About MonaVie Modern science has now validated the
remarkable benefits of the acai
fruit. As a whole food by itself,
the the acai berry would provide a
remarkable source of protein,
healthy fats, essential vitamins and
minerals. Particularly valuable are
the class of polyphenols of which
the the Acai Berry contains over a
dozen.
The crown jewel in the Mona Vie
formula is the Acai Berry, found
only high atop towering palm trees
in the lush Amazon Rain Forest of
South America.
With 10 times
the antioxidants of grapes and twice
the antioxidants of blueberries,
the Brazilian Acai berry (AH-sci-EE)
is considered to have the best
nutritional value
of any fruit on earth!
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We recommend
consulting with your doctor to see if Mona Vie is right for you.
What
is the recommended dosage of Mona Vie?
Just 1 oz. twice daily (2 tablespoons per oz.) will start to
give you the nourishment your body is craving. We recommend
taking Mona Vie for at least 6 – 8 weeks, everyday to get the
full effect on how this nutritional drink can help you live a
healthier life.
Do I need to eat other fruits if I drink the recommended Mona
Vie?
Some fiber is removed from Mona Vie Juice in order to make it
taste good and have a good texture, so we recommend eating some
whole fruits that aren't in Mona Vie Acai juice. It is always
important that you maintain a well balanced diet in addition to
drinking Mona Vie Juice.
What
exactly is Celadrin®?
Essential fatty acids have been shown to be useful in countering
many ailments such as arthritis and heart disease, and for
increased immune response. Celadrin is a unique proprietary
blend of these fatty acids that is added to Mona Vie Acai Juice
to create Mona Vie Active Acai Juice that significantly aids in
joint function and pain reduction.
I have
Diabetes; can I safely drink Mona Vie Juice?
You should always check with your doctor before altering your
diet and keep a close eye on your blood sugar levels.
Glucosamine is technically a carbohydrate which the body is not
able to convert into glucose.
How do
daily vitamins and Mona Vie Juice compliment each other?
Mona Vie Juice is a natural food source of antioxidants and
phytochemicals that are only found in whole foods. Mona Vie
Active also includes glucosamine and Celedrin which are shown to
restore joint health and significantly reduce joint pain and
inflammation.
Why
aren't there more vitamins and minerals listed on the label?
There are over 50 phytonutrients contained in Mona Vie Juice and
Mona Vie Active Juice. Mona Vie can't list its proprietary blend
of fruit juice, or everyone else would copy it! Labeling laws
require a listing of Vitamin C, fat, protein, as well as other
vitamins and minerals. Mona Vie is not intended to be a source
of macronutrients, vitamins, and minerals. Mona Vie is a natural
food source of antioxidants and phytochemicals that are
available only in whole foods. For your information, one ounce
of Mona Vie Acai juice contains 20 calories, and 4 grams of
carbohydrates.
How
many different fruits are contained in Mona Vie products?
Mona Vie products are a proprietary blend of 19 power-packed
fruits. Fruits are necessary not only for their vitamin,
mineral, and fiber content, but also for the many phytonutrients
and antioxidants they offer. Mona Vie’s goal was to create a
blend of delicious and nutritious fruits high in antioxidants
and specific phytonutrients. An exhaustive review and analysis
of fruits grown all over the world revealed that wild fruits—and
particularly those grown in the Amazon rainforest—had by far the
most phytonutrients. In the end, Mona Vie chose the 19 fruits
that would best contribute to your health and give you the
variety of fruits your body needs on a daily basis.
Why
does the acai berry seem to get more attention than the other
healthful fruits in Mona Vie?
While all the fruits contained in Mona Vie have unique
properties that benefit your body, the acai berry has become the
“headliner” fruit because it is packed with nutritional
value—proteins, healthy fats, fiber, vitamins, minerals, and
trace minerals. It also has a low glycemic index. So complete is
this berry that the Brazilian people living along the Amazon can
survive on it as their sole source of food and demonstrate
amazing vitality and energy. More important than this, however,
is the impressive amount of phytonutrients that Mona Vie is able
to capture from the acai berry.
What
fruits are contained in Mona Vie products?
In addition to the acai berry, there are 18 fruits, including:
white grape, nashi pear, acerola, pear, aronia, purple grape,
cranberry, passionfruit, banana, apricot, prune, kiwi,
blueberry, bilberry, camu camu, wolfberry, pomegranate, and
lychee fruit.
Does
acai have a high ORAC score?
Yes, with an ORAC score of 1,026, the acai used in Mona Vie
boasts the highest ORAC score of any fruit or vegetable tested
to date. The acai fruit is the star among other well-known
antioxidants, such as blueberries, grapes, red wine, green tea,
cranberries, blackberries, and pomegranates. By comparison, acai
has more than 10 times the antioxidant power of cranberries.
What
does ORAC mean?
