Body Key by Nutrilite -- anyone done this?

Phoenix_Rising

The trainer at my gym is rolling out the Body Key program. (By Nutrilite, parent company Amway). They take a mouth swab, test your DNA to see if you are one of three body types (which will help decide the best supplements, diet and exercise to help you lose weight), and then give you supplements and such (listed below).

From the pamphlet:

Take the genetic test and find out which NEW
BODYKEY by NUTRILITE™ plan is right for you.

1. Carb Reducer™ Plan
• BODYKEY Meal
Replacement Shakes
• NUTRILITE® SLIMMETRY®
Dietary Supplement
• NUTRILITE Carb Blocker 2

2. Fat Trimmer™ Plan
• BODYKEY Meal
Replacement Shakes
• NUTRILITE SLIMMETRY
Dietary Supplement
• NUTRILITE CLA 500

3. Better Balancer™ Plan
• BODYKEY Meal
Replacement Shakes
• NUTRILITE SLIMMETRY
Dietary Supplement
• NUTRILITE Glucose Health


Has anyone done this before? Experiences? Results? Side effects?

(Please don't give me any "the only way to lose weight is through exercise and proper diet" sermon. I've been around the weight loss block a couple times, I know what has worked for me in the past is not working for me AT ALL this go round. Working out in a kickboxing boot camp and eating right for the past month has resulted in me not being able to slide off my wedding ring or fit into a gown which fit before I started working out, and my weight has remained the same. I have even cut coffee, sodas, caffeine, and artificial sweeteners. I am posting this to find out experiences from anyone who has used this system.)

If this has been posted as a forum topic before, please give me the link and I'll be glad to read through it. Through the basic search function, I couldn't find anything.

Phoenix_Rising

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thisismeraw

It would work out the same as any other meal replacement program out there. It ultimately cuts your calories. The meal replacements don't do anything magical in terms of increasing your losses. And the pills... they won't make you lose anymore weight.

It isn't a magical system. It is another form of a multi level marketing company. People are distributers who than make money off of your orders... probably why someone suggested it to you in the first place. They want to make money off of you.

To me, it's a complete waste of money. You can get much better and cheaper nutrition from real food as opposed to shakes and pills. Don't go by what people say who sell the stuff as they just want to make money.

Ultimately, these shakes and pills won't give you higher losses than proper diet and exercise. Are you really willing to spend hundreds of dollars on something that won't make for LASTING weight loss? Any weight you do lose due to cutting your calories for some chemical filled shake won't actually last once you stop drinking the shakes and taking the pills. Shake diets don't teach you how to live with sustainable weight loss that is healthy.

This stuff is the same as Body by Vi, Shakelology and the rest of the MLM shake crap out there. Eat real food and don't waste your money. Don't waste your money. Spend the money on a trainer (not the trainer selling this crap) instead.

thisismeraw

Also, I went to take a look through your diary to see if there was anything I could point out to help you with but you haven't filled it in. Do you track elsewhere or do you not track at all?

If you honestly track, measure/weigh your food, make proper choices and get exercise (while changing it up now and again) you will lose weight. It all depends on how much you are eating, exercise you are doing, when you changed things up last, etc.

ninerbuff

Well the positive is that they manufacture their own products (most companies hire 3rd parties to do this then just slap their label on them). Carb blockers haven't be found to really work and CLA is very very modest at helping with weight loss. When you purchase from an MLM company, you're usually paying for the income of the upline (who most of the time had nothing to do with the sale, manufacturing, etc.) which IMO you could go out and spend less to get the same kind of quality supplements.

But I'll re emphasize that if it's not a program you're willing to stick to for life, then chances are it's just a temporary fix. And that's what the diet industry wants: temporary fixes for repeat business.

A.C.E. Certified Personal/Group FitnessTrainer
IDEA Fitness member
Kickboxing Certified Instructor
Been in fitness for 30 years and have studied kinesiology and nutrition

jmoiso

Hi!! I have not tried this system yet, but my husband will be doing so next month when we place in our next orders.
I am currently using Slimmetry and Carb Blockers, and have lost 17lbs in three weeks! They are pretty awesome.

