USANA Health Sciences offers the highest quality products you can find anywhere. To guarantee their quality, USANA products are manufactured under rigorous conditions, and each product goes through four major areas of testing: Purity, Identity, Composition, and Strength. This ensures that you can be confident in USANA’s products, and that what’s on the label is in the product.

The quality control process is unique for each product and each raw material. USANA’s Research and Development team custom designs the testing necessary for each individual product and ingredients. Hepasil DTX is just one of USANA’s many high-quality products. Below you will find some of what goes into guaranteeing the quality of this product.

Hepasil DTX Testing for Purity, Identity, Composition, and Strength

Item Tested Purity Identity Composition Strength Strength Dosage Third-Party Validated
Hepasil DTX Tablet ✅ ✅ ✅ ✅ ✅ ✅
Biotin ✅ ✅ ✅ ✅ 75 µg ✅
Choline ✅ ✅ ✅ ✅ 51.3 mg ✅
Milk Thistle Extract ✅ ✅ ✅ ✅ 80 mg ✅
L-Cystine ✅ ✅ ✅ ✅ 75 mg ✅
Alpha-Lipoic Acid ✅ ✅ ✅ ✅ 67 mg ✅
Broccoli Concentrate ✅ ✅ ✅ ✅ 25 mg ✅
Inositol ✅ ✅ ✅ ✅ 25 mg ✅
Green Tea Extract ✅ ✅ ✅ ✅ 15 mg ✅
Olivol ✅ ✅ ✅ ✅ 15 mg ✅
Meriva Curcumin ✅ ✅ ✅ ✅ 1.33 mg ✅

Purity

Supplements are designed to nourish your body and support your health, not harm it. Just how food can become contaminated without proper food safety, ingredients in your supplement can be contaminated too. Potential contamination becomes especially critical in supplement raw materials. That’s because extraction and concentration of beneficial components can concentrate the harmful ones too.

Testing of raw ingredients and the finished product is essential to make sure that you won’t be harmed by biological contaminants, heavy metals, pesticides, and other forms of contamination.

Hepasil DTX Biological Contamination Testing Specifications

Total plate count: ≤ 3000 CFU/gram (10,000 CFU/gram milk thistle)

Escherichia coli: Absent in 10 g sample

Salmonella species: Absent in 10 g sample

Staphylococcus aureus: Absent in 10 g sample

Total molds and yeast: ≤ 300 CFU/gram

Hepasil DTX Chemical Contamination Testing Specifications

Lead: ≤ 1.71 ppm

Arsenic: ≤ 5.15 ppm

Mercury: ≤ 5.15 ppm

Cadmium: ≤ 1.71 ppm

Solvents Tested: Acetonitrile, Benzene, Carbon tetrachloride, Chlorobenzene, Chloroform, Cumene, Cyclohexane, 1,2-Dichloroethane, 1,1-Dichloroethene, 1,2-Dichloroethene, 1,2-Dimethoxyethane, N,N-Dimethylacetamide, N,N-Dimethylformamide, 1,4-Dioxane, 2-Ethoxyethanol, Ethylene glycol, Formamide, Hexane, Methanol, 2-Methoxyethanol, Methylbutylketone, Methylcyclohexane, Methylene chloride, Methylisobutylketone, N-Methylpyrrolidone, Nitromethane, Pyridine, Sulfolane, 1,1,1-Trichloroethane

Residual Solvents Test Specifications: Tested to conform with USP standards for each individual solvent.

Pesticides Tested: Acephate/Orthene, Alachlor, Alachlor, Aldrin, Azinphos ethyl, Azinphos methyl/Gluthion, BHC Total, BHC Alpha, BHC Beta, BHC, delta, BHC gamma/Lindane, Bromophos ethyl, Bromophos methyl, Bromopropylate/Acarol, Chlordane (total), Chlordane alpha, Chlordane gamma, Chlordane Oxy, Chlorfenvinphos, Chlorpyrifos/Dursban, Chlorpyrifos Methyl, Chlorthal-Dimethyl/Dacthal, Cyfluthrin (Sum), Cyhalothrin Lambda, Cypermethrin (sum of isomers), DDD-2,4’/DDD-o,p’, DDD-4,4’/DDD-p,p’, DDE-2,4’/DDE-o,p’, DDE-4,4’/DDE-p,p’, DDT, Total, DDT-2,4’/DDT-o,p’, DDT-4,4’/DDT-p,p’, Deltamethrin, Diazinon, Dichlofluanid, Dichlorvos/DDVP, Dicofol-o,p’, Dieldrin, Dimethoate/Cygon, Dithiocarbamates (CS2), Endosulfan (total), Endosulfan I, Endosulfan II, Endosulfan sulfate, Endrin aldehyde, Ethion, Endrin ketone, Ethion, Etrimfos/Etrimophos, Fenchlorphos/Ronnel, Fenchlorphos-oxon, Fenitrothion, Fenpropathrin, Fensulfothion (Sum), Fensulfothion-oxon, Fensulfothion-oxon sulfone, Fensulfothion-sulfone, Fenthion/Baytex, Fenthion sulfone, Fenthion sulfoxide, Fenthion-oxon, Fenthion-oxon sulfone, Fenthion-oxon sulfoxide, Fenvalerate/Sanmarton, Ferbam, Flucythrinate, Fluvalinate, tau, Fonofos/Dyfonate, Heptachlor, Heptachlor epoxide, Heptachlor epoxide A, Heptachlor epoxide B, Hexachlorobenzene/HCB, Malaoxon/Malathion OA, Malathion, Mancozeb, Maneb, Mecarbam, Methacrifos, Methamidophos, Methidathion/Supracide, Methoxychlor, Mirex, Monocrotophos/Azodrin, N-Desethyl-Pirimiphos-methyl, Nabam, Omethoate, Parathion, Parathion Methyl/Methyl Parathion, Parathion Methyl Oxon, Parathion Oxon/Paraoxon, Pendimethalin/Prowl, Pentachloroaniline, Pentachloroanisol/PCA, Pentachloronitrobenzene/PCNB/Quintozene, Pentachlorothioanisole/Methyl pentachlorophenyl sulfide/MPCPS, Permethrin/Pounce, Permethrin, cis, Permethrin, trans, Phosalone/Zolone, Phosmet/Imidan, Piperonyl Butoxide, Pirimiphos ethyl, Pirimiphos methyl ,Procymidone, Profenophos/Curacron, Propineb, Prothiofos/Tokuthion, Pyrethrin/Pyrethrum, Pyrethrin I, Pyrethrin II, Quinalphos, Thiram, Zineb/Metiram, Ziram

Pesticides Test Specifications: Tested to conform with USP standards for each individual pesticide.

Identity

Identifying the beneficial components of the finished good and each raw material is the next step of the quality control process.

Following manufacturing, every batch is reviewed and approved to meet good manufacturing practices and product specifications for each raw material and the finished good. The identity for each raw material within the product must meet the identity specified on the product label.

