This year, April is a special calendar month for a few AIMable reasons. Not only is it the final 30 days of “ The AIM 90-Day Health and Weight Loss Challenge,” April celebrates “ The 44th AIM Anniversary.” It’s fitting that the end of this challenge and the beginning of the 45th year of AIM’s existence both occur in the same month of spring, when the bounty of natural life is in bloom once again.
There’s more cause to celebrate. The efforts of Chairman’s Club Director Brent Peterson and his father Ralph’s legacy have placed him in the “ Three Million Dollar Club.” This honor represents the unlimited heights that Members can reach as independent distributors of AIM products.
Some of the product offerings that improve and maintain people’s health are featured prominently in this issue. Without arrogance, “BarleyLife's Superiority ” simply acknowledges that not all green powders are created equal and not one reaches the superior level of nutritiousness of barley leaf juice powder.
Six years after The AIM Companies™ was launched in April 1982, an exceptional fiber supplement was added to the product list, and a “Healthy 4 For Herbal Fiberblend ” examines four ingredients in the formulation, including the primary fiber ingredient. Emphasizing the efficacy of Herbal Fiberblend is a testimonial from AIM Customer Jaime Garcia about “Fueling the Fiber Factor.”
The “Fresh Focus on CoCoa LeafGreens” takes a look at a chocolaty choice among AIM’s ultra-nutritious whole-food powders while the “AIM Spotlight on GlucoChrom” gets focused on an active dietary supplement for targeting blood glucose health.
With 30 days in April, Members and Customers who are participating in this year’s challenge have the entire month to achieve their individual health goals. “PrepZymes Reduces the Bloat ” offers assistance to those who are aiming for weight loss. Good luck to all participants, and you’ll find the name of the $150 prize value winner for March and even more in this issue of Living Well.
Healthy 4 For Herbal Fiberblend
Herbal Fiberblend
The following plant-based ingredients and their herbal benefits represent just four of the many effective components in the formulations for Herbal Fiberblend, a dietary supplement that promotes digestive health.
Violet Leaves
3217E, $39.50 M, $42.50 C (CAN 4485E, $42.50 M, $46.00 C)
In traditional herbalism, the leaves of Viola odorata are recognized as a source of soluble fiber that acts as a gentle and nourishing tonic in the digestive system. Violet is especially effective at soothing irritation in the gut, combating inflammation and relieving discomfort. Violet contains cycloviolacin O2, a cyclotide that has been shown to inhibit or kill pathogenic bacteria by disrupting their lipid membranes.
The inflammation-fighting and demulcent properties of Verbascum thapsus make this species of mullein leaf a particularly soothing ingredient for the digestive tract. With a long history of usage in folk medicine, mullein has been researched in modern times for compounds such as apigenin, luteolin and quercetin. The presence of these flavonoid antioxidants are said to give mullein the ability to combat gut inflammation while its mucilage content coats and soothes the mucous membranes of the intestinal tract.
Irish Moss
doi.org/10.3390/biology10070618
Moss brings to mind green, cushion-like plants that carpet damp and shady areas of forests. The Irish moss name is a bit misleading given that it is actually a species of edible red seaweed called Chondrus crispus. This species of macroalgae has beneficial biological properties that have been meticulously documented. As an ingredient in the Herbal Fiberblend formulation, Irish moss provides a marine-plant source of fiber that combats pathogens in the gut, protects cells and promotes a healthy microbiome. With a high content of mucilaginous fiber and polysaccharides, Irish moss soothes inflamed mucus membranes in the digestive tract.
Psyllium Husk
doi.org/10.3390/md22010047
The bulk of supplemental fiber in Herbal Fiberblend comes from the ingredient Plantago ovata, better known as psyllium. It’s the husk of psyllium seeds that provides an ideal source of fiber. Comprehensively researched for a number of functional benefits, psyllium husk contains insoluble fiber that gently scrubs the walls of the intestinal tract and bulks up stools for regular bowel movements. Its rich source of soluble fiber has been shown to help lower cholesterol and regulate blood sugar levels, along with promoting digestive health, notably by positive alterations to the gut microbiota’s composition and function.
