Reviewing Monavie Active Juice

We actually had someone pitch this to us. No free sample, but they were willing to give us one for cost. Wasn't really interested since I knew the purchase would only lead to more calls about acheiving our dreams with this fantastic business. Not sure if all the distributors are like that but this person was.

Posted by: Truth | January 28, 2006 4:18 PM

Hey Eric,

Thank you for the reviews and comments regarding MonaVie Active.

Just a few things--

I think it is relevant to state that you drank the entire bottle in a couple of glasses. True you can drink as much as you like to -- if you can afford to do so. You may become more regular, but no harm will be done by consumming more than 2 (1oz servings) a day -- which is reccomended.

During our conversation, the statement was made by me -- that I was being told by more than one Doctor -- that one could sustain life on the Acai Berry. Not MonaVie.

I am still considering the challenge you gave me to -- "Do it!" I am just afraid I may turn purple. ;-)

Doctors have also confirmed that our bodies are producing cancerous cells daily and antioxidants destroy such.

I have discovered that when an antioxidant attacks a cancer cell, I myself have never been able to feel that personally. Can anyone describe how that feels? ;-)

One thing that you made clear, is that you didn't feel anything. I do not tell anyone that they will feel anything. Some do, and some don't.

That is why it is important to have some understanding of science backing the product.

As for cost issues: How much does a apple, orange, and a bannana cost? Then take that cost and estimate how many you would need to make a 750 ML bottle of pure fruit juice. Needless to say -- I cannot find most of the antioxidant rich fruits in MonaVie at my local market, even if I wanted to make juice from them.

Nonetheless, I do make people aware that there are many people who are claiming that they ARE experiencing some pretty amazing physical changes in their health since using the reccomended daily servings of MonaVie Active.

Are these people lying -- maybe they are. One can only go by their own intuition and gut feelings. Is it psychological -- maybe. Is their health improving -- for many they have medical proof that it is. The science backing healthy fruit and vegetables rich in antioxidants, phytonutrients, etc. is abundant.

The way I explain the MonaVie product is that it is a all-natural blend of 16 exotic nutrient rich -- fruit juices -- 3 for flavor.

The headlining fruit is the Acai Berry from the Amazon Rain Forest. I encourage everyone to do due-diligence on Acai - the news and research is forthcoming. (See University of Florida most recent study this month here www.squidoo.com/monavie.)

You also mention that Brig and Bruce have pending legal issues with Quixtar. Brig does have a pending lawsuit, and he is suing Quixtar. Bruce however, is done and out. They -- meaning the A/QMO Kingpins and Quixtar took him for several million dollars and sold his business out from under him.(Details at www.baron55.com)

If you are looking for a high or a rush, I do not reccomend buying MonaVie. However, if you are looking to supplement your diet with a tasty and nutrient rich beverage, MonaVie may be a solution to some of your needs. It is about conveneince -- delivering 7 servings of LIVE fruit by taking a few swigs a day.

The benefits are not going to be blatant or mind-shaking. You can expect an overall increase in energy if you take as directed, for an extended period of time.

The key is balance, variety, moderation.

Many people are used to a caffeine buzz and/or some other type of high that has negative side-effects. MonaVie has no negative side-effects -- it is a all-natural blend of exotic fruit in a bottle, that is a long-term solution.

To be clear, I never make any health claims that MonaVie will cure anything. Will it help improve your health? Try some and you decide for yourself. MonaVie has a money back gurantee.

Posted by: Jerry Giebeig | January 28, 2006 6:09 PM

"Doctors have also confirmed that our bodies are producing cancerous cells daily and antioxidants destroy such."

Do you have a reference or a link to a report confirming this?

"To be clear, I never make any health claims that MonaVie will cure anything. Will it help improve your health?"

So will drinking water. And water doesn't cost $45/bottle.

So the big question is if it doesn't cause you to feel anything and you make no claims about its potential medicinal effects, why should anyone buy it? Where's the proof that it does anything at all to justify buying or drinking it (other than for enjoyment)?

PW

Posted by: PW | January 28, 2006 8:17 PM

PW,

"Doctors have also confirmed that our bodies are producing cancerous cells daily and antioxidants destroy such."

>Do you have a reference or a link to a report confirming this?

Nope, I do not. I am going by what my family Dr has told me personally.

If you disagree -- do you have a link that disproves my Dr wrong?

>So will drinking water. And water doesn't cost >$45/bottle.

Are you seriously comparing health benefits of water to fruit juices? Be a little more objective will ya, you are starting to sound like a closed-minded MLMer. ;-)

>So the big question is if it doesn't cause you >to feel anything and you make no claims about >its potential medicinal effects, why should >anyone buy it? Where's the proof that it does >anything at all to justify buying or drinking >it (other than for enjoyment)?

There is proof, I guess it depends on your level of scrutiny. Many people have done enough due-diligence to know that science is available that supports the benefits of daily consumption of dark pigmented fruits on a consistent basis.

Then there are those really risky people who believe the testimonies of those they meet -- that make claim that MonaVie has elliminated a particular problem. ;-)

Bottom Line: Do you feel that ingesting large amounts of antioxidants is good for you and beneficial to ones health? Or, that glucosamine and celadrine improve joint and muscle problems?

If no, then all I can tell you is that we disagree.

If yes, then MonaVie is a great source of several very unique fruits that have been tested and found to be high in anti-oxidants as well as many other beneficial nutrients.

How much should 750 ML of these particular fruits sell for in a juice form?

Posted by: Jerry Giebeig | January 28, 2006 9:47 PM

Here is a link t a website where they sell different antioxidants. The first one that they claim is the best sells for $59 for a one month supply in a pill form. I choose to believe that absorbtion rates are better in liquid than in pill.

http://www.consumer-review.net/anti-oxidants.html

There is also an explanation about antioxidants and oxidating cells in the left-hand margin.

Posted by: Jerry Giebeig | January 28, 2006 10:01 PM

Though I am always skeptical of MLMs and the "miracle products" that they offer, I am not ready to discount the benefits of this juice. Why? Personal experience.

My parents had been encouraged by a friend to drink Tahitian Noni juice. It, like Monavie, isn't too pleasant-tasting or -smelling, has a recommended daily dose of one or two shot glasses, costs $40 per bottle, and is distributed via network marketing.

I did not believe that the Noni juice would have any effects besides lightening their pocketbook by $40 every week, but after a few months of drinking Noni, my father's psoriasis greatly diminished and then disappeared (or at least the affected areas of the skin started looking normal; I doubt that the affliction itself is completely gone). There were no major lifestyle changes other than two shots of Noni a day.

I am not involved with Noni or Monavie in any way other than occasional consumption of the former; I'm simply recounting my personal experience with the product.

Posted by: Don Incognito | January 29, 2006 2:05 AM

You may have tried the wrong juice!

Maybe the former Passport president can ship you a free sample bottle of the "ageless" Passport/OLS (juice, pills, cream, or whatever) for review.

Would you consider trying a sample bottle of Passport/OLS juice?

Posted by: StillNotBelievin' | January 29, 2006 2:49 AM

I would be really worried about buying some product that is not in the open market, given how much BS goes on in these MLM. Wasting $$ is one thing, it may even harm you!! e.g. Double X has vitamin K, not too good for old ppl. An mlmer is not a dietition, is he?

Dietitians.ca says this all stupid potions and jiuces just contribute to expensive Urine.

http://www.dietitian.com/vitamins.html

Should I listen to them, or a snake oil sleazy mlm?

Btw give the character of BO Short, it could very well be real pee in those bottles. Who knows?

Posted by: Imran | January 29, 2006 5:34 PM

">Do you have a reference or a link to a report confirming this?

Nope, I do not. I am going by what my family Dr has told me personally.

If you disagree -- do you have a link that disproves my Dr wrong?"

I am not making claims. I am also not privy to what your doctor told you. Why should I be forced to falsify YOUR claims.

Also, your doctor makes suggestions to you based on your medical history and his/her experience with you. That does not make him/her qualified to start recommending products that you endorse to everyone else, especially using his/her status to do so.

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">So will drinking water. And water doesn't cost >$45/bottle.

Are you seriously comparing health benefits of water to fruit juices? Be a little more objective will ya, you are starting to sound like a closed-minded MLMer. ;-)"

I am not comparing anything. I am making no claims. I simply wonder why anyone would pay $45/bottle for something that has no more proven benefits than water. That is not a comparison.

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">So the big question is if it doesn't cause you >to feel anything and you make no claims about >its potential medicinal effects, why should >anyone buy it? Where's the proof that it does >anything at all to justify buying or drinking >it (other than for enjoyment)?

There is proof, I guess it depends on your level of scrutiny."

You have been asked for and failed to provide proof of your claims, but you blame our "level of scrutiny" for our lack of faith in your claims?

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"Many people have done enough due-diligence to know that science is available that supports the benefits of daily consumption of dark pigmented fruits on a consistent basis."

I asked for a link. You said you didn't have one. You are making the claims. Why is it up to me to do the studies?

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"Then there are those really risky people who believe the testimonies of those they meet -- that make claim that MonaVie has elliminated a particular problem. ;-)

Bottom Line: Do you feel that ingesting large amounts of antioxidants is good for you and beneficial to ones health? Or, that glucosamine and celadrine improve joint and muscle problems?

If no, then all I can tell you is that we disagree.

If yes, then MonaVie is a great source of several very unique fruits that have been tested and found to be high in anti-oxidants as well as many other beneficial nutrients.

How much should 750 ML of these particular fruits sell for in a juice form?"

Um, less than $45/bottle? And even then, the proof of its benefits should be easy to find (PROVIDED by reps WITH THE PRODUCT) and easy to substantiate, especially by those who sell it.

I'm not sure that ingesting large amounts of ANYTHING is good for you.

I feel good after I drink caffeinated drinks. I don't get that "buzz" that so many people do, and it can sometimes help in alleviating a headache. But I would never claim that everyone will feel good after drinking something with caffeine in it. Nor would I suggest that everyone should drink caffeinated beverages until it makes them feel good, too. I would not suggest drinking mega-quantities of the stuff. And I certainly wouldn't claim that because I felt good after drinking coffee that there was some sort of medicinal benefit to drinking it unless I had documented evidence of that benefit available to me. My experiences with it are mine, alone.

If I suggested that coffee or Coke was good for someone else, it would be up to me to prove it. It would be up to me to prove that my claims were not motivated by potential profit. It is not up to anyone else to disprove it.

You're the MonaVie rep. Prove your claims.

PW

Posted by: PW | January 30, 2006 5:25 AM

We're forgetting what's important here. That is one sweet looking bottle.

Posted by: Shawn Cannon | January 30, 2006 6:45 AM

You guys aren’t listening. You’re debating about the wrong juice. Why don’t you guys try the Passport/OLS juice? The P/OLS bottle isn’t as cute the MonaVie’ bottle but it has 4,500 ORAC (s) per oz! You can‘t beat that can you?

Don’t ask me what an “ORAC” is but if it has 4,500 of them, it must be a good thing. Above all, it tastes great and it’s less filling!

Also, it’s a good idea to know your products. You don‘t want to have to resort to the old "That's a good question. I'll have to get back to you on that" line. Do you?

Posted by: StillNotBelievin' | January 30, 2006 4:10 PM

If you drink that juice, front roll 50 times, then smoke some crack, mlm does make sense. You gotta try it!

Posted by: Imran | January 31, 2006 6:35 AM

You can add this 3rd party (Government) link to your list of research references:

http://5aday.nci.nih.gov/research/index.html

Snippet~

"Research shows that fruits and vegetables are powerful defenders of our health. The research supporting a critical role for fruits and vegetables in good health grows stronger all the time. Scientists now agree that fruits and vegetables should be the foundation of a healthy diet.

In addition to helping you feel better eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables can also help reduce your risk of many chronic diseases including cancer, high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, stroke and other diseases. Click on a link to the right for more information on that topic."

Maybe we are discussing cost?

What should 750 ML of exotic fruits from around the world cost?

I think MonaVie is priced competitively as I have illustrated above with non-MLM examples.

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Here is a link t a website where they sell different antioxidants. The first one that they claim is the best sells for $59 for a one month supply in a pill form. I choose to believe that absorbtion rates are better in liquid than in pill.

http://www.consumer-review.net/anti-oxidants.html

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Show me otherwise -- if you disagree.

Posted by: Jerry Giebeig | January 31, 2006 6:03 PM

Are you saying that the government endorses MoneVie?

PW

Posted by: PW | January 31, 2006 11:25 PM

Not at all -- this conversation is about antioxidant rich fruits/berries in a bottle PW -- nothing more.

I would ask that you quit trying to make it more than what it is -- and just breathe. ;-)

The claim has now been verified -- that fruit is healthy. MonaVie delivers some of the most antioxidant rich fruits/berries in the world in a bottle.

For many, it is convenience..

Now that I provide you with links to back my "claims" that fruit is full of antioxidants among others -- that help you sustain better health -- you question whether the source is endorsing my product. I ask that you try to be objective.

Possibly -- there is a MLM product/opportunity that has been brought to market that IS different than the normal hyped up snake-oil and/or empty promises of riches. One that stands up to your sterotypical rhetoric -- which usually applies to all companies I have seen you critize up until now.

For the record, I am not naive enough to think that there will not be people who misrepresent and make exaggerated health claims who are MonaVie Distributors. All I can do is -- do my part to combat those individuals, when/if they do so.

Have you had your 7-9 servings of fruit and/or vegetables today? If so, what did it cost you? ;-).

Posted by: Jerry Giebeig | February 1, 2006 1:45 AM

Copy write alert....

Have you had your 7-9 servings of fruit and/or vegetables today? If so, what did it cost you?

That's Quixtar's Double X and Fruit and Vegetable ad.

Posted by: Imran | February 1, 2006 3:43 AM

No, it is not me who is making it more than it is. YOUR company is saying that because the government is endorsing a diet rich in fruits and vegetables that MonaVie is the right product to buy in order to meet that standard.

This conversation is about MonaVie and its products - what they are and how they are marketed. I am not here to tell people what they should and should not ingest. I am here to discuss the way companies convince people to buy their products. I am here to explore the ways that messages offered to clients and reps differ from what is delivered.

Don't pretend that I'm upset. I'm not. I simply call you on your misrepresentation. You cannot say that MonaVie does ANYTHING for health unless its claims are approved by the FDA to do so. Including the word "may" in your claims may get your company out of hot water, legally, but it doesn't justify a $45 bottle of fruit juice.

Otherwise, the BIG question would be: How do you get people to fork over $45 for a bottle of juice without making any health claims?

BTW, I feel great. Very healthy, even though I don't work out enough... (Too much time sitting in front of the computer! :-) )

PW

Posted by: PW | February 1, 2006 7:01 AM

I looked at the site that Jerry referenced, and it talks about the benifits of a diet rich in fruit and vegetables. It says nothing about dietary supplements. I'm not convinced that it is supporting products like Jerry is selling.

Posted by: vm | February 1, 2006 12:55 PM

PW,

So you know -- I do not sell MonaVie Active for $45. When is the last time you paid suggested retail anywhere?

My customers can buy at a 15% discount when they buy a case a month (2 adults consume a case per month)-- therefore the price they pay is $34 a bottle.

Where is my company making that claim?

In your own words -- will you provide a link to that claim please?

As for what MonaVie is:

MonaVie is 100% all-natural LIVE fruit/berries in a bottle, with the MonaVie Active having Glucosamine® and Celadrine®. (Glucosamine hydrochloride and esterified fatty acids (Celadrin) which has been added to our MonaVie Active formula has been found to help greatly in repairing cartilage and joints.

Link to support claim:

http://www.willner.com/news.aspx?id=9

Snippet~

In a double blind, matched pair topical cream study, conducted at the University of Connecticut, 100% of the osteoarthritic subjects on Celadrin® showed significant improvement in just 30 minutes and cumulative benefits throughout the remaining 30 days of the study. Patients were assessed for range of motion, pain levels, timed up and go, timed stair climbing and muscular endurance tests. Significance was demonstrated in every test.

The Celadrin® compound represents a matrix of fatty acid carbons which have been scientifically arranged to achieve maximum efficacy for joint mobility and health.

Celadrin® is a revolutionary complex which has been scientifically designed to restore mobility and relieve pain quickly.

End of Snippet--

MonaVie company officials have never told me that MonaVie will do anything, other than provide convenience of LIVE fruit/berries in a bottle. They encourage distributors to study the science and try the product. Money back gurantee.

MonaVie promotes that there are many people reporting significant health changes since taking MonaVie regularly(some very interesting.)

As anyone -- I am always skeptical of product testimonials. However, I must admit -- these testimonials (that I have seen/heard with my own eyes and ears) are convincing. They are also in allignment with benefits that the government and scientists are reporting that fruits/vegetables, Glucosamine, and Celadrine will provide.

Are these people all liars, or is the placebo effect occuring? You have to decide that for yourself. I choose to believe the people I have personally interacted with.

Worst case scenerio -- they believe they are improving. Therefore, if it takes a bottle of MonaVie Active a week to reduce dosage or wean them them off of oxicontins -- then I think that is improvement. Have you seen the side-effects of those babies? :-0

But hey -- people pass out at Benny Hinn concerts all the time and swear they have been healed.

So for the record -- I agree that science is key in promoting anything related to health. At the same time -- I am also equally convinced that these testimonials believe (some with proof in hand)their lives have been improved by taking MonaVie. ;-)

I personally represent MonaVie Active as a antioxidant rich fruit drink that contains 19 of the worlds most antioxidant rich fruits/berries -- headlining with the Acai Berry -- also containing Glucosamine and Celadrine for $34 a bottle or less.

There are some other very rare fruits/berries within MonaVie other than Acai -- they provide abundant amounts of antioxidants -- that science points to as beneficial.

Wouldn't it make sense that some people may discover positive changes -- when most of them have not had any LIVE food ingested in -- who knows how long?

Have you noticed -- hardly no one grows a garden anymore....

Posted by: Jerry Giebeig | February 1, 2006 4:00 PM

VM,

MonaVie is not sold as a vitamin supplement -- it is labeled as a food.

MonaVie Active is simply -- whole fruits, skin, seed, flesh, with Celadrine and Glucosamine in a bottle -- providing an abundant source of benefits that come with fruit/berries rich in color as described by the science on the government website.

It is exactly what they are describing...fruits that are dark in color, variety(19), and moderation.

Again -- for many MonaVie is also about convenience.

Posted by: Jerry Giebeig | February 1, 2006 4:09 PM

I did not call it a vitamin supplement. You refered to it as a supplement to one's diet.




However, if you are looking to supplement your diet with a tasty and nutrient rich beverage, MonaVie may be a solution to some of your needs. It is about conveneince -- delivering 7 servings of LIVE fruit by taking a few swigs a day.




If you were consuming 7 actual servings of fruit and vegetables, those servings would be replacing other food in your diet. This is what I take "a diet rich in fruit and vegetables" to mean. In other words, it is not just about what you are eating but also about what you are not eating.




One last mostly unrelated thing... I find this statement : MonaVie is 100% all-natural LIVE fruit/berries in a bottle comical. Just how are the berries living in that bottle?

Posted by: vm | February 1, 2006 5:59 PM

www.pomwonderful.com

Bye Bye Monavie.

Monavie is going the way of the dinosaur, S8 detergent and XS energy drink. SORRY JERRY.

Posted by: fu | February 12, 2006 1:30 AM

MonaVie has pomegranate covered, as well as 18 other fruits/berries including acai. Balance, moderation, and variety is what science is recommending.

Follow the link in my name to see all of the fruits/berries in MonaVie.

Here is a link to MonaVie's most current focus on the science backing the benefits of pomegranate -- which is in MonaVie.

http://monaview.blogspot.com/2006/02/pomegrante-forbidden
-fruit-in-garden.html

Posted by: Jerry Giebeig | February 12, 2006 5:32 AM

Better taste, less filling - POM has it covered at a fraction of the price.

Back to the drawing board my MLM friend.

Posted by: fu | February 12, 2006 7:20 PM

Back to the subject at hand -- fu.

It seems that you are not understanding the basic relevance of variety -- between POM and MonaVie.

The scientific research is conclusive.

http://www.5aday.gov/research/health_cancer.html

"People whose diets are rich in fruits and vegetables (5 to 9 servings a day) have a lower risk of getting cancers of the lung, mouth, pharynx, esophagus, stomach, colon, and rectum. They are also less likely to get cancers of the breast, pancreas, ovaries, larynx, and bladder. There is no specific fruit or vegetable responsible for reducing cancer risk; instead, research shows that it is the regular consumption of a variety of fruits and vegetables that reduces risk."

As you can clearly see -- this comparison is fatuous and an obvious disparity.

If your objective is to make a comparison between MonaVie and a non-MLM product, may I suggest that you find a product with some variety -- to begin our comparison.

There has to be a better comparison on the market.

Posted by: Jerry Giebeig | February 13, 2006 3:24 AM

FYI -- Prior to fu's comments I had posted MonaVie's most recent focus on the interesting history and some of the current studies focused on pomegranate. (The link in my name directs you to that post.)

The article documents some of the science, both in mice and human cell cultures -- surrounding the latest clinical studies of pomegranate.

Go directly to article:

http://onthemove.monavievo.com/pomegranate.asp

Posted by: Jerry Giebeig | February 13, 2006 4:07 AM

Or you can skip the MLM and buy a regular-sized can of POM juice at your local grocery story. Or you can check out their website www.pomwonderful.com.

Posted by: fu | February 16, 2006 1:02 AM

I'm addressing my comments to PW the originator of the review, I think you are in no position to critique this product seeing as you slugged down one bottle in pratically three sittings. That's like taking a whole bottle of vitamins in two sittings---ridiculous! You seem to be a pompous man with a huge bias towards MLM. Now, I am not involved with Monavie or any type of MLM. However, I have tried the product along with other anti-oxident rich drinks and find it quite effective. My point is, that you have no point because you havent't taken the time to the review the product thoroughly.
Drink it, as it's prescribed, try more than one bottle---maybe six months (or maybe three) worth before delivering our opinion.
Dee

Posted by: Dee | February 23, 2006 3:33 PM

Dee,

For the record -- it was Eric J. (the owner of this blog, a.k.a. Qblog) that did the review of MonaVie, not PW.

Glad to hear you are enjoying MonaVie, and experiencing positive results. ;-)

Posted by: Jerry Giebeig | February 23, 2006 11:05 PM

>I agree with Dee, I don't think Eric tried the product long enough to make a claim on the effects. I have not yet tried the product, but so far the effects that I have witnessed have been overwhelming. A friend of the family whom is paralyzed from the neck down has been taking the product for about 2 months and he is now able to move his right arm up to his right peck. I find it very hard to beleive that this is all in his head.
> As for the Tahitian Noni juice, it is made up of fruit concentrate, Monavie is made up of ALL NATURAL FRUITS!!!!

Posted by: Monavie Rules | March 9, 2006 12:25 AM

Eric,

It sounds like your not really too interested in living a healty life so this product would not be for you.

If the person trying the Monavie Is into self-mutalation, drug abuse, or does not care about being healthy, this product is not for them. But if the person is interested in living a healthy life-style (It's your daily doses of fruit) and better their condition of living than this product is for them.

Posted by: myopinioncounts | March 9, 2006 12:42 AM

Hi,

This is so petty. I am 17 and a distributor of MonaVie. I understand some may not see results from MonaVie physically. I also understand that those who don’t put effort forth will not see results from anything. Yet this discussion is focusing on the wrong things.

Some may see results from MonaVie. Everyone that I know that has seen results (there are many), will tell you that those results are well worth $45 dollars a bottle. The idea that MonaVie is over priced is an opinion let me remind you. MonaVie is competitively priced when compared to its competitors. Furthermore, MonaVie is one of the only functional beverage companies that offer bulk order pricing. There is also a money back guarantee.

MonaVie does not promise anything to anyone. They simply offer an opportunity to better yourself in multiple aspects, and tell of what could take place from the use of the product and the plan.

What everyone is missing here is the fact that lives are being changed, most physically - nearly everyone that has put some effort forth has also been touched financially.

People have drug themselves out of bankruptcy, stay at home Moms have brought themselves to a six figure part time income, some 7 figures. The number one distributor in the business made nearly 50 thousand dollars just last week alone. This has all happened in only 14 months. I am even creating a future for myself, building relationships, staying healthy (whether I can feel a difference or not, which I can, I am getting the daily recommended fruit serving), and creating a long term residual income for my future family.

You can argue over the product all day, that doesn’t change the fact that lives are being touched by MonaVie. That is what MonaVie is all about.

Maybe you have chosen to not participate in MonaVie, fine. Even so, do not condemn what is positively effecting thousands around the world. Your opinion is far from fact and a single account of ones experience. Your opinion is arguable. The facts are clear, people are being touched by MonaVie.

You all are to caught up in your technical jargon and over speculation to realize what is happening to peoples lives. Lives are improving because of MonaVie. You can not argue that.

Thanks.

Posted by: 17 | April 1, 2006 8:43 PM

This drink is marvelous!

Posted by: acai | April 12, 2006 5:22 AM

Hi there to all,



Thanks for such an interesting thread on MonaVie Active Juice, with snippets of Amway/Quixtar information thrown in.



First of all, I am an Amway IBO (reaching Platinum), so no disguised identity here. Hope my thoughts are just as valid as anyone else's.



I have a few questions for MonaVie Distributors...



Since MonaVie Active Juice is liquid, may I know if it contains preservatives and/or stabilisers? If not, how does the product keep itself from turning rancid? (I could not locate the Ingredients List for the item on the internet.)



If so, are the preservatives good for consumption - both long term and in large quantities?



Secondly, is not US$45 for a bottle of juice seriously quite expensive? Not to mention the cost of shipping liquid (and glass bottling, perhaps?) to my country, which I believe are borne by the Distributors.



For the sake of reference, Nutrilite Active 8 Beverage Crystals, which is a blend of 5 fruits (namely Acerola Cherry, Guava, Cashew Fruit, Pineapple and Passion Fruit), comes as 4 dry powder packs here.



It costs a mere S$20.30 at RETAIL, and at the recommended dosage, you can take 22 servings. Now, that equates to less than a dollar per sip.



How would MonaVie Juice be more value-for-money than the 5-fruit Active 8 then?



Thanks for some great intelligent replies! =)



Best Regards,



Rykel

Posted by: Rykel | April 22, 2006 7:00 PM

How can this guy's review of Mona Vie be worthy? He himself said he only had one bottle and then didn't even follow the recommended servings! But he can come out and conclusively say it doesn't work?

Stick to your day job...

Posted by: George | May 8, 2006 1:49 AM

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Posted by: Monavino | May 10, 2006 1:02 PM

mm.. good

Posted by: yumm monavie | May 20, 2006 9:11 PM

What you are all not taking into consideration is the crown jewel of this drink the Acai berry. Dr. Schaus who discovered the Acai berry was told by another Dr, if you want to be remembered for something find a society where there is no disease and study what they are eating. That is what he did with the Acai berry. The Brazilian people have very little disease and certainly no cancer. They are very close to the equator and the people there although are very tanned are not suffereing from skin cancer and also do not have tons of wrinkles. The Acai berry itself has every essential nutrient that a human being needs on a daily basis, has the protein of an egg, is a complex carbohydradate, is low on the glycemic index, is a polyunsaturat and monosaturat fat, has all the omegas, not to mention that it wipes all the other fruits off the orac scale. That is just one fruit, then there are 18 other forgotten fruits. Together it is a perfect blend. These are the reasons why this juice is so exciting and why people are willing to take it.
As far as MLM get with the program this is the wave of the future. Even Wall Street is recognizing that this is the way to go. Warren Buffet, the richest investor in the world just bought 3 MLM companies, Richard Branson owner of Virgin Airlines just bought one, Time Warner etc. the list goes on. 88 billion dollars a year is generated through this type of company. The normal layers of expenses are virtually wiped out like workmens comp., disability, social security, the corporation saves a ton of money. On the flipside the advantages of having a homebased business are many from tax write offs to maybe a 6 figure risidual income for years to come.
I think Mona Vie is a wonderful product and a great opportunity. There will always be nay sayers. My mother died of cancer, my father died of cancer and my sister was just diagnosed with lung cancer. If you think I am not going to take a juice that is rich with antioxidants with the possiblity that it kills cancer cells you are crazy. Where I am I going to get the 3 - 5 servings of fruits rich in phytonutrients a day that I need to take to keep me healthy? Here it is in a beautiful bottle an fruits that I wouldn't normally get to take. Where would I get aronia, acerola, nashi pear, camu camu, billberry, wolfenberry, to mention a few? To me it is a no brainer.

Posted by: Iris | May 22, 2006 2:02 AM

My fiance recently came home from a trip to Florida with two bottles and touting the wonders of Monavie. His daughter had introduced him to it. He was quite insistent that I try it. I have quite a number of health problems mostly related to inherited auto-immune disorders. I've heard similar claims by a hundred different products over the years and was very leary. However, I tried it for a few days. After that I started to feel chest pains, a pain I am quite familiar with. It's the lining of my heart which becomes inflamed when my immune system goes into overdrive and starts attacking good cells. I knew instinctively that the Monavie had begun to boost my immune system. For most people this is a good thing. For me, it could be a death sentence. My immune system needs to be supressed , not boosted. My doctor only approves a certain dosage of vitamin C and some calcium as supplements for this very reason. I can not take echinacea, melatonin and many other supplements that others are fine with. There are a lot of people out there today with Lupus and other auto-immune disorders. They need to be very aware of their special circumstances and not jump at the miriad of substances claiming to improve health. Distirbutors should be very careful to whom they are selling these products as well. You could end up doing more harm than good. Also, it turns out my fiance has atrial fibrulation. A heart condition causing a high pulse rate and irregular heartbeat. His cardiologist just yesterday told him to stop taking Monavie immediately as it is most likely contributing to his higher pulse rate. All I can say is CONSUMER BEWARE AND BE INFORMED!!!

Posted by: Linda B | June 22, 2006 6:05 PM

People who have health conditions are responsible for their own health. That means read labels and always check with your doctor. Also, I do not believe that anti-oxidants from fruit can cause a high pulse rate. How can a fruit product make your heart race?

Mona Vie is absolutely delicious tasting and smells good too. I love it and as new customer I have already decided to distribute this product.

THere are many studies that prove that the Acai Berry has medicinal benefits. A Harvard study has recently linked the Acai berry as a possible cure for one type of leukemia.

DO the Anti - Mona Vie Posters have an alterior motive?

Could it be that some distributors of other products are not allowed to sell this product due to a no compete clause in their contract?

Could it be to advertise other products?

I wonder why MonaVie distributors don't feel the need to knock down other products?

Could it be that the Mona Vie product is SUPERIOR?

HMMMMMM

Posted by: Always Speak the Truth | July 10, 2006 5:05 AM

I was pitched this product by a patient of mine. They were offended when I declined to answer. I guess I should not have hesitated, but I wanted to spare their feelings. I have good reason for my decision.

I have researched it, and found no placebo double blind studies to substantiate any of Mona Vie's health claims. Considering that half of every treatment's outcome can be attributed to placebo, I am inclined to think that any fruit juice in concentrate might "make you feel good". But, these rapid "results" are quite possibly from the fructose and the resultant sugar high.

