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Living WellAn AIM Partners magazine for Members September-October 2008

a healthy harvest of AIM products

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executive message

2 september-october 2008 / to order call 1-800-456-2462

It is rewarding to know you make a differenceSometimes you wonder if what you do in life makes a difference, either in

your job or in your personal actions. It is no different here at AIM. But then comes a letter, an e-mail, a phone call, a testimony. And the truth of AIM’s three watchwords – Nutrition, Opportunity, Success – is validated.

All AIM Members are product users. Some are business-builders. There is no business success without a good product so it all begins there. That’s the way it was 26 years ago when the company was founded on a single product, green barley juice powder. Having a quality product, a guaranteed supply, and a fair price for our Members catalyzed the company into chang-ing flagship products five years ago to what is now AIM BarleyLife®. It was the right decision, and despite some predictions to the contrary, the company is alive and well. But it was a nervous decision. You brand a name for 20 years, then change the brand.

Doing the principled thing is never the wrong thing. Think of it as a candle in a world of darkness. There is not enough dark to extinguish that flame. And the light from that candle is spread by the candle itself or a mir-ror to reflect it.

AIM Members are candles or mirrors themselves. The light they have spread comes back to us all. Make a difference? We can’t count the number of Members who tell us an AIM product played a role in their improved health. In a famous book written about the wealthiest people in the world, one of the subplots was health. Regardless of how much someone has accu-mulated, if they lose their health …

Well, not a day goes by without someone telling our Call Center a good news “health” story. Some of them find their way into the magazine, but all of those stories find their way into our hearts. The chance the company took five years in introducing BarleyLife paid off. By the way, the “old” green barley juice supplier is out of business.

Most recently, AIM introduced a green product totally unique, LeafGreens™. Four green leaves and all those nutrients packed into a once-a-day serving. What a deal. BarleyLife and LeafGreens™.

Testimonies are most often associated with products. But the wealth side is there as well. You will be reading in a coming edition of the magazine about an immigrant whose first U.S. check came from AIM. We can’t count the number of Members who tell us AIM income helped them make a house payment, provide an education for their kids, allowed them to travel to places unimagined without AIM. Make a difference? You bet.

AIM is filled with tens of thousands of candles and mirrors that can light the way to health and wealth.

Ron Wrightchief executive officer,

president, and co-owner

Dennis Itamisenior vice president

and co-owner

Rick Coffmanvice president of U.S. and international operations

AIM Partners Living WellPublished by AIM International, Inc.

Communications Departmenteditor/layout/graphics . . . Kathy Elsonassociate editor/writer . . Rick Coffmancontributing writers . . . . . Kevan Lee Stacey Aparicio Frank Burke Judy Clover Ryan Davis Phillip Jermann

Address correspondence to:Editor, AIM Partners3923 E. Flamingo Ave.Nampa, ID 83687-3100

– or –e-mail to: [email protected]

www.theaimcompanies.com

The mission of The AIM Companies™ is to improve the quality and productivity of people’s lives by promoting the Healthy Cell Concept® and the highest principles of free enterprise.

The purpose of AIM Partners Living Well is to communicate vital information to our Members and to build a strong relationship with them through education, motivation, and recognition.

AIM products cannot be sold or adver-tised as cures or treatments for any disease. Our products are intended to improve the nutritional profile of the individuals who use them. Federal regulations in many countries prohibit making any claims that products are used in the diagnosis, cure, mitigation, treatment, or prevention of disease.

AIM Partners Living Well is written in compliance with U.S. requirements, which may not be suitable for marketing AIM products outside of the United States. We ask that you be aware of and respect the requirements of your country in marketing AIM products.

Articles are for information only. Con-sult a professional for advice on your spe-cific situation.

©2008 AIM International, Inc.

AIM Members are hereby granted permission to reproduce any article that appears in AIM Partners Living Well, pro-vided the article is reprinted in its entirety and the reprint bears the following notice: “Reprinted with permission of AIM International, Inc., Nampa, Idaho.”

Printed in the USAAll other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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on the coverStay healthy this season with AIM’s harvest of whole food concentrates and nutritional products.

Vol. 1, No. 5

September-October ‘08

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contents

HOW TO REACH USWeb/online orders: www.BarleyLife.com

E-mail: [email protected] inquiries: [email protected]

Weekday hours: 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. MT

TELEPHONE NUMBERSMember Sales and Service Center . . . . . . . . . 1-800-456-2462Orders, applications, renewals, order

research, returns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Option 1Member Services/Member Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Option 1International Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Option 3AIM Information Express™

(computer phone, available 24/7) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Option 4LiveAIM (voice activated learning) . . . . . . . . . . . 1-866-LiveAIM (1-866-548-3246)Servicios en Español/Spanish Services . . . . . 1-800-926-2464Services en Français/French Services . . . . . . 1-800-933-4246

/Chinese Services . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-955-4246Administrative Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-208-465-5116From Outside Canada and the Continental United StatesInternational Services

(orders and information) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-208-463-2142

FAX NUMBERSOrders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-766-5133Member Services/Member Training . . . . . . . .1-208-463-2664Servicios en Español/Spanish Services . . . . . . 1-800-766-5133Services en Français/French Services . . . . . . . 1-866-263-1360

/Chinese Services . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-766-5133International orders

(from inside North America) . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-456-2465(from outside North America) . . . . . . . . . . .1-208-463-2689

INTERNATIONAL OFFICES

AIM Australia/New ZealandP.O. Box 3081Nunawading Victoria 3131Phone 1300-880-908Fax 1300-880-918From Outside Australia:Phone 61-3-9874-8311Fax [email protected]

AIM Canada OfficeVancouver, BC V6M 2B5Phone 604-263-8497Toll-Free 888-343-9977Fax [email protected]

AIM Canada WarehouseUnit 1, 2827 18th St. N.E.Calgary, AB T2E 7K5Phone 208-465-5116Fax 208-463-2189

AIM New ZealandWithin Auckland:Phone 64-9-537-5809Fax 64-9-537-5904

From Outside Auckland:Phone 0800-480-333Fax 0800-480-555

AIM Africa, Inc.P.O. Box 1087Florida 1710

Republic of South AfricaPhone 27-11-675-0477Fax [email protected]

AIM United KingdomLangdale House11 Marshalsea RoadLondon, UKSE1 1ENPhone (44) 0207 089 2640Fax 0207 089 [email protected]

AIM USA3923 E. Flamingo Ave.Nampa, ID 83687-3100Phone 208-465-5116Fax [email protected]

—every issue—achieve success . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13AIM corner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24executive message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2fitbits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14good things are happening . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25-27news . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29-30product specials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30-31

—features— 4 Product feature: Enjoy life without arthritis pain 6 Product feature: Put a healthy boost of energy into

your life 8 Health feature: pH … two little letters that can

mean big things for your health 10 People feature: A flatlander strives to be a part of

the solution 11 Living Well Q&A: The value of LeafGreens™

12 AIM developing a number of website enhancements

15 Product feature: Your hands deserve a touch of the best

16 Member feature: ‘No, no, no … OK, you win, tell me about AIM’

18 Women’s health: There is nothing wrong with being happy

20 AIM 2009 Convention: Loews Lake Las Vegas Resort Rocks!

21 Sign up for convention auto pay program today! 21 Earn convention cash in It’s in the Cards contest 22 ‘Your check really could be in the mail’ 24 AIM Corner: ‘I wish we could clone her’

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Enjoy life

without arthritis pain

product feature

Creaky joints. Rusty knees. Getting older is a pain. And it can be costly.

More than 40 million Americans deal daily with the effects of arthritis, and nearly a quarter of those

afflicted are limited in daily tasks like walking, dress-ing, or bathing. Arthritis is more common in women than in men, and experts foresee an increase in the number of arthritis cases as Baby Boomers reach retirement age. Care isn’t cheap either. Arthritis treatment costs the United States $128 billion every year.

Sadly, half of arthritis sufferers feel that there is nothing that can be done to help them. In reality, there are many different treatment options for arthritis and, although the disease is incurable, there are ways to relieve pain and decrease inflammation.

As we age, we put ourselves at risk of developing arthri-tis, which is one of the leading causes of disability in the world. For many, the condition is unavoidable; the typical wear and tear on our bodies from everyday living is often all it takes to create the onset of joint pain and inflamma-tion. Gender, obesity, and occupation can also play a factor, with each contributing to various extents of the condition.

Arthritis occurs when the cartilage between bones begins breaking down, leaving the bones without any pad-ding to ease the daily grind of an active lifestyle. Often, the result is painful, and many people experience stiffness, irritability, and decreased mobility. There are a number of different types of arthritis, ranging in pain and effect, but

regardless of the specific type, all conditions are uncom-fortable and unwanted.

Fortunately, there are AIM products to help get you back on your feet, and they could make a difference in the ease of daily activities. Remember the old Alka-Seltzer ad: “Plop, plop, fizz, fizz, oh what a relief it is.” AIM has a couple of products that can provide relief from the ravages of arthritis.

Frame EssentialsOne of the most popular remedies for arthri-

tis is glucosamine. The supplement is noted for restoring cartilage and aiding in the relief of arthritis, which has made it one of the most popular additives to diet plans and nutritional lifestyles.

Frame Essentials, which was specifically designed to tackle the effects of arthritis, contains glu-cosamine, and it also has the added bonuses of boswellin extract and MSM (sulfur). The compounds work in com-bination to provide relief for tired, aching joints. While glucosamine is helping to rebuild and repair damaged cartilage, boswellin extract is working to improve blood supply to the joints, and MSM, as a form of sulfur, works synergistically with glucosamine to provide relief.

Depending on activity, adverse effects of arthritis can be felt at any age. Frame Essentials provides a great way to protect against the potential symptoms of arthritis and curb the problem before it gets out of hand.

