sense. The majority of those people are women. 82% in fact of network marketers are women. The advantages are
1. Minimizing taxes
2. Getting paid more than once for your efforts (creating residual income)
3. Maintaining your health
4. Flexible hours
5. Being your own boss
6. Working with people you like
7. Pursuing your dreams and vision of life
8. Getting paid weekly
I want to address prejudices and fears that many women still hold concerning network marketing by empowering you with a reality check and parties. Parties?
Word of Mouth is still the most powerful tool
Celebrating Life Generating Revenue
Cold calls and hustling come to mind when one thinks of going into business.Who wants to wear out your shoe leather walking around town looking for prospects? Women are naturally good at network marketing because it's something we
already do. Having fun while improving lives including
your own is what is dear to our hearts. Women love to talk and share information with other women and we are good at it! Throwing a get together around around well being makes an otherwise uncomfortable situation into a party! Skin care, aging gracefully, a healthy home, the health of our children and managing weight are perennial favorites. Turn your business into a party and talk turkey as we get down to business together sharing a vetted product that we need on a monthly basis. And that ladies is how you build a down line and solid customer base that allows you to pay for your life in a sustainable way while paying it forward. The possibilities on how to do this are only limited by your imagination.
Be in the Tree Pick the Fruits - One is a Lonely Number
If you are thinking that sounds overwhelming, you can still benefit
without doing any of the above simply by enrolling as an associate with a sponsor and staying commissionable by purchasing products from your own business center that you would buy elsewhere. This way you build your income. The products you consume are the rent you pay.This is called redirectional spending. When you go to the store you're money is not working for you. Why? It is being externalized. Buying from yourself and getting a commission on it makes much more dollars and sense. Let me explain Usana's binary compensation plan this way; It's like a tree. A tree absorbs nutrients through the roots that travel upwards to the uppermost branches. Every part of the tree from the roots to the top receives nourishment. So instead of being "one the lonely number" join an organizational way of doing business where everyone reaps the benefits with a much smaller effort multiplying the results exponentially. By being in a the "tree" of Usana's compensation plan you receive checks. Wasn't that easy?
What a binary compensation plan looks like
Banking CD's Retirement - Will You Have Enough Money and Health to Enjoy It?
Let's look at the trad ways we've looked to to shore up wealth. Let's say you have $50,000 of disposable income to sock away in a CD with an annual interest rate of 2.5% Your annual yield will be $1250.00 That is less than what the average person pays for their rent in New York City in a month. What you want to do is grow your assets with teamwork and hit a higher goal and keep growing. For example, $2000.00 a month would be more like it. $2000.00 is the equivalent of $1.2 million dollars growing at at 2% interest rate. A Diamond Director in USANA Health Sciences can make $34,280.00 per month based on the cumulative sales volume generated by a team working together consistently towards the goals using the business tools like Life Time Matching Bonus Program, Retail Sales and other incentives. Switching to a cooperative business model is smart.
Ekayani is a Builder & Platinum PaceSetter with Usana Health Sciences
That concludes my installment of Women Building Wealth Through Network Marketing & Usana. Please leave your comments and questions below. I'll do my best to answer them. - Ekayani