I also replace two meals a day with meal bars and meal replacement shakes. Also, previous posters are correct- these aren't "magic" pills!!! I work out everyday, drink plenty of water, eats lots of fruits & veggies and track all of my calories. In my personal experience, I have found that they have given me an edge with losing weight.

Good luck with your weight loss!!

Phoenix_Rising

Thanks for the feedback The more I looked into it, the deeper I dug, the more I realized it's just another fad diet without substance. And yes, the fitness trainer recommending it is also the rep. That put me on guard right off the bat.

thisismeraw - I don't log my food often enough. I have excuses and I have reasons. *shrug* I'm getting back into working out and I'm very aware of what I eat, which is the start of me getting back into it. I've lost the weight before, with diet and exercise, so I know how to do it again, but this time around it's been harder. I've had a lot of health issues that are preventing me from exercising, but I'm slowly overcoming them. Once I'm ready, I'll start logging better. I do have spells where I log regularly but they are 2 or 3 days here or there. I know I'm not eating at my calorie limit to lose weight but I also know I'm not eating at my calorie level I *was* before.... which means I should see some weight loss, no matter how small. Again... *shrug* I'm doing what I can at the moment. If I'm not sick, someone else in the house is sick, so I do what I can, where I can. Thanks for taking the time to look and try to make suggestions!!

ninerbuff - I love kickboxing! Started it about a month ago. Now only if I can get my kicks in proper form!! grrrr. I have the punches down. I love it!!! Such a great workout!

jmoiso - Good luck on the program! I hope you see great results. I already knew ahead of time I'd have a problem replacing meals with shakes. I just can't do it. Is Slimmetry the Reliv product? I love Reliv. I need to get back to drinking those shakes. They are AMAZING nutritionally!!

ulricaann

Congratulation, I am also on both products and have decided you become an IBO. It was the best choice I have made with working towards a better life. I have lost 10 lb but to be honest with you. At this time in my life I am really busy, so I mostly walk and not do the 4-3-2-1 workout video. Everything is well worth it. I hope that you add me as your friend so that I can be updated with your progress. Good Luck!

ninerbuff

Congratulation, I am also on both products and have decided you become an IBO. It was the best choice I have made with working towards a better life. I have lost 10 lb but to be honest with you. At this time in my life I am really busy, so I mostly walk and not do the 4-3-2-1 workout video. Everything is well worth it. I hope that you add me as your friend so that I can be updated with your progress. Good Luck!

Op decided NOT to do it.

A.C.E. Certified Personal/Group FitnessTrainer
IDEA Fitness member
Kickboxing Certified Instructor
Been in fitness for 30 years and have studied kinesiology and nutrition

ram130

Just to verify are you guys saying you won't loose any weight with the Body Key Shake? or if you do it's only temporary? How come?

rdoiban

to what thisismeraw stated: "To me, it's a complete waste of money. You can get much better and cheaper nutrition from real food as opposed to shakes and pills. Don't go by what people say who sell the stuff as they just want to make money. "


Are you suggesting that every single product known to man kind is a waste of money? Cause last time I checked every single commercial/ advertisement we see everywhere is someone trying to sell you stuff to make money. But because an individual would like to do the same its wrong and we shouldnt listen to them.

In my opinion the company does almost 12 Billion dollars a year in revenue. My guess is their products are pretty good if they selling that much. To show how much they stand by their products they give you 6 months to use the whole thing and if you dont like it they will refund your money no questions asked.

But hey thisismeraw might be making more then 12 Billion a year so he/she might be smarter.

