"I Love This Stuff!"

Last winter I was hired to create a training site for Zija distributors. While reading through all the information my 'nutritionist' hat slid on, and next thing I knew I just had to try it (you may not know I was a nutritionist for a number of years, counseling patients for a holistic medical practice).

Zija sounded good on the web page, but, frankly, I was astounded to have all arthritis symptoms disappear within a week (allowing me to reduce medication to a very minimal level), my mental stamina improved tremendously and I was bouncing up out of my chair, brimming with energy.

Placebo effect? After several months of taking Zija I ran out and didn't buy more. A couple of weeks later, I woke up one morning aching all over, especially in my knees. My mood had turned gray and nothing seemed to lift it, and I couldn't work up any enthusiasm for anything. I slogged through mud for a couple of weeks before having an 'Ah Ha' moment - Zija! Sure enough, once I returned to my daily can of Zija, I was back to full mental and physical energy and lost all the aches and pains.

My husband has had a very positive experience with Zija, also. He doesn't always notice, but I clearly see him getting through his busy weeks in much better shape when he's drinking Zija.

I've seen a lot of nutritional products on the Internet and have ignored most of them because of dubious qualifications. This one is a real winner.

One can of Zija contains the nutrient value of $35 - $50 worth of organic produce. It's formulated to be 'alive', making it especially bioavailable.

The Zija website is currently being remodeled, so I've copied some of the Zija product information below. If you have any questions or would like to try some yourself, please send me a message using the form at www.TeresaFreedOnline.com (or call me if you have my number). I'll put you in touch with someone who can help you.

- Teresa Freed

Zija is a delicious, all-natural beverage blended from a miracle plant called Moringa, considered by many to be the most nutrient-rich plant ever discovered.

Zija is the first, and only, company to channel Moringa's dramatic nutritional properties into a refreshing, nourishing beverage.

The proprietary Zija beverage is 100% natural, Halal and Kosher certified, and contains over 90 verifiable nutrients in each serving. Our product is overflowing with vitamins, antioxidants, minerals, omega oils and vital proteins.

"Moringa is an extraordinary plant. It's a plant that has all the nutrients that could be found in a perfect food."
-Monica Marcu, Ph.D.

For centuries, many cultures have looked to Moringa as a general remedy and healing agent. Moringa's benefits are both broad and compelling. Legend has it that Moringa's effectiveness is known for treating more than 300 conditions and has been heavily utilized in folk medicine to treat a variety of health conditions.

Natural benefits from Moringa:

- Nourishes body's immune system
- Promotes healthy circulation
- Supports normal blood glucose levels
- Natural anti-aging benefits
- Anti-Inflammatory support
- Promotes healthy digestion
- Heightens mental clarity
- Naturally increases energy

Moringa is a natural, nutritional powerhouse. While it's one of the newer discoveries to modern science, Moringa has been making strides in various societies for thousands of years. Moringa continues to amaze the scientific world with its amazing balance of antioxidants, minerals and amino acids.

Ancient Indian writings, dating as far back as 150 B.C., refer to the Moringa plant and its uses. Early Romans, Greeks, and Egyptians prized Moringa for its therapeutic properties and also used it to protect skin, make perfume, and purify water for drinking. Now this humble plant, often called "the Miracle Tree," is coming to the forefront through Zija, the Moringa company.

Dozens of humanitarian organizations now promote the use of Moringa in poverty-stricken areas to combat malnutrition and its adverse effects on the body. Groups such as Church World Service, Educational Concerns for Hunger Organization, National Science Foundation, and others are reintroducing the different health benefits of this fast-growing, drought-resistant plant to malnourished people in various underdeveloped areas.

While conventional treatments for malnutrition normally take months, healthcare professionals have discovered that people taking Moringa show improvement within days. One of the more amazing things Moringa is being used for is to prevent childhood blindness, a condition that can develop from vitamin A and retinol deficiencies. Moringa contains sufficient amounts of these nutrients to eliminate this condition.

Biochemists, natural scientists, and healthcare workers are busy substantiating ancient claims of Moringa's effectiveness in treating more than 300 conditions. Their research has led to the documentation of its astonishing range of natural vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients.

Many people taking Moringa have reported rapid improvements in skin, digestion, eyesight, mental clarity, and overall well-being, plus a reduction in symptoms associated with fatigue, arthritic-like conditions, and aging, to name a few.

