Questions: Do you have raw Cacao Nibs?

I thought Goji berries came from Tibet? and how are your Goji berries compared to the Himalayan ones at Henrys?

I know there is a dramatic price difference, Henry’s $6.00 yours $ 21.00.

Elizabeth

Answer: Goji berries do not come from Tibet nor are they grown in the Himalayas. MLM company Freelife and others started this myth and it seems to have stuck – but it is just hype.  Goji berries are mentioned in Tibetan Medicine – but they are not grown in any marketable quantity in Tibet or the Himalaya’s  – The altitude and aridness would not support the plants.  We have been there – we know!

I think the berries in Henrys come in 4 oz bags vs 18 oz – I can’t remember if the ones in Henrys are organic?

Also if you buy 2 the price is $19.99 per 18 oz bag.

Our berries are high quality and certified organic.  We think our pricing is pretty good when you take that into account.  You get what you pay for.   Example: look at the cost of Henrys Goji, Acai, Noni and Mangosteen juice prices and compare to ours.  All our juices far exceed the quality found in anything on Henry’s shelves!

Lastly, we do not have Cacao Nibs.

Related Products

Goji Fusion, Absolute Goji & Goji Berries
Acai Max & Absolute Acai
Mangosteen Elixir & Absolute Mangosteen
Naked Noni & Almost Naked Noni

Question: Hi,

I have a couple of questions about your Mangosteen product. I would like to use the mangosteen as a therapeutic agent. I have taken a product called Xango for a few weeks. I have not been able to determine how much mangosteen whole fruit is actually in the product. I see that yours comes in two ways, one, in its natural state, then pureed and juiced and the other is mixed with other berry juices. I do not know what mangosteen juice tastes like all by itself.

Also, would there be a therapeutic difference between taking the mangosteen only juice product to get the benefits of the mangosteen constituents over the “elixir” blended juice product?

I would like to know if there is anyone in your business who is familiar with the scientific research and findings regarding mangosteen by a Dr. E. B White from Utah and if so could make some comments to me about it.

Thank you.

Christina Ackerman

Answer: Christina,

I have not been able to determine how much mangosteen whole fruit is actually in the product.
——— “Xango is an MLM and as with most MLM’s they are about promotion not product. Xango, Freelife, and Mona Vie do not disclose %’s of juice but have tons of great stories and promotional tools.”

I see that yours comes in two ways, one, in its natural state, then pureed and juiced and the other is mixed with other berry juices. I do not know what mangosteen juice tastes like all by itself.
——–”Mangosteen tastes very ordinary by itself, nothing special.”

Also, would there be a therapeutic difference between taking the mangosteen only juice product to get the benefits of the mangosteen constituents over the “elixir” blended juice product?
——– “I prefer and recommend the blend 99% of the time.”

I would like to know if there is anyone in your business who is familiar with the scientific research and findings regarding mangosteen by a Dr. E. B White from Utah and if so could make some comments to me about it.
———– “I did a google search of that name and mangosteen and could not find anything. If you forward me a link I will take a look and e-mail back.”

Sincerely,

Marcus Ettinger DC, BSc.

Response back: Marcus,

Thank you for promptly answering all of my questions. Not many people do this so quickly and thoroughly. I will look for other references about Dr. E. B. White’s research on mangosteen and get back to you.

….Thanks again for your time and timeliness.

From CAOH Customer Service:

Q: I am a customer of yours. I would appreciate your response to this article, claiming xanthones do not survive pasteurizing in liquids.

Sincerely

H. Badal

A: Henry,

Thanks for the question. I always love having the opportunity to separate fact from fiction.

First, just because it is written doesn’t make it true! Where are they referencing their facts, I mean opinions from.

Second, It’s a membership only site, all about promoting their own products www.naturalxxxxxxxs.com/signup.html

Third, here are the real facts back by research, not spin, promotion, or an opinion. Why don’t they have anything like this on their site.