An acronym for oxygen radical absorption capacity, ORAC is a way
to measure the antioxidant capacity of a food. Foods with high
ORAC values are desirable for their ability to inhibit free
radical activity. The ORAC measurement was developed by a
scientist at the National Institute of Aging in 1992 and has
proven to be a valuable tool in quantifying health benefits
associated with consuming fruits, vegetables, and other
antioxidant-containing foods and supplements.
What
are antioxidants?
Antioxidants are “agents” that inhibit harmful compounds known
as free radicals. Free radicals cause damage to your cells
through the process of oxidation. By donating an electron to
unstable free radicals, antioxidants neutralize their harmful
effects. Obtaining a variety of antioxidants through diet or
supplementation is essential to maintaining your good health.
What
are free radicals?
Free radicals are atoms with at least one unpaired electron. In
excess, free radicals produce harmful oxidation that can damage
cell membranes. Free radicals are analogous to cattle let loose
on a field of planted crops. Uncontrolled, the cattle would
destroy the crops. Ranch hands are hired to make sure the cattle
stay in place and graze. Antioxidants act much the same way. As
the ranch hands for our bodies, antioxidants prevent free
radicals from potentially damaging millions of healthy,
functioning cells.
What
is oxidative stress?
Oxidative stress occurs in your body when there are not enough
antioxidants to counter the effects of damaging free radicals.
What
causes excess free radicals?
Tobacco smoke, alcohol, pollution, insecticides, radiation,
chemicals in the home or at work, and excessive amounts of
sunlight are all prolific contributors to the formation of free
radicals. Other causes include a high-fat diet, stress,
insufficient sleep, and strenuous exercise.
How
well do Mona Vie products scavenge other free radicals such as
peroxynitrite (NORAC), hydroxyl (HORAC), and superoxide anion
(SORAC)?
The Mona Vie juice blend is a very powerful antioxidant against
these additional free radicals; in fact, the SORAC assay score
of 1,614 unit/g represents the highest value ever reported for
superoxide scavenging activity in vitro of any food.
What
are phytonutrients?
Phytonutrients are naturally occurring compounds that contribute
to the flavor, color, and disease-resistance of plants (i.e.,
fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes). Phytonutrients
are powerful antioxidants, but their value extends much beyond
free radical protection. Maximum health benefits are derived
from consuming a variety of phytonutrients with a full spectrum
of colors and pigments, such as those found in Mona Vie
products.
Does
Mona Vie use flash pasteurization?
Yes. With flash pasteurization, the product is heated for
approximately 15–30 seconds and then immediately cooled. By only
briefly subjecting the product to high temperatures, most—if not
all—taste and color changes are avoided. Flash pasteurization is
preferred to other methods because it kills microbes without
destroying beneficial phytonutrients.
Is
Mona Vie’s acai certified organic?
Yes. The acai used by Mona Vie is certified organic through The
Institute for Marketecology (IMO). IMO is one of the first and
most renowned international agencies for inspection,
certification, and quality assurance of eco-friendly products.
IMO’s worldwide activities are accredited by the Swiss
Accreditation Service (SAS), according to EN 45011 (ISO 65),
which is the international standard for organic certification.
How
much acai is contained in Mona Vie products?
Because Mona Vie product formulas are proprietary, the exact
amount of acai or the other fruits contained in our blend is not
disclosed.
How
many servings of fruits and vegetables does the U.S. National
Research Council recommend we eat daily?
The U.S. National Research Council recommends that you consume
at least five servings of fruits and vegetables per day to
maintain a proper supply of food derived antioxidants for your
body. Research indicates that only five percent of the U.S.
population consumes five servings of fruits and vegetables per
day.
Where
are Mona Vie products manufactured?
To ensure the highest level of quality, Mona Vie blends and
produces Mona Vie products at its manufacturing facility in Salt
Lake City, Utah (not far from the corporate office).
What
is glucosamine hydrochloride?
Glucosamine hydrochloride is a natural compound found in the
body that is used to help make and form cartilage. Glucosamine
has also been shown to help lubricate, cushion, protect, and
rebuild joints.
Is one
form of glucosamine more effective than another?
There are three types of glucosamine: glucosamine hydrochloride
(HCl), N-acetyl glucosamine, and glucosamine sulfate. Both
glucosamine HCl and glucosamine sulfate are rapidly converted
into “free” glucosamine in the stomach. So, from a medicinal
standpoint, they are equally effective. However, glucosamine HCl
is 79 percent glucosamine, while glucosamine sulfate is only
between 47 and 52 percent glucosamine. Mona Vie Active juice
contains glucosamine HCl because it contains the highest level
of free glucosamine.
What
is the shelf life of the Mona Vie Original and Active juices?
If unopened, both the Mona Vie juices have a shelf life of one
year. If the Mona Vie juice has been opened, then the shelf life
is approximately 30-60 days, as long as the opened bottle is
refrigerated.
Are
Mona Vie products safe?
Yes, Mona Vie products are safe and contain only well-tolerated
foods. Mona Vie contains fruit juices and purees naturally found
in the food supply that have been consumed by various cultures
for hundreds of years. However, if you have any health concerns,
you should consult a physician before starting any new product
or program.