In addition to its wealth of vitamins and minerals, the Moringa plant provides a rich and rare combination of zeatin, quercetin, beta-sitosterol, caffeoylquinic acid, and kaempferol. We call this compound Z-Atin, and it's found only in Zija. Z-Atin is the metabolic trigger for complete nutrient absorption and it guarantees that you get all the goodness of Moringa found in Zija.

Ongoing Moringa research has been validated with thousands of individual experiences in countries all over the world. Moringa could be the miracle food the world has been looking for and Zija is positioned to deliver this miracle plant in a safe and efficacious product called Zija.

"There is no better liquid beverage or supplement for beneficial long-term health currently on the market that gets anywhere near Zija's quality."
-Russ Bianchi, world renowned food formulator and scientist

SUPERIOR NUTRITION IN A CAN

Zija is overflowing with cell-ready nutrients, antioxidants, and vital proteins. Zija is the first and only company to channel Moringa's dramatic nutritional properties into a refreshing, nourishing beverage for everyday use.

Zija Facts:

- No Mixing - Just Shake and Drink!
- 100% Natural with only 19 Calories
- Kosher and Halal Certified
- Flash Pasteurized - No Chemicals - No
   Preservatives
- Nothing Synthetic - No Concentrates
- Convenient 5.5 oz. Safety Coated Can
- Great In-Between Meal Supplement

Zija is ideal for just about everyone who doesn't always eat right, including active children - but it's also important for those who ARE careful about what they eat.

Did you know that your body doesn't absorb every nutrient you take in? So, while you might be eating right, it's nearly impossible to get all of the right nutrients, all of the time. Enter Z-Atin, the power behind the smart supplement, Zija. Your ability to absorb nutrients just went up.

Z-Atin nudges your metabolism and makes Zija's wealth of nutrients work for you. Z-Atin improves the effectiveness of balanced nutrients in the body - including the treasure trove of nutrients you're already getting just by drinking Zija. Created by one of the world's foremost nutrition formulators, Z-Atin is the perfect, balanced, natural combination of zeatin, quercetin, beta-sitosterol, caffeoylquinic acid, and kaempferol, naturally found in Moringa oleifera.

Zija is a fusion of all-natural ingredients, including 30 grams of organically harvested Moringa leaf, fruit and seed. Together, the synergistic effect of Z-atin and the proprietary blend of Moringa create a delicious tasting beverage that is convenient, on-the-go, and easy to sample.

ZEATIN: A supreme antioxidant with powerful anti-aging properties.

QUERCETIN: A vital flavonoid with antioxidant properties. It is one of the best naturally occurring anti-inflammatory agents available.

BETA-SITOSTEROL: Blocks "bad" cholesterol absorption from food, normalizes blood sugar, enhances the immune system, and acts as a supreme anti-inflammatory agent.

CAFFEOYLQUINIC ACID: Exhibits significant anti-inflammatory activity.

KAEMPFEROL: Proven to encourage healthy cell growth and function.

Each one of Z-Atin's components has its own benefits. Zija contains just the right amount of each natural ingredient to maximize the effect of Z-Atin. Combined, they work synergistically to nudge your metabolism for real nutrient absorption.

Zija is formulated for bioavailablity and easy absorption in the body. Just one serving of Zija per day provides you with vital antioxidants, minerals, omega oils, and essential amino acids.

The Zija product formulator developed the proprietary Zija beverage to contain efficacious levels of 90 plus cell-ready nutrients. This patent pending formulation delivers multiple anti-aging and anti-inflammatory compounds that vitalize the mind and body.

The science and quality control that goes into making Zija is the reason we have the premier natural beverage in the wellness industry today. Zija provides you with a balanced, convenient, approach to your nutrition.
 

Answers to Zija Questions

Q: What is in Zija?

A: Zija is the first available nutritional health beverage (100% natural liquid dietary supplement) from the nutrient-rich Moringa oleifera. It's packed with 90-plus verifiable nutrients, vitamins, minerals, amino acids (all of them), omega oils, phytonutrients, supreme antioxidants and anti-inflammatories found in Moringa. Zija contains 30 grams of Moringa (fruit, leaf, seed), natural cane sugar, natural flavor, citric acid (natural preservative), agar, acacia and ester gums, fruit pectin (assists suspension), and purified spring water.


Q: When is the best time to drink Zija?

