Relìv Says "You are What You Eat"

Relìv Says "You are What You Eat" 

CHESTERFIELD, Mo, Feb. 16, 2010 -- When it comes to revamping our diets, our tendency is to view food solely as it affects weight. But in honor of National Nutrition Month this March, Relìv wants to remind you that food is much more than that – it's nourishment for our bodies and brains.

"Everything we put into our bodies literally affects the way we look, act and feel," said Dr. Carl Hastings, chief scientific officer of Relìv International, a nutrition and direct selling company. "It's so easy to get caught up in counting calories and carbs, but the real emphasis should be on the nutritional components of the food."

As Hastings explains, many of the physical maladies people may face on a daily basis, such as headaches, fatigue and body aches, may actually be caused by nutrient deficiencies. He suggests the following tips to ensure that you're reaching your daily nutritional needs:

• Eat a plant-based diet: There's no better way to get a variety of nutrients than by eating enough fruits and vegetables throughout the day, so be sure to include them in every meal and snack. Also, whole grains, such as brown rice, barley and quinoa, deliver the B vitamins that can give you the energy you need.
   
• Drink green tea: You've likely heard the buzz about green tea and it's true – it really is a "superfood" that delivers a healthy dose of antioxidants, which can help your body defend itself against disease. And, with much less caffeine than a cup of coffee, it's an overall healthier choice. Aim to drink three cups a day.
   
• Take a multivitamin: Even when we have the best intentions, it is easy to skip a meal or opt for less-than-nutritious fast food. So incorporate a nutritional safety net by taking a good quality multivitamin. One factor in quality is the ease in which your vitamin or nutritional supplement is absorbed by your body. Supplements, including multivitamins/multi-minerals, that are most easily absorbed are those consumed as liquids, such as Relìv Now and Relìv Classic, which provide the essential nutrition your body needs every day.
   
• Read nutrition labels: If you choose packaged foods, be sure to take advantage of reading the nutrition facts on the label. The healthiest foods have short ingredient lists.

"It doesn't take long to see the benefits of eating a nutritious, well-rounded diet," added Hastings. "I challenge people to be more conscious of their food choices starting at their next meal. Start cooking. Enjoy your food and the nourishment it delivers."

Through distributors, Relìv International offers essential daily nutrition and weight-loss products, along with items focused on heart health, joint health, digestive health and blood-sugar management. Relìv provides its independent distributors with the tools and incentives needed to build a lucrative career.