Saturday, January 24, 2009

Can TriVita Be a SCAM if this happens?

I'm listening right now to a TriVita Conference call....(The team I'm on has 7 conference calls weekly). On this particular call a new member spoke who just joined last month. His name is Anthony and he's from New Jersey. He's already a 4star Business Affiliate and He said he already has about 1500 customers in his organization.

1500 customers!! in ONE month!!

Of course, his experience is exceptional but I'm inspired to know it's possible.

You can listen to a recording of one of our conference calls at http://www.sixfigureincomecall.com
or http://www.trivitacall.com
or by calling
212-990-6549

and here's a schedule of the live conference calls:

TEAM LIVE BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY CALLS

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday
9 pm EDT

Tuesday and Friday
12 pm EDT

Saturday
11 am EDT

1-212-461-5860
PIN 7878#

TRIVITA CORPORATE CALL

Tuesday
9 pm EDT
1-212-461-5860
PIN 0752#


Wednesday, January 21, 2009

TriVita News Release-Sonoran Bloom

TriVita has announced a new product line called Sonoran Bloom™. On April 1, 2009 they plan to introduce the first of these products which are made from the Nopalea Cacti found in the Sonoran Desert. There will initially be two products. An Opuntia liquid concentrate and Streptocantha gel which will have a topical application. This line has been in development for over 2 years. This is one more example of how serious the Trivita company is about marketing legitimate high quality products.

Below find a News Release from TriVita president Michael Ellison regarding the Sonoran Bloom™ product line and which also gives some details on the Share-and-Earn Program they plan to launch at the same time.

Sonoran Bloom - Share and Earn Program
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Jan, 2009):

TriVita Enhances Business Model to Support Launch of its New Product Line SCOTTSDALE, Arizona, January 8th, 2009 - TriVita, Inc. announced they are enhancing their direct-to-consumer business model to feature a Share-and-Earn program for TriVita customers in conjunction with the launch of their new Sonoran Bloom™ product line scheduled to launch April 1st, 2009.

TriVita joined the Direct Sellers Association in 2008 to evaluate the possibility of offering a reselling business program to its Members. "After reviewing our long-term goals of taking our new Sonoran Bloom™ product line international, we knew we had to change from an exclusively media-driven commerce model. This new channel of distribution will help us grow not only domestically but also in those countries whose media infrastructure and regulatory restrictions make growth very challenging," said Michael Ellison, TriVita CEO.

"TriVita Members and Affiliates will have the opportunity to tell others about their personal product experiences, by sharing and sampling our products." TriVita's new Share-and-Earn program is backed by a significant compensation plan that pays out a true 70% on all Sonoran Bloom™ products sold and consumed by new Affiliates for ninety days. This increased compensation opportunity is designed to help TriVita create new product distribution channels as well as helping the new Affiliate earn an extra $500 to $2,000 in their first 90 days.

"When we created the Share-and-Earn compensation program we took the new Affiliate into careful consideration knowing the nature of the high fall-out rate in Direct Sales. We want to change that by helping new Affiliates experience some level of success in their first 90 days. So we created a compensation plan that would reward the enroller and their team up to three generations but also reward the Directors and even the Presidential Directors for their support of a new and growing team in their organization," said Marcus Ellison, Senior VP of Sales & Marketing.

TriVita is partnering with fellow Direct Seller Association Member Supplier VERTEX to implement the requisite internal restructuring. "We have selected VERTEX to support our new sales tax systems which include both software and ongoing support services. We believe that with the support of the Direct Sellers Association services and the long-standing successful relationships it has with its member companies, we have a very promising future for our growth goals," said Don Kurtenbach, CFO of TriVita.

"The new Sonoran Bloom™ product line - which includes a proprietary Opuntia liquid concentrate and Streptocantha gel - have significant health applications and benefits," said TriVita Chief Science Officer, Brazos Minshew.

"These products offer our Members and Affiliates true wellness benefits by helping with detoxification and reducing inflammation. The source plants for the Sonoran Bloom™ products are considered healing food plants and were used by ancient people in the Sonora desert. Not only will this story be told by TriVita, but also by our Members and Affiliates, who we believe will want to share these discoveries and results with people all over the world," said Minshew.

The target date for the launch of the new Share-and-Earn program is April 1st, 2009. Promotional and training events are scheduled in 30 cities to reinforce the launch of both the reselling program and the Sonoran Bloom™ product line. TriVita is planning a special kick-off event to introduce the new Sonoran Bloom™ product line and provide Affiliate training on the Share-and-Earn compensation program March 26th in Phoenix, Arizona.

