The Herbalife weight loss company has as its mission, the goal to transform people's lives through the provision of excellent business opportunities in direct marketing and distribution of the highest quality nutrition, general wellness, weight management supplements, and products available. The general promotion of healthy lifestyles, fitness, correct eating habits and nutrition intake, together with overall care of the body, forms part of the goals of this weight loss company.

The founder of Herbalife - Mark Hughes

Herbalife was established in 1980 by Mark Hughes who had as his mission to help people with obesity, nutrition and health problems to succeed in losing weight while maintaining good health. He dedicated his life to the development of scientifically proven supplements and weight management programs.

Part of his vision was to help people become financially independent. As such, people around the globe, have become independent Herbalife distributors with the support of the company. He passed away in 2000, but his vision has lived on the present day Herbalife.

Background on the CEO - Michael O. Johnson

Michael O. Johnson became CEO of Herbalife in 2003 and has since then taken the company to new heights. His dedication led to the establishment of the Medical and Scientific Advisory Boards.

Several enormous product launches have been made since then. This includes Niteworks, which is a breakthrough in supplements to promote cardiovascular health, and the ShapeWorks weight loss and management program that has helped thousands of people to reach and maintain their ideal body weight.

Other excellent products have also seen the market since his acceptance of the CEO position, including, NouriFusion and Garden 7, which is a fruit a vegetable supplement. This has helped to establish Herbalife as the most trusted weight loss company around.

The company's role in society

Herbalife promotes general well-being and healthy lifestyles. The company is committed to social responsibility, as is evident in its support and funding of several charity organizations around the world. An example of Herbalife's commitment to the social welfare of people include the Tsunami and Hurricane Disaster Relief Funds, set up by Herbalife Family Foundation, to aid people who have been affected by these natural disasters.

Herbalife and sport

The company sponsors several health and fitness events. Examples include the JPMorgan Chase Open Tennis Tournament, sponsored and presented by Herbalife in 2005 and 2006. More than 59 000 spectators attended. The Blenheim Triathlon of 2006 with swimming, cycling and running as events, and the Italian Beach Volleyball Championship held in 2006, are also examples.

Products

Herbalife has set up scientific bodies for the research and development of high quality nutrition and health related products for the promotion of general wellbeing. The company is also actively involved in the provision of sound advice, education, and information in these areas.

The extensive product range, available from this renowned weight loss company includes, a complete skin care range; weight management programs and products; inner and outer nutrition products; anti-aging assistance, as well as sport and fitness supplements, to name but a few.

Business opportunities

Herbalife offers you the opportunity to become your own boss. Join the network of more than one million independent Herbalife distributors worldwide and earn excellent income while being in control of your own time. No previous experience or education is needed since you will receive ongoing support and training from Herbalife. The benefits of becoming a Herbalife distributor where you run your own weight loss company include:

Excellent income

The Herbalife commission and income structure has been developed with the distributors in mind.

Low startup costs

Starting your own business can cost thousands, but becoming an independent Herbalife distributor, involves only a small capital lay-out with huge return potential on your initial investment.

Ongoing training and support

Excellent online training tools are available to help you in becoming the professional consultant you have always longed to be. Regular seminars, workshops and other events are held where distributors can increase their knowledge.

Scientifically tested products

Herbalife is famed for its well researched and scientifically proven products, which in the in the range of personal care, inner and outer nutrition, and weight loss areas, rank amongst the best in the world.

Testimonies of success

The millions of people who have already benefited from Herbalife products, together with the thousands of Herbalife weight loss company distributor success stories, is evidence of the company's excellent track record.

Join the ranks of people who have changed their lives for the better by becoming distributors of high quality products for this dynamic and successful weight loss company.

If you would like to find out more about how Herbalife can aid you in your weight loss by developing a program for you which ideally suits the needs of your own body, why not Email Us info@shapelife.co.za

(The information on this page are the comments of an independent Herbalife distributor).