Facts about xanthones:

* The most plentiful natural source of xanthones is the mangosteen (Garcinia mangostana), which contains over 30 xanthones. The mangosteen has by far the most xanthones of any plant. The pericarp of the mangosteen fruit contains the vast majority of the xanthones.

* Xanthones are some of the most potent antioxidants known. It is thought to be more potent than both Vitamin C and Vitamin E. In fact, many doctors refer to xanthones as “Super Antioxidants.”

* Xanthones are heat stable molecules. Unlike proteins, they won’t denature or lose their structure when heated.

What are xanthones?

Xanthones are biologically active plant phenols found in a few select tropical plants. Current research on xanthones suggests they are beneficial in helping with many conditions including: allergies, infections (microbial, fungus, viral), cholesterol levels, inflammation, skin disorders, gastro-intestinal disorders, and fatigue.

Xanthones have been found to support and enhance the body’s immune system. Xanthones also exhibit strong antioxidant activity which is beneficial for neutralizing free radicals in the body.

List of Xanthones in Mangosteen

Here is a list of all of the xanthones found in mangosteen that have been named. There are others that have not been named yet that I have not included in this list. Currently, there are 43 xanthones known to be in the mangosteen.

• BR-xanthone A

• BR-xanthone B

• Calabaxanthone

• Garcinone A

• Garcinone B

• Garcinone C

• Garcinone D

• Garcinone E

• Gamma-Mangostin

• Garcimangosone A

• Garcimangosone B

• Garcimangosone C

• 1-Isomangostin

• 3-Isomangostin

• 1-Isomangostin hydrate

• 3-Isomangostin hydrate

• Gartanin

• Demethylcalabaxanthone

• Maclurin

• Mangostenone

• Mangostanin

• Mangostanol

• Mangostin

• Mangostinone

• Mangostinone A

• Mangostinone B

• a-Mangostin

• b-Mangostin

• g-Mangostin

• Norathriol

• Tovophyllin

• Tovophyllin A

• Tovophyllin B

• Trapezifolixanthone

Medical Properties of Xanthones:

Research on Xanthones is ongoing. There are many results people report about health benefits from xanthones that cannot be explained by the science yet. This is likely due to the fact that only about 15% of known xanthones have been studied to any degree.

Some of the known benefits of xanthones based on recent research are:

• Anti-Fatigue – Helps boost energy

• Anti-Inflammatory – Helps prevent and reduce inflammation

• Anti-Aging

• Helps prevent cancer. According to a preliminary study, six xanthones have been found to be capable of killing cancer cells

• Helps lower blood pressure

• Helps lower blood sugar. Many people with type II diabetes have reported that it helps them to regulate their blood sugar levels

• Helps prevent infections – Bacteria, Microbes, Viruses, Fungus

• Anti-Diarrheal – In folk medicine, the pericarp of the mangosteen (most potent source of xanthones) has been used for centuries to effectively treat dysentery

• Anti-Parkinson, Anti-Alzheimer. Helps prevent dementia

• Anti-allergenic – Helps with allergies

• Eye Care – Helps prevents cataracts and glaucoma

• Helps protect the heart and cardiovascular system

• Anti-Obesity

I am glad that we still have you as one of our loyal customers. I hope this answered your question satisfactorily.

Sincerely,

Marcus Ettinger DC, BSc.

Question: I was wondering if you will be offering the 100% Acai juice like you do the Mangosteen? I love your products! I was a devoted New Vision International Mangosteen user until I discovered yours. It is so much better!

Thanks!

Melissa Murphey

Answer: Melissa,

We have been contemplating the idea of a 100% acai juice for some time now.

Presently we have an amazing supplier of 100% organic acai and this is what goes into our Acai Max, so if we did a 100% juice we would be golden. For at least two months now we have been going back and forth because of the fact that we already offer a 100 goji, noni, and mangosteen juice. The real issue here is that 100% acai does not taste the least bit good. I am serious, it’s worse than pure noni, which has been the bad taste leader up till this point.

