USANA News

USANA Enjoys Continued Success at Best of State Awards

Press Release | 5/21/2017

"We are delighted to have our efforts recognized year after year by such a prestigious, local awards organization like Best of State," said USANA's chief marketing and communication officer, Dan Macuga. "To have our flagship CellSentials supplement win a Best of State award in its first year of eligibility is quite impressive. This industry-leading product features our innovative InCelligence Technology™ with its ability to nourish, protect, and renew the cells—something that can't be found anywhere else on the market."

The Best of State Awards were created in 2003 to recognize outstanding individuals, organizations and businesses in Utah. Best of State candidates are evaluated by a panel of 100 judges based on three criteria: achievement in the field of endeavor; innovation or creativity in approaches, techniques, methods or processes; and contribution to improving the quality of life in Utah.

USANA currently sells its award-winning products in 20 international markets and sponsors more than 3,000 elite and professional athletes worldwide.

USANA Health Names Kevin Guest CEO

Press Release | 11/25/2016

The company said it will no longer utilize a Co-CEO management structure. The USANA Board of Directors now consists of six directors, four of whom are independent.

Guest has led USANA in a variety of roles for more than 20 years, including President and most recently as Co-CEO.

Wentz said, "I am grateful for my long tenure with USANA and am proud of what we have accomplished over the past 24 years. ...I am looking forward to spending more time with my family and continuing to advocate for the direct sales industry as Chairman of the Direct Selling Education Foundation."

Kevin Guest stated that as demonstrated by the Board's recent decision to split the stock, the company is confident that the strategies in place will help USANA achieve its long-term growth potential.

USANA Receives Seal of Approval for Joint Health Supplement

Press Release | 6/17/2016

"Receiving this third-party seal of approval from ConsumerLab.com shows our customers that we truly care about the quality of our products," says Dan Macuga, USANA's chief communications officer. "USANA continues to create products that are proven to have accurate and truthful labels. I am very proud to be part of a company that works so hard to produce only the best supplements on the market."

ConsumerLab.com is an independent assessor of the quality, purity and label accuracy of health and wellness products, putting each item through rigorous testing. To be awarded a seal of approval from ConsumerLab.com, USANA's Procosa supplement had to contain 100 percent of the claimed amount of glucosamine used to keep joints and cartilage strong and healthy, and to meet quality levels set for lead, arsenic, cadmium, and mercury.

"We take a lot of pride in the supplements we create, so receiving accreditation from an independent organization such as ConsumerLab.com validates what we do here," says USANA's executive director of product development and technology, Dr. John Cuomo. "Procosa is USANA's feature joint-health supplement containing glucosamine, vitamin C and Meriva® bioavailable curcumin complex to help sustain joint and cartilage fitness."

Along with Procosa, several other USANA supplements have been recently certified by ConsumerLab.com, including Visionex, CoQuinone 30, Active Calcium, Vitamin D, Pure Rest, USANA® Probiotic, USANA® Essentials™, Usanimals, BabyCare Prenatal Essentials and Body Rox.

USANA Receives 5 Best of State Awards

Press Release | 5/8/2015

"Year after year we put our heart and soul into making USANA the best company it can be and these awards are evidence of our dedication and enthusiasm," said chief communication officer, Dan Macuga. "It's a privilege and honor to be recognized as having the best health and nutrition products in a state that houses over 100 dietary supplement manufacturers."

HIGHLIGHTS

USANA has earned 38 Best of State awards since 2003, including three prestigious Best of State Statues in the merchandising and consumer services category.

This is the twelfth year USANA has been recognized as having the best dietary supplements in the state and the fifth year for its health and nutrition products.

USANA's natural Rev3 Energy earned its seventh consecutive title.

The company's research and development department celebrates its third win since 2012 for its rigorous testing methods, studies and innovative product technology.

USANA's Sense Self-Preserving Technology skin-care line received its seventh medal.

USANA currently sells its award-winning products in 19 international markets and sponsors more than 700 elite and professional athletes worldwide.

USANA Recognized for Ethical Business Practices

Press Release | 11/1/2014

"It's an honor to be a member of the DSA Code of Ethics, and we take that responsibility seriously," said Kevin Guest, president of USANA. "Participation in this initiative allows us to properly educate the public about the direct selling industry and continue to hold ourselves and other direct selling companies accountable to high ethical standards."

Created in 2008, the initiative recognizes member companies that go above and beyond in their efforts to promote awareness of the code by fulfilling the necessary criteria and adhering to ethical business practices within direct sales.

Topping the list of assurances, the DSA Code of Ethics ensures that member companies will not make any statements or promises that may mislead either consumers or prospective sales people. The association recognizes that pyramid schemes are illegal, and companies operating such structures are not permitted to be members of the DSA.

“Achieving this honorable distinction for the fifth consecutive year is a testament to the way USANA does its business of providing good health among our customers,” says USANA Philippines general manager Aurora “Duday” Gaston. “Ultimately, this serves as an inspiration to our team to always complement our high-quality products with business practices that uphold the same brand of integrity, credibility, and ethical standards.”

USANA Named Best Place To Work for 6th Straight Year

Press Release | 10/5/2014

"We are thrilled that our commitment to creating a great workplace has been recognized by OUTSIDE Magazine for a sixth consecutive year," said Kevin Guest, president of USANA. "We want our employees to live their lives to the fullest and encourage them to do what they love, and earning this title demonstrates that USANA has continued to create a positive and engaging work environment for its employees."

More than 700 USANA employees in Utah enjoy impressive workplace benefits, including an annual profit-sharing program, free monthly company health products, excellent health and life insurance packages and regular health fairs. USANA's efforts have also earned it standings on Utah BusinessMagazine's "Best Companies to Work For in Utah" and PR News' list of "Top Places to Work in PR".

"We make sure our employees have everything they need to lead healthy, productive lives by providing them with benefits such as a fully equipped gym, wellness consulting, monthly massages and an employee cafe stocked with affordable, fresh food," said USANA Chief Communication Officer Dan Macuga. "Our Associates and customers rely on us to come to work excited to do the best we can each day. Having a supportive work environment helps motivate our employees to do just that."

To find the best places to work in the United States, OUTSIDE conducted a rigorous eight-month vetting process in partnership with the Best Companies Group to assess the policies, practices, and demographics of hundreds of companies, and went straight to the employees to hear about factors like corporate culture, role satisfaction, work environment and overall employee engagement. The "Best Places to Work" list represents the cream of the crop: companies that cultivate a comfortable and collaborative workplace, enable their employees to enjoy the great outdoors and take pride in their roles in the community and the environment.

USANA And WTA Extend Partnership

Press Release | 3/5/2014

Under the extended agreement, Eugenie Bouchard (CAN), Madison Keys (USA), Monica Puig (PUR) and Zhang Shuai (CHN) will join Sloane Stephens (USA), Samantha Stosur (AUS) and Zheng Jie (CHN) as USANA Brand Ambassadors.

"We are honored to be able to extend our relationship with the WTA and continue providing our quality supplements to these elite female athletes," said USANA Chief Communications Officer, Dan Macuga . "As a global leader in our industry, partnering with the world's leading women's professional sport for nearly a decade, not only signifies that we stand by our science, but that we really do offer products that world-class athletes can trust. We look forward to what the future has in store for our partnership and working with the WTA to maximize our global audiences, together."

"We are thrilled to continue our relationship with USANA for another three years," said WTA Chairman and CEO, Stacey Allaster. "In 2006, the WTA searched for a company that would fulfill a longtime request by players for nutritional supplements that are guaranteed to be free of banned substances on the WADA Prohibitive List. USANA stood out as an organization that felt so strongly about the quality and purity of its product, and we look forward to our continued partnership with this great company."

Nearly 200 USANA-Sponsored Athletes Heading To Russia

Press Release | 1/28/2014

"We are proud to support these inspirational individuals and organizations and know that they will represent USANA and their respective teams and countries with a sense of dignity, as they compete for top honors," said USANA Chief Communications Officer Dan Macuga . "We wish them all the best and look forward to watching them secure their places in history at these Games."

With the addition of 12 brand new events , including the luge team relay and slopestyle skiing and snowboarding events, the 2014 Games will be the biggest global competition to date. A total of 98 medal events will be held in February, with Team USANA eligible for 82 of them.

Former Game participants and current USANA brand ambassadors, Meaghan Mikkelson-Reid (Canada), Billy Demong (United States) and Taylor Fletcher (United States) will head overseas alongside fellow Team USANA influencers, Bryan Fletcher (United States) and reigning world champion ski jumper Sarah Hendrickson (United States), who will make their official debuts.

"When I got injured last August, I thought that everything was over, that sponsors were going to drop me and that my dreams of becoming an Olympian this year were over," Hendrickson said. "But with the support of USANA and all of my other sponsors, medical team and family, I've been able to not only return to jumping, but make the first U.S. women's ski jumping team, and I can't wait to represent my country and Team USANA at the Games!"

Other USANA-sponsored athletes competing this February include members of:

•United States Ski and Snowboard Association

•U.S. Speedskating

•U.S. Women's Ski Jumping

•USA Luge

•Speed Skating Canada

•Biathlon Canada

•Cross Country Canada

•Great Britain Short Track Speed Skating

•South Korea Speed Skating

•Women's Canada Hockey

•Men's U.S. Hockey

USANA continues to proudly provide NSF and HFL- tested nutritional products to more than 600 professional athletes worldwide, that USANA insures with a million-dollar Athlete Guarantee.

USANA Named One Of Best Companies To Work For 6th Time

Press Release | 12/17/2013

"We are a company that provides opportunities of true health and true wealth for our Associates and preferred customers, as well as our employees," said USANA CEO Dave Wentz. "Our goal is to provide our employees with the benefits and tools they need to excel in the workplace while still being able to maintain an excellent quality of life. To receive this title for a sixth straight year is an honor and an indication that the respect for our employees is mutual."

This year more than 30 Utah companies were recognized for encouraging their employees to successfully balance their personal and professional lives. Each company was selected by a rigorous two-part survey that evaluated company benefits and opportunities and management structure. The survey also examined feedback from each organization's employees, collected through an anonymous companywide survey.

"This award is a testament of what USANA stands for, which is to improve the quality of life of each individual it reaches," said Michael King, executive director of human resources. "USANA works tirelessly to create a unique and exciting work environment for its employees, and to offer competitive benefits to them and their families."

USANA has been recognized for its onsite workout facility, complimentary fitness classes, organic cafe, annual profit-sharing program and impressive health and life insurance packages both locally and nationally. In August, USANA was recognized by Outside magazine a fifth consecutive year, as one of the "Best Places to Work For" in the nation.

USANA True Health Foundation Sends Funds To Typhoon Victims

Press Release | 11/12/2013

"We are grief stricken by the destruction of this super storm. Our duty now is to do whatever it takes to help the resilient people of the Philippines," said Elaine Pace, president of the USANA True Health Foundation. "The devastating series of natural disasters in the past year is proof that these wonderful people will not only survive, but will thrive. We are relieved that USANA can be one of many helping hands in this disaster relief effort."

According to the Philippine government, Typhoon Haiyan has severely impacted over 4 million people. Hundreds of villages and urban neighborhoods have been destroyed or severely damaged. Entire populations are without basic essentials including, food, clean water, medical care, electricity, warm clothes and adequate shelter.

The money donated by the USANA True Health Foundation for emergency aid will serve 15,000 people for one week. This includes immediate survival essentials such as clean water, water purification tablets and food.

"We have an incredible USANA family of more than 175,000 strong in the Philippines," said Dan Macuga, USANA chief communications officer. "Their courage and goodness inspires our global team. That's why we feel it so important to help them and all those suffering in the aftermath of Super Typhoon Haiyan."

Yet out of the depths of destruction, rises the indestructible spirit of the people of the Philippines. USANA received word today that its Independent Distributor Council in the Philippines will be holding a 5,000-participant Fun Run on Jan. 19, 2014, to raise money for the USANA True Health Foundation in an effort to help others in need.

"I came into my office this morning after a weekend sick with worry about our colleagues in the Philippines, to see an email from the management team there," said Jim Bramble, who is a USANA True Health Foundation board member and USANA's chief legal officer and general council. "When I saw the subject line, I naturally assumed it was a request for help from the True Health Foundation. Instead, I couldn't believe my eyes that in the days immediately following one of the worst storms in recorded history, our team there was not asking for help, but permission to organize an event to help others, I am humbled to work among such great people."

USANA Named First-Ever Grand Stevie Award Recipient

Press Release | 9/18/2013

"We are honored to receive a gold Stevie award for the USANA True Health Assessment, but to also be named one of the Best of the ABA Awards is a tremendous privilege," said Doug Bruan, USANA chief marketing officer. "For our app and entry to be selected out of more than 3,200 nominations validates that we at USANA continually strive to produce exceptional nutritional supplements, products and marketing tools for our Associates."

The USANA True Health Assessment is a free, cutting-edge and portable health program that provides a personalized approach to measuring an individual's health--offering real-life solutions to help improve one's lifestyle and nutrition. The tool is designed to help users get started on their road to optimal health and a better life, and can be downloaded for free on all iPad devices.

"So many remarkable stories of success and innovation were told in the nominations submitted to this year's American Business Awards," said Michael Gallagher, president and founder of the Stevie Awards. "We congratulate all of this year's Stevie Award winners, and thank them for the inspiration provided by their achievements."

