1. How did Relìv get started?
In 1982, Robert and Sandy Montgomery met Dr. Theodore Kalogris, who had developed an advanced nutritional formula. After taking Dr. Ted’s formula, the Montgomerys felt healthier than ever and wanted to share what they had found with the rest of the world. In 1988, the Montgomerys launched Relìv, a direct selling company with the stated mission to “Nourish Our World.” Dr. Ted’s formula would serve as the foundation of Relìv Classic®, the company’s first product, for which he would be granted a U.S. patent that same year.

2. How long has Relìv been in business?
Relìv International, Inc. has been operating since 1988.

3. Why are Relìv’s prices not listed on www.reliv.com?
Relìv products are available on four continents and in more than a dozen different countries. Because prices in each country vary, a consumer should contact his/her Distributor to find out the price for any given item.

4. Why do I have to purchase Relìv products through a Distributor?
Relìv International does not sell products directly to consumers. Instead, we enable Distributors to build a business and make a profit by selling the products. To maintain the integrity of our business model and ensure that our Distributors are able to build their businesses individually, the company does not sell directly to consumers, and all purchases must be made through Distributors. These Distributors provide ongoing personal, individualized service to our retail customers. If you do not have a Distributor, you can request one through www.reliv.com.

5. What kind of guarantee does Relìv offer?
Relìv offers and requires each Relìv Distributor to offer a 30-day, 100% unconditional money-back guarantee to all retail customers. Every Relìv Distributor is required to honor this guarantee. If a retail customer is dissatisfied with a Relìv product for any reason, the customer may return the product to the Distributor within 30 days for a full refund of the product purchase price.

6. What is the difference between an Independent Relìv Distributor and Relìv International, Inc.?
All Independent Relìv Distributors are independent contractors of Relìv International, Inc. They are not franchisees, joint ventures, partners, employees or agents of Relìv. Relìv International, Inc. is the corporation that develops, manufactures and markets Relìv products.

7. How can you make money with Relìv?
There are five ways to make money through Relìv. First, Distributors earn immediate profit, called retail profit, anywhere from 20-40% by sharing Relìv with customers. Second, Distributors can generate wholesale profit when they sponsor another Distributor and earn the difference between that Distributor’s profit level and their own. Third, as a Distributor’s organization grows, and additional overrides are created, they earn percentages through the organization’s overrides. Fourth, Relìv awards incentive travel and monthly cash bonuses for business performance. Fifth, at the Ambassador level, Distributors are paid to help others grow their Relìv businesses.

8. How much money do Relìv Distributors make?
Individual Distributors’ income will vary. Some individuals use Relìv as a source of supplemental income, earning enough money for a goal as simple as making a car or mortgage payment, for example. Others operate their Relìv business full-time as their primary source of income. As with any business, the amount each individual makes will vary. Our income disclosure statement showing the range of incomes our Distributors are making is available by request.

9. Is Relìv a legitimate business?
No doubt about it! Here are the facts about Relìv:
• Publicly traded company (NASDAQ:RELV)
• Longtime member of Direct Selling Association, which requires member companies to adhere to a strict code of ethics
• Longtime member of the Council for Responsible Nutrition, where Relìv Vice Chairman and Chief Scientific Officer Dr. Carl W. Hastings serves on the board
• Grade of ‘A’ on the Better Business Bureau rating scale
• Featured as a top small company in Forbes, Fortune and BusinessWeek magazines
• 22-year history of proven success and ethical business practices

10. What is Team Relìv?
Team Relìv is an initiative from Relìv International. Fitness and nutrition go hand-in-hand; that’s why this program is designed to get people moving — whether running, walking, playing racquetball or playing with the kids. The Team Relìv program also offers a 5K/10K Sponsorship Program, Relìv Running Club, Team Relìv Facebook page and Team Relìv workout gear.

11. What is the Kalogris Foundation?
Relìv established the Relìv Kalogris Foundation in 1995 as a non-profit, 501(c)(3) charitable organization in honor of the late Dr. Theodore "Ted" Kalogris who created the nutritional formula that would become Relìv Classic®, the company's original product. When the Foundation began in 1995, the primary focus was providing products to individuals in need throughout the United States. As Distributor donations increased and news of the mission spread, the Foundation’s vision became more global. Year after year, the Foundation’s efforts have steadily grown. What began as simply supplying product to a handful of missionaries working in the Philippines has evolved into the full support of more than 270 nutrition programs in 10 countries. Today, the RKF feeds 42,000 people every day. You can learn more by clicking here.

12. My question wasn’t answered here. How can I find an answer?
For questions about Relìv International, please visit www.reliv.com or email us at: rds@relivinc.com.

1. Does Relìv cure any cancer, diseases or other illnesses?
No. Relìv products are intended to provide balanced nutrition for a healthier lifestyle and overall wellbeing. Relìv products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Although many individuals have seen improvements in their health when consuming these products, individual results will vary. We feel that optimal nutrition is beneficial to all.

2. Can I take Relìv if I have a medical condition?
Anyone with a medical condition should always seek the advice of a medical professional before beginning a nutritional program. It’s also a good idea for anyone under a doctor’s care to have his/her physician evaluate Relìv products to ensure the products conform to any current dietary program.

3. I am allergic to certain foods. Can I still take Relìv?
Before starting on any nutritional program, you should read the label to find out if there are any ingredients to which you are allergic. If you are unsure if you should consume Relìv products, you should contact your physician.

