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Sitting next to a life-size statue of my father Carl F. Rehnborg. It’s easy to see why it’s a favorite photo stop for visitors at the Nutrilite Health Institute. The statue was inspired by his famous “Pepper Tree Talks” and his many conversations filled with visionary ideas. Buena Park, California. March 2017.
  • Dr. Sam with a statue of his father, Carl under the pepper tree
2016 – 2020

The Adventure Continues

In 2016, I sailed to the South Seas aboard the Double X, returning to many of the places that I had visited 40 years ago aboard the Firebird. My goal was to sail with family and friends and observe the impact of time and technology on the land and people since then. Along the way, I wrote about our adventures in my blog.

Now that I’m back home, I am more inspired than ever to continue to share the important message of health. So with 80-plus years of living behind me, I am now looking forward to talking with people around the world about the importance of a healthy body, a healthy community and a healthy planet. I’ll be posting photo albums here of the people I meet and places I visit, so be sure to check back often for updates. The adventure continues!

May-June 2017

Founders Council & More
  • Underneath a pepper tree, I sit next to a life-size statue of my father Carl F. Rehnborg. The statue was inspired by his famous “pepper tree talks” and his many conversations filled with visionary ideas. Buena Park, Calif., March 2017.
  • Young runners eagerly start their race at Kids Run the OC. Over 10,000 children from 136 schools participating at this year’s event. Orange County Fair & Event Center, Costa Mesa, Calif., May 6, 2017. Photo: F. Rehnborg
  • Admiring his well-deserved medal, this young boy (and all the other runners at Kids Run the OC) should be proud. This one-mile race concluded a 10-week program during which runners completed the equivalent of a full marathon (26.2 miles). Costa Mesa, Calif., May 6, 2017 Photo: F. Rehnborg
  • Cheering on runners at our first Nutrilite Power of 5K and kick-off to a virtual 5K, I am all smiles knowing that all this fun, fitness and fresh air is helping raise funds to fight childhood malnutrition around the world. Stanley Park, Vancouver, Canada, May 10, 2017.
  • Congratulating runners at the Nutrilite Power of 5K, each runner as passionate as the next in the fight against global childhood nutrition. Vancouver, Canada, May 10, 2017.
  • Taking a moment to pose for the camera at the Nutrilite Power of 5K, making sure our hands are held high to gesture “Power of 5” and remind viewers of the importance of nutrition during the first five years of life. Vancouver, Canada, May 2017.
  • Leonard, Francesca and I work to line up our hand-held frames as we stand on the podium and smile for the camera. Founders Council, Vancouver, Canada, May 2017. Photo: Joel Van Kuiken
  • Billowy clouds move across the snow-covered San Juan Mountains, making for a beautiful backdrop for the 2017 Mountainfilm Festival. What a great reminder of the power of nature to inspire people to action. Telluride, Colo., May 2017. Photo: Francesca Rehnborg
  • These colorful balloons light up the night sky just after the 2017 Mountainfilm Festival comes to a close. Telluride, Colo., May 2017. Photo: Jenna Rehnborg
  • Standing in front of the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, Francesca and I are eager to view the Matisse/Diebenkorn Exhibit. It is the first major exhibition to explore the profound inspiration felt by Richard Diebenkorn (1922-1993) from the work of Henri Matisse (1869-1954). San Francisco, Calif., May 2017.
  • With walking pole in hand and feeling strong, I’m ready to climb one of my favorite trails in the Laguna Coast Wilderness Park. The spectacular ridgeline view of the southern California coastline is a welcome treat for my efforts. Laguna Beach, Calif., June 2017. Photo: F. Rehnborg
  • A sign on a Laguna trail reminding hikers that the Pacific pocket mouse on the verge of extinction. A positive sign for the pocket mouse, and a gentle reminder to be kind to wild life. Laguna Beach, Calif., June 2017. Photo: F. Rehnborg
  • The snow-covered San Juan Mountains, the billowy white clouds, and the vibrant green foliage are a treat for the eyes. I’m feeling especially accomplished after this hike with its 2000-foot elevation gain. Telluride, Colo., July 2017. Photo: F. Rehnborg
July 2017