PrepZymes is a natural digestive enzyme formulation that can reduce bloating by supporting the body’s natural ability to break down proteins, fats and carbohydrates. Bloating isn’t just uncomfortable, it’s also a sign your digestive system needs help.
Women and Bloating
Here’s why women tend to experience bloating more frequently than men:
• Fluctuations in hormones before and during menstruation can slow digestion, which results in gas buildup and increased bloating.1
• Women’s stomachs empty more slowly, resulting in a slower transit time that causes more fermentation and more gas.2
• Women also have a longer and more complex digestive tract. The length of the colon is longer and must share space in the pelvic cavity with the uterus, ovaries and bladder.1
• A longer, complex digestive tract creates more twists and turns, causing gas to become trapped and increasing the feeling of being bloated.3
• Hormonal changes can cause the body to retain sodium and water, causing bloat without excess gas.4
How can PrepZymes help?
The digestive enzymes in PrepZymes help to break down food into smaller, usable nutrients. Food that isn’t fully broken down can ferment. This may create gas, bloating and abdominal discomfort. PrepZymes helps reduce this digestive burden and supports smoother, comfortable digestion.
Suggested Serving Guide:
Use daily - Take one capsule with each meal. For bigger meals, take two capsules. When you feel bloated, take two extra capsules.
2123E, $28.50 M, $30.50 C (CAN 2171E, $29.50 M, $32.00 C)
Suggested claims that are compliant and Member friendly:
• PrepZymes helps reduce bloating so you feel lighter and more confident.
• Tired of feeling bloated? PrepZymes can help make you feel like yourself again.
• PrepZymes supports proper digestion to reduce bloating and heaviness.
BarleyLife's Superiority
The marketplace is flooded with products sold as “greens,” but the extent of their nutritiousness is questionable. Many contain barley, wheat, or some other grass powder, or a mix of grasses, or multiple ingredients of questionable quality. Very few contain juice powder derived from the grass source.
The difference between those “green powders” and BarleyLife is immense, especially in regard to barley leaf juice powder’s nutritional wealth and easy assimilation. The superiority of juice powder is not arrogance, it simply ensures effectiveness, high quality and supplemental excellence.
When you open a container of BarleyLife, you see greens that contain optimal amounts of the nutrients and phytonutrients from young leaves of barley grass. That’s because a unique methodology is used to create juice powder, which is highly concentrated, nutrientdense and easily digested.
How AIM makes BarleyLife is completely different from products containing ground grass powders. Drying and grinding grass plants results in a powder with gritty texture, high amounts of indigestible fiber and low levels of nutrients. High-temperature drying further degrades the quality of the greens, destroying nutritional components and active enzymes. AIM focuses on a cold process to preserve nutritional value from harvesting to packaging.
It Only Happens at Night . . .
Timing is everything in life, especially for BarleyLife. When leaves of barley grass reach a measurable state of young growth before growing into grain, it’s time to harvest them for their maximum levels of plant nutrition. However, harvesting barley does not take place during daylight hours.
The coolness of night increases the nutritional composition of the young leaves. The plants actually protect themselves by using enzymatic and non-enzymatic antioxidants to shield cell membranes and walls from degradation due to the low temperature and cold moisture. These protective antioxidants end up protecting people who consume BarleyLife, given the nighttime harvest. But the cold benefits don’t end there.
The Cold Process
The making of barley leaf juice powder is a cold process that preserves optimal levels of nutrients, antioxidants, enzymes, chlorophyll, etc. shortly after harvest. Keeping the temperature low when grinding the grass, drying the resulting juice and then grinding sheets of juice powder is the only way AIM is able to deliver the wealth of concentrated nutrition that can be found in leaves of young barley grass only. And that’s BarleyLife’s superiority.
Fueling the Fiber Factor
Shared by Jaime Garcia AIM Customer in McAllen, Texas
About 30 years ago, a coworker introduced me to Herbal Fiberblend. I told them, no thanks, I’m good. I already eat vegetables and get enough fiber in my diet. But it stuck in my head and the more I thought about it, the more I realized I needed to try this product. So for the past 30 years, I’ve been taking it every morning and in the afternoon.
