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PROmega-3 Fish Oil
Our Price: $11.99

120 Gelcaps 180/120mg. EPA/DHA High Purity Fish Oil!
Fish Oil
Our Price: $16.00

Fish Oil
Zzz
Our Price: $21.00

Zzz®
Multinutrient Supplement with Melatonin

KEY BENEFITS:

   * Supports sound sleep*
   * Helps relieve occasional sleeplessness*
   * Contains melatonin, chamomile and valerian
   * Aids in preventing occasional sleep disturbances*

IS THIS YOU?

   * Someone who wakes up during the night, disrupting a normal sleep pattern
   * Someone who has occasional difficulty falling asleep
   * Someone who needs help combating jet lag

THE ISSUE:
According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 60 million Americans a year have difficulty going to sleep. Insomnia is so common that it ranks third behind headache and the common cold as reasons we seek medical attention or self-treatment. It is estimated that more than 2.5% of American adults use a prescription sleep aid, and more than 3% buy nonprescription products seeking relief from sleeplessness.

The benefits of a good night's sleep cannot be overemphasized. Sleep deprivation contributes to a multitude of problems, and takes a toll on physical and mental health. A Newsweek cover story titled, “Health For Life: Sleep,” cited research that demonstrated a direct correlation between inadequate sleep and the vulnerability of the immune system. Wellness depends on a balance of vigorous activity and periods of restfulness, which includes sleeping. The sleeping state helps revitalize our minds and bodies. It is the time when cells recover, muscles grow and the immune system strengthens. The recuperative powers of sleep cannot be duplicated with any other activity. Simply put, there is no substitute for a good night's sleep.

Although medical science has not established a prescribed length of time one must sleep, we do know that those who experience poor sleeping patterns can feel tired and groggy during waking hours no matter how long they have slept the night before. The restful and restorative benefits of a full night's sleep allow us to be at our best, fully coherent and functional throughout the day.

THE SOLUTION: Zzz®
Although some people will accept a poor night's sleep as normal, it is not necessary to suffer, and AdvoCare can help with Zzz supplement.* Zzz capsules have been formulated with naturally effective ingredients to help you go to sleep and stay asleep.* The unique combination of melatonin, vitamin B-6 and botanical extracts work together to provide a restful sleep.* Melatonin is a hormone secreted by the pineal gland. It serves as a type of “internal clock and calendar,” regulating the modulation of the sleepwake cycle. While the body naturally produces melatonin, this production begins to decrease over the years. Additionally, the herbs valerian and chamomile found in Zzz supplement have been shown to help produce a calming and relaxing effect.* For many people, it seems that their mind comes alive with thought at bedtime. Zzz supplement can help offset occasional sleeplessness by preparing the body for regular and effective sleep.* If occasional sleep challenges are standing between you and a better, more restful life, Zzz supplement could be exactly what you're looking for.*

Zzz® supplement is also a good idea when jet lag is a possibility.* Make sure you carry Zzz with you on long trips so that you can enjoy your vacations and be your best on business excursions.*

Directions For Use:
For ages 18 and older.
Take one capsule 30 to 60 minutes before bedtime, preferably on an empty stomach.
Use only at bedtime.

WARNING:
May cause drowsiness. Do not drive a motor vehicle or operate machinery after use. Consult your healthcare professional before taking Zzz capsules if you are taking sedatives or tranquillizers or if sleeplessness persists after taking Zzz capsules. This product is not intended for pregnant or nursing women, persons under 18 years of age, or diabetics.

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.

Key Ingredients:
Melatonin, valerian extract, hops extract, chamomile extract, passion flower extract, white willow extract, vitamin B-6, zinc

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Vitamin D
Our Price: $21.95

Health Basics

   * Necessary for normal bone mineralization and growth
   * Helps in the development and maintenance of bones and teeth
   * Helps in the absorption and use of calcium and phosphorus
   * Helps to prevent vitamin D deficiency
   * The current recommendation of 400 IU of vitamin D per day may not be enough to prevent vitamin D deficiency.        

USANA’S supplement has 2000 IU of vitamin D per tablet.

