Essentials

What are Essentials?

USANA's foundation products are the ESSENTIALS™--the advanced nutritional products that everyone needs to take every day. They are designed to provide optimal nutritional support. The ESSENTIALS for adults are a combination of two products packaged as one:

AO PRO, a comprehensive formula of high-potency vitamins, antioxidants, and other important nutrients that every adult needs every day for efficient cellular metabolism and to counteract the damaging effects of free radicals.

CHELATED MINERAL, a full-spectrum blend of essential minerals and trace elements in a balanced, highly bioavailable formulation. When taken together with AO PRO, these supplements complete the nutritional foundation for every adult.

To maintain optimal health, we need a variety of vitamins, minerals, bioflavonoids, and other micronutrients. A healthy, diverse, balanced diet provides the foundation for good micronutrition. However, with today's lifestyle, it's impractical to obtain an optimal dose of all these nutrients.

Furthermore, our diets are often far from balanced. As illustrated in the previous section, most people don't obtain even the minimal amounts of micronutrients needed to adequately support health, let alone the amounts needed to function at an optimal level.

USANA understands the importance of providing the right ingredients--in the correct amounts, in the right balance, and in the proper forms. USANA created the ESSENTIALS to provide the essential micronutrients that everyone needs every day.

THE RIGHT INGREDIENTS

The "essential" vitamins and minerals, as defined by government agencies and nutrition experts, are those that are needed for metabolic function, but are not manufactured by our bodies. We must obtain these ingredients from outside sources, and thus they are an "essential" part of our diets. These same experts have defined recommended Daily Values (DV) for those ingredients where a clearly defined deficiency disease or symptom has been observed.

USANA has expanded the meaning of "essential" micronutrition to include more than just those with an established DV. A variety of additional nutrients are important to maintain optimal health. The ESSENTIALS also contain trace minerals, mixed carotenoids, bioflavonoids, and other phytochemicals and antioxidants to provide a full arsenal of compounds to help protect against the daily bombardment of free radicals.

The newest ingredient in the ESSENTIALS for adults, USANA's patented Olivol™--The Heart of the Olive™-- is an extract from the fruit of the olive that contains phenolic antioxidants not found anywhere else in nature. The addition of this new, unique ingredient containing olive-specific phenolic antioxidants complements the already diverse selection of other antioxidants in the ESSENTIALS. The benefits of olive fruit and olive oil consumption are extensive, but until USANA added this extract to the ESSENTIALS, no commercial source of these phenolic antioxidants had been readily available.

THE CORRECT AMOUNTS

The established recommended Daily Values for vitamins and minerals were developed to show the minimum amount of those nutrients needed to avoid deficiency diseases. They do not tell you how much is needed to enhance your health. The ESSENTIALS are formulated to do more than just prevent deficiency diseases. The nutrients in the ESSENTIALS are set at levels to maintain optimal health and energy levels, based on the latest scientific data.

BALANCED FORMULAS

USANA reviews all the available scientific literature to ensure that the micronutrients present in our ESSENTIALS formulas are balanced to work together. While much is still not known about all the interactions that occur with nutrients in our bodies, USANA continues to keep abreast of the latest research to ensure up-to-date formulations.

THE OPTIMUM FORM

To be useful, all nutrients must be high quality and bioavailable--in other words, in a form the body can absorb and use. USANA takes the extra steps needed to obtain the highest quality ingredients with dependable levels of potency. In addition, USANA imposes rigorous quality controls at every step of the manufacturing process, following pharmaceutical GMP guidelines.

Daily Intake Of Fish Oil - Omega 3

Studies report that the daily intake of fish oils is unique to Icelanders. It starts with small children and continues with even the oldest adults. Taking the "golden oil of the sea" - Omega-3 fish oils unusually rich in essential fatty acids EPA and DHA - every day is at the center of their remarkable longevity and health.

Scientific studies from around the world demonstrate that EPA and DHA have a profound impact on maintaining good health, helping to prevent and control serious health disorders, including heart disease, cardiovascular disease, and numerous autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. Key findings include:

1. EPA & DHA - essential for good health. EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) is necessary to create prostaglandins to promote superior cardiovascular health and optimal cell membrane formation. DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) is vital for proper development and functioning of the brain, eyes, and autoimmune system.

