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Lori Moreno
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# Posted: 25 Aug 2008 02:05
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Are Nutritionals a Viable Product these days?
YES!
Here are some Statistics to Ponder....
Internet Sales....
2007 internet sales grew to $138 billion (an increase of 19%)
USA online sales: are now close to $200 billion
-forecast to exceed $300 billion in 5 years
Nutritional Sales...
Even with a tough economic climate last year...
Nutritional Sales in the US grew 10.7% to $93.9 billion in 2007
Looks to me like people are considering NUTRITION
more and more of a neccessity.
As the 'baby boomers' age NUTRITION is
going from being 'trendy' and a 'luxury' to being a
NECCESITY.
Be well and prosper!
Lori
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mountainmom5
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# Posted: 25 Aug 2008 09:18
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I know - we Americans eat McDonalds cheeseburgers, microwave pizza, artificial all kinds of things and then guzzle down liquid vitamins to make us feel good and balance our diet...lol
I am guilty - I am one of them.
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CSGWAHM
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# Posted: 25 Aug 2008 09:55
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I think the Health & Wellness industry is a great one to be a part of, it's one of those that seems to always be popular. I think it's good that people want to take care of themselves, but it does all start with what you feed your body, plus getting that body active. Nutritional products can only do so much.
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ajonarii
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# Posted: 26 Sep 2008 01:48
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The health and wellness industry is definitely a smart industry to invest your business into. As more and more research is performed, nutrition and exercise are becoming more and more popular and mainstream in our culture. This is an industry that is not going anywhere, but will continue to grow rapidly in the future.
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westfam11
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# Posted: 26 Sep 2008 10:52
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I think one reason that a Health and Wellness business can do well now with the economy and with all of the baby boomers there are now is the cost of health care.
I have heard some complaints about the prices of some of the products in the health and wellness industry but it still is less expensive to do the prevention before it becomes a medical issue.
There are a lot of good products out there.
I would much rather spend 100.00 per month on supplements that work than to have to spend 500, 1000 or more in medical expenses and drugs after a medical problem has manifested itself.
That is just my opinion.
Becky
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mountainmom5
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# Posted: 26 Sep 2008 11:01
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I am with you Becky and if you can get on a business program where you spend a hundred a month on health products... you can really benefit.
1) Get healthier
2) Make money by helping others get healthier
3) Great tax deductions
4) Have fun helping others find health and wealth
I could add more to the list but it's really a no-brainer.
Viola
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Savvie
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# Posted: 26 Sep 2008 13:13
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Excellent points you guys!
I am absolutely fascinated with how the technology in the health and wellness field is advancing all the time ~ I love this field!
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MamAtWork
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# Posted: 27 Sep 2008 20:00
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There are so many ways that we can be healthy never needing supplements....but you're right that most people just don't do it and so there in lies the need for this industry. It will never go away.
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sharycea
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# Posted: 28 Sep 2008 14:43
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I think that the average consumer worldwide is concerned about some type of health-related issue. Whether it is to lose weight, to stop smoking, to relieve stress, to increase sexual performance, to get rid of high blood pressure or high cholesterol, colon cleansing ... and that is just the tip of the iceberg. The health industry is definitely here to stay!
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Phil Stones
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# Posted: 8 Oct 2008 07:37
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Yes a huge market - have you not done the research on google keywords and seen the figures !
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David_Ogden
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# Posted: 25 Oct 2008 21:22
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Even as the World is on the brink of recession millions are being spent by consumers on health and wellness products.
Along with alchohol in times of stress people pop pills, so it could be that the health and wellness industry will be one of the winners and also help the world climb out of recession.
Many millionaires will be created by the health and wellness industry
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WARRANTIES4LESS
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# Posted: 10 Nov 2008 07:26
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Interesting,
In my experience, no doubt, nutritional supplements is a big and growing business, but when recession comes a knocking, and it is banging on our doors at the moment, people start to cut back, and sadly, the first thing they start cutting is what they can live without.
Number one is eating out, and then comes the change to no brand items, as in generic, so I suspect many will start feeling it as people drop out of the high cost nutritional deals, sadly, usually these are the MLM products, so hang on, this recession is only just sinking in, and I know I have seen attrition rates like never before, so if you haven't seen it yet, sadly, you will, you cannot stop budget cuts no matter how good your nutritional product is.
Recession proof businesses is all I look at now, and you need to diversify if you want to survive, never mind thrive in a deep recession, or worse, a depression. I went through last recession, and learned a hard lesson, people cut back on health concerns across the board, check it out, people stop going to dentist, skip medical check ups, and sadly, stop buying high price nutritional products, so be prepared, statistics show a recession always changes peoples buying habits.
