Reliv Real Stories

I am about ready to start a new canister for my seven year-old son in the vanilla flavor of Reliv Now for Kids! nutritional supplement. Just one month ago I took the plunge and purchased a container from a seller on ebay for $12.00. My son only drinks soymilk in either regular or vanilla, so I have been adding a few spoonfuls to the refrigerated soymilk container each morning.

Reliv Now for Kids! is to be served with either milk or water. The canister comes with a scoop, but that does not fit into the soymilk opening so I have been utilizing plastic spoons with the equivalent close to a scoop measurement. “ Ideal for consumption at the start of the day.” Not a meal replacement.

I first heard of Reliv Now for Kids! through an autism listserve where a parent was giving feedback that their child had been vocalizing more since starting this supplement. Since my son is non-verbal that was the boost I needed to give this a try, which led me to my initial purchase. Reliv products are available through distributors with details at the website. Since I buy and sell on ebay I decided to try that resource and succeeded with great results thus far. The expiration date is stamped at the bottom of the container, September of 2005.

There is no can opener needed to get the container open. The clear plastic lid conceals the tin foiled cover that has a pull tab to remove with ease. The net weight for the canister is 13.3 ounces. The Reliv Now for Kids! is available in chocolate or vanilla flavor. The servings per container come to fourteen if you follow with one scoop per serving. There are 100 calories, 20 from fat, 11 grams of sugar, 0 cholesterol, 3 grams of protein, 17 grams total carbs, 90 mg of sodium and potassium. I checked online and this is the same for Chocolate as well as the Vanilla I have purchased.

The ingredients include Omega 3 fatty acids, grape seed extract, non dairy creamer, hydronated canola oil, natural and artificial flavors, ascorbic acid, fructose, potassium caseinate, sodium chloride, PABA, FOS, soy extract, Xanthan gum, Guar gum, copper gluconate and folic acid. Reliv Now for kids! has 200% of Vitamins C and E. Vitamins A, D and F are 50% along with Calcium, folic acid, Vitamins B-1, B-6 and B-12.

The smell is very pleasing with the shade of the powder an off-white/cream colored. This is similar to what cake mixes look like and tastes just as good! This blends nicely with the soymilk and I may try this with my almost nine-year old and water or skim milk. Reliv Now for Kids! is “fortified with cell-protecting antioxidants and soy protein to provide sustained energy and help build healthy bodies”.

Initially I was under the impression that Reliv Now for Kids! was a gluten casein free item that would be suitable for children on a gfcf diet. It was not until my son had consumed most of the first container that I realized the potassium caseinate was listed as an ingredient. For those that may not know, potassium caseinate is “ spray dried low flavor milk protein manufactured from fresh skim milk and can be used in a variety of food and pharmaceutical products, especially where low sodium levels are required.”

My son is not on the diet since he does consume milk products like pudding and cheese related snacks, so this was not a reason to cease using Reliv Now for Kids! I have noticed over the past month more vocalization from my son. During his feeding therapy he clearly said NO several times when prompted to consume more of a product. His performance level at school has increased as well as his enthusiasm for getting to school each morning. This can be contributed to the boost of energy from drinking his soymilk with Reliv Now for Kids!

There is a product guarantee of thirty-days for a full refund through the distributor Reliv Now for Kids! was purchased from. This is made in the U.S.A. and stored in a dry cool place with scoop inside for continued daily use. “ Super- powered nutrition for super-powered kids.” When you purchase through a distributor the price is $23.00. The website has information pertaining to becoming a distributor and getting 20% of your orders. I have had good service through two sellers on ebay for half the price.

Proper Nutrition Can Help Ease Stress

CHESTERFIELD, Mo., March 18, 2010 – Turning to comfort foods to relieve stress could ultimately lead to poor health, says Reliv International. Instead, the company is focusing on helping residents make healthy decisions when encountering stress in their lives.

The Health Resource Network has designated April as Stress Awareness Month. In recognition of the campaign, Reliv is providing the following tips:

• DON'T fill up on caffeine: When having a bad day at work or dealing with any stressful situation, some people tend to drink more coffee than they usually would in order to stay alert. Not only can this make you jittery, coffee is a diuretic and can dehydrate you.

o DO drink lots of water to stay hydrated and eat fruits such as watermelon and grapes, which hold a lot of water.

• DON’T think fast food is the answer: Although you think a burger at your favorite fast food restaurant may relieve stress and make everything OK, the relief it brings is only temporary. Don't make impulse decisions on high-calorie foods when you face stressful situations.

o DO eat healthy: Fill up with good sources of protein and nutrients such as lean meats, vegetables and fruits. Also, consider taking nutritional supplements.

• DON'T skip out on your meals: Many people lose their appetite or forget to eat when they are dealing with a challenging situation. That can leave their bodies starving for nutrients needed for energy.

o DO concentrate on portion control: Eat three portion-sized meals throughout the day and snack on things like whole-grain crackers, low-fat cheese and yogurt.

According to MealsMatter.org, when people feel threatened or under attack, brain chemicals and adrenal hormones – which enable us to think quickly or to run away from a threat – are released into the bloodstream. This is our primitive fight or flight response. Poor eating habits brought on by the "flight" of stress could lead to unwanted weight gain and poor health in the long term.

"Everyone reacts to stress differently. But it's important to react in a healthy manner," said Dr. Carl Hastings, chief scientific officer of Reliv International, a nutrition and direct selling company. "Making smarter eating decisions may help you deal with situations when you may feel you have lost control."

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