Vitamin D
Recent reports show that populations around the world are suffering from vitamin D deficiency. The problem is widespread and increasing, with potentially severe repercussions for overall health and bone-fracture rates. There is evidence that suggests vitamin D deficiency increases during the winter months because of decreased exposure to sunlight, although vitamin D deficiency may also occur during the summer months. This Vitamin D supplement is formulated with maximum strength vitamin D to ensure you get the vitamin D you need in one tablet.
Lysozyme Pre
Our Price: $24.95

Enzymes are proteins that make life possible. Every chemical reaction that occurs in the human body requires enzymes to ensure maximum efficacy. No vitamin, mineral, or hormone can do its job in the human body without the catalyst effect of enzymes. Enzymes help the body digest fats, carbohydrates, proteins, and fiber; enabling the body to glean nutrients while removing toxins. Enzymes convert the food we eat into energy and fuel our bodies to promote stronger immune systems and healthier blood flow. Amino acids, which are the basic building blocks of life, comprise the proteins that are enzymes. While all enzymes are proteins, all proteins are not necessarily enzymes. Enzymes are organized into chains that fold into three-dimensional structures in a sporadic manner. These structures affirm the specific function of the enzyme. Nearly every metabolic and physiological evolution in the body requires enzymes.

Consequently, it is important to recognize that enzymes are one of the key players in maintaining a healthy body. Enzymes work to enhance a strong, healthy immune system; promote cardiovascular wellness; support quality central nervous system function; and help to properly balance hormone levels in the body. Enzymes fuel the body's chemical activities by working as catalysts, causing the body's processes to work at a faster rate. Enzymes are an integral part of healthy cell activity and are necessary for organs, tissues, and glands to perform properly. Without enzymes, cells would not perform their tasks as quickly or efficiently and the body's physiological processes would either not progress at all or would move at an extremely slow rate. The human body produces its own supply of enzymes as needed. However, there are a myriad of situations in which the body exhausts its enzyme supply and cannot adequately replenish its supply. The consumption of junk food rather than healthy, whole foods can diminish the body's ability to produce sufficient enzyme levels. Certain medications can also inhibit healthy enzyme production. As the body ages it loses the ability to keep up with the demands of metabolic attrition and struggles to maintain satisfactory enzyme levels. This insufficiency of vital enzymes has been found to be a key component to chronic, age-related illnesses. Enzymes are a critical factor to the body's overall health and its ability to operate effectively and efficiently.


Enzymes help reinforce the body's defense mechanisms in the following ways:
- Fibrin: Normal enzyme levels help guard against the formation of fibrin.
 - Blood: Enzymes help cleanse the blood of debris, maintaining blood health.
 - Immune Function : Enzymes help maintain healthy immune systems.
 - Healthy Circulation : Normal enzyme levels help promote blood circulation.
Vendetta
Our Price: $28.77

Get The Most Out Of Your Workouts For Faster Results!

Nutrition as a means to improve physical performance and recovery is nothing new. Scientific research is constantly enabling us to positively affect the performance athletes have in training and competition. Getting the most out of training sessions is by far the best method to improve performance. Better methods of fueling can dramatically improve available energy and recovery, thus allowing a constant improvement in training focus and intensity. Especially for athletes who train multiple times in one day or those who train at night and then again early the next morning, superior recovery is crucial. The ability to come back later in the day and attack the training session with the greatest intensity possible can make or break the results. Essentially, this is what victories are made of.

Carbohydrates

It is critical to have the appropriate energy available for proper performance of training. Low glycogen levels have been associated with poor performance, focus, and intensity during athletic endeavors [1-11]. Having sufficient stores of glycogen can lead to a decrease in the rate of perceived exertion (RPE) and increased endurance, even without typical carbohydrate loading [12]. These findings are not just limited to endurance activities however. They are very much relevant to strength training and other activities that last as little as 30-minutes [2,6,7,8,13]. The ability to maintain training intensity, due to a variety of reasons, can be significantly diminished if glucose availability is hindered.

Perhaps the best method to increase glucose availability during exercise is consuming a carbohydrate solution immediately prior to and during exercise. This works especially well if prior meals consisted of relatively low carbohydrate levels. The circulating nutrients go beyond just giving energy for performance.