Arthritis can cost many of us the hobbies and activities we enjoy, but Frame Essentials can help give us our lives back.

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Margaret Thomas, an AIM Director from Lovingston, Virginia, found

the joys of yard work to be a struggle as her arthritis worsened. Finding Frame Essentials fixed her problems and pro-vided a solution for her husband’s aches

as well.“I started taking Frame Essentials to

see if it would help the arthritis in my left knee. I was not able to bend it, and that made it difficult to work in the yard. I had to stand to pull weeds, and other simple tasks became much harder. I am not sure how long it took, but after being on Frame Essentials, one day I just realized that my knee didn’t hurt.

“After being off Frame Essentials for a while, I fell and hurt my ankle, but I did not go to the doctor. After about a week, I thought about trying Frame Essentials to ease the pain. I began taking four a day, and though it seems like it took a long time, my ankle stopped hurting. I cut back to two capsules per day unless the ankle would feel uncomfortable and I would go back to four capsules. Eventually, after going from four to two and back to four, the ankle finally stopped bothering me. Now I maintain with two Frame Essentials cap-sules a day. My knee problem has never come back.

“My husband Bill used to come in complaining about being sore from doing yard work. He said his muscles ached, so I asked him to try Frame Essentials. He started taking two a day, and he still keeps it up today. Since taking the Frame Essentials, he feels no more soreness. Needless to say, we won’t be without Frame Essentials.”

AIMega®

Glucosamine is a well-known treatment for arthritis, but it is not the only product available from AIM.

AIMega® has nutrients necessary to relieve many arthritis symptoms.

Filled with omega fatty acids, AIMega® is often touted as a superior skin, nails, and hair

product, but those who use it regularly know that its ben-efits are far greater than outward appearances. In addition to helping provide energy, regulate glucose, and improve cardio health, AIMega® also plays a hand in alleviating the discomfort of arthritis.

Omega-3, -6, and -9 fatty acids work to supply nutri-ents and health through the bloodstream to the necessary places in the body that need them most.

Omega 6, in particular, is a fantastic fix for arthritis

pain. When properly balanced in our diet, the fatty acid works as an anti-inflammatory, relieving aches and pains of various joints. For those with rheumatoid arthritis (the most common arthritis condition), anti-inflammatory medication provides the relief that one needs, but getting the same results naturally through AIMega® can aid recov-ery and ease pain without the use of synthetic medicines.

AIMega® worked to ease Mary Ann Waggoner’s leg pain. An AIM

Director from Boise, Idaho, Mary Ann struggled to sleep at night before find-ing relief with AIMega®.

“I have had chronic pain in my left leg for a long time with very little let-up. I started on AIMega® and noticed that I was sleeping at night without pain waking me up.

“Recently, I traveled extensively. Between sleeping in different beds and not visiting the chiropractor, I was suffering pain again, so I increased my intake of AIMega® to three capsules three times a day with meals. That has been three months now, and my leg pain is gone! I found out it helps to build the myelin sheath over nerve endings, and I believe that is why it helped to overcome the pain I had been experiencing.”

LeafGreens™®

The newest product from AIM is another effective option for relieving the symptoms of arthritis. LeafGreens™ contains the leaves of four young plants (spinach, faba bean, field pea, and barley) and is packed with a number of essential nutrients, some of which can improve cir-culation and inhibit inflammation.

The faba bean leaf is particularly potent when it comes to aiding arthritis symptoms. Faba bean leaves contain a flavonoid called quercetin, which has a number of different therapeutic uses and benefits. For arthritis sufferers, quer-cetin can provide relief thanks to its anti-inflammatory properties that have been reported to help with issues such as rheumatoid arthritis and fibromyalgia.

The added nutrients from LeafGreens™, coupled with its anti-inflammatory benefits, makes AIM’s latest product an excellent resource for those with arthritis.

Life is not meant to be painful but, of course, aches and pains do occur. When arthritis challenges arise, AIM has some helpful product options – Frame Essentials, LeafGreens™, and AIMega. Try them, you have nothing to lose but some pain. And that’s a loss you will not miss.

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product feature

Everything we do depends on energy. With energy constantly being expended, we need to make sure that we are doing something to bring the energy

back in. At the heart of this process is a compound called adenosine triphosphate (ATP).

Essentially, ATP is the source of the energy-building processes inside our busy bodies, and it is often referred to as the “energy currency of the body” because of its central role in energy production.

ATP is composed of three phosphates bound to adenos-ine, and when the body needs energy, one of the bonds is broken, releasing the energy molecule into the body. To convert back into ATP, the remaining diphosphate bond joins with energy from the food we eat in a process called the Kreb’s cycle. The process is an efficient, organized dance that goes virtually unnoticed while we walk, play,

and read our lives away.So long as we maintain appropriate

levels of ATP, our bodies feel few ill effects. However, when we experience

low levels of the compound from exercise, stress, aging, and the natural breakdown of DNA, we can feel adverse symptoms. Routine

actions can become laborious and draining, and we can cease to function at a desirable level.

Therefore, restoring ATP becomes an important task, and Peak Endurance is more than up for the chore. The Peak ATP® in AIM Peak Endurance is the only patented oral source of ATP on the market, and it has been clinically proven to elevate ATP levels within the body. In addition to ATP, Peak Endurance contains B vitamins, vitamin C, phosphorous, and all five of the major electrolytes, includ-ing calcium and magnesium. Plus, the grape drink mix contains only one gram of sugar.

ATP invigorates our cells, blood, and tissues, reducing fatigue and providing a much-needed boost. Cardiovascular and respiratory health stand to gain, too, as blood flow is stimulated to run to peripheral sites for support. Our bodies were intended to operate at full capacity, and restoring our energy source helps get us back on the road to optimum health.

A supplement that focuses on replenishing the body’s supply of ATP becomes more and more important as we age. Studies have found that between the ages of 20 and 70 the body’s ATP level falls by 50 percent. When our ATP level decreases, many of our cells’ normal processes fail to function properly, leaving us feeling tired, sluggish, or sick. Simple tasks can seem monumental. For one Member, even putting on her shoes became an ordeal.

Put a healthy boost of

into your lifeenergy

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Sandy Webber is a Preferred Member from Wakefield, Massachusetts.

“I have been diagnosed with polymyalgia. I had so many aches and pains, and felt tired all the

time. I started to think I was going to end up in a wheelchair. Some days, just trying to put my shoes on was a real project. Also when walking my 11-year-old beagle, Miss Annie Bea, some days I didn’t know how I was going to bend

down and pick up the poop!“Then I read a testimony in the AIM magazine

about how Peak Endurance helped a woman with fibromyalgia. I thought that if it helped her, then maybe it could help me. And it sure did! I started feeling more energy almost immediately and, with this energy, I had more desire to start exercising and stretching. It is a lot better option to use than what the medical community had to offer – ste-roids, which I refused to take. I was living on aspi-rin, taking some every night just so I wouldn’t be so achy in the morning. I haven’t taken even one aspirin since I started on Peak Endurance.

“My husband and friends have seen a great dif-ference in my attitude and movement since I’ve been using Peak Endurance. In fact, just the other day I saw a lady I hadn’t seen in a year, and she commented on how much better I looked. It’s just great to be able to move again with so little pain and have my energy back.”

Peak Endurance’s unique focus on ATP sets it apart in the sports drink market, and its overall health appeal stands in stark contrast to that of two of the most popular drinks, Gatorade and PowerAde.

Note the differences: Measured in 16-ounce servings, Peak Endurance contains 125 mg of ATP, and Gatorade and PowerAde have none. Peak Endurance has 50 percent of the recommended daily intake of B vitamins; Gatorade and PowerAde have less than half of that amount. Peak Endurance contains all five essential electrolytes; Gatorade and PowerAde, touted as premium electrolyte beverages, only have three. Plus, Gatorade and PowerAde pack their drinks with sugars, 28 and 30 grams respectively; and Peak Endurance gets the job done with only one gram.

For athletes and active men and women, the benefits of Peak Endurance over typical sports drinks are clear. Peak

Endurance can do a better job of replacing electrolytes lost during exercise, provide more B vitamins than the compe-tition, improve muscle growth, muscle strength, and muscle recovery, and boost mental acuity and memory. The total package of Peak Endurance makes it far and away the most complete sports and fitness drink on the market.

But the proof is in the use.

Carol Day is a Director from Peyton, Colorado. She and her family are sold on Peak Endurance.

“As a busy mother of nine children, I need all the energy I can get, so I was excited to try

Peak Endurance when it was introduced. I began using it during my daily exercise hour, which is doing aerobics or weights with a videotape. I liked the product very much, and I wanted to try it on some real athletes – those who could objectively look at improved times and recovery periods. So I turned to my kids, who are all swimmers.

“The first swim meet at which we used it was in Estes Park, Colorado. We left for the meet with multiple containers full of Peak Endurance. It was a good test for the Peak Endurance because the meet ran fast and recovery was of the essence to be prepared for the next event. I especially quizzed the older high-school-aged kids because they have been swimming close to 10 years and know what recovery is all about. They reported the Peak Endurance did enable them to recover faster than in the past when using Gatorade®.

“We left that meet with several first place tro-phies, other assorted hardware, and a new list of improved times. The kids were happy because they were able to perform well, and I was happy to have finally found a healthy sports drink that I felt good about giving my kids – something I hadn’t felt good about when Gatorade® and PowerAde® were my only choices.”

Carol and Roger Day with their children.

Miss Annie Bea

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health feature

Any number of different diseases and ailments

can be traced back to an imbalanced inter-

nal pH level, so making the right decisions to

monitor our pH can be healthy, wise choices. Watching

what we eat and taking AIM’s nutritional whole-food

supplements are great starts toward restoring order to

our systems.

pH is a matter of alkalinity versus acidity. Alkalizing

foods have a positive, alkaline effect on the body’s pH,

and acidifying foods create an acidic effect on the pH.