For raw materials, each batch of raw material is sampled, inspected, and analytically tested. They’re tested to ensure that the raw material contains the desired nutrients in the right form and concentration.

Each raw material has its own specific testing procedure and method. An overview of the test method and a sample method for Meriva Curcumin can be found below.

Ingredient Test Method
Biotin LCMS
Choline LCMS
Milk Thistle Extract HPTLC and HPLC
L-Cystine HPLC and FTIR
Alpha-Lipoic Acid HPLC
Broccoli Concentrate FTIR
Inositol LCMS
Green Tea Extract HPTLC
Olivol HPTLC
Meriva Curcumin HPLC

LCMS = Liquid Chromatography Mass Spectroscopy

HPTLC = High Performance Thin Layer Chromatography

HPLC = High Pressure Liquid Chromatography

FTIR = Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy

Test Methodology Example: Meriva Curcumin

  1. Prepare 0.03% formic acid
  2. Prepare solvent solution MeOH:DMSO (75%:25%)
  3. Prepare HPLC
    1. Install HPLC column
    2. Purge with formic acid
    3. Turn on detector and start flow with 65% formic acid and 35% methanol.
  4. Prepare standard sample by mixing reference curcumin and solvent (from step 2)
  5. Prepare raw material sample by mixing sample curcumin with solvent (from step 2)
  6. Load vials into HPLC sampler and start run. Total run time is 12.3 minutes.
  7. Collect data and calculate results.

Example HPLC Output

Composition

Each ingredient has its own composition that is tested and verified by USANA before it can be used in manufacturing. For example, milk thistle has a huge number of different components in the plant, and those could be found in a variety of different proportions within a raw material. Silymarin is the primary component of interest by USANA scientists when they designed this product. So, the milk thistle used in Hepasil DTX is verified to have a composition of 80% silymarin.

The milk thistle extract is also reviewed for other beneficial components, source location, and potential allergens. A similar analysis is performed for every raw material used in Hepasil DTX.

Tablet composition is important to make sure that your body can digest the tablet, and that individual nutrients reach and benefit your cells. This starts with the research and development process, where the product is formulated. The active ingredients aren’t the only important part of a tablet. Additional ingredients must be added to make everything form into a solid and durable tablet, but also one that can be easily broken down in the body.

After the right combination of ingredients is determined, the tablet can finally go into production. Every finished batch of product is analyzed and tested for weight, thickness, disintegration, friability (tendency to break), and hardness.

Hepasil DTX Composition

Appearance: Hepasil DTX is a coated Bi-Layer tablet. One layer is white to off white; the other layer is tan to beige. Some color variation is normal.

Weight: 980 mg

Thickness: 6.6 mm

Disintegration: 100% disintegration in ≤ 20 minutes

Strength

Finally, finished products are tested to have the strength and potency guaranteed on the labels—one of the main reasons why people trust their health to USANA. This requires repeating many of the purity tests from the individual tests from the identification step above. Adjustments are made to the methods as needed, due to differences between a finished good and raw materials.

Stability testing is also performed to guarantee the potency of the product throughout shelf-life.

Long-Term Product Stability

Vitamins, plant compounds, and other nutrients can oxidize and degrade over time. Over time, this can result in the level of these nutrients being lower than the amount listed on the level. However, a properly formulated product helps to counteract this risk and guarantee the viability of the product throughout its shelf-life. This includes meeting at least 100% label claim throughout shelf-life.

Long-term stability testing is necessary to test product formulation. This ensures that there are no significant physical, chemical, or microbiological changes to the Hepasil DTX Bi-Layer tablet that would negatively impact its beneficial properties for the consumer.

Stability studies are conducted on Hepasil DTX following guidelines set forth by the U.S. FDA, Canada NHPD, Australia’s TGA, and the ICH. The product is tested for potency and purity at the date of manufacture, then samples are placed in a controlled test environment. The test environment is maintained at 25 ± 2 °C and 60 ± 5% relative humidity throughout the shelf-life of the product (24 months from the date of manufacture).

Samples are pulled from the stability batch at 12 and 24 months. Potency of the active ingredients is tested at both of these intervals, and the 24-month sample is tested for biological contamination.

Government and Third-Party Validation

A tremendous amount of research goes into formulating, manufacturing, and testing each USANA product. You don’t have to take our word for it though. USANA facilities and manufacturing processes are regularly audited by outside organizations, finished products have a variety of certifications, and products are studied in collaboration with research organizations around the world.

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Nutrition is the key to health and wellness. A strong nutritional foundation:

  • Ensures basic dietary requirements are met
  • Builds up stores of important vitamins and minerals
  • Supports the immune system
  • Maintains brain health and cognitive function
  • Helps preserve heart and lung health
  • Supports the body’s defenses from free radicals and oxidative stress
  • Helps your body thrive, not just survive

Quality nutrition is one of the best ways to support long-term health. That’s exactly why Ask the Scientists was created. Ask the Scientists was created by a team of scientists from USANA Health Sciences to help extend the company’s core mission beyond the confines of a supplement bottle. We aim to improve quality of life. And we believe health and nutrition education are vital for those who want to achieve optimal wellness. In this guide, we give you the tools you need to make informed decisions that resonate with your personal health goals.

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1. The Impact of Diet on Health

When you hear the word, “diet”, you might think of calorie-restrictions and the eating fads of past years. But in the world of nutrition, your diet is simply the sum of food that you consume.

Your diet has a profound impact on your physical, mental, and even emotional well-being. The choices you make about the foods you eat significantly affect your health. These choices affect:

  • the nutrients your body receives
  • the energy levels you have
  • your weight
  • the health and function of each of your body systems
  • long-term health and aging

Unlike fad diets, a healthy eating pattern should feel natural, like something you can enjoy long-term. Consuming a healthy diet is associated with maintaining the health of virtually every part of your body. But the impact of your diet extends beyond just physical health. When you have healthy eating patterns, your relationship with food is positive, your brain functions optimally, and you feel emotionally and mentally capable of handling your day.

So what does a healthy diet look like? Dive into this series of articles to learn about various science-based eating patterns and their impacts on health.

2. The Human Body

The human body is one of the most complex organisms on the planet. It’s made up of billions of microscopic parts, all organized into cells, tissues, organs, and body systems that work together seamlessly for the benefit of the human organism.

Though you’re likely studying this series to improve your nutrition, learning about the human body will benefit many aspects of your life. The knowledge you gain from this module will help you:

  • Make healthier choices
  • Take appropriate action to maintain your health
  • Understand news and scientific developments about nutrition, supplements, and medications
  • Be a better parent, caregiver, spouse, or friend
  • A better understanding of life on earth

The cell is the basic building block of the body. We’ll start with some background about the different types of cells that make up the body. Then we’ll study each of the body systems to understand their role in the health and function of the body.

3. Nutrients

The food we eat is like fuel for the body. It contains various nutrients that are essential for life. Without these nutrients from your diet, your body can’t perform the basic functions that keep you going.