So, what I am proposing, is to not create a 100% product but instead create the markets most unique acai therapy juice. This new therapy juice will be the most potent source of ellagic acid and polyphenols, acai’s active ingredients, available. I can’t give you the other ingredients now, but no one else has a product like it or even similar.

Our new Acai Max will be unveiled late summer or early fall.

As far as 100% goes, a blend will always offer a more unique therapeutic component make-up than can a singular ingredient. (example: A strawberry salad or a mixed fruit salad, which offers a more diverse phytonutrient make-up).

I thank you for your loyalty and confidence in our products. Please feel free to e-mail me anytime.

Sincerely,

Marcus Ettinger DC, BSc.

Acknowledgment:

That makes sense and sounds like a great idea. And, I know what you mean about the taste of the acai. It is very greasy for one thing. I look forward to whatever you have planned. Thanks for your prompt reply and have a GREAT day!

Melissa Murphey

Q: Hello, I am interested in your mangosteen drink. I am a severely depressed person, with heart disease/high blood pressure and am also very overweight. I also suffered a stroke in 2003. My question- can I take this with my medications? (I currently take 9 different prescription pills a day for the above medical conditions. I have been warned not to mix them with any herbal remedies. I saw a list of the juices and i am not allergic to them. Does this really contain only natural juices?
Thank you,
Gail D.

A: Dear Gail, Based on what you are telling me I can’t make a recommendation. The liability on my end is too great. I would show the ingredients to your doctor and see what he/she says.

I don’t know the meds your on or your history. Your MD will be the best choice.

Sincerely,

Marcus Ettinger DC, BSc.

Hi Dr. E

I have been using your therapy juices for some time now. I started out with the Goji Juice, then moved on to the Acai Max and Mangosteen Elixir and have recently been ordering the Absolute Goji. Great products, I feel better after using the products and have felt a definite increase in energy with the Goji juice. I appreciate the fact that you are not an MLM and that you have bulk discount prices.

Keep up the great work, looking forward to new products being introduced.

Akash

Here are three informational videos on the benefits of mangosteen juice. Also provided is a link to our Mangosteen Elixir.

California Academy of Health’s Mangosteen Elixir is made with hand harvested, cold pressed mangosteen. To the pure mangosteen juice we add our own proprietary, blend of organic noni juice, goji juice, organic black cherry juice, organic cranberry juice, blueberry juice, organic raspberry juice, pomegranate juice and black elderberry juice. Mangosteen Elixir is a synergistic juice blend of natures most powerful and antioxidant rich superfruits.

Video #1

Video #2

Video #3

15 December 2006

Thank you for your most recent reply to my questions regarding “Vibe”. I now have another question for you.

We are currently taking Mangosteen Elixir and Liquid Power. My husband, however, recently completed a tough round of chemo due to large B-Cell Lymphoma – the aggressive type. He was stage 2 (tonsils and one lymph node in his neck). His physician watches him closely, completing Cat Scans and blood work every 90 days. In July of 2007 we will be 2 years post Chemo. I thought the Mangosteen would be an excellent compliment to the Liquid Power but now I am wondering if the Acai-Max would be better for him.

I would appreciate your thoughts.

Thank you for taking your time to help all of us. Your input is extremely valuable!

Sincerely,

P. Whitehead

16 December 2006

Dear Dr Ettinger,

Thank you so much for your help! You have no idea how wonderful it is to have someone care enough to write back and help us!

I started him [husband] on Goji then read about Mangosteen and thought that would be better. I am So glad you were here to help! I love your products and feel we are getting the very best! With good nutrition, lots of love, care, and help from the good Lord, I feel
confident we will never have to walk that mile again!

Thank you again Dr. E. and have a very Merry Christmas!

Sincerely,

P. Whitehead

Dear CAOH, 

I just want you to know that your Mangosteen Elixir is the best out there!

Keep it up.

Rafe