Foods fall into these categories based on the way they

interact with the body, not based on the pH of the

foods themselves. The pH level, a scientific measure of

acidity and alkalinity, ranges from zero (highly acidic) to

14 (highly alkaline).

The natural pH of our bodies is 7.3, which is slightly

alkaline. As such, all of the cells in our body must main-

tain a certain alkalinity in order to function properly and

remain healthy.

When it comes to alkaline education, there are two

common misconceptions.

n Misconception No. 1: When mixing products like

BarleyLife and Peak Endurance, the acidity of Peak

Endurance will damage the enzymatic activity of

BarleyLife.

While it is true that acidic beverages can reduce the

optimal impact of certain supplements, like enzymes,

the margin of effect is minimal. Taking a nutritional sup-

plement no matter the medium does a body far more

good than not taking the supplement.

The acidity of beverages, too, is given far more cre-

dence than necessary. Before meals, our empty stom-

achs have a highly acidic pH level (1.0), much higher than

any acidic beverage we might be drinking. Even after the

first meal of the day, our stomachs remain highly acidic,

moving from 1.0 to 3.0 on the pH scale. The three acidic

AIM products are Peak Endurance (4.2), CalciAIM (4.0),

and CranVerry (4.0), yet all three have a pH that is more

alkaline than the pH of the stomach. Mixing BarleyLife or

other alkaline AIM products with the somewhat acidic

ones will have no more effect than taking the supple-

ment on an empty stomach or after a meal.

n Misconception #2: An acidic food has an acidic

effect on the body, and an alkaline food has an alka-

line effect.

When foods are considered alkaline or acidic, most

people assume that the distinction is derived from the

pH of the food itself. This can lead to confusing situa-

tions because not all foods have the same effect as their

pH make-up. Certain fruits such as lemons are acidic by

nature, but when the body consumes them, an alkaline

effect is realized. The opposite is true of beef. Before

consumption, beef has an alkaline pH, but its effect on

the body is decidedly acidic.

For this reason, foods are often classified as having

an alkalizing effect or an acidifying effect on the body.

This way, when considering the impact of a particular

food, it is far easier to know how that food item will

affect the body’s pH level.

The dominant mineral in a food will determine

whether it releases hydrogen or absorbs hydrogen.

When a food releases hydrogen it is acidifying and when

it absorbs hydrogen it is alkalizing. Sulfur, phospho-

rous, and chlorine release hydrogen and are acidifying.

Sodium, potassium, magnesium, and iron absorb hydro-

gen and are alkalizing.

pH

… two little letters that can mean

big things for your health

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Body pH is vitally important for many reasons. Foods

that have a highly acidic effect on our bodies do not

carry the oxygen needed to develop healthy systems.

Acidic environments lack oxygen and can provide

a breeding ground for germs, bacteria, and disease.

Without a proper supply of oxygen, the environments

of our bodies change, allowing these harmful assailants

to grow and multiply.

Another key to the pH puzzle is calcium. This element,

found in abundance in CalciAIM, plays an important part

in the transfer and travel of nutrition throughout the

body. Poor levels of calcium are also a side effect from

an overly acidic body environment.

In order to keep the body healthy, cells need an

ample supply of calcium, and when the body becomes

acidic, cells have to work overtime to prevent disease

and illness. To do so, cells find their own sources of

calcium, usually in the bones and teeth. Robbing from

the body’s natural store of calcium can lead to issues

such as osteoporosis, an ailment that is usually associ-

ated with a calcium-deficient diet but could, in fact, be

traced to acid-high systems. When normal alkalinity is

restored, the body can relax and return to a healthy

state, not needing to scour for its own sources of cal-

cium and nutrients.

While our interior systems fight against over-acid-

ification, we tend to show the adverse effects on the

outside. Acidosis, a case of excessive acid in

the body, and even milder cases of highly acidic

bodies have a number of different symptoms and

consequences, most commonly weight fluctuation.

Other symptoms can range from mild annoy-

ances like nausea or allergies to seri-

ous issues like cancer or

heart attack.

AIM offers several won-

derful products that can help

in the fight against acidosis but

two leaf-based products are

particularly noteworthy.

n LeafGreens™ (pH 6.5) is a prod-

uct of some of the healthy, nutri-

tious green foods that can improve

alkalinity. Made with the leaves

of spinach, barley, pea, and beans, LeafGreens™ is

loaded with beneficial vitamins and minerals. More

than 44 pounds of leaves goes into a single pound

of LeafGreens™, and the unique, ultra-cold filtra-

tion production process ensures that as much nutri-

tion from the leaves as possible is packed into each

container

n BarleyLife (pH 6.5) is made from the finest barley

plants in the world, and barley leaves are an excellent

source of alkalinity. Green foods are an integral part

to a properly balanced diet, so replacing plates of

greens with glasses of BarleyLife juice is an excellent

alternative. The nutrients in BarleyLife will certainly

help support an alkaline diet.

Once a body pH is balanced, for example, the fat

cells created to store the acid waste from an unbalanced

diet are no longer necessary. When the body returns

to normal, these fat cells will disappear, and the body

should regulate itself back to a healthy weight.

Also, a properly balanced diet that maintains a healthy

pH level will help guard against disease. The body’s

immune system, which depends so much on that inter-

nal balance, will be much more prepared to fight off ill-

ness once it no longer has to fish out the harmful acids

from an unhealthy diet.

Those with inappropri-

ate pH levels, in addition

to suffering from weight

fluctuation and illness,

can also feel easily

stressed or worn

down. An alka-

line approach

to eating and

supplementa-

tion with AIM

products could

change all that. The nutri-

ents contained in alkalizing foods

slip into our cells and bloodstream,

revitalizing the way we feel. You might notice

the difference in a variety of ways, including

the feel of your skin, the boost of renewed

energy, and an improvement in cognition.

pH

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people feature

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The Annapurna Mountain Range is not a leisurely stroll

in the park. Annapurna is part of the Himalayas, an

Asian mountain chain stretching 1,600 miles in length and

up to 250 miles in width. The Himalayas are home to nine

of the 10 highest peaks in the world.

So what is an AIM Member from the flatlands of Fort

Worth, Texas, doing on a 10-day trip so far from home

in such a different geographic and cultural area? Earlier

this year, Hannah Behrens was a member of a team of

college-age students who traveled to the Annapurna area

with the 212 Degrees ministry. Based in Minneapolis, 212

Degrees, according to Hannah, “is designed to inspire,

influence, and impact individuals for Christ.” It wasn’t

just the challenge of traversing the mountains to reach

remote villages accessible only by foot, but once there

the notion of Christ was not exactly on the tip of the

tongues of the villagers. “The only religions most of them

know are Hinduism or Buddhism,” says Hannah. “There

are only three known Christians in that whole mountain

range.”

The ministry reaches out to the young people in the

Annapurnas, hoping “to teach them skills so they can

earn a living, become educated, self-sufficient, and learn

about Jesus,” says Hannah. She said the sex trade in one

area she visited is so bad that girls as young as age 6 are

victims. She also worked in a leper colony in Nepal.

Hannah has been an AIM Member since 2004. “Some

friends, Kyle and Kristen Hay, told me about the wonder-

ful health benefits the AIM products have given their fam-

ily of six. I know that proper supplementation is important

and didn’t want to go with just any company.” She chose

AIM because of the company’s excellent reputation.

She believes her use of AIM products made her trek

in the Annapurnas a lot easier than she feared. “Many

climbers experience constipation or intestinal sickness

due to the bacteria and parasites in the food and water,”

explains Hannah. “I experienced none of that during my

10 days there. I took my Herbal Fiberblend and BarleyLife

and kept up my energy and vitality as I was climbing those

mountains. I am a great fan of Herbal Fiberblend, my all-

time favorite supplement.” She also uses Cell Wellness

Restorer. “When I returned to the states, I did a parasite

cleanse with Para 90.”

Hannah says “staying healthy is a big passion of mine.”

She is committed to use of the AIM products, running,

and nutrition. “I eat as much raw and live foods as pos-

sible. My friends joke with me about my obsession with

greens.” She began running in the seventh grade, not to

compete but because her father and her sisters were run-

ners. She is now a marathon runner, participating in her

first 26-mile race in 2006 in Minnesota. “Missing social

events, re-working my schedule so I have time to train,

beating the Texas heat … it is all worth it when I cross

over the finish line.”

Hannah is a licensed realtor but the 212 Degrees min-

istry is never far from her thoughts. She encourages any-

one interested in it to visit www.212degrees.org or contact

her at [email protected]. She lives what she believes:

“Don’t complain about the problem unless you are willing

to be part of the solution.”

SOLUTION

A flatlander strives to be

a part of the

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living well

The introduction of AIM LeafGreens™ has been a huge success. Here are a few of the most frequently asked ques-tions we’ve received during the first few months since its introduction:

Q I can’t afford $56. Why is LeafGreens™ so expensive?

A Here are a few things to consider: One AIM LeafGreens™ canister provides a 38-day supply at

the recommended six gram serving per day. A daily serv-ing of LeafGreens costs $1.47.

Our ultra-cold filtration process concentrates 44 pounds of leaves into one pound of AIM LeafGreens™ or 22 pounds into one canister. It would take approximately 58 large bags of spinach to provide the equivalent leaf weight that is found in each canister of AIM LeafGreens™. At today’s prices this equates to about $174 worth of spinach.

Most of us know that spinach is a great source of iron. One canister of LeafGreens™ provides the iron equivalent of 46 pounds of spinach!

The nutrition facts panel alone should be enough to convince anyone. We encourage you to compare it to any green competitor.