2. Promotes arterial flexibility: Omega-3 fatty acids promote the flexibility and elasticity of coronary arteries. Without Omega-3, artery walls can become hard, with microscopic cracks and pockets that can become receptacles for life-threatening cholesterol.

3. Fights joint disease: Omega-3 fatty acids maintain cell and joint suppleness, even decreasing pain and tenderness and the need for anti-inflammatory drugs.

4, Increases brain function: Omega-3 promotes neurotransmission in the brain, and increases intellectual capacity.

5. Positive effect on cholesterol: Omega-3 helps increase HDL ("good" cholesterol), and decrease LDL ("bad" cholesterol).

6. Lowered triglycerides: No other natural compound to date seems to be more effective than Omega-3 to lower triglycerides, a major risk factor for heart disease.

7. Reduced risk of blood clots: Omega-3 lowered fibrinogen, which converts to fibrin, the main component of blood clots and thrombi, which can cause heart disease.

8. Lowered chance of heart attack: Lipoprotein(a) which contributes to myocardial infarction is markedly reduced by intake of Omega-3.

9. Recommended for diabetics: Omega-3 fish oils provide all these positive benefits without risk of increasing blood sugar.

10. Fights signs of aging: Skin is one of the fastest reproducing cell networks in body and needs Omega-3 fatty acids to replenish and maintain the optimum cellular moisture balance. Without these essential fatty acids, skin cells age prematurely.

The healthful benefits of Omega-3, also known as poly-unsaturated fatty acids (PUFA), have been shown to increase the longer you take it.

The recommended intake is approximately 1,000 mg daily, but higher doses can be taken for the treatment of specific disease problems upon the direction of your health advisor.

Icelanders are living proof of the importance of Omega-3 fatty acids, and as USANA Biomega is proven the PUREST and CHEAPEST in the market, now you can take the same Omega-3 as Icelanders.

Fibergy

With a smooth texture and great taste, Fibergy is something you will look forward to every day. The high fiber content also will leave you sati

A serving of Fibergy contains 12 grams of fiber from 14 different sources. Consuming multiple sources of dietary fiber can be beneficial because different types of fiber (oat bran, citrus pectin, etc.) provide specific benefits and act in different ways in the body. Fibergy is available in two delicious flavors: Almond Crème and Peach Mango.

1. Fibergy is a balanced fiber drink mix providing 14 sources of dietary fiber

2. Fibergy contains 12 grams of soluble and insoluble fiber in each serving - more than twice the amount of most other fiber products

3. Fibergy is a good source of potassium. Diets containing foods that are a good source of potassium and low in sodium may reduce the risk of high blood pressure and stroke4. Peach Mango Fibergy is now gluten free and still offers the same great taste you love

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease

Poly C

1. Furnishes an advanced vitamin C supplement based on USANA's proprietary blend of mineral ascorbates

2. Provides 600 mg of vitamin C protection in each tablet for enhanced antioxidant protection

3. Maintains a healthy immune system, supports the synthesis of collagen, and helps support cardiovascular health

POLY C® provides optimal vitamin C protection. POLY C is a unique blend of mineral ascorbates--our secret for a vitamin C supplement--that provides higher levels of vitamin C in the blood than from equal amounts of ascorbic acid.

Visionex

1. A unique and comprehensive formulation of ingredients to maintain vision, including lutein and zeaxanthin, important antioxidant components found in the eye

2. Includes vitamin C, bilberry extract, and zinc for additional support

THE GIFT OF SIGHTY

our eyes are your window on the world. Outside of good health itself, nothing is more precious than the gift of sight. Everyone sees differently, in part due to differences in the acuity of our vision and the general state of our health, but we owe it to ourselves to do everything we can to maintain optimal vision.

The eyes are not sequestered inside the body as the heart or kidneys are. Except when we are asleep, our eyes are constantly exposed to environmental factors such as air pollution, dryness, and oxidative damage from sunlight.