Nutrients provide energy, contribute to proteins and body structures, and regulate many biochemical processes. Nutrients can be divided into two broad categories:

Macronutrients

These nutrients make up most of our dietary intake because the body needs them in large quantities. The three types of macronutrients are fats (lipids), carbohydrates, and proteins. One of the main functions of macronutrients is energy production. Carbohydrates are the most efficient energy source, but any of the macronutrients can be converted into energy by the body when needed.

Water is also considered a macronutrient because you need so much of it, but it doesn’t have any calories or provide energy in the way the other macronutrients do.

Micronutrients

Micronutrients are essential for carrying out various bodily functions, but you need them in much smaller amounts compared to the macronutrients. The two classes of micronutrients are vitamins and minerals. While these essential nutrients aren’t a direct energy source in the way macronutrients are, their role as cofactors, enzymes, and catalysts of biochemical processes in the cell makes them just as essential to energy production and life overall.

4. Calories, Energy, and Healthy Weight

Calories are the units of energy derived from the food (macronutrients) we consume. This module explores the principles of thermodynamics, the laws about how energy is utilized, stored, and expended, in the context of the human body.

Discover the relationship between your diet and the metabolic processes in the body that transform your food into energy. This knowledge will help you approach weight management, your diet, and your overall health in an effective, scientific way.

5. Supplements

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The conventional wisdom for nutrition is to eat a balanced diet with plenty of vegetables, fruits, healthy fats, and complex carbohydrates. Sounds simple enough, right? The reality however, tells a different story.

In North America, french fries are the top source of vegetables consumed. Fast food and junk food is becoming commonplace, not just in the west, but in countries across the globe. Despite our modern, technological society, various nutritional deficiencies persist in every corner of the world.

In nations where recommended dietary amounts of nutrients are established (RDA), they typically indicate the minimum amounts of nutrients necessary for survival, not the amounts needed for optimal health and wellness.

USANA understands that people don’t eat a perfect diet every single day. We’re only human after all. That’s where supplements come in. When you take a high-quality multivitamin, you’re giving yourself nutritional insurance that can fill any gaps in your day to day eating patterns. On top of providing a strong nutritional base, supplements can support your health in a variety of specific ways.

Explore the scientific research behind nutritional supplements here:

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It’s not just glucose, though. Chromium also takes part in metabolizing proteins, fats, and carbohydrates. So, it helps turn the macronutrients of your diet into useful cellular energy.

Electrolytes to Help Keep You Hydrated

In addition to nerve transmission and muscle contraction, sodium and potassium also play a vital role in keeping you hydrated. These key electrolytes help balance the amount of water inside and outside each of your cells.

When you sweat, you aren’t losing just water, you also lose sodium and some potassium. Too little of these minerals can affect your body’s ability to retain water and lead dehydration.

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Support Energy and Physical Performance with Ginseng and Taurine

Both ginseng and taurine have established themselves as popular ingredients in energy supplements and foods. Ginseng can be traced back hundreds of years as a popular herb used in traditional Chinese medicine to help strengthen and revitalize the body’s qi. More broadly it has been shown to support physical and mental energy levels, support cognitive function, help the body cope with stress, and is an antioxidant.

Taurine has more modern origins. It’s synthesized in the body and consumed in the diet in small amounts, but taurine in foods has only become popular in the last few decades. When combined with caffeine, as found in USANA Revolve Fizzy Energy Drink,  it’s been shown to support athletic performance.

Key Ingredients

Caffeine (from Green Tea)

Sodium

Potassium

B Vitamins

Chromium (as Chromium Polynicotinate)

Korean Ginseng

Taurine

Nutrition Facts

Directions

Add one (1) stick pack to 8 fl. oz. (235 mL) of water, stir, and enjoy.

Ideal For

Adults looking to support their body’s natural energy cycle.

FAQs

No. They are fully neutralized from the citric acid included in the formula.

Korean ginseng is known for its stimulating effects and is often used to support physical and mental performance. American ginseng is known for its calming effects and is often used to help manage stress, and support sleep.

Revolve Fizzy Energy Drink does not have any added colors. The green color of the product is naturally occurring, primarily coming from Korean ginseng and riboflavin.

 

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Moisture is the key to glowing skin. Moisturized skin stays flexible and helps your skin appear plump and youthful. Microbiome-friendly postbiotics help your skin hold that moisture in. That’s why Lactobacillus ferment is a key ingredient in Postbiotic Barrier Balm.

Lactobacillus Ferment

When probiotics first appeared in supplements, Lactobacilli received considerable attention for its live strain benefits. New research now points to the benefits of the metabolites Lactobacilli produces during fermentation. In fact, some scientists described Lactobacilli as a biochemical factory that produces many beneficial molecules—like the makeup of Lactobacillus ferment.

Lactobacillus ferment has many postbiotic benefits for dry skin:

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Noteworthy Ingredients

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Celavive Postbiotic Barrier Balm Ingredients

  • Lactobacillus Ferment
  • Borage Oil
  • Cupucau Butter
  • 5 Ceramide
  • Olivol Botanical Blend

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Usage

Use morning and night to protect the skin’s moisture barrier. Apply daily to a clean face and neck or other dry skin. Follow with SPF for daytime use.

FAQs

Probiotics are live strains of beneficial bacteria. Postbiotics are the non-viable metabolites that probiotic bacteria produce during fermentation.

Yes. All of the Celavive products can be combines to help reduce the appearance of fine lines and other visible signs of aging.

Postbiotics, just like probiotics, do not pose any safety concerns for pregnant and lactating women. However, it is always best to talk to your medical provider before using any new products.

Yes. Feel free to use it on any dry areas.

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Proactive Energy Support with Revolve Energy Optimizer

In addition to essential nutrition, the Revolve 24hr Nutrition a.m. packet contains one Energy Optimizer tablets designed to supercharge your morning routine and help you feel your best.

Naturally sourced caffeine can help you feel alert, focused, and improve your energy levels. This common stimulant is mainly found in coffee, tea, colas, and energy drinks. It works by blocking the effects of adenosine, a neurotransmitter that makes you feel relaxed and tired. With caffeine blocking the adenosine, your brain and nervous system feel more energized.

The a.m. Energy Optimizer tablet contains about 40 mg of caffeine, comparable to about a half-cup of coffee. It’s partly how USANA Revolve revs up your mind and body for the day.

The morning packet also gives you B vitamins your cells need to convert the food you eat into energy, aiding in metabolism and energy production. Without adequate levels of B vitamins, you can’t effectively carry out biochemical processes to create energy. Consuming higher and higher doses of B vitamins won’t give you infinitely more energy, but you may feel fatigued or tired if you don’t get enough of them.

Ginseng is a plant root belonging to the genus Panax. Historically, it was used in energy-boosting tonics in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). Today, it’s also known for its ability to help the body cope with physical and mental stress, as well as improving concentration and other mental functions. Ginseng is also a strong antioxidant which may have benefits for a variety of body systems.