USANA Unveils New and Reformulated Products

Press Release | 8/22/2013

SALT LAKE CITY, Aug. 20, 2013 -- USANA Health Sciences, Inc., an international nutritional company, announced exciting new products and upgrades to their low-glycemic Foods line during its 21st International Convention. USANA unveiled four new products: a mild-flavored meal replacement shake called Nutrimeal(TM) Free and three protein snacks--Choco Chip(TM), Peanutty Bliss(TM) and Fudge Delite(TM). The company also introduced customers to reformulated Nutrimeal flavors and a new, upgraded probiotic supplement.

"USANA's new protein snacks, along with Nutrimeal Free and our other product upgrades, are major steps forward in the continued development of our Foods product line," says USANA Chief Marketing Officer Doug Braun. "The markets for diet, weight-management, and health-related products are constantly changing, and USANA understands the need to evolve with these marketing trends. It's important for us to stay relevant and listen to what our consumers want in order to continue our worldwide growth and success for years to come."

USANA's new Foods line now includes:

-- Reformulated Nutrimeal product line. These meal replacement shakes now come in four varying gluten-free flavors, including Dutch Chocolate, French Vanilla, Chocolate Whey, and Wild Strawberry. The formulas were updated to improve the flavor and to cater to consumers with gluten intolerances. Packaging was also updated to reflect USANA's visual rebranding, which was launched last year at International Convention. Nutrimeal Free. Nutrimeal Free is a meal replacement shake made with plant-based protein. It is a gluten-, soy-, fructose- and dairy-free alternative for those with food allergies or those looking to reduce the daily intake of sugar in their diet.

-- Three new protein snacks. The low-glycemic, gluten-free Choco Chip, Peanutty Bliss and Fudge Delite protein snacks are intended to serve as a healthy alternative for those who have weight-loss or weight-management issues due to their craving for sweets. They are the first products in the line that will eventually make up USANA's new weight management program.

-- Reformulated Probiotic. USANA's probiotic food supplement supports digestive health with a unique blend of healthy bacteria that brings balance to the gut. The reformulated USANA Probiotic is dairy and sugar free, making it a great option for those with dairy sensitivities and for those limiting sugar in their daily diets.

"This year's additions to our Foods line and our other product reformulations show our dedication and commitment to health at every level," says USANA CEO Dave Wentz. "These products are in line with USANA's promise to our consumers, which is that 'Everything we do helps you love life and live it.' With these new product offerings and gluten-free upgrades, we can help people lead healthier lifestyles and ultimately make the world a better place, one individual at a time."

USANA Receives 3rd NutriSearch Gold Medal

Press Release | 8/14/2013

SALT LAKE CITY, Aug. 14, 2013 -- USANA Health Sciences Inc., a global nutritional supplements company, has received the prestigious "Editor's Choice" designation in the latest NutriSearch Comparative Guide to Nutritional Supplements, 5(th) (Consumer) Edition, as well as the NutriSearch Gold Medal of Achievement(TM), the highest distinction possible. This is the third consecutive time USANA has earned the distinguished titles.

"USANA is an FDA-registered facility and works tirelessly to adhere to FDA guidelines to manufacture the purest nutritional supplements for its consumers," said Dan Macuga, USANA chief communications officer. "Because we produce more than 90 percent of our supplements in-house, as a way to maintain control of the ingredients and manufacturing process, receiving this esteemed distinction of honor, for a third time, is a testament that we take the safety and quality of our products seriously and that we really do practice what we preach."

The guide, which independently compares, reviews and rates more than 1,200 supplements in North America, evaluates not only the nutrients included in a supplement but also "the balance of those ingredients [and] manufacturing practices." The latest edition includes recent scientific findings on iodine and vitamin D -- two nutrients that have long been underestimated and misunderstood -- and has been completely rewritten from cover to cover.

"Several of the analytical criteria used by NutriSearch to rate nutritional products have been enhanced as a result of this emergent research. The guide is written as both an educational and consumer-based tool, taking the reader through a detailed explanation of why our nutrient-deficient modern diets demand that we supplement to protect our health and detailing the scientific evidence that shows supplements as effective nutritional tools in the quest for optimal health," said Lyle MacWilliam, MSc, FP, the guide's author.

To reach gold status, USANA not only demonstrated its highest quality of standards, but also subjected its products to a third-party review, which "certified analysis of label claim to prove that what's on the label is also in the bottle." USANA has participated in the Quality Certification Program of ConsumerLab.com -- the leading provider of independent test results for supplements. The nutritional company has received ConsumerLab.com certification for several of its products in 2013, including its Essentials(TM) and CoQuinone(R) 30 supplements.

USANA On List of Best Places to Work for Fifth Consecutive Year

Press Release | 8/4/2013

"We make sure our employees have everything they need to lead healthy, productive lives by providing them with benefits such as a fully equipped gym, wellness consulting, monthly massages and an employee cafe stocked with affordable, fresh food," said USANA Chief Communication Officer Dan Macuga. "Our Associates and customers rely on us to come to work excited to do the best we can each day. Having a supportive work environment helps motivate our employees to do just that."

More than 600 USANA employees in Utah enjoy impressive workplace benefits, including an annual profit-sharing program, free monthly company health products, excellent health and life insurance packages and regular health fairs. USANA's efforts have also earned it standings on Utah Business magazine's "Best Companies to Work in Utah" and PR News' list of "Top Places to Work in PR".

"We are thrilled that our commitment to creating a great workplace has been recognized by Outside magazine for a fifth consecutive year," said Kevin Guest, USANA's president of the Americas, Europe and South Pacific. "Earning this title demonstrates that USANA really lives by its motto--helping you love life and live it--and works tirelessly to create a positive and engaging work environment for its employees."

Outside's "Best Places to Work" project celebrates the innovative companies setting a new standard for a healthy work-life balance. The list was compiled with the help of the Outdoor Industry Association and Best Companies Group. The yearlong selection process began with an outreach effort that identified a wide range of nonprofit and for-profit organizations with at least 15 employees working in an office in the United States. Participating companies were sent confidential employee-satisfaction surveys and employer-questionnaires to collect information about benefits, compensation, policies, job satisfaction, environmental initiatives, and community outreach programs. The experts at the Best Companies Group then analyzed the results and selected the companies that best enable employees to pursue active lifestyles while also supporting their social and environmental contributions.

"We're proud to publicize the efforts of these 100 companies," said Outside editor Christopher Keyes. "They each show a real commitment to creating active, healthy work environments and put a premium on innovative benefits. Year after year, Outside's Best Places to Work program demonstrates that America's most successful companies are the ones that consistently promote true work-life balance for their employees."

USANA Commits To DSA Code Of Ethics Communication Initiative

Press Release | 7/24/2013

"The direct-selling business model is often misunderstood, which is why USANA works tirelessly to distinguish itself as an ethical and transparent company," said USANA Vice President of Ethics and Market Expansion Dan Whitney. "Because USANA is publicly traded, it's important to us that we demonstrate our commitment to the highest level of ethics in our financial reporting, scientific research and in they way our employees are treated. Being accepted to this initiative is a testament of USANA's commitment to ethical business practices and consumer service."

Created in 2008, the initiative recognizes member companies that go above and beyond in their efforts to promote awareness of the code by fulfilling the necessary criteria and adhering to ethical business practices within direct sales.

"USANA is proud to be among the industry giants being recognized for participation in this important initiative," said Kevin Guest, USANA president of the Americas, Europe and South Pacific. "Receiving this recognition demonstrates that USANA is one of the elite leaders in its commitment to ethics and integrity, and that we have set the tone of excellence within the industry."

Among other things, the DSA Code of Ethics ensures that member companies will not make any statements or promises that may mislead either consumers or prospective sales people. The association recognizes that pyramid schemes are illegal, and companies operating such structures are not permitted to be members of the DSA.

USANA Announces Grand Opening Of Operations In Colombia

Press Release | 7/15/2013

"Opening business in Colombia is a perfect choice for USANA due to the strong connections we already have to the country from our outstanding leaders in Mexico," said Carlo Ledezma, USANA's general director of Mexico. "We can see huge opportunities for growth in this market since Colombia is one of the largest Spanish-speaking countries in the world and has become strong in the direct selling arena. Plus, there is a critical need for essential nutrients in this part of the world."

Colombia has an emerging economical climate due to the strong entrepreneurial spirit abiding throughout the country. The market is also ripe for introducing high-quality nutritional products since the country has had a recent surge in people looking to improve their health and live an overall more active, healthy lifestyle.

"This is a big step for us as we open our doors in South America. We expect even further growth into the Americas from this expansion," said Dave Wentz, USANA's chief executive officer. "By increasing our offering to Colombia, we are able to provide quality nutrition and a unique opportunity to the South American region, where the demand for vitamins and dietary supplements will continue to rise."

Colombia is the third leading market in Latin America and 16th largest overall direct sales market.

USANA Has Award Winning 2nd Quarter

Press Release | 7/1/2013

"Each year USANA continues to raise the bar and in return is acknowledged for its efforts by these established organizations," said USANA Chief Communication Officer Dan Macuga. "It means a great deal to the company to see that our international markets are also being recognized for their efforts and to know that all of our employees and Associates continue to work toward making and keeping USANA a successful global company."

Recent prominent accolades include:

-- The Best of State Awards are given to companies or individuals based off of their excelled endeavors, innovative approaches and methods, and contributions to creating a better quality of life in Utah. -- Dietary Supplements (10th honor since 2003) -- Personal Care Products/Cosmetics--Sense(TM) (fifth honor since 2007) -- Health/Nutrition Beverage--Rev3 Energy(R) (fifth honor since 2009) -- Health/Nutrition Product (third honor since 2009) -- American Business Awards honor and generate public recognition of the achievements and positive contributions of organizations and business people worldwide. USANA was highlighted 10 times. The prestigious honors include recognition for its international convention, patent-pending True Health Assessment and excellence in management. -- Australian Customer Service Awards acknowledge, encourage and reward small- and medium-size Australian businesses for their excellent treatment of, and positive attitude toward, their customers. USANA received gold. -- The Communicator Awards recognize big ideas in marketing and communications, honoring work that transcends innovation and craft. This year USANA was recognized nine times. Notable awards include recognition of the company's corporate blog, What's Up, USANA?, marketing effectiveness in social media and corporate rebrand campaign. Other accolades received include three Hermes Creative Awards, an international Summit Creative Award, a Direct Selling Association Ethos Award and more.

3 USANA Products Earn ConsumerLab.com Seal Of Approval

Press Release | 5/1/2013

In a recent review of multivitamin supplements, the following three USANA products passed ConsumerLab.com's stringent label testing: USANA® The Essentials™ — Top-quality daily vitamin, mineral and antioxidant supplement for adults USANA® Body Rox™ — Complete daily vitamin, mineral and antioxidant supplement for teenagers USANA® Usanimals™ — Advanced formula daily vitamin, mineral and antioxidant supplement for children

"We are confident in our products. We know they contain exactly what is listed on the label, but it's essential to have third-party confirmation and approval," says Dan Macuga, USANA's chief communications officer. "We are pleased to see how well our products have performed in independent testing from reputable third-party organizations such as ConsumerLab.com." During this review, USANA® The Essentials™, Body Rox™ and Usanimals™ met all the criteria and recommendations to receive ConsumerLab.com's quality certification.

"We use the highest-quality ingredients possible," says Dr. John Cuomo, USANA's executive director of product development and technologies. "We follow strict pharmaceutical quality protocols that guarantee potency and purity. This is reflected on all of our labels." These product approvals come on the heels of another top honor. Recently, USANA was named the No. 1 Rated Brand in Direct Sales Based on Customer Satisfaction in ConsumerLab.com's 2013 Survey of Vitamin and Supplement Users.

Since 1999, ConsumerLab.com has tested more than 3,200 products, 350 different brands and nearly every type of popular supplement in order to help consumers and healthcare professionals identify the best quality health and nutrition products. ConsumerLab.com is also the only third-party verification group that freely publishes its testing methods and quality criteria/standards.

USANA Weight Loss Challenge Results in More Than 17000 Pounds Lost

Npros.com | 4/17/2013

"At USANA, we deal with health on a cellular level, but our commitment goes far beyond that," said Doug Braun, USANA's chief marketing officer. "USANA wants our customers to achieve True Health, so we are sincerely committed to addressing real life problems and helping our customers reach and maintain a healthy lifestyle. This is why we created the RESET Challenge, to invite our people from all over the world to join each other in defeating one of life's most common and difficult challenges, losing weight."

USANA started the RESET Challenge to motivate product users and help them get in shape for 2013 by challenging them to shed the extra pounds. Thirty-three grand-prize winners will receive a variety of medical and spa treatments at the Sanoviv Medical Institute, which offers alternative, holistic and integrative health programs. The institute is located in sunny Mexico. Winners will also receive shopping sprees, makeovers and participate in a photo shoot. Overall, more than $300,000 in prizes will be awarded.

A grand total of 17,658 pounds were lost among the participants during the challenge.

-- 1,229 pounds -- Australia and New Zealand -- 4,873 pounds -- Canada -- 11,556 pounds -- United States

Through USANA's RESET, numerous individuals have created their own challenges and success stories. USANA Associate Mikel Ann Hall lost 75 pounds using USANA's RESET program, maintaining an active lifestyle and recently completed her first Ironman triathlon. "One day I woke up sick and tired, angry and unhappy," Hall said. "I made the decision to do RESET again. USANA has taught me to challenge myself." *

*Results not typical. The average weight loss with RESET is 4.5--5 lb. in five days.