There are things that we can do to maintain vision. First, we can reduce the amount of damaging environmental effects we subject our eyes to each day. For example, we can minimise exposure to harsh sunlight with quality sunglasses, especially while driving, and if we work at a computer terminal for long periods, breaks of just a minute or two of looking at distant objects can reduce eye strain significantly.

Second, today's lifestyles and working conditions result in ever-increasing demand for defence from oxidative damage. We can help to maintain proper vision by providing nutritional supplementation, especially antioxidants to counter free-radical damage.

Procosa II

· Provides glucosamine sulphate (2,000 mg/daily dose) to support optimal joint health

· Formulated with vitamin C, manganese, and silicon, nutrients key to joint health

· Contains turmeric extract

Every day your joints endure an enormous amount of stress from physical activity, including walking, lifting, and typing. Despite this heavy and constant use, we take our joints for granted and expect them to function trouble-free for several decades. However, more than 50 million people in the U.S. and more than 6 million in Canada suffer from some form of joint problem. The situation is worse for athletes and those who have high amounts of physical stress at work and at home.

To help maintain healthy joints, USANA created PROCOSA® II, a product with a blend of glucosamine, manganese, vitamin C, and silicon--the building blocks for healthy cartilage.

Active Calcium Plus

1。Comprehensive support for bone health contains sufficient calcium, magnesium, silicon, and vitamin D, to meet nutritional needs i

2。Clinically-tested formula

Supplementation with calcium is one of the keys to strong and healthy bones and to an enhanced quality of life. ACTIVE CALCIUM™ is carefully formulated with highly bioavailable forms of calcium, plus other important factors for lifelong bone health.

ACTIVE CALCIUM contains high amounts of calcium citrate and carbonate, magnesium, and vitamin D to optimize bone mineralisation and to ensure proper calcium use.

Proflavanol

1. Provides a potent antioxidant formula based on a synergistic combination of grape seed bioflavonoids and POLY C®

2. May help maintain capillary strength and vascular function and help maintain healthy immune function

3. Designed and manufactured according to USP and pharmaceutical GMP guidelines

It is a paradox of life. We require oxygen for efficient energy production and for the function of many metabolic pathways. And yet oxygen, in a variety of chemical forms collectively known as "reactive oxygen species" (ROS), is toxic to our cells and tissues. Elevated exposure to ROS creates a physiological imbalance known as oxidative stress.

Dietary antioxidants are a primary line of defence against oxidative stress.

Sensé™ Self-preserving Technology is a Skin-care Industry Breakthrough

USANA received an official patent(U.S. Patent No. 7,214,391) on May 8 from the United States Patent and Trademark Office that guarantees proprietary rights to the self-preserving technology used in Sensé skin- and personal-care products.

The patent covers USANA’s formulation for manufacturing Sensé products so that they are capable of maintaining their shelf life without the need for added chemical preservatives. The products are “self-preserving” in that they don't require traditional chemical preservatives to maintain their shelf life.

This is revolutionary technology that USANA’s respected team of scientists spent nearly 10 years perfecting. The patent ensures that only USANA and our Associates have the exclusive distribution rights to our unique self-preserving technology.

We assure that Sensé beautiful science products are manufactured with patented self-preserving technology. The traditional skin-care manufacturers must use common chemical preservatives in order to keep their products from spoiling. Sensé patented self-preserving technology combines proprietary blends of purifying botanicals in protective liquid crystals to keep the product fresh naturally, so skin can receive all the benefits of pure and healthy ingredients.

In addition, the Sensé product line received a Utah Best of State Award this year in the personal-care/cosmetics category for its revolutionary self-preserving formulations. The Utah Best of State Awards are a recognition program that was created to acknowledge outstanding individuals, organizations, and businesses in Utah.

USANA Flagship Essentials And HealthPak 100 Nutritional Supplements Rate 'Best Of The Best' Out Of 1,600 Products Evaluated In Canada And United State

USANA Health Sciences, a leading global health supplement manufacturer, once again received 5-Star Gold Standard ratings for its nutritional products in the much-anticipated 4th and latest edition of the NutriSearch Comparative Guide to Nutritional Supplements.™

USANA Health Sciences, a leading global health supplement manufacturer, once again received 5-Star Gold Standard ratings for its nutritional products in the much-anticipated 4th and latest edition of the NutriSearch Comparative Guide to Nutritional Supplements.™

USANA's Essentials and HealthPak 100™ products both received 5-Star Gold Standard ratings and the NutriSearch Gold Medal of Achievement™. USANA is no stranger to this recognition as similar high ratings were given in the first, second and third editions of the guide.

