Flavonoid Intake is Associated with Lower Incidence of Depression In Women

Flavonoids are phytonutrients (plant nutrients) found in tea, chocolate, red wine and many fruits and vegetables. They are already known to offer protective cardiovascular health effects and other health benefits, however the effect of flavonoid intake on depression has been unclear up to this point. Researchers from Harvard published an article in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition analyzing data from the Nurses’ Health Study and the Nurses’ Health Study II, looking at potential links between flavonoid intake and depression.

The Nurses’ Health Study and Nurses’ Health Study II included 82,643 women without a previous history of depression. Over a period of 10 years of follow-up, a total of 10,752 incidents of depression were found. Analysis of flavonoid intake and depression frequency revealed that the highest quintile of total flavonoid, polymer, and proanthocyanidin intake was associated with a 9-12% decreased risk of depression. Lower intakes were associated with a reverse linear, but still significant decrease in depression risk. In women over 65 years, the results had even stronger statistical relevance and did so with almost all classes of flavonoids.

Flavonoid intake is associated with lower incidences of depression, with particularly strong links at the highest intakes and in older women. Not only does this study offer evidence that flavonoid intake may decrease the likelihood of depression, but it provides further evidence about the overall health benefits of flavonoid intake.

USANA Founder Dr. Myron Wentz Awarded First-Ever Lifetime Achievement Award By Children's Hunger Fund

SALT LAKE CITY, Sept. 29, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- USANA Health Sciences founder Dr. Myron Wentz has been recognized with the Lifetime Achievement Award by Children's Hunger Fund (CHF) for his philanthropic efforts. The award honors individuals who, through their efforts and generosity, empower the nonprofit organization to deliver hope to suffering children around the globe.

"Honoring Dr. Wentz with this award is just a small reflection of our gratitude for the unwavering support he has provided to us over the last 15 years," said Dave Phillips, president and founder of Children's Hunger Fund. "The work he has helped us accomplish, and the lives we've been able to improve around the world is unmeasurable and we couldn't be more grateful for his generosity."

During his long-standing humanitarian relationship with CHF, Dr. Wentz has funded many projects including Cargo of Hope (11.7 million meals provided), Beds for Ukraine Orphans (2,400 beds built and outfitted), Wentz Medical Centers in Uganda,Cambodia and Malawi (with two more in development) and has championed the donation of more than $21.3 million in cash and nutritional supplements through USANA and its charitable branch, the USANA True Health Foundation.

"I am appreciative, honored and humbled to be the first recipient of the Children's Hunger Fund Lifetime Achievement Award," said Dr. Wentz. "It has been a privilege to support CHF's noble efforts to care for the impoverished and malnourished children of the world."

The award was presented to Dr. Wentz during the Children's Hunger Fund 25th anniversary celebration at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley, CA.

About USANA
Founded in 1992, USANA Health Sciences (NYSE: USNA) is a U.S.-based nutritional company that manufactures high-quality supplements, personal care and healthy products in its FDA-registered facility in Salt Lake City. Learn more about USANA by visiting our website http://www.usana.com or the official USANA blog http://whatsupusana.com.

About Children's Hunger Fund
Founded by Dave Phillips in 1991, Children's Hunger Fund has served the needs of suffering children for twenty-five years. The charity has distribution centers in Dallas, Chicago, San Antonio and at its headquarters in Los Angeles. At each center, bulk food is packed by volunteers into "Food Paks" (a 20-pound box of nutritious food). Food Paks are distributed to millions of children and families in need throughout the U.S. and around the world. For more information, visit www.childrenshungerfund.org.

USANA Earns Another Seal of Approval for Label Accuracy and Product Purity

Omega-3 Supplement BiOmega Passes Testing by ConsumerLab.com

SALT LAKE CITY, Sept. 19, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Global health and wellness giant USANA Health Sciences has once again been recognized with a seal of approval by third-party assessor ConsumerLab.com — this time for their omega-3 supplement BiOmega. This marks the 12th time a USANA product has been given the seal of approval by ConsumerLab.com since 2015. USANA's BiOmega is an ultra-pure fish-oil supplement that supports cardiovascular, immune and joint health.