USANA Earns Top Honor From ConsumerLab.com Survey

Press Release | 2/11/2013

SALT LAKE CITY, Feb. 11, 2013 -- USANA Health Sciences Inc. has been named the No. 1 Rated Brand in Direct Sales Based on Customer Satisfaction for 2013. The global nutrition company nabbed the No. 1 spot in ConsumerLab.com's yearly survey.

ConsumerLab.com has conducted this survey annually since 2007. The rating is based on the percentage of respondents "highly satisfied" with the brand, which is an indication of brand loyalty.

"This is one we are truly proud of," said USANA Chief Communications Officer Dan Macuga. "We could not be more thrilled about this award, because it's an honor that comes straight from our Associates and customers. They independently made the choice and effort to vote in ConsumerLab.com's survey because they know USANA's products and services are the best."

"We have a goal as a company to always do whatever is necessary to ensure the satisfaction of our customers and now we know we are achieving this goal on a grand scale," Macuga continued. "The timing couldn't be better -- coming off our 20th year anniversary celebration with a conscious move toward delivering more personalization to all our customers around the world, this is a clear indication that we are meeting the needs of each one of our customers."

Consumers and healthcare practitioners look to ConsumerLab.com for reliable information. This includes the results of ConsumerLab.com's survey. Based on the new No. 1 rating in Direct Sales, it is clear that USANA customers look to ConsumerLab.com for information on quality supplements.

Since 1999, ConsumerLab.com has tested more than 3,200 products, 350 different brands and nearly every type of popular supplement in order to help consumers and healthcare professionals identify the best quality health and nutrition products. ConsumerLab.com is also the only third-party verification group that freely publishes its testing methods and quality criteria/standards.

USANA Health Sciences Announces Record 4th Quarter and Full-Year 2012 Financial Results

Press Release | 2/7/2013

Net sales for the fourth quarter of 2012 increased by 15.5% to $168.5 million, compared with $145.9 million in the prior-year period. The growth in net sales was driven by increases in both the Company’s Asia Pacific and North America/Europe regions. Favorable changes in currency exchange rates contributed approximately $3.0 million to the top line for the quarter.

Net earnings for the fourth quarter increased to $18.4 million, an improvement of 40.2%, compared with the prior-year period. This increase was due primarily to higher net sales and lower relative Associate incentive expense for the quarter, and was partially offset by lower gross margins. Earnings per share for the quarter increased by 46.0% to $1.27, compared with $0.87 in the fourth quarter of the prior year. This improvement in earnings per share can be attributed to higher net earnings and a lower number of diluted shares outstanding, which resulted from the Company’s share repurchases over the last 12 months. Total diluted common shares outstanding as of December 29, 2012 were 14,471,000 compared with 15,177,000 as of December 31, 2011.

The Company’s Chief Executive Officer, Dave Wentz, said, “USANA’s results in the fourth quarter were once again exceptional and cap off a year during which we produced record top and bottom-line results every quarter. Additionally, 2012 marks our tenth consecutive year of record sales. We believe that our strong operating results are due to the successful execution of our 2012 strategies. These strategies included our worldwide personalization initiative, our effort in North America to regain growth through strengthening our Associate sales force and our expansion in Greater China through the consistent training of our Associates in China on the Company’s product and the implementation of a compensation plan that is specific to that market.”

2012 Results

For the year ended December 29, 2012, net sales increased by 11.5% to $648.7 million, compared with $581.9 million in the prior year. Net sales growth was driven by increases in both Asia Pacific and North America/Europe regions. Changes in currency exchange rates did not have a meaningful impact on sales for the year as a whole.

Net earnings for the year ended December 29, 2012 increased by 30.9% to $66.4 million, or $4.45 per share, compared with $3.26 per share in the prior year. The increase in net earnings was due primarily to higher net sales, lower relative Associate incentive expense, and a lower effective tax rate of 32.5% for the full year.

Cash generated from operations totaled $92.8 million for the year ended December 29, 2012. The Company repurchased 1.6 million shares in 2012 for a total investment of $68.3 million. The Company ended the year debt free with a remaining share repurchase authorization of approximately $32 million.

“USANA’s performance in 2012 was excellent and we look forward to executing our 2013 growth strategy,” concluded Mr. Wentz. “Our primary objective in 2013 will be to grow our active customer counts in each of our regions. To achieve this objective, we have a number of initiatives planned at both the individual market and regional level. In certain of our mature markets, for example, we will execute a pricing initiative that is designed to make it easier for our Associate sales force to bring new customers into the business. This initiative will likely result in some short-term pressure on our top and bottom-line results in these markets, but should also create much greater potential for long-term customer growth. At the regional level, we will continue to execute our North America and Greater China growth strategies and will also expand our personalization initiative worldwide. With the successful execution of these strategies, I expect 2013 to be another record year for USANA.”

USANA Releases New Research On Vitamin D

Press Release | 1/24/2013

SALT LAKE CITY, Jan. 22, 2013 -— A new study by USANA Health Sciences, Inc., in conjunction with The Orthopedic Specialty Hospital (TOSH), suggests that inflammation may cause a decrease in the body’s vitamin D levels. The study examined levels of vitamin D in twelve adult males between the ages of 18 and 45 recovering from anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) surgery.

“This research brings an awareness to managing inflammation in patients in order to protect them against vitamin D decreases,” says Dr. Tyler Barker, Clinical Researcher at TOSH. “Preserving or maintaining a healthy vitamin D level is essential to the function of a variety of physiological systems. We plan to further investigate the influence of vitamin D supplements on vitamin D levels during inflammation.”

Research for this study, which was published in October 2012 in Cytokine, The Official Journal of the International Cytokine Society, was funded in part by USANA Health Sciences, Inc. in Salt Lake City, a leading international manufacturer of top-quality nutritional products.

“We have a close partnership with TOSH in the scientific studies we conduct on our products. It was a privilege to be part of this valuable research,” says Dr. Brian Dixon, USANA’s executive director of scientific and clinical affairs. “The results of this study are significant in determining optimum vitamin D levels during periods of inflammation.”

WTA Athlete Sloane Stephens Named USANA Brand Ambassador

Press Release | 1/10/2013

“Our partnership with the WTA has been a natural one and we are proud to associate ourselves with these elite female athletes from around the world,” said Dan Macuga, USANA chief communications officer. “We are excited to have Sloane join our growing list of ambassadors and to watch her continue to excel and grow as an athlete.”

Stephens first turned professional in fall 2009 and had a notable season in 2010, winning three of the four Junior Grand Slam Doubles titles—the French Open, Wimbledon and the U.S. Open—with Hungarian partner Timea Babos in 2010. During her rookie year of playing a full WTA schedule, she became the youngest player ranked in the Top 100 at No. 97 and in 2012 she ended the season at No. 38, becoming the only teenager and youngest-ranked player in the year-end Top 50.

“My career is just beginning and I am really excited to see what I can accomplish this season, as well as over the next few years,” said the up-and-coming tennis star. “With USANA’s support and its high-quality products, I believe I can achieve great things both on and off the court.”

Stephens recently kicked off the 2013 season by playing Serena Williams in the quarterfinals (64-63) of the Brisbane International and is currently playing at the Moorilla Hobart International event. She will next compete in the season’s first Grand Slam event—the Australia Open—alongside Stosur, Huber and Zheng Jie on January 14.

USANA Surpassed Company Record by Receiving More Than 85 Awards In 2012

Npros.com | 1/8/2013

SALT LAKE CITY, Jan. 7, 2013 -- USANA Health Sciences, Inc., a global nutritional company, today announced that in 2012, it earned more than 85 national and international accolades for its world-class products, innovative marketing tools, exceptional executive leadership and strategic partnerships with elite athletes, scientific experts and research institutions. The company, who also celebrated its 20th anniversary this year, nearly doubled the number of awards it received in 2011.

"This year has been a tremendous one for USANA, its associates and its employees. Not only did we celebrate our 20th year, we unveiled our new corporate branding, launched new products and sales tools, opened three new markets and continued to expand our services on a global scale," said Kevin Guest, USANA's president of the Americas, Europe, and South Pacific. "To receive recognition for all of the hard work we put into these projects, from an array of diverse and reputable organizations, is an absolute honor."

Notable accolades USANA received include:

Outside Magazine Awards spotlight 100 of the best places to work for in America from a wide range of non-profit and for-profit organizations.

- The 30 Best Places to Work (4th honor since 2009)

The Best of State Awards are given to Utah companies or individuals who have demonstrated overall excellence, creativity in differentiating themselves from their competitors and the ability to improve the quality of life in their community.

- Science/Technology—Research and Development

- Dietary Supplements (9th honor since 2003)

- Health/Nutrition Beverage—Rev3 Energy® (4th honor since 2009)

- Health/Nutrition Product (2nd honor since 2009)

- Overall in Merchandising & Consumer Services (2nd honor since 2008)

Utah Business Magazine Awards shines a spotlight on Utah's best companies and showcases their outstanding leadership abilities.

- Best Companies to Work For (5th honor since 2002)

Best in Biz Awards honor companies, teams, executives and products for their business successes. It is the only independent business awards program judged by members of the press and industry analysts.

- Event of the Year—2012 International Convention

The MarCom Awards acknowledge companies for their creative excellence in the marketing and communication fields. USANA was awarded top honors for its new corporate image.

- Branding Refresh Campaign The Stevie Awards honor the achievements and positive contributions of organizations and business people worldwide through four programs.

- Sales & Customer Service—Customer Service Department of the Year

- 10 American Business Awards

- Three International Business Awards

USANA Announces Management Team Changes

Press Release | 12/14/2012

Doug Hekking is stepping aside as the Company's Chief Financial Officer to return to a strategic role that will support the Company's finance and operations groups. Mr. Hekking's decision to change roles was prompted by his need to attend to family health matters and his desire to serve in a more targeted role within the Company. The Company thanks Mr. Hekking for serving as CFO and supports his decision to attend to the needs of his family.

Paul Jones, who is currently serving as the Company's Vice President of Human Resources, has been named as interim CFO. Mr. Jones has been with USANA since 2005. Prior to joining the Company, he worked with Associated Food Stores, Inc. as Vice President of Operations - Dan's Foods; Vice President of Farr West Operations; and Vice President of Human Resources. Mr. Jones is a Certified Management Accountant and holds a master's degree in organizational management from the University of Phoenix and a bachelor's degree in finance from Utah State University. Mr. Hekking will be working closely with Mr. Jones during a transition period.

The Company has also accepted the resignation of Chief Operating Officer, Roy Truett. The Company expresses gratitude to Mr. Truett for his contributions to the Company during his years of service and wishes him the best in his future endeavors.

With Mr. Truett's departure, Jim Brown, who was recently promoted to Chief Production Officer for his expertise in operations and production, will direct operations and report directly to the CEO.

Additionally, Rick Stambaugh has been named Chief Information Officer. Mr. Stambaugh has more than 25 years of experience in the direct sales industry. Before joining USANA, he served as President and CEO of TekVation and the Fionda Group, two companies that supply technology and innovative solutions to the direct sales industry. He also served as Director of Corporate Marketing at Herbalife. Mr. Stambaugh has a bachelor's degree in Education from the University of Nebraska Omaha.

Finally, USANA congratulates Lori Truman on her promotion to Vice President of U.S. Field Development. Mrs. Truman has been an extraordinary asset at USANA for nearly 10 years. Most recently, she served as USANA's Executive Director of U.S. Field Development. Her rapport with the Company's Associates and dedication to helping them achieve their goals is unmatched. Mrs. Truman has a bachelor's degree in business management from the University of Utah.

"We deeply appreciate the dedicated service of our management team," stated USANA CEO Dave Wentz. "We are confident that the skills and expertise of these new members of management will help us advance the long term growth of our Company."

USANA Announces Global Launch of MyHealthPak and True Health Assessment

Press Release | 11/19/2012

USANA's unique MyHealthPak is comprised of individually packaged supplements customized to meet each user's personal health needs. The product, first developed in 2007, is made possible by a highly specialized machine used to produce the personalized packets. Now, similar machines in Singapore will allow for global production.

"USANA understands that personalized health is the way of the future," said Dr. Carsten Smidt, USANA's vice president of research and development. "We believe, as our Associates and customers in Asia and Europe do, that there is no 'one-size-fits-all' solution to wellness and that everyone has different nutritional needs."

USANA's MyHealthPak is now available in 15 out of the 18 markets where USANA operates.

USANA is also launching the True Health Assessment—a free and revolutionary application designed to help consumers discover their very own, personalized path to true health. This one-of-a-kind tool puts the consumer in the driver's seat as they answer a variety of health-related questions. Based on those answers, the application generates three personalized reports: the user's top health risk areas, a lifestyle plan, and customized product recommendations. Consumers then have the option to purchase the recommended nutritional products or create their customized MyHealthPak.

"The True Health Assessment takes into consideration multiple factors, such as personal goals, eating habits, exercise routine and more, and that information provides the consumer with a comprehensive understanding of their overall health status," said Dr. Brian Dixon, executive director of product and technology innovation. "It then makes personalized fitness, nutrition, and lifestyle recommendations based on each individual's profile. We believe the True Health Assessment in conjunction with the MyHealthPak will help every customer achieve his or her personal wellness goals."

These moves are part of the company's major initiative to focus on personalized health.

USANA And ConsumerLab.com See Eye To Eye On Visionex

Press Release | 11/14/2012

In a recent study on eye health supplements, ConsumerLab.com determined that USANA's Visionex® contains at least 100 percent of the claimed amounts of lutein and claimed amounts of zeaxanthin listed on the label; satisfies California's Proposition 65 levels for lead contamination; adheres to recommended United States Pharmacopeia (USP) disintegration parameters; and meets Food and Drug Administration (FDA) labeling requirements.