According to the comparative guide, companies that receive 5-Star Gold Ratings must meet the "highest standards of quality in research, formulations and manufacturing." The guide also noted that companies awarded the NutriSearch Gold Medal of Achievement™ have gone to considerable expense to meet and exceed the most stringent of manufacturing standards. USANA was one of only four companies rated this highly and asked by publishers to include a company description within the latest edition of the guide.

"It is gratifying to have our Essentials and HealthPak products independently recognized for excellence," explains Dr. Tim Wood, USANA's executive vice president of research and development. "We applaud Mr. MacWilliam's efforts to raise the bar on quality within the supplement industry."

USANA Products Listed On Informed-Sport Web Site

SALT LAKE CITY – October 13, 2008 – USANA Health Sciences, Inc. (NASDAQ: USNA) today announced that six of its nutritional supplements are currently listed with Informed-Sport, a supplement testing program designed to test supplements and their ingredients for inadvertent contamination with substances prohibited in sport.

Informed-Sport and its sister organization, Informed-Choice, certify that nutritional products have been tested by the world’s leading independent laboratory for substances banned by the governing bodies of world sports.

"We are delighted at USANA's continued support of HFL's supplement testing services, and in particular, their backing of both the Informed-Choice and Informed-Sport programs,” said Catherine Judkins, Business Development Manager for HFL Sport Science. “Through these services, USANA can reassure their customers that USANA products are safe to use."

In recent months, USANA’s Mega Antioxidant, Chelated Mineral, Active Calcium™, Procosa® II, Poly C® and Body Rox™ supplements have been regularly tested and found free of prohibited substances by HFL Sport Science, the testing lab for Informed-Choice and Informed-Sport.

“We are proud to have our high quality products listed by a trusted third-party organization like HFL Sport Science,” said Dr. Tim Wood, USANA Executive Vice President of Research and Development. “USANA Health Sciences strives to provide products that are safe and effective for both athletes and the general public through exceptional quality systems and manufacturing practices. This listing by Informed-Sport is yet another demonstration that USANA truly provides Nutritionals You Can Trust.”

USANA’s safe and high quality products have helped it become the official supplement provider of premier athletic organizations including US Speedskating, Speed Skating Canada, Biathlon Canada, Cross Country Canada, USA Luge, USA Bobsled and the elite athletes of the WTA Sony Ericsson Tour.

At a time when many athletes are concerned that taking a supplement could jeopardize their ability to qualify for competition, USANA has stepped forward to create a powerful athlete guarantee. The company has entered into agreements with select Olympic athletes that guarantee that should an athlete test positive for a banned substance as a result of taking a USANA nutritional product, USANA will compensate the athlete up to two times his or her earnings up to $1 million. USANA proves its commitment to athletes and its confidence in its products by offering the same guarantee to the elite tennis players of the Sony Ericsson WTA Tour.

For more information about Informed-Sport and its testing parameters, visit http://www.informed-sport.com/.

USANA’s BiOmega™ Fish Oil Supplement Approved By ConsumerLab.com

SALT LAKE CITY—(BUSINESS WIRE)—June 17, 2008—USANA Health Sciences, Inc. (NASDAQ: USNA), today announced that its BiOmega™ fish oil supplement was evaluated and approved by ConsumerLab.com, LLC. A leading provider of independent product test results and information, ConsumerLab.com helps consumers and healthcare professionals evaluate health and wellness products.

ConsumerLab.com reviewed BiOmega as part of a larger evaluation of dietary supplements sold in the United States that claim to contain omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA). Products were tested for their omega-3 levels; mercury, lead and PCB contamination; and signs of decomposition. BiOmega received an approved rating in all three testing categories. The review can be found on the company’s Web site at http://www.consumerlab.com/.