These are just a few ways to measure the value of LeafGreens.

Q Why is there no maltodextrin in AIM

LeafGreens™?

A Maltodextrin is a com-plex carbohydrate from

corn that protects enzymes, reduces the stickiness of juices enabling us to spray-dry them. Our ultra-cold filtration pro-cess removes the natural juice sugars making it less sticky and easier to dry. Sugar is responsible for oxidation and clumping of juice powders so its removal extends shelf life and preserves enzymes. The absence of maltodextrin also drops the total carbo-hydrate content of AIM LeafGreens™ to just two grams per serving.

Q Can children take LeafGreens™?

A Yes, children over the age of 4 can take ½ to one tea-spoon of AIM LeafGreens™ per day. Kids over the age

of 14 can take a full serving and we recommend one tea-spoon in the morning and one in the afternoon. Our recom-mendations are based on the Dietary Reference Intake for children.

Q Why is the vitamin K content so high? Should I be concerned with 508 percent?

A The vitamin K is naturally occurring from our four leaf sources and cannot be adjusted by a consid-

erable amount through formulation changes. There is no toxicity for the natural vitamin K1 in AIM LeafGreens™. When beginning a new treatment of blood thinning medi-cation with your doctor, begin with one teaspoon contain-ing 203 micrograms of vitamin K. You should maintain a consistent intake of AIM LeafGreens™ during and after the time your physician determines your medication dosage.

Q Why do I feel tired after taking a full dose of AIM

LeafGreens™?

A Many AIM Members are familiar with the

term “detoxification,” but few ex pected to detoxify after years of taking other AIM products. Many individuals who received a sneak preview of AIM LeafGreens™ reported symptoms including fatigue, allergies, and headaches. Longtime AIM product users knew immediately that they were experienc-ing detoxification and dialed back their intake of AIM LeafGreens™ from two teaspoons to one teaspoon daily for the first few weeks of usage. Before long, most have been able to use two teaspoons daily.

Our next printing of the AIM LeafGreens™ label will include “New users begin with one teaspoon” to ease everyone into the benefits of AIM LeafGreens™ gradually.

AIM prides itself in its ability to provide detailed responses to each and every product inquiry quickly. We encourage anyone who has a question, comment, or testi-mony to utilize our phone, e-mail, and website resources to relay the information to us. By sharing this information with us you become a vital component of AIM’s Quality Assurance Department.

STEPS TO LIVING WELL:

The value of AIM LeafGreens™

Ryan DavisAIM Quality Assurance Manager

B Sc in Biology

Nutrition FactsServing Size 2 teaspoons (6 g)Servings Per Container 38

Calories 20 Amount per serving % DV*Total Fat 0 g 0% Saturated Fat 0 g 0%Cholesterol 0 mg 0%Sodium 10 mg 1%Potassium 90 mg 6%Total Carbohydrates 2 g 1% Dietary Fiber 1 g 4% Sugar 0 g Protein 3 g

Vitamin A 70% • Vitamin C 0%Calcium 6% • Iron 84%Vitamin E 6% • Vitamin K 508%Riboflavin 12% • Folate 6%Vitamin B12 8% • Magnesium 4%Manganese 14% • Chromium 26%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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AIM technology

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Technology has always played a key

part in the AIM motto of “Nutrition.

Opportunity. Success.” AIM is con-

stantly striving to be on the leading edge of tech-

nological change to benefit Members and the

company.

The web is now the place for business effi-

ciency, and the latest planned developments of

AIM technology are focused on providing a prof-

itable, valuable Internet experience. Examples

of additions coming soon to the AIM website

include:

➚An online commission calculator. The program

when completed will provide a training tool

and practice utility for Members to use. The

technology will be easy to understand, and

the interface, which will recognize Members

by their account information will provide a

snapshot of potential earnings based on cur-

rent organization points.

The new program is designed to boost the

resources of established Members and to aid in

the recruitment of new Members. Those who have

built businesses with the AIM compensation plan

will be able to use the calculator to emulate monthly

commissions and bonuses. Plus, a Member can type

in various amounts to see just how much extra he or

she would need to buy or encourage their downline

to buy in order to reach another bonus level.

Potential members should benefit from the tool

also. When explaining the business opportunity that

AIM offers, Members can show interested customers

just how much they stand to gain from joining AIM

by inputting various Bonus Volume combinations into

the commission calculator.

➚Another important part of the new wave of tech

updates scheduled for the AIM website is to have

more features of the Member Services portion

open to every Member. Currently, North American

Members have access to every area, but inter-

national Members are only able to access a few

parts. By allowing everyone the ability to use more

resources on the site,

Members will enjoy a

greater opportunity for

success.

➚ Insta-ordering has

been a successful

program for AIM

Members since its

launch in 2006,

and it has provided

a reliable way for

Members to ensure

they get their quali-

fying order every

month so they will not miss out on commissions.

AIM software developers are working on a program

AIM developing a number of website

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that will permit Members to sign-up for Insta-

Orders online, which will provide an alternative

to the traditional phone registration. Also in the

works is a program to allow greater flexibility

in order placement and monthly requirements,

changing the order criteria from a product-based

system to a price-based one. For instance, rather

than committing to an order for the same amount

of product every month, Members can instead

place their Insta-Order for $100 worth of prod-

ucts of their choice, allowing them to change the

mix of products they order each month to match

their needs.

➚Another new planned feature will be the ability

for Members to receive automatic notification

when changes occur in their downline activ-

ity (adversely affecting commission earnings)

or when they have failed to place a qualifying

order. Members will be able to opt in and elect

to be notified in a variety of different ways,

including text messages, e-mail, or a phone

call. The system will allow for some flexibility

so Members can customize the alerts to meet

their personal preference.

➚Other great features in the website’s future

include allowing international Members to order

products online for drop-shipments, enabling

greater contact management on Member

accounts, and hosting Member websites at AIM

headquarters to increase customization.

These future changes will provide Members

with greater tools for access of information, ease

of use, and personal business success. These proj-

ects remain in the development stage but they are

coming. Check www.barleylife.com to learn when

these website enhancements are activated.

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Peak EndurancenLow doses of grape powder may

inhibit the growth of colon cancer, according to a new study. Researchers at the University of California Irvine found that the synergistic effects of grape-powder compounds discour-aged the development of colon cancer by blocking a cellular signaling pathway in the body that is linked to 85 percent of the cases of colon cancer. Low doses of grape powder proved to be most effective, and no increased effects were found in patients who were given a higher dose. Most ben-efits of grapes have been linked to resveratrol, a compound abundant in the skin of red grapes, but this study found additional benefits in grape powder beyond the impact of resveratrol.

(Peak Endurance contains grape powder.)

Proancynol 2000nResearch from Japan has helped to support

the theory that green tea has a positive impact on warding off Alzheimer’s. The study found that green tea catechins help reduce the amount of plaque build-up in the brain, which can often lead to a drop in memory and cognition. Brain cell damage and oxidative stress are related to Alzheimer’s, which currently affects more than 13 million people worldwide.

(Proancynol 2000 contains 100 mg of green tea extracts.)

Herbal FiberblendnRecent studies have found that fiber may help reduce the risk of type-2 diabetes in women. By documenting the diets of more than 40,000 women, research-ers discovered a link between the amount of fiber in one’s diet and

the chances of developing diabetes. At the same time, the study showed that

diets high in carbohydrates and high-glycemic foods increased the risk for diabetes. More than 17 million Americans suffer from diabe-tes, and at least 90 percent have been diag-nosed with type-2 diabetes.

(Herbal Fiberblend contains five grams of dietary fiber.)

BarleyLife Xtran A study regarding the effect

of apples on colon health has found that the fruit can pro-tect against the onset of colon cancer. Researchers discovered that apple pectin and apple juice encouraged production of a short chain fatty acid called butyrate that helps inhibit the growth of a harmful enzyme in the colon. With decreased production of the enzyme (called histone deacetylases), precancerous and tumor cells would be less likely to grow.

(BarleyLife Xtra contains apple juice powder.)

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n Vitamin D has a positive effect on prostate health at the genetic level, according to a study done by the University of Rochester Medical Center. Researchers found that vitamin D can link to a gene that is involved with DNA protection and the release of antioxidants in the body. The study, which was performed specifically on prostate cells, adds evidence to previous research that has found significant anti-cancer benefits in vitamin D.

(CalciAIM™ contains vitamin D2, 283 IU per serving.)

Consider the benefits of these AIM products …

fitbits

fitbits briefs …nFitness crazes come and go. But, according to a spokes-

man for the American Council on Exercise, the best exercise does not have a cost and is easy to master: the push-up. It uses your own body weight along with grav-ity to tone and condition muscles. Done properly, a push-up uses muscles from the tip of the toes through the neck so multiple muscle groups are in play. For women, the push-up is considered beneficial because it can aid in bone build-up.

nRed foods are loaded with antioxidants that fight dis-ease and soak up damaging free radicals. The red foods with the most benefits, according to the American Dietetic Association, are cranberries, beets, straw-berries, cherries, tomatoes, raspberries, watermelon, pink grapefruit, and red peppers.

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dailyLife endorsement

Choosing a personal care product at the store can often feel like picking out the finest seashell on a

sandy beach. Where does one begin?With so many products to choose from, the decision

can be overwhelming and stressful, a consumer lesson in prudence and excess. But there is an alternative, your AIM dailyLife™ products.

AIM’s focus has always been on providing the best products on the market. This is evident in the 26-year tradition of whole food concentrates and nutritional sup-plements, and it has become true for AIM’s personal care line as well. Launched in the summer of 2007, dailyLife™ gives Members a way to take care of their outer health

with a number of different products for virtually any need. Everything from shampoo and soap to lotion and cream is available, and all of these products carry the traditional AIM care and integ-rity that Members have come to know and appreciate.

