Keeping Our Families Healthy
All Winter Long
BARBARA LAGONI
INCIDENCE OF
COLDS/RESPIRATORY INFECTIONS
Average U.S. adult has 2 to 4 colds/year
Average U.S. child has 6 to 10/year
Up to 12/year for school age kids
Average duration is 1 week (up to 3 weeks)
Caused by 200 different viruses
THE NATURAL APPROACH
Learn how to keep our
immune systems
healthy naturally
ONLY ONE DISEASE…
MALFUNCTIONING CELLS
Two Causes of Cells to Malfunction…
 Exposure to toxins
 Lack of nutrients
Together,
they weaken the immune system.
Never Be Sick Again
Raymond Francis
WHAT WEAKENS THE IMMUNE SYSTEM
 Stress
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Emotional
Physical (including extreme exercise)
 Exposure
 Poor
to toxins
diet
 Lack of rest
 Aging
 Sugar/Alcohol
SUGAR CONSUMPTION
1900 – 10 pounds
(per capita/year)
1985 – 124 pounds/year
2000 – 160 pounds/year
DANGERS OF SUGAR
Immune Dysfunction
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“The anti-nutrient” depletes vitamins and minerals
essential for the immune system
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B vitamins, antioxidants, iron, and zinc
Displaces natural nutritious foods
such as fruits and vegetables
 such as water or milk (with soft drinks - high fructose corn syrup)
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Slows white blood cells
Feeds Candida yeast (80% of immune system in
gut)
MORE DANGERS OF SUGAR
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Damaging Affects on the Brain
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Creates blood sugar swings
(resulting in fatigue, poor focus, poor
attention span, irritability, and mood swings)
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Depletes essential nutrients for the brain
(B vitamins, zinc)
MORE DANGERS OF SUGAR
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Sugar Feeds Candida Yeast
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Candida produces toxins
Symptoms of Candida
 Brain
– anxiety, depression, headache, irritability, mood
swings, poor memory, poor mental focus, dizziness
 Digestive – diarrhea, bloating, gas, irritable bowel, bad
breath, heartburn, food allergies, constipation, belching,
abdominal pain, mucous in stools, and cravings for
sweets, bread and alcohol
MORE CANDIDA SYMPTOMS
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Weakened Immune System – frequent infections
(especially ears, tonsils), sinus congestion, chronic cough, pain
or tightness in chest, environmental sensitivities (mold),
asthma-like symptoms

Reproductive – endometriosis, uterine fibroids, cervical
dysplasia, PMS premenstrual syndrome, infertility, loss of
libido, prostatitis, impotence, pelvic pain, vaginal discharge and
itching
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Other – acne, skin disorders, white coated tongue, athlete’s
foot, canker sores, nail fungus, burning tongue, spots in front of
eyes, rash or blisters in mouth, fatigue, joint pain, muscle
weakness, blurred vision
MORE DANGERS OF SUGAR
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Aggravates Inflammation
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Sugar causes the body to be more acidic (along
with meat and dairy)
Vegetables cause the body to be alkaline
Inflammatory conditions include heart disease,
arthritis, all “itises”, cancer, eczema, asthma, etc
The more insulin produced ...
…
The more inflammation
MORE DANGERS OF SUGAR
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High insulin levels cause cancer cells to grow.
At least 4 or 5 types of cancer have been linked
to high insulin levels
(Steve Chaney PhD and cancer researcher)
Dental decay
 Diabetes
 Excessive weight gain
 Osteoporosis (body pulls calcium from bones to
make blood more alkaline)
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MORE DANGERS OF SUGAR
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Free Radical Damage
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Increased from high insulin
Damage to Digestive Tract
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Reduces production of digestive enzymes
Leads to allergies and immune issues
WHITE FLOUR ... SUGAR’S COUSIN
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Refined carbohydrates… including breads
and baked goods, chips, crackers, and
snacks … all cause high insulin levels and
blood sugar surges.
HOW TO STOP THE CRAVINGS
Obesity – not a will power issue.
Cravings are … a metabolic imbalance that
causes blood sugar to plummet
– Cinch Plan or Energizing Soy Protein
– B Complex
– Glucose Regulation Complex
– Vita Lea
WHAT STRENGTHENS THE IMMUNE SYSTEM?
Avoiding sugar and baked goods
 Diet rich in vegetables, fruits, legumes,
whole grains, low fat protein
 Water/Hydration
 Exercise regularly
 Reduce toxic exposure
 Adequate rest … 8 hrs/day (10 hrs/day kids)
 Nutritional supplements essential for the
immune system
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VITALIZER
OPTIFLORA PROBIOTIC SYSTEM
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Restores beneficial micro-organisms to
lower intestines
–
lost from antibiotics, diarrhea, chemotherapy, steroids, and
other medications
Keeps undesirable bacteria and yeasts in check
 Strengthens the immune system
 Triple encapsulation
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protects acidophilus, bifidus, and other probiotics from stomach acids
UNIQUE, PATENTED “TRIPLE ENCAPSULATION”
TECHNOLOGY PROTECTS “LIVE” MICROFLORA
“Live” microflora
Water and oxygen barrier
Stomach acid protection
Only Shaklee has it!
OPTIFLORA™ completely survives stomach acid.
Microflora are then released in the intestine.
WHO BENEFITS FROM OPTIFLORA
flatulence
bloating
constipation
candida yeast issues
allergies/sinus
antibiotics
bottle-fed babies
irritable bowel syndrome
abdominal cramps
diarrhea
digestive disorders
colitis
acid reflux
steroid medications
low fiber/poor diets
ear infections
Nutrition and You
Vita Books
SUSTAINED RELEASE VITA C 500