Low levels of muscle glycogen lead to a greater degradation of muscle protein [14,15]. Some of the amino acids are used directly as utilizable fuels. Others are converted to alanine, via glutamate. Alanine, pyruvate, and lactate are used for gluconeogenesis to fill the void for glucose created by insufficient dietary consumption. If the void is great enough, amino acids can account for up to 10% of the total energy metabolism during exercise [16]. The direct use of leucine and other amino acids for fuel puts a carbon strain on the TCA-cycle, which is used to maintain the increased energy demands of exercise. In return for increased muscle protein catabolism, performance is severely limited and losses of excess muscle protein will occur, thus increasing the recovery period.

To take advantage of the protein sparing effects from glucose availability, the ingredients in Vendetta by Xtreme Formulations should be consumed immediately prior to and/or during training [10]. The moderate and fast acting carbohydrates allow for relatively quick availability and use. High levels of slow digesting carbohydrates can have a negative impact upon performance. Large amounts of fiber and sugars, such as lactose and fructose, can create a strain on the metabolic system. These have very slow times to digestion and ultimately for utilization. While in the stomach and small intestine, they compete with the exercising body for water, blood flow, and energy. The end result is an upset stomach and poor performance.

There is no need to worry about the possible negative impact of consuming carbohydrates in the upper half of the glycemic index. None of the nutrients will have the opportunity to be stored as fat, which is generally the main concern. Once entering circulation, the glucose will be taken up by the working cells and used for fuel. In turn there is shift in the source for energy to replenish ATP and creatine-phosphate levels.

During the initial stages of exercise, muscle glycogen is the primary source of energy to replenish the immediate energy systems. But as stored levels begin to deplete, a greater emphasis is placed upon blood glucose. This can have major implications to resistance training. As many individuals now consume lower carbohydrate diets, stored glycogen levels can be much below the 15g/kg upper range. This can create a significant deficit during training due to cumulative effects of physical activity. Short-term bouts of high intensity training with very short or active rest periods will elicit a significant level of muscle glycogenolysis. There appears to be a linear relationship between muscle glycogenolysis, external work performed, and exercising intensity [17]. In fact, levels of muscle glycogenolysis during resistance exercise has been reported to be similar to those obtained during high intensity cycling, illustrating the benefits of this nutritional regimen [17-19]. As a result, training intensity can severely drop off once short-term energy stores are depleted.

By consuming energy immediately before and during training, can create a metabolic switch earlier in training. Because of the available blood glucose, the active muscle cells will not use as stored glycogen during training. In turn, the there will be a prolonging effect upon performance as well as an early jumpstart upon recovery.

Using this method to improve performance has many proven benefits, but many still are overly concerned with another possible repercussions. Rebound hypoglycemia is often associated with ingesting high glycemic carbohydrates around exercise. The lore surrounding this metabolic state is largely overrated. Even in instances when researchers were able to create this environment in subjects, it most often had little to no impact upon performance [3]. The availability of nutrients had a more dramatic positive impact. If individuals find themselves ultra sensitive, a greater proportion of the drink should be consumed during the exercise session.

A strategic mixture of carbohydrates will help improve the metabolic response both during and after exercise. Adding small amounts of fructose bound to glucose, as in the form of sucrose, will do the trick. Care needs to be taken though because large amounts of fructose will swing the results in the negative direction. Impaired fructose absorption has appeared at levels above 20-50 grams causing upset stomachs [16]. Co-consumption of fructose with glucose raises the level needed at which stomach distress appears, partly do to an increased rate of absorption [21]. The somewhat delayed metabolic response to the oligosaccharide, sucrose has a glycemic index of about 60, helps to prolong the metabolic process slightly, but not enough to cause problems. In a blend with additional glucose (dextrose), optimal results can be had.

Because the liver is very efficient at phosphorylating fructose, almost none enters systemic circulation. Rather the fructose is converted to glucose in the liver and used primarily to replenish local glycogen stores. In turn, there is a lasting effect upon energy levels as well as preparing the body for post exercise recovery.

Vendetta contains a strategic mixture of carbohydrates. One half of the carbohydrate energy blend is sucrose and the remaining half is dextrose. This equates to only 25% of the total ultimately being free fructose. So for one serving, only 7.5 grams will ultimately be fructose. Sucrose also happens to be a powerful osmolyte. At these lower concentrations, sucrose actually helps maintain adequate rates of enzymatic reactions. One enzyme in particular, creatine-kinase, is protected from guanidine denaturation. This will ultimately lead to improved performance and enhanced recovery capabilities, but Vendetta goes much further.