China & Believe in the Power of Nature
  • Look what I found while visiting the Amway Botanical Research Center … a Dr. Sam Plot! Wuxi, China, July 15, 2017. Photo: Joel Van Kuiken
  • The Amway Botanical Research staff join me as we stand behind the rustic sign for the Carl Rehnborg Building, named after my father. We were treated to a very special tour of the ABRC and latest research activities. Wuxi, China, July 15, 2017. Photo: Joel Van Kuiken.
  • An informal presentation at the Amway Botanical Research Center and great opportunity to talk with people who work so passionately to support the brand. Wuxi, China, July 15, 2017. Photo: Joel Van Kuiken
  • During our tour of the Amway Botanical Research Center, we took time out for this group photo with everyone in their Amway lab coats: the scientists who became tour guides for the day and me. Wuxi, China, July 15, 2017. Photo: Joel Van Kuiken
  • Enjoying one of many thoughtful discussions about nutrition, plant research and Nutrilite during our tour of the Amway Botanical Research Center. Wuxi, China, July 15, 2017. Photo: Joel Van Kuiken
  • The ABO group join me as we lean in to give the camera a thumbs up, marking the end of a great tour of the Amway Botanical Research Center. Wuxi, China. July 15, 2017. Photo: Joel Van Kuiken
  • During our tour of the Amway Botanical Research Center, a member of the Research & Development team brings me up-to-date on some of their latest research activities. Wuxi, China, July 15, 2017. Photo: Joel Van Kuiken
  • Standing in front of a sparkling bullet train with Joel Van Kuiken, ready to travel from Wuxi to Beijing, China. Like the cities, the trains and train stations are incredibly clean and well maintained. High speed trains like this travel up to 300 kilometers per hour (186 mph), allowing us to make the 750-mile trip, with stops included, in less than 5 hours. It was quite fun to experience and, surprisingly, we were able to get quite a bit of work done and enjoy the scenery. July 2017.
  • With flowers in hand, I join Amway China staff on stage at the end of our rally in Beijing. I feel so honored to share the stage with such an amazing group and to have over 2,500 people attend the rally in person and millions more watching online via livestreaming. Beijing, China. July 17, 2017. Photo: Joel Van Kuiken
  • With phones held high, audience members record the event in Beijing. Over 2,500 participants filled the room with millions more watching online via livestreaming. Beijing, China, July 17, 2017. Photo: Joel Van Kuiken
  • Posing for photos at the “U35” (under 35) event in Guangzhou, China. The backdrop depicts an exciting new campaign, “Believe in the Power of Nature.” At this event, I shared how Nutrilite has fueled my adventures through the years and how nature plays a powerful role in our health. July 19, 2017. Photo: Joel Van Kuiken
  • Talking with participants at the “U35” (under 35) event in Guangzhou, China. I enjoy these informal discussions and am invigorated by seeing such a passion for healthy living and Nutrilite. July 2017, Photo: Joel Van Kuiken
  • Posing with the group at the “U35” (under 35) event in Guangzhou, China. The characters in the foreground state: Nutrilite Believe in the Power of Nature. July 2017. Photo: Amway China.
  • Amway China team members join in to pose for a group hand-heart at our farewell dinner in Guangzhou. This is a perfect gesture for this friendly group filled with so much passion and personality. Guangzhou, China, July 2017.
  • The Amway China team signals their excitement about Double X with none other than the Double X hand gesture. Guangzhou, China, July 2017.
  • A sculpture of The Nutrilite Story book half chiseled from a concrete block signifies a story that is continually evolving as new discoveries in phytonutrient research are made. Amway Botanical Research Center, Wuxi, China. July 2017.
July 2017

Trout Lake Farms, USA
  • Sitting next to a stature of my father and Darwin Hintz, Technology Manager, Trout Lake Farm, on Amway North America Farm Day. In the background, a snow-capped Mount Adams and a field of flowering echinacea add to the splendor of the day. Trout Lake, Wash., July 2017.
  • Standing next to the Rehnborg Functional Botanical Garden sign during Amway North America Farm Day. I’m ready to get to work! Trout Lake Farm, Wash., July 2017. Photo: Darwin Hintz
  • After a full season of planning and preparing with teams from Amway, Nutrilite, and Trout Lake, Farm Manager Danielle Hawkins smiles and raises her hands to welcome the first guests for Amway North America Farm Day. Guests stepped off the bus and walked under a welcome arch fashioned by hoes held high in respect. Trout Lake Farm, Wash., July 2017. Photo: Darwin Hintz
  • A guest happily takes a selfie before entering a welcome arch of gardening hoes held high by the staff. What a great way to start the visitor experience at Amway North America Farm Day. Trout Lake Farm, Wash., July 2017. Photo: Darwin Hintz
  • Presenting at Skamania Lodge during Amway North America Farm Day. It is always a treat to talk to visitors about the sustainable farming practices at nearby Trout Lake Farm. Stevenson, Wash., July 2017. Photo: Darwin Hintz
  • Technology Strategist and Nutrilite Scientific Advisory Board member Keith Randolph, PhD., presents to a group at Amway North America Farm Day at Skamania Lodge. Dr. Randolph is a leading expert in phytonutrient research. Stevenson, Wash., July 2017. Photo: Darwin Hintz
  • Amway Thailand visitors join me for this group photo during Amway North America Farm Day. I always enjoy talking about sustainable farming, especially with people so passionate about healthy living. Trout Lake Farm, Wash., July 2017. Photo: Darwin Hintz
August 2017