ConsumberLab.com stated in its product review that the quality of fish oil and other omega-3 supplements is an important issue because supplement levels vary depending on the source and method of processing. Fish also can have accumulated toxins that could potentially contaminate a supplement. USANA uses a double molecular distillation process to manufacture its BiOmega supplement, ensuring the highest possible purity from mercury, PCBs, pesticides and other heavy metals.

“We are happy to see the results from the ConsumerLab.com trial, but we are not surprised,” said Dr. Tim Wood, USANA executive vice president of research and development. “These results confirm our extensive in-house testing. USANA is committed to only the highest quality manufacturing and analytical testing systems and practices. We are very pleased to receive independent confirmation of the quality and purity of BiOmega from this test.”

M.I.M.S Malaysia (Master Index Of Medical Specialty)

M.I.M.S Malaysia (Master Index Of Medical Specialty)

USANA Products are now listed in MIMS Malaysia (Doctors rate MIMS No. 1) for Doctors and Physicians reference:

1. 健骼寧 (Procosa II)

2. 维生素C (Poly C)

3. 活力钙镁片 (Active Calcium Plus)

4. 基本营养素套餐 (Essentials)

5. 鱼油 (BiOmega)

6. 心脏辅酶 (Coquinone Q10)

7. 葡萄籽精华 (Proflavanol)

8. 视力宝 (Visionex)

9. 纖維素 (Fibergy)

Daily Intake Of Fish Oil - Omega 3

Studies report that the daily intake of fish oils is unique to Icelanders. It starts with small children and continues with even the oldest adults. Taking the "golden oil of the sea" - Omega-3 fish oils unusually rich in essential fatty acids EPA and DHA - every day is at the center of their remarkable longevity and health.

Scientific studies from around the world demonstrate that EPA and DHA have a profound impact on maintaining good health, helping to prevent and control serious health disorders, including heart disease, cardiovascular disease, and numerous autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. Key findings include:

1. EPA & DHA - essential for good health. EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) is necessary to create prostaglandins to promote superior cardiovascular health and optimal cell membrane formation. DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) is vital for proper development and functioning of the brain, eyes, and autoimmune system.

2. Promotes arterial flexibility: Omega-3 fatty acids promote the flexibility and elasticity of coronary arteries. Without Omega-3, artery walls can become hard, with microscopic cracks and pockets that can become receptacles for life-threatening cholesterol.

3. Fights joint disease: Omega-3 fatty acids maintain cell and joint suppleness, even decreasing pain and tenderness and the need for anti-inflammatory drugs.

4, Increases brain function: Omega-3 promotes neurotransmission in the brain, and increases intellectual capacity.

5. Positive effect on cholesterol: Omega-3 helps increase HDL ("good" cholesterol), and decrease LDL ("bad" cholesterol).

6. Lowered triglycerides: No other natural compound to date seems to be more effective than Omega-3 to lower triglycerides, a major risk factor for heart disease.

7. Reduced risk of blood clots: Omega-3 lowered fibrinogen, which converts to fibrin, the main component of blood clots and thrombi, which can cause heart disease.

8. Lowered chance of heart attack: Lipoprotein(a) which contributes to myocardial infarction is markedly reduced by intake of Omega-3.

9. Recommended for diabetics: Omega-3 fish oils provide all these positive benefits without risk of increasing blood sugar.

10. Fights signs of aging: Skin is one of the fastest reproducing cell networks in body and needs Omega-3 fatty acids to replenish and maintain the optimum cellular moisture balance. Without these essential fatty acids, skin cells age prematurely.

The healthful benefits of Omega-3, also known as poly-unsaturated fatty acids (PUFA), have been shown to increase the longer you take it.

The recommended intake is approximately 1,000 mg daily, but higher doses can be taken for the treatment of specific disease problems upon the direction of your health advisor.

Icelanders are living proof of the importance of Omega-3 fatty acids, and as USANA Biomega is proven the PUREST and CHEAPEST in the market, now you can take the same Omega-3 as Icelanders.

USANA Products Recognised By NSF

USANA has successfully met all listing criteria in NSF/ANSI 173 Dietary Supplements Standard and obtained certification of its ESSENTIALS™ (MEGA ANTIOXIDANT and CHELATED MINERAL), PROFLAVANOL® 90, and HEALTHPAK 100™. USANA also received Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Registration through NSF International’s Dietary Supplements Certification Program.