"We know our products contain exactly what is listed on the label, but it's critical to have third-party confirmation and approval," says Dan Macuga, USANA chief communications officer. "We're proud of how well our products have performed in independent testing from reputable third-party organizations such as ConsumerLab.com."

This review tested similar eye health products from various nutritional supplement manufacturers to determine whether they in fact contained the right amounts of lutein and zeaxanthin on their labels. The review can be found on the company's website at www.consumerlab.com.

In light of new FDA warnings against potentially unsafe supplements available on the market, ConsumerLab.com testing helps consumers and healthcare professionals make better decisions and more informed recommendations when it comes to supplements.

"There is a lot of research and development that go into each of our products. Lutein and zeaxanthin are crucial for eye health—that's why they are essential ingredients in Visionex," states Dr. Carsten Smidt, USANA vice president of research and development. "We use the highest quality ingredients possible, and we have pharmaceutical quality protocols in place that guarantee potency and purity."

Since 1999, ConsumerLab.com has tested more than 3,200 products, 350 different brands and nearly every type of popular supplement in order to help consumers and healthcare professionals identify the best quality health and nutrition products. ConsumerLab.com is also the only third-party verification group that freely publishes its testing methods and quality criteria/standards.

Roy Truett of USANA Named Top COO by ExecRank

Press Release | 10/31/2012

Evaluation committees spent months analyzing research and feedback in order to determine the rankings, which are based on the COO's performance in 24 key areas.

"I am humbled and honored to be named a Top COO alongside so many extraordinary COOs in the nation. I credit much of my success to the hard work and dedication of the outstanding employees at USANA Health Sciences," Truett said.

According to ExecRank, being named a top COO is a monumental accomplishment. The rankings are heavily based on the COO's abilities to execute operational efficiencies that improve profit margins and the company's return on equity. Also weighing in on the rankings are recommendations provided by the chief executive officers and chief financial officers of the finalists. In addition to these praises, Truett was selected based upon his work and reputation in the industry.

Dave Wentz, CEO of USANA Health Sciences, said, "To have our COO be named one of the best in the nation is quite an achievement, but it comes as no surprise to me because Roy Truett exemplifies efficiency. He has been instrumental in the creation of lean operating practices and has championed progressive ideas in enterprise and technology. Our company has benefitted greatly through the innovative work of Mr. Truett."

There are more than 100,000 COOs in the United States, yet only a select few are awarded this distinguished honor.

USANA Announces Record Third Quarter 2012 Results

Press Release | 10/24/2012

SALT LAKE CITY, Oct 23, 2012 -- USANA Health Sciences, Inc. announced record financial results for its fiscal third quarter ended September 29, 2012.

Net sales for the third quarter of 2012 increased by 15.1% to $165.2 million, compared with $143.5 million in the prior-year period. The growth in net sales was driven by increases in both the Company's Asia Pacific and North America/Europe regions. Changes in currency exchange rates reduced net sales by nearly $1.0 million.

Net earnings for the third quarter increased to $17.5 million, an increase of 41.2%, compared with the prior-year period. This increase was due primarily to higher net sales, lower relative Associate incentive expense, and a meaningfully lower effective tax rate of 28.2% for the quarter. Earnings per share for the quarter increased by 45.7% to $1.18, compared with $0.81 in the third quarter of the prior year. This improvement in earnings per share can be attributed to higher net earnings and a lower number of diluted shares outstanding, which resulted from the Company's share repurchases over the last 12 months. Total diluted common shares outstanding as of September 29, 2012 were 14,884, as compared with 15,205 as of October 1, 2011.

"We believe USANA's exceptional results this quarter are largely due to the strategies we set into place during 2011 and the first part of 2012, which have combined to generate strong momentum for USANA," said Mr. Dave Wentz, Chief Executive Officer. "A highlight of the quarter was our 20th anniversary celebration at our International Convention in Salt Lake City, where we had record attendance and record sales. A significant part of our convention was the unveiling of our personalization strategy, which focuses on our customers and their experience with us. As part of this strategy, we announced MyHealthPak's availability in our Asia Pacific region and the launch of new tools and applications designed to help our Associates customize USANA's products for their customers. Personalization and customization are key components of our long-term strategy to grow our business and deliver value to both our customers and shareholders."

The Company provided the following updated financial outlook for 2012:

-- Consolidated net sales approaching $645 million, versus the previous outlook of between $630 million and $640 million.

-- Earnings per share between $4.35 and $4.40, versus the previous outlook of between $4.10 and $4.20.

Chief Financial Officer Doug Hekking commented, "In light of our strong third-quarter performance, and the current momentum we are seeing in the business, we are updating our financial outlook for the remainder of the year. Actual results and our updated forecast for the year would make 2012 USANA's tenth consecutive year of record sales."

USANA will hold a conference call and webcast to discuss this announcement with investors on Wednesday, October 24, 2012 at 11:00 AM Eastern Time. Investors may listen to the call by accessing USANA's website.

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act. Our actual results could differ materially from those projected in these forward-looking statements, which involve a number of risks and uncertainties, including global economic conditions generally, reliance upon our network of independent Associates, the governmental regulation of our products, manufacturing and marketing risks, adverse publicity risks, and risks associated with our international expansion. The contents of this release should be considered in conjunction with the risk factors, warnings, and cautionary statements that are contained in our most recent filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

USANA Ranks As A Top Revenue Growth Company For 8th Consecutive Year

Press Release | 10/16/2012

"It is an honor to be recognized by this group and we plan on demonstrating continued and consistent growth into 2013 and beyond," says USANA's Chief Financial Officer, Doug Hekking.

MountainWest Capital Network sponsors an annual event honoring Utah's top 100 fastest growing companies, the top 15 revenue growth companies, and a select group of "Emerging Elite" businesses in Utah.

USANA Schedules Third Quarter Earnings Release and Conference Call

Press Release | 10/9/2012

The webcast is also being distributed over Thomson's Investor Distribution Network to both institutional and individual investors. Individual investors can listen to the call through Thomson's individual investor center at www.fulldisclosure.com or by visiting any of the investor sites in Thomson's Individual Investor Network. Institutional investors can access the call via Thomson's password-protected event management site, StreetEvents.

USANA Unveils New Corporate Branding

Press Release | 8/21/2012

"USANA has long been on the cutting-edge of nutritional science and we needed our branding to reflect that," explained Doug Braun, USANA's chief marketing officer. "Our new logo, packaging and brand positioning illustrates our strong foundation in research, represents our focus on customized health products and appeals to a larger demographic of consumers."

"The new USANA 'globe,' which represents our company's worldwide reach, is comprised of individuals engaging in activities that support the many aspects of our health--the very thing that USANA strives to do," said Dave Wentz, USANA's chief executive officer.

During the four-day convention, USANA also launched two new products, BiOmega Jr. and Go Nuts 'n' Berries Nutrition Bar, updated sales tools and merchandise, and gave away free iPads to nearly 8,000 sales associates in attendance. Top experts from around the world in the fields of business, branding, social media and health and wellness, also took the USANA stage, ending with a powerful and inspirational keynote address from Dr. Mehmet Oz.

USANA Health Sciences Supports Mexico National Soccer

Press Release | 8/13/2012

USANA Recognized As One Of The Best Places To Work

Press Release | 8/4/2012

"We want all of our employees to feel fulfilled by their jobs and excited to come to work each day," said Kevin Guest, USANA president of the Americas and Europe. "By providing our staff with great benefits, tools, and work-life balance, we've been able to maintain high employee job satisfaction and retention rates, and it's great being rewarded for a job well done."

More than 600 USANA employees in Utah enjoy impressive workplace benefits, including free onsite workout facilities and a personal fitness trainer, an annual profit-sharing program, free monthly company health products, excellent health and life insurance packages, regular health fairs and voluntary fitness contests. USANA's efforts to create a positive, healthy work environment have earned the company many accolades. USANA was named one of the Best Companies to Work for by Utah Business magazine in 2011, and was also on PR News' list of Top Places to Work for in 2011.

"We're excited that our commitment to creating a great workplace has been recognized by Outside magazine," said Dan Macuga, USANA chief communications officer. "Being named one of the country's 'Best Places to Work' for the fourth consecutive year is no small feat. It shows that as a company committed to 'true health,' we practice what we preach."

Outside's "Best Places to Work" project celebrates the innovative companies setting a new standard for a healthy work-life balance. The list was compiled with the help of the Outdoor Industry Association and Best Companies Group. The yearlong selection process began with an outreach effort that identified a wide range of non-profit and for-profit organizations with at least 15 employees working in the United States. Participating companies were then sent confidential employee-satisfaction surveys and employer-questionnaires to collect information about benefits, compensation, policies, job satisfaction, environmental initiatives, and community outreach programs. The experts at the Best Companies Group then analyzed the results and selected the companies that best enable employees to pursue active lifestyles while also supporting their social and environmental contributions.

"We're thrilled to celebrate all 100 of these forward-thinking companies," says Michael Roberts, Senior Executive Editor of Outside. "They believe success depends on helping their employees live more active and fulfilling lives. The kinds of benefits they're providing—free fitness classes, flexible hours, subsidized healthy meals, lots of time out of the office—result in a more productive and engaged staff."

USANA Health Sciences Appoints CMO and CPO

Press Release | 8/3/2012

"USANA has experienced consistent growth over the years," said Dave Wentz, USANA's chief executive officer. "Each of these executives has played a key role in developing the company's overall direction and ensuring our continued success in uncertain economic times."

With nearly 20 years of experience in operations management, Jim Brown has been with USANA for more than six years, implementing critical improvements to the company's manufacturing and quality control as its vice president of global operations. As CPO, Brown will continue to maintain USANA's outstanding manufacturing reputation and oversee a cornerstone of the company's business: the production of safe, high-quality nutritional products.

Former vice president of marketing, Doug Braun, will now serve as USANA's CMO overseeing the company's marketing, associate recognition, creative services and studio production departments. A veteran of the MLM industry, Braun has led the charge on several key marketing campaigns that have poised USANA for future growth.

As director of compliance for USANA, Dan Whitney was integral to USANA's recent successful entrance into Thailand, France and Belgium. As the company's new vice president of ethics and market expansion, Whitney will leverage his wealth of experience to bring USANA into a growing number of global markets.

Additionally, Kevin Guest, has been named president of the Americas and Europe and will be taking on additional responsibilities to secure greater strategic market share for USANA throughout Europe.

Chief Communications Officer Dan Macuga will now also be responsible for growing USANA in North America by absorbing the company's North American field development department, an element vital to USANA's success.

"We announced these promotions at our quarterly meeting yesterday and they were met with great excitement, along with news that sales are up, earnings have increased and our performance is strong in the North American, Europe and Asia-Pacific regions," said Doug Hekking, USANA's chief financial officer. "We look forward to the next 20 years as we continue to grow and expand."

USANA Announces Record Second Quarter 2012 Results

Press Release | 7/25/2012

Net sales for the second quarter of 2012 increased by 8.0% to $160.9 million, compared with $148.9 million in the prior-year period. The growth in net sales was driven by increases in both the Company's Asia Pacific and North America & Europe regions. Changes in currency exchange rates reduced net sales by $2.7 million.

Net earnings for the second quarter increased to $16.7 million, an increase of 20.9%, compared with the prior-year period. This increase was due primarily to higher net sales, improved gross margins, lower relative Associate incentive expense, and a lower effective tax rate. Earnings per share for the quarter increased 26.1% to $1.11, compared with $0.88 in the second quarter of the prior year. This improvement in earnings per share resulted from higher net earnings and a lower number of diluted shares outstanding, resulting from the Company's share repurchases over the last 12 months.

"USANA delivered solid second quarter results, which capped a very impressive first half of 2012," said Mr. Dave Wentz, Chief Executive Officer. "During the quarter, we continued to see momentum in our business build due, in part, to our successful launch of a new component to our Associate compensation plan. This component, which is known as our Lifetime Matching Bonus, was very well received by our Associates worldwide. Along with the introduction of the Lifetime Matching Bonus, we ran a short-term sales promotion that also contributed to our positive results during the quarter."

The Company continued its successful track record of generating meaningful levels of cash from operations and ended the quarter with approximately $65.5 million in cash and cash equivalents. Cash generated from operations totaled $21.3 million for the quarter. During the quarter, the Company invested $26.6 million to repurchase 677,000 shares of the Company's stock.

The Company provided the following updated financial outlook for 2012:

-- Consolidated net sales between $630 million and $640 million, versus the previous outlook of between $610 million and $625 million.

-- Earnings per share between $4.10 and $4.20, versus the previous outlook of between $3.60 and $3.70.

USANA Sponsors More Than 60 Olympic Athletes

Npros.com | 7/16/2012

"We are honored to be sponsoring such a talented group of athletes and wish them all the best as they prepare to compete for gold in their respectable events," said Dan Macuga, USANA's chief communications officer.

Former Olympians Sam Stosur (Australia), Liezel Huber (United States), and Beijing bronze medalist, Zheng Jie (China) will travel to London, alongside fellow WTA players, Kim Clijsters (Belgium) and Aleksandra Wozniak (Canada), who will make their Summer Games debut this year.