"Having the highest quality products on the market is priority number one for us as a company and receiving third-party validation is the best way to prove that," says Dan Macuga, USANA's chief communications officer. "Our research and development and manufacturing teams work around the clock to make sure we are putting out products free of impurities and contain only the ingredients on the label."

ConsumerLab.com is an independent tester of the quality, purity and label accuracy of health and wellness products, putting each item through rigorous testing. To be awarded a seal of approval from ConsumerLab.com, USANA's BiOmega supplement had to contain 100 percent of the claimed amount of EPA, DHA and omega-3s used to maintain a healthy cardiovascular system, and to meet quality levels set for lead, arsenic, cadmium and mercury.

"Whenever we receive third-party recognition for the quality of our products, it shows the hard work and effort we all put in to making these supplements," says USANA's executive director of global research and development, Dr. John Cuomo. "BiOmega is USANA's omega-3 fish-oil supplement that contains advanced levels of EPA and DHA, two long-chain omega-3 fatty acids. These ingredients are vital in supporting your memory, learning, cardiovascular system and overall health."

Along with BiOmega, several other USANA supplements have been recently certified by ConsumerLab.com, including Procosa®, Visionex®, CoQuinone® 30, Active Calcium, Vitamin D, Pure Rest™, USANA® Probiotic, USANA® Essentials™, Usanimals, BabyCare Prenatal Essentials and Body Rox.

USANA Changes The World Of Nutritional Science

USANA Changes The World Of Nutritional Science

Patent-Pending USANA InCelligence Technology™

SALT LAKE CITY, Aug. 25, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- USANA Health Sciences is pleased to announce an innovative technological advancement: its U.S. patent-pending USANA InCelligence Technology™. This exclusive cell-signaling technology—now found in various USANA® products—is designed to help your body's cells renew and protect themselves in unique and powerful ways, representing a monumental leap forward in cellular nutrition and overall wellness.*

"USANA continues to build a reputation as an innovator in the science of cellular health and nutritional supplementation," says USANA Founder Dr. Myron Wentz. "With USANA's InCelligence Technology, we are ensuring that our company remains on the cutting-edge of nutritional supplementation."

How InCelligence Cell-Signaling Technology Works

  • Human cells demonstrate a natural intelligence (or InCelligence), which acts on information from plant-derived biomolecules found in our foods.
  • Traditional multivitamin supplements simply supply building materials, while USANA's InCelligence Technology puts the builders to work, directly triggering your body's natural protection and renewal processes. (Think of it as the ability to have a conversation with your cells to help them do even more of what they do best.)*
  • InCelligence technology helps build your cells' resilience and their ability to adapt, which then helps your body meet its unique needs.*

InCelligence: Found in New, Innovative Products

With its U.S. patent-pending cell-signaling InCelligence Complex, USANA has created a cutting-edge product to support your body's natural ability to make its own protective antioxidants, which are even stronger than those in just about any supplement. CellSentials™ contains a triple-action system that protects, renews, and nourishes cells for optimal cellular function.*

So what does all this really mean? Let's hear from the expert:

"Our bodies are made up of trillions of cells and many of them are constantly generating cellular energy to power processes in our bodies, like our heartbeat," says Executive Vice President of Research and Development Dr. Kevin Spelman.  "But this process can also generate free radicals that can damage the mitochondria within the cell. Fortunately, our cells have a natural process that helps clean any damaged mitochondria out of the cell to help renew efficient cellular function. Cellsentials help activate this process."

Also launching with USANA's InCelligence Technology is their newest product Proglucamune™, an immune-support supplement. Proglucamune is designed to help immune cells respond effectively and support the body's ability to adapt to occasional stress.*

Proglucamune Ingredients—Ancient Wisdom and Modern Science

  • Organic reishi and shiitake mushrooms: used for thousands of years in traditional Chinese medicines to support vitality*
  • Baker's yeast (specific strain): provides exceptional support for immunity and daily wellness, even during times of occasional, mild stress*
  • Zinc: an essential trace element that supports proper functioning of immune cells and acts as an antioxidant to help defend against oxidative stress*

It all works together to help keep you feeling fit and well, every day.*

Other USANA products that include the all-new InCelligence technology are Hepasil DTX™ and Procosa®.

The InCelligence Takeaway

InCelligence is the key to unlock the natural intelligence of your cells and will help support the health of your entire body, no matter what stress you put it through.*

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.