MonaVie Active™ Frequently Asked Questions
What is acai?
Acai is a small, round, dark-purple berry with amazing nutritional properties. Its appearance is similar to that of a grape, but it has a smaller amount of pulp and a single large seed. Scientific experts have referred to the acai berry as the most nutritious and powerful food in the world.
Does acai have a high ORAC score?
Yes, MonaVie Active’s freeze-dried powder boasts the highest ORAC score of any fruit or vegetable tested to date, on a gram-for-gram basis. The acai berry is the star among other well-known antioxidant fruits, such as blueberries, grapes, cranberries, and pomegranates. Obtaining a variety of antioxidants through diet or supplementation is essential to maintaining good health.
What does ORAC mean?
ORAC (oxygen radical absorption capacity) is a way to measure the antioxidant capacity of a food. Foods with high ORAC values are desirable for their ability to inhibit free radical activity.
What are phytonutrients?
Phytonutrients are powerful antioxidants and naturally occurring compounds that contribute to the flavor, color, and diseaseresistance of plants (i.e., fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes). Maximum health benefits are derived from consuming a variety of phytonutrients with a full spectrum of colors and pigments, such as those found in MonaVie Active products.
What are polyphenols?
Polyphenols are a class of powerful antioxidants that are thought to be responsible for the French Paradox: the French have a diet relatively high in fat, yet have a decreased incidence of heart disease; this is attributed to the amount of polyphenols present in the grapes used to make French wines. MonaVie Active products contain a powerful variety of polyphenols, including anthocyanins.
What is glucosamine hydrochloride?
Glucosamine hydrochloride is a natural compound found in the body that is used to help make and form cartilage. Glucosamine has also been shown to help lubricate, cushion, protect, and rebuild joints.
ARE MONAVIE ACTIVE® PRODUCTS SAFE?
Yes. MonaVie Active contains fruit juices and purees naturally found in the food supply that have been consumed by various cultures for hundreds of years. However, if you have any health concerns, consult a physician before starting any new product or program.
WHAT IS THE SHELF LIFE OF MONAVIE ACTIVE JUICE AND GEL?
If unopened, MonaVie Active and MonaVie Active Gel have a shelf life of one year. If MonaVie Active juice has been opened, then the shelf life is approximately 30–60 days, as long as the opened bottle is refrigerated. MonaVie Active Gel should be consumed in its entirety as soon as it is opened.
MonaVie Active and MonaVie Active Gel
Other Ingredients: Exclusive blend of acai (freeze-dried powder and whole fruit juice); fruit juice from concentrate (white grape, apple, acerola, aronia, purple grape, cranberry, passion fruit, apricot, prune, kiwi, blueberry, wolfberry, pomegranate, lychee, camu camu); fruit purees (pear, banana, bilberry); citric acid, natural flavor, sodium benzoate, D-Glucosamine Hydrochloride, Potassium Sorbate, Esterified Fatty Acids.
MonaVie Active Gel also contains: Maltodextrin, Xanthan Gum, Ascorbic Acid.
Recommended Use
MonaVie Active: Shake well before using. Drink 1 to 2 ounces twice daily. Refrigerate before and after opening. Do not use if safety seal is broken.
MonaVie Active Gel: Take 1–2 packets daily. Refrigerate before opening. Consume entire contents of packet upon opening. Do not use if safety seal is broken.
Go ahead, drink to your health!