The Essential Factor

Amino acids are critical to growth and recovery, a fact well known. Some will argue that adding amino acids to workout drinks is of little value, as their inclusion, except for some instances, appears to make only minor immediate performance improvements. The point missed is the advanced jump upon recovery, growth, and maximizing the improved the utilization rate of the nutrients. An increase in insulin and carbohydrates without the presence of amino acids has only a modest affect upon muscle protein synthesis. In regards to protein synthesis, insulin primarily only activates the translation pathway. Making amino acids available improves the metabolic response. Leucine, for example, is essential to, and even amplifies muscle protein synthesis [24,25].

The choice of protein used in sports drink is crucial for multiple reasons though. Protein powders such as micelar casein, calcium caseinate, and milk protein isolate take far too long to digest, and ultimately be utilized. As is the case with using slow digesting carbohydrates, slow digesting proteins will leave a very uncomfortable feeling in the stomach while exercising. Ingesting these proteins creates an intestinal environment that competes with the active muscles for energy and fluids. The competition for blood supply can reduce flow to working muscles by as much as 20%. Not exactly a positive result when the goal is to increase nutrient delivery and waste removal through maximized blood flow.

Whey protein concentrate, an inexpensive and often used protein source, is a poor choice for pre workout however for among other reasons the higher levels of lactose present. Many individuals have experienced problems associated with whey protein concentrate consumption even when not exercising. Whey protein isolates or hydrolyzed whey proteins would then seem like the next logical choice, but they are far from the best in creating ultimate anabolic environment.

A blend of 8 essential amino acids (EAA) is the most potent nutritional method to increase muscle protein anabolism. Tryptophan should not be included due to related sedative affects. The many benefits of these 8 other EAA is in part due to their side chain structure. Side chains determine the special metabolic pathways of each individual amino acid.

The chain structures of the nine EAA are not able to undergo transamination to any appreciable extent and must be consumed in sufficient amounts, thus the term nutritionally essential. In response to the circulating EAA, cells quickly upregulate protein translation ultimately leading to greater levels of anabolism. In fact, the response to orally ingested EAA is so great, non-essential amino acids (NEAA) are not needed to stimulate the translation process [25,26].

A single six-gram serving of EAA is more than twice as effective as two, six-gram servings of mixed amino acids [25,26]. So in return, half the amount of protein netted twice the results. This comparison was also done using only free form amino acids rather than anything peptide bonded.

Also, the free form status in addition to using only the essential amino acids creates an anabolic stimulating super hyperaminoacidemic environment. Essential amino acids are the fastest absorbed of all the amino acids [27]. Large hydrogen mass of the side chains and neutral status increases affinity to the transporters. Of all the amino acids, methionine, leucine, isoleucine, and valine are the fastest absorbing of all. Exercising muscles will not have to compete with the stomach and digestive tract for valuable resources to digest the nutrients. In return, nutrients will be made available rather quickly to the cells while creating only positive benefits, such as increased nitrogen balance (NB) and growth, not the typical muscle protein degradation.

The resultant rise NB is in direct result from an increase in muscle protein anabolism, not just a decrease in protein degradation [25-28]. This is a crucial advancement. You now can go beyond simply suppressing endogenous muscle breakdown and stimulate the muscles to recover and grow. This recovery growth is also in addition to the body's normal physiologic rate [29]. Although these benefits will be had in response to intake at almost any time, the timing can make a crucial difference in amplifying the results.

The scientific blend of free form amino acids in Vendetta creates the most potent anabolic environment of all protein supplements. With Vendetta you are not only able to improve performance, but you are also able to recover and grow at some of the fastest rates possible.

Drink. Train. Grow.

Physical activity elicits a multitude of responses throughout the entire body. Besides the necessary function of delivering oxygen and removing waste products, increased circulation to active cells makes available vital nutrients. Active cells essentially upregulate receptors looking for the nutrients they are going to need. The sympathetic nervous system extrinsically regulates blood distribution by increasing vasoconstriction in areas less in need for blood supply. Blood flow is thus directed to appropriate active cells.