Wealth Without Health is Worthless, Mike
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luvtravel
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# Posted: 15 Nov 2008 10:40
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Leanology shakes which is a meal replacement COSTS LESS than a Latte !
And it is a lot more healthier for you!
I just made a squidoo lens for the holidays using Leanology shakes.
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Substitute up to two meals per day
Leanology Nutritional Shakes are designed to deliver the perfect balance of nutrients you need for a healthy meal substitute: protein, healthy carbohydrates, healthy fats, vitamins, minerals and fiber. Because they have the right balance of nutrition, they can help satisfy your hunger for hours.
Whole foods
The shakes contain whole food ingredient sources from fruits, vegetables, legumes, seeds and berries.
FiberWith their high fiber content, Leanology Shakes can help improve digestion and help stabilize blood sugar levels.
Omega-3 fatty acids
Leanology Shakes are a good source of Omega-3 fatty acids which can help your body reduce inflammation and improve circulation.
Terri
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cmassey
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# Posted: 19 Nov 2008 12:00
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This year alone, there is going to be alot of americans turning there back on healthcare. The price of healthcare is at a national high. Most companies feel that you take what every they give you. People are turning to alternative health, which is discount plans. To save money.
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# Posted: 23 Nov 2008 20:09
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The health and wellness industry is wide open. With so many people not able to afford health care, they are looking for alternatives
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jeffathome
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# Posted: 22 Feb 2009 21:53
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The health and wellness industry is so huge that there is room for anyone who wants to make some extra money in it. Just make sure you choose a company you believe in. I think a company that takes a more proactive approach to health is better than one that just wants to offer you supplements.
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livinghealthy
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# Posted: 23 Feb 2009 08:57 · Edited by: livinghealthy
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My business is with a health and wellness company and we have been growing since 1895. Last year we went over the $875 billion mark. Yes, this is an area you can easily build a home business with.
You do need to make sure that you are connected with a company who has a proven track record and gives you the support you need to build with. Make sure the products you work with have research backing and the company continues to develop new products. It is very hard to build a growing business on just a couple of products. Also, make sure the company you connect with has a very good customer service reputation. You need to know that the company puts the customer first and not looking for their representatives to b ring in as many new customers as possible without taking care of the customer's needs.
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annadenise
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# Posted: 2 Mar 2009 08:28
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Health and Wellness is tops for home based business suggestions especially in this recession. My earnings are higher each month in the 4 figures, and I have a large organization I work with.
I thought some of my customer's would start ordering less but it has not happened, although some are ordering a little less frequently with larger order's, I assume to reduce shipping charges.
There are too many baby-boomer's out there that are concerned with their health too stop taking high quality products.
Another key though is to look at business' in place for a minimum of 5 year's to assure a better chance at longevity, preferably a debt free company, good customer support and a number of product's. Someone posted earlier in this thread regarding product's, and I agree, I would not be in a company that offer only a few. People have to many different need's. Also, getting in a company that could continue in profit if they had no distributor's and the customer's would just keep ordering anyway! That is one to think about.
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# Posted: 16 Mar 2009 00:59
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This is a good thing considering the fact that a lot of discoveries and treatments have been available for the market nowadays, but I just hope that the pharmaceutical companies will not take advantage of this one by drawing us to buy medicines with not-as-promised effects just for the sake of earning an income.
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toogabooga
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# Posted: 6 Jun 2009 15:44
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Health & wellness is definitely a great business to be in! Think about the fact the for most people their list of most important things includes loved ones, faith, health, and money! These things are normally at the top of their list. In today's economy more and more people are looking for a solid opportunity because they've finally discovered that working for the big guy, is risky! They want control of their financial future and the health and wellness industry provides a very good way of securing it plus enhances their quality of life at the same time. With the discoveries made in the past few years, some very good products are finally available to all of us. Most of the really good ones are not going to be found on the shelves at a store!
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# Posted: 22 Jun 2009 19:57
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Absolutely!!!!
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yahia
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# Posted: 23 Jun 2009 13:21 · Edited by: yahia
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Ok here is my 2cents, I hope I don't offend anyone.
My body is different from yours. My needs are different from yours. My physiology is different from yours. My metabolism is different from yours. These are undeniable facts.
You can easily expect that a "one size fits all" kind of nutritional supplement does not exist. The right way to get a suitable nutritional supplement that your body needs is to ask your doctor. There is no way around it unless you are a doctor yourself.