Other USANA-sponsored athletes competing in London include:

Trinidad and Tobago native, and Athens bronze medalist, George Bovell (50, 100 free, 100 backstroke)

U.S. distance runner and Athens silver medalist, Mebrahtom "Meb" Keflezighi

Canadian RSX windsurfer and two-time Games participant, Nikola Girke

Caymanian freestyle swimmer and Beijing competitor, Brett Fraser (50, 100, 200 free)

Australian flatwater kayaker and 2008 Olympian, Tate Smith (K4 1000m)

Mexican breaststroke swimmer, Christian Schurr (200 breaststroke)

U.S freestyle swimmer, Conor Dwyer (400 individual free, 800 free relay)

Mexican 3-meter springboard diver, Julian Sanchez

Korean Men's and Women's National Handball Teams

Mexican Men's National Olympic Soccer Team

"I am coming into the Olympics feeling healthy and confident in the year of hard work that I have put in, and believe I have a chance to take the gold home," said Bovell. "The anticipation of approaching the ultimate opportunity for greatness in sport is something indescribable, that gives every action I take a purpose, and makes me feel completely alive. I want to remember this feeling as long as I live."

"To perform my best in London, I need my health to be at its optimum level and am thankful that I can trust USANA to provide me with products that help me get there," Girke said. "I am very excited about the upcoming Games and feel that I am ready for whatever is thrown my way."

USANA Schedules Second Quarter Earnings Release and Conference Call

Press Release | 7/15/2012

The call will be broadcast over the Internet and can be accessed at http://www.usanahealthsciences.com.

The webcast is also being distributed over Thomson's Investor Distribution Network to both institutional and individual investors. Individual investors can listen to the call through Thomson's individual investor center at www.fulldisclosure.com or by visiting any of the investor sites in Thomson's Individual Investor Network. Institutional investors can access the call via Thomson's password-protected event management site, StreetEvents (www.streetevents.com).

USANA Schedules 2nd Quarter Earnings Release and Conference Call

Press Release | 7/10/2012

The call will be broadcast over the Internet and can be accessed at http://www.usanahealthsciences.com .

The webcast is also being distributed over Thomson's Investor Distribution Network to both institutional and individual investors. Individual investors can listen to the call through Thomson's individual investor center at www.fulldisclosure.com or by visiting any of the investor sites in Thomson's Individual Investor Network. Institutional investors can access the call via Thomson's password-protected event management site, StreetEvents ( www.streetevents.com ).

USANA Hires Dr Carsten Smidt as VP of Research and Development

Press Release | 7/3/2012

Prior to USANA, Dr. Smidt worked for Mead Johnson Nutritionals where he helped develop and market the well-known energy drink, Boost®. He also held multiple executive R&D positions at Pharmanex (Nu Skin), where he developed more than 50 percent of the company's product portfolio, over a span of ten years.

"We are excited to have Dr. Smidt join our impressive group of in-house scientific experts," said USANA's Chief Executive Officer, Dave Wentz. "As we plan USANA's next 20 years, we expect to continue developing innovative ways of spreading nutrition globally. With his experience in product development and strategy, and our shared desire to create a world free of pain and suffering, we are confident that together we will accomplish great things."

Dr. Smidt, who earned his doctorate in Nutrition Science and Physiological Chemistry from the University of California at Davis, is an active member of the American College of Nutrition (FACN), the American Society of Clinical Nutrition (ASCN), the American Society for Nutritional Sciences (ASNS), the German Society for Nutrition (DGE), and the Senior Scientific Advisory Council (SSAC) of the Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN).

He will begin his new position at USANA's corporate office effective immediately.

USANA Joins DSA Code of Ethics Communication Initiative

Press Release | 6/26/2012

"USANA regularly goes above and beyond to distinguish itself as an ethical company," said Dan Whitney, USANA executive director of international development and compliance. "As a publicly traded company, our goal is to always be transparent in how we conduct our business. It's important to us that we demonstrate our commitment to the highest level of ethics--from our financial reporting to our scientific research to how we treat our employees."

The DSA Code of Ethics ensures that member companies will not make any statements or promises that may mislead either consumers or prospective sales people. They recognize that pyramid schemes are illegal and companies operating such pyramids are not permitted to be members of the DSA.

"It's a privilege to be a member of the DSA code of ethics, and we take it seriously," said Dan Macuga, USANA chief communications officer. "The direct selling business model is sometimes misunderstood. Through our participation in the DSA, we can help educate the public about direct selling, while holding ourselves and other multi-level marketing companies accountable to a high operating standard."

USANA has also just become a member of the Direct Selling Women's Alliance (DSWA). The DSWA recognizes that more than 87% of direct sellers worldwide are women, and feel that it's important to focus on that particular group. Nicki Keohohou, co-founder and partner in charge of marketing for the DSWA, recently spoke at USANA's first ever Successful Women Empowering Entrepreneurs Together (SWEET) two-day training and empowerment retreat to support female entrepreneurs.

USANA Health Sciences Receives 10 American Business Awards

Press Release | 6/21/2012

Honoring organizations and business individuals across the nation, The American Business Awards presented USANA with medals for having one of the country's best Management Teams, CEO, company, communications department, warehouse operations, and social media campaigns this year. USANA's Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel, Jim Bramble, was named Maverick of the Year for his notable guidance and commitment to ethics, while Chief Communications Officer, Dan Macuga, and Executive Director of Marketing, PR and Social Media, Ashley Collins, were both named PR Executive of the Year for their vision and leadership in public relations. Executive Assistant, Andrea Chen also earned notable honors and was named Support Staffer of the Year for providing exceptional assistance to USANA's President of the Americas and Europe, Kevin Guest.

"To be recognized and honored by the American Business Awards in multiple categories is a privilege and a testament of our commitment to producing high-quality, innovative products," said Macuga. "USANA continues to push the envelope and excel in everything we do, and we are thrilled to have received such a large amount of accolades already during our 20th anniversary."

Other notable accolades earned during the first two quarters include:

The Best of State Awards are given to companies or individuals based off of their excelled endeavors, innovative approaches and methods, and contributions to creating a better quality of life in Utah.

Science/Technology--Research and Development

Dietary Supplements (9th honor since 2003)

Health/Nutrition Beverage--Rev3 Energy(TM) (4th honor since 2009)

Health/Nutrition Product (2nd honor since 2009)

Overall in Merchandising & Consumer Services (2nd honor since 2008)

The Communicator Awards recognize big ideas in marketing and communications, honoring work that transcends innovation and craft, and this year USANA was honored with a number of gold and silver awards: nine for writing and design for the company's print publications, two for video production, an award for crisis communications, one for The Healthy Home and another for the company's corporate blog, What's Up, USANA?

The Telly Awards honor the finest film and video productions, including groundbreaking online, local, regional, and cable television commercials and programs. Acknowledged for its high-impact TV ads and online videos, used to promote its brand, educate consumers and support its distributors, USANA received five Telly honors.

The company was also recognized by The AVA Awards earlier in the year for its outstanding concepts, direction, design, and production of media, with eight video production awards and two social media honors.

Other accolades received include two Hermes Creative Awards, a Communitas honor, and top rankings as "Distributors Choice" Best Company in Network Marketing, for the 15th consecutive year since 1997, from NetWork Marketing Today & The MLM Insider Magazine.

USANA Sponsors Runner Embarking on 7 Marathons in 7 Days

Press Release | 6/14/2012

"I began taking USANA products five months ago and have been quite astounded with the results," said Allsop. "I have always used some sort of multivitamin supplement on all my adventures and expeditions. When I changed to USANA, I couldn't believe the results. I felt so good and so different! I had more energy during my training and throughout the day. Without a shadow of a doubt USANA has enabled me to train hard and recover faster. USANA is my foundation--I trust their supplements."

Allsop hopes the 777 Project will inspire disadvantaged children to achieve all their hopes and dreams, and raise $10,000 for the children's charity KidsCan. Allsop regularly talks to schools as part of his philanthropic efforts and says he gets his motivation from his wife, Wendy, and their three children, Ethan, Maya, and Dylan.

"Mike embodies USANA's core values--we believe in true health, philanthropy and challenging ourselves and others to do amazing things," said Dan Macuga, USANA chief communications officer. "He is also a great role model and an inspiration to us all. USANA is proud to support Mike's health and nutrition every step of the way, and we are excited he will be joining us after his global challenge at our 20th anniversary International Convention in August."

USANA Expands Scientific Advisory Council

Press Release | 6/7/2012

"We are delighted to work with such experienced and well-respected experts," said USANA Founder Dr. Myron Wentz. "We're certain Dr. Frei, Dr. Kleiner, and Dr. Weaver will provide excellent strategic counsel to our company and be meaningful resources to our Associates in the field. We're thrilled they've chosen to join us, as we know they are quite selective about who they work with."

"The research conducted at LPI is vital to science-based companies like USANA," said Dr. John Cuomo, USANA's executive director of global research and development. "Dr. Balz Frei, who has published over 200 scientific papers, has substantial knowledge in nutritional research. We are fortunate to receive his input as we continue to develop and refine the efficacy of our products."

Dr. Kleiner, a foremost authority on nutrition for strength, has extensive knowledge in sports nutrition, which will help USANA better support the hundreds of professional athletes who use their products.

"We have athletes competing in the London Games this year who are counting on us to provide the nutrition they need to win gold medals," said Dan Macuga, USANA chief communications officer. "This is not to mention the 600 other professional athletes and countless physically active users of USANA's products who rely on us to help them perform at their best."

USANA will also be drawing on the expertise of Dr. Libby Weaver, author and one of Australasia's leading nutrition specialists and weight-loss experts, to provide insight and education to associates about their popular line of weight-loss and nutritional products.

According to Dave Wentz, USANA's chief executive officer, "An international company like ours is successful because we understand the value of bringing in experts in a variety of fields from all over the world. We are proud to welcome Dr. Frei, Dr. Kleiner, and Dr. Weaver to our team."

USANA is Official Health Supplement Supplier of Korean National Handball Teams

Press Release | 6/4/2012

"We are excited to be partnering with the Korean Men's and Women's National Handball Teams and are happy to supply them with the vital nutrients their bodies need to recover after a practice or game," said Sherman Ying, USANA's vice president of North Asia. "We look forward to watching them compete in July and wish them the best of luck as they prepare for the Summer Games."

Originated during the late 19th century, the fast paced game of Handball made its global debut at the Berlin 1936 Games and has since become one of the worlds most physically challenging indoor team sports. Handball is considered to be the second largest sport in Europe.

"Sometimes I feel like it's harder, in terms of physical strength, to compete with younger athletes, but USANA's products have given me more energy and have helped me recover faster after training or competition," said men's national handball player, Kyoung-Sin Yoon. "I am confident that USANA's products will assist us to successfully compete against other nations, and I am glad to have them as a sponsor."

The men's team will perform on the world stage for a second time and were recently named the Asian Handball Champions for the second consecutive year, raising their honors to ten titles.

The women's team currently holds two World Championship titles, nine Asian Handball Championship honors, and have consistently participated in the Summer Games since 1984, earning a bronze, three silver and two gold medals. This year will mark their seventh appearance at the international competition.

"I am very happy and grateful for the opportunity to use USANA products and be part of their impressive athlete sponsorship program," said Woo Sun-Hee, member of the women's national team. "I am concentrating on training with their products, and am convinced that they will assist me, and our team, with great results at the London Games."

The two teams join more than 600 other USANA sponsored athletes, including the U.S. Ski and Snowboard Association, WTA Tour, Great Britain Short Track Speedskating Team, and a multitude of professional athletes worldwide, who receive USANA's NSF and HFL-tested products.

USANA Health Sciences Earns Four Best of State Awards

Press Release | 5/23/2012

To date, USANA has earned more than 20 Best of State awards since 2003 and currently sells its award-winning products in 18 international markets.

"In a state that houses more than 100 dietary supplement manufacturers, it is a tremendous honor to be recognized as having the best nutritional products and R&D department," said USANA's Chief Communications Officer, Dan Macuga. "To be recognized by Best of State for our hard-work, year after year, is a testament of our dedication to developing cutting-edge nutritional products and technology. We could not be more thrilled."

This is the ninth year USANA has been recognized as having the best dietary supplements in the state and the second year it has been recognized for its exceptional health and nutrition products. In addition to its nutritional supplements, USANA's Rev3 Energy® drink earned its fourth consecutive title since it was introduced to the public in 2009, while the company's research and development department took home its first medal for its rigorous testing methods, studies, and innovative product technology.

"In 20 years of being in business, USANA has never issued a recall on any of its products and have supplied more than 600 elite athletes with our high-quality nutritional supplements," said Dr. John Cuomo, Executive Director of Global Research and Development. "We take our testing methods and procedures very seriously and to receive validation as being the best R&D department in the state is both favorable and exhilarating."

The Best of State Awards were created in 2003 to recognize outstanding individuals, organizations and businesses in Utah. Best of State candidates are evaluated by a panel of 100 judges based on three criteria: achievement in the field of endeavor; innovation or creativity in approaches, techniques, methods or processes; and contribution to improving the quality of life in Utah.

USANA has also received four top honors for its Sense(TM) skin-care line since 2007 and, was named Utah's best employer in 2010.

USANA Health Sciences Expands Research and Development Team

Press Release | 5/22/2012

Dr. Cuomo will be heavily involved in the building of a USANA research and development laboratory in Singapore, and he will continue to work on the company's expansion into China. He holds more than 20 U.S. and European patents, is the author of numerous scientific papers, and brings decades of expertise to USANA's research and development team in the areas of synthetic organic chemistry, manufacturing, and analytical methods.