Andrew Gingerich is a Product Consultant from Sugarcreek, Ohio. He is a dailyLife™ believer after try-ing a number of different products prior to AIM introduc-ing the “Upper Hand” hand cream. Finally, help for his hands.

Dear AIM,

“I work at a cheese-manufacturing factory, where I have my hands in saltwater for a half

hour to 45 minutes a day for five days every week. The strong soap we use at the factory to

wash the separator is also hard on my hands, causing my hands to crack and peel. It has

brought a lot of discomfort to me. When I would awake most mornings, I would have 10 to

15 cracks on my hands that were broken and bleeding. I could barely move my hands.

“My mother, Edith Gingerich, gave me a tube of the dailyLife™ lime squeeze hand cream.

I had tried a number of other products to no avail. The first time I put this on my hands,

they felt so much softer with great relief from the cracks. I use it several times a day – once

before going to work and again after coming home.

“My sister has also had good success with the dailyLife™ hand cream. She has always

had skin issues with infected hands and wrists at times. Recently, after using the lotion,

this infected area cleared up without spreading like it normally does.”– Andrew Gingerich

Your hands deserve a touch of the best

It is no surprise that the AIM hand cream has such restorative benefits. The cream is filled with helpful nutrients to soothe and repair damaged skin and hydrate and nourish hard-working hands.

One of the most unique nutrients found in the hand cream is the plant-based glyc-erin. Most hand lotions contain glycerin, and it is a popular solution for moisturiza-tion. What makes dailyLife™ hand cream stand apart is the type of glycerin used.

Most companies rely on an animal-based glycerin that can be loaded with synthet-ics and additives that are unhealthy at best and harmful at worst. AIM’s product uses plant-based glycerin for an all-natural effect. Obtaining the nutrient through a natural process gives Members the best of both worlds: a healthy product through a healthy process.

Glycerin is a popular lotion ingredient thanks to its moisturizing effect. It acts as a humectant, meaning it attracts water to the skin, allowing the skin to remain soft and hydrated. The nutrient can also help fight yeast and fungal infections that often lead to skin conditions like eczema.

With vitamin E, sweet almond oil, and aloe leaf juice in addi-tion to the glycerin, the hand cream is full of all the nutrients you would need in a lotion. Its restorative benefits and daily

relief help it stand apart from other hand-care products.

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member feature

S

omeone said them, wrote them, or thought

them. Someone else figured they sounded

pretty good so the comments were remembered and

repeated. No one knows who started the whole thing

so the quote is attributed to “Anonymous.”

Well, Anonymous, meet Nancy Bulka, a Royal

Emerald Director from Westland, Michigan, a Detroit

suburb of 87,000 people. She sure seems to qualify in

the eyes of Anonymous as someone possessing traits

associated with “values that last a lifetime.” Those

include:

n Suffering with fortitude life’s accidents.

n Concern for the welfare of others.

Suffering with fortitude life’s accidents

“What an awesome AIM arsenal we

have when disaster strikes,” says Nancy.

“I believe firmly that a healthy diet and lifestyle are

the most important factors in empowering my immune

system to keep me well and healthy.” Now, she believes,

she really knows the truth of her words.

This spring she and her husband, Gene, took off on

a bike ride to her sister’s apartment about four miles

away. The first three miles, 5,279-feet went fine. It was

at the end of the fourth mile, at 5,280 feet, that things

didn’t go so well. “My foot caught getting off the bike

and I crashed backwards. I knew I was hurt.” Hurt as in a bro-

ken hip needing surgery. “I have said for years that I don’t want

to get to know doctors or nurses personally, but if I ever a break

a bone, I will run if I can to a doctor. Well, it happened.”

From Sunday afternoon until surgery Monday evening at

6:30, Nancy was not allowed to eat or consume water. No prob-

lem. “BarleyLife melts right in your mouth without ever reach-

ing your stomach. Just Carrots and RediBeets capsules do the

same thing as long as you don’t swallow them whole. Taking

them while waiting for surgery made my mouth and throat feel

moist. Not only was I spared hunger and thirst, but

my cells were being fed without my stomach having

to process any food.”

The surgery went well. So well, in fact, that when

her roommate was trying to reach for something

Nancy got out of bed and handed it to her. “Then I

realized I was standing” and she climbed back into

bed. Her type of surgery can require a hospital stay of

up to five days. Nancy headed home Wednesday, less

than 48 hours after her Monday evening procedure.

Once home, it was back to her AIM routine of the

‘No, no, no … OK, you win, tell me about AIM’

Gene and Nancy Bulka with gold and silver medals in Senior Olympics swimming, basketball, and horseshoes.

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past 15 years. BarleyLife, Herbal Fiberblend, Just Carrots,

Renewed Balance, and AIMega. Plus plenty of healthy

foods and lots of water. “You can’t begin proper supplemen-

tation with AIM’s food-based nutrients, proper eating, and

drinking plenty of water when disaster strikes. Begin now

to prepare for the future.” Her remarkable recovery from a

broken hip has validated her lifestyle choices of the past 15

years. “You can bet I’m not changing anything now.”

Concern for the welfare of others“Give of yourself without regard to what you can gain,”

says Nancy. It is a philosophy of life passed from her par-

ents. “They were quiet, unassuming, faithful people who

lived to minister to others without asking anything in

return.”

The AIM products and the AIM principles, Nancy feels,

are a reflection of who she is, what she believes. “The ability

I’ve been given to impact people’s lives and health through

the high-quality AIM products and nutritional informa-

tion is a blessing I’ve never taken for granted.” To this day,

she can’t get over her first AIM convention in Boca Raton,

Florida. “I earned the entire trip and couldn’t believe any

company would pay my way to such an awesome resort

just because I shared my wonderful discovery of health-

ful living with friends and acquaintances. I roomed with a

stranger who quickly became a friend. I have never regret-

ted for a minute my decision to commit myself to the AIM

mission” of helping Members achieve their health and

wealth goals.

“Life, real life, is about being able to carry on and be of

service to others,” Nancy believes.

Nancy’s affiliation with AIM is not a typical AIM story.

It came, she recalls, as a result of “pes-

tering. A co-worker of mine with Ford

Motor Company, Nancy Mills, tried for

years to get me to try the AIM prod-

ucts. Finally, she had me trapped in a

car on a short vacation trip. I finally

gave in and really listened to her. I am

thankful for that day and I will be for-

ever grateful to Nancy for not giving up on me.”

Within five years of using and encouraging others to use

the AIM products, Nancy’s AIM commission matched her

Ford Motor check. She launched Garden Ministries out of

her faith so directing her and her belief in AIM. “I am so

thankful to Nancy Mills and AIM for completely changing

my direction in life. This is a ministry beyond anything I

ever dreamed of as a legal secretary at Ford.”

Nancy Bulka’s not-so-typical AIM tale does not stop

with Nancy Mills. How about a neighbor offering to become

an AIM distributor to help her business? Someone asking

to become an AIM Member is not an everyday happen-

ing. And a marriage, too? Not exactly the stuff of betting

odds in Las Vegas. Yet, today it is Nancy Bulka, married to

husband Gene for nearly four years. “Gene, my neighbor,

offered to become a Member of my downline to help my

business. I made him an even better offer,” laughs Nancy.

“Marry me and become an AIM Royal Emerald Director. I

am so glad he did.” The Bulkas have eight grown children

and 18 grandchildren. “When we married, Gene carried a

card for one year with the names of my 15 grandchildren

on it,” smiles Nancy.

Gene and Nancy with oldest granddaughter Kathryn and her new husband, Elmo, June 2007.

Nancy Mills

Scan Nancy’s life and you see unrelated events all com-

ing together to form who she is today. There was a Dale

Carnegie course at Ford that she uses today in her AIM

business. A co-worker named Nancy Mills, who would not

take no for an answer. A neighbor, Gene Bulka, offering

to join the company to assist her. The helping others belief

instilled in her by her parents. An AIM convention that

changed her life, to the point where she still recalls the

first time she sang the AIM song, “In Partnership for Life.”

A bike accident that affirmed her belief in diet, exercise,

and the AIM products. The inspirational words of an AIM

executive who challenged her to give her customers outra-

geous service.

Nancy no doubt understands the message from yet

another Anonymous source: “Light a lamp for someone

and it will also brighten your path.”

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There is nothing wrong with being

women’s health

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Roselle is right. The proges-

terone in Renewed Balance is

a key component to women’s

health. Progesterone stimulates

and regulates a number of differ-

ent functions in the body, and it is

an important hormone in main-

taining pregnancy and assisting

in conception. Many women find

it necessary for a proper men-

strual cycle. Improperly man-

aged progesterone levels can

lead to irregular menstruation

and symptoms of PMS.

Renewed Balance, then, is

a key product for those strug-

gling with hormonal imbalance.

Adverse effects can be felt if

estrogen levels get too high, so

maintaining an even balance is

important for overall health.

The progesterone in Renewed

Balance is absorbed through the

skin and stored in fat cells until

needed by the body. Balancing

hormones is perhaps its most

important function, but it also has

benefits for fibrocystic breasts,

uterine lining, and sexual desire.

“I t just makes me feel happy. ”

Nora Patriquen, an AIM Director from Quispamsis, New Brunswick, has been taking RevitaFem for more than three years, and she can’t imagine life without it.

“I just feel good all over,” she says. “I was taking one a day at first, but when I had my naturopathic doctor check me out on it, he said I should take two. I told him one made me feel happy, and he said, ‘Just think how good you’ll feel taking two!’”

Stories like Nora’s are commonplace with products like RevitaFem and

Renewed Balance. The benefits of both are outstanding for women going through

menopause or seeking a supplement that can help balance or replace hormones.