The Energy Optimizer tablet in the USANA Revolve 24hr Nutrition Pack is formulated with all these key ingredients to support sustained energy. You’ll start each morning with nutrition you can feel.*

Wind Down and Get Ready for Sleep with Revolve P.M. Packet

The USANA Revolve 24hr Nutrition p.m. packet contains one MagneCal D tablet and one Sleep Optimizer tablet to give you nutrients and compounds to promote sleep and calmness. Combined, they work in a few different ways.

A USANA Revolve 24hr Nutrition pack exclusive, the Sleep Optimizer tablet contains GABA (Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid)—a neurotransmitter that helps to calm the brain and body by turning off wakefulness and quieting nerve activity.

The p.m. packet also contains L-theanine, an amino acid that’s been shown to increase levels of GABA and helps promote a relaxed state in the brain.

Melatonin is a neurotransmitter that’s produced in your body to help regulate your natural sleep-wake cycle. This cycle can sometimes be disrupted by things like stress, working nights, travel, and alcohol or caffeine consumption late in the day. Supplementing melatonin can help mimic the same effects of melatonin naturally produced in the body. Taking the USANA Revolve 24hr Nutrition p.m. packet before bedtime helps melatonin levels rise, prompting you to become less alert, feel drowsy, and eventually fall asleep.

Magnesium isn’t just for bone health. It’s also important in helping to relax the muscles and brain. This vital nutrient needs to be physically present for muscles to relax after contracting. It also increases the levels of two import neurotransmitters GABA and melatonin (mentioned above).

Ashwagandha is an adaptogenic herb that has been shown to reduce stress and anxiety. It’s thought to promote sleep by helping the body adapt to stress and by reducing the production of cortisol, a stress hormone that can interfere with sleep.

Take the Revolve p.m. packet directly before bedtime to relax your muscles, reduce anxiety, and promote restful sleep.*

Here are some additional tips for prompting sleep and calmness:

  • Create a relaxing bedtime routine
  • Make sure your bedroom is dark, quiet, and cool
  • Avoid caffeine and alcohol before bed
  • Get regular exercise, but not too close to bedtime

Product Contents

A.M. Packet

  • Core Nutrition (2 tablets)
  • MagneCal D (1 tablet)
  • Energy Optimizer (1 tablet)

P.M. Packet

  • MagneCal D (1 tablet)
  • Sleep Optimizer (1 tablet)

Nutrition Facts

Usage

Take one (1) a.m. packet in the morning preferably with food. Take one (1) p.m. packet in the evening directly before bedtime. Do not consume a.m. packet after 7:00 p.m. Do not drive or operate machinery after taking melatonin in the p.m. packet.

Revolve 24hr Nutrition FAQs

No. Revolve 24hr nutrition is an alternative to CellSentials or HealthPak and should not be taken at the same time as these other products. Combining these products would result in exceeding the established Tolerable Upper Limit Level (UL) for some nutrients.

Both Revolve 24hr Nutrition and CellSentials contain a broad mix of vitamins and essential minerals. Where the products vary most, is in their content of other beneficial ingredients.

Revolve 24hr Nutrition’s other ingredients (e.g. caffeine, Korean ginseng, ashwagandha, melatonine, and GABA) are focused on helping support your natural circadian rhythms. Compared to Revolve 24hr Nutrition, CellSentials contain double the dosage of the patented USANA InCelligence Complex, additional antioxidants, and trace minerals.

Full daily dosage comparison:

Nutrient Revolve 24hr Nutrition CellSentials HealthPak
Vitamin A 2700 µg RAE 3608 µg RAE 3608 µg RAE
Vitamin C 324 mg 1000 mg 1000 mg
Vitamin D3 31 µg 50 µg 62 µg
Vitamin E 82 mg 134 mg 134 mg
Vitamin K 60 µg 480 µg 480 µg
Vitamin K2 60 µg 60 µg
Thiamine 55 mg 30 mg 30 mg
Riboflavin 45 mg 30 mg 30 mg
Niacin 36 mg NE 40 mg NE 40 mg NE
Vitamin B6 74 mg 32 mg 32 mg
Folate 1271 µg DFE 1000 µg DFE 1000 µg DFE
Vitamin B12 300 µg 200 µg 200 µg
Biotin 560 µg 300 µg 300 µg
Pantothenic Acid 55 mg 90 mg 90 mg
Choline 18 mg 102 mg 102 mg
Calcium 288 mg 226 mg 476 mg
Iron 4.4 mg
Iodine 150 µg 500 µg 500 µg
Magnesium 288 mg 226 mg 476 mg
Zinc 12 mg 20 mg 20 mg
Selenium 150 µg 200 µg 200 µg
Copper 0.99 mg 2 mg 2 mg
Manganese 3 mg 2 mg 2 mg
Chromium 50 µg 300 µg 300 µg
Molybdenum 50 µg 50 µg 50 µg
Inositol 30 mg 128 mg 128 mg
Boron 0.66 mg 3 mg 3.66 mg
Alpha Lipoic Acid 50 mg 100 mg 250 mg
Meriva Bioavailable Curcumin 36 mg 72 mg 72 mg
Green Tea Extract 35 mg 70 mg 70 mg
Quercetin Dihydrate 30 mg 60 mg 180 mg
Rutin 20 mg 40 mg 40 mg
Hesperidin 20 mg 40 mg 40 mg
Resveratrol 20 mg 40 mg 40 mg
Olivol 15 mg 30 mg 50 mg
Caffeine (Green Tea) 40 mg
Korean Ginseng 50 mg
L-Theanine 50 mg
Ashwagandha Extract 300 mg
Melatonin 2 mg
GABA 125 mg
Silicon 4 mg 8.5 mg
Vanadium 40 µg 40 µg
Ultra Trace Minerals 3 mg 3 mg
L-Cystine 160 mg 160 mg
Mixed Tocopherols 80 mg 80 mg
Coenzyme Q10 12 mg 12 mg
Lutein 600 µg 600 µg
Lycopene 1000 µg 1000 µg
Pterocarpus Marsupium 100 mg

Pure Rest and Revolve P.M. Packet each contain 2 mg of melatonin per dose. Long term, melatonin works best when taken at the lowest dose that is effective for you.

If needed one Pure Rest tablet may be taken at the same time as the Revolve P.M. Packet. When combined this would result in a total dosage of 4 mg of melatonin.

The Revolve P.M. Packet should be taken before you intend to sleep. For shift workers, this might end up being early in the morning. The Revolve A.M. Packet can then be taken after you wake up, and when you are preparing for the day.

No. Revolve 24hr Nutrition is not designed for pregnant or breastfeeding women. As an alternative, please consider USANA Prenatal CellSentials.

No. Revolve 24hr nutrition is designed for adults only.

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If you have ever considered a weight loss program, you know how daunting the idea can be. The process seems never-ending and full of big lifestyle changes. The results would surely be amazing—a transformed body, better cardio health. The list goes on. But the journey to get there might feel impossible.