Now consider this scenario: You join a health and wellness MLM company. You try their supplements and you feel well (not necessarily that your body is really getting well, could be your mind telling you so). Then you start promoting this supplement to your friends and family, or to strangers online or on the phone, buy leads, advertise on newspapers and everywhere. You start making money, and become happy with the enhancement you made in the life of others.
After a couple of month you or one of your referred friends feel ill and after you check with a real doctor this time it turns out that your supplement wasn't for you. You realize that you did not enhance the life of everyone you referred to buy this supplement, instead you ruined some lives.
You feel guilty, and want to do something. Some of your referrals are happy with the supplement and the money they are making, but you know they might hurt someone else who wasn't supposed to get this particular supplement. You feel you are indirectly responsible for the harm.
At the same time you are making good money because your downline is excited about the new source of income they discovered and is promoting it hard.
You'll either live with the guilt and feel that your earnings are not blessed, or will put your consious in the fredge for now and go on with your life.
But it doesn't stop there. Some of the victims file law suites against the producer of the supplement. The producer is not stupid. On the supplement itself it is clearly stated that you should consult with your doctor before using this drug, and to keep it out of reach of children. It is also stated that the facts on the product are not confirmed or approved by FDA or whatever organization in the country of origin.
Guess who will be blamed now? Now this is serious. And since you are running this business from home under your own name, you are risking your earnings, your savings, all of your bank accounts, all of your spouses bank accounts, your cars, your house, your or your spouses jewerly ... every thing you own as a house hold.
Now should your or should you not get involved in health and wellness industry?
First, ask a lawyer and get to know what you should say or write, what you shouldn't say or wright, what you need to get your referrals to sign ... and so on.
Then think of a way to get your referrals to check with their doctors before they use your recommended supplement.
I personally have an experience with this respect. I bought a wellness product that is supposed to help me burn fat in the gym instead of carbs. I needed that because I have a fatty liver and I thought I can improve my liver status with reducing my total body fat.
The product is approved by all kinds of organizations you might think of, and the patent is registered for a team in one of the Canadian universities. Because I am a scientist and have contacts there I communicated with the product developer directly and understood how it works. For those who studied physiology before: it blocks glycolysis and forces Kreb's cycle to be fed with acety co-A from fatty acids metabolis. And this blocking is good for 2 hours.
I have a masters degree in physiology, and I know that the kind of blocking used in this product is reversilbe. But there is a chance that it doesn't get reversed and my metabolism stays longer that 2 hours buring fat and accumulating carbs in my blood. Carbs in the blood means more work for the pancreas to produce more insulin. If you are susceptible to diabetes you shouldn't put any kind of pressure on your insluin producing machine.
Anyway, I asked my liver specialist and explained my concerns about the product. You won't believe what he said to me:
"Don't use it and I guarantee your liver will live longer than you as it is". He also said that herbal supplements are dangerous for my liver. Then he referred me to an endocrinologist to discuss my insulin concerns with (which I didn't because I decided not to use the product).
Imagine if I don't have the connections with coleagus in that university, and had no degree in physiology (which is the case for the vast majority of the customers). I could be on the liver and pancreas transplant waiting lists now.
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# Posted: 26 Jun 2009 07:58
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I think it is becoming more important in peoples lives. We all want to live longer and there are so many ways today to take advantage of this. It may take some of us longer than others but we all have that guilt feeling when we eat something that is not nutritional.
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# Posted: 26 Jun 2009 12:36
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There is money, and a lot of it, in the wellness industry, but not for you, unless you are a doctor, a pharamacist, or a nutritionist. Other than those three categories you are risking everything you currently have.
Think again.
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# Posted: 10 Nov 2009 15:04 · Edited by: TJamMoneyMan
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I'd agree with yahia's and some of the other more sobering posts on this industry.
Notice how the driving motivation seems to be making money, NOT truly helping folx to be healthy.
If you want to make money on this type of thing, you may as well also consider the weight loss industry.
A total scam, but lots of money to be made here as well.
Diet Coke anyone?
I suggest you do some research and learn about health and longevity.
All we need to be healthy has been put here on earth in natural form.
And we simply need to get OFF our butts and EXERCISE!
Just eat right and exercise.
That's really all there is to it!
Get some valid INFORMATION on those topics, and you'll do quite well.
And please don't participate in promoting these unproven, man-made scam products.
Also, you should consider and RESEARCH alternatives to medical therapy and surgery, which is definitly a 'double edged sword'.
Folx promote 'health and wellness' and 'weight loss' products out of ignorance and/or a desire to make money on (SCAM), the less informed.
Some individuals are sincere in their motivation, promoting such products, but these industries are mostly scams.
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