So what makes CellSentials different to other daily multi’s on the market? They include the InCelligence Complex, a unique blend of ingredients that can broadly support the network of cellular communication pathways to support optimal cellular resilience and longevity, and your body’s ability to meet your individual health needs.

The Eight InCelligence Ingredients in the CellSentials

Reservatrol

Reservatrol is a polyphenolic compound that is found in the skin of red grapes, red wine, peanuts, cocoa and some berries.  It is a powerful antioxidant that has been considered the modern-day fountain of youth. It protects cells from free radical damage, improves heart health and elasticity in blood vessels.

Quercetin

Quercetin is a part of a group of plant pigments call flavonoids, which are responsible for giving many fruits, vegetables and flowers their colour. This potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory flavonoid is commonly found in plants and foods, such as citrus fruits, apples, berries, Gingko biloba, green tea and St John’s wort to name a few. It has been known to benefit heart health.

 Hesperidin

Hesperidin is a naturally occurring bioflavonoid that is typically found in the peel and membrane of citrus fruits, especially oranges and lemons. It assists in the formation of the vitamin C complex which helps to support a healthy immune system and also supports the circulatory system and the heart

Rutin

Rutin is another bioflavonoid that is commonly found in black tea, buckwheat bran, citrus fruits and apple skins. Rutin works synergistically with vitamin C to maximize benefits. Vitamin C is essential for the production of collagen in the body. Collagen gives the skin its strength and structure and the production of this naturally declines with age.

Alpha-Lipoic Acid

Alpha-Lipoic Acid is an antioxidant that is naturally produced by the body and is both water and fat soluble, therefore provides protection in a wide range of physiological conditions. It may protect the skin against aging.

Sources of alpha-lipoic acid can also be found in red meat, organ meats (such as liver) and yeast.

Green tea extract

Green tea extracts have been used in Chinese medicine for over 5000 years and their antioxidant properties are proven beneficial with modern science. Green tea originates from the Camellia sinensis plant, where the freshly picked leaves are heated and dried. Green tea is loaded with polyphenols, flavonoids and catechins – strong antioxidants that reduce oxidative stress, can assist with heart health and brain function.

Meriva® bioavailable curcumin

Curcuminoids in turmeric (the bright yellow spice that gives a golden glow to Indian curries and curry powder) contains potent anti-inflammatory antioxidants. Traditional curcumin from turmeric isn’t absorbed well (isn’t able to enter cells easily). USANA’s CellSentials® contains patented Meriva® Curcumin to enhance curcumin’s health benefits. The Meriva Curcumin complex allows for 29-times better absorption than standard forms of curcumin. Meriva is an important ingredient that can improve joint comfort and function and support a normal, healthy inflammatory response.

USANA’s patented Olivol® olive-fruit extract

Olivol® contains polyphenols derived from olives. The polyphenolic antioxidants found in olives are not present in other common dietary sources. They are structurally distinct from carotenoids, bioflavonoids, proanthocyanidins, and other antioxidants found in fruits and vegetables. These antioxidants may be one of the components of the Mediterranean diet associated with health and longevity. USANA has patented a process to recover olive phenols from the by-products of olive oil production. The result is a unique compound with potent antioxidant property.

Vitamin supplements should not replace a balanced diet. Use only as directed. Always read the label.

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Nourish, Protect, Renew

This superior triple-action system will nourish, protect and renew cells for optimal healthy cellular function. Let’s face it — everyone at some stage has been guilty of neglecting their health and succumbing to the time pressures of everyday life. It is safe to say that many people don’t get enough essential nutrition in their day-to-day diet, but USANA’s InCelligence provides potent amounts of micronutrients to nourish your cells and help keep them healthy. InCelligence also acts to renew your cells by supporting your cells’ natural clean-up process, called mitophagy, to remove and recycle the damaged mitochondria. This allows your cells to function more smoothly and easily to support efficient energy production.

InCelligence Complex

The InCelligence Complex is a ground-breaking combination of powerful nutrients that promotes the cell’s ability to produce its own antioxidants and supports the body’s natural cellular process. Any antioxidants we get from food or supplements are called exogenous antioxidants. The addition of InCelligence takes this much further. The InCelligence Complex enhances the protection of your cells by supporting their own antioxidants produced within the cells called endogenous antioxidants, which are potentially hundreds of times more powerful for quenching free radicals than exogenous antioxidants – meaning your cells are better able to protect themselves. (Think of it as teaching a man to fish, rather than just giving him a fish.)

Our Vision has not Changed

USANA’s founder Dr. Myron Wentz has always envisioned a world free from pain and suffering. InCelligence is an extension of this quest for optimal health and wellbeing. InCelligence is the next chapter of a very encapsulating story (pun intended) and is the foundation for the next decade of scientific innovation and research.

“Our scientific team has been studying the effects of the CellSentials and the results are impressive. We have found that the new CellSentials formula can deliver important health benefits in a relatively short amount of time. I’m excited for the entire USANA family to experience these health results for themselves” – Dr. Mark Levy, Senior Scientist at USANA

Health Begins on a Cellular Level

Most of the cells in your body have mitochondria – the powerhouses of your cells where ATP (cellular energy) is made. The process of making cellular energy creates a lot of free radicals, which, over time, will damage some of your mitochondria. The InCelligence Complex supports mitophagy, to remove and recycle the damaged mitochondria. (Think of it as cleaning all of the garbage out of your office so you can do your work without distraction.) As we know, our bodies are made up of millions of cells so it is important that we are healthy on a microscopic scale in order for our whole body to reap the benefits.

Knowledge is Power — Share like a Pro!

As with most things in life, the more knowledge you have, the more predisposed you are to making the right choices. When it comes to potentially the most important aspect of your life, health, knowledge can mean the difference between living a long fulfilling life and a life plagued by degenerative disease. It is important to understand that USANA’s new scientific breakthrough means that our InCelligence products are the next frontier of nutritional science.

Now you understand a bit more about our CellSentials, you can even help others to grow their understanding about supplements and health in general!

Vitamin supplements should not replace a balanced diet. Use only as directed. Always read the label.

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Consuming a proper balance of macronutrients— protein, fats, and carbohydrates—is crucial to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. With that in mind USANA has created a new range of MySmartBars, and with each bar we’re delivering highquality, complete proteins and beneficial fat from coconut oil.

By combining our new snack range with our core products the USANA Essentials or USANA HealthPak you can balance both your macro and micronutrients for optimal nutrition.

At USANA, optimal levels are the only acceptable levels, and optimal levels come from the USANA Essentials and HealthPak. These foundational products provide the right levels of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants to support your overall health. Of course you can personalise your micronutrients even further by adding additional USANA supplements and optimisers to suit your needs such as our BiOmega and Proflavanol®C100 for heart health, HepaPlus for digestive health, Proglucamune for everyday immune support or Visionex for healthy eyes. No matter what your nutritional needs are USANA has a combination which will work for you!

So what makes the MySmartBars so smart? Each bar is made with simple, pure ingredients to create a beneficial balance of macronutrients. They are packed with high quality Whey/Milk protein, healthy fats from coconut oil and have no refined sugars. At only 150 Calories or less they are great to eat in between meals or after workout. The MySmartBars come in two delicious flavours Coconut Cashew and Dark Chocolate.

Get smart about your nutrtion and make sure you’re body is running at it’s best. A great start is with USANA Essentials or USANA HealthPak, and our delicious MySmartBars.

The MySmartBars range will be on sale in New Zealand in July 2016. To learn more visit www.usana.com or check out our Facebook page.

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