Circulation to the active muscles is dramatically increased exponentially during exercise. Flow is often raised to levels 1,000% greater than during rest to over 8,000 ml per minute during conditioning. Resistance exercise creates an environment in excess of 300% more blood flow to active muscles. During intense exercise, about 60% of cardiac output is directed to active muscle cells. This also highlights the necessity of consuming nutrients that will not compromise the tremendous opportunity by staging in the digestive tract.

Increased circulation, coupled with unregulated plasma level transporters, creates a tremendously open window to direct nutrients into the cells that need it most. Typically, insulin secretion is required for insertion of GLUT 4 transporters into the plasma membrane of muscle cells, but it is also stimulated by repeated muscle contraction. So in combination with moderately increased insulin levels and muscular contraction, the greatest level of transporter saturation can be achieved. [Note: the primary role of including carbohydrates is to spare protein and increase energy availability.]




Consuming the proper nutrients prior to training also appears to even further increase the level of blood flow directed to working muscles. When examining resistance training, proper pre-training nutrient consumption significantly increases blood flow even further, over 50% more in fact, both during both and after training than when the same nutrients are consumed post training [30]. Increased circulation further raises the level of hyper-essential-aminoacidemia, a trigger for muscle protein synthesis [25-33]. Nutrient deliver to the working muscles is roughly 260% greater during training following nutrients as compared to no nutrient consumption. It is the 650% greater nutrient delivery during resistance exercise that allows us to create an anabolic environment directed towards the cells we ultimately want to respond.

Even more fascinating is that pre-training ingestion even outperforms the post-training meal in the hours immediately after training. As the response from post training consumption starts to decline one-hour after consumption, metabolic responses to pre-training ingestion are sustained and still active. The active muscle cells not only absorb more nutrients, but a greater overall percentage gets used for protein synthesis. The greater overall response to pre-training intake leads to over 400% greater muscle protein synthesis during the recovery period as compared to consuming the same nutrients immediately post training [30].

Vendetta would be a great post training meal as well, but as you can plainly see, consuming Vendetta immediately prior to and/or during training will reap the greatest benefits.

Conclusion

Clinical research has shown that the greatest nutritional method to increase muscle protein synthesis within the training window is a carbohydrate and EAA blend consumed immediately before training. The numbers surrounding research as to the best amounts of each is less clear. What has found though is a somewhat linear relationship regarding the EAA and the quantities consumed orally. Simply stated, the more consumed, the better the results. There obviously is a limit though, but exactly where the ceiling level is currently is unclear. What we can do is make some general guidelines to help direct proper intake.

Carbohydrates:
50/50 blend of glucose and sucrose (note: sucrose is a disaccharide comprised of 50% glucose and 50% fructose) 0.3 - 0.4 g/kg immediately before training (Remember there is approximately 2.2kg per pound)
Essential Amino Acids: A blend of 8 essential amino acids with an emphasis placed upon Leucine, about 30-35% of the entire EAA blend, or at least 4-5 grams. 0.15 - 0.2 g/kg immediately before training.
V16 Energy Drink
Our Price: $31.00

V16® Energy Drink
Vitamin & Herbal Supplement

KEY BENEFITS:

   * Serves as a caffeine-free source of energy*
   * Supports and maintains energy levels*
   * Helps the body adapt to stress*
   * Contains adaptogens that support increased availability of oxygen to cellular processes*
   * Rich in 13 vitamins
   * Helps the body perform at optimal levels*

IS THIS YOU?

   * Someone who has difficulty keeping energy levels up
   * Someone who is sensitive to caffeine
   * Someone looking for improved general health
   * Someone looking for an edge in your sport or exercise program

THE ISSUE:
To achieve and maintain peak performance and health, we need sustained and focused energy. Poor diet, lack of physical activity and the demands of a stress-filled lifestyle can drain our energy contribute to weight gain and lead to a variety of negative physical conditions. Maintaining energy levels and mental clarity throughout the day has become an increasingly difficult challenge. Frequently when we are stressed, pressed for time and feeling low on energy, it’s easy to turn to beverages like soda and coffee that are filled with “empty calories” with too much sugar and caffeine. While these drinks do provide the short burst of energy we want, it doesn’t last long and often results in a rebound effect later that contributes to general malaise. These drinks typically offer almost no nutritional value, meaning we might fill our body two to three times a day with drinks that fall short of providing us the sound nutrition our body craves. In addition to this unsatisfactory approach, some people find that they are either sensitive to the effects of caffeine or they need to limit how much caffeine they consume. In such cases, an energy drink that is caffeine-free but still effective and healthy is needed.