USANA has an unwavering commitment to research and development, established by the company’s founder, microbiologist and immunologist Myron Wentz, Ph.D. A world-renowned pioneer in cell-culture technology, Dr. Wentz is committed to applying a high level of scientific expertise, technical brilliance, and dedication to creating breakthrough approaches to nutritional wellness.

Founded in 1992, USANA Health Sciences is a science-based company that develops advanced nutritional, personal care, and weight management products, which are distributed in 13 international markets through network marketing. The name “USANA” derives from Greek and Latin and means “true health.”

USANA’s scientific staff includes experts on human nutrition, cellular biology, biochemistry, natural product chemistry, and clinical research. Scientific results from a variety of sources including distinguished scientific literature and cooperative clinical studies are incorporated into product development and design. Company scientists also are involved in numerous in-house clinical trials to ensure the quality and reliability of USANA products.

Still, poor manufacturing can destroy even the most scientifically advanced formulas. For this reason, USANA continues to be one of a few companies in its industry to manufacture the vast majority of its own products. By voluntarily following current cGMPs, USANA is demonstrating its continued commitment to quality. Every USANA dietary supplement product carries a potency promise that ensures what is on the label is in the product. Also, to ensure that the formulas developed in its laboratories are of the highest quality for customers, USANA has opened its manufacturing facilities to regular third-party audits.

In 2006, USANA successfully met all listing criteria in NSF/ANSI 173 Dietary Supplement Standard and received certification for its ESSENTIALS™ (MEGA ANTIOXIDANT and CHELATED MINERAL), PROFLAVANOL® 90, and HEALTHPAK 100™ product lines.

These criteria include:

1. Formulation review,

2. Facility audit,

3. Product testing,

4. Documentation

That same year, USANA also received GMP Registration through NSF International’s Dietary Supplement Certification program after meeting all requirements included in NSF’s GMP Registration Program, which includes demonstrating compliance with current dietary supplement GMPs.

“By obtaining dietary supplement certification and GMP registration, USANA is raising the bar on quality for other manufacturers within the industry to follow,” said Kristen Holt, Senior Vice President, NSF Dietary Supplements Programs.

This product assurance has helped USANA establish partnerships to provide nutritional supplements exclusively to several professional athletic organizations including the Sony-Ericsson WTA Tour, the U.S. and Canadian Speedskating Teams, and the Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association. USANA has set the standard for excellence in dietary supplement manufacturing and affirmed its commitment to providing “Nutritionals You Can Trust.”

USANA Receives 2009 Editors Choice Award From NutriSearch

SALT LAKE CITY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--USANA Health Sciences, Inc. (NASDAQ: USNA - News) was selected as the NutriSearch Editor’s Choice recipient in the latest edition of the NutriSearch Comparative Guide to Nutritional Supplements. Two flagship USANA products also received the guide’s highest 5-Star Gold Medal rating.

The NutriSearch Comparative Guide to Nutritional Supplements is designed to help consumers make informed, scientifically based decisions about nutritional supplements. The latest edition features detailed comparisons of more than 1,500 nutritional products. USANA Essentials™ and HealthPak 100™ received a 5-Star Gold Medal rating from NutriSearch, the guide’s highest possible product rating.

“It is an honor to be recognized with the NutriSearch Editor’s Choice Award," said USANA CEO Dave Wentz. “USANA is committed to improving the quality of people’s lives in a variety of ways, from developing high-quality products, to protecting our environment, to giving back to the community. We are pleased to once again receive the comparative guide’s top rating for our nutritional products.”

NutriSearch considered several factors when selecting USANA as the Editor’s Choice award recipient, including:

• Evidence of a leadership role within the scientific community and the supplement industry
• Substantiation of charitable sponsorship both at home and abroad
• Verification of the company as a community role model
• Confirmation of responsible environmental stewardship
• Demonstrable proof of sound business practices

USANA Applauds USA Luge Athletes On World Championship Performances

USANA Applauds USA Luge Athletes On World Championship Performances

SALT LAKE CITY – (BUSINESS WIRE) – February 9, 2009 – USANA Health Sciences, Inc., a proud supporter and the official health supplement supplier of USA Luge, would like to congratulate the many athletes who represented their country at the Lake Placid 2009 FIL Luge World Championships held February 1-8, 2009.