When I tried it, I felt no different. But, I eat extremely well. People who don't eat well might notice a difference because to them anything is better than where they were when they started.

I have been hit with alot of uniformed people trying to pedal supplements that are not any good. I can't make any judgement about that here. The doctors involved here might have done some reaserch. But I have not been shown what the value of it is, or where it is published in any peer reviewed medical journals. Can you guys help me out here? I'd love to see it!

The pamplet and DVD I got were very informative to the average Joe Blow. But, alas, that is not who I am. On the nutritional label, there is little to no information or claims about these "scads" of antioxidents it contains. But, the FDA would come down on them pretty hard if those things weren't actually found in the sweet red juice, right?

At $45 a bottle, I choked. I searched and found a similar supplement called Acai Plus at www.DreamUniverseOnline.com. They sell their concoction for $14 a bottle (if you buy 6). And the recommended amount is half as much as the Mona Vie. I wonder why? Their nuritent label doesn't tell me a whole lot either.

I am ethically against multilevels. They so often prey on the uninformed consumer, and "arm" them "research" and "proof", with the promises of riches beyond their wildest dreams. Only the "research" and the "proof" are just great tactic. They get them to market useless, overpriced stuff to more people just like themselves. They don't know any better, and this kind of thing propogates. A few get rich, but most just get scammed.

I know many people who have been involved in MLMs, and offended their friends by becoming emotionally attached to whether or not their friends chose to participate in their money making scheme. This changed their friend pool. They ended up in a friend pool of people in the MLM who had nothing else in common, and distanced from people who might truly have cared about them. I find that if I truly try to help as many people as I can with things I really believe in, that have shown themselves to me to be valuable, through careful research and clinical application, They get help, and I get satisfaction. The money is a separate issue, and its' best that way.

Besides all of that, have we not just had the glucose revolution? Did we not just go through unanswered carbs, fructose and glusoce sending our bodies into fat storage machines by kicking off the insulin reaction? Have we not read books like "The Glycemic revolution"? This miracle is all unanswered carbs. Could it make you store fat? Hmmmmm. Just a thought.

I guess that's my 2 cents worth.

Posted by: Dr. Jen Milus, DC | July 18, 2006 09:13 PM

Posted by: Dr. Jen Milus, DC | July 18, 2006 9:17 PM

Thank you to the DC. I for one would appreciate another doctor's opinion, or several..If anyone doctor out there, homeopathic or otherwise has any information about possible negative side effects of Esterified Fatty Acids, or Celadrin can you please e-mail me personally?? I really need to know this information and have been diligently searching for an answer. I would appreciate an educated person's opinion. My e-mail is LATalent@aol.com. Thank you for your help! ~Kimberly

Posted by: Kimberly | July 19, 2006 3:59 AM

please tell me of any info you have received about the product xango with mangosteen. With all the juices out there at such high cost it makes me wonder. I currently take Market America's Isotonic OPC 3 with great results for me and my husband and friends. Per serving it is very cost effective. About 70 cents. I had nerve damage repaired and Joe's alergies went away and his reynoulds (spelling)desease is gone. That is a circulation problem. I am considering also selling Xango at $40 but seems a bit high but I am still researching it. What do you think?

Market America also has an ORAC formula and absorbsion rate is very high with Isotonics

Please respond with your thoughs

Posted by: carol | August 3, 2006 10:29 PM

I find it interesting that so many willingly take drugs and products seen on TV just because a pharmaceutical company decided to dump money into the ad campaign. They have a list of side effects as long as War and Peace but because the tv said so it must be ok. Surely doctors are prescribing these medications after careful study and research or are they doing it because a pharm rep sent them on a golf vacation to Palm Springs? How many have taken the drugs that keep personal injury attorney's in business. Now you may blindly take Vioxx or some other drug that could KILL you because the tv said so and showed people flying kites running in the park, but you won't take some fruit juice?

I personally had a back injury a few years ago and have since healed but had pain every day. I started taking MonaVie and while the pain rears its head from time to time it is greatly diminished. I am an airline pilot so sometimes the crummy bed at the hotel is too much even if my back is healthier. I also had not slept an entire night without several wake ups in a few years, now I sleep like a rock. Placebo, I doubt it since even Percocet did not work on me to reduce my pain.

I would try to tell everyone to have an open mind. To Dr. Milus, I just want to say keep the same open mind you expect of your patients. I was treated mainly by a Chiropractor and he got me recovered faster than any of the MD's would have. Of course they wanted to perform surgery since that is what surgeons do. I chose to continue the treatment with my DC against their advice. The Orthopedist's exact words were, "Chiropractors are quacks and should not even be considered doctors". I obviously disagreed with him and am glad I did. So please, do not call everything a scheme if you feel that an MD is wrong for calling Chiropractors "quacks". For the record I want to once again state, I would take my DC over the Orthopedist any day.

Those are just some of my thoughts on the issue. My parents are seeing results and have reduced some of their medications already. They spent over $14,000 on drugs last year for blood pressure and cholesterol among other things. If they are able to come off of just one of those medications it would be worth it since even with insurance they are outrageous. I don't think MonaVie will cure you but it will help give your body the tools to help itself. I am not trying to recruit anyone on this site, just giving my thoughts. If the product does not help, then I would be a fool to give away bottles to try, out of my own pocket. This company leads with the product not the business opp.

Posted by: RM | August 11, 2006 11:38 PM

Hello Carol,
I wanted to respond to your post.
I myself take both a Mangosteen product (and there are many!!) and MonaVie, for health reasons, but also for taste.
About a month after starting off with the Mangosteen product, I came across an advertisement of MonaVie in my local gym. I immediately began to research it so as to build a case against it, but after three days, I knew I couldn't. I was loyal to my first product (still am!), but there was something to MonaVie. I've been researching MonaVie (and the Acai) for over a month now, and I want to give you my insights and opinions. Please note, I said "opinions:" you need to use your own discernment and wisdom to filter anything I say. Here goes:

(1) Thousands of years of Chinese medicine points to eating a large variety of fruits and vegetables. Focusing on one singular food (as in the mangosteen, for example) isn't wise.
(2) I've heard this from a number of people: eventually in time your body gets used to taking on fruit day after day, by itself. In other words, the intake of a product that specializes in one fruit (and as I said, there are a lot of companies that has as their main product the mangosteen fruit) is most probably not a good idea in the long run. This isn't the case when you take a variety of fruits at the same time.
Please note, I'm no doctor, nor am I some thousand year old Kung-Fu mentor (but I do plan to live a thousand years during the Millenial Kingdom!), and thus you can take that with two grains of salt, but this is what I've either read or been told.
(3) ORAC's aren't everything, but the Acai does have a higher ORAC rating than the mangosteen. Also, the Acai is more healthy (as far as nutrition goes) than the mangosteen, as far as protein and fatty acid structures go. This is what I've come across on the web (and you'll have to decide how much you'll want to trust the web when it comes to these studies).
As a side note, the most nutritional fruits in existence, neck to neck, would be between the Goji and the Acai, with the Goji possibly having an edge. As far as antioxidants go, the Acai is the top winner. There is only one other digestable food that I know of that has a higher ORAC rating, and that is raw cocoa powder.
Please note: Goji and the Wolfberry as similar, and the Wolfberry is in MonaVie.
(4) MonaVie tastes better, which may not be a good thing in my case (it's nearly impossible to stick to two ounces a day).
(5) The Mangosteen does have about thirty years of study to it, with very little to the Acai. Up to now, there are over 40 Xanthone structures identified in the Mangosteen fruit, which is rather incredible. But take note: scientists know there are 50-75 molecule structures inside the Acai, they haven't investigated these in depth just yet. Eventually in time they'll give names to these just as they gave names to the Xanthone structures in the Mangosteen (that's my side note on that).

I have more to say concerning the Mangosteen and the Acai (and the other 18 fruits in MonaVie), I prefer to stop here, but I would like to end with two things, Carol;

(1) If there's one thing I appreciate with my current NM, it's these;
(a) I don't have to use intrigue and subterfuge when talking about MonaVie.
(b) Not one of my uplines gave me this nonsense of putting a picture of a BMW on my fridge, and chant to myself "I'm going to get this, I'm going to get this, I deserve this, I deserve this," which is nothing less than "God has held back from me! God has held back from me!"; this is idol worship in the heart.
(c) I haven't sensed one time any culture of discontentedness in any form.
(d) In a nutshell, my conscience is clean with the current NM system I'm in.

The other thing is this:
There are a lot of good products out there, many that specialize with a lot of super-healthy fruits, and it fascinates me that the Lord would put these in different locations as He did (the Goji in Tibet, the Mangosteen in Southeast Asia, the Acai berry in South America). Do your homework, there's a lot of information out there. If you stick with the Mangosteen, then do so (and let your doctor know). If you stick with Goji (and you can't lose), then great! Whatever doesn't give you an allergic reaction and helps improve your health, then take that!
Take care & regards,
Chuck

Posted by: SCguy | August 15, 2006 3:30 AM

It is has been my uninterrupted experience that virtually all MLM products begin with great hype and a striking paucity of scientific data. It has also been my uninterrupted experience that virtually all of them pass on to the great scam heaven in the sky when the scientific evidence begins to arrive.

Posted by: Paul Osborne | October 11, 2006 6:53 PM

I came to this website because a dear and loving friend of mine called me, she was total upset because she heard that I'm involved w/ a pyramid scam. Since I know she is only looking out for my best interest, I decided to do my own (& further) research to prove or disprove her issues.

I've read several websites on MLM pyramid schemes and every comment on this & other scam websites.....What I noticed was that the ones who liked the product/business seem to have tried it. While the others are just negative about MLM, period end of story, no matter the product or company. But that's not fair because there are a number of very successful MLM. After going to the Direct Selling Association I found that there are 196 member. These include Avon,Discovery Toys, Mary Kay cosmetics, Pamper Chef and Tupperware, just to name a few. These companies have for the most part a good reputation.....I personally would not work for any at this stage in my life. (Although, I did sell Tupperware approx.10 yrs ago.) While on that website I also read that Monavie is up for review in 2007.
That being said....

This is MY opinion, I'm only speaking for myself and my family because I SEE and FEEL a difference. I started approx 3 1/2 wks ago, taking 1-2oz twice a day as recommended. I personally felt the difference immediately....waking up was not a chore...my energy level was up and I felt over all very good. I was very surprised & grateful, as well. All I kept thinking its a JUICE.....but it worked (at least for me.) To may surprise I talked to a few people about it and gave several bottles to sample.
The response has, for the most part, being very positive. (Except for my dear friend who's opinion I value but don't always agree with.) A couple of people didn't like the taste but again most did. This I realize is not for everyone and I would not jeopardize my friend, family or future friendship with something that I didn't believe in.
I am NOT push my convetion on anyone, each person has to determine whether it works for them or not. That is a personal choice & only you can make it.
I'm certainly not looking for a get-rich-quick scheme (because they don't exist)and ruining friendships I've had for 35+ years is not at the top of my list of things to do. But I am willing and able to WORK for something that I'm passionate about and hopefully can help others. But its their choose. WORK is what it takes for anyone to become successful in any endeavor. You have to believe in yourself, the product and the company. Anyone who want to make money and are not WORKING for it are just kidding themselves.. Nothing in life is free.

There are many successful MLM business because the product/company are good. As I'm sure there are twice as many bads ones....& weeding through can be a chore. I'm hopeful that I've made a wise choose because I truly believe in the product. I'm not naive I've been to other seminars...Shaklee, Discovery Toys....I've done my homework & tested other products... but this works for me....the next step is to wait & see. I can't predict the future but if I continue to feel good while drinking Monavie, I'll be a lifefer.
This is not for everyone, but it can be for the right person. I believe the timing is good because it's such a new product coming out at the right time with the baby boomers looking for health alternatives. We are living longer and hopefully will be healther because of product like Monavie. But nothing in life is a guarantee, sometime you have to take a leap of faith.... which is what I'm doing.

It a Juice....(& that's what you must remember,) we all should be eating, drinking, consuming fruits for the benefits to our health whether it's Monavie or any other brand. I'm in favor of a healther world, and you can't beat mother-nature for it full benefits and assets. Isn't it better than being a pill popping society! The juices are not going to eliminate the pills but too, maybe, put them in prospectives and make us a healther society.

As for the cost, retail approx $45, is it expensive? I think not, why because your not suppose to drink the whole bottle in one seating. The bottle contain 750ml which is 25.3605oz, your daily recommended doses is 1-2oz twice a day, the cost per oz is $1.77 x 3oz (averaging) it is costing you $5.31 per day. (A cup of Starbucks javachip grande) That's at retail, wholesale bring the bottle to approx $30 costing $1.18 x 3oz= $3.55. So you tell me now is $3.55 per day expensive? It may be for some but not for others. One bottle should last 2wks for one person and 1wk for a couple, that is not expensive (again MY opinion.)
So in the long run, if you like the product & it's beneficial for you it not a great expense. Medical bill, health care and prescription are far more costly and don't taste as good. It's not a cure but it can be a prevention.

Again, I'm doing this for MY peace of mind. I'm in my mid 40's have 4 children (ranging from 6-16), a husband, I go to school part-time and have a part time job. I have 3 ADHA kids and a very full schedule. I give Monavie to everyone in my family and have notice many small but significant, postive changes in everyone. From sleeping better to less hyper. This again is not for everybody but it's working for me and a few of my friends

Thank you for giving me my say.

IHS

P.S. I great appreciated Linda B June 22, 2006. It's important to know that ONE product is not good for everyone.

Posted by: Ing | November 1, 2006 3:37 AM

For the record, i am not really interrested in getting wrapped up in arguing with all you closed minded folks out there, but i would like to offer up some info to you to maybe shed some light on the situation.

First of all; Mona Vie does guarantee the product will last one year on the shelf. This is thanks to some preservatives which can be found on the label (citric acid, sodium benzoate, polysorbate).

Another point I would like to make, is that the 19 fruite that made it into the blend were not just randomly chosen, there were actually over 200 different fruits tested over a 3 year period until they found the final 19. Below is a list of the fruits and a brief summary

- Purple white grapes- help reduce the risk of cancer, stroke, heart disease, and memory loss

- Purple grapes- known for their cancer fighting antioxidants found in red wine

- Purple grapes also known for their, anti aging, anti bacterial, and anti inflammatory benefits.

- Another fruit is the Nashi Pear- Grown in China for the last 3000 years, used to be a served only to Chinese nobles.

- Benefit of Nashi Pear is that its high in dietary fiber, and they are high in potassium, so they keep you regular

- Yet another fruit is the cranberry, which has been used for years to help cure urinary infections, and indigestion

- The drink also contains Acerola Cherries- which help with hydration of skin, and lowering of cholesterol levels

- Pear- uses vary from healing of infections, to aiding metabolism, and healing wounds and bruises.

- Aronia- AKA Black Chokeberry- about 5 times more potent than cranberries, used to fight cancer, and cardiac disease.

- Passion Fruit- is also used in the blend- Helps to calm nerves, and also used as sleep aid, and has been used more recently to address hyperactivity in children.

- Banana- is also in this drink- interesting fact about bananas- only fruit that comes from large plants that are giant herbs related to the lily and orchid family-

- Just a few uses of banana have been everything from controlling blood pressure to promoting better moods

- Another ingredient is Apricot. High in vitamin C, and also help lower risk of heart disease, stroke, cataracts and some forms of cancer.

- Prunes are also used in Mona Vie- which are useful for things like boosting bone density and bowel cleansing.

- Camu Camu Berry AKA Rumberry- has 30 to 60 times more vitamin C than the average citrus fruit, helps with things like common cold

- Kiwi is also added to the blend, uses range from blood sugar control to protecting DNA from oxygen related damage

- Another ingredient is the Wolfberry- known as the “herb of longevity”-has been used to increases activity of the immune system, and aids in increasing libido

- Blueberry- high in antioxidants- have a long history of use for: anti-aging, treating coughs and diabetes

- Pomegranate- contains more antioxidants than red wine, help prevent heart attack, lower blood pressure, and prevent blood clots

- Bilberries- relative of the blueberry- benefits range from healing bruises to healing angina

- Lychee- Which has 72 mg of vitamin C for every 100 grams of flesh. Help prevent and treat the common cold.

- The final and biggest ingredient of Mona Vie is the ACAI berry- 60 percent of the drink is made up of this Berry-Which helps with everything from Arteriosclerosis to better sleep and increased libido.

- The only place on the planet the ACAI grows is in the Brazilian rain forest

- Recent studies found on the University of Florida Website-show that the antioxidants in the ACAI berries have been able to kill cultured cancer cells.

I hope this helps with some of the questions any of you mat be having.

I also wanted to throw out there that i am a huge sceptic of this type of marketing, but having tried mona vie for myself over the past three months, have noticed a huge difference in my life. I feel better. I no longer get headaches due to low blood sugar, and seem to have a more consistant level of energy. If you are really scheptical of the drink i would recommend you try it for yourself. Fell free to e-mail me if you have any questions.

Posted by: Peter | November 1, 2006 7:24 PM

My wife and i Love MonaVie Juice. I just recieved my Monthly shipment today. My wife is pregnant and it really helped with her morning sickness. Also we just started working the business 3 weeks ago. we are now gold executives making about 2000 a week. Not bad for our third stream of income.

Posted by: JGlass | November 10, 2006 1:54 AM

This whole scam is sad. Fruit juice is not medicine. It will not cure anything and any suggestion that symptoms are allevieted is a temporary placebo effect or simple fraud. Most of the people claiming such cures are dizzy with the fantasy of earning absurd incomes from peddling this stuff. They are giddy with the prospect of easy wealth and have convinced themselves that fruit juice can cure chonic diseases. This is snake oil and has been around since ancient times. As for the financial aspects of this pyramid scam: the entire binary will collapse after 3 years or so when it will become harder and harder to sign up new "distributors." Most people simply will not continue to pay $40 for a $3 bottle of fruit juice which doesn't taste good. There are no significant medical benefits of drinking an ounce or two of any kind of fruit juice.

Posted by: Dr. Harold Argus | November 10, 2006 4:02 AM

Has anyone noticed that every defender and fan of this scam starts out by saying how skeptical they were at first. Every fruitloop from alien abductees to people who say they've had sex with bigfoot does this. At first they were skeptical--in fact, they are skeptics by nature--but one day bigfoot popped up out of the back garden and swept them off their feet. But they were a total skeptic before that!

Posted by: Dr. Harold Argus | November 10, 2006 4:07 AM

In response to Dr. H Argus,

I am an oncology nurse and 5 year breast cancer survivor. I have suffered with joint pain and headaches for years.Not until I started taking Monavie did my pains subside. I have never felt better...Placebo effect I think not. You insult my and everyone elses intellegience when you say that "fruit juice is not a medicine". I would like to remind you that approximately 70% of all chemotherapy agents are derived from plants. It is narrow minded doctors like yourself who never provide their patients with information that can truly help them...no most of you would rather make thousands prescribing meds with known side effects than give anything new a try! Maybe if the MonaVie reps would ply you with $$$ and freebies like the drug companies do you would endorse their products.
Sir the biggest Scam in this country is how most doctors practice medicine. I know this for a fact because I have watched them for over 25 years

Posted by: Ines Rodriguez | November 15, 2006 12:57 AM

A friend gave me a bottle to try. I have fibramylgia and live with pain everyday of my life.There are days when I can't get out of a chair without help. Since I started drinking the juice I can tell the difference in my energy level, my knees are not as stiff and my overall pain has decreased (not gone but decreased) Believe me when I say my Dr. has tried everything to help me with little results. My biggest problem is I can't afford it. I am unemployed and on a very low budget. So now I am at square 1 again. Good luck to all who use this product. I hope it works for you....it did for me..

Posted by: Ann | November 18, 2006 5:12 PM

Thank you Ines for your response to Dr. H Argus. I know that there are open minded docters out there, but I have not found one yet for myself. All the open minded ones are too full to take on new patients.

I have been "cured" of a whole list of health issues by "alternative", non FDA recommeded means, health issues that I was told to just live with by western docters. In the past 8 years I have used various things such as acupuncture, ayurveda, yoga, naturopathy, Reiki, massage, and NIA to rid myself of back problems, fybromyalgia symptoms, indoor allergies, chemical sensitivity, hypoglycemia, knee pain, fibrous breasts, shoulder pain, and hormonal imbalance, not to mention colds, canker sores, sore throats, and pink eye. Literally all western medicine has ever "cured" me of is a fractured elbow and strep throat. I am not saying that to complain but to point out that there are many things that western medicine doesn't know but they like to pretend that they do and that no one else does, which I find closed-minded, irresponsible, and harmful. 6 years ago when I told my western docter that I had gotten rid of my indoor allergies in three months with Ayurveda, after having them for three years, she got very stern and told me that I am taking my life in my hands by doing things that are not FDA approved. Great! I'm glad I took my life in my hands! If I hadn't, and had continued to solely rely on western medicine, and believed their slandering of anything that wasn't from them, then I would be on motrin, muscle relaxers, antidepressants, clariton, and prednizone, at least. In regards to food not being medicine, food is where a responsible medical practitioner who is interested in HEALING their patient should start, not with prednizone.

"Let food be thy medicine, and medicine and be thy food." --- Hippocrates

I am currently using Monavie to heal a leg injury that had been lingering for a month and a half. I injured my IT band as well as the lower muscle through my calf that connects to that. Besides this I had severe muscle spasms throughout my leg that traveled from muscle to muscle. It had been a very slow process until Monavie. I started drinking Monavie Active a week ago. The two weeks before, I had been having to take Alleve every day (I hate taking medication), but the very first day I drank the juice, it was the first day I did not have to take Alleve, and my leg felt better than it had in the last two months! In this past week as I have continued drinking the juice I have had to take Alleve only once and my leg is still continuing to quickly improve. Unexpected side effects have been less craving of sugar, deeper sleep, clearer thinking, and oddly enough the near disappearance of visual signs on my tongue (according to Ayurveda) of chronic giardia.

When I signed on as a Monavie distributer, I did so only so I could get the juice cheaper. But then I saw that my friend who had signed me up made $500 in her first two weeks. So now I plan on selling as well. I have never been into Multi Level Marketing, but it is my experience that that Monavie has a good product. I love the taste and drinking it makes me feel better. I also researched other acai products and found only products that contained added caffeine and had a significantly lower ORAC score.

When I mentioned to a family member that I was on my way to a monavie tasting/presentation, they scoffed at the price telling me to not even dare think about buying anything so rediculous. However, this family member is taking 10 different medications for all sorts of fun chronic illnesses. I bet they spends a whole lot more money than the cost of monavie on all those medications, medications that do not fix any of the problems.

So for now, Monavie is good for me. I don't need a scientist or docter or the FDA to tell me so. I drank it and I noticed significant changes that were not merely placebo affect (I will point out, however, that everything has some amount of placebo affect, including Alleve, Clariton, or eating a banana. You can't separate out mind from body. So even if something were entirely a placebo, if it is working for that person than I don't see what the problem is.) So since I feel good when I drink it I will continue to drink it until my body or instinct tell me otherwise. That doesn't mean it will work for everyone. I wouldn't presume to say that since Monavie appeared to reduce pain and inflammation in me, that it will do the same for everyone, just as I would not presume to say that since western medicine did nothing for my chronic back pain except make it worse, that it couldn't be useful for someone else. Different things work for different people. But how are you going to know unless you learn to trust your own experiences as much as data and research.

"Science should not fly in the face of instinct, and instinct should not fly in the face of science." --- Dr Vasant Lad

I do look forward to continued available research on the acai berry and monavie, but my experiences and the experiences of others are just as valid as any scientific study, as science is just as fallible. For example, data tells me that eating lots of garlic is great. Not true for me. When I eat garlic more than occasionally I get heartburn, diarrea, and my tongue gets raw. Data tells me that acupuncture does nothing more than help with stress reduction. Not true for me. I went into and acupuncturist with a cold and left without it. So while further research on acai and monavie will be nice, research should be used as a tool, not a religion.

"Believe nothing, no matter where you read it, or who has said it, even if I have said it, unless it agrees with your own reason and your own common sense." ---Buddha

Posted by: Adrienne Easton | November 22, 2006 1:26 AM

Has anyone, in doing his or her research, found the pH value of Mona Vie? Should this combination of healthy fruit elements be pH alkaline as well, then I would call it a contributor to good health for those who are not allergic to any of the fruits, and/or possibly diabetics.

Posted by: Curt | November 25, 2006 2:47 AM

I just ate an apple and a banana.

Benefits: vitamins, minerals, anti-oxidants and fiber in a tasty, convenient, portable and biodegradable package.

Cost: less than $1

Beat that!

Posted by: ClosedMinded-OR-NotaSucker | November 30, 2006 3:31 AM

Unfortunately there will always be skeptics. I just started on the MonaVie and I am amazed at the amount of lives I've seen it change. No one is claiming that MonaVie is healing anyone. Our bodies are simply not getting the necessary nutrients needed in order to survive. No wonder Cancer, heart disease and other diseases are at an all time high. Our eating sucks! We take medicine for everything from high blood pressure to cholesterol to back aches to being able to sleep at night. Obviously...someone is doing something wrong. God never intended us to live like that. We go to our doctors and they look at us and prescribe another medication and then charge us our copay or the office visit and we go on our merry way. God put things on this planet to help us maintain a healthy lifestyle. The fastest growing market right now is the "natural" food industry. People are starting to realize that maybe doctors don't have all the answers. Maybe God really knew what he was doing. Mona Vie may not be a cureall but it's a hec of a lot better than drinking a diet coke and eating a snickers candy bar to curb the craving. I'm curious as to how many people would really be open to it if it wasn't a MLM setup. So what. I for one will be one of the lucky ones who will get on board with this fine company and drink this wonderful product! So all you skeptics just keep being skeptical. No one is making you try anything. If you don't want to drink it...I've got an idea. Don't drink it! Geeeshh...To the doctors out there, I've got news for you. You don't know everything! I'm also amazed at how people will grasp at anything when they're sick or hurting. Let people hope or believe in something and quit trying to criticize something just because you don't want to believe in it. You're wasting your time and ours. I wonder if the skeptics would really be that skeptical if they were hurting so bad from arthritis because they couldn't sleep at night or if their cholesterol or blood pressure was so bad they spent a large amount of money on pills. You'll spend the money at the doctor and on medication but you won't spend $45.00 for something that sure can't hurt you. It's a natural product and the benefits are far better than anything your doctor could ever prescribe.

Posted by: Keith | December 2, 2006 4:00 AM

I tried the juice.
I don't doubt that it has *some* nutritional value, but I'm not sure it's worth more than $10 or $15.

There are so many health products available today that until you can measure Mona's juice contents, you don't know its worth.

If you enjoy the MLM business and like the juice then what the heck, try it, but be wary of how MLM companies work and of course their products.

Posted by: Bill | December 6, 2006 6:45 PM

wow its just juice people... its just juice. damn jesus freaks

Posted by: knowonw special | December 9, 2006 9:11 AM

Thanks for your comment "knowonw special" about "damn Jesus freaks". I can find it. While I have not become evangelical about Jesus, I can be evangelical about the things I have found to be helpful for me and that I feel may help others (ayurveda, chinese medicine, Byron Katie, and at the moment Monavie). That is why I am never bothered by someone passionately sharing their god with me, because I know I can be just as "born again" sounding about the things I am passionate about if I am not careful. So thanks for sharing. I can find it.

"Everyone is a mirror image of yourself - your own thinking coming back at you." --- Byron Katie

In regards to your comment about how "it's just juice". Ayurveda recommends pomogranate juice to stop internal bleeding, whether it is from a fissure, hemorroids, or just internal bleeding in general. Someone I know was recently able to stop profuse bleeding from an anal fissure within 24 hours by drinking pomogranate juice twice during the day and psyllium husk in warm milk at night. Pomogranate juice, according to Ayurveda is constricting, thus stopping bleeding, while the psyllium husk and milk softening to the stool giving the area a chance to heal. So it IS just juice...juice that has the potential to stop internal bleeding. I have also seen someone bring their abnormally long menstrual cycle from 35 days to 29 days within a month by drinking aloe vera juice. Also just juice. These remedies can be found in "The Complete Book of Ayurvedic Home Remedies" by Vasant Lad, one of my favorite books ever. All sorts of other great suggestions in that book for other things that are "just" juice, or "just" spices, or "just" dairy. Great canker sore remedy I recently found in there! And with "just" honey and "just" turmeric! Amazing! So thank you for pointing out that "monavie is "just juice". I can see that, and that is why I am drawn to it.

My leg is finally back to normal (see previous post) after two months of slow healing! I experienced that monavie really boosted the process. It immediately got me off of Alleve. After a couple weeks of drinking monavie, I also started drinking aloe juice with a dash of turmeric twice a day, which also seemed to ramp up the healing process even more. I am glad to have my leg back, to be able to walk, to sit on the ground cross-legged, to sit at a desk. I am going roller blading this weekend. Since my leg no longer hurts, I haven't had monavie for two weeks, and my sugar cravings have come back, my skin has broken out, and my sleep quality has gone back down. Interesting to observe.

Posted by: Adrienne Easton | December 11, 2006 6:49 PM

I have two family members with diabetes I wasnt sure if mona vie active is safe for her or is the regular one better..your comments are appreciated thanks

Posted by: G | December 12, 2006 2:40 AM

It is a mathmatical fact that over 99% of the people in Multi Level Marketing organizations at any given time period are spending more money than they are making. Once an organization has been around for a couple of years the number goes up to over 99.9%. That is less than one out of one thousand. Check the annual reports on these companys.

Posted by: William Reed | December 13, 2006 1:58 AM

Everything you need to live a long healthy life can be found in nature. Virtually all the drugs discovered or manufactured are derived from organic sources. I have just been given a bottle of Mona Vie Active and I plan to dose it accordingly. I am not interested in joining a MLM plan but I am interested in the health effects, if any, I may derive from drinking it. I have just heard of this product. No previous exposure to it. I am on this Blog because I was looking for real peoples reactions and reviews of it. The price is not an issue. The bottle was free. If it provides me with a better quality of living then it is, in my opinion, priceless.
I will log back in about two weeks from now and report my opinions and experiences of Mona Vie Active.
Let's all try to keep an open mind about everything life has to offer.
Thanks for everyones input on this thread, I have enjoyed reading it.

Posted by: Devoid | December 22, 2006 4:05 AM

Respect your wife and her opinion. Next time follow simple instructions and cut the loyalty to Quixtar and try the product again with an open mind.

Posted by: Kay | December 28, 2006 10:43 PM

MonaVie, advocates and sellers:

To me, the cost issue seems to beg detailed questions about the ingredients list. I skimmed most of the posts here, but I saw little about this important issue.

Peter, where do you get the information that states that Acai consists of 60% of the ingredients? I could not find it. Please elaborate on the ingredients information for the acai products.

Here are five big questions:
What are the ratios of the ingredients (in grams-per-bottle of dried materials, and oz-per-bottle of fresh juices)?
Since the Acai was originally dried, what is the added water content?
What is the added water content of the other dried ingredients?
Is the “freeze dried Acai” the freeze-dried JUICE or the freeze-dried WHOLE BERRY?
Same question for the other ingredients (dried juice or dried whole).