4. Why do Relìv products contain soy?
Studies continue to illustrate the many benefits of soy as a superfood:

• A study shows that consumption of a wide variety of soy products is associated with reducing the risk of developing the lung disease COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) and other respiratory symptoms. The flavonoids in soy foods may act as an anti-inflammatory agent in the lung.
• Soy isoflavones can lower diabetes and heart disease risk. Eating soy foods has been shown to lower cholesterol, decrease blood glucose levels and improve glucose tolerance in people with diabetes.
• In postmenopausal women, the phytoestrogens in soy may slow bone loss. In addition, many soy foods are high in calcium and contain magnesium and boron, which work together with calcium for better bone health.
• New studies show that soy may help reduce cancer risk — including breast cancer risk in premenopausal women.
• Soy also helps improve mood, memory and other mental functions in women and men.

Source: Science & Health Today, www.reliv.com) A number of studies and published articles were used to provide information for this question. (To view all original sources for this information, please click here.

5. Can I take Relìv while I am pregnant or nursing?
We have testimonials from many women who have consumed Relìv’s essential nutritional products before, during and after their pregnancies with excellent results. In fact, most report easier pregnancies and faster recovery while getting balanced nutrition from the products. However, you should show the products to your physician for approval before starting a Relìv regimen during pregnancy.

6. I eat healthy foods. Why should I supplement?
Unfortunately, even if you’re eating right, you’re still probably not getting enough vitamins and nutrients from your diet for optimum health. Many of today’s foods don’t pack the nutritional punch they did years ago. According to a report published in the Journal of HortScience, the average vegetable found in today’s supermarket is anywhere from 5% to 40% lower in minerals (including magnesium, iron, calcium and zinc) than those harvested just 50 years ago.
The decline is attributed to modern crops being harvested faster, giving them less time to absorb nutrients, and the use of fertilizers that may interfere with a plant’s ability to take up nutrients. That’s why nutritional supplements are so essential to maintaining health and vitality. In 2002, the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) began advising all adults to take multivitamins to help prevent such common chronic illnesses as cancer, heart disease and osteoporosis.
“Most people do not consume an optimal amount of all vitamins by diet alone. It appears prudent for all adults to take vitamin supplements,” according to the statement in JAMA. Physicians are paying attention. Did you know that 72 percent of physicians personally use dietary supplements? Obviously, supplementing is an ideal road map for health. (Source: Click here.)
Relìv nutritional supplements are not considered a food item, nor should Relìv nutritional supplements be consumed instead of food. Relìv nutritional supplements are meant to enhance one’s overall wellbeing by providing optimal levels of nutrition in addition to the foods they eat.

7. How can I find out nutritional information about individual Relìv products?
The nutritional panel of each and every Relìv nutritional product is available online at www.reliv.com. Simply choose your country and then click on “The Products” to view a benefit sheet, ingredient list and any patents for individual products.

8. Are Relìv nutritional products regulated by the FDA?
Yes. The dietary supplement industry is regulated by the FDA. The FDA has regulatory authority under the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act as amended in 1994 by the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act (DSHEA) and in 2006 by the Dietary Supplement and Nonprescription Drug Consumer Protection Act. (Source: Council for Responsible Nutrition)
Each individual dietary supplement company is responsible for determining that the dietary supplements it manufactures or distributes are safe and that any representations or claims made about them are substantiated by adequate evidence to show that they are not false or misleading. This means that dietary supplements do not need approval from FDA before they are marketed. (Source: Food and Drug Administration)
Relìv goes even further in maintaining the highest integrity and standards by being a member of the Council for Responsible Nutrition. The CRN, 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. In addition to complying with a host of federal and state regulations governing dietary supplements, the CRN’s manufacturer and supplier members also agree to adhere to voluntary guidelines for manufacturing, marketing and CRN’s Code of Ethics. (Source: Council for Responsible Nutrition)
Relìv manufactures its nutritional products in near-pharmaceutical conditions.

9. What is the shelf life of Relìv powdered nutritional products?
After the products are opened, they are effective for up to 6 months if stored with the lid on in a cool, dry place. However if not stored under these conditions the product will deteriorate more quickly.
For unopened cans, the Relìv products hold a 24 month shelf life. A “best before” date is printed on the bottom of each can.

10. Are Relìv products all-natural?
Relìv products are not considered whole foods, organic or all-natural. The products are classified as dietary supplements and not food. Relìv uses both natural and synthetic ingredients, therefore the products are not considered 'whole foods'. We use synthetic ingredients to increase the potency or stability and to standardize the amount of nutrients per batch. All of the ingredients contained in the Relìv products are considered safe for human consumption by the FDA. We purchase them in powdered form from leading food ingredient companies and formulate them into finished products. Each ingredient is accompanied with a Certificate of Analysis and meets strict Relìv specifications.

11. Are Relìv products vegetarian, kosher or lactose-free?
Relìv Now® and Relìv Classic® are both vegetarian, certified Kosher and Halal, ideal for those with lactose intolerance, and contain no animal compounds, artificial preservatives or trans fat. For a list of ingredients in all Relìv products, visit www.reliv.com and visit the individual product listings.

12. Are Relìv products patented?
Innergize!®, Arthaffect®, Reversage®, FibRestore® and Cellebrate® are currently under U.S. patents. The first Relìv Classic® patent was issued in 1988 and has since expired. In order for an invention to be patented, the U.S. patent laws provide that it must (A) have utility and (B) be novel and non-obvious over the prior art. The U.S. Patent Office substantively examines patent applications to ensure that patents are issued only for inventions that satisfy these legal criteria.

13. Why does it say “proprietary blend” on the supplements facts section of my Relìv product label?
The term “proprietary blend” refers to our secret recipe of optimum ingredients. Dr. Theodore Kalogris and Dr. Carl Hastings spent years perfecting optimal mixtures of ingredients in Relìv products. These mixtures are what make our products effective. The mixtures make our products unique, so we call them proprietary.

14. My question wasn’t answered here. How can I find an answer?
For questions about Relìv products or ingredients, please email productinfo@relivinc.com.