The research behind weight loss tells a different story. Even when you are just getting started, you are already improving your health. Clinical improvements in several markers of cardiovascular health start as early as the first 5% of body weight lost. So, taking the first steps on your weight management journey can do wonders for your health.

And a new study suggests the USANA Active Nutrition Jumpstart Program may be able to help you start strong.

USANA Jumpstart Program Study

Scientists at the University of Memphis published a new clinical study evaluating USANA’s Active Nutrition Jumpstart Program. This one-week nutrition program includes high quality meal replacement shakes as well as select supplements that can help facilitate weight loss. The program is designed to provide adequate nutritional support during a low-calorie feeding period. You can think of the Jumpstart program as a “reset’ for your diet and a way to start practicing healthier habits.

Results of USANA Jumpstart Program Study:

  • Total of 26 participants completed the study
  • Subjects experienced weight loss and improvements in other body measurements during the study
  • There were clinically significant improvements in several internal health measures
  • Participants reported perceived improvements in their self-esteem, energy, motivation, and even physical appearance
  • The dietary program was well tolerated
  • No significant increase in hunger was reported

Study Design

Losing several pounds in the first week of a weight loss program can be extremely motivating for dieters. To support people in accomplishing their weight management goals, USANA developed the Active Nutrition Jumpstart Program. The program is composed of three meal-replacement shakes, three to four servings of fruits and vegetables, a probiotic supplement, a metabolism supplement, and two vitamin packs each day. It’s a nutrient-dense and fiber rich meal plan.

The study set out to determine the impact of the USANA Active Nutrition Jumpstart Program on weight loss and other measures of health in men and women interested in managing their weight. Twenty-six men and women participated in a seven-day clinical study. They were all instructed to continue their usual activity patterns (not increase their activity) so that the study would measure the impact of the Jumpstart program on its own. In total, participants consumed about 1000 calories per day.

The participant’s weight and body composition were measured on Day 1 and Day 8 of the study, as well as health markers like heart rate, blood pressure, and fasting levels of lipids and glucose. Their subjective moods and feelings of hunger were also documented.

Results and Conclusion

The data showed that the USANA Active Nutrition Jumpstart program resulted in weight loss and statistically significant improvements in several external body measurements and internal health measures.

Subjects reported feeling better about their physical appearance, and improvements in self-esteem, energy, and motivation. They also reported no change throughout the study in irritability, focus, hunger, endurance, and strength. Which is great considering they were on a restrictive diet.

These findings suggest that the USANA Active Nutrition Jumpstart Program, a low calorie nutrient dense and primarily liquid diet, is effective for short-term weight loss. There were positive changes in both weight and body composition. With additional benefits for internal (biochemical) measures of health. On top of those results, participants felt better emotionally and psychologically after the study. These benefits could have compound effects for people that pursue a long-term diet or weight-loss program.

We hear about cardiovascular health all the time. And for good reason. Your cardiovascular system delivers oxygen, nutrients, hormones, and more to all the cells, tissues, and organs of the body. Supporting the health of this central body system is vital for longevity.

Scientists at USANA partnered with researchers at Boston University to find out if there was a way to support cardiovascular health by protecting against oxidative stress in the blood vessels. Their hypothesis was that two powerful antioxidants, epicatechin (found in Grape Seed Extract) and Vitamin C, could support blood flow and provide antioxidant protection. In this study, the results showed that when taken together, these two ingredients did support markers of cardiovascular health.

Summary of Study Findings

  • 42 participants
  • The treatment included 450mg of Grape Seed Extract and 1500mg of Vitamin C daily for four weeks.
  • Blood samples and vascular tests were conducted two and four hours after day-1 treatment and again two and four hours after treatment on the last day.
  • Treatment significantly increased antioxidant levels, serum vitamin C, and plasma epicatechin at all time points.
  • Acute treatment helped optimize blood flow in the peripheral blood vessels (capillaries and arterials)

The scientists concluded that GSE and Vitamin C have a complementary relationship in supporting vascular health. Together, these ingredients support antioxidant protection, help maintain the function of the blood vessels, and optimize blood flow.

The design and hypothesis of this study were based on the root of cardiovascular health, according to scientific literature. Like with all the other body systems, health starts in the cell. One of the biggest threats to a healthy cell is something called oxidative stress. This kind of stress is caused by reactive molecules called free radicals, which your body produces constantly. They’re the byproducts of being alive. When the body can’t detoxify these reactive molecules quickly enough, they accumulate in the cell and cause damage. This can happen to all cells, including those that make up your blood vessels.

The Cells Behind Your Cardiovascular Health

There is a layer of cells on the inside of your blood vessels (arteries, veins, and capillaries) called the endothelium. In fact, this continuous layer of cells is one of the largest organ systems in the body.

These cells are crucial to cardiovascular health. Their job is to keep your blood vessels open (or dilated), which keeps your blood pressure normal and your heart happy. Flexible blood vessels are a critical factor in maintaining the health of the heart and the whole cardiovascular system.

To understand how the endothelial cells accomplish this, we need to zoom in even more. Down to the chemical level.

Scientists don’t know the exact mechanism behind endothelial function, but they know it’s related to Nitric Oxide (NO). If you’re familiar with the fitness industry, you’ve probably heard of NO. Pre-workout products that claim to increase blood flow and improve performance all aim to increase NO levels. NO is also produced in the body, by your endothelial cells. They activate NO to keep the blood vessels open. So, it makes sense that scientists say supporting NO production is crucial for proper endothelial function.

You might be wondering, why would NO activity slow down? Let’s circle back to oxidative stress. Research has shown that when oxidative stress builds up in the endothelial cells, it reduces the production and function of NO.

To summarize. Cardiovascular health is supported by endothelial function. Healthy endothelial cells require NO to do their job. The loss of NO can be linked to the accumulation of free radicals in the cells.

We also know that antioxidant levels determine how well your body can neutralize free radicals. This suggests that supporting the body’s antioxidant potential could be a way to support cardiovascular health.

That’s exactly what USANA scientists wanted to test. They proposed that vitamin C and grapeseed extract would support antioxidant levels in the blood, which would help maintain the health of the endothelium.

Vascular Health Study

The researchers conducted a double-blind, placebo-controlled study to see if this combination of antioxidants could help optimize markers of vascular health.

A variety of antioxidants have been studied in the past for their cardioprotective properties. But the scientists chose these two based on their cardioprotective potential.

Vitamin C (ascorbic acid)

Did you know that Vitamin C is an antioxidant? One of the most powerful in fact. Many of Vitamin C’s most well-known health benefits come from its antioxidant properties. Research also suggests that Vitamin C supports the dilation of blood vessels.

Grape Seed Extract (GSE)

The seeds of grapes contain many beneficial flavonoids, like epicatechin. This flavonoid is known for its antioxidant and cardiovascular benefits.

42 patients were involved in the study. Half the group was given the treatment (Vitamin C and GSE supplement), while the other half received the placebo. After 4 weeks, the groups switched and were given the opposite treatment for another 4 weeks.