"Science is the foundation of our business, and as USANA continues to grow, we are expanding our scientific team to meet increasing demand for new products and research," says Dr. Cuomo. "Health and wellness is a $600-billion-dollar global industry that continues to trend toward prevention, and we are prepared for continued growth."

Dr. Dixon will be taking on additional responsibilities in new product development, clinical research, and technology innovation. He earned a Ph.D. in molecular and cellular biology from Oregon State University's Linus Pauling Institute, where his research focused on the underlying biochemical and cellular mechanisms of aging.

"USANA is unlike other nutritional companies," says Dr. Dixon. "Few supplement companies make the kind of investment we do in scientific research, strategic partnerships, product development and technological innovation."

Licensed naturopathic physician, Dr. Nancy Steely, is a graduate of the world-renowned Bastyr University, and has been a holistic health care practitioner since 2000. She has joined USANA as a senior scientist who will be involved in all aspects of product development with a focus on formulations.

Dr. Mark Levy, a Ph.D. in human nutrition from Ohio State University, also holds a master's degree in nutritional sciences from the University of Guelph, and a bachelor's degree in food science and biology from Acadia University. Dr. Levy's role as a senior scientist is primarily to research, test, and innovate nutritional compounds for their efficacy in promoting long-term human health.

John Bosse is a registered dietitian and NSCA Certified Personal Trainer who specializes in sports nutrition. Bosse received his Master's Degree in Sports Dietetics from the University of Utah and a Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science from Colby-Sawyer College. He has taken on the role as senior scientist for product innovation and is involved in research and development of new products and technologies to help USANA stay at the forefront of the nutritional industry.

"The specialties of our new research and development staff are so diverse that we are certain they will bring new innovations and insights to our company as we surpass our 20 years in business," said Kevin Guest, USANA's president of the Americas and Europe.

USANA Nutritionals Approved For Athlete Use By NSF International

Press Release | 5/21/2012

"More than 600 professional athletes take our product, many of whom are competing in the London Games this summer," says Dr. John Cuomo, USANA's executive director of global research and development. "These athletes, who have been taking our product for years, rely on us to manufacture effective supplements that they can safely use."

To ensure that the company's products are indeed safe and effective, USANA manufactures its products following the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and tests its products multiple times from the raw ingredient stage up to the time it leaves the company's FDA-registered facility in Salt Lake City, Utah. USANA also voluntarily tests its supplements to make sure they meet trusted United States Pharmacopeia (USP) standards and specifications for potency, uniformity, and disintegration.

In line with the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency's recommendations, USANA has its products regularly tested by third-party organizations such as HFL, NSF International and ConsumerLab.com. Each company uses comprehensive testing methods to verify that what is on a product's label is, in fact, what is in the bottle.

"Supplements are important for athletes because you never know what food will be available to you when you're traveling, and you're traveling all the time," explains Matt Lowe, U.S. swimmer and London Games hopeful. "The important thing is to only take supplements you know are safe. That's why I take USANA - because they're tested by both HFL and NSF International."

"We put our money where our mouth is with our Athlete Guarantee Program," explains Dr. Brian Dixon, USANA's executive director of product & technology innovation. "Any athlete who has signed up for the guarantee and fails a banned substance test as a result of taking USANA's product can be compensated up to a million dollars. We are not aware of any other supplement company that offers this kind of guarantee, and we have never had an issue. In fact, in 20 years of doing business, we have never had to issue a product recall."

USANA Procosa Receives Certification

Press Release | 5/14/2012

When testing supplements, ConsumerLab.com uses rigorous independent testing to determine the product's strength, purity, and disintegration--specifically for Procosa, ConsumerLab tested its glucosamine content, how it met stringent lead levels criteria and its ability to disintegrate or break apart.

"In 20 years of doing business, we've never had to issue a product recall," said Jim Brown, USANA's vice president of global operations. "Because we manufacture over 90% of our products in-house in our FDA-registered facility, we can control the quality, safety and efficacy of our supplements. We also insist that our vendors follow our same strict quality control processes, so that by the time our product is shipped out, it has been tested numerous times."

"We welcome any third-party organization, such as ConsumerLab.com, to test and verify the claims we make on our products," says Dan Macuga, USANA's chief communications officer. "It gives us the opportunity to prove the claims we've been making for years on products that are now sold in 18 markets worldwide. All USANA employees are given free products monthly, so we are both the manufacturers and the end users of our own supplements. We are very committed to our products."

In addition to earning ConsumerLab.com's seals of approval, USANA's products, which are used by over 600 professional athletes, are also independently tested by NSF International and HFL. The company's Utah-based manufacturing facility follows Federal Drug Administration (FDA) guidelines for Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and voluntarily tests its supplements to make sure they meet United States Pharmacopeia (USP) standards and specifications for potency, uniformity, and disintegration.

USANA Health Sciences Increases Share Repurchase Authorization

Press Release | 5/10/2012

Repurchases may be made from time to time, in the open market, through block trades or otherwise. The number of shares to be purchased and the timing of purchases will be based on market conditions, the level of cash balances, general business opportunities and other factors.

Dave Wentz, Chief Executive Officer, said, "The Board's authorization of additional funding for our stock repurchase program is an indication of our confidence in the long-term growth potential of the Company. We will continue to explore opportunities to build long-term value for our shareholders."

Jen Groover Joins USANA As Spokesperson

Press Release | 5/2/2012

"We can't think of a better female entrepreneur to partner with who can speak authentically about self-empowerment and business development," said Dan Macuga, USANA chief communications officer. "We are confident that Jen's business savvy and leadership skills will provide valuable insight, as well as actionable strategies and tactics that will help our associates achieve even greater success."

"My goal as a spokesperson and trainer is to provide instruction on the principles of success that aren't taught in school," said Groover. "What I love about the direct sales world is how important confidence and personal development is to your success. Learning how to get past your self-limiting beliefs and fears allows you to achieve great success."

USANA's SWEET Retreat is a two-day training and empowerment retreat that will feature an array of professional speakers, including Nicki Keohohou, co-founder and partner in charge of marketing for the Direct Selling Women's Alliance (DSWA). The event will be held in Orange County, California, May 18-19.

USANA celebrates its 20th anniversary at their International Convention in Salt Lake City from August 15-18. Groover will be joining other specialists at the event: Dr. Mehmet Oz, Dr. Christiane Northrup, Darren Hardy, Jason Ryan Dorsey, John C. Maxwell, Dr. Libby Weaver, and Denis Waitley.

About Jen GrooverJen Groover is a highly sought after speaker, author, designer, media contributor, and inventor. She began her entrepreneurial career right out of college in the fitness industry, with a focus in personal training. Her success skyrocketed with the creation of the Butler Bag, the world's first compartmentalized handbag, and hasn't stopped since. Groover has been tagged by Success magazine as a "One-Woman Brand" and a "Creativity and Innovation Guru," and a leading "Serial Entrepreneur" by Entrepreneur magazine.

USANA Schedules First Quarter Earnings Release

Press Release | 4/17/2012

The call will be broadcast over the Internet and can be accessed at USANA's website.

The webcast is also being distributed over Thomson's Investor Distribution Network to both institutional and individual investors. Individual investors can listen to the call through Thomson's individual investor center at www.fulldisclosure.com or by visiting any of the investor sites in Thomson's Individual Investor Network. Institutional investors can access the call via Thomson's password-protected event management site, StreetEvents.

USANA Announces Official Opening of Thailand Market

Press Release | 3/22/2012

"Thailand is one of the top direct selling markets in the world," said Dave Wentz, USANA's chief executive officer. "They understand direct selling and nutritional supplements and many of our associates have strong ties to Southeast Asia, which is why we chose to enter this market. Strengthening our presence in the Asia-Pacific region is one part of our long-term expansion strategy."

USANA's Thailand office is located in Chamchuri Square, centrally located in a commercial hub in Bangkok. Over the next few months, as excitement builds around USANA's grand opening in Thailand, both Dave Wentz and USANA's president of Asia Pacific, Deborah Woo, will be in Bangkok to celebrate and support the launch of this new market.

"I find keeping the enthusiasm and momentum rolling is fundamentally important when expanding our business into new territory," said Woo. "The topic of health is becoming an increasingly popular theme in this region, which is why entering Thailand was such a significant move for us."

USANA Unveils New Charitable Foundation

Press Release | 3/8/2012

SALT LAKE CITY, March 8, 2012 -- USANA Health Sciences, Inc., a global nutritional supplements company, today announced the opening of its new charitable foundation, the USANA True Health Foundation. The organization will offer basic necessitates, such as nutrition, clothing, shelter, medical assistance and health education to those who are suffering or in need.

"The primary motivation for the creation of this foundation is the never-ending quest for more efficient, economic, effective ways to improve the health and living conditions of people around the world," said Elaine Pace, president of USANA True Health Foundation. "Our goal is to meet the urgent needs of deserving populations and assist them with active compassion whenever the situation demands, to provide whatever is needed." Donations made to the foundation can be assigned to one of two funds: the General Fund and the Children's Hunger Fund. Charitable gifts made to the General Fund will be used to support areas of great need around the world, aid in rapid disaster relief, and assist wellness organizations such as HealthCorps, founded by Dr. Mehmet Oz and Lisa Oz, to combat childhood obesity and educate children about nutrition and fitness. HealthCorps is the first among many organizations that USANA True Health Foundation intends to support through its General Fund.

Contributions to Children's Hunger Fund will aid the non-profit organization, which has a long-standing partnership with USANA. For more than a decade, USANA and CHF have helped alleviate the suffering of children in impoverished regions across America and around the world. To date, the organization has received over $11 million in resources through USANA.

"USANA Health Sciences will be paying all administrative costs related to operating the foundation," said Dave Wentz, USANA's chief executive officer. "One hundred percent of every dollar donated to the organization will directly benefit those in need. Our goal is to maximize all donations to help as many people as we can."

Donations can be made through www.USANAfoundation.org in the form of a one-time pledge, continuous, automatic contributions, or a variety of monetary programs, to the fund of the donor's choice. All donations made by taxpayers in the United States and Hong Kong are tax-deductible. Residents of other countries should check with their local tax professional to determine whether their donation is deductible.

Based on pledges and donations to date, the foundation expects to raise more than $3 million within the first year of operations.

USANA Works with Dr. Oz and HealthCorps to Fight Childhood Obesity

Press Release | 2/28/2012

"One of the reasons we chose to donate to HealthCorps is because we share such similar values," said Dave Wentz, USANA's chief executive officer. "Our common mission is to create a healthier world for future generations, while helping people make better decisions today. It's impressive to see how HealthCorps is impacting people's lives."

USANA will be lending a helping hand to an organization committed to dealing with one of the most pressing health issues in the United States.

"Consider that approximately 12.5 million American children and adolescents, ages 2 to 19 years, are obese," Dr. Oz said. "In New York State alone, obesity among children and adolescents has tripled over the last three decades. This is among the many issues that HealthCorps is committed to address, and with USANA's generosity, we are able to do much more with our programs."

The two organizations will kick off their collaboration this afternoon at a "Teen Battle Chef" cooking competition at Columbia University. High school students from the tri-state area will each prepare a healthy dish to present to a panel of judges that includes celebrity chef Rocco DiSpirito, Dr. Oz, Lisa Oz, Dave Wentz, and USANA Founder Dr. Myron Wentz. Each teen will receive Circulon® cookware and tickets to the Health and Happiness Summit, a wellness event hosted by Dr. Oz on Feb. 25 at Radio City Music Hall.

"Teen Battle Chef is one of HealthCorps' many educational programs," Lisa Oz said. "The purpose is to teach kids about healthy eating in a fun way, and we are fortunate to have USANA's support."

Erica Irvin, vice president of Students for Food Policy and Obesity Prevention at Columbia University, said the campus was honored to host the event. "Organizations like HealthCorps are doing work that have long-term ripple effect," she said. "Kids benefiting from HealthCorps programs today may teach other kids about health, be a strong example to their peers and even go on to affect public policy and change in the future. That's what this is about."

USANA Offers Chance to Win Tickets to Health and Happiness Summit

Press Release | 1/30/2012

"We sold out of tickets within six hours, so we're obviously very excited about the incredible interest we've received," says Dr. Oz. "It speaks to why I enjoy doing these kinds of events--it allows me to bring together experts whom I trust, to talk about the issues that people truly care about."

The Health and Happiness Summit is a half-day wellness event featuring renowned nutrition, fitness, and health experts, Dr. Christiane Northrup, Dr. Nicholas Perricone, Rovenia "Dr. Ro" Brock, Dr. Michael Breus, Dr. Myron Wentz, Dave Wentz, Montel Williams, and Lisa Oz. Each expert will speak on a topic related to his or her field of expertise and offer simple steps people can take to live healthier, happier, and more fulfilling lives.

"I'm excited to speak at this event and talk about some of the health issues that Americans are struggling with today, especially our children," says Lisa Oz. "The event hopes to do what our organization, HealthCorps®, aims to do: empower communities to take charge of their health."

Enter to win free tickets to the Health and Happiness Summit by posting on the USANA Health Sciences Facebook wall, tweeting @USANAinc with the #HHSummit hashtag or commenting on the company's blog at http://whatsupusana.com/?p=24791 .

USANA Extends Sponsorship of US Speedskating

Press Release | 1/19/2012

US Speedskating currently holds 85 Olympic medals, the most of any other U.S. winter Olympic team, and hopes to break into triple-digits during the Sochi 2014 Winter Olympic Games.

"Extending our sponsorship with these elite American athletes was an easy decision for us," said Dan Macuga, USANA's chief communications officer. "We are honored to be able to continue assisting them with their health as they prepare to dominate the world stage during the upcoming winter Olympic games."

