I’ve always believed that personal wellbeing should reflect the values we live by. When we care for our health, stay connected to nature, and support those around us, we become living examples of what it means to pursue optimal health.
At the end of February, I traveled from California to Michigan to visit Amway World Headquarters where I experienced some of the incredible work that is underway to build the future of the Nutrilite brand. I spoke at an employee meeting, met with teammates, toured manufacturing facilities, and visited other departments on the Ada Campus.
We’re nearing the end of 2022 and I’m inspired. It’s been a year to remember, one with obstacles and change, but also opportunity. For me, it’s an exciting time because I believe that despite the challenges we’re facing in the world, we’ve begun to understand why we need to act in order to secure a healthy future.
Approximately 800 million people in the world faced hunger in 2021. That’s a lot. Food security, and the elimination of food insecurity, should continue to be a top priority. Our world population continues to grow, and the environment is becoming increasingly volatile, which means even more people may struggle to find healthy food in the future.
Lifelong learning, learning about people and the world around me, has always been an important part of my growth. The discoveries I’ve made throughout my life of learning and curiosity have kept me young in spirit, and in mind.
Blue Zones are made up of specific people in this world who have discovered a worthwhile formula for healthy aging. Blue Zones are comprised of five areas in the world where people live the longest.
Heart health is about taking simple steps to live healthy. And living healthier doesn’t have to be complicated. Besides, being in good health is the best form of prevention. The dividends it pays forward can keep you living a meaningful life even beyond 100 years.
Living beyond 100 years is becoming much more commonplace, despite the global challenges we’ve faced recently.
There’s no debate that too much screen time can be hard on your eyes, leaving them tired, often irritated, and too dry.
If you’re like me, you’re probably eager to move beyond the stress of the last few years. It seems balance has taken on a whole new meaning as we refocus on health, juggle work-life commitments, and navigate the uncertainties of today’s world. It can feel overwhelming.
Maintaining a positive mindset every day can be challenging. Especially during troubling times. But there are straightforward ways to keep ourselves in positive space, even when everything around us can feel so negative. One way to do so is to keep it simple.
With all the activities surrounding us and the stimulation we get from the digital world — that is always on
As many of you know, I’ve been a lifelong champion of prevention, and how simple habits are the shortest path to extending your healthspan. It goes beyond simply living longer (that’s lifespan).
Lifelong learning, learning about people and the world around me, has always been an important part of my growth. The discoveries I’ve made throughout my life of learning and curiosity have kept me young in spirit, and in mind.
Blue Zones are made up of specific people in this world who have discovered a worthwhile formula for healthy aging. Blue Zones are comprised of five areas in the world where people live the longest.
Heart health is about taking simple steps to live healthy. And living healthier doesn’t have to be complicated. Besides, being in good health is the best form of prevention. The dividends it pays forward can keep you living a meaningful life even beyond 100 years.
Living beyond 100 years is becoming much more commonplace, despite the global challenges we’ve faced recently.
There’s no debate that too much screen time can be hard on your eyes, leaving them tired, often irritated, and too dry.
If you’re like me, you’re probably eager to move beyond the stress of the last few years. It seems balance has taken on a whole new meaning as we refocus on health, juggle work-life commitments, and navigate the uncertainties of today’s world. It can feel overwhelming.
Maintaining a positive mindset every day can be challenging. Especially during troubling times. But there are straightforward ways to keep ourselves in positive space, even when everything around us can feel so negative. One way to do so is to keep it simple.
With all the activities surrounding us and the stimulation we get from the digital world — that is always on
As many of you know, I’ve been a lifelong champion of prevention, and how simple habits are the shortest path to extending your healthspan. It goes beyond simply living longer (that’s lifespan).
As we navigate our way to the other side of a global public health crisis, I’ve been thinking about the healthy habits behind the body’s daily rhythm.
Now, emerging research suggests that this Mediterranean-style of eating could be even better for brain health, depending on the foods you eat.
As many of you know, I’m a fan of omega-3 fatty acids, mostly because they deliver a wide range of benefits for both your body and brain.
I love the earthy aroma of red, vine-ripened tomatoes. Even more, I love how this vegetable (yes, botantists call it a fruit) can transform a simple recipe into a savory, mouth-watering dish.
I received a request from a reader to talk about the best meal prep method to preserve nutrients. It’s a great question, but I had to laugh because, honestly, it’s a joke in our family.
He should have received the Nobel Prize for his work on blood-cholesterol and hearth health. That’s what many people believe about John W. Gofman, Ph.D., M.D., and I count myself among them.
All the recent media attention about calories has me scratching my head. I think it’s safe to say that most researchers agree that not all calories are equal.
During the first few years of a child’s life, more than one million new neural connections form every second, according to child development experts as Harvard University. One million. Every second.
Eating well isn’t rocket science. Study after study confirms that a healthy diet is a plant-based diet.
The human microbiome – the bacterial community that calls the human body home – continues to fascinate me. I am not alone. Last year, over 9,000 articles were published in the scientific literature on the subject, many about the bacterial community that lives in the human gut (the gut microbiome).
It has been a busy month as I hit the ground running … literally … with kids definitely on my mind. A few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to be a part of Kids Run the OC, an innovative program that encourages kids to eat right and stay active to avoid the consequences of overnutrition and obesity.
Reflections from Dr. Sam
Personal wellbeing isn’t just about you or me. It’s about the people around us, our family, friends and the greater community. Taking care of yourself, nurturing your connection with nature, and making an effort to transform challenges into opportunities, will help lead us to a future where we can all happily coexist.
Wellness has always been central to my story. When my father, Carl F. Rehnborg, founded Nutrilite in 1934, his goal was to help people everywhere take responsibility for their health, their wealth, and the planet. Even then, he knew that all these things were interconnected. His vision shaped my own path—a journey grounded in curiosity, science, and a passion for helping others live well.
Nutrilite is so much more than a plant-based supplement brand – it is a way of life that has stood the test of time. With a passion centered on health + wellbeing, Amway is the world’s largest direct selling company*. It spans six continents with a presence in 100+ countries and territories.
* Source: Euromonitor International Ltd; Vitamins and Dietary Supplements, World GBN, Retail Value RSP, % breakdown, 2023 data based on custom research conducted April – August 2023.
There’s a long history of farming innovation at Nutrilite. It started when my father, Carl F. Rehnborg, began growing alfalfa in the 1930s before we even knew to call it organic. He was looking for the purest, most nutritious botanicals, and he already knew that they needed to be grown sustainably and naturally, without any synthetic fertilizers or chemicals. That same belief continues to guide us today.
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