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   lisadeb1989
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   This really worked for me especially the lower cholesterol and joint pain
   Here is a brief description of the MonaVie 19 ingredients
   MonaVie Ingredient #1 Acai Berry
   A very powerful fruit and the crown jewel in the Mona Vie formula, acai berry can be found only high atop towering palm trees in the lush Amazon Rain Forest of South America. A recent study held at Gainesville Florida proved that Acai kills 86 percent of leukemia cells in a lab test. Mona Vie is a potent new juice blend of 19 fruits with its main ingredient the Acai berry. Mona Vie comes in 2 different formulations — Original containing the 19 fruits with the Acai berry, and Mona Vie Active which adds Celadrin and Glucosamine to help promote flexibility and joint health.
   MonaVie Ingredient #2 Acerola Cherries
   Almost nothing else in nature produces vitamin C like the “cherries” of the acerola! It has been used for such varied uses as an astringent for healing wounds and tissue, reducing inflammation, reducing a fever, and as both a diuretic and renal stimulant. The acerola cherry is known for helping diabetes, rheumatism, and heart disease.
   MonaVie Ingredient #3 Apricots
   This is one of the worlds most amazing fruit. Apricots are known to build strong teeth, fight bacteria and infections, repair damaged tissues, build strong young looking teeth, and improves vision. Apricots provide a rich assortment of antioxidants and are abundant with soluble fiber, beta-carotene, magnesium, iron, phosphorous, potassium and Vitamin C. They also include a natural salicylate - the major ingredient in aspirin. Other useful effects of apricots are stabilizing blood pressure and preventing strokes.
   MonaVie Ingredient #4 Aronia (black chokeberry)
   This fruit is originated from the Yucatan. Aronia juice contains very high levels of anthocyanins and flavonoids-five to ten times higher than cranberry juice. Its beneficial nutrients such as antioxidants, polyphenols, minerals and vitamins are believed to include compounds that specifically important for a healthy immune system. Aronia also contains important trace minerals, and it has been used as an anti-diabetic food.
   MonaVie Ingredient #5 Banana
   Bananas are a great source of potassium, & tons of natural minerals. They are also known to reduce your appetite.
   MonaVie Ingredient #6 Bilberries
   The Bilberry is a close relative of the blueberry and is noted for strengthening of the capillaries of the eye. Bilberry is already widely noted for slowing of age-related macular degeneration, night blindness, diabetes-related eye disorders and helps with cataracts Bilberries can also help prevent a wide variety of bodily problems including bruising, fatigue, coughing, diabetes, diarrhea, gout, glaucoma, rheumatoid arthritis, ulcers, hemorrhoids, and amenorrhea (absence of menstruation).
   MonaVie Ingredient #7 Camu Camu or Rumberry
   The Camu Camu berry is the planet’s richest source of natural Vitamin C. Its content has been measured as 30-60 times higher than an equal amount of citrus fruit. The Camu Camu berry is legendary for its powers to strengthen the immune system and repair connective tissue. Camu Camu is great for treatment of the common cold and generally supporting the immune and nervous systems. It is also an excellent agent for detoxification, especially for liver detox. The respiratory system, including the lungs, sinuses, and nasal passages all benefit from this natural fruit, as does the heart and all of the circulatory system.
   MonaVie Ingredient #8 Cranberries
   Cranberries are rich in many phytonutrients and proanthocyanidins (PAC’s) - found to prevent the adhesion of certain bacteria associated with urinary tract infections to the urinary tract wall. These antiadhesion properties are also thought to inhibit the bacteria associated with gum disease and stomach ulcers. In addition, cranberries can serve as a powerful antibiotic, fighting both E. Coli and H. Pylori. This fruit also reduces gum disease and stomach ulcers occuring especially in dental health.
   MonaVie Ingredient #9 Kiwi Fruit
   Kiwi fruit contains ample amounts of phytonutrients, vitamin E, vitamin A, vitamin C, trace minerals and dietary fiber. This fruit helps build your immune system up and assist in respiration problems such as breathing and colds. Kiwi is also known for protecting DNA against free radicals and cleansing the colon from toxins.
   MonaVie Ingredient #10 Lychee Fruit
   The lychee is native to low elevations in Southern China. Cultivation spread over the years through neighboring areas of southeastern Asia and reach the United States in the late 1800″s. Lychee fruit helps prevent blood clots, severe cell damage, reduces strokes, cuts heart attack patients into 50% lower chance. At 72mg of vitamin C per 100 grams of flesh, lychees are a very good source for this essential vitamin, as well as potassium and other nutrients.
   MonaVie Ingredient #11 Nashi Pear