Sunday, January 18, 2009

Trivita and Diabetes....Is it a SCAM??

One of the things that reassures me that TriVita is not a scam is the scientifically based and doctor developed products.

And a great example of this is in the two products that I have noticed are particularly beneficial for diabetics.

The First product is Stevia and is actually beneficial for anyone who is now using another artificial sweetener or even anyone using sugar and not just better for diabetics.

Benefits include:

  • Healthier alternative to sugar
  • Nourishes the pancreas
  • Won’t cause tooth decay
  • Nutritionally supports healthy digestion and gastrointestinal function
  • Does not raise blood sugar
Stevia has very recently been approved by the FDA. Prior to that although stivia has long been widely used worldwide and has been considered much safer than the artificial sweeteners marketed in the United States. Stevia, also known as Sweetleaf Stevia, and it's extracts could be marketed in the U.S. but only as a food and not as a sweetener.

Stevia is the only artificial sweetener available to us that is made from a herb. All of the other artificial sweeteners were developed in a lab and are chemically made. And, of course, all of the other artificial sweeteners have been tied to various serious health problems. In contrast Aspartame marketed as NutraSweet and Equal is considered by some to be by far the most dangerous substance on the market that is added to foods. Aspartame accounts for over 75% of the adverse reactions to food additives reported to the US FDA. Many of these reactions are very serious, including seizures and death as recently disclosed in a February 1994 Department of Health and Human Services report.

In addition, it is much sweeter than sugar (10-15 times sweeter) with none of the health risks associated with sugar. Food and drink companies in the U.S.A. are now developing products sweetened with the healthy alternative.

Studies have found that Stevia usage involves zero health risk. The sweetener stevia comes from Stevia Rebaudiana, an herb in the Chrysanthemum family which grows wild in parts of Paraguay and Brazil and has been used to sweeten since the 1800's and possibly earlier. It has been thoroughly tested in dozens of tests worldwide and proven to be completely non-toxic. And although any one with a diabetic condition should consult their physician before use, stevia does not raise blood sugar levels and if fact some studies suggest it may lower blood sugar.

Trivita markets a liquid version of Stevia (www.trivitacentral.com).
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The Second is called GlucoBalance Formula. This product has multiple benefits for anyone attempting to stabilize their blood sugar. The promoted benefits include:
  • Help reduce insulin resistance
  • Stimulate insulin production
  • Decrease carb cravings
  • Promote weight loss

The Trivita.com website also has on this and other products testimonials from actual customers who use the products.

* You should not stop taking any medication without first consulting your health care provider.

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And finally, these and all other TriVita products have a 60 day money back guarantee. That shows me they have faith in their products.



Sunday, January 11, 2009

TriVita Scam Research and the BBB(Better Business Bureau)

I'm sure most everyone is aware of the Better Business Bureau, basically it is a consumer advocacy company who rates companies based on their response to consumer complaints and at times acts as an intermediary for resolution of those complaints. For someone looking to do business with a company of any kind, the BBB is an invaluable tool. If you are looking at a home-based business and you are hearing all the hype but want a more objective evaluation, the BBB is one place to go.

For example, the last home-based business I was involved in prior to looking at TriVita has a rating of F with the BBB. In the last 36 months they've had 1763 complaints.....I should have paid better attention!

Another business I see promoted on the internet alot is GDI(Global Domains, Inc.). They are not a member of the BBB and have a rating of F. Doesn't inspire confidence.

In contrast, WalMart has had 197 complaints in the last 36 months and based on resolution of the complaints has a rating of A+. To me, it looks like they pay attention to customer satisfaction.

Sears has had 15,681 compaints in the last 36 months and is rated Satifactory.

Ok, how about TriVita? In the last 36 months, TriVita has had 5 complaints with the BBB and all 5 have been resolved. They have a rating of A- and have been an accredited member of the BBB since February, 2004.

Furthermore, Ellison Media (parent company of TriVita) has been an accredited member of the BBB since October, 1997 and has a rating of A+.

Is TriVita a scam? Not according to anything I've found with the Better Business Bureau.

Wednesday, January 7, 2009

Foundational Values of Trivita

One of the reassuring things to me about Trivita in my evaluation of it's legitimacy and to determine if it is a scam is their list of foundational values. These are the principles by which they evaluate potential products and their committment to their customers.

I believe that so many of the so-called health and wellness companies only value is the products' abilities to produce a profit----doesn't matter if they work, doesn't matter if the ingredients are of high quality. They don't do research and they don't guarantee their product or customer satisfaction.