With all those added ingredients, the only thing the ingredients list has to guarantee (by listing “Acai” first) is that it is over one nineteenth the total content of the bottle. And without the reconstitution figures for the dried materials, it could be over-diluted. In other words, water has to be added to any dried material to make it juice, and MonaVie could be adding 20+ grams of water to every 1 gram of freeze-dried Acai powder and still calling it “Acai-Juice”. Same goes for the other ingredients. For that price, it is imperative that ingredients information should be disclosed in full detail, especially WATER CONTENT for the juice and XANTHAN GUM content for the gel.

Posted by: ma ni | January 18, 2007 6:43 PM

Monavie...Tried it.. liked it, still drinking it but not selling it.

Even if this is only a placebo and only changes my mental attitude towards life, it is worth it. People pay for zoloft to change their feelings, and accept the "side affects"

It is not good to nay say possible health benefits of anything as of yet, even if it is all psycological. A healthy mind and will to fight is the first step to any illness management or recovery.

How many people died of influenza from 1800-1900 with mold growing on their bread as they died, not knowing that little tiny thing held the future successful treatment?

Posted by: Marky | January 19, 2007 5:27 PM

Here is a good website with lots of information about the acai berry, including links to research. A resent research paper in particular was written by a Dr. Schauss.

http://www.poweroftheamazon.com/

Besides my own story of how much acai has helped me, I continue to be amazed by the stories I hear directly from the real people around me. One woman was taking 20 pills a day for back pain and no longer is, not to mention the fact that her asthma is 95% gone. She has been drinking the juice for 2 or 3 months. The asthma was 50% gone in two weeks, while her back pain didn't start to improve until two months of the juice. Another man was on oxygen 24 hours a day. He now rarely uses it, and his doctor was surprised that his lungs looked so much better, despite the fact that the doctor had told the man before that his lungs were pretty much as good as they were going to get. These are people I have actually met and started drinking this juice around the same time as me...

Posted by: Adrienne Easton | January 19, 2007 8:18 PM

Well, it took me longer to get back but here we go.
I consumed one bottle of Mona Vie at the prescribed dosage of 1.5 oz in the morning and another in the late afternoon. The very first day I drank it about two hours later I felt a very nice, positive uplifting in my body. It was definitely a mild stimulant feeling but it was not like caffiene or diet pills. It was good energy and a feeling of motivation that came over me. I felt like "OK, let's do something here!" I replaced my afternoon espresso with the juice and liked that even more. As the days went on the ability to feel the rush after drinking faded but the energy remained and a sense of clear mindedness. This juice definitely had a positive effect on my body and mind. I ran out and have gone a couple of weeks without it and I don't feel as good as I did. I was fighting a cold at the end of the bottle when I felt like I was going to kick the cold back I ran out of juice. The next day it came on strong and I felt like crap for two solid days. Coincidence? probably. But I fell like the juice was helping me fight the cold until I stopped drinking it. I now have 3 bottles of juice and am going to start back up on 1.5oz twice a day.
Placebo?, not likely. I think these guys are really on to something here and I for one like it and plan to look into selling it as well. Fell good and make some extra cash...hmmmmmm...why not!
I do look forward to reading research that comes out on the berries or this juice for that matter and hope it is the nectar of youth and vitality!

Posted by: Devoid | January 23, 2007 3:51 AM

I have a friend trying to sell me the juice and I was doing research on the web and found this website very helpful in my decision.
I do believe that this is just a huge MLM scam. The juice may be "healthy" for you by keeping you regular but is certainly doesn't seem worth the price. Fiber is much less expensive. If this truly is the miracle juice that everyone is preaching than sooner or later it will hit the open market. It's been around a couple of years, I'll wait it out and see, until then I'll take my vitamins & eat healthy. THAT is a PROVEN method of staying healthy. Not this juice. Thanks again for the help.

Posted by: Linda | January 24, 2007 5:14 PM

It's interesting to read so many passionate responses to Mona Vie. The skeptics are belligerent and mostly anchor their argument on the MLM factor or the fact that it's just juice. The believers are each walking testifies with their own experiences to back the product. However, the skeptics still don't believe. According to the skeptics, the believers are liars. So, will everyone feel something miraculous? Nothing is 100 percent. However, there are studies linking improved health to better nutrition.

If people do review independent studies regarding fruits and vegetables rich in anti-oxidants and understand that science is linking the consumption of fruits or vegetables rich in anti-oxidant properties to reduce the risk of certain diseases and cancer, then they may begin to understand the importance of consuming ones that contain polyphenols of which the acai contains over a dozen. As well as anthocyanins, which contribute to the deep red, blue and purple of the plant's appearance and have a host of health benefits that have been identified in several studies.

The Alzheimer’s Association (in their “Maintain Your Brain” campaign) recommends foods high in antioxidants and with high Oxygen Radical Absorption Capacity (ORAC) value.
The American Cancer Society: on their website has the following quote: “More than a decade ago the National Cancer Institute launched the Eat 5 A Day for Good Health program to move Americans closer to a cancer-fighting diet. Today the evidence is even stronger that a diet high in fruits and vegetables can help prevent cancer over a lifetime.”

If people research the product, they will learn that MonaVie freeze-dried Acai has an ORAC score of 1,027 on a gram to gram test--the highest tested to date, and two ounces of juice fulfills recommended nutritional requirements for fruit/vegetable intake. It has been found that most people do not consume this recommended daily allowance. Plus, most fruits and vegetables available are not organic and if one does have organic produce available, a premium is paid. MonaVie is all organic. In addition, the Active blend also contains glucosamine and celadrin which have been found to lubricate joints and decrease pain in independent studies. This is one of the reasons people suffering from arthritis feel pain relief when drinking Mona Vie Active. In addition, the Acai berry is also a natural anti-inflammatory and scientific studies are linking many diseases, from heart disease to diabetes, to inflammation. Other studies are finding Omega 3 and Omega 6 fatty acids have a role in how receptive the nerves are to neurotransmitters, which in turn is helping children with ADHD; more studies are being conducted with children suffering from Autism. MonaVie is found to be rich in these fatty acids, and although these fatty are found naturally in salmon, mackerel and sardines, as well as flax seed and flax oil, MonaVie provides these benefits conveniently.
People can argue the cost, but how much is a fruit smoothie? (How many calories? How nutritious?)
One could buy all 19 organic fruits, plus the celadrin and glucosamine and figure out the time/cost to puree and consume them--I haven't, but I am open to this information if anyone has.
The fruit in the Mona Vie blend is pureed, it’s not just "juice", so it is more anti-oxidant rich and fibrous.

I have tried it as well as my family members and could continue with pain-free testimonials and ones that tell of lumps vanishing...but that's not what is really important. What is important is that MonaVie contains nutrients/ ingredients/properties that have been found to reduce the risk of certain diseases, promote good health, and possibly provide a natural remedy to those with ADHD/ADD and Autism. All this in one convenient one ounce serving taken twice daily.

Some of the money earned from Mona Vie is also helping to save the rain forest from poachers who have destroyed 91 percent of the Brazilian rain forest to gather hearts of palm (for 50 dollars each to feed their families), which kills the trees bearing the Acai berry. Harvesting the Acai berry now provides a continual source income for the Brazilian people, and some of the proceeds earned through the selling of MonaVie have been used to build seven orphanages for homeless children in Brazil.

As for the MLM format about which everyone is so indignant, my friend is a judge, an honorable one, and he is also a graduate from the Wharton business school. He studied the binary tree very carefully. According to him it is a valid system because those who become distributors have the same opportunity to earn money as those at the top of the tree, and the top executives earnings only carry through to several generations, so new distributors also have income potential. The people I know who are selling MonaVie are teachers, doctors, lawyers, judges, home builders, health store owners...these people have lucrative professions, and their reputations are valuable to them. They have chosen to sell MonaVie because they believe in the product. They have tried it--honestly tried it--and benefited from it.

The only way someone reading this blog may determine if MonaVie is a beneficial product is to try it for him/herself. In addition, the only way to determine if the company is a valid one is to learn more about it and the compensation plan.

I really researched the product and the company. I actually tried Mona Vie for mayself--and I'm glad I did. That is what each person should do to make their own informed decision.

Posted by: Lisa D. | January 30, 2007 1:24 AM

The bottom line is the for many many people Mona-Vie works, including myself, my husband, my 20-year-old son, a friend with Multiple-Sclerosis,etc. I also have friends, a husband and wife, who are trying it on the recommendation of their doctor, and another drinker who is trying it because her friend's doctor recommended it. Jerry Giebeig seems to really know his stuff and is simply giving you information that he has. Some of the other folks seem quite defensive regarding MonaVie. One person was quite bold in saying "Bye Bye MonaVie" and promoting pomwonderful.com. I am a independent distributor for MonaVie, that is true, but my experience with the people in this company is all about positive, not negative. There are thousands of different juices out there and some of them I am sure are wonderful I don't disbute that. However, I see results with MonaVie, the price is competitive, there is science backing the ingredients, it is convenient, and the juice tastes great. That is the first thing that seems to surprise folks is that it tastes really good. The juice sells itself, I just share it.

Posted by: Kenza Hartley | February 1, 2007 2:35 PM

One of the things that I have noticed from pessimists is that the FDA has not approved this. Monavie is considered FOOD, not a drug as it makes no claim to "cure" anything. The FDA's approval is for DRUGS - not food. Testimonals are exactly that. Someone testifying that it helped them and how. I've heard many from people who have no reason to lie. They are NOT distributors, but retail customers who have found that this product has helped them with their own health issues.

In order to give any product a chance, you really need to try to use it, just as you would start a new diet, or a prescribed medicine like an antibiotic, blood pressure or depression medication. These medications sometimes take weeks or months to work or become effective. One or two days - even a week is not long enough to give an honest evaluation.

For those who have some existing medical conditions or allergies and are not allowed to eat certain things, just like starting a new diet or exercise program, you are responsible for your own health and should KNOW to consult with your doctor before you change your habits. I mean by way of example - if you're alergic to peanuts it's YOUR responsiblity to make sure that there's not peanuts in a product that you are purchasing. For the majority of the population following a "good healthy diet" is not a problem, however if you are the exception, you should realize that and consult your doctor like you would with changing a medication.

Just food for some thought for some of you - Why is it that some countries, areas or cultures have few problems with some of the major health issues that we have here in the US? Do you think it COULD EVEN BE POSSIBLE that there is something different with their DIET that is causing that difference????

I'm sure that every skeptic just answered no.....Most probably believe that they can even back it up...Your loss for your close mindedness.

Posted by: Jan Behrens | February 3, 2007 6:41 AM

Have you ever tried MeridiumXN? Monavie does not compare! www.mybionovix.com/tammy

Posted by: Tammy R | February 4, 2007 5:22 AM

I don't know about Monavie but I was SCAMMED into becoming a Xango distributor. I drank it and it did NOTHING for me. All I lost was money and time which cannot be replaced. Do not be scammed by XANGO!!!!!!!!!

Posted by: Bethany | February 7, 2007 5:46 AM

People keep saying the most important ingridient is the Acai, I agree that's why I drink Amazon Thunder which is a 100% Acai. I have tried Monavie and don't have anything really bad to say about the product. I hate MLMs it seems to me they don't want people to buy the product and feel better they just want people to "sign up". If you'd like to try a product that works great without feeling like you have to join a cult check out this website
www.amazonthunder.com/members/ahealthyyou

Posted by: Lynne T | February 8, 2007 9:07 AM

I recently attended a meeting in which a doctor, who is knowledgeable about MonaVie and the acai berry spoke. He said that after carefully studying the product, he found it to be truly remarkable and that drinking it will increase the longevity of a person’s life. MonaVie is superior to other functional beverages because it is so high in antioxidants and since the fruits contained in it are pureed, all the nutrients are retained. The doctor explained even if people eat right and exercise, they are still breaking down their bodies, losing folic acid and other nutrients that cause the body to age. For example, Jim Fixx exercised daily and ate healthy foods, yet he died while exercising. It was found that he had plaque on his arteries. According to this doctor, Jim Fixx is a prime example as to why a product like MonaVie is vitally important. MonaVie cleanses your body and replenishes the nutrients and folic acid lost every day. It restores your body and slows the aging process, thus increasing your longevity. This is why everyone, even the most health conscious and physically fit people, should still drink MonaVie. He said, “MonaVie is revolutionary,” and “There is nothing else like it available.”

Posted by: Lisa D. | February 17, 2007 7:08 PM

I just bought a bottle. I'm hoping it has some sort of coca leaf extract in it also.

If not, hopefully future revisions of the forumla will include it.

Posted by: dustin | February 20, 2007 12:01 AM

I signed up, what the hell. It's very healthy and if I make a few bucks I'm happy. I just wanted to say this does sound like a fad or whatever, maybe, but who knows.
I've heard of people making lots of money with mlm's, and I've always stayed away from them to. Those who think it's a scam, maybe you're right.
The risk here isn't all that much really. How much are prescription drugs?
Do some really think drug companies, doctors, etc. aren't scamming you.

Posted by: mark | February 25, 2007 5:36 AM

You can't afford to take Monavie...

It would take 9 oz to equal 1 oz of Xtra.

http://www.monavietruth.info

Posted by: Ty | February 27, 2007 12:57 AM

Ok, so there are many testimonies out there from people that claim their health has improved. I have a question. What else did they change in their daily routine? Certainly paying 45.00 a bottle may motivate them to get their moneys worth by eating less junk food and exercising more. Really, how can anything that is network marketed be anything more than hype. They claim the formula is proprietery, so who knows how much of what is in there ? Oh, and the money back guarantee. Really. How does that work ? I drink 9/10 of the bottle and decide I dont like it. I get all my money back ? Im curious how that works. Finally, I turn back the clock and remember a product that was going to change the way we do laundry. Yes, its the "Earth Smart" Laundry CD. People were testifying how this magical disk, with structured water was cleaning their clothes without soap. Wow. People were literally screwed out of millions of dollars for an 80.00 capsule filled with blue water. But lots of MLM people out their made lots of money on this product of the future.
Finally the claims of the product were investigated by the Feds, and it was found to be nothing more than colored water. Oh, but people were claiming their clothes were getting clean !! Yea, it was discovered that plain water alone does a pretty darn good job at cleaning clothes. So, my point is the average American does not eat the recommended amounts of fruits and veggies, and instead feed their faces with burgers and fries. I would bet money that if most people would simply eat an apple a day, and give up the fat burgers and fries, they would notice an improvement in health. Guaranteed.

Posted by: MoMoneyMoney | March 3, 2007 1:21 AM

It's fruit juice, if your not anti MLM and if you want to get more fruit in your diet then its a great product. If you think its expensive you just need to share it with a few others (benefits of mlm) to discount the costs to you.

Try out the juice and opportunity for yourself, there are thousands who think it's fantastic.

Independent Distributor
http://www.mymonavie.com/joinustoday

Posted by: David Speake | March 3, 2007 4:24 AM

Scientific evidence: go to Pubmed.gov and type in search box "acai berry". Most articles here are written in medical jargon so just reading the conclusion of each article will save time, as most are in layman's terms and summarize the findings.

Now apply logic based on proven facts:

1. Antioxidants slow down the aging process and prevent disease.

2. The best antioxidant on the planet is the acia berry, according to current scientific research.

3. With the exception of traveling to Brazil, the purest form of the best antioxidant on the planet is located in the product up for debate.

4. Fruits and vegetables (and therefore there juices) should be consumed in variety.

I heard of Monavie today at work. I immediately doubted the testimony of my coworker who was trying to sell me something, as I immediately doubt the claims of anyone trying to sell me something. I came home and googled Monavie to find out if my coworker was indeed making money off of selling this product (which she indicated was just something she buys and I would be buying part of her supply for herself). The first site I reached was the mlm site for sales, which immediately scared the **** out of me. I clicked a few more read the Amway connection and was near forgetting the whole ordeal. I fought my skepticism and found the acaiberrycompany.com website, read most of the info there and then tried to find negative things about the product to print and show my coworker. I found this blog here and read it in its entirety. I found the pubmed.gov site ironically, through a link published here by someone peddling a different mlm product.

Then I started reading up on the most recent articles on the acai berry as published on the website pubmed.gov. I suggest anyone who doubts the beneficial properties of the acai berry to go to this site, read the current scientific research (Dr.s above especially), and see if you can come back here and post a comment reducing the benefits to "just juice" or (my fav. the comparison to water). I'm going to buy a bottle. And I don't care if you do as well. Just read before you post.

I do still have my own doubts though. It's extremely unfortunate that this product is a MLM one. It's also unfortunate that most people don't research or even follow instructions on a label before posting a blog slamming a product.

"You can lead a person to acai berry juice, but you can't make him drink"

Posted by: Kevin | March 3, 2007 7:19 AM

I've just recently started taking it. But have not been on it long. The reason I'm writing this is because my niece has been taking it for a while. She was born very sick and has been on daily medication since she was born. One of these was High Blood Pressure Medicine. Since she has been on the Monavie the doctors has reduced her medicine for the first time ever. Finally her mother told them that she was drinking Monavie daily just 2oz. a day. Well it was working even though she really couldn't feel anything. It was improving her health. That it is why my dad ordered me the Monavie. I have some health problems also. I can't feel a difference yet but I know if it is doing this for her. A young girl that doctors said wouldn't make it in life very long. Is making such big health advances from taking this. Why not try it. What can it hurt. If money is such a big deal think about how much crap you spend your money on daily that you really don't need. Or fast food that is killing you. Spend your money on something that could improve your lifestyle all together.

Posted by: Lisa | March 3, 2007 6:38 PM

I started taking Monavie about a month ago on the recommendation of my chiropractor. I am 42 years old and have osteoarthritis in my lumbar spine. I am an active outdoors type of person and have not been able to enjoy this kind of lifestyle for years due to the arthritis pain. After one month my pain has lessened about 80% and I am again able to enjoy myself in addition to as commuting 110 miles a day to and from my job which used to give me severe pain radiating into my leg. I no longer have the radiating pain.

I signed up as a distributor to get the product wholesale and hopefully to build an income stream but even if I never do make any money from it at least I can enjoy my favorite activities again. It seems that most people would rather pop pills than improve their nutrition and eliminate the cause of their pain.

Posted by: claudia | March 12, 2007 8:40 PM

Does anyone know of any independent studies that test the claims made by Monavie and/or other juice companies that market their products based on their antioxidant levels/ORAC factors?

Since the acai berry is only one of 19 fruits, wouldn't it make sense to conduct a study to find out the ORAC factor for the juice itself, or am I being naive?

Monavie's current literature lists its freeze-dried acai as 1,027. Strangely, in not-so-recent literature from Monavie, it had been listed as 673.

Does anyone know what could have caused this jump?

Does anyone know of any scientific methods that could be used to determine the absorption rate and efficacy of the antioxidants in juice form once inside the human body as opposed to a petri dish?

If the acai berry is the only fruit that is organically grown in the blend, can we assume that the juice may be riddled with insecticides or other chemicals that along with the antioxidants get absorbed and assimilated by the body?

Posted by: JMS | March 16, 2007 8:13 PM

Please people just be aware of the placebo effect!! There is such a thing as a psysiologic response to anything that you tell someone "it will make you feel better". Patients do improve and this has been substatiated by years of scientific research. Result Movavie is a scam, anything that has medical claims to help cure or treat diseases of unrelated etiologies is purely false!! Just a thought. Exercise , eat good, dont smoke!!

Posted by: j desare m. d. | March 17, 2007 12:01 PM

A lot of distributors will let you sample monavie free because they do believe it is a powerful nutitional beverage. I drink monavie daily and I am also a distributor. I drank it for about a month before becoming a distributor and was excited in the way it made me feel. My son was in a serious auto accident and I went to the hospital without my meds after receiving the call. I had been drinking monavie for about two weeks and had my sister who is a distributor bring me a bottle to the hospital neuro icu waiting room where I was practically living. I put it in a cooler and drank some everyday. I was sleeping on the floor on a sleeping bag. I was taking celebrex(for joint pain) everyday for about the past 4 years until then, along with topamax for migraine prevention, nexium, and lipitor for cholesterol. I have not returned to taking any of the meds and it has been since Dec. 30th and it is March 17th. Is this in my head, I think not, I know monavie has helped me and my son who starting drinking it 4 weeks later. He was diagnosed with a broken back in 3 places, punctured lungs, broken ribs, broken collar bone and shoulder blade, many other internal injuries. He left the hospital in a wheelchair and is now walking unassisted. He still wears his back brace to keeo his vertabra aligned but the doctors say his recovery is nothing short of miraculous. I can not help but believe that the monavie has helped him heal. I once heard someone ask at a meeting was Monavie approved by the FDA as a drug, the answer was no, but it was approved by GOD. Amen to that.

Posted by: debbie | March 17, 2007 9:38 PM

About this Monavie juice. I was given a bottle. I was told of the possible benifits. I warned that I am in good shape and I would probably not notice anything. I finished the bottle and was called a couple of times by the distributor. I told him that I had not noticed any difference. I am a carpet cleaner and that day I was scheduled to clean a church. My help could not make it. This was my second job of the day. I worked for seven hours straight, no breaks, no lunch, and I could of kept going. I was pretty impressed with myself being 48 years old and being able to do that. At this time I had not connected the blast of endurance to the Monavie juice. Two days later it came to me that this was not normal and it had to be someting to do with that juice. That morning of the church cleaning I had finished the last of the bottle. I called the distributor that day and signed up as a distributor and ordered 12 cases.

Posted by: Tracy | March 18, 2007 9:04 PM

Mona Vie is the same essential product as Vis Viente & Zango and all the other "Snake Oils" being promoted for the sake of MLM's. Just check out the backgrounds of the principle people who are involved and operating these companies. I have and each one of the companied have a connection to previous MLMs. The business diagram for a MLM is to form your own pyramid. Once you have done this the money roles in from those below you. You have to bug and impose on the privacy of a lot of people for this to be a successful venture and hopefully not alienate your family and friends for life. In reality, the pyramid should be upsidedown. You see, very few of the people you recruit don't have the staying power. Its like a dike. Your always trying to fill in for the drop outs and eventually you yourself can't find the time to market your own customers with the inventory you own. In otherwords, you a doomed to be crushed as your pyramid collapses down on top of you ! Then when your family and friends you bugged ask you how things are going, you try to aviod the subject out of embarasement.

Posted by: M ike | March 25, 2007 6:35 PM

I read most of the comments about MonaVie. I am a distributor and consumer of the product. I have to say myself and my husband has had great results with MonaVie. After only 3 days of taking MonaVie my husband stopped taking his allergy pills. He would wake up every morning sneazing, runny nose and eyes. Now nothing!! Why is it that most people these days are so apt to pop a pill because the COMERCIAL says so. There is too much research behind the Acai Berry and all berries to not believe in what it does. As far as MLM's go, what is not to like about it them. If someone says oh I like your belt. Where did you get it? Sears is not going to pay you for telling someone to go there. MonaVie works because the product is great and the compensaion plan is great. There is no minimum order that has to placed to keep your membership. Only if you want to make money there is a minimum. But who cares, you should be drinking it anyway. Plus your basically starting your own business. Any self employed person knows it takes start up money to start a business. You have to work at it and earn. People need to that anitoxidents play a vital role in helping the body heal itself. That is what MONAVIE is doing. Helping the body heal itself. MonaVie does not cure anything. It just helps raise your bodies defences. Being liquid form is better than pill because you only get about 8-12% of the pill. The reason here is that everybody has about 10 pounds of bile that builds up over time in your bowls. So the nutrients can not get obsorbs into your body. Liquid is dispersed immediatly into your bloodstream, therefore you get about 98% obsorbtion. Its all simple science. Go ahead anyone have any ?'s about what i have said? I know someone out there is reading this saying its a crock of you know what. Well as for the placebo effect, how can that happen with someone with allergies!

Posted by: Kelly R | March 29, 2007 10:50 PM

No placebo will stop real pain. If you have never suffered from chronic, severe pain you may not believe that but it's true. In addition to reducing my arthritis pain it also has given me some side effects such as no more sinus migraines or after lunch energy slump. I'll take those side effects over those of traditional arthritis meds any day. I don't care if the people at the top are getting rich. People at the top of any business are getting rich and at least this product actaully works for me.

Posted by: Claudia Smith | April 5, 2007 1:57 PM

Hey all,
I just wanted to say my piece on this product Mona Vie. I live on Long Island and was introduced to Mona Vie by my younger brother who resides in Florida. His boss gave it to him for the constant pain in his hand which was badly broken and was not set correctly. This was an old injury he sustained as a stupid teen punching something solid and then setting the bones himself by slamming down on them on our dinning room table. Young, dumb and intoxicated. Anyway he let his hand heal that way and to his surprise his hand hurts all the time some 15 years later. Not to mention he swings a hammer for a living. With that said, his boss turned him on to it and said it my help take the edge off his pain as it did him with his issues. Now my brother is probably the most negative person I know at times, mostly due to a horrible childhood growing up. Everything & everyone is always against him, blah,blah,blah. I tend to be his opposite. So when he called me and told me of this $40 bottle of juice that he was sending up, it wasn't the juice that struck me as incredible, it was the way he was speaking that caught my interest. He could have told me it was $100 a bottle and I would have tried it just to see what had changed the way he was thinking and sounding. POSATIVE! Holy crow, was this the same person?! Mr. life sucks, everyone screws you and then you die! It's hard to convey but if you could imagine someone you know that has had it hard for a very long time, got involved in some really bad things to the point where he had to move from his home town to a different state all together, yeah I guess that might piss someone off in the long run. Anyway, even the tone in his voice was different and he was genuinely a changed person. So he told me about the pain in his hand being totally gone as if it was never broken and thought it might help my back pain which I suffer with all the time being a plumber. So I signed up and ordered 1 bottle just get my feet wet. Well Mona Vie screwed up my order and instead of getting my one bottle and my info pack, they sent me two bottles and no info at all. I called him to let him know and started drinking it AS DIRECTED ON THE BOTTLE. Well after throwing up, having severe diahria, soar throat and nose bleeds, oh no wait, that was Nasonex. OK so I sometimes like to take the edge off seriousness with some humor. But there is a method to my madness which will be explained. ANYWAY back to the FACTS! My 1st bottle did not heed the miraculous pain free results that I have heard so much about. What I did find was an unbelievable clarity of thought. It's like, you know when you have one of those days when everything is just clicking and you can do no wrong and you come home and say "Wow! I had such a great day!" Well, uh that hasn't stopped for me since taking this complex. Now once half way through the second bottle I noticed the pain in back was gone. What happens, happens so gradually, at least for me, that if you don't pay attention you just might miss it. So here I am and was telling my wife about my experience and she said "WHAT ABOUT ME?!" So I ordered a 1/2 case and started drinking it together, still with no paperwork on the benefits. Basically blind with the exception of my brother's claim to pain.
So while we both started the 3rd bottle, about most of the way through my wife stated that she was experiencing better night vision which she has suffered with, especially with me being in a band and a lot of times being either too tired after a show or too much to drink to drive. She said maybe it's the Mona Vie and I said could be but in the back of my mind was thinking "yeah, O.K. I was happy with my no pain and that is all I could claim. So my brother finally sends me a document titled 28 reasons why to drink the Acai Berry Complex and sure as sh*t, there it was! #16: Strengthens Vision. Now here I am yelling holy sh*t, you were right!! Here it is! It strengthens vision!! And of course my wife is like Duh! I told you so. So now for the MIRACULOUS part of my experiance. I was stricken with Epilepsi at the age of 15 by some 21 yr old jerk-off trying to be cool for a girl and sweeping my feet out from under me, striking the back of my head on the ground so hard that my nose bled. I was on Dilantin for a while but when the side effects were too much for me, mostly sleepiness(which by the way the doctors told me at the time was not conclusive of their study of this medication) was making me very tired and would fall asleep during 3rd period at my desk. When this became a problem I was instructed to stay home until they could find something else to prevent my seizures without falling asleep. This process would leave me missing school for a month and would cost me my 10th year in HS due to the fact that my Dr. would not sign a form from my school stating that Dilantin was the cause for my sleepiness. Now the #1 side affect listed with taking Dilantin is of course "Causes Drowsiness not to mention a whole host of problems from hair loss to teethloss which tells me that Doctors don't know sh*t! Anyway I was put on Tegratol and read an article when I was 20 something that Dr's were taking their patients off that due to side affects which underlines my 1st statement about Dr.'s
Anyway without my Dr's consent I had lowered my dosage by 100mgs a week until the bottle was gone and have been drug free since. Now my seizures are much less in the mornig whithout any meds but was still getting one or two almost daily. Well since the 3rd bottle of Mona Vie they have stopped almost completely. Let me repeat that! My seizures from amlost one or two a day have dwindled down to maybe one a week, even when I push myself to limits that previously resulted in a Gran Mal have now been nullified. Tell me that's in my head. And one other thing. You want to complain about price? How about this. My wife experienced her 1st gran mal and freaked. Called a voluntary ambulance which took me to a local hospital where I basically laid in a bed breathing oxygen for an hour. They ran a few blood tests for drugs AFTER being told I was an Epileptic and then sent me a bill. Hold on to your ass because that little one hour trip cost AND I MEAN COST ME because we can't afford health insurance like MOST of americans unless your an illegal alien, but don't get me started with that, ANYWAY they sent me a bill a little under $10,000 fu*king dollars!!! Which of course they froze my bank account for and I almost lost my house, but that's another story. I am now on an attorney asisted payment pan of $100 a month for the next 40 or so years. Doctors can blow me! Mona Vie rocks and and 300,000 plus distributors can't be wrong. We just might put some Dr's out of business. That is the real fear that I see in the future. DRINK IT, FEEL IT, SHARE IT! MONA VIE FOR LIFE! I APOLIGIZE FOR MY CHOICE WORDS HERE AND THERE BUT I TYPE IT THE WAY I FEEL IT.
Oh yeah I almost forgot to mention I sleep like a baby at night as well.

Posted by: Bryan | April 9, 2007 1:16 AM

I was approached today by a friend to start distributing MonaVie. I have some questions regarding price and business model and effects of the drink. I keep hearing that it doesn't "cure" anything, but in the same post as that they stated that the drink has stopped someone from having allergies. This is also coming from someone that sells the drink which can mean two things, they love it, believe in it and want to help others, or they are trying to promote their business. And what a wonderful inexpensive way to market. As a business owner I understand the value of marketing.
What is wrong with MLM's? They are pyramid schemes designed to take advantage of those that cannot afford to be taken advantage of. This is not a regular business where people at the top make the most money situation, these people are investing in the company before they get anything out of it and many go into bankruptcy when they are out the bottom of an MLM. With my business I had to invest a lot to get started but the difference is, I am selling products in a market where they are needed, wanted and affordable. I can prove my products value with tests and empirical data. This drink is not a necessity, it doesn't taste very good, and it is extremely expensive. I really do hope that it is the miracle that the distributors do not claim in so many words, they use testimonials instead and back them up with a disclaimer.
I agree that there is a lot evidence that antioxidants are good for immunity among other things so I am a vegetarian, but why are these particular berries so great? I know it sounds like my mind is made up, but that is mostly because of the business model.
I generally think of pyramid schemes and those who are at the top of them as immoral swine. If MonaVie is as amazing as the testimonials claim, it should not be that hard to prove. I was told by a distributor that one can survive on it alone. So why not do it? I mean we have an obesity epidemic in this country so MonaVie could take credit in a cure right? To all of you distributors out there, especially the ones at the top, survive on it for a year or two and have medical tests done including your blood sugar and insulin levels and thyroid, let me know the results. I hope it is everything you say truely. I have many health issues that I take traditional medicine to treat and it works, but if I could just drink MonaVie I probably would, although it is more expensive than my meds and health insurance premiums combined.
I don't mean to be insensitive to those that have had a positive experience, I just need clinical data to back it up.
I have connections in Brazil I could make and market it in a conventional way if is that great. It would probably not make as much for me as the MLMs top dog, but I also don't sell equipment manufactured in sweat shops which I am sure would drive up my profits.