   This fruit is from Korea and some small parts of Japan. This was at one time known as the Korean fruit & Japanese fruit of miracles. This fruit is used to cleanse your oral & nasal cavities from existing bacterias and other types of mucous membranes.Once reserved as a food to be served only to the wealthy and to Chinese nobles, Nashi pears have been grown, cultivated and eaten for centuries. Nashi pears are a great source of dietary fiber, and they’re also very high in potassium and other essential minerals. They contain nearly 10% of the USRDA for Vitamin C, and a high concentration of folates, which make up the Vitamin B complex group. These vitamins are essential for metabolic activity and red blood cell production.
   MonaVie Ingredient #12 Passion Fruit
   Passion fruit can be found in Brazil, and some of south Florida. Passion fruit contains high levels of Vitamin A & Vitamin C which is also a great source of Potassium. This fruit is known to relax the body and mind from stress. Helps with sleep during the night and also contains natural iron. This fruit is an excellent source for dietary fibers. The only fruit that allows you to wake up feeling fully rested. Passion fruit is also rich in vitamins and mineral including: calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, sodium and B Vitamins. The legend of passion fruit dates back to Biblical time, and its modern day uses include: promoting sleep, calming anxiety and addressing hyperactivity in children.
   MonaVie Ingredient #13 Pear
   Pears are great for your body they contain high natural vitamins such as potassium and riboflavin. Pears are great for your skin, and have great fiber content. Potassium is used to keep your good cells alive in your body so you won’t get sick as much. Potassium used in a diet also increases nerve activity, muscle growth, helps with muscle contractions, maintaining body fluid & electrolytes. Pears provide antioxidant protection and ensure cardiovascular health by lowering cholesterol, regulating blood sugar levels, increasing capillary strength and stabilizing metabolism. Pears also protect vision and fight against macular degeneration as well as support nerve transmission, aid tissue repair, and promote bowel regularity.
   MonaVie Ingredient #14 Blueberries
   Blueberries are an antioxidant powerhouse. They contain large amounts of health-promoting phytochemicals such as anthocyanins and phenolics, currently being studied for their antioxidant benefits. Besides antioxidants, blueberries contain condensed tannins, and they offer a great lineup of nutrients like potassium and iron, as well as being an excellent source of Vitamin C.
   MonaVie Ingredient #15 Pomegranate
   Studies show that pomegranate juice is one of nature’s most powerful antioxidants, containing more polyphenol antioxidant than any other drink. Pomegranate juice contains more antioxidants than even red wine, green tea, blueberry juice, cranberry juice or orange juice. It has been shown to be highly effective in clearing plaque from inner arterial walls. MonaVie contains pomegranate juice because of its ability to help bodily function and to prevent disease and viruses from interrupting normal body operation. Pomegranate is also helpful in maintaining healthy cholesterol levels, regulating blood pressure, preventing heart attacks and strokes, as well as preventing cancers, diabetes, and intestinal problems.
   MonaVie Ingredient #16 Prunes
   Prunes are dried plums, rich in minerals and phenols, plus they have an extremely high ORAC value. The drying process actually increases antioxidant powers by more than six times! USDA researchers believe that people of all ages can prevent and treat diseases of aging by simply adding prunes to their diets. Prunes contain 15% Vitamin A, 10% dietary fibers, 10% potassium, 10% copper, and only 6% calories. Prunes are able to boost bone density, cleanse the bowels, and prevent against cardiovascular disease. Prunes are also known or their abilities to cleanse the liver, prevent against both Alzheimer’s and memory loss, and fight off infections in the body. There is also evidence that prunes may be responsible for reducing cholesterol in humans and also for reducing the risk of developing an estrogen-dependent cancer.
   MonaVie Ingredient #17-18 Grapes - Purple / White
   Grapes are another source of antioxidants and are also effective at fighting off bacterial and viral infections, and reducing inflammations. Grapes is also known to improve cardiovascular health by aiding in the improvement of arterial flexibility. The purple grape naturally helps with concentration, brain functions, hyper tension, arteries, hypertension usually occurs from high blood pressure.
   MonaVie Ingredient #19 Wolfberry
   For thousands of years in China, the Wolfberry has been known as “the herb of longevity.” It provides a powerful combination of antioxidants and polysaccharides, shown to enhance the activity of the immune system. Wolfberry also provides eighteen amino acids and twenty-one trace minerals. Wolfberries aid the removal of headaches, as well as the regulation and lowering of high blood pressure. The wolfberries found within MonaVie drinks also help battle chronic fatigue, arthritis, and insomnia.
   Health & Harmony,
   Lisa>>> lisadeb1989@gmail.com
   http://www.mymonavie.com/ldevito/science_monavie.asp