FYI: Some of the sports franchises who use Exclusively Nutrilite products. Detroit Red Wings, AC Milan Football club. So its good for some of the most credible athletes in the world.

goodtimezzzz

garbage..do not do it!

thisismeraw

to what thisismeraw stated: "To me, it's a complete waste of money. You can get much better and cheaper nutrition from real food as opposed to shakes and pills. Don't go by what people say who sell the stuff as they just want to make money. "


Are you suggesting that every single product known to man kind is a waste of money? Cause last time I checked every single commercial/ advertisement we see everywhere is someone trying to sell you stuff to make money. But because an individual would like to do the same its wrong and we shouldnt listen to them.

In my opinion the company does almost 12 Billion dollars a year in revenue. My guess is their products are pretty good if they selling that much. To show how much they stand by their products they give you 6 months to use the whole thing and if you dont like it they will refund your money no questions asked.

But hey thisismeraw might be making more then 12 Billion a year so he/she might be smarter.

FYI: Some of the sports franchises who use Exclusively Nutrilite products. Detroit Red Wings, AC Milan Football club. So its good for some of the most credible athletes in the world.

My bet is you work for the company somehow.

What I said was my opinion... everyone is free to form their own. I may not agree with them and you may not agree with mine but that doesn't mean one person is right.

I don't purchase products pushed through MLM. That's a choice of mine.

I believe all the different shakes and pill companies are a waste of money. Outside of some medical issue you can achieve the nutrition you need through real food alone without resorting to pills and shakes. All those diet shake companies are a waste of money. All those diet pill companies are a waste of money. I barely consume processed foods. I can get my nutrition from things that are not processed. Relying on nutrition and weight loss from shakes and pills is not healthy. Popping multiple pills a day in the name of weight loss is not healthy and that's part of Body Key.

You don't have to agree with me. It doesn't mean I am right or you are right.

While the people who use the products can help push sales it doesn't always mean a product is good. Realize that people and companies are paid to state they use the products, love the products, recommend the products, etc.

A companies yearly revenue doesn't equal a great product. Nutrilite alone does not take is 12 billion a year. Amway makes just over 11 billion a year. High revenue just means a lot of people are buying the product... it doesn't mean it is a lot of repeat customers. HIgh revenue doesn't always mean good products or healthy products. A good return policy doesn't mean a great product. Most people don't return something when you have to ship it back to a company. Making a lot of money doesn't mean one person is smarter than the other either. If that's what you really think that I feel bad for you.

ninerbuff

Truth: the majority of money made from an MLM are from the "distributors" buying the products to stay active. A small percentage is actually made from "outside" sales.

A.C.E. Certified Personal/Group FitnessTrainer
IDEA Fitness member
Kickboxing Certified Instructor
Been in fitness for 30 years and have studied kinesiology and nutrition

FredDoyle

I stopped reading at "test your DNA"...

http://www.wired.com/wiredscience/2009/06/amway-sells-genetic-tests/

lisamarie1780

I stopped reading at "test your DNA"...

took the words right out of my mouth

why do people actually get excited about this stuff? Every time some money making sharks come out with a new 'magical' way to lose weight there are always crazy people queuing up to hand over their hard earned cash to them. Always.

Stop it!

Eat less and move more. Nobody needs to be taking DNA swabs from you. This is not a crime scene

Lyerin

to what thisismeraw stated: "To me, it's a complete waste of money. You can get much better and cheaper nutrition from real food as opposed to shakes and pills. Don't go by what people say who sell the stuff as they just want to make money. "


Are you suggesting that every single product known to man kind is a waste of money? Cause last time I checked every single commercial/ advertisement we see everywhere is someone trying to sell you stuff to make money. But because an individual would like to do the same its wrong and we shouldnt listen to them.

In my opinion the company does almost 12 Billion dollars a year in revenue. My guess is their products are pretty good if they selling that much. To show how much they stand by their products they give you 6 months to use the whole thing and if you dont like it they will refund your money no questions asked.

But hey thisismeraw might be making more then 12 Billion a year so he/she might be smarter.

FYI: Some of the sports franchises who use Exclusively Nutrilite products. Detroit Red Wings, AC Milan Football club. So its good for some of the most credible athletes in the world.