Posted by: Alison | April 12, 2007 10:11 PM

Anyone can make up any testimony that they want about any product in the world. I can sit here and tell all of you about the great benefits of chugging down a quart of syrup every morning. On the flip side I can tell you how peanut butter gave me AIDS.

I'm nobody - and my BS shouldn't matter to any of you.

Just like the 40 or so people above me on either side of the story.

A rational, THINKING, educated person must ask these questions.

1) Are there any scientific studies that say anything at all about Monavie Juice or any of the stuff in it? It sounds like pretty powerful stuff, but has any independent lab verified anything? It doesn't really take all that much money to pay a university to do a double-blind. I'm sure the folks at Monavi can handle that.

2) How are the juices obtained, prepared and bottled - this is important stuff because just a few weeks back cat food was killing pets. I think a new company like this could be a little less mysterious about where their product is manufcatured and safety measures taken.

3) Have you ever seen a MLM product that was in any way life changing? I'm talking about everything from Amyway to Cutco to VOIP. With this in mind, if Viactive had a good product why aren't they out to make real money on the real market. If they really cared about your health, putting it on the real market would also allow it to be sold much cheaper (more dirct supply lines, more volume as stores buy in bulk, etc..) and be more accessable.

Just on the outside the company looks like a joke. If they had a real product there would be testing, there would be safety statements, there would be sales on the open market. They wouldn't need to hide behind sales people who can't answer questions about what's actually in it, and how studies were conducted at Stanford...

If every positive claim that everyone has made in this forum is true...

The makers of Monavie are idiots for no backing up their product and not selling it the way the rest of quality products are sold world-wide.

If you want to drink something that an idiot made - feel free.

Posted by: Freakin Goobers | April 18, 2007 12:07 AM

One thing that bothers me is how "friends" will not back off and quit bothering me about Monavie. They won't take no for an answer.

Posted by: Pleaseleavemealone | April 18, 2007 9:37 PM

I am one person that can tell you that MonaVie works! I have never gotten involved in distributorships and I won't recommend something unless I believe in it because through trying the product and seeing for myself.

I was given a bottle of MonaVie Active and 4 gel packs of MonaVie. The gel packs are a little thicker than the juice but not as thick as jello. It has more of the Acia berry than the juice. The taste is not that bad; comparing it to some wine I have had and some medication I have taken, it is pretty good.

First day, didn't notice much and I only took one gel pack. I was told not to take it after 1pm or I may have problems sleeping. The second day I took gel pack at 7am and then a 2oz glass of juice at 1pm. I never get bolts of energy from anything, not even 2 grande starbucks in a day with an extra shot or two (this is not a regular routine either).

I thought to myself as I was cleaning my house throughly on the second afternoon, I wonder if this product is doing something for me or if I am just having a good day for the first time in years because of my depression.

As a side note, I have high blood pressure, deep depression at times and degenerative joint disease. I have not stopped taking any medication and I probably won't unless through my doctor it is recommended. I have blood work done every three months so I will see if MonaVie improves any of those tests.

Third day was the charm for me. I took a gel pack in the morning and by 10am I was just so full of energy and so not depressed that I was ready for more of this product. I signed up later that day.

This product works for me and I think the gel packs work better than the juice.

I have not taken my blood pressure on my machine and I have not notice a big decrease in my knees yet but it lifted my depression and made me full of energy. Maybe some people won't get the same effect as me and it make take longer for some. I told the person who gave me the samples that I needed to experience this product for 2 weeks and not to pressure me about selling because I was not really interested unless MonaVie worked. I expected nothing and didn't even have a brochure on MonaVie until later.

My daughter was a skeptic just like me and she is on her second day and wanting to buy the product as well because it is so healthy for you.

Think about how much vitamins cost or an energy drinks on a routine basis. What price do you put on feeling better or have more energy through a wonderful nature product that gives back portions of the profit to the very needy children in the streets of Brazil and other Amazon areas.

Finally I have actually lost a few pounds on this product and it has some added bonuses for 50% of the woman who take it that I won't mention on a public website (so just guess away).

I don't care if I get rich, I just don't want to run out of this wonderful product. I intend to give samples to all my friends and family members just to see what the product does for others. If I am right, I believe others will either want the product or may even feel as strongly as I do and want to share it with others.

Now if it would just correct my eyesight and perhaps work like Botox, I would be able to sell it to 50% of the USA, dont' you agree??

Posted by: rpkee | April 25, 2007 3:17 AM

This is another version of the same old pyramid scheme (though legal) that's been around for decades. We see glowing testimionials of how everyone is getting rich(most MLM participants don't and go from scheme to scheme in search of the easy millions) and what a wonderful product the consumer gets for his/her investment.
I dare say, for the monthly expenditure, one could eat the proper amount of fruits and vegetables and get the same anti-oxidant and phytonutrient benefits as the bottled "wonder juice."
Next year, instead of carrot juice or acai berries, it will be something else.
There is always a new miracle food (it was green algae in the 80s) and always someone to sell it to the hopeful.

And please...stop trying to link a cure for leukemia (in vitro studies only) with Acai berries. That is very misleading to some folks and could be dangerous to their health if they cease treatment.

Posted by: Dr.Mike | May 1, 2007 6:00 PM

MLM's used to hate them, but realize that I am "selling" products daily and not getting a cut of any profit. For example...We like to tell people about a favorite restaurant of ours....hidden, doesn't advertise....all WORD OF MOUTH....get the point? I don't get a kickback from the owner for every friend I send there and spends $50. The list can go on and on. Would you rather believe a billboard or ad placed by some stranger or a friend who you know and trust?
Now as for our MLM experience....I've been "conned" into Amway, Quixtar or whatever their latest name is. My dad used to be a fishing buddy of DeVos....we live in SW Michigan....Amway country. Do I dislike the product? No,love the stuff, but hate the way people always snuck up on me and not come right out and tell me about Amway. Am I involved in it now? nope. I saw the big guys who worked it hard could make $$ but the little guys who wanted to use product and not pour their life's savings into it were not making $$ at all. Have I done any other MLM's? Yes, Pre-Paid legal-neat concept, but never made any money on it. Neways-love their product....better than Amway and it's all non-carcinogenic....never made any money on it....Monavie.....joined to get the juice at wholesale after seeing nothing short of miraculous results for my husband's back pain....didn't plan on selling it, but when people noticed the change in my husband....they started buying a bottle off of us and we started to "sell" without doing any agressive marketing like was required with the other companies. We started to drink the stuff in Aug ,06. Our "goal" after seeing that others liked the stuff was to see if we could at least earn enough to pay for our own product. Well, that happened....for the first time ever that I did a network I actually made some $$. Now we are more than paying for our monthly "habit". I won't go on and on about it because if you're as skeptical as we were, you won't understand. But, for those people who try it,research it...and the why's behind how these juice things "work"....it all begins to make sense. My husband is an engineer and logically thought I was out of my mind to try this stuff....but he was willing, since the other alternative was back surgery. When his pain disappeared in 8 days....he started thinking that perhaps I wasn't so crazy to try this afterall. Monavie is not all about MLM. It is about networking to some extent,but for once in my MLM sort of experience, I see that for this company with basically only 1 product....it is all about the product and what it does for people. The financial end of it is just an added perk. I didn't write all this to try to solicit business for ourselves....we have not had to "work" hard to make this work. The product "speaks" and we have people asking for more and we simply tell them to sign up so they can order themselves rather than hassle with getting more from us. It is that simple....1 product not a bunch of stuff, no "requirements" unless you want to eventually try to make $$. too cool, we never thought we would see a network work for us, but we truly are amazed and blessed. We look at this product as a type of "life insurance" for our own bodies that we have not taken care of too well over the years. We give it to our daughter who is only 6 and OTHERS noticed a change in her...so, we know that it is not a placebo effect and we just continue to be amazed. If someone STILL thinks it's a placebo effect....well, it is the best, most successful placebo effect that I've ever witnessed!

Posted by: wendy | May 2, 2007 6:51 PM

I can not help but desire some facts on the product. Yes we can find no doubt antioxidant rich foods are known health benifits. Yes the fruit in the product could be benificial. But is it. does the raw product lose its potency. is some little guy climbing the tree putting the berries on his boat down the amazon in the sun not losing some of the value? how do you know if there is no clinical study on this product? set out some broccoli in the sun and let the air get to it, it does lose its nutritional value fast. So how many batch control tests are done on this juice each year? it seems that we can make money if we all give Brig Hart cash each week and then he gives less back each week. we don't even need a product.. what an idea. oh yeah that is illegal.. I give Monavie 24 months like most other companies with no solid foundations. KOOL AID anyone.

Posted by: facts are needed | May 4, 2007 1:29 AM

Give me a break...I can't beleive how negative people are. This is not a pyramid!! Pyramids are designed to where the person at the top makes the most and the person on the bottom makes the least. Monavie is different. In this business the people under you can far exceed your progress (I've seen it happen). Limitations are only set by ourselves. Positive, intelligent, spiritual people can do anything they beleive to be worthwhile. I am so sick and tired of negativity. Oh this is terrible...That can't be done...Base it on facts...etc...etc... Have some faith people that's what's wrong with this world and this country in paticular.

On a different note I think Monavie is great. It is a FOOD! Anyone can make a claim on food because it is not a drug and does not need to be approved by the FDA! Fruit people! Anyone knows that when we eat fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean meats, etc...that our bodies run on optiaml levels. So why is it some of us will go to the local McDonalds and eat a 600+ calorie Big Mac or a 500+ calorie dessert? I can't beleive how blind people are. Even our fruits and vegetables at local supermarkets are garbage! They have been fed pesticides, fertilized with chemicals that make them look big and beautiful but sacrifice the nutrition content. How can we be more concerned with how the fruit looks instead of its nutritional value. Crops don't get there rest, they are constantly harvested like a well oiled machines. Look at whole grain. Some packages claim that it's contents are whole grain and then you find out that it is "enriched wheat flour" which means it was put through a process where most of the nutrients were stripped out anyway! Did you ever notice that when you bought a colorful, beautiful orange that when you peeled and ate it, it was dry and tasteless? Wake up people even our fresh natural gifts are being destroyed and ripped of there full nutritional benefits. So for all those people who can't bring themselves to drink Monavie because it is too expensive or beacause they think it's a scam, your only cheating yourselves. ALL NATURAL! They haven't been spraying the Amazon with pesticides regularly. Once again, it is a food that has preserved it's original nutritional value without the "American Way" of stripping all vital nutrients.

Finally, I just want to say that I am in great health and didn't have major life changing effects when I drank Monavie. I did sleep better and was able to sustain my energy level throughout the day. Why? Because I fed my body what God intended me to have. Not what the FDA or regulatory groups said was okay. The government is in business to make money like the rest of us. Don't you think they get there payoff too? Especially from the drug companies and particular interest groups. Even though I am in great health I have seen different results in my family members. Is it a miracle? NO! It is the fact that they chose to put vital nutrients in there body. And if for nothing else has even encourgaged them to make changes in other parts of there lives, whether it be more exercise, meditation, or starting a business. So all I have to say is "Give me a break." For those who keep an open mind and are spirtual and have faith be very careful of the negative people who will hold you down for there own personal sake. You are the only one who can decide for yourself what the right choices in life are. Have a positive attitude, step out on your faith, and be rewarded! If you fall get up and get over it or you will be down in the ditch with all the negative people who will never rise above and make something of themselves (not just money wise but personally and spiritually).

Posted by: smarthealth | May 12, 2007 5:26 AM

I have been using for 8 wks and selling for 6 wks. I'm not a research person, but i have been in the medical profession for almost 20yrs. I can honestly tell you that i notice and feel a difference as does my wife. I gave away all of my Monavie to my friends and told them what i had felt, some said they did not really like the taste others said that they will stay with it. I said i gave away all my Monavie to friends well i was off for two weeks and dam if i did not feel differently then i did in the weeks when i was one Monavie, my wife said the same thing. Monavie was the only thing missing. I have since increased my auto-ship to two cases and ordered 12 cases for the friends and new ones that will come along. The product works for some and not all. You may get relief with Motrin and not tylenol. Same with monavie. It works just not over night, give it a chance. Your doctor may not.

Don't forget that some of the money goes back to the Amazon to help with the rain forest and the less fortunate, this company give back. What do the other companies do. Research that!!!

PS> Thank You Sam & Ashley. You are so supportive. I will share this with all who will listen. It works for us, I know.

Jim & JoAnne.

Posted by: James, RN | May 12, 2007 9:34 PM

I read almost all of the discussion on MonaVie, pro and con & same for its marketing. I have been to one meeting of Monavie folks.
No one has answered a fundamentaly important question as far as I can see.
What percentage of what is in the bottle is the acai berry?
That berry after all is the basis for most of the claims,citing the U of Fl study etc. It is not enough to say that "it is the crown jewel" of the drink.
Does anyone know?

Posted by: howardrust | May 12, 2007 11:03 PM

I would like to add a few things here for those who need to see to believe. Like every story of networking my wife comes home with this bottle and this idea of making money while consuming a product thats call MONA VIE, my first expression was what the crap is this and MONA what, from the amazon what a joke baby i love you but they have pull a fast one on you. Here goes our family friends and you know the whole MLM story. I thought well its your money what ever. She starded consuming the product for some pain she had on her hand and after a month i see her feeling good, no more pain in her hand and my goodnes what an intimate life i feel 18 again. Still never cross my mine that this product was doing something for her. I saw her guetting involve in the system even talking to people in the closet so i could not hear her because she new i did not believe in MLM. I started noticing that people are coming home and doing this home shity meetings that i did not approve but whatever thats her deal. Until i got curious, I suffer from back problems for years and i admitt that i became a pill junky just to guet this pain away from me, so after hearing so many friends talking about how good this is and how better they are feel and my wife is making 100 dollars a week in just 1 month i decided to steal a bottle from my wife supply. I can say that after the first bottle nothing happen just good energy thats all. But then another bottle was missing from her supply and of course i didnt do it (yea right) I felt better. I talk to her and explain the missing bottles and she laught, that will be 90 dollars, this shit cause all that, 45 dollars a bottle waoo" you can guetter cheaper if you join" waoo she is part of the system, but thats ok she is making money. I continue to to consume the product and after 2 months i was able to lay off the pills and im feeling much better and that was impressive. Now we have 99% percent of the people that have try the product are satisfied. Now the product has to work for you in orther to do a business. I have done my research and got my self involve more than my wife now. One of the things this company has is no pressure and they dont sell you a dream, you can make money but you have to work hard no doubt. Its people helping people. I im located on Brig Harts leg and let me tell you every day there is lots of people joining. Im not trying to sell my bussiness i just hear lots of people here talking about him. He is a great Networker and hey who wouldnt like to be in his organization. You have to do your thing to qualify but you do not have to invest thousands of dollars to have a business. So far we have sponsor 25 with out begging because i hate that, just people know the product works. IDOES NOT CURE OR TREAT but if you can have you daily nutrients in a few zips a day hey im up for that. Hey i felt a diffrent so thats all i care. I still work on my job but if we can make extra cash a month wohoooooooo. god bless you all.

Posted by: monaviedfw | May 13, 2007 2:31 AM

Yes some of my family have recently started taking Mona Vie and they say they feel better. I have no take on it cause I am not drinking it.I will wait and see if it really helps everyone more.I do believe it must be good because why would people say that it has help them. Yes it does cost more than other things.But what can it hurt to try it?Every fitness person says to eat fruit and stuff.So can you imagine what 18 different fruits in one thing could do for your body?I mean think it out.Lets say I drink this stuff everyday and my energy goes way up and things that hurt feel better.Why is everyone maing a fuss over this juice which supposivly helps? If it helps than drink it feel good who cares what people think. If you feel better wll great. Yes ill say again it is kinda expensive but cant you keep a little more money aside for this stuff. I know you use money on things for your self so let this be one of those things. I mean its not like its that much. Give it a chance try it.

Posted by: Lacie | May 13, 2007 6:20 PM

I have started drinking MonaVie three weeks ago and the obvious difference is the occurance of my migraine headache. Two continous nights of bad sleep would normally trigger my headache in the past. Since drinking MonaVie and enjoying it, my headache severity has been reduced drastically. I have been waking up every middle of a night to take care of my 1 year old son who caught a stomach virus a week ago, average sleeping time is about 5 hours. But surprisingly my headache, a mid one, only occured once last night. Not only that, I feel fresher, be able to focus more at work during the day and my back pain associated with my sleep has gone. Coincident? I don't know. You conclude.

Posted by: New2Monavie | May 15, 2007 5:07 AM

Hey guys, here's a a free tip (no need to join a MLM) start eating healthy eat more fruits/veggies, cut out processed carbs, and start exercising...you'll probably start feeling better and have more energy in about 1 month....

Posted by: Jake Foot | May 19, 2007 1:37 AM

OK - a few quick notes. A 43 gram box (the little individual packs) of raisins has an ORAC score of over 1000. Prunes are 2x higher, eat a half dozen. Now, the UofFlorida *did* find strong anti-oxy properties in the Acai berry. Did you know you can buy the palm and grow it yourself? stokestropicals.com sells a potted Euterpe Oleracea, the real deal that will grow 100% Acai berries. How you want to deal with ingesting them is up to you. OR... you could go to puritans.com and get Acai *direct* from a company that has been one of the most respected names in supplements for decades. (Hint - buy one, get two free has been their business model forever, with ridiculously low shipping costs). NOW - for all you true believers who have testified to Monavie's power over asthma, paralysis (!), hypertension, blood lipids, ADHD, migraines, etc: answer me this, please. Why did MV need to add Glucosamine to become "active"? According to the "official" website, the antioxidant properties alone are powerful enough to fight arthritis (rolls eyes). How much Glucosamine does MV "active" contain - per ounce? What is considered the effective amount of daily Glucosamine? (I know the answer - I take it 3x daily w/ Chondroitin & MSM)
NEXT - whoop whoop!! Big talk about Omega-3/6/9 from some true believers above. How much Omega3 acids per fluid ounce, and what kind? Did you know that men shouldn't take flaxseed oil because it can increase risk for prostate cancer? (flaxseed Omega3 = ALA acid). Men should get their Omega3s from fish & fish oil (Omega3 = EPA & DHA acid). Do you know how much Omega3 it takes to substantially lower LDL & triglycerides? Hint - how about 4 to 8 large fish oil gelcaps a day! You got that much in MV Active?? You do? No wonder it tastes like $%*@!
(just kidding - I know MV-A doesn't). If I am wrong, please post a link to the label that lists the amounts of these substances "per serving", or to any reputable source (WebMD type) that contradicts my claims.
LAST - my wife's place of business has been infected by MV. A supervisor has poisoned the atmosphere by foisting it on some underlings and subtly pressuring others. I have personally seen how some can turn into MLM "pod people" like Invasion of the (Common Sense) Snatchers. And yes - they sit around and shop Mercedes-Benz dealers online and daydream (and yak constantly) about what they will do with all the MV money. Even after saying NO! a dozen times, one woman insisted on giving me a glossy pamphlet touting 39 (count 'em, 39!) diseases and conditions that MV "may" cure. Suckers...

Posted by: alternative | May 24, 2007 3:42 PM

Howdy,

I'm female,fat,fertile,fortyish, and recently diagnosed with cancer. I ache everywhere! I just received my first case of MonaVie. Tomorrow is the day I start adding MonaVie to my new health routine. I'm excited. But cautious, too. My advantage is that I am a Certified Physician Assistant and am well educated in the sciences and critical thinking. I do not think that "Selling" MonaVie is going to replace my day job. I'm skeptical of MLM. However, I honestly have nothing to lose by keeping a daily chronicle of "what happens to me!" when I drink MVjuice. So, stay tuned, I will let you know...from first hand experience...truthfully...how I am doing. I was shocked when I saw how much I had to pay for a bottle of POM in the grocery store. I use POM for cooking, mostly. Nearly fell over when I saw the price of MonaVie. But I can't go out and gather those berries...squish them all up and put them in a bottle or gel form so that it's easy to consume. Time, my body, and most of all...my brain will tell the story. I've already put the faces of a few dead presidents up to pay for the MonaVie...now I want some return...in the form of good health. Be watching for my next sign in.
Never too old to Rock 'n Roll!

Posted by: Healthy1234 | May 27, 2007 2:16 AM

The Acai berry does have amazing health benefits (here is the University of Florida study: http://news.ufl.edu/2006/01/12/berries/), but the delivery system of the supplement is very important. In juice form, your stomach acids will break down the ingredients and you will not get the full benefit.

If you're looking for the most effective Acai product (not your morning fruit juice in a fancy bottle), Isotonix Acai is in isotonic-capable form (passes through your empty stomach without need for digestion) so you absorb over 90%. It also includes other beneficial ingredients like mangosteen, pomegranate, guarana, l-taurine and green tea.

Also, a 750ml bottle of MonaVie at recommended dose of 2-4 oz per day = a 6 to 12-day supply @ $45. Isotonix Acai comes in a 45-day supply for $49.95. A better product, better delivery system and lower price.

Posted by: Christopher Black | May 28, 2007 3:16 PM

The ACAI content in MonaVie is usually between 19% - 21% from what I have found on the net.

I believe they also stated they dont publish thatbecause since they use all natural fruits there is no way to gurantee a PERFECT blend/match each and every time. If you actually drank MonaVie you would better be able to evaluate it.
I could sit here and write what it has done for me, but why? the naysayers will always be the naysayers. I feel bad for you guys that have become so dependent upon SCIENCE to prove anything and everything in your lives. Your right, its a FRUIT drink with a freeze dried ACAI process that no other company has been able to match. I'm glad they utilized MLM for its distributorship.

Drink it or dont, your choice.

Posted by: Mike | May 29, 2007 2:58 PM

If Mono Vie does not work then please tell me how I actualy read this whole thing. WoW

Posted by: FREDB | June 1, 2007 8:59 AM

Good point. What has science ever proven anyway? I mean, look at all of this useless information...

http://www.marketamericascience.com/index.cfm?action=shopping.scProduct&storeID=8&prodID=13059

Or math, for that matter?

$45.00 / 12 days = $3.75/day
$49.95 / 45 days = $1.11/day

Healthy1234, I think you would be better off using Isotonix Acai and OPC-3 to deal with your health challenges. These are some of the best supplements on the market, and far more reliable than fruit juice. Just remember that the delivery system is just as important as the ingredients.

Posted by: Christopher Black | June 6, 2007 3:36 AM

I like monavie product and I like the concept. I there is another company who has placed products in the market place like Monavie but at a cheaper price. If you buy in bulk it is alot cheap then Monavie with a higher orac rating. 40,000/serving. Take a look at this product. No cost to join the buisness. Products that work right now!! http://www.m2cglobal.com/tbrad1
Click on other brands and you will see the Super juice called Vitalagy! We are making a difference in peoples lives and not ripping them off.4 bottles for 98 dollars. That is $24 a bottle and that is not even a bulk order price.

Posted by: Terrance | June 6, 2007 3:34 PM

Are there any sports fans here? Do you know how much a player makes in salary?
So why do athlete have to be involve in a business if they make so much money. Let me guet to the point. When the chicago white sox won the Title 2 year ago pitcher Dustin had an injury that terminated the season. Dr advise that it would take a year or two to recup. The following year Dustin came back early to resume his career. Hmmmm. Last year in a game the anouncer interview Dustin and he found out what he did to return to baseball and it came down to lots of training and Monavie. Later that year Dustin Sign the whole team.
The minesota twins just came clean about their players being JUICE, thats write but not the illegal, the natural Monavie way. One of the new members of our organization is Boston Red Sox closer Johnathan Pepplebon he explains his Monavie experience and how the nutrients of this amzing product has work for him. Im not inventing this i can see that on my down line. So the bottom line is this people dont have to be on a MLM business there in it for the product thats it. I will keep you posted for any other news about this amazing product.

Posted by: monaviedfw | June 9, 2007 7:01 PM

The issue that has not been addressed here is profitability. There is no way to make 'substantial' sustainable income from the sale of one product in a MLM.
The huge profits that people see are from the "Business Support Materials" that are provided by an organization not affiliated with the MLM.
As anyone who has followed AMWAY knows, there is money that can be made by having a selling network of distributors; but the huge incomes were made by those who created the Business Support Organizations. It is from the BSM where one purchases books, tapes/cd's/dvd's and other 'tools' and also purchases tickets to attend weekly, monthly, quarterly and yearly seminars.
What we all have learned is our food choices over the years have been detrimental to our health. One should only take a prescription for one of the two following reasons: 1) I refuse to change my lifestyle or 2) my body is no longer able to perform this function on its own. For instance, some diabetics can cure their disease simply by changing their diets; however, if the pancreas has been destroyed, then a medicine is necessary to maintain life.
The fact that we will take Mona Vie (or similar products) further attests to the fact that we want simple changes to our lifestyle to make huge improvements in our health. For those who have simply been abusing their bodies with the wrong foods and the wrong lifestyle, this product will probably work wonders. For those who have been living healthy all along this will most likely make no difference.
By the way, there is CANCER in Brazil (thank you Google) and their lifespan is not significantly different from the rest of the world.
That Warren Buffet has purchased an MLM is actually more something to worry about, than to be holding up as a great example. The worry of any distributor in a MLM should be that the business will sell and all the rules will change. One of the reasons a manufacturer chooses MLM for distribution is that the costs of distribution are borne by the distributors, not the manufacturer. If the item becomes successful, there is nothing to stop the manufacturer from selling his company. Historically this has happened many times because the distributors' sweat equity has created a marvelous name for a product and the ability to move this to a regular distribution network is easy for the manufacturer.
Please remember: the money is being made by those who sell you the tools; the product (e.g., Mona Vie) is the vehicle that the tool-sellers are using to make themselves rich.

Posted by: FormerAMWAYDistributor | June 10, 2007 5:20 PM

alternative-

Where did you get this information in your May 24 post?

"Did you know that men shouldn't take flaxseed oil because it can increase risk for prostate cancer?"

Although I'm female, I study health and nutrition extensively and would be very interested in these findings.

I have never heard of any negative effects related to flaxeed oil. If anyone else has heard anything about flaxseed oil being dangerous for men, please share your resources.

Thank you.

Posted by: lurker girl | June 21, 2007 10:38 PM

LOL at the "doctors" who come on here and slam the product.

LOL at the people who say it isn't worth $45 a bottle.

LOL at the skeptics who have never tried it.

I will try it, and then I will get back to you about it; I promise. In fact, even if it doesn't make me feel better, I will keep drinking it because I can't get the same amount of those 19 fruits for the same price. I will keep drinking it because doctors are humans and are not always right either. I will keep drinking it until I stumble upon some research that says it is dangerous or does nothing for me.

Anyone have some real information against it? Send it to me.

Posted by: Mark Dockery | June 24, 2007 8:45 PM

it's funny 2 me that you say you will try the product. you even make a piss pour effort to try the product but don't follow through. you say it doesnt'work yet you didn't even give it a chance. people are scared to pay $2 a day to revamp there entire health but $4 a day for coffee(s). if your gonna try something don't half ass your attempt. don't let your ego get in the way of doing something good for your body even though your doctor recommended it. don't give up on good stuff so easily. doh! keep up the good half assin....haha peace and good luck.

Posted by: mike d. | June 28, 2007 1:37 AM

Please check out http://www.MonaVieForLife.info for some Useful Links and information on this amazing product.

Also listen to the MonaVie Rap Song on the Helath Benefits page. This page may take ~30sec to load. Enjoy!!!

Posted by: Roger | June 30, 2007 10:21 PM

#1 Monavie does not tell how much of the Acai berry is in it's juice. I mean the amount, not the percentage of acai berry. If you ate or drank more fruits and vegetables (6-8 per day, which would force you to replace some crap foods with good foods, health benefits would occur at a fraction of the cost. So again, how much acai berry per bottle.

#2 The exotic and hard to find fruits that distributors talk about that are in the bottle are neither exotic or hard to find (bananas, apricot, prune...). Other less familiar ones such as lychee or acai can be found in most supermarkets.

It contains sodium benzoate which when mixed with vitamin c, has been shown to be carcinogenic.

IT IS A PYRIMID SCHEME. YOU WILL LOSE MONEY. Statistically speaking, your better off at a Vegas craps table than ANY mlm (pyrimid) business (unless your in the top 00000000001%, or in other words, you startedthe mlm.

Give me Science, not testimonials about how specifically monavia, not the acai berry, has an effect on human health.
If your answer is about the berry, not the product monavia, than I think I'll save about 40 bucks a month and keep my friends and family. NO PYRIMID SCHEMES

Posted by: Tom | July 2, 2007 8:51 PM

Wake up people this is a scam. Someone stop at Barnes and Noble and pick up a biochemistry book this fruit juice is not medicine. There are no significant medical benefits of drinking an ounce or two daily of any kind of fruit juice. It can't and will not cure anything and any and all suggestion that symptoms are allevieted is a temporary placebo effect just like injecting a patient with saline solution to cure an erection problem...if the patient believes the injection works 100% the following day his wife calls and says how the hubby isnow cured. I had a patient come to me and tell me she was doing much better drinking this expensive fruit punch. I did my research and found out this MonaVe is actually a copy of another product that claims to have all of the same medicinal cures. I research the other product called RioVida and they had even similar advertising very much like a carbon copies. Further research indicated this other product has Transfer Factor in it. A brief biochemistry lesson for all of you suckers out there...transfer factor is listed in the PDR and raises NK prodcution to 437% ...what that equates to is that NK cell production levels this high eliminates microorganisms, viruses and tumors.

My advice is to change over to the real drink with the medicinal value before the binary pyramid collapses and you are left holding the bag. My prediction is you will find the MonaVie wine bottle at Walmart on sale for 2 bucks. It will no longer be expensive urine but cheaper than beer.

Dr. Davis

Posted by: Davis | July 3, 2007 1:35 AM

My husband's brother has started to drink this juice over a month ago and he says he feels better! Please give me a list of all the benefits of this juice. Thank you

Posted by: Linda Reagin | July 4, 2007 5:55 PM

Benefits:

1. You will lose wight. Their will be less money in your pocket so when you jump on the scale, you will see the difference.

2. You'll be smarter. That is after you realize you've gotten fleeced, (especially if you becom a distributor.
You'll promise yourself you won't fall for the same b.s. again and will feel superior to those who continue to believe mlm's are worth getting involved with.

3. You will have more free time. This is because the friends and family members you have annoyed with this overpriced crap will want little to do with you.

4. You will sprout wings and be able to fly to mars. Not really, but if someone is gullible to fall for this pyrimid scheme, they would probably believe this claim, especially if I said it was an unsubstantiated testimonial, which really, is how we should chose our health care.

