Question for Barb, , and anyone else Re: Herbalife Products

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Hi Barb, , and anyone else who can help.

I have searched the archives and found 5 posts on the Herbalife topic. I wanted

to know if anyone has heard anything lately regarding these products?

Today I am writing as a concerned coach. Cold Fusion the new 'hot' dieting trend

in Duluth. There are several stores scattered all over town. The cocktail they

offer is a shot of aloe vera, about 16 oz of green tea, then a smoothie with the

Herbalife Nutrition Powder in it. All of this is for $5. They have grabbed the

attention of a lot of the athletes at the University of Minnesota Duluth,

including some of my soccer and hockey athletes.

I know these products are not regulated, and may contain substances in very

toxic levels. I know that whatever they write on the jar does not necessarily

mean it is, or isn't in there. I am trying to compile some research studies and

credible information to present to my athletes. Athletes take these shakes

because it is convenient, and because the protein powder gives them an easy dose

of protein to help rebuild muscle. However, I do not believe in this pyramid

scheme and I am trying to teach them there are natural and more healthy ways to

get their nutrition that are inexpensive. Plus, I do not want that 'crap'

building up in their bodies when everyday they already need to deal with enough

toxicity and acidity from training.

Would you happen to have any further studies or information to support the

toxicity of Herbalife besides those in the archives? Have you heard anything

else from your colleagues?

Thank you to anyone who can help,

nne

nne

Duluth, Minnesota

UC 2002, PSC 2008