Roselle Rippo, an AIM Director from San Diego, California, attributes her menopause relief to Renewed Balance, and her disposition has turned her friends onto the product as well.

“I have been taking Renewed Balance for a while now,” Roselle says. “I had no problems to begin with as I had been taking AIM prod-

ucts since the early ’80s; however, I did have hot flashes. Using Renewed Balance relieved my hot flashes and made me feel happy. Renewed Balance is a progesterone cream that does not use a preservative, and that was important to me. I attribute my upbeat and energetic disposition to my use of Renewed Balance.

“I will continue to use AIM’s pure progesterone cream every day as I have read research that says progesterone helps keep bones strong and hormones in balance. Two of my friends have noticed my energy and feeling of well-being and have just started to use Renewed Balance this month, too.”

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Stephanie D., a Member from New York, noticed Renewed Balance’s effect on her weight, her energy, and her life. It has helped her feel young again.

“I am writing to let you know how much Renewed Balance cream has changed my life. At the age of

30, after my second pregnancy, my progesterone lev-els dropped. I felt terrible and was having menstrual symptoms all the time. Imagine having PMS all the time! I got very, very tired and my doctors thought I had clinical depression. My doctors checked me for fibroids, a brain tumor, and everything else. It took six years for them to figure out that my progesterone levels were very, very low.

“My doctor put me on low-dose synthetic proges-terone (birth control pills), and I gained 20 pounds almost overnight. I could not lose weight, and I was craving carbs all the time. Finally, in an effort to help myself, I read a book about natural progesterone, and it suggested Renewed Balance.

“This product has saved my life. I am now normal again for the first time in over six years. I use the product daily, as my body does not produce enough progesterone. I have lost 10 pounds so far and am still losing. My mother and I have both noticed that my skin is much younger-looking, more plumped-up and rosy. I have much more energy and feel like I did when I was in my 20s. I can now keep up with my kids, my job, and my house. I am happy to hop out of bed in the morning. Thank you, thank you, thank you!”

Stephanie’s thankfulness for Renewed Balance is

echoed by Cathy Van Essen’s praise of RevitaFem. Cathy, a Director from Lakefield, Ontario, has noticed the

difference in her life since she started taking RevitaFem.

Her family has noticed, too.

“Waking up in a sweat in the middle of the night and being crabby during the day are

not two of my favorite things to do!“In May of 2006, I was chatting with a lady in my

downline and she said to me, ‘Have you ever tried RevitaFem? It is wonderful!’ She explained to me how for a year she had been using it and how it had helped her with menopausal symptoms, such as hot flashes and mood swings.

“I thought to myself, ‘Maybe this is what I need!’

So, I ordered some right away. Within a week of tak-ing one capsule morning and night, I noticed I didn’t have hot flashes any more. I also noticed an increase in energy. Over the following weeks, there was a definite difference in my mood swings also. Some mornings when I forgot to take it, I noticed that by mid-morning my face would begin to flush as if I was having a mild hot flash. I quickly swallowed a RevitaFem and within the hour I was fine again.

“I decided to stop taking it for a week to see if it was really helping or whether it was ‘all in my head.’ After a few days of ‘increasing crabbiness’ my poor husband commented, ‘I thought those pills were supposed to be helping you?’ I laughingly replied, ‘They would if I took them!’

“So now I faithfully take my RevitaFem to keep me and my family happy!”

RevitaFem was designed for just such situations. It is a natural, botanical supplement that provides hormonal help to women during menopause, giving relief from discomfort as well as supporting physical and emotional balance.

RevitaFem derives its effect from phytoestrogens, an herbal supplement that helps regulate female hormones. If the body’s supply of estrogen is too great, phytoestrogen will block overstimulated cells. If the supply is too low, phy-toestrogen will act as a substitute for the lessened estrogen.

Both RevitaFem and Renewed Balance have proven to be effective, beneficial products for women going through menopause or needing hormonal balance or replacement. Other AIM products such as CalciAIM™ can also lend a hand during this time, making it easier to find just the right balance for each individual situation. Why CalciAIM™? As a result of a drop in estrogen, women’s bodies can expe-rience adverse effects, including loss of bone density. While some amount of bone loss is practically inevitable, taking CalciAIM™ can help diminish the sever-ity of the issue. Absorption of calcium after menopause may become a problem, too, since the body will have less vitamin D, an essential component in calcium absorption. CalciAIM™, which con-tains both calcium and vitamin D, provides a way to ensure optimal absorption and supply necessary health benefits.

Menopause is a reality, but it does not have to be an

uncomfortable one thanks to a selection of AIM products.

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2009 convention

The AIM Convention in Lake Las Vegas will be a one-of-a-kind experience at one of the most luxurious resorts in the country. There will be plenty of ways to fill your day with shopping, plenty of pools and water activities, and great golf courses. One thing’s for sure, it’s got people talking!

The 2009 AIM Convention is being held at the Loews Lake Las Vegas Resort in Henderson, Nevada. We hope you’ll make the effort to join us July 15 – 19, 2009, for another unforgettable AIM Convention.

Hi there!We’re on our way home from California and we decided to spend our night in Vegas at the Loews. Steve and the kids thought I was crazy driving them so far away from the strip, but once we reached the Loews in Henderson (remember, it’s 17 miles away from the strip), their eyes got big and they couldn’t believe we were gonna stay in such an amazing resort.I’m telling you – we made the right choice! The Members are going to love this place. There is nothing “Vegas” about it! We made a great decision to bring the convention here. Members will thoroughly enjoy this resort and leave feeling pampered like never before.I’ve included a few pictures to refresh your memory of the hotel and grounds. With the resort being surrounded by Reflections Bay Golf Course and, of course, Lake Las Vegas, the views are breathtaking. I know they’re going to be surprised by the fact that there isn’t a casino at this property. I must admit, it sure is nice that you don’t hear the sounds of slot machines or pit bosses all the time. That is certainly refreshing. Plus, if anyone does wish to drop in a few coins, there is a casino down the road at MonteLago Village, and the hotel offers a complimentary shuttle back and forth.Dude – the pools at this place are phenomenal! And I don’t think I’ve ever been to a place with as many lounge chairs and shade options. Sure makes it nice since it’s so warm outside. We spent quite a bit of time out there yesterday. Rick – I’m telling you, the beauty and comfort alone are worth the trip to this resort and I’m excited to be able to plan an AIM event here for the 2009 convention. Well – despite the fact that the kids (and Steve) want to stay a day or two longer, we’re getting ready to head home so I can get back to work by Monday … don’t suppose you’d consider letting me stay here for a couple more days of “research?” No – I didn’t figure you would. See ya Monday.–Stacey

Rick Coffman <[email protected]>

Loews Lake Las Vegas Resort Rocks!

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Grand Canyon helicopter tour

Convention Auto Pay P rogramPlan NOW to attend the 2009 AIM Convention at Loews Lake Las Vegas Resort in Henderson,

Nevada! Make it easy to afford and sign up for the Convention Auto Pay Program.

Fill out an online registration form by October 31, 2008, and you can pay for a full convention package in seven monthly install-ments of $98.00 US/CDN. Payments will be drawn from November 2008 through May 2009.

If you win an award in the It’s in the Cards 2008 contest, you’ll be reimbursed for the amount of your award.

The auto pay program is applicable to full convention packages* only.*A full convention package includes four nights hotel accommodations (based on double occupancy), Welcome Dinner,

four breakfasts, and Gala Dinner. Thursday and Friday sessions are complimentary.

Either log onto www.barleylife.com/convention and click on the register here button or phone 1-800-456-2462 and we’ll either mail or fax you a form to fill out and return. It’s that simple! Don’t miss out on this affordable opportunity to attend the 2009 AIM Convention. Viva Loews Lake Las Vegas Resort!

2008 contest / 2009 convention

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The Best Deal in Town!Depending on your prize level achievements you can earn a Convention Cash

Award that goes toward paying your way to attend the 2009 AIM Convention

in Lake Las Vegas! This is an AIMazing opportunity for you to go to the con-

vention yourself or transfer the prize to someone else so that they can experi-

ence the joy, the learning, and the fellowship that is an AIM Convention. The Loews

Lake Las Vegas Resort is a beautiful oasis in the desert where you can rest, relax,

and enjoy the fun and celebration. We look forward to seeing you there!

1,000 points above 2007 contest = $150.00 – Convention Cash

2,000 points above 2007 contest = $250.00 – Convention Cash

3,000 points above 2007 contest = $350.00 – Convention Cash

4,000 points above 2007 contest = $500.00 – Convention Cash

(or a Grand Canyon helicopter trip plus one night extra stay)

*Convention Cash is only valid on events and convention packages. All Convention Cash is transferable. One accepted transfer per membership. If Convention Cash is

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aim business

“I sure could use some extra money.” Not exactly

something that most of us haven’t said to our-

selves at some time. Saying it is easy enough.

Obtaining it is not as hard as you might imagine.

What if you could earn that extra money from a home-

based business that does not require a financial investment

to build? AIM has been offering this opportunity since it

began in 1982. You already are an AIM Member. You are

using the AIM products. They have made a difference in

your life and you want to share your success with family

and friends. Make it your mission to spread the good word

about the AIM products and receive extra income. Keep

in mind that you are aiming to promote good health. Life,

after all, should not be lived in less health than is possible.

One of the quickest ways to earn extra money is through

the $mart$tart™ Bonus program. When you sponsor a new

Member who places an order, you will receive a 20 percent

cash bonus on the Bonus Volume Points (BVP) of that first

order, up to 300 BVP. For example, if the new Member

orders 100 BVP, you receive a cash bonus of $20. The more

new Members you sponsor, the larger the bonus. It is really

that simple. For complete $mart$tart™ Bonus program

details, contact the AIM Call Center at 1-800-456-2462.