THE SOLUTION: V16® Energy Drink
V16 Energy Drink is a unique combination of adaptogens, nutrients and a balanced blend of B vitamins in a caffeine-free, effervescent drink designed to provide quick energy and mental focus.* Because of its comprehensive formula, V16 Energy Drink is an excellent solution for energy, stress and core nutrition.* The B vitamins in V16 provide long-lasting energy by supporting and enhancing the body’s natural energy production abilities.* The body looks to carbohydrates, protein and fat as energy sources, and B vitamins such as vitamin B-12, vitamin B-6 and thiamine help improve the body’s ability to gain energy from each source.* V16 Energy Drink also includes unique adaptogens that help increase the body’s resistance to stress as well as facilitate oxygen transport, increase endurance and support energy.* These adaptogens make V16 Energy Drink an exceptional product that is appropriate for the hard-working, stay-at-home mom and the serious professional athlete alike. Finally, V16 Energy Drink contains core nutrition in a great-tasting formula that helps support and maintain general wellness.* Each serving is rich in 13 vitamins and also contains three distinct adaptogens. This unique product is designed to provide essential nutrients and stress-fighting adaptogens for your body so that it can perform at an optimum level, both mentally and physically.*

Directions For Use:
For ages 4 and older
Pour contents of one pouch into 8 fluid ounces of water. Slightly shake or stir and allow to fizz.

CAUTION:
This product is not intended for pregnant or nursing women.

Key Ingredients:
Golden root, leuzea extract, schisandra extract, vitamin B-6, vitamin B-12, thiamine, folic acid, niacin, vitamin K, biotin

* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Ultra Peptide 2.0
Our Price: $31.97

Being a lean gainer means being more than just a protein powder, you need the EFA's and you need to think of this as a whole meal.  This includes macronutrients and micronutrients.  Therefore, just as Mother Nature devised with her infinite wisdom, we include a maintenance dose of creatine monohydrate, just like what's found in a typical serving of red meat.  Also for soothing of the gut and hydration we chose to use a functional amount of rice oligodextrin, as the better your gut health, the better your gains!

All in all Xtreme Formulations believes Ultra Peptide 2.0 is the finest protein gainer in it's class.  We believe once you try it, experience the taste and results you won’t have reason to go back.
O2 Gold
Our Price: $34.80

KEY BENEFITS:

   * Helps facilitate the body’s use of oxygen*
   * Helps restore vitality and liveliness*
   * Helps the body adapt to stress*
   * Increases oxygenation to cells*
   * Helps increase and maintain energy levels*
   * Supports muscle building and recovery*
   * Provides antioxidant activity to counter the effects of free radicals*
   * Supports the body’s immune system*
   * Contains easily digestible whey protein

IS THIS YOU?

   * Someone who needs to boost your physical activity level
   * A casual or elite athlete looking to enhance your training program
   * Someone who wants nutrition that will help prevent the effects of stress
   * Someone who wants to support your muscle growth and endurance

THE ISSUE:
Despite the well-documented fact that physical activity is a cornerstone of a healthy lifestyle, reports indicate that more than 50% of Americans do not get enough activity to benefit their health. Furthermore, 25% of Americans are not active in their leisure time at all. This lack of adequate physical activity contributes to a crisis of obesity and health-related consequences. As more people heed the advice of health agencies such as the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the U.S. Department of Agriculture to increase daily levels of physical activity, they encounter obstacles such as lack of energy, shortness of breath and sore muscles. Some individuals allow these obstacles to stop or deter them from pursuing their physical activity goals.

More times than not, a lack of vitality and liveliness is the primary obstacle in reaching new heights in our health and wellness. If your body is running on empty, you’re going to have a hard time finding the will to exercise and live an active life. The issue relates to more than just exercise. When you’re low on energy and vitality, it’s hard to concentrate, perform simple household chores, take care of your children or even walk to the mailbox.