DON"T GET INVOLVED!!!!

Posted by: Tom | July 6, 2007 3:16 PM

hmmm..Dr. Davis..what kind of doctor are you exactly, and....you do realize that RioVida is the copy dont you? Could you be a 4Life Rep? Lets be honest, with the hostility you have in your post it only makes sense that you have something to lose if MV takes off....or maybe its just your credability. BTW...im a doctor too.

Posted by: christian | July 7, 2007 12:22 AM

The juice is real and it is proven by Dr. Alexander G. Schauss. The report is available in book form ISBN 0-943685-30-3
I can see that this is a debate that involves quite a number of people that think that health cannot be had from proper nutrition. I dare anyone to use MonaVie as directed for 30 days and have their vitals tested by a doctor before and after. Mostly you sick people should try this as the effects can actually be observed.
The reason MonaVie cannot make claims as to what it does is because the laws does not allow these claims to fruit or anything else that is not a pharmaceutical. This industry has a vested interest in keeping you on drugs as it is the biggest business in the world and keeping you dumb to a healthier way of living is what guarantees their profits.
Anyone with an objective mind can see that drugs are not to cure but to mask underlying problems. They facilitate repair but only the body can do that! Most diseases are postponed effects of an unhealthy body. Curing the effects does not make the body healthy, it simply temporarily reduces the effects of disease. A smoke screen! A healthy body is a poor host for a disease and an absolute disaster for the drug industry. Ask your doctor what he would rather see, a healthy person free of any symptoms or a sick person with poor eating habits that are not supportive of making the body healthy. A person that wnats to be fixed by the doctor but will not take responsibility for it themselves.
When you have young people, friends or family around dying of diseases they could have prevented you wonder if the price of MonaVie would have been too high.
I just made a trip through four of the mid western United States and saw fat people working at McDonalds. I also saw fat kids eating fries and I also saw fat parents feed their fat kids while driving a car. Wake up people, this stuff could save your sorry a$$ but you would not know health if it stared you in the face! Do you really want to be right about what you so mistakenly think and compromise your health to the point of no return? Do you really want to listen to ordinary people giving you advice how the body works? Do you just not care about yourselves or your kids?
Congrats to those of you on MonaVie or other healthy supplements with a good diet for caring enough about yourselves. The money you put out now will prevent you from having to put out the money later. And no pain now or later, just a healthy body and attitude. A better way of life by far!
Rinus

Posted by: Rinus B | July 8, 2007 2:54 AM

I am an Oncologist and a graduate of Harvard. It is extremely irresponsible to tell people that taking a couple of ounces of this juice a day is going to prevent and/or cure cancer, diabetes, asthma, lupus and many other testimonials of medical issues . Most people that are sick are looking for miracle cures and this could present a serious problem to the company. If you read the literature and brochures of the company it states clearly that the juice does not support any of the medical claims listed above. What will get the company in big trouble is reports to the FDA by unsatisfied clients and perhaps families of people that die as a result of their tainted faith on this product. Something else to think about and an important point is the family can sue the company and they can also sue you. Imagine yourself in a law suit that will most likely be settled out of court because wrong-full death has a very high jury appeal and unless you have great asset protection with corporations in Nevada you can look forward to a huge lien placed on your home and/or garnishment of future wages. All of this generates bad press making it harder for people to buy into the overpriced fruit drink. Keeping in mind that you can buy similar fruit drinks with the same antioxidants from health food stores for $10 to $14 dollars a bottle. The bad press will destroy the multi level system. Your company needs to have more information on the product to help the consumer make the right decision and stop encouraging these far fetch unrealistic testimonials; history repeats itself check out the rise and fall of Noni juice which actually has more medicinal value than MonaVie.

Dr.Davis

Posted by: Dr. Davis | July 9, 2007 8:30 PM

sorry doc, wrong again. And an attorney friend of mine got a kick out of your scare tactic story about cancer patients suing an individual who sold them some juice...claim or no claim. Have you been to GNC lately...maybe you should watch TV some late night and look at all the crap that gets advertised with claims of doing this and that. The senario you go through is ludicrous. Why are you even here. You obviuosly have an agenda, but have of yet not shared it with the rest of us.

The company line is as you stated...no claims made. CYA...monavie plays by the rules. But if you opened your mind a little you might realize that there are people, good people, who have no reason to lie about the changes happening in their lives. Many of these people are not even interested in the buisness opportunity MV offers, so why would they be saying the things they do.
If you really want to see what this product is about (heres a hint...its not curing cancer), then do a little reading..heres a place to start...

http://www.juicedocs.com/docs/Carson_Whitepaper.pdf
http://www.bdww.com/pdf/monavie-schauss.pdf

if so motivated you might want to pick up one of Dr. Perricones books too.

by the way...do you think it makes maybe more sense for a cancer patient to sue an oncologist for prescribing medication that causes all kinds of terrible side effects and has no effect on their condition, or maybe one of the drugs that has been pulled off the market. I bet you think that is ludicrous...

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Posted by: Mr.Gonzalez | July 11, 2007 8:03 PM

More and more medicines and medical break throughs happen every year... and every year we get sicker and fatter as a nation. Why?

Our diets suck and we don't exercise... and because medicine attack symptoms... not the cause. Doctors cut out cancer... patients go back to smoking and eating poorly, etc. The cause was not cured... the symptom was cut out.

There are thousands of studies that show a diet rich in fruits and vegetables lowers your risk of nearly every chronic disease... yet only 5% of Americans eat at least 5 servings of fruit or vegetables per day.

So why not drink ANY nutrient dense fruit juice?

I've heard doctors say... "drinking MonaVie is silly... you should just eat more fruit." Well duh! Yet... 95% of their patients don't listen to them... so why would you tell them NOT to try an alternative... if you're too lazy to buy and eat 5+ fruit servings per day then drink ANY nutrient-dense fruit juice.

The majority of MonaVie's fruit are much more nutrient-dense than the stuff on grocery store shelves. You get approximately 1,000 ORAC per ounce from the fruit in MonaVie (it is not spiked with vitamin C to increase it's ORAC count).

Nutritionist recommend at least 4,000 and up to 7,000 yet most Americans get roughly 1,500 ORAC per day. So... drinking MonaVie makes up the gap.

One college professor found ZERO vitamin C in a batch of oranges he got at his local grocer. While that's probably an extreme case... it goes to show that even fruit eaters are probably not getting enough nutrition.

Trick question:
When will you know that you avoided Alzheimers?

Answer:
Never - you either won't get it or you won't know you have it.

One study found fruit juice drinkers were 76% less likely to get Alzheimers than non-fruit juice drinkers. So you can start drinking OJ or Cranberry juice... which are VERY rich in sugar... or you can drink a much more nutrient-dense fruit juice like MonaVie which is low in sugar.

Oh you say... $45 is too expensive... well, spend $39 to get the Distributor price of $34 per bottle... then stop buying FourBucks... I mean Starbucks... every day and it's paid for.

Work the business (ie recommend MonaVie to others) and start taking tax deductions... those alone might pay for your entire MonaVie costs.

Now, the difference between me and many MonaVie zealots here is that I think you'd greatly increase your health by drinking ANY nutrient-dense fruit juice... so good for you if you drink Noni or Goji or Xango instead. Yes, I think MonaVie is superior (check out my blog for the research) but again... adding ANY nutrient-dense fruit juice to your diet is GOOD FOR YOU!!!! How can you possibly argue that?

Well... many do... and guess what... Alzheimers, Diabetes, Cancer, heart disease... are all going up. Some dramatically. Alzheimers is projected to increase 350% in the next 40 years.

If you're one of the 5% who does eat a lot of fruit... good for you!!!! If not, MonaVie is a convenient way to add fruit to your diet. Period.

Why slam MonaVie - or ANY other fruit juice or convenient means of adding fruit to your diet?

If you want "proof" and research visit en.wikipedia... type in any disease... then hit Control-F on your keyboard and type in "fruit" or "diet" or "nutrition". Everyone knows a good diet reduces your risk of every disease... what more proof do you need? Eat more fruit... and if you can't or don't want to... drink a nutrient-dense fruit juice.

Posted by: Rob | July 11, 2007 9:58 PM

If you really want to drink the juice, you can get a case on eBay with the buy it now button and free shipping for $100. Why pay $40 to become a distributor just so you can buy cases for their "discounted" price of $140??? What an incredible business opportunity!

The following paragraph is buried at the bottom of every distributor agreement:

When and if I qualify as a MonaVie Distributor, I agree and understand that reports referring to large earnings of successful MonaVie Distributors are neither necessarily typical nor representative of what individual MonaVie Distributors may earn. No one can be guaranteed success as a MonaVie Distributor and not all distributors earn residual income. Furthermore, MonaVie does not recommend that any prospective distributor leave current employment or make any substantive product purchase until such time as their retail business from the sale of products generates steady and significant income.

Want a simple translation?

When Monavie takes my $39, I understand and agree that all the wild success stories that my sponsor told me about are virtual fairy tales and exceptions to the norm. Many people fail outright to make a dime. Don't quit your day job.

Don't fall for the Monavie Scam. If you really want to believe your friend/family member about this magic juice, just buy it on Ebay and spare yourself from getting involved in a legalized pyramid scheme.

Posted by: thedude918 | July 12, 2007 12:38 AM

Dr. Davis, Thank you for your truthful commments.

Mona Vie is a MLM Scam. Some of my friends are deep into it. It is so sad because they don't have disposable income to spend on this flim-flam. And they are inexperienced in the real business world. They believe the hype of Dallin Larsen, Brig Hart,et.al. that MonaVie will ONE DAY reward them with a new Mercedes. I've tried to tell them that Pyramid Schemes don't work. But they choose to believe the hype instead of me. Just to help them get higher on the "leg" I purchased over $1600. worth of juice and gel. I gave them the product to use at the tasting parties. So far I don't think they have profitted at all from this foolishness. And needless to say, I will never see the money again. But at least I can afford to lose the money. I am sure that they are in financial turmoil because they have spent so much time and money on this. I know their wives are asking, "Show me the Money!" There are pastors who are selling mona vie and trying to make extra money. This is sad.

I asked Mona Vie Admin for an accounting of the M.O.R.E. Project. They printed an income statement and a bank balance. But when I asked for a line item expense report they have ignored my request. The people who get involved in MLM and Pyramid Schemes are usually naive people with little business finesse. They just want to believe that these people have the answers to their financial woes. When, in reality, Dallin Larsen, Brig Hart and the upper level people will bail out when the money dries up. The poor schmoes down the leg will never get residual income throughout their retirement years. That is a bogus claim. I think we should be contacting local Prosecutors to get them on the scent of this scam. We need to help our friends who don't know when someone is using the name of the Lord to pitch a scam. Wonder what the Lord thinks of that. I know what I think. I'd be worried!!!

Let's keep this going and boot them out. Mona Vie is being sold on Ebay and Amazon. Acai juice is available in the grocery store. We need to get local TV stations to inquire about this scam that's moving like a freight train right through the bank accounts of gullible people. Let's get tough with them! Thanks, JAMA

Posted by: JAMA | July 12, 2007 3:38 AM

Im just tire of hearing people saying scam piramyd and all that. This is a product that you are buying for yourself like if you buy it from the store, you are not giving anyone money when you join your just consumer thats it. If you ask me give to give some one 2000.00 dollars for some crapy product and they tell you are going to be rich thats a scam(PIRAMYD). Monavie its only one product 3 diffrent packaging. You can get the Gel the Regular or active. Its not like you have to buy lots of products every month you cant even benefit and your stuck with it. To the doctors that are concern about this product we do not tell people it CURES anything and you all now how good ANTIOXIDENTS and glucosamine are good for , we do not put a gun on people to join or to fake any testimony. Is up to them what they feel. I have Doctors in my downline that have done their tests and feel this is something good they do not prescribe MONAVIE or tell people it CURES, But if they whant to maintain a healthy life style he recomends it. So please mind your own business and im sorry if this product its ruining yours.
Drink it Feel it the Share it.

Posted by: monaviedfw | July 12, 2007 11:16 PM

I must say this entry was an interesting read. You've got a few camps represented: 1) Naysayers who, despite anything said, will either belittle, laugh, jeer or negatively represent anything having to do with this plan, 2) Believers who, despite anything said, will either defensively react to the naysayers or go on and on about how great the product/business oppty is and 3) a few folks who actually take _everything_ at face value, including claims on both sides, and neither automatically accept the benefits of the juice and it's business opportunity, nor accept the knee-jerk reactions of the people who are more interested in showing how you're wrong vs showing any proof.

Most of the naysayers are doing the same thing they warn against - they make a claim with little to no backing. Someone said 99% of active people in an MLM are spending more than making. Didn't see any proof. A 'doctor', whose vested interest may be to continue to prescribe meds that mask symptoms (did you see the recent study about pharmaceutical payments to physicians? http://jama.ama-assn.org/cgi/content/abstract/297/11/1216 is one of them, and even the study hides the real truth, which is that 12,227 payments totallying 2.18m in one state alone (Vermont) went to Dr's. These are PAYMENTs, and don't include the freebies, trips, dinners. I'm not making a stance on the payments; I'm drawing a contrast of vested interest.) There were a few folks who said "Beh, monavie-shmonavie - try my other juice instead!".

However, I did see lots of proof backing the claims of ingesting something with a high ORAC value, and proof backing the benefits of glucosamine, and proof of the 5-fruits-a-day program, and proof of the benefits of the acai berry, etc. Lots of stuff here for the fruit juice itself.

What do you believe? Do you believe naysayers with no proof other than their own negativity? Do you blindly follow people who might have pipe dreams of getting rich off of others? I choose to do neither, and make up my own mind.

I believe the testimonials of friends. I may or may not believe testimonials of people on TV, in an ad, or on the Internet, and in fact I would almost always typically distrust them and be skeptical. But direct friends? I trust them. I see the change. If it's placebo, then it's the cheapest placebo I can think of. The ingestion of fruits is NOT placebo - but I might see how people's pain or maladies might be lessened by the mind.

I signed up yesterday after drinking the juice for a while. I plan on sharing it with others who, as I do, think it's about the juice and the 5 servings of fruit and the benefits we get. I do _not_ plan on trying to convince anyone to sign up, drink the juice or increase my downline for downline's sake. I will likely ask them to try the juice, if they're at all interested. I'm not going to push this down people's throats - I love my friends too much. I've never done MLM, but have been to a few presentations (Equinox Water filters, some Amway when younger) and didn't like the setup. I see MonaVie's setup is mostly MLM in concept, but has a few added twists that make it seem "fixed" rather than a broken system.

I personally think our culture is ready for a healthcare shakeup. I'm not saying MonaVie is the answer, but I know that our country's practice of drugs, side effects, surgeries, insurance companies making decisions, increase of horrible foods in people's diets, and lack of real, live food can't exist forever. I think we're on a trend of actually having good food available, marketing it in a decent direct way, combined with a potential business opportunity, and I want to get ahead of that trend. I know personally that if a few bottles of this show up on my doorstep every month, I'll be drinking it, and I'll be getting my dose. I can't say that for buying the fruits myself and remembering to eat them. But I know I can take a 2oz shot twice a day of a pleasant-tasting juice. I know I sleep better and get up easier. I feel my mind working a little better. That's about it for me so far, and it's good enough.

Posted by: Wayne | July 17, 2007 12:12 AM

Take a look at all the lawsuits these monavie "execs" are involved in.

Did you know that the "real money" is made in selling the "tools". I am referring to the books, tapes, brochures, tshirts, funnel caps,magic decoding rings, whatever they choose to put the MonaVie label on and they SELL it to you, a distributor.

Legitimate companies do not charge their distributors for ANY promotional material.

Once again, I am still waiting for the line item expense report on M.O.R.E. Project. I would be very careful about giving money to them until I find out how much those Project Administrators are being paid in salary and all other compensation. I can't even find out if the M.O.R.E. Project is registered with the Federal Government as a not for profit enterprise. Mona Vie execs don't want to tell us the truth. They want to ride this to the end of the money.

Imagine this, somewhere in a dark, dingy room someone could be slapping the caps and labels on the MonaVie Juice right now. They never show any photos of the facility or equipment they use for sterilizing the bottles or filling and capping the bottles. If they were so great PepsiCo would want them. Bottom Line.

Mona Vie is a cheap scam. Cheap, Cheap Cheap. Run far away!

Oh, by the way, has anyone found any chunks of greasy substance floating at the top of the bottle. I have. And I poured the rest of the bottle down the drain. Marvelous drain cleaner.

Posted by: JAMA | July 17, 2007 2:33 AM

Dr Davis
I have lots of respect for doctors and i do understand the dedication that you all have in orther to finish your practice. With out you guys there will be nothing. I drink MonaVie and has help me alot. But i still go to my PCP that i do respect and admire. We all have to be open to everything in life and i know you are CURIOUS about this MONAVIE. Thats why you come to this Blog. I would like to send an invitation for you to experience for your self, if you havent yet, and get that curiosity out of the way. If it works good if not you will Know. I will give you 1 CASE of MONAVIE FREE for you to put some people on a test or for yourself. That i loose 140 on this deal i dont care i just whant you to see for your self and then comment. Thats a risk im willing to take. Please write back if you would like this challenge, what do you have to loose. A healthy Life hey

Posted by: Live Healthy | July 17, 2007 2:41 AM

Dr Davis
I have lots of respect for doctors and i do understand the dedication that you all have in orther to finish your practice. With out you guys there will be nothing. I drink MonaVie and has help me alot. But i still go to my PCP that i do respect and admire. We all have to be open to everything in life and i know you are CURIOUS about this MONAVIE. Thats why you come to this Blog. I would like to send an invitation for you to experience for your self, if you havent yet, and get that curiosity out of the way. If it works good if not you will Know. I will give you 1 CASE of MONAVIE FREE for you to put some people on a test or for yourself. That i loose 140 on this deal i dont care i just whant you to see for your self and then comment. Thats a risk im willing to take. Please write back if you would like this challenge, what do you have to loose. A healthy Life hey

Posted by: Live Healthy | July 17, 2007 2:42 AM

The way to get healthy is NOT to drink Monavie juice. Monavie juice is a blend of fruit juices (mostly non-organic) that is pateurized, have preservatives, and emulsifiers. It is not the same as eating whole raw fruits (preferably organic) that have the proper vitamins, minerals, nutrients, anti-oxidents, and enzymes. Monavie juice is processed (we don't know how), bottled and stored for long periods of time (while the juice degrades). As for the business of Monavie , it is a complete SCAM - stay away from it. Over 99% of the distributors do not make money. In fact, making money is based almost entirely on recruiting other distributors in a classic endless chain instead of profiting from selling the product. Watch out and go to this link to find out more about MLM SCAMS like Monavie. http://pyramidschemealert.org/PSAMain/home.html

Posted by: Frank | July 17, 2007 7:13 PM

I found some greasy fruit in another bottle of Mona Vie today. But I don't care because I love all the money I'm making. I'm so rich from my down line! I never thought a scam would work so fast. They keep on trying to sell me the tapes but I don't use that. I make my down line buy them and give them to people. Then the people buy juice and gel and I get paid for doing absolutely nothing. Just this week I earned $10,000. Its just the best job I have even done. I never thought I could afford a Corvette and a Porsche but my girlfriend is getting a red corvette from me next week. And its all from Mona Vie. I hope I get my Mercerdes pretty soon. I'm going to be a diamond very soon. Good luck to you and keep on signing up people and selling the juice and tapes. You will get rich like me too. I hope they put me on the speaking tour because it would be fun to travel and have my expenses paid. I love this job! You will too.

Posted by: LaMont Hoisington | July 17, 2007 11:48 PM

I am breastfeeding my twin boys. I drink Mona Vie while feeding them because they are hungry all the time. Is it safe to do this? From everything I've heard I think it would be good nourishment for them. Has anyone else had experience with this? Thanks bunches.

Posted by: Kristi Stolzferk | July 18, 2007 2:52 AM

http://monavieisascam.blogspot.com/

Posted by: RN | July 19, 2007 12:08 PM

MonaVie message: I-T-S ing!? Pure Jabberwocky! I just arrived from the UK and my first night here I was "invited" to a "tasting party". Well, it was a heavy hitting, high pressure,guilt laden, and gimmick trickery to convince people that they "could survive forever on the juice". The fellow who was leading the show was quite smooth in his presentation. He gave away free product and told people they could replace it when they get their first order. He told us we could not possibly get all the proper nutrients from eating fresh, whole, certified organic fruits and vegetable. What puffery! When I heard the price for this bottle of fruit juice I burst out laughing. And then you have to pay dearly to get the glass bottles shipped to you. Are all Americans this naive? I wondered if there was a candid camera somewhere. I think this I-T-S ing party will be the highlight of this visit. A room full of gullible people believing every word this chap had to say. Monty Python could have had some great fun with this concept. It's a shame that companies can run this Ponzi type business while the legal system sits by and does nothing to protect the innocent. To answer your question, after I saw the juice poured into a pretty little sipping glass I noticed something floating in it. I did not sample and I most definitely did not purchase or sign up to be the UK Distributor! How utterly absurd and pathetic.

Posted by: Nigel Buss | July 19, 2007 3:33 PM

My husband and I are MonaVie distributors. We love the nutritional benefits it provides for our family! If you have children, you know just how difficult it is to get them to eat their suggested servings of fruits and vegetables. If anyone is interested in purchasing MonaVie and/or becoming a distributor go to our website http://www.mymonavie.com/healthydrinking or e-mail us at healthydrinking@sbcglobal.net

Posted by: Maria | July 19, 2007 7:34 PM

I think everyone is just ridiculous first of all find 4 four people with ailments to try monavie if it doesn't work for them don't sell it. If it does its worth $45 and I agree its sort of weird that they add 18 other fruits that reduce the concentration of the berry doesn't make sence to me but if it works it works. Don't take advice from anyone who hasn't gone through trail and error concerning the product.
Next conserning this whole mlm thing there is no such thing as an mlm scam the main reason most people don't get the best start in there network marketing business like I like to call it is $$$money. Next if the downline can out due the upline how is it a pyrimid sceme
ceo
VP
Borad members
Managers
Supervisors
Emplyee(this is where most of us are)

Draw a tryangle around it and what do you get. OH all of a sudden reality kicks in. There are alot of oppurtunites out there everyone hold fast to your dreams only you can kill them remember God wants us all to prosper not to be filthy rich but prosper. Keep a clear good mind or one of these bafoons writing these messages will cause you to question your ability to control you own life. For God sakes live a little.

Cheers.

Posted by: Quixtar and Manovie distributer | July 22, 2007 1:01 AM

Dear JAMA,

Please let us know where to find the lawsuits that Monavie execs are involved in. I'm very interested in reading about them. Thank you.

Posted by: Frank | July 22, 2007 1:49 AM

I love MonaVie. Does anybody know how I can learn to sell it? It is such a wonderful product for ailing people. Thank you and God Bless.

Posted by: Churchy | July 25, 2007 3:42 AM

I have scanned this very, very long blog for any mention whatsoever of the deceptive marketing tactics of MonaVie, and I have yet to find one. This company is a complete sham- and they are scamming every consumer they reach out to about the so-called MORE Project.

I do professional PR for a living and never have I seen such empty spin in all my life, with no substance whatsoever about HOW the MORE project is helping the poor. Why are none of the poor people being helped by the MORE Project interviewed in any of the multiple videos on the company's website? Why are the "sanitized videos" of company talking heads putting everything they say about the charity in the future tense "our goals, our hopes, our objectives, over time, we will be," etc while they are begging for direct monetary donations?

Why? Because they cannot be honest and forthright about their true and hidden agenda- to spread Mormonism and their conservative Christian views across the globe under the false guise of spreading health to all, while duping tons of unsuspecting, well-meaning people along the way who are busting their butts for a chance at the promised wealth and material prosperity they will never achieve.

Frankly, I don't care to dispute the healing powers of the acai berry or MonaVie- the real issue for me is that this whole company seems to be a cover for the few Mormon men who created it to rake in the big bucks to "proselytize" to the poverty-stricken Brazilians. Their videos even talk of bibles in their education programs, and parenting classes for the poor parents in the slums, etc... they have an unbelievably paternalistic view toward the poor who need their help. It's insulting or should be to anyone with a conscience and true concern for creating economic opportunities that truly lift people out of poverty without requiring them to sell their souls to the Christians in order to be saved. This stuff is SCARY, plain and simple, in my humble opinion.

The MonaVie website is chock full of testimonials by all white men and couples- and it is hardly representative of the racial and ethnic diversity around the globe. Check it out for yourself: the MORE Project website has videos of all white men,references to God, evil, the Bible, etc.. with a few blonde women thrown in for good measure. The programs are all geared toward "the poor people in the slums of Brazil whose poverty is a result of their lack of a father in the home and the evils of the drug trade, etc. etc.

I am convinced that this MLM scheme is just a huge moneymaker for these few Mormon couples in Utah who are driven with religious fervor and zealotry to impose their bigoted and chauvinistic family values on the most vulnerable poor in Brazil. All of the distributors are just being dragged along to do the heavy lifting to make these Mormons rich.

Steer clear of MonaVie if you have any shred of a social conscience- these guys - and yes they are nearly all a bunch of white conservative Christian guys- are absolute con artists who are exploiting the very people they claim to be helping by using their plight as a cover for their conversion agenda and moneymaking scheme.

If they are lying through their teeth about the MORE Project's true activities, then why on earth would you trust them to be honest about what's inside the bottle and what it can do for you?

Posted by: MarinKat | July 27, 2007 4:32 AM

IS IT A SCAM? = I ordered 12 cases and they got home in 2 days... 2 weeks into the business I did not only recovered my investment... but made over $100...In only 2 weeks.

IS IT A PYRAMID? = I am already in a higher position than my sponsor...

DO YOU HAVE TO PUT SOME INTITIAL EFFORD INTO THE BUSINESS? = Would you get paid in ANY job if you don't do the work?

IS IT A PLACEBO? = My friend had an accident and had to wear a brace on his chest because of it... was on 2 pain meds a day, and couldn't pick up his 2 year old son or play outside with him.. 3 weeks drinking MonaVie - no more brace, no more pills and is able to play with his son with no problems... I COULD TESTIFY TO THIS BECAUSE I SAW IT...

WOULD EVERYONE HAVE THE SAME RESULTS? = Impossible... everyone has a different issue. Monavie is NOT a medicine, Monavie is NOT a medicine, Monavie is NOT a medicine... Did I mention that Monavie is NOT a medicine? it does not CURE... YOUR BODY CURES ITSELF WITH ASSISTANCE FROM THE MONAVIE INGREDIENTS.

BTW, it is a very poor tactic to give bad criticism to a product just to advertise another...

The "Doctors" who are posting their 'comments' sound a bit scared to loose some business... and they have a reason. I have been going to the chiropractor for over 2 years, with no results. I tried MonaVie because I was tired of paying $10 co-pay- 3 times a week...that's $30. (Monavie is $20 in wholesale), and it actually works.

Bottom line:
Chiropractor = $30 a week
Pain Medicine = $14
Fiber Supplement = $ 12
Snoring Aid = $26

MONAVIE… PRICELESS….

Posted by: Jeannette | July 27, 2007 6:40 PM

Well said MarinKat. Next thing will be a photo op with Mitt Romney holding up the purple bottle.

I'm surprised they printed your statement. MANY of my pointed questions have been rejected.

Carry on! JAMA

Posted by: JAMA | July 27, 2007 11:58 PM

TO Frank et al.

Utah is the home of MLM. Federal Court Documents referred to are from U.S. District Court, District of Utah.

Case #2:2006cv00440
Date Filed 06/01/2006
Monarch Health Sciences v Corkin etal.

And

Case#2:2006cv00537
Date Filed 07/05/2006
Corkin etal. v Monarch Founders etal.

Basically, the Court Documents appear to declare that Charles Corkin, Mary Averill Corkin and AVCOR Enterprises, Inc. a Colorado corporation have filed suit against Monarch Founders,LLC
Dallin Larsen, Henry Marsh,Charles Brink, Randy Larson(en) and Amy Cowley

In return Monarch Health Sciences has filed suit against Corkin etal.

There's literally hundreds of pages of documents on file in the Federal Court House in Utah and in some places, electronically. The Counter suit appears to be unresolved and still in the discovery process.

I have no bone to pick with these people except that they sometimes appear to be stating "unbelievable" abilities to drink our way to health and wealth. Please. Don't insult my hard-working friends any longer. They believe that the MonaVie exec, diamonds, etc. walk on water and then drive on water in their Black Mercedes! If these Execs had a backbone they would stop the manipulation. There are other diamond execs who are being looked at too. I just need to re-check my sources.

There is an interesting and revealing white paper "Multi-Level Marketing and Mormonism", written by Bob McCue on May 15, 2003. I think you can find it in a search engine. Good Luck to all.JAMA

Posted by: JAMA | July 28, 2007 1:14 AM

They say they speak of love. But they appear to have no heart.

These last two comments from JAMA will probably not be published. But you already knew that, didn't you Frank???!
JAMA

Posted by: JAMA | July 28, 2007 1:18 AM

In a crucial development that could rock the entire multi-level marketing business, a class action lawsuit has been filed on January 10, 2007 against Quixtar (Amway) charging that the company is running an illegal pyramid scheme.

The charges against Amway/Quixtar go to the very heart of the company's business practices and most other multi-level marketing (MLM) schemes', that there is no retail "direct selling" opportunity, only an endless chain recruitment program.

The suit is based on the very same charges that the Federal Trade Commission has brought against Equinox, SkyBiz and other MLMs that regulators shut down. The suit charges that the Quixtar program – based upon selling products to recruits "for personal use", then authorizing them to recruit others to do the same while requiring or incentivizing them to maintain quota levels of monthly purchases, and then rewarding them in a multi-level compensation system – is a fraud. The suit also attacks Quixtar's infamous "tools" business as a second pyramid scheme perpetrated on new recruits. The "tools" scheme was exposed in a 2004 special report on NBC Dateline.

Using Quixtar's own payout data a report published by Pyramid Scheme Alert has shown that 99% of all Quixtar recruits never earn any profit. In the report, "The Myth of MLM Income Opportunity," the 99% loss rate was shown to be caused by the pyramid recruitment model and the lack of retail sales, not the "failure" of the recruits.

See more in the following link. http://pyramidschemealert.org/PSAMain/news/AmwaySuedasPyramidScheme.html

It's just a matter of time when MONAVIE will suffer the same fate because it is a SCAM and a FRAUD.