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First sustained-release vitamin C to use all natural
plant gums and waxes… slowly releasing the whole
vitamin C complex over 5 hours.
The role of Vitamin C
 Antioxidant
 Natural antihistamine
 Builds connective tissue (tendons, ligaments, skin)
 Reduces risk of cataracts
 Helps reduce allergy symptoms
 Helps reduce risk of cancer
 Used in prevention and treatment of colds
WHO BENEFITS FROM VITAMIN C
stress
bleeding gums
varicose veins
chronic infection
asthma
prickly heat
anemia
weakened immune system
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bruise easily
nose bleeds
spider veins
allergies
frequent colds/flu
swollen glands
colon polyps
slow healing wounds
SHAKLEE VITAMIN D STUDY …
JOURNAL OF LIPIDOLOGY,
MOST PROMINENT SCIENTIFIC JOURNAL IN THAT FIELD
To determine dosage of Vitamin D
supplement for optimal blood level (50 dl)
 1000 to 2000 iu recommended
 As a result, Vitamin D was raised in all Vita
Lea products at no additional charge.

Infant Vita Lea 400 iu
Incredivites
600 iu
Vita Lea w/ and w/o iron 800 iu
Vita Lea Gold 1000 iu
Vitalizer
1000-1200 iu
BENEFITS OF VITAMIN D
Essential for strong bones (with calcium and minerals)
 Essential for strong immune system
 Helps regulate cell growth and differentiation
 May reduce risk of cancer studies show:

breast
50%
colorectal cancer 55%
prostate cancer 55%
MORE VITAMIN D BENEFITS
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May reduce cardiovascular risks
 hypertension,
obesity, and diabetes
Helps blood vessels relax & improves blood flow
 Lower risks for stroke & congestive heart failure
 Improved cognitive function

 Vitamin
D receptors in the brain
Improves health of myelin sheath and nerves
 Helps maintain health of ovaries, uterus, lungs,
esophagus, stomach, bladder, kidney, pancreas
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CAROTOMAX
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Six extremely potent fat-soluble carotenoids
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lycopene, lutein, zeaxanthin, alpha & beta carotene, astaxanthin
Support health of eyes, prostate, immune system,
heart, lungs, and cervix (higher fat contents)
For people who don’t eat 5 to 9 servings of fruits and
vegetables a day
Benefits:
macular degeneration
cervical dysplasia
family history of cancer
detoxifies liver
NUTRIFERON
Powerful
breakthrough in
immune system science
Naturally
boosts interferon
production*
Created
by the discoverer
of interferon
*This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
NUTRIFERON