And this is your first post. LOL Are you by any chance a rep/sell the product?

FYI: Herbalife is also a sponsor of FC Barcelona and the LA Galaxy soccer teams. That doesn't mean that I should purchase and use Herbalife, does it? I get that it lends an air of legitimacy to the product, but I would wager that if you ask the professional athletes whether the product is the precursor to their success, they would look at you like you were nuts. Also, it is a very different thing for a professional athlete, who burns tons and tons of calories each day during the season, to drink a shake or two to get in enough calories and recover after workouts than for someone who is trying to lose weight to use the same product.

jennapotashboles

Hi there,
I have a reply to your bodykey comments and question about its validity. First of all, I had the most amazing results on bodykey more than any other weight loss system i have ever tried. Like you i tried exercising, eating healthy, and every other fad out there. My friend, who is an Amway IBO, suggested bodykey because they wanted to help me, not just because they wanted to make money on me. Yes they have a store and are making money when someone purchases something, but isnt that the case with EVERY other store out there? Doesnt walmart, costco, and YOUR BOSS all make money off of you? In this case you have a caring trainer who knows your body and is there to help you!! What more could you ask for? Wouldnt you rather buy a weight loss system from him rather than from someone else? What is more appalling is that you seem to trust people out in the blogosphere rather than your own trainer who physically knows you, which definitely points to some issues. Maybe you should do some valid research on Bodykey and Nutrilite like i did and you would find that Nutrilite is the NUMBER ONE selling vitamin and supplement company in the WORLD, and I found that info on a neutral website. Stop worrying about MLM's and start worrying about your health, because that is what this post is supposed to be. If you follow bodykey and have help from your trainer, i guarantee you will see great results, or he will give you your money back. I lost 5 pounds and 2 inches in the first week!! So stop worrying about what everyone else thinks and go talk to your trainer, the person that actually knows and cares about your wellbeing, not these negative people out here will just bring you down.

annafern360

I recently attended a nutrition seminar by Dr. Kip Johnson who has his degree from the University of LA and who's focus is prevention and natural wellness. He is not a distribution of or an employee of Nutrilite, Amway or Body Key BUT he fully endorses the product line and is extremely excited about it. He's very concerned about a number of the top health problems we are facing today including heart disease and obesity and made a point to impress upon us the potential of Nutrilite and the Body Key program to make a huge difference in people's lives in a positive way and save lives.

He talked about the genetic testing and why that's important. Genetic research has identified over 100 genes that effect how your body metabolizes food. We all know people who seem to be able to eat anything and never gain weight as well as people who try diet after diet without significant results. While there is some truth to the calories in calories out philosophy there are in fact some variations in how our bodies metabolize food and the Body Key genetic test targets six specific genes that are directly tied to that. The Body Key PROGRAM as whole is not about just pushing shakes and pills, yes there are shakes and supplements you can buy, but that's not the program. The program is aimed at identifying the type(s) of exercise your body will respond best to and what balance of fats, protein and carbohydrates you body needs. Simply saying "eat less move more" sounds good, but if you aren't eating the right foods in the right proportions that your body needs you are going to be very hungry and you won'
t have the energy to do that moving.

Also, if you are saying meal replacement shakes and supplement are a waste if money and eating real food is cheaper you are either ignorant and need to do some better research or you just haven't done the math. Nutrilite shakes and supplements are designed to deliver maximum nutrients at minimum calories and cost. And unlike some things out there they are actually palatable, my three year old loves them! Nutrilite supplements are made from organic plant concentrates. Eating organic, free range, grass fed, wild caught ect expensive, and trying to get all the variety if fruits and vegetables, lean protein, healthy fats ect that we need EACH day is a full time job on its own. The fact is that 93% of Americans are NOT meeting their nutritional needs through "just eating food". Nutrilite supplements and shakes are designed to complement the eating plans in the Body Key PROGRAM which includes menus eating REAL FOOD designed by a professional chef to be healthy and taste good!