Posted by: Frank | July 28, 2007 8:43 PM

Ok, look. all you "Doctors" should give back your degrees.. you are all saying "its just fruit. not medicine" check it out.. not since the invention of atibiotics has any drug cured anything!! they just mask symptoms. is it possible that you want to keep your patients buying these drugs so you stay in buisness?? now before you get your panties in a bunch I am not suggesting that people through there medications away or stop taking them, of course not. it is possible that they now depend on them. No, this juice is not a medicine, it is juice from nature. everything we need to feed this amazing thing that is the human body can be found in nature on this planet. The human body is designed to heal itself but needs proper nutrition to do so. I heard some where that a lot of people that die of specific diseases are acutlay caused from malnutrition because the food we now eat is lacking for many reasons. I don't know if that is true but I wouldn't be besurprised if there is some truth to it.
From what I can tell Monavie juice could be an easy way to get the nutriants we need.
I think the main reason people are so negative against any product that may be a healthy option is because it is taking away from what they might have to offer, whether it is another product or a life time of perscriptions.
Now, as for the pymamid thing.. look at your "Job" is there one or two people at the top making all the money while you and your coworkers do all the work with a fraction of the income??? is that not a "pyramid" ?? this company chose to bring there product to market vie a Network marketing becase 1. it is the most powerful type of marketing (word of mouth) 2. they want to build relationships with people. what is wrong with that??
3. non of you have mentioned the M.O.R.E. project that is helping the people of the amazon and saving a lot of the rainforest.
this company puts millians of dollars back into the local area to help the people.

thank you for your time.

Posted by: lenny | August 1, 2007 12:32 AM

Lenny, Your comments are troubling. There are other drugs and devices and procedures, in addition to antibiotics, which offer a cure for many disease processes.

Very few doctors, even though they are lobbied heavily by pharmaceutical companies prescribe drugs just for the sake of making money from investments in pharmaceuticals. Medical Doctors are closely watched and monitored by the DEA for malfeasance. Doctors have to account to government agencies and insurance company investigators for the drugs they prescribe. Being an M.D. and having a prescription pad is not a secret way for doctors to make money. 99.9% of medical professionals work long and hard to earn their credentials. Then they take the Hippocratic Oath. It is very serious. And perhaps 1/10th of 1% are willing to risk their career on prescribing foolish and worthless meds. But it is up to the patient to be a wise consumer. If you don't trust your doctor, find another one. There are lots of them. And if you are on State Welfare you may qualify for free medical care. Such a deal! Regarding Item #2: You actually think these Black Diamond Execs, Dallin Larsen and his comrades want to develop personal relationships with you or anybody else? Excuse me, but LOL LOL LOL! All they want is for more people like you to purchase distributorships and sign up people on their downlines. All they want is for more people like you to spend lots of money on special "Sales Tools" to help them make believers of naive business people. They claim that if you bring them to the meeting they will convince them to join. They are in if for the money. Read about Mormons and Multi Level Marketing. Utah is the home of Mormonism and MLM. They teach MLM in the business department at Brigham Young University. The Mormon Church uses MLM principles to pressure people to join and remain in the Mormon Church. These people do not give a mouse's behind about whether you find God, whether you're saved, or whether you choke on your MonaVie Gel. THEY WANT YOUR MONEY! That is it.
Multi Level Marketing IS pyramid marketing. That is a fact. Multi Level Marketing should not be confused with Direct Marketing which is a legitimate form of marketing and sales. But MLM is a scam. And usually people end up in front of the Attorney General before all is said and done.
Sorry to burst your bubble about your new found "friends". But it's better that you find out now rather than while you're waiting and wondering why you just barely miss qualifying for the black mercedes, time after time. Item #3 is based on what information? I have repeatedly requested complete disclosure on the M.O.R.E. Project. Not just the income statement but a line item expense report also. They have blocked me from the MonaVie Blog because of the pointed questions I have asked. I've also written to them with concern about how the product is bottled, processed. Is the plant sanitary? No answer.

So for you I have a special offer: I have a case of 8 bottles of MonaVie Active and a Distributor Kit which I will sell to you. Let me know what it's worth to you and I will ship it to you. I am bailing out. But good luck if you insist on following blindly until the money well dries up. JAMA

By the way, the acai berry is not the only product from Brazil. Coffee Beans, and illegal drugs are big cash crops too. Oh, I forgot child prostitution. So that is why I am interested in the M.O.R.E. Project to see where and how the money is being spent. Is it being spent on first class airline tickets and 5 star hotels in Rio De Janeiro? Why won't they disclose their expenses? That is a legitimate question and I expect to get an answer.

Posted by: JAMA | August 3, 2007 3:02 AM

Has anyone found dead bugs in their MonaVie Juice?

Posted by: JAMA | August 4, 2007 2:26 PM

Great news to you juice drinkers. I just went to COSTCO. They've done it again. The store has acai juice in chilled, sealed plastic bottles. It's a mixture of juices and purees. It tastes wonderful. And it costs $5/Qt. as opposed to $39. plus shippling for a glass bottle. You need to check it out. There are lots of healthy natural juice blends, chilled, ready to go at COSTCO. It's such a relief because I don't have to pay that high price any more and I can just get what I need at COSTCO when I buy my other groceries. You need to check it out. No more Mona Vie rip off prices.

Posted by: Berrynuts | August 7, 2007 10:19 PM

Why I drink MonaVie.

We tried it for my daughters Kidney Pain that was a result of a bad kidney infetion that permanently scarred her kidneys and she had chornic pain for the last 5 years.
Another friend of the family who had a similar condition tried it and it gave her great relief from pain.

So we tried it as a family,
I did not feel any different right away, but my daughters kidney pain went away after 3 days and has not been back except when we ran out!

The first change I really saw was a reduction in my appetite. I have lost 35 lb since April and after about 4 bottles I noticed that my knee (L) was not feeling the same. I had torn the cartilige in it back in November, had an MRI done in February and was diagnosed with a " lateral tear of the miniscus and arthritis"
As I said, after 4 bottles my knee started to feel "thick" like there was molasses in the joint. The pain was still there but it definetly felt different. About 2 weeks after that started, I got up one morning and went to the bathroom and was standing at the sink when I realized I had not limped and was not in pain and my knee was fully extended!

I cannot speak for anyone but MY FAMILY, but it has worked for us.
As to science and cancer... here is an excerpt from THE AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY"S Complete guide.....
Antioxidants What are antioxidants, and what do they have to do with cancer? The body appears to use certain nutrients in vegetables and fruits to protect against damage to tissues that occurs constantly as a result of normal metabolism (oxidation). Because such damage is linked with increased cancer risk, the so-called antioxidant nutrients are thought to protect against cancer. Antioxidants include vitamin C, vitamin E, carotenoids, and many other phytochemicals (chemicals from plants). Studies suggest that people who eat more vegetables and fruits, which are rich sources of antioxidants, may have a lower risk for some types of cancer.
Thats from the bottom of page 8

Why should we eat more fruit and vegetables?
" Because consuming vegetables and fruits reduces cancer risk" Pg 13

They even list 100% fruit juice as an easy way to get a broad spectrum of colors and different phytonutrients.

They reccomend that all of us eat at least 5 servings of fruits AND vegetables each day, I was not... are you?
So bottom line, It's fruit, fruit is good for you
It's easy, (just drink it)

It's not that expensive. ( price Starbucks by the quart)
We waste more money on pizza than on a case of juice per month.

My knee, my wife's knees ?( she is an RN)
My Daughters kidneys,
My wasitline...all have had positive changes since starting to drink this stupid juice!

Others can do what they want, we will keep drinking it.
DON"T TAKE MY WORD FOR IT!!!
go to The American Cancer Society's website and just count how many times they say "eat more fruit"
we could not get a reliable supply so we became distributors ( got a cheaper price too!) and now our juice is free!

seven seven oh four eight zero nine one nine zero.
I hope you and yours have a happy and healthy life!

Posted by: Steve Singleton | August 8, 2007 6:13 PM

I don't doubt that the acai berry has a high level of antioxidants in it, and that anti oxidants are good for our health. In fact, acai berry juice is sold at Whole Foods and many other health food stores.

However, I am concerned that MONA VIE CONTAINS SODIUM BENZOATE--a man-made, chemical preservative that has recently been subject to several studies linking it with cancer (sodium benzoate is also found in Coca-Cola and other beverages--not organic ones I might add). So, although this product may contain organic acai berries, this product would never meet the USDA organic requirements.

In addition, no one has provided a breakdown of the vitamin content/levels in Mona Vie (i.e. How much Vitamin A does it contain?. Furthermore, why does this "all natural" product, Mona Vie, contain preservatives.

Posted by: Teresa | August 8, 2007 6:27 PM

Re the earlier references to sodium benzoate in Mona Vie, this may be of interest:
http://www.health-report.co.uk/acai.htm

Snippet:

"To further compound the situation, most of the drinks made from Acai berry for commercial exploitation, are reconstituted from Acai concentrate, thereby destroying much of the inherent beneficial nature of the berry due to pasteurization and the manufacturing processes the ingredients go through. Often flavours and preservatives, sodium benzoate/benzoic acid are added to allow the product to keep for indefinite periods which may cause their own problems due to the formation of carcinogenic benzene in hot bottled preparations. More modern cold bottling as carried out by better manufacturers does not create the same environment for benzene to form. See our recommended cold bottled product

Oftentimes actual mgs of active ingredient, anthocyanins, in a whole bottle of liquid Acai juice may be far less than what the average person would consume by eating 20 or 30 red grapes. Before consuming liquid health drinks, you need to be sure that the manufacturing process hasn't resulted in the formation of benzene. A reputable company using cold bottling techniques should be able to supply independent lab test results to verify their product is benzene free or at least under the acceptable official guidelines for benzene contamination in health drinks."

Ran into a MV distributor at an antiques flea market last week (he kept his day job selling vintage odds and ends). The sales pitch---for the retail $45 bottles---sounded like many of the posts here. He even had a promo DVD on hand...

There are some very useful links in this blog...helpful in sorting through the hype.

Posted by: twm | August 9, 2007 2:02 AM

To see the effects of the additives and preservatives that are in Monavie bottles and gels go to mlmblog at

http://www.mlmblog.net/2007/03/illegal_monavie.html

and scroll to Frank's post of August 7, 2007 at 10:21PM. Also, review Frank's post of August 12, 2007 at 11:09AM regarding Monavie's product liability responsibility as it pertains to potential customer claims and lawsuits.

Posted by: Jim | August 13, 2007 2:43 AM

I have been with Monavie for 12 days now. When I was first told by a friend that he had an amazing opportunity for me and it was in network marketing I was very supprised. This friend of mine is a very successful commercial real estate broker and had never previously said anything good about MLM'S. He went on to mention the people that introduced him to this biz were some other friends of ours that own several businesses including a franchise (not as a frenchisee but the whole corporation)you can find in half the malls in America. When these friends of mine give me investment inforation I usualy listen. Besides if my wife and I were to go out for a night on the town I would probably spend more than the $180 he was asking for. So I gave him my information over the phone and set up a meeting for a couple days later. We then satdown and discussed the product the compensation plan and his plan. I was in. However if it were not for the upline that I personaly have and thier aggressive plan, I would have let this one pass me by like I had with Quikstar and Excel. To tell you the truth I am not ever very interested in MLM products. People will buy just about anything esecialy in an MLM. Not to say that the juice is insignificant, the testamonials I have read have been very interesting and almost completely posative. But what got me realy interested was the bi-lateral structure and its ability to grow extremely fast. This structure is a far more aggressive structure than any other I have seen. Once again the ambition and track-records of the guys I am working with is my single true reason for becoming a Monavie distributor, however the product seems good as well and the comensation and biz structure is what will do the trick. So here are my current testamonies; I am 12 days in, my compensation sits at $230 initial cost to me was $184, I am up $47. The best income I have heard of from someone I have known befor they were part of Monavie, he had just rounded his 60 day mark and last weeks income was $1700. Remember these are highly motivated successful people and probably doesn't reflect the average distributors numbers. As far as the product goes we are all experiencing better sleep and more energy, with a couple dramatic testimonies. My wife has had a significant decrease in irritation from a chronic intestinal problem and another friend of mine has has a dramatic drop in blood-pressure. I speek only from personal expierience and of the experiences of those I have known and trusted for years. Believe it or not, makes no differance to me. Good luck to everyone who is working hard to accomplish something new. proformance6@hotmail.com

Posted by: Jeremy Lapham | August 14, 2007 6:13 PM

Mona Vie is still available on EBAY. It is cheaper than ever because whoever is selling it is buying direct from the factory/warehouse so they get a huge bulk discount and no shipping charge. If Dallin Larsen wanted to know who this is all he would have to do is check the sales records of his own company. Oh, wait, maybe he's selling it on EBAY!

Posted by: Berrynuts | August 14, 2007 6:19 PM

Hello everyone Good to be back here. Time goes fast since my last post, waooooo what an amazing summer. It has been incredible with this opportunity, guys im so exited and thank full for the person that brought me in. We are just moving up very fast. My god talk about extra income, i just read a few post and i dont understand why people talk so many things they dont even know. I have never seen such an honest opportunity and to be able to help others, its a blessing. I have to admit that it has not been easy but we stayed committed,and patient and we are seen results. To all the new distributors coming along Dont guet frustrated with the negative coments, this company its going to be here for while and now that im traveling all over the country i bet on that. That people dont make money? hey im a average person that has never network and im guetting paid pretty good money. For the not believers theres still plenty of time comon on board and youll see what im talking about, if not keep working on your full time that might not guet you anywhere. Before i leave i like to tell you a story from a new monavie distributor that just join my organization.
A very succesful women worked 30 for the major bank as an executive and she is supposet to retire on december. With the bad news came that there will be some changes in the office that she is working that does not entitle her to receive full benefits because her branch will be sold. SO YOUR TELLING ME THAT THE ONLY WAY TO MAKE A LIVING ITS DOING IT THE NORMAL WAY GIVE ME A BREAK. In life we have to take some risks and if we dont do it we can end up like that. Keep the hope, keep the dream and it will happen. Till next time God Bless.

Posted by: monaviedfw | August 19, 2007 2:31 AM

Finished reading the entire list of entries. Fascinating!

I, too, am curious about the actual breakdown of ingredients in Monavie. Read Peter's post of 11/1/06 indicating Monavie is 60% acai berry. Saw another post indicating it's approx. 16-20% acai berry. I have not found ANY site indicating the actual %'s. Does anyone REALLY know??

One last point: Just came from Ebay. IF true, one can bid on a case of Monavie Active that has a current bid for $66 a case WITH free shipping--you have a little over 2 hours left to do so. The lowest wholesale price I was told by a distributor is $22 per bottle. How the person marketing it for the price I saw is most curious. Perhaps when the time is up it won't be sold because the price is too low...

Be well, all!
devonlad

Posted by: Al | August 20, 2007 12:57 AM

I think Mona Vie Juice should be on display at the National Natural Products Trade Show. I can't figure out why bo one has done it yet. Would anyone be interested in joining me in a booth. I think we could sign up tons of distributors. I'm determined to get my MonaVie Motor Home. Write back on this blog. Thanks

Posted by: Kristi Stolzferk | August 20, 2007 11:52 PM

Why won't MonaVie tell us how many people have been given Motor Homes and Mercedes? That's the goal we're reaching for. That and residual income from our huge legs. I can't wait but when will it happen. I keep signing people up and going to tasting parties. I'm active and qualified but they seem to be holding back my pay. I do not understand. Has anyone else had this problem. I know they (Monarch) are involved in so many law suits. They probly can't pay all the lawers fees. Just my luck.

Posted by: Jorge Mercato | August 20, 2007 11:57 PM

so a cousin of mine is trying to get me to sign up to be a distributor... he swears its an honest way to make money, and that its a good product. after reading this blog, im getting mixed reviews.
here is what i think...
yea, its just juice. yea, its expensive. i don’t know that i would want to pay $45 for a bottle of juice. BUT... fruit IS good for you. growing up, I’m sure everyone's parents always made them eat your fruits and veggies.
I’m no dr, or scientist, or whatever… but i believe that eating enough fruits and veggies that is recommended, you will feel better. some fruits/veggies help with some conditions, or helps to prevent others. LIKE carrots help with vision, or I’ve heard that “An Apple a Day May Keep Alzheimer's Away” or I’ve read somewhere that banana gives an instant, sustained and substantial boost of energy
so, if you don’t want to pay $45 for a bottle of juice, FINE
BUT don’t say that Monavie is not good for you. Obviously some juices that are loaded with added sugar isn’t GREAT for you. But to my knowledge, Monavie is not loaded with any added sugar. So, I may try a bottle. I probably wont sell it (unless I see a HUGE difference in how I feel, then I will scream its praises off of my rooftop). I now don’t get the fruit/veggie intake I should, so how can it hurt?
AND if I don’t see a huge difference in how I feel, then I’m done.
And I’ll start eating bananas and apples or something!

Posted by: confused | August 22, 2007 11:27 PM

Boy you spend an awful lot of your time finding fault with Monavie. Must not have that much going on with quixtar. By the way to the comments that there are no double blind studies as to the health claims and monavie. Double blind studies take two years. Monavie is now two and a half years old. Guess what??? The studies are in!!!!!!!!! They will be published in the medical journals this fall! Hold onto to your matrix Quixtar...your about to be blown away!

Posted by: William | August 23, 2007 3:07 AM

If you think Monavie juice is good for you, then buy it on EBay for a cheaper price and release yourself from this pyramid scam of endless recruitment and autoship. However, I think that the Monavie juice is a very bad product that is additive-filled, pesticide-filled, pasteurized, fiberless, degraded blend of mostly non-organic fruits (some obtained overseas where standards are lax) of which some fruits may be genetically modified, where 16 of the 19 fruits are juiced from concentrate. That’s NOT something that I would recommend to anyone, especially pregnant women and children.

Here’s my recommendation and close to perfect as humanly possible for a blended product:

The most nutritious way to eat fruits and vegetables is when they are Whole, Fresh, Ripe, Raw, and Organic. And more important to your health is for you to eat more vegetables than fruits. Vegetables (especially leafy greens – with lots of chlorophyll) are the most nutritious foods in nature (more so than fruits). Given the above, buy yourself a good Blender (Vitamix is one of the best on the market). The reason I say Vitamix is because it liquefies the mixture to almost juice consistency. Vitamix, for a long time, has been the blender of choice for vegetarians. Click on http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?from=R40&_trksid=m37&satitle=vitamix&category0= to view Vitamix blenders on EBay.

Now that you have the Blender, you can quickly make Whole, Fresh, Ripe, Raw, and Organic blend of not only fruits but also vegetables. In addition, you can add organic Acai powder or liquid, or a product called AcaiRaw which is organic frozen raw Acai puree. This way you will save money and you’ll be drinking a whole, fresh, organic, and nutritious drink, full of fiber and seeds of both fruits AND vegetables, as opposed to drinking that old Monavie fruit juice (not a whole food and full of preservatives and additives) that’s been stored on the shelf for months.

By making your own drink, you are controlling the whole process. You don’t have to worry about a possible Monavie defective product due to some processing error by Monavie where the juice has been contaminated by some toxic chemical, foreign matter or foreign object. Something to think about before you go drinking it or recommending it to anyone, especially your friends and loved ones.

Of course, the above recommendation, won’t sit well with you distributors (and your upline) who want to make money with Monavie (99% don't). However, look at it this way – you may have found a way for you and your loved ones to be healthier without being scammed or scamming someone else.

Posted by: Frank | August 23, 2007 2:23 PM

I think MonaVie should raise the price of the Juice. People always pay more for something that they think is rare and special. The acai berry is rare and special and it gives us a way to be healthy and to have vast wealth that lasts for years and years. It means that we could earn more money to!

Posted by: Colonel Angus | August 23, 2007 5:06 PM

There are now 119 different individuals selling monavie on Ebay. Last week ther were approximately 70. What a sham!

Posted by: Berrynuts | August 25, 2007 3:41 PM

I was introduced to Monavie by a friend and I just signed up to get him off my back. Then I suddenly noticed all the electricity and then I started to look at who was signed up in my upline. This was a group of Doctors and professionals. People who would not put their reputation on the line for a gimmick or a quick buck. Forget about the riches around Monavie, this is about the health. So I started taking it and now I am a life long customer. Anytime you get a customer to commit to something for a lifetime you know you have a great product. Everybody I signed up who has taken the product for a month is also a customer for life. Sometimes in life, we have an opportunity to make a change. Some people are open to change and some are not. If you don't want anything to do with Monavie; trust me, it will just be a matter of time. Remember, somebody probably gave you a bottle because they actually cared about you. For some it is about the money, for some it is about sharing a secret with others.

Posted by: Rich | August 27, 2007 4:41 PM

Monavie distributors, you are a pathetic and sad bunch who have been transformed into robotic souls from this Monavie pyramid scheme. Monavie was started by a bunch of devious owners who were trying to make MILLIONS through the collective transfer of money from lowly distributors like you, and to deceive people into believing that their degraded pesticide-filled concoction is so special.

Do you know how many companies are out there trying to peddle an Acai juice via an MLM pyramid scheme? There are plenty and here is a starting list:

Monavie - Acai
Bazi - Acai
Cheia Vida – Acai
Fruta Vida – Acai
Acai Plus

This is just a list that took me 5 minutes to compile from the internet. It doesn’t include any other MLM juice company for Noni, Mongosteen, Goji and any other “health drink” MLM. Nor does it include any non-MLM drink company. What I’m trying to show is that competition is fierce in this juice business to a point of oversupply. A lot of these new juice MLMs that just entered the market are saturating the market even more, making it 100% probability that you will NOT make a profit.

Get out of this dirty business and stop recruiting these unsuspecting souls who will never make any money. Sit down and think about what you’re doing – you’re recruiting for the sake of recruiting. You guys have lost all sensible and reasonable judgment. I don’t know if I should cry for you or laugh at you.

Posted by: Frank | August 28, 2007 2:03 PM

While the ORAC score of the freeze-dried Acai powder is high at 1027 per gram, the ORAC score for the Monavie juice after processing drops precipitously to 39 per gram (got this info via email from Monavie). It even drops further after it is stored on the shelf because the juice degrades further to an unknown level (Monavie has not released this information, it must be very low).

Monavie is playing a deceitful game with the ORAC score by telling everyone that the freeze-dried acai has a high ORAC value of 1027 without publishing juice ORAC score after storage.

My recommendation would be to blend your own organic fresh juice made with Acai freeze-dried powder and other fruits and leafy veggies. Then you know you’re getting a high ORAC score for your kitchen blend and you control the mixture without worrying about potential defective juice or juice recall from Monavie.

Posted by: Frank | August 28, 2007 2:41 PM

Frank, you are stepping right up there and calling it for what it is. Thank you for your insight and honesty. True and sound information.
Berrynuts

Posted by: Berrynuts | August 29, 2007 1:33 AM

MonaVie is the best juice anyone can ever drink. How can something that is helping so many out there with their health and wealth be so bad? If you try it and it doesn't work, then find something that works for you. We all have freedom of choice so choose what works for you. I chose MonaVie because it's made an incredible difference in my life both in health and wealth. To the skeptics and unbelievers out there, I wish you the best in all your endeavours and I'll be happy for you when you find what works for you!

http://www.passion4acai.com

Posted by: RCM | August 30, 2007 7:16 AM

That doctors and other professionals sign up for this should be no surprise as many are out for a buck. If you don't believe that then you need to take a closer look at some of them. I used to go to an allergy doctor who concocted "allergy nose drops" to "cure" most diseases know to man. He was a quack out to make a buck and had a following of people that thought he was a god. Those people were duped as are people with this junk.

Posted by: pathfinder | August 30, 2007 3:48 PM

Hold on Tight Monavie Lovers and Haters as well, because what im about to say will change the way you think about Monavie. Please feel free to check this article about Sumner Redstone, thats right the (Viacom, CBS,) Media Mogul talks about his anti aging secret see for yourself!!! http://money.cnn.com/2007/08/23/news/newsmakers/100172390.fortune/index.htm?postversion=2007082406
I know what the haters are going to say that Monavie pay him for that, let me just Laugh right now, maybe they will come out with another excuse. Well How much money this Billionaire needs to be on a business,none/zip/zero/nada, his in this for the product and he gave a bottle to Bill Clinton waoo. LADIES AND GENTLEMEN ITS TIME YOU REALIZE THIS PRODUCT IS FOR REALLLLLLLL. So be ready distributors cause your business will explode in the next few month. My line has gone crazy the last two weeks faster than when OPRAH talked about Acai in her show. So come and join us before its to late and see for yourself. Just try the product its expensive but man ill spend anything for my health and you can read my previos post for my story. Be patient be ready and keep sahring and God Bless. monaviedfw@yahoo.com

Posted by: monaviedfw | August 31, 2007 2:19 AM

From what I have found, the people on Ebay who are auctioning the product are unloading expired juice. If people want the juice, they should purchase from the company through a reputable distributor.
By the way, Sumner Redstone, head of Viacom and CBS, drinks MonaVie and says he has not had to take a sleeping pill since beginning the juice. This eighty-four-year old man also states he feels like he's 40 and has shared the product with Bill Clinton and Wolfgang Puck among others. Redstone is a billionaire with a reputation to protect.

Posted by: Lisa D. | September 1, 2007 3:32 PM

2 things....I love the argument about being closed minded. There is another saying, "Don't be so open minded your brain falls out!". When it comes down to it, fruit is good for you. You remember the food groups taught to us in grade school back in the 70's? (for those of you my age you should remember) Second, why buy a bottle of this stuff for $45 when I can have a V-8 for a buck fifty? The problem I see that Monavie has it that they are involved in this pyramid deal. If this stuff is sooooo great, why not have it go to a distributor? Like everyone else?

Posted by: Bunzii | September 1, 2007 4:30 PM

If you think that Monavie juice is good for you, then buy it on EBay for a cheaper price and release yourself from this pyramid scam of endless recruitment and autoship. However, I think that the Monavie juice is a very bad product that is additive-filled, pesticide-filled, pasteurized, degraded blend of mostly non-organic fruits (some obtained overseas where standards are lax) of which some fruits may be genetically modified, where 16 of the 19 fruits are juiced from concentrate. That’s NOT something that I would recommend to anyone, especially pregnant women and children.

Here’s my recommendation and close to perfect as humanly possible for a blended product:

The most nutritious way to eat fruits and vegetables is when they are Whole, Fresh, Ripe, Raw, and Organic. And more important to your health is for you to eat more vegetables than fruits. Vegetables (especially leafy greens – with lots of chlorophyll) are the most nutritious foods in nature (more so than fruits). Given the above, buy yourself a good Blender (Vitamix)

Now that you have the Blender, you can quickly make Whole, Fresh, Ripe, Raw, and Organic blend of not only fruits but also vegetables. In addition, you can add organic Acai freeze-dried powder or a product called AcaiRaw which is organic frozen raw Acai puree. This way you will save money and you’ll be drinking a fresh, organic, and nutritious drink of both fruits AND vegetables, as opposed to drinking that old Monavie fruit juice (full of preservatives and additives) that’s been stored on the shelf for months.

By making your own drink, you are controlling the whole process. You don’t have to worry about a possible Monavie defective product due to some processing error by Monavie where the juice has been contaminated by some toxic chemical, foreign matter or foreign object. Something to think about before you go drinking it or recommending it to anyone, especially your friends and loved ones.

Of course, the above recommendation, won’t sit well with you distributors (and your upline) who want to make money with Monavie. However, look at it this way – you may have found a way for you and your loved ones to be healthier.

Posted by: Frank | September 2, 2007 9:44 AM

I know families that are splitting up because MonaVie promises are not real. I know brothers and sisters who will not speak to each other any more because of Mona Vie senseless scheme.
If someone wants to defend Mona Vie just tell me: How many free mercedes have been given away to top distributors? How many motor homes have been given away to top distributors? There are so many lies being spread around. I would also like to see a disclosure of a complete financial statement regarding the M.O.R.E. Project. That needs to include income and "line item expenses". When will the lawsuit between Monarch and the Corkins be disclosed to those of us who have worked so hard to bring success to this business. Monarch and Corkin are locked in a lawsuit that is going to trial. They are sueing each other. Thousands of dollars are being spent on defense. I see a bankruptcy coming down the pike and a sudden stop of downline distributor support. When a postal service employee who earns $35K per year and lives in a tiny house spends approximately $20,000. on Mona Vie for sales tools and bottles "to share" I think that is immoral. Going into greater debt to purchase monavie and the monavie tools when there is apossibility of no reward is immoral. Have a heart and a brain. Leave innocent people alone. Don't promise life long health and wealth. That is wrong. That is giving someone false hope that they can finally have a business of their own and be wealthy like the Harts. It will never happen. That is because the Harts sell "sales tools" not so much the Mona Vie juice. They sell their speeches and appearances and leading statements so well crafted and rehearsed and emotionally stirred up that people start to believe that if they just sign up enought people and sell enough juice they will be like Brig and Lita. That is not likely to happen. Watch for the lawsuit Monarch vs. Corkin and Corkin vs. Monarch. It's happening in Utah right now.

Posted by: Berrynuts | September 2, 2007 3:22 PM

Especially in our litigious society, you Monavie distributors are exposed to third-party lawsuits for any number of reasons, namely if a customer becomes injured from the use of the product, or becomes injured due to a defective product. If that were to happen, Monavie via the Monavie Distributor Policies & Procedures (Section IX, paragraph A) has the responsibility defend the distributor from those claims.

That sounds good on paper. However, Monarch (parent of Monavie) is currently being sued in US District Court in Utah - Case # 2:06cv00537 by former Monarch founding distributors (Charles and Mary Corkin) who were lured (several times and finally accepted) from a lucrative MLM job with Isagenix to come to work for Monarch for top position and monetary promises, and that Monarch would fund and defend any litigation relating to Isagenix brought against the Corkins.

The lawsuit charges breach of contract by Monarch and verbal threats and improper bullying against the Corkins in an attempt to coerce the Corkins into releasing Monarch from its contractual obligations to the Corkins. As an example, in the fall of 2005, Mr. Corkin and Monarch were both parties in a lawsuit with Isagenix, involving an alleged solicitation of Isagenix’s independent distributors. Although Monarch had both a contractual and statutory duty to defend and indemnify Mr. Corkin in connection with this lawsuit, in October 2005, Monarch threatened to settle this matter on Monarch’s behalf only and allow Mr. Corkin to defend himself unless the Corkins agreed, among other things, to release Monarch from the Independent Contractor’s Agreement. Monarch’s threat was made when Monarch knew Mr. Corkin was most vulnerable. Despite this, however, Mr. Corkin refused to release Monarch from its contract with the Corkins. Monarch would eventually enter into a global settlement of the lawsuit but as of this date still refuses to indemnify Mr. Corkin as required by law.

Currently, the lawsuit is in the discovery phase. This shows a deceitful and fraudulent company that will do anything to “drop anyone like a hot potato” if and when a lawsuit is brought against its distributors by any third party. Again I ask - is this all worth it to anyone (especially you, Doc) to jeopardize their careers for an MLM scam and a company who doesn’t care one iota about its distributors except for them to recruit and recruit in an endless chain for the company’s benefit?

You distributors, ask yourselves “would I be able to defend myself (financially and emotionally) against a third-party lawsuit without Monavie’s help, and would I be able to sue Monavie for breach of contract?” Remember lawyers are not cheap. I’ve known people that have gone bankrupt from a lawsuit. Would you want to be put in this predicament for the far-reaching potential of making a few bucks in a pyramid scam like Monavie with a degraded product? You distributors are in a very precarious situation.

Everyone, please rethink your decision to become distributors for this scam of a company. You’re playing with sharks and most of you don’t really know it.