Triple X Launch, Japan
  • Posing with Yoshiyuki Yamazaki (#37) of the BoneTectors at the 2017 Amway Baseball Cup. Tokyo Dome, Japan, August 2017. Photo: Joel Van Kuiken
  • Although I didn't get the chance to throw out the first pitch for the Amway Baseball Cup as was originally planned (the timing didn't work out), I did have an opportunity to get into my windup on the pitcher's mound. Tokyo Dome, Japan, August 2017. Photo: Joel Van Kuiken
  • The colorful Triple X banner is a perfect backdrop for this energetic photo opportunity at the 2017 Amway Baseball Cup. If you look closely, you can find me! Tokyo Dome, Japan, August 2017. Photo: Joel Van Kuiken
  • Standing in front of the colorful Triple X backdrop, my long-time friend Masato Watanabe and I smile for the camera. Watanabe-san continues to inspire healthy living and business success with the largest Nutrilite-focused Amway business in Japan. Tokyo Dome, Japan, August 2017. Photo: Joel Van Kuiken
  • At the Triple X product launch, the group holds tablet props while I hold the packaging prop. It all signals how the new Triple X is better than ever with more phytonutrient power in the same size tablets. Amway Japan Headquarters, Tokyo, Japan, August 2017. Photo: Joel Van Kuiken
  • Standing behind the nutrition marketing team that coordinated the Triple X launch events, I am joined by Peter Strydom, Managing Director, Amway Japan (right), and Takatoshi Osada, CMO, Amway Japan (left). The tablet and packaging props are a perfect way to showcase the new Triple X tablets with new botanical extracts and even more phytonutrient power. Amway Japan Headquarters, Tokyo, Japan. August 2017. Photo: Joel Van Kuiken
  • Colorful balloons add to the celebration for the new Triple X launch at Amway Japan Tokyo Headquarters. It’s a great reminder that the new formula features phytonutrients that represent all 5 colors – red, purple, white, yellow, green – of the phytonutrient spectrum. August 2017. Photo: Joel Van Kuiken
  • The Phyto Home Cafe in Amway Japan Tokyo Headquarters bustles with activity every day. August 2017. Photo: Joel Van Kuiken
  • A Triple X display takes center stage at the Phyto Home Cafe at Amway Japan Tokyo Headquarters. The posters showcase the key nutrients in the product: 12 essential vitamins, 10 essential minerals and phytonutrients from 22 fruits, vegetables and herbs. August 2017. Photo: Joel Van Kuiken
  • Enjoying a conversation with Sharon Banno, a longtime Nutrilite ABO and Double Diamond, at Amway Japan Tokyo Headquarters. I love these one-to-one conversations where I learn how ABOs share their passion for health living and the Nutrilite brand. August 2017. Photo: Joel Van Kuiken
  • More than 300 ABOs join me at the Osaka Experience Center for my presentation on the Triple X story. It’s hard to believe it’s been over 20 years since I introduced the very first Triple X into Japan in 1995. Osaka, Japan, August 2017. Photo: Joel Van Kuiken
  • A behind the scenes look during one of my presentations for the new Triple X launch. During this trip, I also talked with ABOs about how investing in the future is a top priority for Amway and the Nutrilite brand. Osaka, Japan, August 2017. Photo: Joel Van Kuiken
  • With the Osaka events team by my side, we pose with some of the many Triple X cases that I autographed for the ABOs attending my speech. I am so proud of the new Triplex X formula, which harnesses cutting edge technology to deliver serious phytonutrient power. I believe it’s our best one yet! Osaka, Japan. August 2017. Photo: Joel Van Kuiken
November 2017