Results

The study produced important findings. Overall, the researchers concluded that this specific combination of GSE and Vitamin C helped support antioxidant levels and endothelial function. Specifically, it supported the function of the endothelium in the smaller blood vessels (capillaries and arterials).

They also found that antioxidant reserves in the body increased with the treatment. Vitamin C and epicatechin levels in the bloodstream also increased following treatment.

Altogether, the results suggest that GSE and Vitamin C complement each other in supporting markers of cardiovascular health.

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Peak physical health isn’t possible without a good digestive system. And good digestive well-being begins with a healthy gut. It requires a diverse combination of bacteria, that includes plenty of beneficial species.

Eating enough dietary fiber is one way to sustain digestive health and support your microbial community. The two main types are insoluble and soluble fiber.

Soluble fibers mix well with water and take on a gel-like consistency that smoothly moves through your gut. Soluble fiber helps slow digestion and supports detoxification by helping your body remove impurities. Foods rich in soluble fiber also may aid in maintenance of normal blood lipid and glucose levels already in a normal range.

Insoluble fiber adds weight and bulk to food. It helps the food move through the digestive tract more efficiently, so you can digest comfortably and with regularity.

Unfortunately, 9 out of 10 adults fall short of the recommended 25-35 grams of fiber daily.

The average adult only eats about 16 grams of dietary fiber a day. Well short of the recommended 25 to 35 grams per day. It’s hard for your digestive system to operate at full strength with only half the fiber it needs every day.

The basic characteristics of fiber go a long way in explaining its documented health benefits. But recent research has shown that fiber’s actions are not limited to classic functions of soluble and insoluble fiber.

Certain types of fiber also have a beneficial effect on your microbiome. They can support the growth and maintenance of beneficial microbes like bifidobacteria. These bacteria provide health benefits beyond supporting digestion.

Fibergy Active Study

In a recent clinical study, USANA scientists aimed to determine if a prebiotic fiber food (Fibergy Active) would have a measurable impact on gut microbial health. The study measured the impact of the fiber product on the subject’s microbial community, it’s effect on metabolic health, and general markers of health.

Summary of USANA Fibergy Active Study:

  • Fibergy Active had a meaningful effect on the gut environment in generally healthy adults with diets habitually low in dietary fiber intake. This is valid to the general population since most people don’t consume enough fiber.
  • Eating Fibergy Active supported the growth of beneficial Bifidobacteria (known as a bifidogenic effect).
    • Bifidobacteria support gut health through the digestion of fibers, production of short-chain fatty acids (SCFA), and synthesis of vitamins.
  • Fibergy Active was associated with changes in bacterial genes linked with SCFA production. This could support SCFA production. (Fecal concentrations of SCFAs were unchanged, but these could be utilized in the digestive tract.)
    • SCFAs play an important role in gut homeostasis. They support gut health through the maintenance of intestinal barrier function, mucus production, and protection against inflammation. There is also some evidence that SCFA may play a role in the microbiota-gut-brain axis.
  • Fibergy Active was associated with higher plasma levels of indoleproprionate (IPA). Studies show that IPA plays a crucial role in supporting mucosal barrier function.
  • Fibergy Active is a low dose, easy to consume, fiber product that has a bifidogenic effect.
  • Fibergy Active was well tolerated by all participants with no reports of abdominal discomfort throughout the study. It was easily incorporated into their daily routine.

Study Design

The study was conducted at Ragle Human Nutrition Center, University of California, Davis. It included 20 healthy adult men and women aged 18-45 years. Subjects had typical fiber intakes of less than 15 grams/day and were of average weight (BMI ranged from 23-32 kg/m2).

The study excluded anyone with chronic intestinal diseases such as Crohn’s, IBS, celiac, ulcerative colitis, or any other inflammatory bowel disease. Also excluded were those using any antibiotic or other prebiotic or probiotic products within the previous six months. Exclusion criteria also included pregnancy, smoking, excessive alcohol consumption, anemia, recent illness, recent surgery, significant recent changes in body weight, and the use of several relevant over the counter and pharmaceutical medications.

The study was a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, cross-over design. The study participants were given either the prebiotic fiber food (USANA Fibergy Active) or a matching placebo to take for four weeks. This was followed by a four-week washout period during which they maintained their normal diet and lifestyle. Then each participant was given the opposite treatment for the final four weeks.

Every two weeks, study visits were performed to collect data about the participants. Health questionnaires and measurements such as blood pressure were collected during the intervention to track the subject’s general health status.

Whole blood samples were collected after a 12-hour overnight fast at the beginning and end of each intervention arm. A lipid panel consisting of total cholesterol, HDL-cholesterol, LDL-cholesterol, and triglycerides were measured or calculated. Other measurements of metabolites were also analyzed from plasma.

Stool samples were taken by participants and metagenomic (DNA) sequencing was performed for analysis. Short-chain fatty acids (SCFA) were extracted and analyzed from the fecal samples.

Study Results

There were no observed changes in health profiles and measurements between prebiotic and placebo groups, nor were there any significant changes in nutrient intakes throughout the study.

After calculating microbial diversity—Fibergy Active was found to support one type of bacteria, Actinobacteria. Within the group of bacteria that make up Actinobacteria, there are many species of bifidobacteria. 11 groups (genera) significantly changed with the consumption of the fiber product. The genera Bifidobacterium, Anaerostipes, and Hungatella increased while eight other genera decreased.

Certain bifidobacterial species are known for their ability to produce short-chain fatty acids (SCFA) such as acetate and butyrate. SCFAs help nourish healthy bacteria, support microbial diversity, regulate healthy pH, and support the integrity of the mucosal barrier.

The gut microbial genome (DNA of the gut bacteria) was also analyzed. Out of 2,718 genes in the analysis, 163 genes changed with the prebiotic treatment. Fibergy Active supported genes involved in starch and sugar metabolism. Specifically, a gene associated with fructose metabolism.

Metabolites were also measured. A metabolite is an intermediate or end product of cellular metabolism. These small molecules have various functions including energy conversion, structure, cell signaling, effects on enzymes, and co-factor activity.

Indoleproprionate (IPA) is one of the metabolites that was significantly increased. Evidence on the health effects of IPA is continually growing. Current research indicates that IPA plays an important role in supporting mucosal integrity and barrier function.

Conclusion

In this study a prebiotic fiber food was utilized to determine its effects on the human microbial community. The goal was to determine if a low dose prebiotic fiber food would have a measurable impact on gut microbial composition and human plasma metabolites.

Consuming the prebiotic food for 4 weeks led to various changes in specific bifidobacterial species as hypothesized. The results of this study confirm the benefit of a diverse, prebiotic dietary fiber blend in adults who do not typically consume the recommended amount of dietary fiber. Even small, easy to incorporate changes in dietary intake can support the gut environment and microbial metabolism.

