A Plant-Based Diet, Only Better
Now, emerging research suggests that this Mediterranean-style of eating could be even better for brain health, depending on the foods you eat.
November 3, 2021
Health & Wellbeing
Product of the product
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.
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One Smart Way to Get Omega-3’s from Plant Foods
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.
October 20, 2021
Taking a Deep Breath
We face constant daily stressors that can negatively impact our well-being if we don’t learn how to navigate our way through them or avoid them altogether. Because without a way to overcome the influence stress has on our bodies, our lives will become less vibrant and less meaningful – and, frankly, shorter.
October 6, 2021
Grow Your Nutrilite Garden
Over the last year and a half, I’ve noticed a renewed interest in gardening. It’s helping people cope with the
September 23, 2021
A Better Microbiome for Women’s Health
Over the last two decades, researchers have made incredible progress in their ability to characterize the bacterial community in the gut and understand the active role this microbial community plays in metabolism, immune defense and other aspects of health.
September 9, 2021
The Real Reason Young Kids Need Iron
The more time I spend with my youngest granddaughter Hazel Honey, the more I find myself brushing up on my knowledge of kids’ nutrition. I suppose it’s a proud grandpa thing.
August 11, 2021
A Healthy Body Weight Starts Here
There’s no debate that if we are to feed the growing global population—now approaching 7.9 billion—we need a more sustainable approach to food production. Our moon shot, say the experts, is a flexitarian diet, a largely plant-based diet with a moderate amount of animal-based foods.
July 14, 2021
The Surprising Immune Benefits of B Vitamins
You may be surprised to learn that the B vitamins and I have a long history dating back to my first job with the company (then Nutrilite Products, Inc.)
June 29, 2021
Tips on Healthy Living from Francesca
Staying healthy is priceless at any age, whether you’re in your 20s and just starting out, in your 30s and 40s and going after your goals with gusto, or in your 50s, 60s and beyond and enjoying more free time.
April 21, 2021
Happy Happiness Day!
I’ve often been called one of those glass-is-half-full kind of guys. I’d have to agree. It’s probably one of the reasons I look forward to the International Day of Happiness every March.
March 18, 2021
Time to Rethink White Foods
What white vegetables and fruits lack in color, they make up for in nutrients, including phytonutrients. It’s a key reason why the scientists behind the Nutrilite brand don’t overlook this color group in their quest for health-promoting plant compounds.
March 10, 2021
A Happy Heart Starts Here
When you think of February, your thoughts may turn to matters of the heart, things like candy, romance and Valentine’s Day. But February is also American Heart Month. This national observance was proclaimed in 1964 by President Lyndon Johnson as a result of the nationwide problem of heart disease. The goal: To urge everyone to take action to achieve and maintain heart health.
February 25, 2021
Taking a Deep Breath
We face constant daily stressors that can negatively impact our well-being if we don’t learn how to navigate our way through them or avoid them altogether. Because without a way to overcome the influence stress has on our bodies, our lives will become less vibrant and less meaningful – and, frankly, shorter.
October 6, 2021
Grow Your Nutrilite Garden
Over the last year and a half, I’ve noticed a renewed interest in gardening. It’s helping people cope with the
September 23, 2021
A Better Microbiome for Women’s Health
Over the last two decades, researchers have made incredible progress in their ability to characterize the bacterial community in the gut and understand the active role this microbial community plays in metabolism, immune defense and other aspects of health.
September 9, 2021
A Healthy Body Weight Starts Here
There’s no debate that if we are to feed the growing global population—now approaching 7.9 billion—we need a more sustainable approach to food production. Our moon shot, say the experts, is a flexitarian diet, a largely plant-based diet with a moderate amount of animal-based foods.
July 14, 2021
The Surprising Immune Benefits of B Vitamins
You may be surprised to learn that the B vitamins and I have a long history dating back to my first job with the company (then Nutrilite Products, Inc.)
June 29, 2021
Tips on Healthy Living from Francesca
Staying healthy is priceless at any age, whether you’re in your 20s and just starting out, in your 30s and 40s and going after your goals with gusto, or in your 50s, 60s and beyond and enjoying more free time.
April 21, 2021
Happy Happiness Day!
I’ve often been called one of those glass-is-half-full kind of guys. I’d have to agree. It’s probably one of the reasons I look forward to the International Day of Happiness every March.
March 18, 2021
Time to Rethink White Foods
What white vegetables and fruits lack in color, they make up for in nutrients, including phytonutrients. It’s a key reason why the scientists behind the Nutrilite brand don’t overlook this color group in their quest for health-promoting plant compounds.
March 10, 2021
A Happy Heart Starts Here
When you think of February, your thoughts may turn to matters of the heart, things like candy, romance and Valentine’s Day. But February is also American Heart Month. This national observance was proclaimed in 1964 by President Lyndon Johnson as a result of the nationwide problem of heart disease. The goal: To urge everyone to take action to achieve and maintain heart health.
February 25, 2021
Ring in the New Year with Resilience
Last year placed a lot on our collective plates. Some people fared better than others. New research sheds some light onto how our lifestyle habits affect how we respond. Turns out, better psychological resilience – mental toughness – is directly linked to five lifestyle habits.
January 7, 2021
A Dream Team for Gut Health: Prebiotics & Probiotics
“Probiotics” is a term you probably recognize. After all, it has been making headline nutrition news for the past decade. And for good reason. These so-called “good” bacteria reside in your gut where they support overall health and well-being.
December 10, 2020
3 Ways to Improve Your Diet, Fast
Soon we will be celebrating Thanksgiving. I always look forward to this time of year when the family gathers at out home.
November 24, 2020
Reflections from Dr. Sam
Small, consistent changes – baby steps – in our diet and lifestyle are the key to helping achieve our optimal health goals.
- Setting off on a journey of learning and discovery on the Double X sailboat in 2014.
- Getting clean with an Amway Nature Shower; Yelapa, Mexico, October 1975.
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Health & Wellbeing
Product of the product
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.
Dr. Sam's Journey
The pursuit of wellness
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.
Amway & Nutrilite
A shared vision
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.
Farming
Farming for the future
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.