A: The best time to drink Zija is on an empty stomach at least 15 minutes before a healthy meal. Zija was designed to be fully absorbable by the body, and any other foods or beverages may reduce bioavailability.


Q: What can Zija do for me?

A: Many have reported improvements in digestion, vision, mental clarity, overall well-being, plus a reduction in symptoms associated with fatigue, diabetes, high blood pressure, arthritis, and aging. Additional benefits such as improved skin and positive mood are reported.


Q: How long does it take to feel a difference?

A: We have had people tell us they have noticed a difference in 7-10 days. However, please remember that everyone responds differently to Zija.


Q: What is a metabolic trigger?

A: A metabolic trigger means that Zija's synergistic Z-Atin sets your nutritional process in motion to absorb the nutrients optimally. Z-Atin is a combination of naturally occurring nutrients in Moringa - antioxidants, flavonoids, and phytochemicals to synergistically trigger your metabolism. These nutrients benefit your heart, skin, blood sugar levels and cells, and help where your body needs nutrients most.


Q: What are the specific nutrient values of Zija?

A: The specific ingredients of Zija are as follows: Moringa oleifera leaf powder, leaf puree, seed cake, fruit powder and fruit juice in a proprietary blend that has 30 grams per can. Additionally, Zija contains purified spring water, natural flavors, citric acid, agar, acacia and ester gums, and fruit pectin. All vitamins and minerals, fibers, anti-oxidants, nutrients, and anti-inflammatories in Zija (over 90 in all) are naturally occurring from the Moringa in each can.

Regarding specific nutrient values - we do not disclose these values because they are proprietary in nature. All vitamins and minerals from Zija are bioavailable and utilizable in human metabolization. The Moringa plant, commonly known as the Miracle Tree, has been used by people all over the world for thousands of years. For further information on the nutrient values of Moringa we highly recommend reading the MIRACLE TREE book by Dr. Monica Marcu, Pharmacological Botanist and Clinical Pharmacological. You may also wish to visit www.pubmed.com to view a number of vetted abstracts or access www.treesforlife.org for worldwide support of this miracle plant.


Q: Is caffeoylquinic acid similar to caffeine?

A: No. Caffeoylquinic acid is a member of the flavonoids family and has incredible healing properties. Zija contains no caffeine or stimulants.


Q: Is Zija Gluten and MSG (Monosodium glutamate) Free?

A: Absolutely! Our entire product line is confidently 100% free of Gluten and MSG.


Q: Is Moringa oleifera GM (genetically modified)?

A: No, Moringa is one of few beneficial plants NOT genetically modified (GM). Today, alarmingly there are thousands of GM plants. Recent news reports confirm research brought to the media several years ago, that in animal studies a diet rich in GM corn fed to animals caused them to develop abnormalities to internal organs and changes to their blood. These studies raise fears that human health could be affected by eating GM food. In Dr. Monica G. Marcu's book, Miracle Tree, she outlines the current health concerns of GM corn and soy as the modern day health hazard, especially among infants, and Moringa is a superior replacement, unblemished by GM as it delivers supreme nutrition to all ages.


Q: How is Zija manufactured?

A: One of the world's most renowned formulators created this potent combination of Moringa's most nutrient - rich parts - the leaves, fruit, and seeds. Everything good about the Moringa plant is part of Zija. 100% natural, no chemicals, preservatives, or concentrates. Zija is processed using flash pasteurization, bringing the beverage to a certain temperature for a very short amount of time, then immediately cooled to ensure that none of the valuable nutrients are lost.


Q: Why is Zija packaged in cans?

A: We chose the can for several reasons - safety, convenience, and protection. Unlike glass, no foreign objects will ever get into the product and cause harm to the consumer. Cans provide a 100% light barrier which protects nutrients and potency. The can's interior has been safety coated with an approved aquaeous food-grade, plastic-free coating.


Q: Is Zija Kosher or Halal certified?

A: Yes. Zija is Kosher and Halal certified.


Q: What is Moringa oleifera?

A: Moringa oleifera is the most nutrient-rich plant yet discovered and has been making strides in less-developed societies for thousands of years. Moringa provides a rich and rare combination of nutrients, amino acids, antioxidants, antiaging and anti-inflammatory properties used for nutrition and healing.


Q: What scientific studies support Moringa?