Primary active components of the Fibergy Active formula used in the study:

Fructooligosaccharides (FOS) are the first ingredient in USANA Fibergy Active. FOS are soluble fiber in linear chains of fructose molecules. FOS occur naturally in many plants and foods such as asparagus, onions, garlic, and artichokes among others. They are a source of natural sweetness. They are a low-glycemic soluble fiber, which helps maintain healthy blood-sugar already within the normal range. Their primary function is to act as a prebiotic, or fuel and nourishment for the gut microbial community.

Inulin, not to be confused with insulin, is another very effective soluble prebiotic fiber that has important functions in Fibergy Active. Inulin in the diet helps promote and maintain biodiversity in your gut. Inulin feeds the bacteria in the gut through a process known as fermentation. During fermentation of inulin, gut bacteria secrete enzymes that further digest the fiber into short-chain fatty acids (SCFA). These SCFA support the growth of health supporting bacteria like bifidobacterial and lactobacilli in the intestines.

Sugarcane fiber is insoluble fiber included in Fibergy Active. It‘s a component of many fiber products because it supports regularity, which allows you to digest comfortably.

Apple, blueberry, and raspberry fruit powders contain phytochemicals and antioxidants that synergize with fiber to optimize your digestion.

Access the full microbiome benefits of USANA Fibergy Active!

Reference

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9248813/

balancing scale

balancing scale

Imagine a fire breaks out at a local restaurant. Maybe one of the line cooks forgot to turn the burner off before closing for the night. The smoke detector gets activated. The alarm starts blaring and, in a few seconds, the sprinkler system turns on and puts out the fire.

This is an example of a response system. Emergency response, in this case, but your cells do a similar thing on a physiological level constantly. It’s called homeostasis. Homeostasis is a broad network of physiological responses that keep your body in balance or bring you back to balance when trouble arises. In a groundbreaking new study, USANA scientists demonstrate how response pathways in the body can be utilized for preventative health and building resilience to different kinds of stressors. It’s called, “Modulating Homeostatic Signaling,” or simply, MHS.

USANA Homeostasis Research Summary

  • MHS uses the scientific understanding of homeostasis response systems to trigger a stress response, without the actual stress, therefore building resilience from the cells up, optimizing your health, and maintaining balance.
  • There are many types of MHS interventions for a variety of health needs.
  • MHS supports health through preventative countermeasures for people with lifestyle, environmental, or genetic health risks.
  • More research can be done to expand the applications of MHS.

Over the years, scientists have learned a lot about the different response mechanisms of homeostasis. One of the key actors in any homeostasis response is called the “sensor.” These are cellular proteins that act like a smoke detector. When they sense an imbalance, the sensors send out a signal to other cells or proteins that can respond to the trouble.

These various responses do much more than putting out fires. They’re powerful enough to support each body system, build resilience to stress, and optimize health in many ways. But when a homeostasis response is triggered, it means a stressor is likely causing damage. Think back to the example you read above—a fire damages a building even if the sprinkler system puts the fire out.

The MHS model targets the sensor of a given homeostasis pathway and triggers a physiological response without the actual stress to the body. Initiating homeostasis responses in this way allows people to gain all the health benefits from this physiological network, without taking on any of the damage from actual stressors. MHS utilizes the body’s natural system of homeostasis to build resilience to stress, and help the body maintain balance.

History of Homeostasis Research

Science’s understanding of how homeostasis works has completely evolved over the last 100 years. The idea was first described by Walter Cannon in 1932 as, “equilibrating responses to environmental stimuli.”

Later, researchers began to identify some of the internal and environmental stressors that initiate homeostasis responses.

Internal stressors:

  • Toxins
  • Nutritional deficiencies

Environmental stressors:

  • Injury
  • UV radiation
  • Changes in temperature

Today, much more is known about the “equilibrating responses” responsible for bringing you back to balance when stressors (like those above) arise. Scientists also know what these responses look like all the way down to the cellular and molecular level. Autophagy, antioxidant defense, and DNA damage response (DDR) are just a few examples of the homeostasis responses that are now well documented in scientific literature.

This newfound understanding of our internal physiology provides a unique opportunity. USANA Scientist, and an author of the new study, Dr. Jeremy Tian, says we now understand enough about these mechanisms to be able to manipulate homeostasis ourselves in order to enhance human health.

Modern science has identified a host of compounds, natural ingredients, behaviors, foods, phytocompounds, and other interventions that trigger the responsive processes of homeostasis. All these options (and many more yet to be discovered) are the basis of MHS. These interventions act like a substitute for real stressors. They trigger the sensor of a given homeostasis response safely.

Instead of a military fort preparing for war during an incoming invasion, MHS is like the base commander telling his soldiers to strengthen their defenses and prepare even though the fort isn’t being attacked or sustaining damage.

Synergy Between Eastern and Western Approaches to Health

There are a variety of approaches to health and medicine. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), pharmaceutical drugs, and holistic medicine are just a few examples. Each of these models have their own theory about how to maintain the balance of biological systems and support homeostasis.

The pharmacological approach, for example, uses a medicine to target a single molecule that produces a desired effect. TCM stems from a very different philosophy. Balance between yin and yang is seen as a core quality of the universe and everything in it. Qi is the vital energy that maintains that balance, and “Qi tonics” help restore harmony between yin and yang when a deficiency of Qi makes the body vulnerable to illness and disease.

As it turns out, the philosophy behind TCM is consistent with the Second Thermodynamic Law. It’s also consistent with the concept of homeostasis, and there is quite a bit of overlap between TCM and the MHS model. This synergy between Eastern and Western health approaches gives MHS some key advantages.

One of the biggest is that it is preventative in nature. The MHS approach is all about building resilience to lower your risk for health concerns.

Another advantage is that it works within the body’s natural system of balance. Some pharmaceutical drugs are so overwhelming at the cellular level that they take your body out of balance in one way or another. That’s what side effects are. But MHS doesn’t rely on a drug to produce powerful benefits for your health. It utilizes your body’s natural physiology. MHS initiates the process, but your cells take it from there. This approach builds up healthy resilience with fewer side effects.

USANA Health Sciences on the Frontline of Research

The researchers identified dozens of examples of MHS interventions for a variety of health concerns. But more research would strengthen this model. There are many more interventions that could be explored. And many homeostasis responses have yet to be discovered.

As scientists learn more, the opportunities for optimizing health and building resilience through homeostasis will only grow. Research like this is deeply needed to pave the way for more holistic, balanced solutions for health.

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35661711/

Sunscreens are a dime a dozen—with some offering one benefit at the expense of another. Mineral sunscreens are popular because they provide excellent sun protection without harsh chemicals. The only drawback of a mineral sunscreen is that it can be difficult to blend into your skin, often leaving streaks and a white cast. And that’s why USANA Daily Mineral Protective Cream is unique among mineral sunscreens.

It’s an easy-to-blend, sheer mineral sunscreen that provides SPF 30 sun protection without leaving you looking ghostly. This is possible because Daily Mineral Protective Cream is a tinted mineral sunscreen designed to block UV rays while visibly enhancing your natural beauty and glow.