Are
Mona Vie products FDA approved?
There is no special approval or certificate needed from the FDA
to approve the sale of a juice product. As long as the
ingredients contained in Mona Vie products are generally
recognized as safe, which they are, FDA approval is not
necessary.
Do
Mona Vie products treat, cure, or prevent disease?
It is not the purpose of a natural product like Mona Vie to
treat, cure, or prevent disease; the FDA approves drugs to
treat, cure, and prevent disease. Mona Vie’s products are made
with a specific selection of fruits and other natural compounds
such as glucosamine hydrochloride and esterified fatty acids.
These fruits and compounds have been shown in some studies to
protect from various ailments.
What
are esterified fatty acids?
Esterified fatty acids are thought to reduce pain-like symptoms
and rapidly promote joint health, improving flexibility and
mobility. Esterification is the general name for a chemical
reaction in which two chemicals (typically an alcohol and an
acid) form an ester as the reaction product.
How
much potassium is in Mona Vie Original and Mona Vie Active?
For customers concerned about potassium levels for reasons
relating to dialysis, please consult a physician before taking
Mona Vie products. The potassium level in Mona Vie Original and
Mona Vie Active is approximately 62–66 mg/oz. Mona Vie Original
and Mona Vie Active contain no potassium additives, grapefruit,
or cantaloupe.
Is
there any vitamin K in Mona Vie Original or Mona Vie Active?
For customers concerned about vitamin K levels because of blood
thinning medication, please consult a physician before taking
any Mona Vie products. The vitamin K level in Mona Vie Original
and Mona Vie Active is approximately 12.4 µg/oz.
Are
Mona Vie products gluten-free?
Yes.
If
someone is allergic to shellfish can they consume glucosamine
hydrochloride?
Shellfish are a known allergen and glucosamine is derived from
shrimp shells. However, people who are allergic to shellfish are
actually allergic to the protein troponin, which is found in the
muscle (protein) of shrimp. Analyses do not find any protein in
the glucosamine hydrochloride used in Mona Vie Active Gel.
Glucosamine hydrochloride (GHCl), the form of glucosamine used
in Mona Vie Active Gel, is more than 99 percent pure. Because
shellfish is a known allergen, please consult with a physician
before taking Mona Vie Active Gel.
Why do
Mona Vie Original and Mona Vie Active contain the preservative
polysorbate?
To create a blend of water-based fruits and essential fatty
acids that tasted palatable, Mona Vie considered a number of
emulsifiers. The safest, by far, was polysorbate. Polysorbate
has been thoroughly researched by the FDA and has been found to
be nontoxic and safe at the amounts used in Mona Vie Original
and Mona Vie Active. The Center for Science in the Public
Interest (the “food police” for the USDA) awarded polysorbate
their highest safety rating.
Why do
Mona Vie products contain the preservative sodium benzoate?
Sodium benzoate, an organic chemical preservative, can prevent
the growth of almost all microorganisms (e.g., yeast, bacteria,
and fungi) and occurs naturally in some fruits, vegetables,
herbs, spices, nuts, wines, and teas.
Why
are there natural flavors in Mona Vie products?
Mona Vie uses natural flavors in its products because a juice
concentrate, which contains only the juice from a fruit, does
not give you the entire flavor of the fruit. Mona Vie’s natural
flavors make our products more palatable and balanced by staying
true to the natural flavor of the entire fruit. The natural
flavor used in Mona Vie Original, Mona Vie Active, and Mona Vie
Active Gel is a mixed berry natural flavor.
Does
Mona Vie use recycled glass in its glass bottles?
Yes. Mona Vie also encourages its distributors and customers to
take advantage of recycling services in their state or country
(where available).
What
is acai?
Acai is a small, round, black-purple berry with amazing
nutritional properties. Its appearance is similar to that of a
grape, but it has a smaller amount of pulp and a single large
seed. Scientific experts have referred to the acai berry as the
most nutritious and powerful food in the world.
Where
does acai grow?
The acai berry grows in clusters on the acai palm, a genus of
25–30 species of palms native to tropical Central and South
America. These tall, slender, and attractive palms can grow
15–30 meters tall, with leaves up to 3 meters long. The prime
commercial source of acai comes from the area where several
rivers converge within the Amazon estuary, emptying along the
northeastern corner of Brazil into the Atlantic Ocean between
the states of Para and Amapa. The people of Brazil refer to acai
as the “Milk of the Amazon.”
Does
harvesting the acai berry destroy the Amazon rainforest?
No. In fact, Mona Vie is helping to preserve the Amazon
rainforest by harvesting the acai berry. Each week, poachers
illegally chop down 5,000–10,000 palm trees to obtain and sell a
12-inch section of the palm known as the “palmito.” As a result,
the entire tree dies. On the other hand, by harvesting just the
acai berry, the palm tree continues to thrive and the natives
have an incentive to preserve the acai-bearing palm tree. It is
estimated that in 2006, Mona Vie, by buying the acai berry from
Brazilian suppliers, will preserve over 250,000 acai palm trees.
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