Posted by: Frank | September 2, 2007 6:43 PM

http://www.knbc.com/news/14005226/detail.html

Posted by: Arujo | September 3, 2007 4:59 PM

I love this product. I drink it every day just a recommended. I don't mind paying $3.00 a day for something that is good for me. I feel better and have better focus and energy during the day and sleep better at night. I also have reduced joint pain and my vision is improving. I have been drinking 2 oz's every day for 2 months. If it didn't work for you maybe your just too healthy to begin with or didn't stick with it long enough. As far as the MLM thing, If you are opposed to it get over it!
It is just a different way of bringing products to market.

Posted by: Regina AaMacha | September 6, 2007 8:56 PM

Anyone know where I can get some of that bee pollen stuff I used to take ~20 yrs ago?

How is it that the majority of the comments here contain so many speelin and grammer errers? Too much acai berry?

What medical school did "Dr." Schauss graduate from?

The reason this (and all the other MLM stuff) is SO expensive is so the upliners can get paid. Can you people not figure out the simple math of a pyramid selling scheme?

Sheesh....

Posted by: beentheredonethat | September 15, 2007 11:04 AM

I think this product is good for some people and not good for others. I tried active and I was sleepy and tired, I never had headaches after drinking wine at night. I did. I even felt memory loss. I stoped Monavie active now will try orignal and will update you. But many of my friends are fine.

Posted by: Zak | September 17, 2007 12:44 AM

I have been drinking Monavie since May of this year. It has helped with many physical ailments, some similar to those mentioned above by others. I also have not had the money on some occasions to replace my supply. Those weeks were the worst weeks in the last few months. It took several days before the effects of the Monavie began to wane. The emotional stability this product provides me (notice, I claim nothing for others) is immeasurable. I cannot go without it. It has become an irreplaceable part of who I am.

As for the placebo effect... WHO CARES if it is all in my mind? If I feel better, do more and am there for my husband and children emotionally...then it is for REAL to me!!! After all your perception is your reality!!!

MOST non believers either have not been exposed properly or complain about everything because it is who they are and that is sad because that becomes a prison... to those I say "Enjoy your incarceration." =]

(I am sure there will be many nasty responses to this post...so be it)

Posted by: Brenda | September 17, 2007 2:41 PM

it's really not 45 dollars a bottle. I've heard 40 dollars is the most you'll pay however If you sign for autoship, (four bottles every 28 days), the price drops to around 33 dollars a bottle.

If you like the stuff and want it even cheaper, find a distributor who is buying a lot and therefore getting it at the 20 dollar a bottle price. They may agree to sell you a bottle or two at the lower price if you just want to casually drink it.

And drinking it by the glass, were you trying to relive your college drinking days, (assuming you went to college and chugged). Why not drink it the way you are supposed to. Just find a shot glass and fill it, that shouldn't be too difficult now, should it?

You come off somewhat elitist by not drinking it the way it is recommended than condemning it. Follow the directions the way you presumeably do when imbibing other things.

Posted by: Alessandro Machi | September 20, 2007 12:26 PM

In view of a "bottom-feeders' diet of droppings and other by-products found on the ocean floor, and in view of the allergies many have to shellfish, how does shrimp find its way into a "health formula"?

Posted by: Anthony M. Romo | September 22, 2007 2:07 AM

I have started drinking Acai juice, but not MonaVie, which seems ridiculously overpriced.

I currently am purchasing a reputable brand that comes in a 900 ml bottle (bigger than the MonaVie 750 ml) for $6 (yep, $6) at my neighborhood grocery store. It comes with no preservatives and is chock full of vitamins and minerals.

In the early going, it appears my allergies are a bit better from drinking this Acai juice, but it's too early to know it's true health impact for me. So far, so good. I will have to give it several more weeks - a more fair test - to see if my allergies clear further.

Shop around and look for a *reputable* brand, that is backed by a namesake of quality. Again, I am paying $6 for Acai juice that comes in a bigger bottle than MonaVie's offering. That's money in my pocket, not in those of the upline or downline.

No offense to those relying on MonaVie for a living, but I choose to pledge that honesty is the best policy and made sure there were no "profit-colored glasses" worn by me when I chose my Acai beverage of choice.

JMO

Posted by: Arujo | September 28, 2007 3:14 PM

I have been in a MLM for over a year now, won't mention any names but begins with M and ends with an E and am very discouraged with my results. The price is extremely high and unaffordable. If it were not helping my son, we would be completely out, but with that said we were introduced to something new that EVERYONE can afford, and is more than one product. It is like being at the top of M----E, but not taking every penny we have to afford it. Check it out www.bodyalivenow.com/legacy. For those suffering in MLM with other "Juice" companies, check it out. It is FREE to join, unlike everything else, and only costs $60 a month....the comp plan does not require matching volume to get paid, only 1/2 to match. Tony Little just joined this company and is bring products that he has sold by the millions. Take advantage of the FREE sign up and get one of his marketing DVD's to see for your self. With baby boomers wanting better health and more wealth these days, this company has what they are all looking for. Body Alive has reviewed all the other MLM plans out there and has truely come up with one for the AVERAGE guy. You can make money with Body Alive and be able to invest in the other opportunities of your interest with out sacraficing your finaces. When I say ground floor, I mean ground floor oportunity. Launch was on 9/18/07. If you are interested in any additional information please email me bodyalivelegacy@yahoo.com. Some of the product interest of Body Alive are weight loss, enerygy, bone care, detoxification, antioxidants.

Posted by: bodyalive | September 29, 2007 2:38 PM

Have you ever researched antioxidants to KNOW that there might not be some huge burst of energy for you in particular like others? At least go over to GNC and look at their powders and antioxidants. By the way, is Fred and Linda Harties still involved in your upline somewhere or Bill Britt, or Gerry Meadows? Just wondering how they might be doing and I know they would attain all the facts before bashing some product. Thanks and have a great day!

Posted by: JDS | October 10, 2007 8:21 PM

I had to laugh a little about the "I didn't feel any different after drinking Mona Vie." My mom said the same thing.

But, like I asked her, did you ever "feel" any different while you had breast cancer? Of course she said no. I said, well just because you didn't feel any different while drinking Mona Vie doesn't mean "it ain't workin'."

The credible lab tests out from University of Florida, other labs around the nation that have tested it support the fact that Mona Vie works. We are told to consume no less than 5 servings of a variety of fruits, bright colored ones at that. The Acai berry is the most powerful antioxidant food available. It's considered a whole food and one could live for months on it alone.

I don't know about you, but it's the "only" product that has credible people supporting it medically and scientifically. Too many well known physicians and nutritionists. Now, Sumner Redstone, CEO of CBS/Viacom, Bill Clinton, Geoff Bodine, Jon Paplebon and many more are swearing by it.

Again, no other product has so much supporting evidence!

Keith

Posted by: keith | October 22, 2007 5:36 PM

That Monavie shit gave me a serious humdinger case of the runs. Yup, pure botanical diarreah.

I had runny fruity smellin squirts for three days... yeehaw monavie baby!

Posted by: Billy Bob Sickelberry | October 26, 2007 5:10 AM

Monavie has changed my life. I now have no money. I have lost all of my friends and my family don't want to hear anymore about mlm or monavie. I have lots of promo material that I will be able to burn this winter to keep warm. Monavie promo material doesn't make a good holiday gift. Imagine getting a package under the tree with a pad of Monavie distributor applications in it? Well that is about all I can afford. But the big cats in the ivory tower have theirs. And us low dogs in the down line work hard to pay for their car allowance. I never knew I could be so stupid. If I have to go to one more tawdry meeting where Dallin Larsen gets choked up because he is so moved by the generosity of all of us fools sitting in the audience giving our money and testimonials, I will become sick. Those guys have accomplished what they set out to do. They have theirs and for the rest of us it is all down hill from here. Why would they shorten the cutoff date for becoming Ruby? Something's rotten in Utah. They treat us like idiots. Oh, be sure to give, until it hurts, to the MORE Project. That way the Brinks can spend their holidays in Rio de Janiero doing MORE Project business. They will probably fly first class at our expense and stay in a first class suite at our expense. That is the way the game is played. Really a bad feeling about this one.

Posted by: Barbara Glaske | November 10, 2007 11:47 PM

MonaVie can be a great experience for anybody. Like any business, ethical conduct is necessary for the business to thrive. The MonaVie business must be run with integrity at the distributor level and the corporate level.

Here is a simple formula to succeed in your MonaVie business.

1.Schedule weekly juice tastings on the same day, at the same location, and at the same time so folks know where to go and where to recommend other folks go for information.
2.The content of the juice tastings must accurate and ethical.
a.Cover your story and how you were introduced to the product
b.Cover the Acai berry and the blend of fruits
c.Share some chilled juice with your audience
d.Cover the business (not just the comp plan)
e.Q & A
3.Provide information and guidance. Allow each adult to go through their own decision making process. Everyone does things differently and you need to show some respect.
4.Let the product do the selling and simply provide accurate and ethical information.

People will recognize your commitment to running an ethical business and you will notice your business is stronger and is based on integrity.

If you have any questions, please email me at monavie.integrity@gmail.com

Posted by: MonaVieIntegrity | November 11, 2007 4:32 PM

I drank the juice S**T like a GOOSE and now feel like a MOOSE!!!

IT WORKS FOR ME!!!

Posted by: JUICE GOOSE AND TURN HIM LOOSE | November 13, 2007 1:10 AM

Another independent write-up of MonaVie juices...

Posted by: Richard | November 13, 2007 10:24 PM

It is a shame that someone like you can talk about a product and not even follow the instructions. If you buy a plane I would recommend taking lessons.

Mona Vie has lowered my blood pressure (now normal), given me allot of energy,I sleep well at night, and it helps me to digest food better.(lost 36 pounds since I started taken Mona Vie in June 2007. My Mom who is 80 years old who now feels like she is 40! It has also helped my sister that is 53 and over weight since her stroke. She is now going to the gym at 5:30am in the morning!

So think about what you say because it has changed my health and people that I love.

Oh yea, did you know that Mona Vie sold 100 million dollars in the first 17 months of business. I just all of these drinkers of Mona Vie see something you don't.

Posted by: Mark Andries | November 15, 2007 5:26 PM

Dear Barbara

I do not think you are stupid. Maybe you got into Mona Vie for the wrong reasons and therefore it is not working out as you had hoped. EVERYONE I have introduced to Mona Vie has had remarkable results and are very grateful I introduced it to them. They are all still driving their cars as they now have plenty of energy as well as are just generally feeling better. Because of the aforementioned, many of them are able to acomplish a lot more in a day. More work accomplished, more money!!!

Posted by: JUICE GOOSE AND TURN HIM LOOSE | November 16, 2007 10:43 PM

Hey, I don't know if anyone is still subscribing to this thread. I've recently signed up for Monavie which received one auto-shipment per month at a cost of 33 dollars a bottle. This comes in 2 cases with 4 bottles each.

I've just called and cancelled my auto shipment, because like the orginal thread starter, I am very wary of MLM type business. I did it on the fly, and only signed up because someone really closed to me convinced me to sign up.

The reason for cancelling was not because the product wasn't right for me or anything, it's just that I am in no position to shell out close to 300 dollars a month and go around telling people why they should buy these things from me.

Like the original poster, I am not yet convinced by ACAI's + other fruits benefits. From what I've listened, I thought well maybe it's a placebo talking. This improves one man's health, but for the other it didn't show anything. Some other claims were even mentioned and they seem to have benefited all those things to drinking Monavie.

One true story that happens though is that my friend was not able to consume daily product at all. He'd violently vomit after drinking milk or consuming cheese, etc. After he drank Monavie for 2 weeks, he's able to consume those daily products with ease. I'm not saying that it's purely because of Monavie, I'm just saying it like it is. Maybe he's changed his diet inbetween, I don't really know.

So back to the main topic. I've recently had a knee ligament and joint injury after playing soccer, and I had to have my ACL and cartilage repaired.
I've cancelled my autoshipment but I will buy it from my friend one bottle at a time to see if my immediate condition improves along with other possible benefits.

If good things do come from it, then I'd turn the auto shipping back on, no question. However, if Monavie cannot convince me of its potential benefits, then the decision is quite simple.

Will keep you guys posted.

Posted by: TV | November 30, 2007 7:12 PM

With a product like Monavie, I think the 2 most important questions are:
Do you believe antioxidants are beneficial ?
Do you value your health ?

I wouldn't expect people who smoke, drink heavily, or eat crap for food to understand the concept of Monavie or antioxidants.
If a person values their health, then they'll most likely research antioxidants and learn that there are many different kinds available throughout the world. Monavie is created from the highest of these "super antioxidants" which derives its value pending on a person's interest in his/her own health.

People's values on health vary as some people think a single vitamin C tablet is enough to keep them healthy, while others eat organics and special fruits or berries. However I would imagine that lots of cancer survivors and their friends/family learn quickly about antioxidants.

Posted by: Bill H.J. | December 4, 2007 7:32 PM

Wow! There is a great discussion here...

All i have to say is that thanks to monavie i have been feeling better from my back and neck pains and i'm sleeping like a child!!

i run out of monavie last week and started to feel the pains again. So, im convinced that monavie really works because when receive my next auto ship i feel once again the difference!

Another great thing is that i'm not working for my boss anymore!!! No more engineering in my life! I quit my job and now i'm making 6 figures income monthly!

AND IM SO HAPPY!!!

VIVA MONAVIE!!

Posted by: Black Diamond Executive | December 8, 2007 6:47 PM

I am a distributor of MonaVie, I am not a top seller. I have been watching ... I watched my husband who has suffered from depression become more active. Instead of hearing "Life Sucks" when I come home from work, he now asks "Want to do something?" The only thing he has changed in his life style is he replaced drinking prune juice with MonaVie. Oh by the way, I did not tell him all the hoopla I have heard about MonaVie, I just told him it was better then prune juice. He drank it and agreed. He continues to drink it and now feels better then he has in years. The depressed person who stayed on the couch now has energy like when we first met. The cost of MonaVie active as a distributor is $37 a bottle if you buy one case, the cost of having my husband's life back ... priceless. Everyone who knows my husband sees the difference.

Like many who sign up as MonaVie distributors, I wanted to get the juice at the lower price. There has been no pressure placed upon me to sell the product. Maybe I have a sponsor who respects my goals. I have openly discussed my goals with my up line. If I wish to make money and run a business I can, but I don't have to. My up line makes money if I just order juice for my personal consumption. A distributor gets a larger discount vs signing up as a preferred customer ... Oh, no one has mentioned you can sign up as a preferred customer? Yes, MonaVie allows customers to sign up as preferred customer for a 15% discount, no distributorship required, but preferred customers can not partake in earnings like distributors. Most people sign up as distributors because they want deeper discounts and earning potentials. It is the customer’s choice.

I chose to be a distributor. No one twisted my arm. I am an adult making an adult decision. Maybe one day I will sell the juice more actively, but for now I am happy just drinking it, and so is my husband.

Posted by: TA in FL | December 16, 2007 6:03 PM

I was a major skeptic when introduced to mona vie by a family member. I actually avoided her for 2 weeks as she was trying to persuade me to buy a bottle. I was diagnosed with a condition called ITP or low platelets. I've always been into alternative medicines but I was not interested in another miracle drink. I purchased a bottle to fullfill my promise of helping her business. I drank the bottle over the course of 2 weeks prior to my doctors appointment. My platelets which had been dropping after my initial 3 month treatment begin to rise significantly after drinking Monavie. The platelets rose so significantly the doctor no longer recommended treatment.

Posted by: Major Skeptic converted | December 19, 2007 11:36 PM

monavie is not for idiots.

Posted by: mrsx1954 | December 20, 2007 3:52 AM

You people are morons to even be wasting time composing messages for this thread!! MLM's are, if not the devil's work, then something darn close. I'm constantly amazed at the gullibility of homo sapiens.

Spend some time being nice to your loved one's instead of trying to foist this crap off to them.

Posted by: Stefan | December 23, 2007 5:29 AM

I was in MonaVie for a while. I loved the product but the cost seem so high just to be active and could't get anyone I knew at that price.

Well I found a company that Tony Little is Co-Owner and to be Active is only $60 a month! That is so much more affordable for the average person. For more information go to the link below:

www.bodyalivenow.com/chrisbenton

BodyAlive is in the Acai, Weightloss, Cleansing, Healthy Coffee, Energy Drink etc... industries

www.bodyalivenow.com/chrisbenton

Posted by: Chris | December 26, 2007 12:08 AM

As a registered pharmacist i am horrified by the claims a friend of mine has made she claims this stuff cures everything from diabetes to losing weight. This is not a Juice per say it is a Chemical formulation that has not proven to do anything. it is illegal to make claims like this. As a person with experience in formulations manufacture and the leading formulation lab in the country, this product has some serious problems first off i would not trust a company that wont list the exact quantity of ingredients(I.E. cigarettes). The term Puree indicates a high concentration of water! The product contains Vitamin K , and components of shellfish these can interact with certain medications and cause a an interaction and possibly open up a litigation for the company and individual distributers if someone is harmed by distributers making false claims who give this stuff to people with whom it might be contraindicated or could have an allergic reaction. Check with your Doctor first! do not believe some the BS marketing Scam going on these people are not health professionals even this pushy girl claims that doctors don't like the product.. Uhh yeah probably for OBVIOUS REASONS. This product is not a cure-all of any kind. The only people it helps is the people at the top ripping people off for profit it does not cost very much to make a formulation like this there is an extremely high markup! Also some of the ingredients are sourced from China (wolfberry or whatever) it all doesnt come from the amazon. We (or testing lab) are aware of problems with china using unregulated pesticides in thier manufacture operations as there is no Regulation. Also if this juice is so good for you why is the Vitamin C level so low! Come on people wake up! it is about money not health!

This scam disgusts me the way they are brainwashing people would you drink something with no idea of the exact concentrations like every other product on the market (Except Cigarettes.) I have filed a formal complaint to my local FDA investigators office due to the labelling issues and false claims this distributer tried to make to me unreal this crap!

Posted by: Pharmacist | December 30, 2007 7:11 AM

Can you see or feel Cancer working in it's first stages? Before you make claims about MonaVie, do your homework. There are the highest levels of natural antioxidents in this juice that you'll find. That is what helps PREVENT cancer from forming. Everyone is in either the business of sickness or the business of wellness. I chose wellness. And FYI, I did Quixtar and failed miserably. I am doing great with MonaVie. I choose Health and wealth, How about you? meagly@gmail.com

Posted by: Melissa Eagly | January 10, 2008 6:11 PM

Monavie is not a cure all nor is it a get rich quick scheme. It is a sound business that will give out what you put into it. It is also a good chance to put something good in your body for a change. As far as Monavie curing cancer and lupus, etc. I am not sure. I have been selling Monavie for about 9 months and it has been a good experience. If you would information to sell Monavie http://www.acaiberry-monavie.com/

Posted by: Russ Henneberry | January 12, 2008 2:50 AM

I have a Doctor of Pharmacy degree and concur with the previous comments of another Pharmacist. My point in writing is to let everyone know that he or she can go to Walmart or Food Lion and get Campbell Soup Company's V-8 V-Fusion with Acai berry juice. The V-Fusion line is mixed fruits and vegetables and the cost is around $2.50 to $3.00 for a 48 oz. bottle. To read that someone is marketing a fruit punch at $40 a bottle is laughable.

Posted by: PharmD | January 12, 2008 5:55 AM

Some of your comments show a closed mind. In point "Honey, it's $45 per bottle of JUICE," I protested. "I don't care if it cures cancer. That's a lot of money for fruit juice."

Putting down other people, their business or their product does not elevate you in others eyes but makes them wonder why you need to do so.

Posted by: Chrus | January 22, 2008 10:36 PM

I just heard about MonaVie today from a neighbor. He says he's been drinking it for a week and feels great. It's kinda funny, but I was going to mention to him that he seemed to look better than he has in a long time, and just then he said, "I want to show you something."

I told him I'd take a bottle to try it out, because I'm always looking for new health food products. I've recently gone all organic and it has helped me feel better, but I'm still looking for the right supplements to ensure OPTIMUM health. My aforementioned neighbor has been moaning and complaining about poor health for a long time, and I must admit, seeing him with my own eyes looking so much better than he has in a while has made me curious. He WON'T talk me into being a distributor, though. I absolutely hate MLMs.

A note for the pharmacists; I don't trust any of you guys, and not many doctors, either. You're all trying to push a new and different drug for every little thing. You all work for the HUGE pharmaceutical industry, an industry that is BY FAR the biggest scammers in the world today.

Please excuse me for saying so, but a pharmacist calling an all natural juice a scam seems grossly hypocritical to me.

Posted by: Jeff | January 25, 2008 1:31 AM

I've have lived with the pain of Rheumatoid Arthritis and Lupis for as long as I can remember and have been taking medication to help cope and treat my pain since I was first diagnosed. I have personally seen little to no results coming from taking my medication over the years, except for a smaller paycheck. When my brother-in-law first introduced MonaVie to myself, I was like most people and didnt think a blend of fruits could do anything special or change anything about my daily life in terms of pain. I've been drinking MonaVie for about two months now and I have little or no pain now, on top of this I no longer take the "medication" doctors say I need to help cure my ailments. Now I'm not saying that MonaVie cured me, but I havent changed anything in my daily life but drinking MonaVie on a daily basis. Ever since I started drinking this stuff I no longer wake up in the middle of the night in excruicating pain or any pain at all for that matter. Now for all you people out there that feel like bashing MonaVie all I have to say is, have you tried it yourself? or are you just one of the many who shoots something down before it has a chance to show the great effects it can have. This drink has done miracles in terms of how I feel, I no longer have the crippling pain that caused me so much misery throughout my life and I'll have to say is...thank you to the people who blended these fruits together to give me my life back. I have endless gratitude towards the people who help make MonaVie known and I live a life now without daily pain. :-)

Posted by: Michael | January 25, 2008 3:12 PM

I am responding to the comments made previously by Pharmacist and PharmD. It really amazes me that these two people would say such uneducated things about a product they obviously have never tried. Have you ever heard of Celebrex? This drug was prescribed to me for cronic back and leg pain from a sciatic nerve problem and two bulging disks. Zoloft was prescribed because I had symptoms of Fibromyalgia. Neither worked, were quite expensive, and ARE KILLING PEOPLE. Not to mention the three times a week to the chiropractor, deep tissue massages, wearing a TINS unit, etc. I was constantly in pain and spending a lot of money to treat it.

After drinking MonaVie for 2 weeks, my pain was eliminated. I do not take medication or see a doctor and have absolutely NO PAIN!!!! I have amazing energy, exercise everyday and live pain free. Do you have any idea what it is like to have constant pain, everyday?

The MonaVie company states very clearly that it does not claim to treat or cure any illness or disease. However, the consumers of the product will tell you it is truly a miracle. It is changing peoples lives and giving them their health back.

What I find "disgusting" and "laughable" is that you two PHARMISIST have the nerve to voice your opinion about a product that has scientific documentation you have obviously not read. You fill thousands of prescriptions every year that are killing people and are causing harm. The medical profession is a huge ring that thrives on keeping people sick. If people would just look to proper nutrition, they could eliminate the need for drugs! Oh, but wait, that would put you out of a job. So of course you think it is a scam. And as for the comment about V-8 juice or other ACAI products being equivalent to MonaVie, DO YOUR RESEARCH!!! Do you think MonaVie would invest huge amounts of money in a product that is equivalent to a product you can buy at your local Walmart or GNC? GENIOUS!!

And what kind of friend turns their friend in to the FDA? I am thankful I don't have friends like you!! Keep filling presctiptions and thinking that you are changing the world. I am just amazed by your ignorance.

I hope you don't put your opinions on others. Especially a Cancer patient, or a diabetic who asks for your "professional opinion". This product could possible change their lives. I live each day hoping to have a positive affect on others. I would hope that you would realize you could alter a life by voicing your opinion. We weren't made to take medication. Our bodies were designed to heal itself, given the proper nutrition. And I'll take GOD approved over FDA approved anyday of the week!!!!

Many blessings to you both and I hope you will think before you speak. And as for the person who started this site with your MonaVie experience, I promise you one thing, if we had known about MonaVie before my Mother-in-Law died from Cancer and Diabetes, we would have happily paid $45 per bottle to have her health back and to have her here with us right now. WHAT IS YOUR HEALTH WORTH? OR BETTER YET, THE HEALTH OF YOUR LOVED ONES?

Living each day with Passion!

Posted by: Annette | January 30, 2008 10:33 PM

do yourself a favor and buy some off of Ebay. You can get huge bulk pricing for just a few bottles. The juice is good stuff, but overpriced through MonaVie in small quanities. Some folks that buy in bulk sell at near cost on Ebay hoping to snag some interest and regular volume customers.

Posted by: Dallas Telephone Systems | February 12, 2008 12:35 AM

Pharmacist,
Looks like you might be a Zango rep that has lost his down line to a juice that really works. If you get a chance to try Mona Vie I think you should. I've been drinking it for four months now and it saved my life. I was taking over 50 mil. of Hydrocodon a day for my neck and after a few weeks of drinking the juice, I've not had to take any PILLS. Im sorry that this will take away business from you "Pharmacist" but I think this juice is better for me than your PILLS.

Posted by: Life Saver | February 13, 2008 3:58 AM

Dear All,

I have a Ph.D. in Genetics and work as a scientist in a major University. There is no science backing up the benefits of Monavie. If you go to their web site there is a study that was paid by Monavie. 12 individuals were studied for markers of oxidation in blood. The effect was small and significance marginal. This study was not published in a reputable scientific journal. Until it is (my guess is that it will not because there are not enough data), the only thing you have are anedoctal statements, such as "I drank Monavie and my diabetes got better". This is not science!

A balanced diet with fruits and vegetables have been found to be a healthy choice... this is fine, but don't be fooled by unscientific claims that monavie is better than a fruit salad.

Vitamin E was supposed to be the greatest thing because of its antioxidant properties and because it crosses biological membranes (therby reaching the interior of cells). However, some SCIENTIFIC studies (published in reputable scientific journals have shown mixed outcomes, some , such as the one below, not very good for vitamine E.

In conclusion. Just because it sounds reasonable, it does not mean it is true. The conflict of interest of people and Drs. who profit from the sales should be taken into consideration.

Mayo Clin Proc. 2008 Jan;83(1):23-34.Click here to read Links
Efficacy of antioxidant supplementation in reducing primary cancer incidence and mortality: systematic review and meta-analysis.
Bardia A, Tleyjeh IM, Cerhan JR, Sood AK, Limburg PJ, Erwin PJ, Montori VM.

Department of Medicine, Mayo Clinic, 200 First St SW, Rochester, MN 55905, USA.

OBJECTIVE: To estimate the association between antioxidant use and primary cancer incidence and mortality and to evaluate these effects across specific antioxidant compounds, target organs, and participant subgroups. METHODS: Multiple electronic databases (MEDLINE, Cochrane Controlled Clinical Trials Register, EMBASE, Science Citation Index) were searched from their dates of inception until August 2005 to identify eligible randomized clinical trials. Random effects meta-analyses estimated pooled relative risks (RRs) and 95% confidence intervals (CIs) that described the effect of antioxidants vs placebo on cancer incidence and cancer mortality. RESULTS: Twelve eligible trials, 9 of high methodological quality, were identified (total subject population, 104,196). Antioxidant supplementation did not significantly reduce total cancer incidence (RR, 0.99; 95% CI, 0.94-1.04) or mortality (RR, 1.03; 95% CI, 0.92-1.15) or any site-specific cancer incidence. Beta carotene supplementation was associated with an increase in the incidence of cancer among smokers (RR, 1.10; 95% CI, 1.03-1.10) and with a trend toward increased cancer mortality (RR, 1.16; 95% CI, 0.98-1.37). Selenium supplementation was associated with reduced cancer incidence in men (RR, 0.77; 95% CI, 0.64-0.92) but not in women (RR, 1.00; 95% CI, 0.89-1.13, value for interaction, P

Posted by: Ph.D. | February 13, 2008 3:10 PM

Eat what makes you feel good. I think milk is not for human consumption because it makes me sick. That's my personal opinion. I don't care to prove it or disprove it. I only know Monavie has made a difference in my health, my family's and many of my friends. I share it with everyone I can because it might help them too. If they don't want it, then fine I move on.

Posted by: Gerdie | February 22, 2008 12:57 AM

I happened upon this discussion as a result of my quest for “Continuous Knowledge Improvement”. Being as I grew up on a horse ranch, I was always double-checking the gates. These days I’ve been spending time double-checking the facts; and I can’t find any evidence to contradict the wonderful health claims that people state they are experiencing from drinking “Mona Vie”. I myself am drinking it, and loving it. And scientific research of the Acai Berry, as well as the other health-beneficial fruits contained in “Mona Vie”, seem to substantiate what all the buzz is about. I’ve enjoyed reading the numerous commentary representing all viewpoints concerning “Mona Vie”. In reading the commentary of a few skeptics however, I’m reminded of an old cowboy expression, “Don’t turn your horse’s tail to a cow”, as it’s hard to work cattle when your horse is turned away from them. Likewise, if skepticism causes the mind to turn away from something, it’s hard to experience the benefits. A cowboy rule of etiquette advises to “Never Brand Another Mans Cattle”. This rule was started back when dishonest hands used their irons on calves that didn’t belong to them. On that note, it’s OK if the “Mona Vie” business is not right for you, however it’s not polite to tarnish another’s good brand. As for this Cowboy, I’ve come to the conclusion that the “Mona Vie” product and its person-to-person approach to sharing its benefits, along with the independent business opportunity, is first rate! In fact, the total sum of all the views that I’ve read here today, confirm for me even more, that I made an excellent choice in choosing to become an Independent Distributor of “Mona Vie”.
I recommend you try out the juice and opportunity for yourself. I’ll leave you with this quote by a German philosopher, Johann WoIfgang Goethe. “Take care of your body with steadfast fidelity. The soul must see through these eyes alone, and if they are dim, the whole world is clouded.”
Independent Distributor
http://www.mymonavie.com/Cheli

Posted by: Michael | February 22, 2008 11:07 AM

When it comes to the MonaVie juice we feel there are too many unknowns and mysteries. We believe in keeping things simple. If you have heard of Acai and want to try Acai - why not just take Acai? The Perfect Acai is simply 100% Organic and Fair Trade Pure Sambazon Organic Freeze Dried Acai. Nothing else added, no proprietary formula, no MLMs - simply the best Acai in the world! Why complicate life? Sometimes simple is best.

Posted by: sam shane | March 7, 2008 12:40 AM

Did you know that Monia Vie voids all medical claims saying that they are not making any medical claims. Therefore if Monia Vie claims that it cures 39 disorders or diseases, then are not saying that it cures 39 diseases.
In other words The company who made Monia Vie did not claim that it cures anything, so why should you believe it does? Just read the fine print of thier brochure, they have to say that so they do not get sued for giving out false medical advice. They are making no medical claims.

Posted by: Erik | March 14, 2008 6:01 AM

This is for confused, I saw your post and I just want to let you know that I am a distributor and I love the product.

But you mentioned Alzheimers in your comment. I am a private in homecaregiver for an Alzheimers patient. I have been with her for over 4 years now.

When I got on the product, I thought I am going to put her on it. She only says kkkkkkkkkkkkkk over and over. She could not give a verbal opinion and I thought this would be a great test.

Back in August, she just stopped standing, walking and feeding herself. I mean she STOPPED... so we knew that we were in the downhill slide of her condition. I have done this for almost 20 years now so I know what to look for...and this was bad.