The TriVita claim is that every essential nutrient meets these 10 foundational values and comes with a guarantee of customer satisfaction.

Here are the "10 Foundational Values" quoted from the TriVita website:


Our medical board uses their extensive health and nutrition knowledge to approve proprietary TriVita supplements based on the latest scientific research and the health and wellness concerns of our Members.


Unlike other supplements that can be difficult to absorb, TriVita supplements are developed for maximum absorption and effect.


Signature products from TriVita undergo medical studies and trials at accredited universities and medical centers to ensure their effectiveness.


TriVita uses the highest-quality essential nutrients available to create effective, body-friendly formulas without caffeine, mood altering stimulants or harmful chemicals.


We voluntarily adhere to the strict manufacturing guidelines of the Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).


In addition to our own quality control, we commission third-party testing and research to guarantee that our products are full potency and meet all regulatory standards.


Safety is a top priority in our packaging and manufacturing; we inspect each product at least 10 times and use two safety seals per package on all ingestible products to guarantee safety, freshness, and product potency.


TriVita partners with the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) and the American College of Family Physicians (ACFP) to provide continuing education programs - teaching family physicians to share natural health solutions with their patients.


TriVita's advisory panel of Board Certified physicians provide us with the latest information on scientific developments and testing methods.


We promise to provide the best customer experience possible and offer a 60-Day Money Back Guarantee on all of our products.

Thursday, December 11, 2008

Bogus Biz-Ops Abound!!!!!!!!

I am amazed at how much junk mail I get every single day from people promising to make me rich..............like yesterday!

I HATE those scams!!!
.....I've been scammed once or twice myself......they just make it sound soooooooo good!

So how does Trivita compare to all the bogus promises of wealth and prosperity with no effort and no investment?

Don't look at this company if you are looking to get rich quick...you won't get rich quick. To me that's a good thing....I don't want someone making me promises that seem too good to be true.

Don't look at Trivita if you want to build a business with no effort.....you are going to have to invest some of your time and some of your energy and some of your money. Well at least, you will earn more if you put more into your business. Some people are satisfied to just invest money and let Trivita do the rest...it works, it's just slower and less profitable. It's your business, you decide.

Don't look at this company if you want to direct sell....the business affiliates in this company do not have to sell the products. (great products, over 60 of them, but we don't sell them). Trivita sells their products through Television infomercials, radio, and print advertising... and they follow up with the customers too.

With Trivita you can join today and have customers tomorrow and you never have to tell another soul about this opportunity to make a good income. In other words, it's not an MLM. It's a customer based business, not an affiliate based business. The good thing about this aspect of Trivita is, if you choose to introduce others into your business and build your business that way....you are still not dependent on them sticking with it for you to make money because if they leave, their customers stay and you still make money on the customers' purchases.

Finally, unlike all those SCAMS and CASH MACHINES and GUARANTEED MILLIONAIRES and LAZY MAN'S ROAD TO RICHES.......Trivita is a 9 year old company with a 35 year old parent company founded by and run by people of integrity.


Do your own research...I challenge you to find negatives about Trivita. I tried and I failed.
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Go to the Trivita website for details: Trivita

Tuesday, December 2, 2008

Can I make money with Trivita?

Probably more to the point to anyone reading this blog....Can you make money with Trivita or Can anyone make money with Trivita?

Well, I'm certain nobody is going to get rich quick with Trivita. In fact, the Trivita websites and phone conferences and recorded calls are very clear on the point that this is not a method to get rich quick.

I'm thinking that anyone can make money with Trivita if they are willing to invest in their future. You've heard that it takes money to make money. With Trivita you will have to invest a certain amount of money....how much money, time and effort you invest in your Trivita business will directly impact how much money you make in return. I mean, doesn't that make sense? Isn't that the way it is with any real business?

With Trivita, you have a choice. There are different ways to make money. Maybe all you want to put into your business is money....that will work. Maybe you want to invest minimal capital and instead want to build your business through introducing others to the business or to the products......It's your business; you decide.

The difference here is the business model of Trivita is much stronger than what you find in any other home-based business model. Trivita is a customer based business. This is not like any other home-based business or like any multi-level marketing or network marketing format I've found. And it is this difference which makes it possible for anyone to make money with Trivita.

YOU get to decide how many customers you want to profit-share with Trivita.

YOU decide how much money you want to make.

Details on the Trivita Business Opportunity HERE

By the way....after several more weeks of investigation...no sign of any scams with Trivita!