A: In the last ten years, extensive research articles, theses, reports, and patents have been published. Newspapers, scientific journals, and documentaries (Discovery Channel) feature Moringa more and more. The recently organized Moringa Tree International Conference sponsors education on Moringa's use as an indigenous resource for fighting hunger and malnutrition.


Q: Is Moringa safe?

A: In underdeveloped countries, health organizations and clinics distribute Moringa to infants, children, pregnant and lactating women. Moringa is sometimes called "Mother's Best Friend" and "Miracle Tree." Since 1998, the World Health Organization and humanitarians have promoted Moringa as an alternative to imported food supplies to treat malnutrition. Visit www.pubmed.com.


Q: Are there any side effects?

A: Moringa contains a high amount of chlorophyll and some may experience an upset stomach or nausea due to chlorophyll's initial detoxification effect. If that occurs, we recommend drinking 1/2 can of Zija per day for one week, until detox side effects subside. Please consult your doctor if you have health concerns.


Q: Is Moringa safe to take with medications?

A: We are not aware of any negative interactions. Please consult your doctor if you have health concerns.


Q: Why does Zija use pure cane sugar?

A: Zija has 2 grams, or less, of natural pure cane sugar for better osmotic absorption of all bioavailable nutrients of Moringa and improved flavor. Zija does NOT use any nutrient-deficient, concentrated, chemically-altered, deionized fruit juice concentrates, or chemically produced and refined high fructose corn syrup, or hydrolyzed high fructose inulin sweeteners, unsafe artificial polyols, also found in soft drinks and other beverages, confectionery or processed foods. Many of these forms of refined sweeteners have been empirically, medically, and scientifically linked to nutrient depletion, cardiovascular disease, obesity, diabetes, hypoglycemia, and cancer.


Q: What sets Zija apart from other beverages and liquid dietary supplements?

A: Most liquid dietary supplements and fruit drinks are made from fruit juice concentrates. Research and analytical tests confirm concentrates are essentially sugar and flavor as the concentration process strips out 90% of the nutrients. Zija is the first health beverage (100% natural liquid dietary supplement) using all of the beneficial and nutritious parts of the Moringa plant.


Q: What is the best book or reference I can get on Moringa oleifera?

A: The most recent publication on Moringa oleifera is by Dr. Monica Marcu, Miracle Tree, which is said to be the definitive reference. Early reviews call Marcu's book the leading reference on Moringa as she takes her clinical and analytical laboratory experience and gives the health-conscious reader understanding on a majority of Moringa's wealth of nutrients. She also covers Moringa's history, re-discovery, nutrients, benefits, and traditional cures and modern uses. The information presented goes in-depth on the value of Moringa's nutrients and amazing phytochemical compounds.


Q: Do you use a concentrate or extract process to manufacture Zija as some competitor's product use?

A: In a word, No. Making a juice concentrate consists of heating to a high enough temperature so that the water content evaporates, leaving behind a stronger flavor than what would happen naturally. But this changes the character, especially the nutritional character, and detrimentally increases sugar content. This is the reason manufacturers of juices and liquid dietary supplements add large amounts of manufactured and synthesized vitamins and minerals back in before packaging. Your body recognizes synthesized nutrients as foreign and they have been proven through research to be less bioavailable, less absorbable. Other competitive companies with liquid dietary supplements see Zija as a threat as we deliver to the consumer a highly efficacious and nutritious product without the use of concentrates or synthesized nutrients. Zija contains the natural, unblemished goodness from the Moringa oleifera.


Q: Is Moringa's dried leaf powder more potent than fresh Moringa leaf?

A: When you take a delicate Moringa leaf and carefully shade dry it - amazing things happen. There is significantly higher nutritional value in the Moringa dried leaf, in some cases over ten times in specific nutrients when compared to fresh Moringa leaf. Many universities and independent research laboratory analyses have confirmed the higher nutritional values in the dried leaf powder. Looking at the label of Zija, you'll see that we use both Moringa fresh leaf and dried leaf, in addition to the fruit and seed cake. What's more amazing is the gram for gram comparison of Moringa to common fruits and vegetables. The nutritional values of Moringa's many vitamins, antioxidants, minerals, amino acids, chlorophyll, and anti-aging compounds are higher than it's own fresh leaves.


Q: What is the difference between Zija's minerals compared to manufactured mineral supplements?