To the people who said they don't buy products sold through MLM/direct selling/network marketing ect, think about what you are saying. You are trusting products brought to market through advertising and paid shelf space over the recommendation of person you personally know. I doubt you chose your doctor or dentist that way so why are you choosing your foods that way?

thisismeraw

Also, if you are saying meal replacement shakes and supplement are a waste if money and eating real food is cheaper you are either ignorant and need to do some better research or you just haven't done the math. Nutrilite shakes and supplements are designed to deliver maximum nutrients at minimum calories and cost.

First post here and you go on and on about how great this product is....

I'm not ignorant, I have done my research and I know the math... I can buy real food for MUCH cheaper than any of those shakes and supplements available on the market. $40 a week and I've got enough food for me... real food, not powdered stuff... that gets me exactly what I need. REAL food is always, by far better than relying on a shake that has been processed in a factory. If I ever wanted some shake full of fruits and veggies I would make it on my own with fresh foods instead of overly processed foods.

eric_sg61

Some strong 1rd posts in here

ashleyroberts2012

I just had to reply to this message. I felt compelled to ask.... You mention that the "REP" of the product will make money off of who they are selling it too??? SO what makes more sense when you say it out loud.... Support someone you KNOW with the products they can get for you and make them a few bucks... IF they are giving you their price they make no money off of you... OR should they go to a store and buy some other products that I GUARANTEE are nothing comparable to NUTRILITE and support the big business places such as "Walmart...?" EITHER WAY MY FRIEND SOMEONE IS GONNA MAKE A PROFIT. The point is that the buyer gets the product. Plus... With BODYKEY there is a 180 day GUARANTEE MONEY BACK.

I am a IBO and i not only use bodykey, but I sell it, and I talk very highly of it. If you dont know anything about the actual product and DO YOUR RESEARCH... I would recommend keeping your negative inputs to yourself.

To who was asking about BodyKey.... I say, "What do you got to lose?" Try it... Your gonna try something else anyways.

Cheers and Hope that helps

hayden9489

A lot of people have gluten allergies and don't even know it. The common symptoms are upset stomach after eating, constipation, or diarrhea. The Body Key shakes are gluten free, and are full of probiotics (3 Million CFU) Yes that is a good amount. Without getting too technical, 80% of your immune system is in your gut. Anytime you are on antibiotics you are killing the bad AND THE GOOD bacteria in your body. This Good bacteria is VERY IMPORTANT FOR YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM. (www.mercola.com) I have a friend who is lactose intolerant and her husband is a Doctor and a Chemist. He has her on probiotics because it's not the same thing. Another option you have is that the shakes come with Stevia which comes from the stevia plant and is all natural.

One of the ingredients in the appetite control chews is "glucomannon" It's a food supplement, a type of fiber, from the konjac plant but is also used as a thickener or gelling agent. The fiber is bulking fiber so this helps aid with digestion and constipation. It's marketed for controlling your appetite because you do feel fuller. When taken before you eat, you more than likely won't eat as much. And, it tastes similar to a starburst. In women, this ingredient also helps with lowering cholesterol. Daily adequate fiber intake has been shown to reduce cholesterol levels and this product can help with reaching 25 grams for women and 38 grams for men. It also helps to lower blood sugar, which is great for diabetics.

There are aloe shots that come with the bundle. They will jump start your colon. Even people with IBS need aloe. It will help prevent the flu, cure an upset stomach, and eliminate heart burn. It also cures diarrhea or constipation. These Aloe Shots have Folic acid (brain power), Ginger Root (balance) Blueberry (Antioxidant) and Cranberry (urine tract) and a lot more.

The products are great and come is a 6 month money back guarantee...NO QUESTIONS ASKED. That's the kicker.

I took the DNA test and it has helped me immensely. I learned that I'm a fat trimmer (I absorb fat easier than most and I have a slower metabolism) and that I should be doing high intensity workouts to lose the weight faster.

