Virtually every physiological process the body performs is facilitated at a cellular level. In
general, for our bodies to build proper cells and support overall wellness they must perform fundamental processes.

They must be: Supported, Protected, Balanced and Nourished

Each of these processes or systems requires certain raw materials from nature, many of which are largely defi cient from our modern diets.

The good news is science now knows what they are, where to fi nd them, and how to provide them effectively.

Giving the body what it needs to promote healthy cell structure and function is critical to maintain wellnessbecause…

Cells are the building blocks of the human body:
Healthy Cells = Healthy Organs = Healthy Systems = HEALTHY BODIES

But how do you select a quality nutritional product?

Here are some questions to ask in order to determine how trustworthy a nutritional company is:
• Does the company adhere to “GMPs?”*
• What priority does the company put on R&D (Research & Development)?
• Does the company have a dedicated laboratory/research budget?
• Does the company have published studies?
• Does the company have published research on product absorption rates/effi cacy?
• Does the company have published “third-party” research on their products?
• Is the research subject to a “peer review?”
• What is their reputation within the scientifi c community?
• Does the company employ a dedicated Science Board?
• How reputable/qualifi ed are the company’s Doctors/Researchers?

Some of this information may be proprietary and therefore confi dential, but nonetheless the law
does require companies to provide information about their products. Any respectable company
should readily offer consumers information beyond what is simply on the product label.

But be wary, not all science is good science.

Look for “published,” “peer reviewed,” or “third-party” research because it is usually reviewed and
subject to an approval process by the publishing body. And obviously an unbiased third-party such as a university is more qualifi ed to objectively assess a product than the company vested in it.

Goverment agencies are making great progress at raising industry standards but…

Ultimately, your health is your responsibility.

Become an informed consumer. Put this information to good use and hold companies accountable by investigating before you buy. Only choose whole food supplements that you are supremely confi dent will meet your body’s nutritional needs and won’t in fact just create expensive urine.

For an overview of Mannatech’s quality control and science go to http://MannatechScience.org.

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