MONAVIE for real?

doggie750

Is this really a cool drink to sustain a good life? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6nkRQXmzfmw

My friend is telling me about this and wondering if I should get on board? Anyone tried this yet?

polkatese

yes, I tried it, bought two bottles, taste great, but don't want to spend the money going forward. It's like energy drink, but made of healthy ingredient, instead of sugar and caffein.

The distribution channel that is suspect, it's MLM ala Amway

BigMac

Tried it once at a friends house who does the Quixtar thing. Tastes good but is expensive to use on a daily basis. Scientific studies have been done on Monavie and the results show it does increase antioxidant levels but so do other fruits like Blueberries which are a heck of alot cheaper. Something you may want to look into is Chia seeds as well. I know.....Chia seeds,lol. They are one of natures superfoods and provide more benefits than Flax oil,have more Omega 3s than a serving of Salmon.helps regulate blood sugar,also keeps you hydrated for much longer periods of time and has high levels of antioxidants as well. I only mention this because you are trying a "type" of superfood in this drink. Here is a little info.

What are Chia Seeds?
Chia Seeds are a powerhouse nutritional food with benefits superior to flax seeds. Chia has a very mild flavor (and no "fishy" taste like other foods high in Omega-3 acids). They are extremely rich in Omega-3 acids and are a very good source of fiber and manganese. Chia seeds are raw, low in sodium and cholesterol-free. You can understand why many consider Chia Seeds as nature's perfect food.

Chia Seeds have the highest known whole-food source of Omega-3 acids. These acids promote cardiovascular and mental health and benefit many body functions.


Where are Chia Seeds grown?
Chia originated in Mexico and now grow in Mexico and in Central and South Americas.

What's in Chia Seeds?
Chia seeds typically contain about 20 percent protein, 30 percent fat and 40 percent carbohydrates. The fat contains a very high concentration of Omega-3 fatty acids.

How are Chia Seeds used?
Chia Seeds are mild tasting and easily digestible. The shells are easily broken and can even be swallowed whole.

Chia won't alter the taste of foods when it's used as an ingredient. It can be sprinkled on cereal or eaten as a snack. Grinding Chia produces a meal called pinole, which can be mixed with flour into baked goods like biscuits, cakes and breads.

Soaked seeds are gelatinous and used in porridges and puddings. The seeds can be soaked in water or fruit juice creating a drink known in Mexico as chia fresca.

What are the benefits of Chia Seeds?

High In Omega-3 Acids.
Chia seed has higher levels of alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) than flax seed. ALA is an essential acid because it is not produced by the body. In fact, chia seeds have the highest known whole-food source levels of Omega-3 acids, as measured by percent of weight.
Rich In Antioxidants.
Chia is a great natural source of antioxidants, including chlorogenic acid, caffeic acid, myricetin, quercetin and flavonols.

Full of Important Nutrients.
Chia is an excellent source of calcium, phosphorus, manganese, potassium, iron, zinc and copper. Chia contains six times more iron than spinach.

Low In Sodium and Cholesterol-Free.
Chia contains less than half the sodium of flax seed, per serving. This is important to those with high blood pressure and concerned about sodium intake. As a plant-based source of Omega-3, Chia is cholesterol-free.

Promotes Hydration.
Chia soaks up water and this promotes hydration and electrolytes retention.

Helps in Weight Loss.
Chia is very filling. As more Chia is eaten, there's less room for fattening foods.

Builds Endurance.
The Mayan word for Chia is "strength." Chia builds stamina and endurance because it steadily releases slow-burning glucose into the bloodstream

Gluten-Free.
The protein in chia seed is gluten free.

Stays Fresh.
Unlike flax seed, chia seed stays fresh for extended periods of time.

Supplement Facts


Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 138
Total Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 0g
Sodium: 5mg
Total Carbohydrate: 12g
Fiber: 11g
Sugars: 0g
Protein: 4g

Calcium: 176mg
Iron: 5mg
Magnesium: 130mg
Phosphorus: 265mg
Potassium: 45mg
Zinc: 1mg

Here are 2 links to the studies done on the drink you mentioned.

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entrez?db=pubmed&cmd=search&term=monavie+active&log$=activity

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18693743?ordinalpos=1&itool=EntrezSystem2.PEntrez.Pubmed.Pubmed_ResultsPanel.Pubmed_DiscoveryPanel.Pubmed_Discovery_RA&linkpos=1&log$=relatedarticles&logdbfrom=pubmed

mrbigbluelight

From the net:

"What Is Monavie?
I'm not exactly sure what Monavie is but I'll tell you what I know. It's an MLM that has very few products (compared to Quixtar) and has recently been joined by former Amway/Quixtar Diamonds Brig Hart and Bruce Anderson, both of whom have recently been involved in legal disputes with Quixtar."



I'm not a big proponent of MLM; it seems that the products that are offered may be "good", but you can get "good" for cheaper elsewhere.


The Monavie bottle label shows 4 grams of sugar per 1 oz serving.
That's more than what you get per serving in a can of Starbucks Doubleshot Energy + Coffee drink ; 14 grams per 8 oz serving ( 2 cans for $5, Walgreens).

BigMac

I was almost out the door but thought I should add this real quick. I do powerlifting and strongman events and my joints use to kill me. I did use the normal glucosamine-chondroitin-msm combo but it never really worked since I was always killing my body so to speak. Since I found out about Chia seeds and started using them on a daily basis I have no more joint pain when lifting that heavy anymore. Back to normal programming.

SKsolutions

I you are getting pain from your joints. . . you should get a good pair of clips.

Hobbyguy

The science of food for health is in its infancy. I used to recommend Glucosamine/chondroitan sulfate for arthritic joints based on a study that compared cartilage loss in knees on x-rays...newer studies have not been able to duplicate this. Many patients ask me about food supplements. I answer that make sure that it is from a reputable supplier. Most of the time there is no regulation on quality. Try the supplement for a few weeks as directed by the manufacture; if there are no side effects and it makes you feel better then by all means continue it unless it is found out later that it is unhealthy.
When you see a claim about a food/drink that will prolong life and health take it with a grain of salt. What scientific, unbiased, double blinded, prospective study was done to prove the claim.
Eventually nutrigenetics will custom tailor a diet that is healthy for each individual (nutrigenetics is not even in its infancy yet...still in the womb)

MacLeod

This seems like an Amway/pyramid scheme to me.

I have a real good friend that is all about this stuff. I tried a bottle and noticed nothing different. Im a 20 year weightlifter and deliver 175 pound beer kegs all day long for a living so Im sure I wouldve noticed a difference but I never did.

My buddy goes to conferences and all that crap for this stuff and all they do is tell you how much money you can make by selling it.

To each their own I suppose but for me, no thanks.