THE SOLUTION: O2 Gold™
The unique blend of proteins and herbal extracts that comprise the formula for O2 Gold supplement is specially designed to support, facilitate and enhance a person’s daily physical activities.* O2 Gold supplement’s powerful ingredients work in combination to help individuals get the most from their activities by optimizing the body’s use of oxygen.* For example, O2 Gold supplement contains key adaptogens that help increase the resistance to certain types of physical, mental and chemical stress, as well as help optimize many body functions.* The eleuthero root (also known as Siberian ginseng) and golden root extracts found in O2 Gold supplement have specifically demonstrated impressive restorative properties, as well as the ability to support the body’s immune system.* More notably, these adaptogens have been shown to enhance the facilitation of oxygen transport, which increases the capacity for physical exertion and for countering the effects of free radicals.*

In conjunction with the powerful adaptogens, other ingredients in O2 Gold supplement are involved in the regeneration of adenosine triphosphate (ATP).* Muscle activity is fueled in part by ATP. When the body’s reserve of ATP is depleted, it loses energy and strength. Inosine appears to work by making ATP last longer, thereby providing a safe and effective way to enable the body to utilize oxygen more efficiently.* The result is greater strength, energy, stamina and lean body mass.* The enzyme hydrolyzed whey proteins in O2 Gold supplement provide the rich source of amino acids and protein that the muscles require for growth and strength.* Enzyme-hydrolyzed whey proteins have had their molecular chains partially disassembled by enzyme actions as a part of the manufacturing process prior to use as an ingredient. This added manufacturing step greatly facilitates digestion of the whey proteins after consumption, speeding up their availability to the body’s metabolic processes and thus speeding the positive results of O2 Gold supplement.*

With its unparalleled formulation, O2 Gold supplement is an excellent solution for greater energy, endurance and vitality whether you’re a marathon runner, a busy parent or both.* Serious athletes will notice the differences that O2 Gold supplement brings to their regimen, and casual users will notice the refreshing lift to their energy and liveliness.* Most importantly, O2 Gold supplement helps you maximize oxygen usage in your body so that you can feel better and perform better.*

Directions For Use:
For ages 12 and older.
Take two caplets 60 minutes before exercise or between meals. Use in conjunction with the AdvoCare Performance Elite line.

CAUTION:
This product is not intended for pregnant or nursing women.

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN:
In case of accidental overdose, seek professional assistance or contact a poison control center immediately.

Key Ingredients:
Inosine, moomiyo, eleuthero root, golden root, enzyme hydrolyzed whey peptides

* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Spark Energy Drink
Our Price: $46.56

KEY BENEFITS:

   * Enhances mental energy and focus*
   * Provides support for long-lasting energy*
   * Helps fight occasional drowsiness*
   * 21 vitamins, minerals and nutrients
   * Sugar-free and only 45 calories
   * Helps reduce free radicals*

IS THIS YOU?

   * Someone who has trouble waking up or feels "energy slumps" throughout the day
   * Someone who can’t work up enough energy to live life the way you want
   * Someone who is looking for a more nutritious alternative to coffee, soda or other energy drinks

THE ISSUE:
In today’s fast-paced environment, it doesn’t take much to cause your body and your mind to simply run out of steam. When you’re low on energy, usually every facet of your life suffers to some degree. Low-energy levels are often precursors to poor weight management, increased mental and physical stress, and much more. Most of us don’t eat like we should or exercise enough – many times because we are too tired at the end of the day to dedicate 30 minutes or more to exercise. Furthermore, we often look to popular choices like soda and coffee drinks as a quick source of energy, though they are often high in sugar and calories. And even though they might provide the quick bolt of energy we’re looking for, it disappears just as quickly, usually lasting no more than 30 minutes. Experience shows that when you increase your energy, you’re often more likely to improve your overall health. For peak performance and vibrant health, we need sustained and focused energy. Poor diets, lack of physical activity and the demands of our everyday lifestyle can drain our energy, promote weight gain and lead to a variety of negative physical conditions. What we need is an energy drink that is quick to respond, long lasting, and not full of sugar and calories.

THE SOLUTION: AdvoCare Spark®
AdvoCare Spark Energy Drink is a unique multi-nutrient system that was developed as a nutritional source of energy and enhanced mental focus.* It’s a sugar-free drink mix that has more than 20 vitamins, minerals and nutrients that work synergistically to provide a healthy, balanced and effective source of energy that won’t overburden or overstimulate your body like other energy drinks on the market.* This amazing product serves as an all-in-one solution that gives you a quick boost of energy that lasts for hours.* With six refreshing flavors (Pink Lemonade, Grape, Mandarin Orange, Fruit Punch, Cherry and Citrus), you’re sure to find one that’s perfect for you. And the best part? Only 45 calories in each serving!