Rehnborg Farquhar Professorship
  • Stanford Professor Christopher Gardner, Ph.D., poises with his family at the Rehnborg Farquhar Professorship Dinner. Dr. Gardner is the inaugural holder of the endowed chair. Menlo Park, Calif., November 2, 2017.
  • A program cover for the Rehnborg Farquhar Professorship Dinner. Inside, it celebrates Dr. Christopher Gardner as the inaugural holder of the chair and honors Dr. John Farquhar's pioneering efforts in disease prevention research. Menlo Park, Calif., November 2, 2017.
  • Dean Minor and Francesca join me as we surround Professor Gardner behind the symbolic chair and medal celebrating the new Rehnborg Farquhar Professorship at the Stanford University School of Medicine. Menlo Park, Calif., November 2, 2017.
  • Francesca and her aunt Lena take time out to smile for the camera at the Rehnborg Farquhar Professorship Dinner. Menlo Park, Calif., November 2, 2017.
  • Audra Davies, Dr. Wess Alles and Dr. Marilyn Winkleby at the Rehnborg Farquhar Professorship Dinner. Menlo Park, Calif., November 2, 2017.
  • Dr. Lloyd Minor, Dean of Stanford University School of Medicine, and Stanford Professor Dr. Walter Bortz at the Rehnborg Farquhar Professorship Dinner, Menlo Park, Calif., November 2, 2017.
  • Dr. Christopher Gardner and his wife Melissa celebrate with her parents Mei and Arthur Michelson at the Rehnborg Farquhar Professorship Dinner. Menlo Park, Calif., November 2, 2017.
  • Francesca joins me at the podium to share our reasons for endowing the Rehnborg Farquhar Professorship and to honor our friend Dr. John Farquhar (who was not able to attend) and his pioneering efforts in disease prevention. Rehnborg Farquhar Professorship Dinner, Menlo Park, Calif., November 2, 2017.
  • Dr. Christopher Gardner at the podium. He gave a moving and heartfelt presentation, sharing what the endowment means to him. Rehnborg Farquhar Professorship Dinner, Menlo Park, Calif., November 2, 2017.Menlo Park, Calif., November 2, 2017.
  • A beautiful centerpiece for an even more beautiful evening celebrating generosity and innovative research. Rehnborg Farquhar Professorship Dinner, Menlo Park, Calif., November 2, 2017.
October 2020

Trout Lake Farm East
  • Husband and wife team, Jose and Isabel Aguinaga, in a peppermint field. Weed control, such as depicted, and fertility are at the center of organic farming and botanical purity. Ephrata, Wash, March 2020. Photo: Darwin Hintz
  • Weeds are being controlled with the use of heat. Flame weeding uses intense heat to help rupture the plant cells and causes the weed to wither and die without the use of chemical pesticides. Ephrata, Wash, March 2020. Photo: Darwin Hintz
  • TLF East Farm Manager Phil Hintz (right) and GPS Tractor Operator Luis Garcia (left) discuss the plan for the day. Repeat this type of interaction throughout the day with individual crew leaders—whether in the field, out the pickup window or around the equipment—and it helps ensure everyone is on the same page. Ephrata, Wash, March 23, 2020. Photo: Darwin Hintz
  • View of a fresh alfalfa harvest and the Ephrata hills taken from the front of our TLF East office looking north. Ephrata, Wash, May 2020. Photo: Darwin Hintz
  • View from our TLF East office looking west with the Nutrilite Botanical Center in Quincy in the distance. This is where the crop is taken for juicing and is the direction that our fresh clean air comes from and where we look to see our 3-hour weather forecast. Ephrata, Wash, May 2020. Photo: Darwin Hintz
  • View from the front of our TLF East office looking east. Beautiful no matter the direction. Ephrata, Wash, May 2020. Photo: Darwin Hintz
  • The folk at Trout Lake East Farm were busy this Memorial weekend. In this photo you can see multiple crops (alfalfa, Echinacea, spearmint and peppermint) and lots of activity. Trout Lake Farm East, Wash, May 2020. Photo: Darwin Hintz
  • Doctor/surgeon field crew in one of our new Innovation & Science Research Crops, CBD Hemp of which we have 6 specialty selected varieties. Ephrata, Wash, June 2020. Photo: Darwin Hintz
  • A team member expresses enthusiasm for their work and commitment to ABOs around the world. Echinacea Purpurea harvest. Ephrata, Wash, July 2020. Photo: Darwin Hintz
  • Luis Garcia, GPS Tractor Operator, gives the thumbs up while getting ready to harvest the hemp in the field. July 2020 Ephrata, Wash. Photo: Darwin Hintz
  • The pastel sunrise highlights GPS tractor operator Luis Garcia and the GPS tractor. Soon Echinacea purpurea will be harvested. Ephrata, Wash, July 2020. Photo: Darwin Hintz
  • The sun rises over the Echinacea field. Ephrata, Wash, July 2020. Photo: Darwin Hintz
  • Hemp cultivation in process in a research plot. Hemp is an emerging botanical with potential health benefits. Ephrata, Wash, August 2020. Photo: Darwin Hintz
  • A field worker inspects the leaves of one of our newest plant crops, hemp. During this unusual time, employees are sure to wear proper mask protection and to keep physically distant. Ephrata, Wash, August 2020. Photo: Darwin Hintz
  • A beautiful way to start the day as the sun rises above a hemp-filled field. Ephrata, Wash, August 2020. Photo: Darwin Hintz
  • Beauty shot of a hemp harvest. Ephrata, Wash, August 2020. Photo: Darwin Hintz
  • Keith Eppers, General Manager, Washington Agribusiness Operations, inspects our research plot of hemp. Ephrata, Wash, August 2020. Photo: Darwin Hintz
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