MANILA, Philippines - There is a need for quality calcium products as reflected in a survey conducted by the Philippine Food and Nutrition Research Institute of the Department of Science and Technology (FNRI-DOST) in 2008.
The study also revealed that about 90 percent of Filipino households are not meeting the average requirements for calcium. Thus, only one in every 10 Filipino households meets the average requirement for calcium as the consumption of Filipinos for milk and milk products indicates a decrease by seven grams, from 49 grams per capita per day in 2003 to 42 grams per capita per day in 2008.
Calcium is a known antioxidant and anti-aging mineral that is a standard supplement used to treat and prevent osteoporosis. While more popular for its contributions to bone and teeth health, calcium aids in weight loss and heart health.
This year, Herbalife marks its 20th anniversary in the Philippines. It has lined up several new products that will be released within the year in the local market. Two of the products that Herbalife released recently were Herbalife Xtra-Cal Advanced and Herbalife Aqua Shampoo and Herbalife Aqua Conditioner.
Herbalife’s Xtra-Cal Advanced is an exclusively formulated calcium supplement that supports healthy aging. It is a complete solution since it also high in zinc, magnesium, copper and vitamin D.
William Rahn, senior vice president and managing director of Herbalife Asia-Pacific, said in a media gathering, “As we age, our bone density declines so we created a unique formula of vitamins, minerals and herbs for optimum absorption of calcium. Herbalife is aware of the need of Filipinos for quality calcium products, that’s why the company is excited to make available this calcium product in the Philippines.â€
Aqua Shampoo and Conditioner, on the other hand, are the latest botanical solution to keep hair at a healthy moisture level. Herbalife Aqua is part of their outer nutrition range of products for a healthy and beautiful appearance.
“As a global nutrition company, our outer nutrition products are built on the benefits of inner nutrition with balancing nutrients for the outside as well,†said Lina Jacob, Herbalife Philippines general manager.
“Just as our body needs proper nutrition for long-term health, our hair requires the right nourishment to keep us looking our best,†Jacob added.
Herbalife Aqua is formulated with essence from botanicals through a blend of camellia leaf and seaweed extract that lets the hair and scalp enjoy the pampering touch of nature every day.
The Herbalife Aqua Shampoo is the perfect product to give hair a vitalizing glow. Its sulphate and paraben-free gentle formula keeps hair and scalp clean while supporting hair color with natural shine.
Meanwhile, Aqua Conditioner helps seal in moisture to leave hair feeling soft and silky smooth. It is also free from paraben that is perfect for daily use with a fruity green fragrance that will keep hair smelling fresh all day.
“Moisture is what Herbalife Aqua brings in abundance to our hair from root to tip. Combining natural botanicals with advanced formulation technology, Herbalife Aqua gives our your crowning glory a vitalizing glow from the inside and out,†she added.
Meanwhile, Herbalife has also been active in disaster relief efforts, most recently with the operations for Typhoon Yolanda victims. Such efforts made available food, clothing, blankets, supplies, housing and safe play area for affected children and their communities. The company’s international distributors have also helped raise more than P2.7 million through individual donations.
Another continuing project of Herbalife in the Philippines, which began in December 2010, is the CASA Herbalife, a flagship program of the Herbalife Family Foundation (HFF). Through the project, the company provides nutrition to 800 kids housed in eight facilities of the SOS Children’s Foundation throughout the country.
Herbalife, as a global company, remains committed to its mission of spreading the good news of nutrition. At the same time, it has dedicated its products to help its users and the community to bring not just good nutrition but to provide business opportunities for more Filipinos as well.
Herbalife has been experiencing a steady growth in the country, attributed to the quality of its products and the effectiveness of its distribution network coupled with geographic expansion.