I’m 62 now and recently went to the doctor, who recommended I have a colonoscopy, something I never felt the need to do. I wasn’t afraid of them finding something, just concerned about the anesthesia they put you under. They found one small polyp and it was benign, so there was nothing to worry about.
I believe taking Herbal Fiberblend consistently has helped me avoid other cardiovascular and blood glucose issues that many people suffer with.
I take a teaspoon of Herbal Fiberblend in 6 ounces of water twice a day. If I miss it 3-4 times in a year, that’s too many! Consistency is the key—I totally believe in it.
How you treat your body will determine how it treats you. It’s like an engine—it needs the right kind of fuel. It also needs the right oils and fluids replaced on a consistent basis to run well and to run clean. The essence is consistency. I’m a runner, and I recommend this to anyone. I believe it helps me run lighter and keeps my body running cleaner. I also consistently drink water every day. Basically, it’s about how you treat your body.
I was not surprised at all that my colonoscopy showed a healthy colon. The doctor asked me if I took fiber. I said, every day. The doctor responded, keep doing it. I really have faith in Herbal Fiberblend.
Herbal Fiberblend 3217E, $39.50 M, $42.50 C (CAN 4485E, $42.50 M, $46.00 C) Testimonials should not
Shared by Brent Peterson Chairman’s Club Director in Valley City, North Dakota
I first joined the AIM Family as a Member back in 1990, when I turned 18. I had been using products for a year or two by then, as my father, Ralph Peterson, had convinced me to try the green barley powder to support my health and energy for playing football and wrestling in high school.
I don’t recall whether my father signed me up on my birthday or shortly after, as he wanted to help me get going with the business as soon as I was old enough. I am thankful for the nutrition and business education my parents provided. It is hard to believe that AIM has been part of our lives for over 35 years.
We often keep doing things the way we always have, because it is convenient or comfortable, or because we don’t know any different. In the United States, that means we often just fall into a pattern of eating cheap, highly processed food-like substances because they are easy to prepare or to eat out of a package and are highly palatable.
I say food-like because most modern processed “food” doesn’t provide the body with what real food is supposed to provide. It may look like food and taste great, but it is lacking in nutrition – vitamins, minerals, enzymes, etc.— and filled with only empty calories. Eating these substances always results in deterioration of health, sometimes slow and sometimes fast, as the body just doesn’t have the proper materials it needs to build, repair and perform.
I am motivated each time I hear someone tell me how they learned there is a better way to live, and how their health improves as they change their habits. What AIM calls the Healthy Cell Concept™ benefits anyone who makes the adjustments to pay attention to all aspects of what their cells need to function optimally.
AIM provides an incredible selection of whole-food concentrates and supplements to support the Healthy Cell Concept, and it is always motivating to hear testimonials about what has worked for people as they incorporate solid AIM nutrition into their routine.
Million Dollar Club Three Congratulations to
AIM Chairman's Club Director
Brent Peterson
Over the years, I have seen the AIM Family change a bit, and miss people who are no longer with us, but it is always wonderful to reach out and connect with new people. Some faces have changed, but what hasn’t changed is AIM’s great core products like BarleyLife and Herbal Fiberblend. We are so blessed to have nutrition that works!
on his successful AIM journey to the Three Million Dollar Club.
The AIM 90-Day Health and Weight Loss Challenge
April is the last month in the AIM 90-Day Health and Weight Loss Challenge. You have 30 more days remaining to make the most of it. Health goals and habits are at the heart of this AIM healthy competition. Even though there’s one more official winner to be chosen at the end of this final month, each individual who has participated in this 90-day journey of health improvements is a winner by taking action and following through.
The number of submissions received by AIM has been impressive. It is great that so many Members and Customers have been inspired to participate. The health improvements aimed for have been varied, such as stopping bad habits, starting good ones, losing weight, getting fit, and increasing intake of AIM nutrition.