So I did a jump start dosage with her and then 2/2... I went on vacation to see my sons in Arkansas and got a call from on of the other girls that works with me, she was crying, I thought the worst...... but was I surprised to hear what she was telling me.

Our little sweet stubborn patient, with their help(another girl was there, shift change) she took 25 steps, stood up with their help... it was hard picking her up.. 145lbs... and here she was standing with assistance.

We called the dr and got her on therapy... the only thing that was changed in her life was MONAVIE... will it cure Alzheimer...NO... that is not turning around... BUT... SHE IS FEEDING HERSELF AND PUTTING WORDS TOGETHER AND HELPING US GET HER UP.. is this big... YESSSSS...

Can I say it is MONAVIE for sure that made these changes.... NO...

BUT I can say this, she did not walk for over 6 months and we put her on MONAVIE, and she walks a few steps with assistance... AND NOTHING BUT MONAVIE was changed in her diet or meds....

We have now been able to cut waaaaaay back on her Seriquill (this was in a high dose to keep her calm) She stays awake more and is so much more alert then she was and she is such a joy and having a quality life and not just an existing life....

MAKE YOUR OWN decision, do not let what others say in here make your mind up for you.

I have heard them all, some say they do not feel it...but they test it... get off of it and call me and say .. I NEED MORE..LOL.. GO FIG.

Whatever you decide, the best of success to you

Posted by: sallen | March 18, 2008 8:37 PM

I have had a hip problem for about 17 years. Quite a bit of pain and agony with this hip. I have been to chiropractors, general family doctors, an orthopedic specialist, and a hip and knee doctor. I even considered going in for acupuncture. I had x-rays and MRI's. I have had cortizone shots, taken Naprosin and Celebrex, tried heat, used a hot tub - basically, anything I thought might relieve the pain. There were times when I could not go to sleep because of the pain or I would wake from it. It ranged from a dull ache to sharp shooting pain. I was told it was arthritis, then told it was bursitis.
I started drinking Monavie about 10 months ago. I drank it as recommended. I will tell you that I was very skeptical, because I had been in pain for so long and tried so many things to help that I thought, "Yeah, right, like a juice is going to help this!" Well, after two months, I could tell a difference. Most days there is no pain. And when there is, it is from a day of being on my feet all day and it is minimal. I sing my praises to this juice. IT WORKS FOR ME.

Posted by: J. Davis | March 19, 2008 5:37 PM

I think most people buy Monavie for the MLM/money-making scheme THEN buy for the "good for your" aspect.

But Monavie you gotta be a sleazy salesman to your friends and family ("Join with ME!") to make anything happen. And the average person made only $4730.17 in 2007 (Income Disclosure Statement TL-16)

We buy FORECLOSED houses, up to $50k below market price rent them out and LIVE off the cash flow.

Buying foreclosed houses is a MUCH better return and less sleazy sales sales tactics are involved.

http://www.mylifechanger.com

Posted by: Phillip Guerra | March 25, 2008 9:19 PM

This is quite a debate. I joined monavie with a sponsor who was greedy... and his downline never took off. I drank it and had real results for my back pain... that was enough for me.
My sponsor bugged me so I stopped the juice. I definitely felt the difference.
Now I am back with a good sponsor and started helping people find the this product, and in 2 weeks have half my investment back.

By the end of the month I should be breaking even. Treat the business like a business... don't go after suckers... they won't build it any way, and then will be upset they joined.

As for the shellfish... Monavie has just recently formulated Glucosamine from PLANTS... so forget having to tell sensitive people they can't have it any more.

Anyone in the business can do better than their sponsor if they do the work more effectively.

Seems like a lot of folks here have a nice little pity party for themselves when they don't get results.

When you are so self centered you don't do the business for any reason other than money... people will see right through you.

It is not Monavie as a company scamming the general public... it is the people who join that are simply idiots.

Why are soooo many people taking it to people who have no money? I don't see the BMW dealership sending me mail to come and see the latest models... They buy lists of rich people and advertise to them... It all boils down to people doing a good job of marketing.

Now.... that is not to say that a poor person can't be successful... it just means a lot more work.

And for the income claims on the 99%... Monavie does have an income disclosure statment. And it does have real numbers on it from last year.

The average distributor with no rank made $2 a week in commissions. The majority never make it past Star 500, but those folks averaged $84 a week.

That is around $350 a month, minus juice... an extra $200 a month plus the benefits of the juice.

So, all you superior intellects out there... is $200 a month and free juice worth it? It is enough that the feds will tax you on it... so it must be worth something.

I totally understand why people don't like MLMs... but with close to a BILLOION in sales in 3 years.. you can say all you want... the product is going to stick around unless somebody sues them for some kind of negligence and shuts them down.

I am just along for the ride. If the company can really grow to a 20 billion dollar company in 20 years... there is 19 Billion in sales that still need accomplished.

I am self-admittedly a really stupid guy... but Jesus himself does not need to part the clouds and tell me the stars are aligned and point toward Monavie... it is quite evident with almost a million distributor applications that this thing is good.

Debate away... I am done with you folks... I have some juice to promote!

Posted by: acaibiz | March 27, 2008 11:43 PM

Let's all just drink V8 Fusion for less
money and more benefits! Flash Pasteurization process is required for these particular 'exotic' berries to be effective. Acai berries are 95% seeds,
so in addition to altering their 'dirt'
taste, there's not enough in one bottle
to make a significant difference. True,
healthy fruits & veggies improve health.
Absorption is KEY, plus proof when this
costs much more than people need to buy.

Posted by: Pure Practitioner | April 1, 2008 12:51 AM

love Monavie, it works great and is totally worth the money. I gave my grandmother a bottle, she has ovarian cancer. The Monavie is greatly helping her medical condition, we brought a bottle to the Dr. and some information on the product he had only great things to say about it. He told her to keep taking it and he was able to lower her dosage of man made medications. She went back again last week and the doctor is very happy with her progress she was going down hill and now is doing much better, the only thing she did different was drinking Monavie.

Good health is priceless!

Posted by: saram | April 3, 2008 10:15 PM

Frank and Berrynuts,
Wow, you are really sputtering out some garbage. I would really recommend you do your homework. If you ever wanted to know the facts about Monavie - go to their website, e-mail them or call. It's not difficult. There are thousands of distributors and if you find one who is pushing you into the business, just go find another one.
Just for starters, there are no pesticides, which seems to be your big hang up, the sugar level is the lowest of anything on the market, the fruits are wild and organic, It works - just ask the thousands of people who swear by it and are NOT doing the business side. It's too bad that you obviously had a negative experience which has led you to lie on this blog but, I suggest, finding a new distributor and just asking some questions before you go talking about something you know nothing about.

Posted by: Amy | April 5, 2008 6:43 PM

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Posted by: John | April 10, 2008 5:19 AM

I notice a few people talk like a MLM is a bad thing.Get over it.This is the new and upcoming GEN that knows good when it sees it.You act like getting into your fossil fuel burning vehicle and driving to a store to buy your goods is a great thing!!Move out of our way old folks.While you're helping to pollute our Earth I will continue to drink my MonaVie juice and battle that which pollutes me.Many of you are also blind to this juice and the Acai Berry and its benefits.Again,get out of our way!!You probably still think that Microsoft is just a bunch of hippies smoking dope and wanting you to invest your $10,000 for their pleasure.Small thinking gets you to where you are today.Have a nice life.

Posted by: Wayne | April 14, 2008 6:41 PM

Hey guys, well I've read this whole thread an amazed at what everyone has to say. I was sent two free bottles of this juice from a cousin of mine out in California (we're in colorado springs) and just drank it as we were told. We ordered more and are lifetime customers. My husband had a recent surgery, he had torn his ACL all the way through. So he had an ACL reconstruction surgery, where they used a cadaver body part and used that to replace his ACL, Doctors were telling him his recovery would be long and painful. Other than the pain he had from the first day after surgery he has had none, didn't even take the Celebrex or the Pain meds prescribed to him. Now, 5 weeks after his surgery he is being told that he is well above his time frame in recovery (we've been drinking it for 2 months now) and all people that know him are amazed at his recovery. He still hasn't been given the go ahead to start running but his doctor told him that in about 3-4 months he would be able to start doing so. Before he was told that he would not be allowed to run for the next 6-8 months. He is even coaching kids Soccer throughout his recovery process.... now is it this juice that has helped him? All I have to say is that it's the only thing we have added to his diet and our whole family's now! We love it and will never stop drinking it. Thanks to my cousin for sending us some juice.

and if you feel then need to contact us to ask me to verify my post... we'd be more than glad to.

snsparkles@hotmail.com

Sonia

Posted by: Sonia | April 15, 2008 10:17 PM

I've just bought two bottles of Mona Vie from a buddy at the gym where I work out. He charged me $45 for two bottles, saying that one bottle is retail $45, and the second bottle was free.
I did enjoy the taste of the sample given to me at the gym, and I know my diet comes up short in the vegeatable and fruit range. Most fruit gives me indigestion, so I am hoping this drink diluted with some water will fill in my diet shortcomings. My real question is if the product is actually all of this fruit and berry juice.
I see alot of scam informaton all over the net about Mona Vie, but I am suspecting it is more about the marketing than the essential quality and integrity of the product. Is Mona Vie really pure fruit and berry juice?

Feel free to email me at Cappie30 at Comcast.net

Thanks, Cappie

Posted by: Cappie | April 21, 2008 7:44 PM

Although most of you have very valid points, I can only speak from personal experience. I'm a Personal Trainer and Reiki practitioner. I have a client that distributes the Mona Vie product. We decided as payment for one session, she'd give me a bottle. I about choked when I found out the cost of a small bottle...but then again, I've spent about that much on vitamin supplements in the past. I agreed to try it without any expectations. Did I feel anything after drinking the bottle as directed? Nah. But I kept it up anyway figuring one bottle shouldn't have enough to make that much of a change...every other week she'd give me a bottle. Suddenly my husband, who has taken medicine for high blood pressure and cholesterol decided to give it a try. He's pretty much dead-set against any sort of "natural" treatments except for vitamins. But for grins and giggles, he figured what the heck. So here we are, both drinking this juice...and it really is VERY good! Its LOW in sugar compared to most juice. I try to have a good fiber source in my system prior to ingesting to slow digestion and the insulin spikes. Anyway, I feel a little different...but my husband's reaction was a bit more evident. His BP dropped dramatically! Granted, it was only about a month of using the juice. But the only change in his lifestyle was the juice. Then his lab work came back. There was a noticeable drop in cholesterol and triglycerides as well! We're into our second month of using this product...and looking forward to seeing his lab work next month!

Posted by: Berlyc | April 25, 2008 3:05 PM

I think that a person ought to read "Rich Dad, Poor Dad" by Robert T. Kiyosaki 25 times before he even goes to University and expend thousands of dollars..

Posted by: Felix Lopez | May 1, 2008 12:30 AM

They are a fraud. I got swindeled into the enrollment fee and all of a sudden get charged for 2 cases (APX. 300.00) I have fought this for (2) months and will now do all I can in my spare time to bring down Monavie. Their business practices are not only unethical but are criminal.

Along with a letter to the AG I will sue them soon and spread the word on them.

Thanks

Posted by: Jon Philbrick | May 8, 2008 4:23 AM

A good friend of mine was walking his dog by my house one day and yelled how you doing! I was surprised because he hasn't been able to talk for the past five years, only whisper. He'd been to a number of specialist but not one could diagnose his problem. He told me he went to a flee market and was given a free sample of another product similar to Mona-Vie and his wife was shocked when he started talking within fifteen to twenty minutes later.
He ended up buying some and after giving me a free sample, I could feel a difference.

I'm 48 years old, have fibromyalgia and gout so I'm in a world of hurt most of the time. After telling my mother about this wonder juice, she told me her friend sold Mona-Vie and got me a couple bottles to try. I'm aware that selling Mona-Vie is a sort of pyramid scheme but the stuff works and I only take a small amount in the morning. My biggest problem with Mona-Vie, getting up at four thirty in the morning to walk the dog for forty five minutes, not enjoying my noon nap because I want to walk the dog and doing it again at three. I have to thank my mom for getting the Mona-Vie for me, it really makes a difference.

Posted by: Mike Nicholson | May 16, 2008 1:41 AM

My 12 year old daughter Tracy started taking Acai juice 2 0unces twice daily. Her older sister, Judy 16, noticed that within 2 months Tracy developed an accelerated puberty with the most thick, black, curly, neat triangle of pubic hair.
Judy had a large growth too but not until 15. Tracy has a perfect triangle with no creepers peeking outside her panties or bikini. It is so thick and covers her genitals and all skin beneath.

Judy said that she has never seen any full grown adult female anywhere with a thicker massive well hedged gob of genital hair.
She also noted that Tracy's breasts were enlarging beyond her older sister's size at age 12!!

What's this juice doing to my daughter?
She is a smooth skinned relatively hairless pretty girl who now is sporting a compact beard on her genitals!!

Help and tell us what this juice is doing??

Posted by: MILES STONE | May 17, 2008 8:45 AM

MonaVie has worked for my family and many friends. It was quite a suprise to me! We love the taste and for us find that a few dollars a da is worth the health benefits we are seeing. Certainly less than the statin meds my husband's doctor was prescribing and instead of side effects like a damaged liver the side effects of MonaVie are good health.

Seeing the phrase pyramid scheme with regard to MLM has me chuckling every time. People throw it around with no knowledge of what a true pyramid scheme is - am illegal shuffling of money with NO products or services where $ is gving from person to person.

MonaVie (like MANY other network mktg companies) has a compensation plan set up to reward sales by the team that that you build. amazingly - when you look at the org chart or structure of the sales team at the Fortune 500 company that I used to work for it (GASP!) is in the shape of a pyramid! MV is no different. I, as a mid level manager, used to make more than those below me. That's how sales worke [people. I am much happier selling a product which I have seen work, believe in and enjoy personally knowing they are not spending ridiculous amounts of money on warehousing, retailing and advertising. They cut out all that stuff and rely on word of mouth and personal testimony, saving the profits to pay out to their people. Many of the nay-sayers probably work in industry where they sell products they don't even use! I know all of my friends in pharmaceutical sales certainly don't take the drucs they peddle and the waste of $$$ made by those companies??? PLEASE - ridicukous!

Posted by: Peggy | May 17, 2008 2:35 PM

I just saw 4 bottles of this stuff for sale in Maine on Craigslist.com. The guy selling it says he can't return it. If there is a $ back guaranty, how is that handled? Thanks, Jayne

Posted by: Jayne | May 19, 2008 8:19 PM

Whoever is against mlm are people that expect to get paid once they join... I myself make about $1200-$1500+ a month and only work 2 days at age 20 which isnt bad money and my uncle got me in MLM since I turned 19 he makes about $4,500 a month a we both love the products. Oh and I believe every MLM company works as long as you have a positive attitude and it goes for everthing else.. so take care people im out of here

Posted by: robert | June 2, 2008 11:39 AM

For those who still think network marketing is a sham/scam ... you should read "Why We Want You To Be Rich" by Donald J. Trump and Robert T. Kiyosaki - pay special attention to chapter 27 titled "Why do you recommend network marketing?".

No matter what network marketing company you choose, you can succeed with the right product, the right training, and the desire and drive to succeed. As far as we are concerned ... we found what we love and works for us. See you all at the top! (at least for those of you who choose to get to the top) MV for life!

-Sonia

Posted by: Sonia | June 3, 2008 9:29 PM

Wouldn't it be easier to stop eating toxins. Eat healthier and save your money. Water is the best , cheap and abundant.

Posted by: guest | June 4, 2008 9:15 PM

I'm the ultimate skeptic when it comes to snake oil claims. I'm not an MLM fan. I am leery of "pyramid schemes" and detest "get rich quick" schemes.

Make outlandish claims and I will verify things for myself to the N'th degree from independent sources.

And then I will talk to others who have tried your miracle cure, snake oil.

I talked to a diabetic (Roy from Chase BC, Canada) who has been hospitalized 3x in 2 months with life-threatening high blood sugar levels.
Each time his blood sugar levels peaked at over 23.
He has been drinking the juice for 2 months and his insulin intake has been halved, and his blood sugar has stabilized at 6.2 to 6.4.
Note - Wisely, everything he does in in consultation with his MD.
**********
My friends 7 yo daughter has had 17 urinary tract infections requiring hospitalization since she was born.

1 month of Mona Vie and all signs and symptoms of the infection have vanished. Again, with consultation with her family MD, she looks to be in excellent health.
We'll wait and see.
**********
Father-in-law had an operation for skin cancer. The lesion wouldn't heal and the Dr's were discussing a skin graft. 2 months of Mona Vie and it healed, and his skin looks 20 years younger (he's 72). As a bonus his Rosacea (the red splotches on his face) have completely vanished.
As a bonus, he is back walking with the same energy and vitality of when he was 50. He sleeps through the night.
I'll wait and see.
**********
I could go on and on.

My motivation for trying the product was to get a good nights sleep. It definitely helps there.

From there, I have friends and relatives who can benefit. I don't sell the business, I don't even sell the product. I ask if they would like to try 2 bottles. At the worst they are drinking healthy juice and getting the recommended daily allowance of fruit.

In EVERY case they have come back loving the product and the results. They either buy more, or sign up to get Mona Vie directly. I make enough now to pay for a case for my wife, my mother and myself.

I trust the product enough to give it to the people I love.

I love the product myself, I don't ever misrepresent the product as being a cure. It's not medicine, it's a food. I DO say it sure seems to help the symptoms.

It works.

Come see www.bcacai.com for more information, testimonials.

The site is brand new and I'm updating it daily. It's exciting and can work for you.

Cheers Rick
Kamloops, BC Canada

Posted by: Rick | June 11, 2008 6:33 PM

If you’re a sales rep for this over-priced junk juice called MonaVie, be careful, the FDA is cracking down on the business you’re a sales rep for. Here is the link to MonaVie FDA Warning
http://www.fda.gov/cder/warn/cyber/2007/UTVokes.pdf

All I can say, it’s the beginning of FDA warnings. If MonaVie does not comply, the FDA and FTC will step in and force action upon MonaVie. FDA reviews their warning for a year and if claims are still being made, then bam,,,,, They will shut them down and lots of sales reps will be fined and some will go to jail. MonaVie uses 3rd party info for medical claims and people on posts and meetings and festival boths are making false medical claims that cure health problems. That is a no, no with the FDA, as if no one already new that!!!!

When you build your business on false claims, it will eventually catch up with you. I did my part on filing a complaint to the FDA. I encourage everyone to do the same.

Posted by: Lewis | June 26, 2008 4:53 PM

Lewis:

After reading the FDA letter, it appears to be merely a warning against making specific health claims for a product that is not an approved drug.

I then went to the site and it looks like they've removed all the offending claims.

Perhaps you're making more out if it than is really there.

Posted by: Vic | June 28, 2008 4:47 AM

Lewis, what was your complaint to the FDA about? Were you wronged somehow? Please be specific. How can the FDA be of help to you?

Posted by: BreezyinVA | June 28, 2008 6:51 AM

I hope people aren't throwing away the green oily fiber in the Monavie. That is the omega 3's and the ground up acai seeds that are so precious. The natives for centuries have used the juice, seed and skin. Monavie contains the whole acai fruit (skin, seed and berry).

People on this list seem to have a lot of fear about Monavie. I hope to always have Monavie. It has made major differences for me. I drink 2 ounces a day and have friends who can only afford one ounce a day and they still have great improvement. They too never want to be without it.

Even the wolfberry in Monavie is tops. There are many varieties and Monavie uses the best one. Same with acai. There are three varieties of acai and Monavie uses the most potent one. Monavie is mostly organic but China (wolfberry) doesn't rate organic so we can claim the next best thing which is wild crafted.

If Monavie didn't contain a tiny amount of preservative it would have to be refrigerated and that would be untenable. The benefits far outweigh.

By the way, I searched for two years for an acai product I could trust and then suddenly Monavie was in front of me. This was it. I was one of those people waiting to find it (a full spectrum acai product rich in pigments and aminos and some important minerals and vitamins).

Jayne, it is a 30 day money back guarantee but then individual distributors can buy the product back too. That is what I would do if I had someone who didn't want it or was needing to sell it. No one I offered it to would be stuck with it. Heck I'll drink it!

Posted by: BreezyinVA | June 28, 2008 7:49 AM

I was just cruising through the posts and this comment made me laugh:

"The makers of Monavie are idiots for no backing up their product and not selling it the way the rest of quality products are sold world-wide."

I agree that the company and distributors of any product should back their product, but the poster failed to mention how the makers of Monavie and it's distributors aren't. But that's not what struck me as funny. What if every business person thought that they should do business the same way that everyone else does? Henry Ford, Bill Gates, R.H. Macy, Sam Walton, Ted Turner. These are just a few names of very successful people who decided to do things differently. Their success speaks for itself. Choosing not to do things "the way the rest" of the world does them, isn't necessarily the mark of an idiot.

I also find it interesting, to say the least, that some people are really tearing into others on this board (and the makers of Monavie) for not backing up claims, when in the same post they themselves offer nothing more than anecdotal evidence to support their own claims (i.e. it's junk, other companies are a scam, so this one must be, too - I find that argument especially laughable, etc.). An interesting dynamic indeed.

Posted by: Vic | June 28, 2008 4:35 PM

Can someone tell me how Monavie really works and it is not a MONEY SCAM? Has anyone been on the product for a long time and realy having good results if so what? A freind of mine asked me to try the product and of course wanting me to also sell the product- Being a new product and just rying it for my self I wonder how if this stuff realy works?

Posted by: Pam | July 7, 2008 12:14 AM

Can anyone tell me how the sugar content of MonaVie is acceptable to diabetics on medication? How does this interact with fat storage, Hypoglycemia or allergies to some of the fruits?

I have been introduced to Mona Vie and have been taking it. I find to have an increase in headaches perspective to the increase in energy. My husband's palpitations increase after consuming Mona Vie. I am concerned to market the product to family and friends with diabetes.

I see a staunch stand from many distributors, on-line or in person, and many seem unwilling to explain explicit health questions, as well as specific marketing issues and concerns my husband and I have prior to entering into a distributorship.

I feel everyone is entitled to their opinion, as long as the expression of that does not devalue another's opinion.

I would appreciate with any hard, specific facts on binary compensation, market saturation in 2-5 years, the reasoning on purchasing tools rather than "supporting the team" in the TEAM spirit rather eliciting a profit from the Tools and Marketing Strategies. I am interested in the specific health reports that were generated when the product was first made, studies showing benefits and case studies to support all the statements.

Thank you for your assistance.

Looking for answers in AZ....

Posted by: KATHY | July 13, 2008 1:34 AM

Pam

It works due to the levels of antioxidants, phytonutrients, anthocyanins. Look up any of those things from 3rd party sources and you will find endless research done on how they help many common health problems/issues. We have been drinking it for over a year and a half. My husband's cholesterol ratio is way down - triglycerides down over 55 pts, etc., HDL up, etc. The blend of 19 fruits contains enough plant sterols that assist in naturally lowering cholesterol levels. The reason it helps with inflammation is that many of the nutrients in the blend of 19 fruits contain natural anti-inflammatories. Add in the glucosamine and esterified fatty acids (esterified means they are in the post pure form & don't have to undergo a chemical reaction once ingested to begin to be absorbed like many products in capsule form that are surrounded by glycerin) and those substances assist in joint pain/inflammation relief.

Don't rely on the MonaVie website - look at the ingredients MonaVie talks about containing and research those - you will find that there is nothing but good stuff in that bottle and it is well worth your try!!

Posted by: Peggy | July 15, 2008 5:11 AM

Look, Monavie is a wonderful product and it only does good to your body. I don't get what you mean about "I don't feel anything" what were you expecting here?

When you eat a banana are you expecting some marvelous outcome? I'm just taing this as an example, Monavie is a fruit mix drink that if you try to do it yourself, TRUST ME, it would cost you much more per serving.

People who drink Monavie do it because they are providing there body with some great vitamins, minerals, amino acids, omega 3, and some other essential nutrients to there body so they can live a optimal healthy lifestyle.

Posted by: Monavie | July 16, 2008 7:03 AM

I'm wondering if you've given up on monavie since then or if you started drinking it.

Just curious...

Posted by: Razvan | July 24, 2008 11:48 AM

I appreciated your review, what exactly legal issues is Brig Hart having with Amway? I think that the few products could be a good thing or a bad thing. If they have a great product, I could see why they would focus on that product by itself. Just my opinion. I love the product, and I know that quixtar has great products too. Thanks, have a great day.

Posted by: Monavie Juice | July 31, 2008 9:05 AM

I signed up for the MonaVie business opportunity in March of this year. I have worked really hard to build this business and have invested hundreds of dollars into the MonaVie business to try to make a go of it. Throughout my time in MonaVie, the local leaders in our area: Todd Bishop and Amy Freeman have encouraged me to continue to invest my money and time and would be a Black Diamond inside of a year if I worked hard.

I have now come to realize that Amy Freeman and Todd Bishop have done nothing but lie to me and my family and made fraudulent statements to me and my friends so that we would continue to invest our money in MonaVie. They claim that anyone can make the money they are making if they spend enough money and time.

Everything Todd and Amy has told me is nothing but lies. I now know they only helped me so that I would buy more product to further their business. Monavie is a good product, but the company is horrible. They reward lying thieves like Todd Bishop and Amy Freeman and take money from hard working people like my family. Everyone I have brought into the MonaVie business is not quiting because of Todd and Amy's lies.

I hope someone will shut them down before they spread more hurt.

This is a horrible business and these are horrible people.

More here:

http://www.complaintsboard.com/complaints/monavie-c83429.html

Posted by: Joyce Lewis | August 1, 2008 1:39 AM

MonaVie is a nice tasting and decent product, but it is very expensive (especially full retail). I review 6 different super-fruit, including acai, products here:

http://www.acai-berry.tv/juice_comp.html

If anti-oxidants (per ORAC) is your main goal, you have reasonable cost options.

Posted by: Mark | August 5, 2008 6:21 AM

I don’t know if these kinds of drinks cure everything, but everyone can agree that nutrition is essential for our bodies and health. Most of us could use some more fruit and fiber in our diets anyway.

Try AlpineV and compare it to MonaVie. AlpineV is based on the ‘Hippophae Rhamnoides’ berry and has more bioactive nutrients, more Omega oils, no cheap filler fruits, and no preservatives. The berry used in AlpineV has been used medicinally for generations in the Orient, including India where the berry is used in juice form as a nutritional supplement for military troops stationed in extreme climates. I think anyone who compares the researched nutritional benefits of these two berries will find that AlpineV can offer a better quality nutritional cocktail than MonaVie.

Posted by: AVSteve | August 6, 2008 10:15 PM

So, how does Monavie plan on competing with the Acai juice being sold in wine bottle glasses in Sams club? On mlmblog dot net there is a great nutritional comparison between the two juices and the are pretty much dead even. Only difference is the Sams Club bottle costs 17.95. Seems like a better deal. In beginning this research on this new topic I also found a warning letter from the FDA to Monavie corporate from a year ago. Anyone know if the investigation is still ongoing? Here is a link to both sites mentioned. First the comparison...
http://www.mlmblog.net/ just scroll down you will see it.

Here is the FDA letter to Monavie
http://www.fda.gov/cder/warn/cyber/2007/UTVokes.pdf

Posted by: Debbie Cowley | August 8, 2008 2:26 PM

Dear skeptics,

I have been taking MonaVie for about a month now. I am so excited to tell you that it has changed not only my life, but my family's life as well.

I am a 21 year old college student at NC State University. I am slightly overweight, and a little bit worried about the direction in which my health could turn in the next 10 years. When I heard about MonaVie through a cousin from Charlotte I was incredibly excited to hear more about it. I went to a tasting with my father who was also interested in what MonaVie could do for his health. My father has high blood pressure, as do I, and we have both been worried about our health. At the meeting we tried the juice, and listened to some testimonies of people at the party. We decided to buy into the juice because we trust our cousin's judgment and believe he would not lead us down the wrong path. So we tried the juice.

Since drinking the juice, I myself have felt more energetic, more full of life, and more motivated to be healthy. Recently I checked my blood pressure and it is in the "good" range. My father, who has chronic knee problems and who has not been able to run because of them in quite sometime, has not felt his knee problems since about a week after he started drinking MonaVie. He is now, after feeling no pain in his knees and also seeing his blood pressure also drop to a good level, running everyday.

MonaVie has really change my life and the life of my father. Having seen how happy my father is, my mother has started drinking MonaVie recently, and we are certain she will see great changes in her life as well.

As for the business opportunity. MonaVie offers a great product, as you have heard. Secondly, and I repeat, secondly, MonaVie offers a great business opportunity. If you truly believe in the product, it is so fun to tell other people about. It is rewarding to give people a bottle of juice and hear back from them some of the same stories that their skeptical ears heard from you first. My father and I are so excited to be a part of a very promising team in Charlotte, North Carolina. The business in North Carolina is just getting started, and we truly believe is about to explode.

I am currently living in Raleigh, North Carolina, and hope to be a part of a huge push with MonaVie in Raleigh. The most exciting part about the team I am a part of is the support. I have support anytime I need it, at any hour of the day. Answers to all questions I have had have only been a call away. What's more is, after my questions are answered I always get the same motivating line from my support, "Please call me back anytime and let me know if there is anything I can do to help you further". This is so motivating and really helps me to exercise one of the most important philosophies you should have in a network marketing business. Patience.

I urge anyone in North Carolina to become a part of the most successful team in the state, and DO NOT WAIT! Strike while the iron is HOT in our region of the southeast.

Drink it. Feel it. Share it.
Invite. Taste. Share.
and most importantly...
Today Not Tomorrow

Sincerely,
Jordan E. Groseclose
A Diamond in the Rough
http://www.mymonavie.com/fruitsofyourlabor/

PS-Anyone in the NC area is more than welcome to call me anytime if you have questions, or are interested in this opportunity to improve your health and wellness.

My number is 336.302.3038

Posted by: Jordan Groseclose | August 9, 2008 7:12 AM

If you become a monavie distributor, then you can get a case for $130 plus shipping.(4-bottles)...about $35 a bottle.

It is an excellent product. If you are experiencing health problems. I would recommend consuming a bottle or two over a few days and then taking 2 ounces a day as recomended for maintenance.

There is a scientific study that was done independently that shows that monavie decreases the size of tumors for people with prostate cancer.

Posted by: Mark | August 16, 2008 6:15 AM

Congratulations on being yet another blog to be overrun by the MovaVie/MLM cultists.

Have you seen this?

http://skeptoid.com/episodes/4086

MonaVie and Other "Superfruit" Juices
Skeptoid #86

Posted by: Sean | August 20, 2008 6:43 PM

jerry why do you bother with this guy? as soon as he compared water with antioxidant rich fruits/berries in a bottle , you should have known that he is in a complete different level than you or I are. Even if you gave him all the proof in the world that this drink works he aint going to take that very well, and I dont think he would even stop there. My dad always told me dont waste your time answering fools. Im not a monavie distributor but I know a fool when I hear one, cause I use to be one of them untill I met my mentor and changed quadrants!

Posted by: rex | July 20, 2009 12:09 PM