USANA is proud to be associated with such world-class athletes and applauds the following competitors on their award-winning performances:

Erin Hamlin, who took 12th at the 2006 Torino Olympic Winter games, became the first non-German to win a World title in 16 years. The gold medal also made Hamlin the first-ever American women's singles athlete to win a World title.

USA Doubles Team Mark Grimmette and Brian Martin, two-time Olympic medalists, won their sixth-career World bronze medal.

“Thanks to USANA’s support, along with their tested and safe nutritional supplements I was able to train hard and recover quickly in preparation for the World Championships,” Hamlin said. “It was nice to finally end the German winning streak, especially at home in front of friends and family.”

USANA announced its partnership with USA Luge in May 2008, introducing USANA's unmatched nutritional products backed by an athlete guarantee of purity from any substances prohibited by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA).

USANA Recognized As Newest Member Of The Council For Responsible Nutrition

USANA Recognized As Newest Member Of The Council For Responsible Nutrition

SALT LAKE CITY – (BUSINESS WIRE) – February 18, 2009 – USANA Health Sciences, Inc. (NASDAQ: USNA), last week was approved for membership to the Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) as the organization's newest voting member. CRN member companies manufacture popular national dietary supplement brands as well as the store brands marketed by major supermarkets, drug store and discount chains. These products also include those marketed through natural food stores and mainstream direct-selling companies.

“It is always gratifying for our association to attract responsible companies that are dedicated to providing consumers with safe, high-quality and beneficial dietary supplements,” said CNR President and CEO Steve Mister. “We are pleased to welcome USANA to CRN."

As CRN’s newest member, USANA agrees to adhere to the council’s voluntary guidelines for manufacturing and marketing as well as its Code of Ethics. In addition, USANA has voting rights within the organization and will continue complying with a host of federal and state regulations governing dietary supplements.

“USANA is honored to be recognized by the Council for Responsible Nutrition and associated with such an elite group of companies,” said USANA CEO Dave Wentz. “This membership reiterates USANA’s commitment to quality, safety, and improving the lives of people around the world.”

The Council for Responsible Nutrition, founded in 1973 and based in Washington, D.C., is the leading trade association representing dietary supplement manufacturers and ingredient suppliers. CRN companies produce a large portion of the dietary supplements marketed in the United States and globally.

Two USANA Essentials Receive Approval By ConsumerLab.com

Essentials Receive Approval By ConsumerLab.com

SALT LAKE CITY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--USANA Health Sciences, Inc. (NASDAQ: USNA - News) announced today that its USANA Essentials™ Chelated Mineral and Mega Antioxidant have been evaluated and approved by ConsumerLab.com, LLC. A leading provider of independent product test results and information, ConsumerLab.com helps consumers and healthcare professionals evaluate health and wellness products.

In a recent study, ConsumerLab.com evaluated USANA’s Chelated Mineral and Mega Antioxidant, as well as multivitamin products from various nutritional supplement manufacturers, to determine whether they contained the amounts of the compounds as is stated on their labels. Upon completion, ConsumerLab.com announced that both of USANA's Essentials met their label claims. The review can be found on the company's Web site at http://www.consumerlab.com/.

"Receiving approval from ConsumerLab.com yet again illustrates USANA’s commitment to quality and safety," said USANA Executive Vice President of Research & Development Tim Wood. "A reputable organization, ConsumerLab.com provides consumers with trusted research to make safe decisions. USANA is proud to have the Essentials approved and is proud to be providing people with nutritionals they can trust.”

According to its Web site, ConsumerLab.com receives more than 3 million visits per year. Since the organization’s inception in 1999, ConsumerLab.com has tested more than 2,100 products, representing hundreds of different brands and nearly every type of popular supplement.

In recent years, ConsumerLab.com has also approved USANA’s Coquinone® 30, Visionex® and BiOmega™ supplements. For more information about ConsumerLab.com, please visit www.consumerlab.com.