As a new Member, as soon as you and your

group (downline of sponsored Members) accumulate

450 BVP within a consecutive three-month period, you

rise to the level of Preferred Member in AIM’s “The

Opportunity” compensation plan. At this point, you can

begin receiving commission checks including 6 percent on

the Group Volume of your personally sponsored wholesale

Members, 6 percent on the BVP of your personally spon-

sored Express Customers, and 6 percent on your personal

BVP. As you continue to grow, your commission check

amounts will increase. Plus, you can do it all from the com-

fort of your own home.

Speaking of home, one of the best ways to sponsor new

members is to have informal home meetings – AIM product

parties – to discuss and demonstrate the benefits of the AIM

products. AIM can provide you with ideas to make these

meetings fun, informative, and successful. Sales tools

are at your fingertips: DVDs, datasheets, post-

ers, data postcards, magazines, single product

samples, and much more. As you become more knowledge-

able about the AIM products (join free AIM teleclasses™,

attend AIM conventions, or AIMing Higher training), the

more products you can discuss with your new or potential

Members. Your business is bound to grow.

If a home meeting is not possible, try the penny rule. Put

five pennies in one pocket and make it your goal to move a

penny from one pocket to another each time you talk with

someone about AIM. The objective is to move those five

pennies from pocket to pocket each week. At the end of

a year, you will have talked with around 250 people …

simple as one person at a time, some of whom will join you

in fulfilling the AIM mission.

Remember, you do not have to build an AIM business

all on your own. You have the support of a company that

has been in business for 26 years. That is not to say that

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Dealing with the physical pain and psychological hurdles associated with disease is hard enough. Living with social consequences makes matters

that much more difficult.Psoriasis sufferers know this full well. Their condition,

which results from an overabundance of skin cell produc-tion, can be painful, emotional, and very public. Symptoms can include discoloration, flaking, discomfort, and a wide number of other maladies. Apart from the physical symp-toms, patients struggle with psychological issues of self-esteem and depression, stemming from social ridicule or avoidance.

When affected with a skin condition like psoriasis, there is often no hiding it. You share the severity with the world, whether you like it or not. For the more than 7 million Americans afflicted with psoriasis, the social aspect of their condition can be as damaging as the pain and discomfort.

Medical doctors do not have a consensus on the best way to treat psoriasis. Many physicians often choose a trial-and-error approach to determine the best course of action, and treatment can vary based on a number of different factors, including severity, location, and extent. Sometimes, gender, age, climate, and other characteristics can play a part in the decision to treat, too.

One natural treatment that can have good results is tak-ing an AIM nutritional supplement that contains omega fatty acids. Our bodies use fatty acids for a number of dif-ferent functions in the body, especially to promote healthy

hair, nails, and skin. Omega fatty acids are not made naturally in the body, so we must get our

necessary supply elsewhere through diet or supplements.

AIMega® is an AIM supplement rich in essential fatty acids. The product contains Omega -3, -6, and -9 fatty acids and provides a great alternative to trying to get enough omega-rich fish in a diet or using a fish oil supplement.

The oils in AIMega® come from flax seed, sesame seed, olive oil, and sunflower oil and are all organic. Omega-6 fatty acids, in particular, have a great effect on skin con-ditions and have been proven to reduce the symptoms of eczema and psoriasis.

Liana Kopalyan, a Director from Las Vegas, Nevada, struggled with dry skin in the hot desert until she found AIMega®.

“I used AIMega® and had great results. I live in Las Vegas, and therefore it is very dry. But now I no lon-ger have dry skin and heels. My skin is actually perfect – neither dry nor oily. I do understand that over-all health contributes to many different things, but I can tell you when I don’t use the AIMega®, my skin becomes dry. This has been amazing for me because I struggled with dry skin for years since I have been in Vegas.”

While the benefits of AIMega® are outstanding for those afflicted with serious skin disease, the capsules can also have a very positive effect on simpler skin problems. Dryness, cracking, and age spots react the same way to the omega fatty acids as the negative side effects of psoriasis and other serious conditions.

Another Member who has definitely noticed the difference in her skin while on AIMega® is Preferred Member Sara Karr from Sarnia, Ontario.

“AIMega® has helped me in many ways. Probably the biggest way is with better skin. I say that because I had very dry and cracked skin, espe-cially on my hands. Now I have nice clear hands. I take AIMega® three times a day, and I am glad to have such great skin with a natural product.”

Don’t be afraid to be noticed

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True or false. Circle the correct answer(s).

Melinda Lewis is:

(A) Mistress of ceremonies at the annual AIM convention.

(B) General manager of AIM Australia and AIM New Zealand.

(C) Does not have gills or fins but maybe should with her love of swimming, water aerobics, and deep-water running.

(D) As a youth, represented her state in tennis.(E) Volunteers in a cancer support program where she

coordinates others in visiting cancer patients.(F) Participated as a team leader in training airline

cabin crews.(G) Has a diploma in nutritional supplementation and

a certification in human resources.(H) All of the above.

The answer is H. Which leads to another question. How?

Melinda credits AIM products and healthy eating. “The Garden Trio provides me with the stamina required before any workout. I follow up with daily use of FloraFood, GinkgoSense, and regular use of Herbal Fiberblend.” Plus, she adds, “there is nothing more therapeutic and reward-ing than cooking with fresh food.” She enjoys mak-ing meals from scratch instead of reaching for easier and time-friendly processed meals.

In her spare time, Melinda, a resident of Melbourne and its 3.5 million people, likes to head back home to Byron Bay, Australia’s most easterly point, where “there are magnificent beaches and an organic way of life, a nice break from the Melbourne buzz.” As active as she is, you might think she would take it easy on her vacations. Not so. Earlier this year she went on a two-week walking tour of the Amalfi coastline in Italy. Walking distances were up the 7.5 miles per day. No problem, smiles Melinda, “taking the AIM products made this journey a breeze.”

The AIM products, Melinda says, pro-duce what she describes as “the best

thing about working for AIM. It is hearing people’s sto-ries. Every day we (the AIM Australia office) receive calls from delighted Members. These are Members who have overcome massive health challenges.” She adds that her Call Center representatives are also believers in the AIM products, encouraging their own families to embrace the AIM Healthy Cell Concept®. The reps include Denise Eichelmann, Carol Sztanski, Jomary Stockden, and Andrea Fulton.

Melinda has been with AIM for nearly seven years. “AIM Australian Members display passion and enthusiasm for AIM and have a fantastic work ethic. I am more than happy to support Members who wish to work tirelessly at health expos and festivals around Australia to promote the AIM products and its brand.”

The work of the Members and the leadership of the AIM Australia office are obvious in the numbers they pro-duce. Despite product limitations due to a challenging reg-ulatory environment, for nearly two years the Australian office has led all other countries in membership growth. Pretty remarkable given that Australia is the second-smallest AIM country as measured by population.

A hero of hers is Sir Richard Branson, the English businessman who has created more than 360

brands under his Virgin label. The two most-known are Virgin Records

and Virgin Airlines. Melinda sees similarities between him and AIM co-owners Ron Wright and Dennis Itami. “They wish to make a differ-ence in the industries they

work in. Ron and Dennis have provided Members with the larg-

est range of barley products in the world. The AIM brand and range of

products stand for quality and being able to enjoy life to the fullest.”

Melinda Lewis types do not come along every day, a fact not lost on Ron

Wright. “I wish we could clone her,” he smiles.

‘I wish we could clone her’

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good things are happening

2008 AIM ConventionJune 18-22, 2008 • Norfolk, Virginia

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Feeling young is within your reach with AIM Peak Endurance®. Get back the energy you lose

through age, stress, and exercise by tapping in to the supply of ATP found in Peak Endurance. As the “energy currency of the body,” ATP is the key to feeling vibrant, youthful, and energetic.

Rediscover your active lifestyle

with AIM Peak Endurance®!

Recapture the energy of your youth …

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news briefs

Ohio, Texas schedule state meetings

AIM leaders in Ohio and in Texas have announced dates for their respective meetings. While the meet-ings draw most attendees from their respective states, there are always a number of out-of-state AIM Members in attendance plus excellent speakers covering product information and business-building.

Ohio BarleyLife Conference: Keith and Charlotte Thompson, as they have in the past, are directing this year’s conference. It will be held Friday, October 31, and Saturday, November 1, in Wilmot, Ohio, at The Inn at Amish Door (www.amishdoor.com). The Thompson e-mail address is [email protected]. Their phone number is 330-852-2967.

Texas BarleyLife Convention: The Texas meeting rotates coordinators. For 2009 it is Tom and Barb Flournoy, assisted by their daughter and son-in-law, Kyle and Kristen Hay. The convention is Thursday, January 29, through Saturday, January 31, with departure on Sunday, February 1. It will be held in Nacogdoches in east Texas, the oldest city in the state, at the Fredonia Hotel.

LeafGreens™ postcards availableShare the news of AIM’s latest product with a

LeafGreens™ postcard.The cards, which include

nutrition facts, health benefits, and serving amounts, come in packages of 25 and cost $5.00 per package. They make a great handout for home meetings, potential Members, or everyday conversations.

LeafGreens™ is a revolution-ary new product that everyone deserves to hear about, and the postcard provides a convenient way to do so.

Submit your ideas for teleclasses, facilitators

The AIM Companies™ hosts teleclasses through our bridge line. Class topics typically come under the headings of Product or Business. We want the classes to be reflective of what the Members wish to learn about. With that in mind, if a Member has a teleclass idea and even the name of someone who could host the class, please contact Joyce Janzen at [email protected] or call the AIM office, 1-800-456-2462, and ask for Joyce.

If your idea or your recommendation for the facilitator is accepted, you will receive a BarleyLife product of your choice for free.