A: Manufactured minerals are simply industrial rocks and not an organic food for humans. With the exception of common table salt, studies show the body treats these isolated minerals like foreign substances, and nutritional absorption is limited. It is not the amount of a mineral you ingest that is important, but its form and how much is absorbed that counts the most. That's why studies show that minerals in their natural state deliver more nutrition than individual supplements. For biochemical reasons this proves that food plant minerals are superior for humans.

Recently a world-renowned nutritional formulator stated that only 8% to 10% of vitamin and mineral tablets are absorbed. Contrast that to the 100% absorption rate of Zija. Zija delivers synergy. Synergy means that the whole is greater than the sum of its parts. The "Miracle Tree", Moringa oleifera, is a highly complex and nutrient-rich plant source and Zija has a special proprietary combination of the five beneficial plant parts of Moringa. Zija's variety of vitamins, minerals, amino acids, antioxidants, cofactors, trace elements, activators, regulators and many other phytonutrients all work together synergistically to enable each nutrient to do its complex job in your body. Here is a sample of bioavailability of whole plant minerals compared to isolated mineral supplements:

Bioavailability of Whole Plant Minerals

Calcium - Up to 8.79 times more bioavailable.
Chromium - Up to 25 times more bioavailable.
Copper - 1.85 time more retained in the liver.
Iron - 1.77 times more absorbed into blood.
Magnesium - Up to 2.20 times more bioavailable.
Manganese - 1.63 times more retained in the liver.
Molybdenum - 16.49 times more absorbed into blood.
Selenium - Up to 17.60 times the antioxidant effect.
Zinc - 6.46 times more absorbed into blood.

Q: Does Zija lose any of the natural vitamins, minerals and nutrients from the Moringa plant during the pasteurization process?

A: No, Zija is processed using a unique pasteurization process referred to as flash pasteurization. Flash pasteurization brings the liquid to a certain temperature for a very short amount of time and the beverage is immediately sent through a cooling process to ensure that none of the valuable nutrients are lost during this process.


Q: I've learned Zija has more anti-inflammatory compounds and antioxidants than any other supplements. How many of each of these is in the Zija beverage?

A: Before providing the specific information, you should know that antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds work best when combined with other antioxidants and anti-inflammatory agents. Nature allowed for a better efficacy when combined, a synergy of the compounds being much more effective than a single compound. Moringa contains the following antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds or compounds with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory characteristics.

Antioxidant:

Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Vitamin K, Vitamin B (Choline), Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Vitamin B6, Alanine, Alpha-Carotene, Arginine, Beta-Carotene, Beta-sitosterol, Caffeoylquinic Acid, Campesterol, Carotenoids, Chlorophyll, Chromium, Delta-5-Avenasterol, Delta-7-Avenasterol, Glutathione, Histidine, Indole Acetic Acid, Indoleacetonitrile, Kaempferal, Leucine, Lutein, Methionine, Myristic-Acid, Palmitic-Acid, Prolamine, Proline, Quercetin, Rutin, Selenium, Threonine, Tryptophan, Xanthins, Xanthophyll, Zeatin, Zeaxanthin, Zinc.

Anti-inflammatory:

Vitamin A, Vitamin B1 (Thiamin), Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Arginine, Beta-sitosterol, Caffeoylquinic Acid, Calcium, Chlorophyll, Copper, Cystine, Omega 3, Omega 6, Omega 9, Fiber, Glutathione, Histidine, Indole Acetic Acid, Indoleacetonitrile, Isoleucine, Kaempferal, Leucine, Magnesium, Oleic-Acid, Phenylalanine, Potassium, Quercetin, Rutin, Selenium, Stigmasterol, Sulfur, Tryptophan, Tyrosine, Zeatin, Zinc.

There are over 46 antioxidants and 36 anti-inflammatory compounds all naturally occurring in the Moringa plant. This is why we refer to Zija as having supreme antioxidants and supreme anti-inflammatory characteristics. When consumed as part of the Zija beverage, the efficacy is much greater than if consumed separately or from synthetic sources.


Q: Is Zija organic, and does it have preservatives?

A: Zija's Moringa is organically harvested - the way Mother Nature intended. We do not include preservatives other than a high quality, natural preservative found in lemons and limes - citric acid. Unlike synthetic vitamins, Zija is a pure, all-natural source of nutrition. Shelf life of up to one year is expected, yet we recommend you drink Zija daily for optimum cumulative benefits.