"We're honored to renew our relationship with USANA," said Mark Greenwald, US Speedskating's executive director. "Our athletes and staff travel throughout the world for long periods of time, and it is vital that they get the nutrition they need to stay healthy. USANA's products provide our athletes with the peace of mind they need to stay focused on competing and winning. We truly appreciate all that USANA does, and will continue to do for our athletes and staff. We look forward to our continued partnership."

"As our longest-standing sponsor, I would like to thank USANA for providing us with world-class products that help give us the edge on our competitors," said U.S. Long Track World Cup Team athlete Brittany Bowe.

Bowe and the rest of US Speedskating's Winter World Cup team will compete Saturday, January 21st - Sunday, January 22nd, at the Essent ISU Speedskating World Cup, in Salt Lake City.

USANA Health Sciences Wins 45 Awards in 2011

Press Release | 1/11/2012

"USANA works hard to be the best, and it's important that our company, employees, and associates are recognized for their dedication and hard-work," said Dan Macuga, chief communications officer. "Being honored for our accomplishments is inspiring to our associates and employees, who are in turn motivated to do even more to drive sales, grow our markets and build a stronger company culture."

In this competitive industry and current economic climate, many companies struggle to find longevity. This year, USANA is celebrating its 20th anniversary.

"Each award given to USANA for outstanding work is valued and appreciated, but a handful of awards won this year stand out in particular," said Kevin Guest, president of North America. "To be recognized with such an array of reputable awards is a privilege, and we hope to beat our awards record in 2012."

2011 Notable Accolades include:

Outside Magazine Awards spotlights the 50 of the best places to work for in America from a wide range of non-profit and for-profit organizations.

•Best Places to Work For in America Utah Business Awards shines the spotlight on Utah's best companies and showcases their great leadership abilities.

•Best Companies To Work For PR News Awards showcase companies with the best innovative and successful communications initiatives.

•Top Places To Work Consumer Lab Awards identifies the best quality health and nutritional products through independent testing.

•#1 Overall Merchant for Customer Service Satisfaction •#1 Merchant in Direct Sales Based on Customer Satisfaction

The Best of State Awards recognizes outstanding individuals, organizations and businesses in Utah.

•Best Dietary Supplements (7th win since 2003) •Best Personal Care Products/Cosmetics - Sense™ (4th win since 2007) •Best Health/Nutrition Beverage – Rev3 Energy™ (3rd win since 2009 The Telly Awards honors excellence in local, regional, cable TV commercials, non-broadcast video and TV programs.

•Non-Broadcast Production History Bio (Under the Microscope) •Internet/Online Video (Did You Know? The Healthy Home video) •Internet/Online Video-Green/Eco Friendly (Did You Know? The Healthy Home video) •People's Telly (Did You Know? The Healthy Home video) The Stevie Awards recognizes outstanding performances in the workplace worldwide, honoring companies of all types and sizes and the people behind them.

•People's Choice Favorite New Media/Entertainment Product (Health and Freedom Solution) Nutrisearch Gold Medal of Achievement Awards compares over 1,500 nutritional products in North America to an independent nutritional benchmark and test not only the nutrients included in a supplement.

•Editors Choice (Comparative Guide to Nutritional Supplements)

Olympians Join USANA as Brand Ambassadors

Press Release | 1/4/2012

Arguably the most dominant snowboardcross rider in the business, Jacobellis secured the title of winningest female in Winter X Games history after securing her fourth consecutive gold medal during the 2011 trial. She also holds three World Cup wins, a silver medal from the 2006 Olympic Winter Games, and most recently, the Telluride FIS Snowboard World Cup title to become the only American to take first in the tournament.

"My demanding training schedule really taxes my body, so I'm excited to be partnering with a nutritional company I can trust to safely and effectively replenish my strength and health," said Jacobellis. "USANA understands that every person has different health needs so they've really focused on providing personalized nutrition. I love that I can choose which vitamins and nutritional products will help me perform at my personal best."

During the 2011 season, Kasper won the Europa Cup slalom title to take his first World Cup podium, and finished the season 17th in slalom after beginning the winter with a ranking of 56th.

"USANA makes products that work and fit every lifestyle which is extremely important for an athlete like myself," said Kasper. "I'm grateful USANA has chosen to partner with the USSA. I wouldn't trust my health to any other company and look forward to working with them."

As USANA brand ambassadors, Jacobellis and Kasper will represent the company publicly and help to educate consumers about the value and importance of using supplements that are safe, effective and manufactured to the highest quality.

USANA Announces Third Quarter Financial Results

Press Release | 10/31/2011

Net sales in the third quarter of 2011 increased by 6.3% to $143.5 million, compared with $135.0 million in the prior year period. This net sales growth was driven by higher product sales in the Company's Asia Pacific region. In addition, favorable currency exchange rates added $5.1 million to the quarter's net sales growth. Net earnings in the third quarter decreased as compared with the prior year period by 3.6% to $12.4 million due to a 172 basis point increase in operating expenses, which was partially offset by improved gross profit margins. The increased operating expenses were predominantly due to an increase in Associate Incentives. Earnings per share for the quarter increased 2.5% to $0.81, compared with $0.79 in the third quarter of the prior year. This increase resulted from a decreased number of diluted shares outstanding from share repurchases over the last 12 months and was partially offset by lower net earnings.

Chief Executive Officer Dave Wentz said, “During the third quarter, our executive team continued to work closely with the Company's Associates to meet challenges and drive performance. At our 19th annual International Convention in August, we hosted thousands of Associates in Salt Lake City, Utah and made several exciting announcements, including the opening of France and Belgium in the first quarter of 2012. Our entry into these two markets will follow our expansion into Thailand in the fourth quarter of 2011, and is consistent with our plan to be more aggressive in our international expansion efforts. The announcement of these new markets has been well received by our Associates and will help drive momentum as we finish off 2011 and begin 2012.”

Net sales in the Asia Pacific region increased by 12.6% to $84.5 million, compared with $75.0 million for the third quarter of the prior year. This improvement was due to strong sales growth in the Philippines, South Korea and BabyCare, the Company's operating entity in China. BabyCare's sales increased $2.7 million during the quarter, in comparison with partial third quarter 2010 operating results. The Company acquired BabyCare on August 16, 2010. In the third quarter, the number of active Associates in this region decreased by 6.3%, which was primarily the result of an anticipated decline in the number of Hong Kong Associates. This decline, however, was partially offset by impressive growth in the number of active Associates in the Philippines, South Korea and BabyCare. In particular, Associate counts increased 87.5% in the Philippines and 50% in each of South Korea and BabyCare.

During the third quarter of 2011, net sales in the North America region decreased by 1.6% to $59.0 million, compared with the third quarter of the prior year. The number of Active Associates in North America during this period also declined by 12.1%, compared with the third quarter of the prior year.

Mr. Wentz added, “We continue to develop our strategy for North America, which focuses on personalization and innovation, coupled with market-specific incentive offerings. This strategy resulted from information gathered from recent market research and will be implemented initially in North America and is intended to drive long-term growth in this region. While we recognize that North America is a mature direct selling region and a difficult region to grow for direct selling companies, we believe that this region will grow with time, effort and the successful execution of our strategy.”

The Company continued its successful track record of generating cash from operations during the third quarter and fiscal year to date. Cash generated from operations totaled $22.1 million for the third quarter and $53.5 million for the first nine months of 2011. As of October 1, 2011, the Company had approximately $36.3 million in cash and cash equivalents. During the quarter, the Company repurchased a total of 268,000 shares under its authorized stock repurchase program for a total investment of $7.4 million and ended the quarter with $29.0 million remaining under the current authorization.

Chief Financial Officer Doug Hekking commented, “Based on our performance during the first three quarters of the year, we are raising our outlook for 2011. We now project consolidated net sales to be between $577 million and $581 million for the year, versus our previous outlook of $565 million to $575 million. In addition, we now expect to generate earnings per share between $3.20 and $3.25 versus our previous outlook of $3.05 to $3.10. We will remain focused on operational efficiency as we continue to integrate BabyCare into our business and work to successfully launch three new markets in the coming quarters. Overall, we are pleased with how the company has responded to the challenges presented in 2011 and expect to finish the year strong.”

USANA Funds Health Study at Utah State University

Press Release | 10/5/2011

A new partnership between the Applied Nutrition Research team at Utah State University and USANA Health Sciences, a Utah-based global nutritional supplement company, was announced this week. Clinical research to study the effects of nutritional supplementation to combat health consequences associated with Cache Valley's poor air quality will begin soon.

Cache Valley experiences poor air quality most often during winter months when high-pressure systems act as a lid to trap pollutants from car exhaust and wood burning chimney fires. The problem isn't specific to Cache Valley. Other areas of the state, including the Salt Lake Valley, experience poor air quality and lengthy inversions. Air pollution is a global issue.

Led by Dr. Michael Lefevre, a USTAR professor in USU's College of Agriculture focusing on overall human health and personalized medicine, the USTAR-funded Applied Nutrition Research team will conduct the clinical research study to understand the connection between dietary antioxidants and the impact of PM2.5, small particulate pollution, on the respiratory systems of at-risk groups. Recruitment for the study begins immediately.

"PM2.5 lodges in the lung and causes irritation and inflammation," says Dr. John Cuomo, USANA Executive Director of Research and Development. "This inflammation goes on to induct airway constriction and reduce lung function. Our supplement mix may significantly reduce the inflammatory cascade started by PM2.5 and maintain better lung function in supplemented subjects vs. placebo."

The state-of-the-art USTAR BioInnovations Center located on the Utah State University Innovation Campus provides the research infrastructure for the clinical study.

"The partnership with Utah State University's Applied Nutrition Research team and USANA allows USU to capitalize on sophisticated research facilities constructed as part of the USTAR initiative," said Dr. Robert T. Behunin, vice president for Commercialization and Regional Development at USU.

"The partnership exemplifies the USTAR mission—to move university research out of the lab for economic impact within the state. We're particularly excited to see innovative research at USU supporting one of Utah's most significant economic engines, the dietary supplement industry," said Tamara Goetz, state science advisor, Governor's office of Economic Development.

Utah's supplement industry represents $6.1 billion in annual revenue, Goetz said.

According to Behunin, at Utah State University, every dollar spent on research generates an additional $.76 in economic value for the state. USANA is the first Utah company to partner with the Applied Nutrition Research USTAR team.

"This is a unique opportunity to work with top-notch scientists in a state-of-the-art research facility," says Dan Macuga, USANA vice president of marketing, public relations and social media. "USANA is a company that values research and innovation, so we are excited to be a part of a scientific study that may have far-reaching health implications."

The USTAR BioInnovations Center, a 110,000-square-foot research facility constructed as an investment by the Utah state legislature to build Utah's knowledge economy through the construction of high-tech research facilities, was dedicated in October 2010. Research space includes a laboratory, a commercial kitchen as well as a medical clinic used to assess health of participants.

"The USTAR BioInnovations Center at Utah State University is an incredible resource that allows us the ability to conduct the sophisticated research required for clinical trials, such as this one," said Lefevre.

Recruitment is now underway—Cache Valley residents in general good health between the ages of 55-80 who are interested in participating in this study may visit the web site (http://anr.usu.edu) for more information. Questions may be directed to 435-797-4226 or by emailing cvair@usu.edu.

USANA Awarded for Customer Satisfaction

Press Release | 2/9/2011

USANA Also Rated #1 Merchant in Direct Sales Based on Customer Satisfaction in ConsumerLab.com Survey Download image SALT LAKE CITY, Feb. 3, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- USANA Health Sciences, Inc. (NYSE: USNA), a nutritional supplement company, was recently named the #1 Rated Overall Merchant Based on Customer Satisfaction and the #1 Rated Direct Sales Merchant Based on Customer Satisfaction in the 2011 ConsumerLab.com Survey of Vitamin and Supplement Users. ConsumerLab.com, LLC. is a leading provider of independent test results and information.

"We work tirelessly to ensure our customers have the best possible experience with USANA," says Alan Bergstrom, USANA Vice President of Customer Service. "We are thrilled to receive this honor and recognition from a reputable third-party organization."

"In the past we've received top marks from ConsumerLab.com for the quality of our products," says Dan Macuga, USANA Vice President of Marketing and Public Relations. "These awards help to demonstrate our total commitment to customer satisfaction—in every area of our business."

Since 1999, CL has tested more than 2,900 products, 350 different brands and nearly every type of popular supplement in order to help consumers and healthcare professionals identify the best quality health and nutrition products. ConsumerLab.com is also the only third-party verification group that freely publishes its testing methods and quality criteria/standards.

In recent years, ConsumerLab.com has tested and approved USANA's Chelated Mineral, Mega Antioxidant, Coquinone® 30, and Visionex® supplements, verifying that each product contains the specific amounts of compounds stated on its label. These results support USANA's claims of following FDA Good Manufacturing Practices while using the highest-quality products possible.

For more information about USANA Health Sciences, visit www.usana.com.

For more information about ConsumerLab.com, please visit www.consumerlab.com.

About USANA: USANA Health Sciences develops and manufactures high-quality nutritionals, personal care, energy and weight management products that are sold directly to Preferred Customers and Associates throughout the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, Japan, Taiwan, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, the Philippines, Mexico, the Netherlands and the United Kingdom. Learn more at our website (www.usana.com), read our blog (www.whatsupusana.com), like us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/usanahealthsciences), or follow us on Twitter (@usanainc)

USANA to Present at City Small Mid Cap Conference

Press Release | 11/9/2010

Those interested in listening to the webcast may access it through USANA's Web site at http://www.usanahealthsciences.com. An archived replay of the presentation will also be available approximately one hour following the live presentation at the company's Web site.

