WHAT IS HERBALIFE? Herbalife is a scientifically formulated, herbal-based, calorie-reduced nutrition program. It is centered around our unique high-energy, protein-rich, nutritional "shake" or meal replacement drink, Formula #1, to which has been added food supplements containing important vitamins, minerals, essential fatty acids and nutritional herbs. The Herbalife program has been used for weight control and health enhancement since 1980, literally by millions of people. HERBALIFE IS ALL NATURAL The Herbalife program is based entirely on nutrition and herbs. The program does not use drugs, medications, hormones or other synthetic agents to promote weight loss. All ingredients in the Herbalife program must fulfill three important conditions: purity, potency and stability. This is how we maintain the high level of quality associated with the Herbalife name. CELLULAR NUTRITION An important part of the Cellular Nutrition program is a group of micronutrients and herbs, which help energize the body's cells so they can function more efficiently and use the nutrition to further improve health and vitality. The process of "Cell Activation" is the result of the exclusive and balanced micro- nutrient formula contained in our Cellular Nutrition program. The end result is - "we feel the difference!" For most of us who have been eating the average Canadian/American diet, the results are quite dramatic when we begin Cellular Nutrition. We can actually feel and see the difference. These results make us more highly motivated and it becomes easier to stick with a calorie reduced program to help control our weight. WHAT DOES CELLULAR NUTRITION MEAN? Cellular Nutrition simply means a nutrition program that has been designed so that the cells of the body - the tiniest living units - are as fully nourished as possible. This allows the cells to grow and repair, and to perform their functions with the maximum efficiency possible. The results are that we feel and look better. We are better able to prevent and fight diseases and to control our weight when necessary. WHAT MAKES CELLULAR NUTRITION PLAN DIFFERENT FROM OTHER PLANS? One of the major differences about Cellular Nutrition is that it is an excellent nutritional program, but that is only the beginning. Simply consuming good nutrition will not really make a difference if the body is not able to fully digest and, more importantly, "absorb" all the nutrition that is consumed. Most of the nutrients that we consume are absorbed into our body through the villi of the small intestine. These are small, finger-like projections which specialize in the absorption of nutrients. Most of us take it for granted that our bodies absorb all the nutrition from our diets efficiently and completely. For all too many of us, unfortunately, nutrient absorption may be diminished or impaired a result of severely compromised eating habits, persistent dieting and other factors which may be due to severe stress that often accompanies modern life. This means that many of us are eating well but not getting the full nutritional benefit. One "very important" aspect of the cellular nutrition program is to assure that our bodies absorb, to the fullest extent possible, the nutrients that we do consume. In this way, we can counteract some of the demanding effects of poor eating habits, a stressful lifestyle, or even minor illnesses, and begin a process of regenerating and revitalizing our cells with good nutrition. EVERYONE CAN USE HERBALIFE Since Herbalife products are 100% nutritional food supplements, they are safe for everyone. Certain individuals including children, pregnant or lactating women, insulin dependent diabetics and those with compromised kidney function are advised to consult with their physician before beginning this or any weight loss program. The Herbalife Program is Recommended By Doctors? Herbalife has a Medical and Scientific Advisory Board that tests and researches Herbalife products and continually monitors reports of results sent by customers and distributors. In addition, many physicians and other professionals in all parts of the world use Herbalife both in their personal lives and in their practices. ARE THE HERBS SAFE? Herbs are nature's bounty. They are rich sources of vitamins, minerals, fiber and related nutrients essential for good health. The herbal mixtures used in Herbalife products have been created by experts to maximize nutritional potency. The herbs are the highest quality available anywhere in the world and are free of pesticide residues and other possible contaminants. Tableting of the mixtures occurs under strict quality control to assure both purity and safety. The weight loss and energy-enhancing effects of Herbalife are the result of its scientifically balanced nutritional formula. They are not due to caffeine or any natural or synthetic stimulant. Herbalife's 100% herbal Guarana product contains pure Guarana which has a naturally occurring caffeine content of about 30 mg. per tablet (the same amount of caffeine as a small cola drink). No chemical caffeine is added to our Guarana product, and there is absolutely no caffeine in any other Herbalife product. The ShapeWorks Program is an exciting new way to lose weight and feel great. Based on cutting-edge weight-loss science, the ShapeWorks™ Program can help you get the results you want. For those with a goal of more than 40 lbs -- add 2 Tablespoons to each shake and for those with a weight goal of less than 40 lbs --add 1 tablespoon Losing weight is easy with 3-2-1! 3 Times a Day Take your supplements three times daily to enhance your health and give your body the benefits of Cellular Nutrition. 2 Shakes - Personalized Enjoy two meal replacement shakes, personalized to the protein needs of your body, plus protein snacks to keep metabolism up and hunger at bay. 1 Colorful Meal Eat a healthy meal including plenty of colorful fruits and vegetables. ADD 1-2 Tablespoons Personalized Protein Powder for additonal protein for those not getting enough in their daily intake. Women should have a minimum of 100 Grams and men should have a minimum of 150 Grams per day pi PGI PROGRAM INFORMATION and Video information