4 plant extracts
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(pumpkin seeds, plantago seeds, safflower seeds, and
Japanese honeysuckle) thus completely safe and natural
Developed by the immunologist who helped discover
interferon
(key component of immune response)
Increases interferon production
 4 human clinical trials ( Hepatitis C )
 Increases effectiveness of macrophages
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(white blood cells that act like “pac men” gobbling up
viruses, bacteria, cancer cells, and other “invaders”)
CORNELL NUTRIFERON STUDY
NUTRIFERON…
…Activates genes causing
Natural Killer Cell:

Activation

Proliferation

Signaling
NUTRIFERON STUDY –
CORNELL WEILL MEDICAL SCHOOL

Phase 1 – Dr Ann Moscona, top virologist in U.S.,
developed an entire new technique –
Human Airway Epithelial Model to study
viruses without having to test on animals.

Phase 2 – Using that model, the study showed
NutriFeron increased Natural Killer Cells
which target viruses and tumor cells.
WHO WOULD BENEFIT FROM NUTRIFERON
Compromised immunity
 Colds and flu
 Allergies
 Asthma
 Hepatitis C
 Surgery
 Cancer
 Chemotherapy
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SHAKLEE DEFEND & RESIST
Echinacea, larch tree, elderberry extracts
 Take at the onset of infection for 7 days
 Boosts production/activity of white blood cells
 Standardized extracts to ensure potency and
effectiveness
 Can be chewed, swallowed, made into tea
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PREMIUM GARLIC COMPLEX
Potency of fresh raw garlic without the odor
 Patented ShakleeGuard ensures
quality and freshness
 Odor-controlled from:
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Gentle low temperature drying process
Spearmint and rosemary extract
Formulated to release allicin (active ingredient) lower in
intestinal tract
BENEFITS OF GARLIC

Immune Benefits
Anti-inflammatory
Anti-viral
Anti-bacterial
Anti-fungal
Kills intestinal parasites
Protects from radiation
Increase white blood cells
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Cardio Benefits
Lower cholesterol
Raises HDL (good cholesterol)
Helps lower triglycerides
Increases fluidity of blood
Neutralizes free radicals
Helps lower blood pressure
Blood cleanser; traps metals
• Other – lowers blood glucose in diabetics
FLAVOMAX
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Contains all 6 classes of the highly potent water-soluble
flavonoid antioxidants (from seeds, peels, flowers, and bark)
Protects areas where blood is concentrated
(liver, heart and cardiovascular, intestines, immune system, lungs)
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Benefits:
anti-inflammatory
anti-cancer
inhibits tumor formation
anti-viral
natural antibiotic
keeps blood vessels elastic
inhibits plaque formation
allergies, asthma, sinusitis
eczema, psoriasis
gout
herpes
sore throat, colds, flu
prostatitis
cataracts
protects against oxidation of LDL cholesterol
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ZINC
wound healing
prostate health
detoxify liver from alcohol
lowers premature delivery risk
lost in perspiration
loss of taste, smell, appetite
acne
nerve damage
protects eyes
anorexia
pregnancy and lactation
colds and flu
white spots on fingernails
delayed sexual maturity
fertility problems
cataracts
CHILDREN’S SUPPLEMENTS
 Incredivites
 Chewable
C
 Optiflora
 Alfalfa
 NutriFeron
 Defend
and Resist Echinacea
FAMILY WINTER WELLNESS PROGRAM
For the Adults:
For the Kids:
Vitalizer
NutriFeron
Breakfast Cinch Shake
Incredivites/Infant Vita Lea
Chewable C
Protein shake
(Energizing Soy Smoothie,
Mealshakes, or Cinch)
Optiflora
Keep handy when needed:
Defend and Resist (Echinacea plus)
Shaklee Premium Garlic
MEDICAL EXPERTS SAY…
“In the coming decades,
the most important determinants of
health and longevity
will be the personal choices
made by each individual.”
The Journal of the American Medical Association