Whether it’s the beach, mountains, or just a walk around your neighborhood, step outside with confidence in your sun protection. Applying an even layer of Daily Mineral Protective Cream 15 minutes prior to sun exposure is a powerful defense against sun damage.

You’ll feel better spending time in the sun knowing your go-to protection is also an environmentally friendly sunscreen. That’s right, Daily Mineral Protective Cream is a reef-safe sunscreen. Older sun-blocking technologies rely on ingredients that have proven damaging to the ocean’s ecosystems. USANA takes the health of the planet seriously, so this sunscreen is formulated to biodegrade without harm to coral reefs and other sea life.

Reef-safe, universally tinted, sheer mineral sunscreen that’s SPF 30. USANA Daily Mineral Protective Cream has it all, making it your new go-to option for sunscreen you can feel good about. Take action to guard your skin and protect the planet by choosing USANA Daily Mineral Protective Cream. Your complexion (and the planet) will thank you.

A Mineral Sunscreen that Moisturizes and Shields Skin from the Sun

The active ingredient in USANA Daily Mineral Protective Cream is zinc oxide. Zinc is a dependable sunscreen ingredient because it offers broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection. Mineral sunscreens containing zinc are also helpful in creating a barrier between your skin and hot, dry air that can contribute to moisture loss.

Zinc hydrates and soothes your skin, too. Irritation from sunburns can leave your skin feeling less than its best. The zinc oxide in USANA’s tinted mineral sunscreen delivers hydration to support your skin’s moisture balance and protect it from the sun.

Daily Mineral Protective Cream has another moisturizing factor. Olivol Botanical Blend is exclusive to USANA and the Celavive skincare line. This plant-based hydrating component of Daily Mineral Protect Cream provides 24-hour hydration to maintain your youthful beauty and glow. Your skin’s natural moisture is enhanced with the blend’s science-backed botanical extracts:

  • olive fruit (Olea europaea)
  • watermelon fruit (Citrullus lanatus)
  • apple fruit (Pyrus malus)
  • lentil fruit (Lens esculenta)

Together, zinc oxide and Olivol Botanical Blend offer sun protection that hydrates and moisturizes your skin. The sheer mineral sunscreen is a powerful tool in your skincare arsenal that can help maintain your natural beauty. And this tinted mineral sunscreen is grease-free and non-comedogenic so you can guard your skin from the sun without clogging your pores. That combination makes Daily Mineral Protective Cream an everyday option and the perfect companion for your sunny-day skincare routine.

Sheer Mineral Sunscreen for Various Skin Tones

Beautiful skin comes in a multitude of sumptuous shades that all need relief from the sun. Gone are the days of the thick, heavy, white sunblock. Today, there’s a more inclusive approach to sun protection. You want sheer mineral sunscreen that complements a variety of skin tones while defending your complexion from the harsh rays of the sun.

That’s why USANA Daily Mineral Protective Cream is universally tinted for maximum bendability. You don’t need to worry about the streaks or white cast other sunscreens leave behind. It’s mineral sunscreen strong enough to provide SPF 30 protection and gentle enough to suit sensitive skin. And Daily Mineral Protective Cream is lightweight and fast absorbing, so you spend less time prepping for outdoor play and more time enjoying fun in the sun.

Biodegradable Sunscreen That’s Better for the Environment

Protecting the planet is a noble and worth-while cause. It’s important to know the products you rely on are eco-conscious, too. Take, for starters, your sunblock.

Sunscreens don’t always stay just on your skin. Inevitably some slips off after application. That can lead to the breakdown of sunscreen in the water, releasing some potentially harmful chemicals into the ocean. Two of the sunscreen chemicals of greatest concern are oxybenzone and oxtinoxate.

These ingredients are found in other sunscreens and can have serious consequences for sea life. Oxybenzone and octinoxate are contributors to the demise of coral reefs. And these chemicals can accumulate in the tissues of many marine wildlife.

Rest assured USANA has taken the health and wellbeing of the environment into account. Adding Daily Mineral Protective Cream to the Celavive line provides an option that has been specially formulated without oxybenzone or octinoxate.

Now when you’re at the beach—or whenever water will be involved in your fun in the sun—you can take action to protect the oceans and marine ecosystems. Reach for USANA Daily Protective Cream for a reef-safe sunscreen that works for you and the environment.

Sunscreen That Blocks Against Blue Light

Wrapped inside Daily Mineral Protective Cream are blue-light blockers to protect your skin. Ultraviolet light isn’t the only kind of light that affects the health of your skin . Blue-light exposure can influence the appearance of your skin, too.

USANA Daily Mineral Protective Cream addresses these problems with blue-light blockers built into your sunscreen. They are derived from ingredients—including winter cherry and beta-carotene—to help your skin resist the effects of blue light to keep it looking beautiful.

Blue light is tough to escape because it’s everywhere—emitted by the sun and your smart phone. Digital devices, computers, and television screens all increase your blue-light exposure during the day. Recent research indicates spending many hours in front of blue light can lead to visible signs of aging for your skin.

Skin cells exposed to low levels of blue light over long periods of time have been known to lose some of their plump appearance and youthful-looking tone. Blue light has also been associated with the appearance of lowered skin bounce and glow, hallmarks of young-looking skin.

Research suggests that sunscreen offers some benefits even when you are inside and exposed to blue light. That’s why it’s so important to include sunscreen in your morning skincare routine. Apply it daily to protect from light rays indoors and out. The blue-light blockers in Daily Mineral Protective Cream provide an added boost of protection to keep your skin looking young.

USANA Daily Mineral Protective Cream: Good for the Environment, Great for Your Skin

Support your skin with the sun defense of USANA Daily Mineral Protective Cream. Application is simple. Apply a generous amount to the face and neck to cap off your morning skincare routine. Work the sheer mineral sunscreen into your skin. Then you can step outside with confidence knowing you have sun protection that is environmentally conscious and maintains healthy-looking skin.

Key Ingredients

  • Zinc Oxide
  • Olivol Botanical Blend
  • Paraben free
  • Octinoxate free
  • Oxybenzone free
  • Mineral-oil free
  • Formaldehyde free

See full list of ingredients

Usage

  • Apply to forehead, cheeks, nose, chin, and neck as the last step in your daytime skincare routine.
  • Apply generously and evenly 15 minutes before sun exposure.
  • Reapply at least every two hours.

Ideal For

  • All skin types, including sensitive skin.

 
 

Frequently Asked Questions

People’s needs are different. USANA provides different options for different uses. This mineral sunscreen offers an eco-friendly option for daily use, and is especially important for those who will be in or want to protect marine environments. The critical part is having choices so there’s a sunscreen everyone can wear every day, no matter the location or activity, that fits their life and provides protection.

 

https://oceanservice.noaa.gov/news/sunscreen-corals.html

https://www.healthline.com/health/octinoxate

https://www.ewg.org/sunscreen/report/the-trouble-with-sunscreen-chemicals/