Convention auto-pay a convenient optionPaying for an AIM convention in one lump sum may be dif-

ficult, which is why AIM is offering a way to make the payment a little easier to swallow.

Sign up to participate in the “Convention Auto Pay Program” by October 31, and you can pay for a full convention pack-age in just seven monthly installments of $98.00. Once you sign up, the payments will be withdrawn from your bank account every month, beginning in November 2008 and going through May 2009.

And what if you are trying to earn your way to Lake Las Vegas through the It’s in the Cards contest? The “Convention Auto Pay Program” has you covered. If you win an award in the contest, you’ll be reimbursed for the amount of the award.

Look for opportunities to share the AIM message

A key to building a successful downline is keeping an eye out for the opportunity to share AIM products. Royal Emerald Director Charlotte Thompson’s opportunity pedaled right past her home.

The Great Ohio Bicycle Adventure (GOBA) is an annual bicycle vacation through several Ohio towns that takes place during a one-week period each summer. More than 3,000 bicyclists from across the United States (and, in some cases, beyond the U.S.) participated in the event, which took place June 14-21.

Charlotte and her downline saw the race as a great oppor-tunity to share Peak Endurance with the bicyclists. The GOBA often calls for riders to pedal for more than 50 miles each day, so the energy benefits of Peak Endurance were a perfect fit for their needs. As a natural, oral source of ATP, Peak Endurance was designed to provide energy and needed nutrients to those who need it most, and the GOBA bikers certainly fit the demographic.

On June 20, the next to last day of the event, members of Charlotte’s downline passed out small cups of mixed Peak Endurance along with free Peak Endurance single packet sam-ples attached to an information card. With help from the AIM Call Center in Nampa, Idaho, Charlotte was able to design the cards and have them packaged and shipped to her in Ohio.

San Antonio health seminar slatedDr. John Shewfelt, a dynamic speaker and health expert,

will be presenting his message of “How to Stay Young and Healthy” in San Antonio, Texas, on October 18 at the Wurzbach Estate Conference Center. The seminar will cover information about the Healthy Cell Concept™, diabetes and heart disease prevention, making healthy choices, and how to look and feel young again; and it is sure to be educational, inspirational, and informative.

The registration fee for the event is $30.00 if registered by September 30 and $40.00 after October 1. For questions or to register, contact Jean Dukes at (210) 566-4379.

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Unleash thePower!

The Power Within …AIM LeafGreens™ – energize your life from the inside out with an all-natural juice concentrate made from spinach, faba bean, fi eld pea, and barley leaves. One daily serving will provide an unprecedented wealth of natural nutrients to protect and maintain your health. No other green food compares to AIM LeafGreens™.

AIM LeafGreens™ 8 oz powder (5093E)• 50 percent alkaline protein • Loaded with vitamins A, K, and much more • Supplies minerals such as iron and chromium • Rich in antioxidants and phytochemicals• Detoxifi es; increases energy • Anti-aging properties • Promotes healthy vision• Supports bone building• Alkalinizes body pH• Counteracts infl ammation• Low carb, low-sodium, no fat, no sugar• Smooth and mild citrus taste

Gram for gram, AIM LeafGreens™ provides:• 93 times more iron than spinach • 37 times more vitamin A than cooked broccoli• 41 times more vitamin K than dark green leaf lettuce• 6 times more folate than green peas

How to take:Just one serving a day on an empty stomach. Add 6 g (2 teaspoons) of AIM LeafGreens™ with 6 to 10 ounces of cold water or your favorite beverage in a shaker. Enjoy! New users, begin with 1 teaspoon.

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September:• National Arthritis Month:

Promote healing and pain relief! Purchase LeafGreens (5096E), AIMega (4036E), and Frame Essentials (3647E) and save $17. Limit of 3 per membership.

October:• Menopause awareness

month: Balance your “inner body” the natural way! Purchase AIM RevitaFem (3500E), AIMega (4036E), and ProBone (4631E) and save $10. Limit of 3 per membership.

September and October:• Boost your Energy and

more! Stay younger lon-ger! Purchase 2 AIM Peak Endurance canisters (4190E) and receive 1 free with no BVP. Unlimited quantities.

• Relieve tension and relax! Stock up … as the rush of the holiday season is just around the corner. Buy 3 Composure (4377E) and save $10. Unlimited quantities.

• Start your holiday shop-ping early! Choose 3 of any dailyLife™ product and save $10. Choices include hand cream, shampoo, conditioner (4887E, 4869E, 4878E). Unlimited quantities.

AIM Canada Product Specials:

AIM meeting scheduled in MinnesotaJoin fellow AIM Members in Hastings, Minnesota, on

October 4 to hear from an expert on health and wellness about how to chart your course to health. AIM Royal Emerald Director Gerald Phillips, a nutrition expert and educator from Texas, will be the special guest speaker for the event, which will focus on good eating habits and healthy living.

Registration for the event is $50.00; lunch is included in the price.

To sign up, contact Carol Cover at (507) 645-7202, Angie Olson at (651) 437-5668, or send an e-mail to [email protected].

Sharing the Basics flyer offered to Members

Sharing the word about The AIM Companies™ has never been easier. Grow your downline and recruit potential Members by providing them with a Sharing the Basics flyer. The lit-erature explains the AIM message of

nutrition, opportunity, and success and provides potential Members with details about the Living Well Concept and the Healthy Cell Concept®. Plus, there is information on how to order by phone, fax, mail, and online.

Sharing the Basics comes in packages of 25s and 100s and costs $3.75 and $12.00, respectively. Add some to your next order, and find out just how easy it is to get others involved in AIM.

AIM product CD availableImagine that you’re talking with someone and the con-

versation creates an opening to share the benefits of one or more of the AIM products. Wouldn’t it be great if you had basic information available in your mind that would come pouring out at a moment’s notice?

The revised AIM Product Sound-bytes CD can make this a reality for you. The purpose of the AIM Product Soundbytes CD is to educate yourself any time you’re driving or studying the AIM products at home. Just pop in the CD, do some listening, and you’ll have saved the product information to the greatest computer ever made … your mind. Think about how impressed a pro-spective member will be with your product knowledge. The AIM Product Soundbytes CD is an excellent tool to hand out, as well. The CD, code 4546E, is a real bargain at $1.00 – for yourself and to give to others.

LeafGreens™ video can be accessed online

Learn more about LeafGreens™ with the LeafGreens™ Snapshot video, now available online. Find out about the nutritional value of each of the four leaves that make up LeafGreens™, and discover how AIM’s unique ultra-cold filtration process works. While you’re there, feel free to browse other product Snapshots and find out something new about another AIM product.

To view the LeafGreens™ video online, go to BarleyLife.com and locate the “now playing” tab at the top. From its drop-down, select “Watch a video.” On the next page, select “AIM Products.” From here you can choose to watch the LeafGreens™ video, as well as many others.

September-October contest/convention bonus products listed

Looking for a way to earn more purchase credit points in the It’s in the Cards convention contest? Bonus purchase credits may be just what you need.

Throughout Septem ber and October, by purchas-ing AIMega®, BarleyLife nutri tion-on-the-go sin-gles (traditional and Xtra), Calci AIM™ (ProBone in Canada), Cell Wellness Restorer, dailyLife™ by AIM products, Frame Essen-tials, Herbal Fiberblend fiber-on-the-go singles, (FiberBalance in Can-ada), LeafGreens™, Peak Endurance, Revita Fem, and ReAssure, you will receive an additional 50 percent of your personal BVP on those products for a total of 200 percent in purchase credits. Plus, when your new and established down-line Members to three lev-els purchase any of these bonus AIM products, you will receive an additional 10 percent of their BVPs.

Stay up-to-date with monthly bonus purchase products and continue earning your way toward Lake Las Vegas 2009.

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US product specials

Check in with the AIM Call Center for additional specials – 1-800-456-2462

Purchase one LeafGreens™ (5093E), one AIMega® (4033E), and one Frame Essentials® (3645E) and SAVE $15. Limit of 3 per membership.

Purchase AIM RevitaFem (3497E), Renewed Balance (1224E), and CalciAIM™ (4634E) and SAVE $10. Limit of 3 per membership.

Buy 3 Cell Wellness Restorer 4-packs (2453E) and SAVE $10. Unlimited quantities.

Purchase three Herbal Fiberblend 30-count Fiber-on-the-Go singles (5030E) and receive one FREE. No BVP on free product. Limit of 3 per membership.

October Special (U.S.)

September and October Special (U.S.)

October Special (U.S.)

Menopauseawareness

Relax, restore,and more!

Herbal Fiberblend

Choose any combination of 5 dailyLife™ by AIM products and SAVE $10. Choices include body lotion, body wash, hand cream, shampoo, conditioner, bar soap, body butter, and shave cream. Unlimited quantities.

Promote healing and pain relief!

National Arthritis Month

September Special (U.S.)

September Special (U.S.)

Boost your energy

and more.Stay younger longer!

Purchase any combination of 3 Peak Endurance canisters (4187E) or 30-count singles (4660E) and SAVE $15. Limit of 3 per membership.

Balance your “inner body” the natural way!

Enjoy the benefits of ancient sea spas.

in convenient Fiber-on-the-Go singles

Start your holiday shopping early!

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Order online at www.BarleyLife.com, e-mail [email protected], or call toll-free 1-800-456-2462.

September-October Contest Bonus Products include:

AIMega®, BarleyLife nutrition-on-the-Go singles (traditional and Xtra), CalciAIM™ (ProBone in Canada), Cell Wellness Restorer, dailyLife™ by AIM products, Frame Essentials, Herbal Fiberblend fiber-on-the-Go singles

(FiberBalance in Canada), LeafGreens™, Peak Endurance, RevitaFem,

and ReAssure.