What I found most beneficial was the website that comes with it.I haven't seen anything else like it. Of course you can log in your food and your exercise, but this website is all comprehensive. There are soooo many benefits to the site that I can't even name. The site is chuck full of workouts and workout videos from beginner to advanced. Literally hundreds. You can easily log your food, your supplements,and your exercise. It puts all of your data and puts in into a pie graph to help you stay balanced. Once I got my DNA results back, I entered them and it gave me a weekly shopping list of EVERYTHING I need to buy at the store and the recipes that go along with it catered to my body. There's no thinking; there's no impulse shopping.

I love body key. I've learned so much about food and the importance of eating right, and it truly has transitioned me into thinking about it as a lifestyle. I've never felt better. And, I hope this helps.

michellechawner

I stopped reading at "test your DNA"...

took the words right out of my mouth

why do people actually get excited about this stuff? Every time some money making sharks come out with a new 'magical' way to lose weight there are always crazy people queuing up to hand over their hard earned cash to them. Always.

Stop it!

Eat less and move more. Nobody needs to be taking DNA swabs from you. This is not a crime scene

Amen. Trust me, I've tried a lot of it (diet loss supplements/herbalife/etc). Not worth it. I'm losing it by cutting cals and eating better.

I've dropped 42 pounds before... how? DIET AND EXERCISE. In 6 months. If you love the product then do it. I have a protein shake I love but I don't push it onto others because I'm not sure if it's their thing, If they ask my opinion I mention it, and the others I have tried and what I've thought of them as well. Yes I am an IPC (Independent Product Consultant) for a company,
I don't go and sell my **** in the forums like these people are also trying to push onto the OP (which, is against the forum rules everyone!)

OP, best bet, so your research and see what you find. Whats works for some, doesn't work for others. Just realize the money you're putting out and ask if it's worth it if it doesn't work. Plain and Simple.

ZombieEarhart

FYI: Some of the sports franchises who use Exclusively Nutrilite products. Detroit Red Wings, AC Milan Football club. So its good for some of the most credible athletes in the world.

Yep, worked out real great for the Red Wings.

ACharlesE

I am doing the BodyKey right now. In 43 daysI have lost 14 lbs and lowered body fat by however much as well. I hate losing weight so I needed some toys to get me motivated and other than Nutrilites stellar products the genetic test caught my attention; I am also using the FitBit tracker and scale.

KSaavedra83

I agree with you. It's funny how some people would rather keep maintaining the lifestyle of those huge companies that feed them crap than to support a company made of the everyday people.

KSaavedra83

That's awesome! I lost three pounds in the last 5 days! I am really excited!

SherrysLife2012

I don't like eating breakfast, so I keep thinking maybe these shakes would work for me, just 1 a day at breakfast, but they are soooo darn expensive!! I think between Visalus, Shakology and Amway, the lowest price was Visalus, but maybe I missed something. Shakology and Amway were both over a hundred a month, Amway might of been $99.00, but from what I could tell, Visalus was $49.00.

I have some other shake stuff I bought at the health food store, I might try that first.......right now it just sits in my cupboard, guess its time to try it out, I think I only paid around $15 for a small canister, I will have to compare nutrition one day to the other shakes.

Then there is Ruby who I follow, she is doing Visalus, but she is also wealthy and has personal trainers.....ugh.

Where is that magic pill or drink or wand or whatever.

Sherry

tcmixman

Disclaimer: Not affiliated with any of these companies. But I use products!

Anyone getting upset because someone offering you a product is making money is ignorant.
Everyone makes money off you! It's your choice who you decide to "help get rich". If you make ignorant statements
Chances are you are ..... economically inept.

PS: I own a very large engineering company and my customer are stupid enough to pay me to service them
I guess Me, Apple, and Samsung are great "scammers".

_lcee

umm different bodies work in different ways! and the reason they have to is if you have several problems the product is not for you. watching what you eat doesnt always work since youre already backed up with everything else you need something to cleanse your body so that you intake all the good stuff.