Stay on track with your goals right up to April 30th, but don’t stop just because it’s the final day of the challenge. AIM’s primary idea is for people to make healthy changes that serve them well into the future. It’s a win-win situation for everyone who is participating.
How Goes Your Challenge?
If you are getting into the habit of walking, keep stepping out. Whichever choice of exercise you are intent on doing regularly, continue doing it, even on those not-so-motivated days. You’ll feel better mentally and physically by not giving up and giving your body a workout.
If weight loss is at the heart of your challenge, maintain a caloric intake that allows for a healthy deficit of at least 500 calories daily. Feast on nutrient-dense plant-based foods mostly. Take advantage of AIM nutrition that contributes to the challenge of losing pounds, notably the Weight Loss Pack . (See page 4 for digestive assistance from PrepZymes.)
Win $150 in prizes
Share Your April Health Note!
For your April note, please include mentionable improvements in either your weight, energy or quality of life, and maybe if you have developed any good habits that you feel you will continue with the help of AIM products. As long as you have sent in a submission to the AIM 90-Day Health and Weight Loss Challenge, you could be the recipient of $150 value in prizes, just like the following winning recipient for March:
This month’s AIM Spotlight focuses on GlucoChrom for healthily targeting blood glucose levels. Normal blood sugar levels are essential for overall health. High levels of glucose that remain circulating throughout the body promote chronic inflammation. GlucoChrom’s trace minerals and herbs help maintain healthy insulin signaling and glucose metabolism.
AIM Spotlight on GlucoChrom
First introduced to the AIM lineup 25 years ago, GlucoChrom remains an effective natural health product for helping to keep blood glucose levels in the normal range. And when taking this dietary supplement combined with wholesome nutrition and regular exercise, its effective combination of ingredients helps to reduce body fat and increase lean muscle mass.
How GlucoChrom Works
The four ingredients in GlucoChrom work synergistically at assisting the body in directing blood sugar into cells to be utilized as body energy.
GlucoChrom 5736E, $23.50 M, $25.50 C (CAN 5738E, $25.50 M, $28.00 C)
The ingredient that puts the “Chrom” in the product name is chromium. The body requires this trace mineral in small amounts only. But chromium’s influence on blood glucose health is not small. Chromium is an essential cofactor of insulin, enhancing the essential action of this hormone in diverting glucose into cells instead of circulating in the bloodstream.
The second trace mineral in the GlucoChrom formulation is vanadium The organometallic compounds in vanadium have been shown to mimic insulin. With this action, vanadium assists in maintaining healthy blood sugar levels by activating insulin receptors in cell membranes and enhancing the uptake of glucose.
One of the two helpful herbs in GlucoChrom is bitter melon, a fruit that has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries. The unique peptides in bitter melon are considered to be insulin-like protein that helps maintain healthy blood glucose levels, enhance insulin sensitivity and reduce oxidative stress.
The second beneficial herb for blood glucose health comes from a woody vine called Gymnema sylvestre. This plant has been used for over 2,000 years as Ayurvedic medicine in India, where its Hindi name translates as “sugar destroyer.” The active compounds in the leaves are gymnemic acids, which have molecular structures similar to sugar but with zero calories. When ingested, Gymnema sylvestre suppresses sugar cravings. What's more, this herb helps to manage blood glucose levels and reduce lipid levels.
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When the AIM spotlight focuses on GlucoChrom, its target is the healthy maintenance of a key measurement that indicates the body’s health status: blood glucose levels.
6381E, $42.50 M, $45.50 C (CAN 6570E, $44.50 M, $48.00 C)
The uniqueness of CoCoa LeafGreens is its antioxidant-rich, inflammation-fighting blend of 6 singular greens and 3 robust cocoas. These 9 plant-based ingredients create a combination that counts as nutrient density supporting whole-body health.
9 Plant-Sourced Powders
Leafy Greens Cocoas Sprouts
1 Arugula 6 Dutch Cocoa 9 Broccoli*
2 Barley 7 Organic Cacao
3 Kale 8 Organic Cocoa
4 Spinach
5 Swiss Chard
The diverse wealth of nutrition in CoCoa LeafGreens delivers essential nutrients such as vitamins A, B9, C, K, calcium, copper, iron, magnesium, manganese, selenium and beneficial phytonutrients that include glucosinolates, quercetin, kaempferol, flavan-3-ols and sulforaphane.