Ingredients in AdvoCare Spark Energy Drink contribute to supporting sustained energy or mental focus in several ways.*

For a quick boost of energy*: AdvoCare Spark Energy Drink contains an effective amount of caffeine to give you the quick boost you’re looking for.* Caffeine supports the processes in the central nervous system and muscles that enhance mental energy and focus in a relatively short amount of time.* The amino acid taurine helps provide the fast-acting energy you need that won’t overstimulate or overburden your body.*

For long-lasting energy*: The B vitamins that are present in each serving of AdvoCare Spark Energy Drink enhance your body’s natural ability to produce and sustain its own energy, leading to long-lasting benefits.* Since your body looks to carbohydrates, protein and fat as its primary sources of energy, it makes sense to enhance the metabolism of each for optimal energy production. B vitamins such as thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, vitamin B-12 and vitamin B-6 all specifically contribute to the conversion of the foods we eat and the calories we store for energy.

For mental focus and clarity*: The neuroactive amino acids in AdvoCare Spark Energy Drink help increase your mental focus and alertness by supporting your brain’s ability to receive and send messages to and from the nervous system.* For example, L-tyrosine an amino acid found in dietary proteins, is believed to improve mental energy and focus by serving as a precursor for specific neurotransmitters. Furthermore, the choline and GABA found in AdvoCare Spark Energy Drink are essential for nerve function, muscle control, memory and many other functions.* Together, the nutrients found in AdvoCare Spark Energy Drink provide the energy, mental focus and well-rounded nutrition that makes it the most effective energy drink on the market.*
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Ingredients/Facts AdvoCare Spark® Regular Brewed Coffee The Coca-Cola Company®
Coca-Cola® Red Bull® Rockstar® Starbucks®
Grande Mocha Frappuccino® Whip †
Serving Size One Pouch 8 fl. oz. 8 fl. oz. 12 fl. oz. 8.3 fl. oz. 8 fl. oz. 16 fl. oz.
Servings per Container 1 1 1 1 1 1
Calories 45 2 146 110 140 380
Total Fat 0 0.5g 0 0 0 15g
Saturated Fat 0 0 0 0 0 9g
Cholesterol 0 0 0 0 0 55mg
Sodium 0 5mg 50mg 200mg 40mg 240mg
Potassium 0 116mg 0 0 0 0
Total Carbohydrates 11g 0 41g 28g 31g 57g
Sugars 0 0 41g 27g 31g 47g
Protein 0 0.28g 0 0 0 6g
Vitamin A 20% 0 0 0 0 10%
Vitamin C 300% 0 0 0 0 0
Vitamin E 100% <1% 0 0 0 0
Thiamine 200% 2% 0 0 0 0
Riboflavin 200% 11% 0 0 100% 0
Niacin 300% 2% 0 100% 100% 0
Vitamin B-6 750% <1% 0 250% 100% 0
Vitamin B-12 750% 0 0 83% 100% 0
Pantothenic Acid 500% 6% 0 50% 100% 0
Zinc 20% <1% 0 0 0 0
Total Caffeine 120mg 95-150mg 35mg 80mg 80mg 115mg

† Caffeine content of specialty coffees, Journal of Analytical Toxicology, Vol. 27, October 2003.

AdvoCare Spark® excels when compared to the competition because its advanced formulation is more nutritionally well-rounded with no sugar and fewer calories, providing a healthy, effective source of energy that’s based on proven science.*

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Directions For Use:
For ages 12 and older.
Blend, shake or stir contents of one pouch into 8 fluid ounces of water or the beverage of your choice.
May consume 1 to 3 times per day, preferably between meals.

CAUTION:
Children and pregnant or nursing women should consult a healthcare professional prior to use. Not for use by persons who are sensitive to caffeine or choline.

Key Ingredients:
B-vitamin complex (thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, vitamin B-6, vitamin B-12 and pantothenic acid), taurine, L-tyrosine, choline, caffeine, GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid), citrus flavonoids, inositol

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