   June 26th, 2008 at 5:09 pm
   
   
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   Cardiovascular Health
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   Great information.Very informative article.Thanks.!One of the ways that walking can help you lose weight is that your metabolism stays high for up to 2 to 3 hours after your workout.

   July 2nd, 2008 at 6:17 am
   
   
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   lisadeb1989
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   The Magical Acai For Weight Loss

   One of the benefits that Acai Berries offer is that of weight loss. In United States, Acai Berries have created a separate space for themselves. They have become one of the much preferred items for breakfast, lunch and even dinner, in comparison to other fruits. Some people over their blogs have discussed in great detail about the Acai fruit and weight loss.

   Without cutting on the food intake and by just consuming the Acai Berry Fruit or Acai Berry Powder with the milk, they have seen a reduction in the weight. The main reason behind it could be that one doesn’t feel hungry again and again after having the fruit. That’s not all, some have even witnessed that their craving for greasy and junk food has decreased.

   Some have even suggested unlike dieting, where you cut down on fruit in take Acai Berries consumption is a healthy way. During the rigorous exercises or by following unhealthy practices of diet, we tend to lose the vitamins and minerals necessary for our body. Hence, one witnesses nutrition and weight loss that is bad for health, body and mind. Acai berries are a healthy way for losing weight and keeping it in check. They contain the necessary nutrients that keep you healthy. For undernourished people they can act as a booster and add vitamins required by their body. May be they can be helpful in gaining weight.

   When one thinks of weight loss the first thing that crops our mind is ‘Oh god! No more tasty food’ or ‘The party months are just around and I won’t be able to have the necessary food.’ Okay guys… the times have changed and this is yet another thing that attracts people to consume Acai Berry. When you have Acai Berries, you can gorge on just about anything, without having to worry about putting on extra calories. The chocolates, burgers, smoothies, ice cream, and other mouth watering goodies. They can freely eat anything at leisure.

   Sometimes, you would have seen your friends, doing rigorous exercises. You would be afraid to see the way they are working out, literally slogging. If you ask them why are they straining themselves, the only thing they would say is ‘I am unable to fit into my clothes,’ or may be they will say ‘Can’t you see I have put on a lot of weight, I need to reduce it’. The list goes on!

   But now all they need to do is read up on Acai Berries and include them in their daily diet. When you have an Acai berry, you can say goodbye to fat for good! Even for a complete diet, whether you are into a weight loss program or not, you too can have a bowl, without any fear. Even doctors recommend it now and it’s good for obese children as well. For more information about Acai Berry and Weight loss or on Acai Health Benefits, visit Acai Roots.

   more:http://www.mymonavie.com/ldevito/science_monavie.asp see my story terrific bloodwork results!

   July 4th, 2008 at 9:45 am
   
   
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   lisadeb1989
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   I love walking! Especially now with more energy. I hold up better on these warmer days out and about. My doctor says any movement is good movement.

   anyone know anything about the WII system? As an adult i keep hearing about fitness programs (updated exercise videos?) How wonderful to PLAY
   TENNIS again! I would really love that. Don’t know much about WII.anyone?

   lisadeb1989@gmail.com

   July 8th, 2008 at 12:59 pm