* Broccoli sprouts are particularly rich in sulforaphane, a phytonutrient that has been extensively researched for its potent antioxidant and inflammation-fighting properties. A number of sulforaphane studies conducted over the past decade reveal benefits for the brain, the cardiovascular system, the gut, the immune system, the liver, blood sugar control and sleep quality. doi.org/10.3390/nu17081353 brain
Every day of every season, CoCoa LeafGreens can provide healthy cocoa drinks for people of all ages.
Drinking a beverage made with CoCoa LeafGreens is like consuming a chocolate salad chock-full of wholesome nutrition.
Two servings of CoCoa LeafGreens provides 400 micrograms of sulforaphane.
Two servings of CoCoa LeafGreens provides 400 micrograms of sulforaphane.
Deep Orange Just Carrots
Members and Customers in the USA and Canada who enjoy the benefits of drinking Just Carrots juice powder may notice a change in both color and texture when they open recently purchased canisters.
The latest production of Just Carrots delivers a more crystalline appearance and a deeper, reddish-orange color compared to previous ones. This is a positive difference as it represents an improved process that has been designed to better preserve nutrients and other beneficial compounds.
The carrot juice still undergoes a drying process that creates a thin, crystalized sheet, which is ground into a powder. However, the shorter grinding duration currently used creates less friction and produces larger particles that give the carrot juice powder an overall darker color. Even so, Just Carrots remains as nutritionally rich as always.
Did you know . . . ?
You can track your order at the AIM website without logging in or having set up a password. Simply enter your order number in the search field on the top of the website page and then click search to track your order. It’s that easy to check on the status of your AIM purchases.
An expanded digital 2026 edition of Fresh Focus is available on the AIM website. You can find it even without logging in simply by clicking on the Health tab. When you log in to your account, you can also find Fresh Focus in the Download Center under Literature. All of the products in Fresh Focus have been organized in the same categories as the “How to Use AIM Products” guide, also available for download.
AIM
We all know that if a company is promoting supplements, the products have to work. AIM has been offering nutrition that works since April 8, 1982, an anniversary celebrated in partnership with Members.
Withstanding the test of time as a company that began with one natural health product took a really great idea for supplemental nutrition. This initial product offering had to be embraced by people who believed in the benefits of a nutritious green powder and continued taking it as a result of being able to improve and maintain their health.
AIM From the Start
Forty-four years ago, the idea of selling barley grass for consumption was an incredibly high leap of faith. Then again, a prominent doctor who did the scientific research provided a strong foundation for the success of this unique green nutrition.
After analyzing the nutritional content of green plants in Japan, Dr. Yoshihide Hagiwara eventually determined that young leafy blades of barley grass contained the largest spectrum of nutrients and phytonutrients. The trick was to invent a proprietary method that would successfully extract green nutrition from indigestible grass so that people could enjoy its nutritional benefits for health.
AIM began utilizing and optimizing unique methodology to make a green juice
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APRIL CROSSWORD
A fun puzzle for you to complete using the articles in this month's Living Well Magazine.
Across
Crossword answers will be provided in the next issue of the Living Well magazine
Down (cont.)
1. One of the many effective components in the formulations for Herbal Fiberblend: ______ Husk.
5. Jaime Garcia says, he believes taking Herbal Fiberblend helped him avoid high ______ , diabetes and other conditions that many people suffer with.
6. Through continuing the healthful work that his father Ralph Peterson started, Brent Peterson has accomplished joining AIM's Three ______ Dollar Club.
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2. Drinking a beverage made with CoCoa ______ is like consuming a chocolate salad chock-full of wholesome nutrition.
3. It is important to note that unlike BarleyLife, very few marketplace greens contain ______ powder derived from the grass source.
4. PrepZymes is a natural digestive enzyme formulation that can reduce ______ .
5. The ingredient that puts the "Chrom" in GlucoChrom is ______.
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