About USANA

USANA develops and manufactures high quality nutritional and personal care products that are sold directly to Associates and Preferred Customers throughout the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, Japan, Taiwan, South Korea, Singapore, Mexico, Malaysia, the Netherlands, the Philippines, and the United Kingdom. Additionally, USANA’s wholly owned subsidiary, BabyCare, Ltd., operates a direct selling business in China. More information on USANA can be found at http://www.usanahealthsciences.com.

USANA to Present at Healthy Living Conference

Business Wire | 10/7/2010

USANA Health Sciences, Inc. (NASDAQ: USNA) announced today that it will present at the Canaccord Genuity Healthy Living Conference in Boston. Jeffrey Yates, Chief Financial Officer, is scheduled to present to leading institutional investment representatives on Wednesday, October 13, 2010, at 8:55 a.m. ET. Those interested in listening to the webcast may access it through USANA's Web site at http://www.usanahealthsciences.com. An archived replay of the presentation will also be available approximately one hour following the live presentation at the company's Web site.

About USANA

USANA develops and manufactures high quality nutritional and personal care products that are sold directly to Associates and Preferred Customers throughout the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, Japan, Taiwan, South Korea, Singapore, Mexico, Malaysia, the Netherlands, the Philippines, and the United Kingdom. Additionally, USANA’s wholly-owned subsidiary, BabyCare, Ltd., operates a direct selling business in China. More information on USANA can be found at http://www.usanahealthsciences.com

USANA acquires BabyCare Ltd

Npros.com | 8/27/2010

Recent reports have indicated that BabyCare's products have been sold through a consistently increasing sales force that utilizes the standard MLM commission-based compensation plan; which operates within the legal confines according to the laws of The Municipality of Beijing. The company has been working to obtain similar licenses in the surrounding provinces as well. These direct selling licenses allow the company to engage non-employee distributors aside from the company's traditional service centers.

USANA's short term objective within this acquisition to gain experience in the Chinese direct selling market. This means that BabyCare will continue to function on its own over the next 18 to 24 months as a standalone business in China. USANA believes that it can assist BabyCare in generating growth by increasing the number of distributors selling their products, with a long term objective of establishing the USANA brand throughout China. USANA is already working to license some of its products to BabyCare to enhance BabyCare's product line.

USANA Finalist for Customer Service Award

Npros.com | 2/16/2010

Over 500 entries from various organizations and industries were submitted for this year's competition, which includes 27 categories for customer service professionals, Contact Center of the Year, Customer Service innovation, as well as Customer Service Department of the Year. In addition, there are 41 categories ranging from Global Sales Leader of the Year, to Department of the Year.

"Each USANA service representative demonstrates first-class service through clear communication, one-call resolution and interactions that exceed customer expectations every time. We are extremely honored to receive finalist recognition by the Stevie Awards." said Alan Bergstrom, USANA Vice President of Customer Service.

USANA Becomes Official Provider to AFC Bournemouth

Npros.com | 1/20/2010

SALT LAKE CITY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--USANA Health Sciences, Inc. (NASDAQ:USNA) is proud to announce its partnership with AFC Bournemouth as the team’s official nutritional supplement provider.

“USANA is excited to add AFC Bournemouth to our growing list of world-class athletic partnerships” .“Thanks to USANA Health Sciences, we now have the best nutrition available to us,” said AFC Bournemouth Manager Eddie Howe. “The company’s safe, high-quality nutritional supplements will be a great asset to our athletes and their performance.”

USANA’s top-rated supplements provide the body with the nutrition it needs for good health, and its scientific staff includes experts on human nutrition, cellular biology, biochemistry, natural product chemistry and clinical research. USANA’s scientific partners, such as the Linus Pauling Institute, are also incorporated into product development and design.

“As a 37-year-old professional footballer, it is vital that I look after myself to the best of my ability,” said AFC Bournemouth Striker Steve Fletcher. “With USANA’s nutritional program, I have never felt better.”

USANA manufactures a wide variety of nutritional products that are trusted by some of the world’s best athletes, including U.S. Speedskating, Speed Skating Canada, Biathlon Canada, the elite athletes of the Sony Ericsson WTA Tour. Athletes know they can trust their health to USANA because the company voluntarily follows current Good Manufacturing Practices based on pharmaceutical models for its quality assurance program, meaning its nutritional supplements are treated with the same care that goes into manufacturing pharmaceutical products. USANA’s Salt Lake City, Utah, manufacturing facility was also recently certified to be in compliance with cGMP requirements set forth for dietary supplements by NSF International.

“USANA is excited to add AFC Bournemouth to our growing list of world-class athletic partnerships,” said Dan Macuga, USANA Vice President of Marketing and Public Relations. “USANA understands that athletes have to trust the products

USANA Announces Partnership with Kathy Kaehler

Business Wire | 1/11/2010

“Kathy will be a great asset to our world-class product offerings, and I think USANA customers and Associates will find great value in her expert health and fitness tips.” “I am delighted to announce my new partnership with USANA,” said Kaehler. “As a fitness professional for most of my life, I know how important it is to maintain your health. Exercise and proper nutrition is key, but that alone is not enough. USANA is the answer to making sure your body is getting exactly what it needs every day. USANA’s extraordinary standards take nutritional supplements to another level, not to be compared.”

Kathy Kaehler, author and celebrity fitness trainer, has devoted her life to helping people live happy and healthy lives. For 13 years, Kaehler appeared on the Today show as the fitness correspondent while training such celebrities as Julia Roberts, Michelle Pfeiffer, Cindy Crawford, Jennifer Aniston and many more. Kaehler will share her top-notch fitness solutions and star-shaping secrets along with healthy diet tips and recipes that feature USANA nutritional food products and supplements.

USANA Releases DHA Super Boost Formula

India Business Blog | 11/30/2009

Plainview, NY November 27, 2009 — Purity Products, a leading direct-to-consumer provider of premium dietary supplements, announces the release of their new DHA Super Boost Formula.

DHA Super Boost Formula contains an exceptionally high concentration of purified, mercury-free DHA (900 mg) in combination with Vitamin D3 and a special carotenoid-blend that includes lutein, lycopene, and astaxantin. DHA, the active ingredient in DHA Super Boost, is an essential constituent of the central nervous system. DHA has been widely studied and celebrated for its role in powerfully supporting cognition, brain development, normal brain aging, mental clarity, focus and memory.

USANA Welcomes Analyst Upgrade

Learning Markets | 10/17/2009

Analyst recommendations are averaged and scored using the following rating scale:

- 1.0 = Strong Buy - 2.0 = Buy - 3.0 = Hold - 4.0 = Sell - 5.0 = Strong Sell

Why are Upgrades and Initiations Good and Downgrades Bad?

One event that is almost certain to get a reaction from Wall Street is an analyst upgrade or downgrade. Everyone is looking for an edge in the stock market, and quite often, traders turn to stock analysts to get that edge.

USANA Stock Referenced in Money Times

The Money Times | 10/5/2009

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With a third of those original companies departed or disappeared, let's take a second look at some of the stocks we diagnosed with terminal ills:

USANA Cyclist Wins XTERRA Championship

Business Wire | 9/30/2009

“Winning the 2009 XTERRA Cup Triathlon Series and the XTERRA USA Championship in Utah this year was all about consistency,” Melanie said. “I needed to be consistent in terms of my overall ability and with my health over a really long season. I am thankful that I have support from USANA, and I am confident USANA nutritional support was a secret weapon in coming to races ready to win.”

This victory marks McQuaid’s sixth XTERRA triathlon win this year and her third XTERRA USA Championship title.

USANA to Present at Conference

Reuters | 9/23/2009

Those interested in listening to the webcast may access it through USANA's Web site at http://www.usanahealthsciences.com. An archived replay of the presentation will also be available approximately one hour following the live presentation at the company's Web site.

USANA Announces Challenge Winner

Reuters | 9/13/2009

The 2009 Rev3 Geocaching Challenge, which started in May, featured a series of 60 individualized Travel Bugs, trackable tags that were discovered by geocaching enthusiasts and moved to new caches across the United States. Participants in the Rev3 Geocaching Challenge received free Rev3 Energy drinks and t-shirts and were entered to win the $3,000 grand prize.

USANA Bring in Larry King to Answer Questions

Salt Lake Tribune | 8/30/2009

King's appearance was a surprise for the 8,000 Usana sales associates who filled most of EnergySolutions Arena's lower bowl for the final day of the nutritional supplement company's annual international convention. He walked on stage to rousing applause, as the morning session emcees put on a skit in which one pretended to be the CNN talk show host.

After cracking a joke about his Utah connections -- "I married a Mormon girl and have paid for it ever since" -- King did what he does best: Asks questions.

USANA Wins Three Utah Best of State Awards

Npros.com | 5/13/2009

This is the sixth year USANA has won a Best of State award for its science-based nutritional products and the third consecutive year it has won for its Sense(TM) skin-care line. USANA's revolutionary skin-care line is recognized for its nourishing ingredients and exclusive technologies, including patented self-preserving formulas. USANA will receive its first award in the health and nutrition beverage category for its newest product, Rev3 Energy(TM). Rev3 provides consumers with a healthy alternative to typical energy drinks and contains no artificial flavors, sweeteners, preservatives or colors. Finally, USANA's MyHealthPak, the first fully customizable packaging system for its nutritional supplements, will be recognized in the health and nutrition products category.

"It is an honor be recognized once again with such prestigious awards among such an elite group of Utah businesses," said USANA CEO Dave Wentz. "We are committed to providing our customers with the highest quality nutritional and skin-care products on the market. These awards are a testament to the hard work and dedication of our corporate staff and independent distributors."

USANA named in Outside Magazines Best Places to Work

Npros.com | 4/24/2009

Usana, a direct marketer of health supplements, was ranked 17th out of 30 companies that made the list.

The full list is set for publication in the May issue of Outside , available on newsstands April 28.

Usana employs about 600 employees in Utah. The company said its benefits include free onsite workout facilities and two personal fitness trainers, a profit-sharing program, regular health fairs and voluntary fitness contests.

The company also has implemented a workplace environmental initiative led by employee volunteers.

USANA named in Pyramid Lawsuit

Npros.com | 4/24/2009

Joseph Chirco, in his lawsuit filed last week in Clark County District Court, seeks to have the suit certified as a class-action representing all Nevada Usana distributors. His Las Vegas attorney is John Nowakowski.

Chirco claims to have lost money by purchasing a Usana distributorship.

He alleges violations of Nevada's deceptive trade practices act and accuses Usana of consumer fraud, of failing to disclose all required facts about its marketing program, of unjustly enriching itself at the expense of distributors and of civil conspiracy.

In its annual report filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, the company said it's careful to comply with marketing laws.

"Associates are encouraged to build and manage their own business group by recruiting, managing, and training others to sell our products. Associates are compensated on sales generated by their business group, and they can also receive compensation by purchasing products at wholesale prices and selling them at retail prices," Usana said.

USANA Sponsors Childrens Hunger Fund Banquet

Npros.com | 4/17/2009

The banquet's theme, "Resonate", promises to ring on in the minds of CHF's guests throughout the night. A set of giant hanging chimes will illustrate to supporters what their donations can do for children in need. "We want our guests to understand their true impact," said Dave Phillips, CHF President. "We want them to see how their support, no matter how big or how small, will cause a reverberation that can impact more children with food, care and the love of God."

USANA Health Sciences, a sustaining supporter of CHF, is the lead sponsor of the banquet. Regency Lighting also provided significant funding. Other sponsors include McCormick Consulting Group, P.A.C. Properties, Anita G. Inc., Shepherd of the Hills Church, Central Parking System, and California National Bank.

Ticket and sponsorship information is available at www.ChildrensHungerFund.org

USANA Signs Agreement to Supply GB Short Track

press release | 3/11/2009

USANA manufactures a range of nutritional products and voluntarily follows current Good Manufacturing Practices based on pharmaceutical models for its quality assurance programme.

USANA Profits Fall After Arbitration Award

Salt Lake Tribune | 2/26/2009

Usana shares dropped 7.7 percent to finish at $20.08 after it projected an increase of earnings per share of about 4 percent for 2009 and said its net would be "dramatically reduced" by currency changes.

The direct marketer of nutritional supplements and beauty products reported net earnings in 2008 of about $30 million, compared with $45 million in 2007. For the fourth quarter, net earnings were $4.4 million, compared with $10.9 million in 2007.

USANA Schedules Fourth Quarter 2008 Earnings Report

Ad-Hoc-News | 2/14/2009

The call will be broadcast over the Internet and can be accessed at http://www.usanahealthsciences.com.

The webcast is also being distributed over Thomson/CCBN?s Investor Distribution Network to both institutional and individual investors. Individual investors can listen to the call through Thomson/CCBN?s individual investor center at www.fulldisclosure.com or by visiting any of the investor sites in Thomson/CCBN?s Individual Investor Network. Institutional investors can access the call via Thomson/CCBN?s password-protected event management site, StreetEvents (www.streetevents.com).

UTAH AG Under Fire For USANA Address

KUTV | 11/28/2008

USANAs Earnings Below Target

TradingMarkets.com | 10/20/2008

USANA Unveils Million Dollar Club Walk of Fame

Business Wire | 9/16/2008

USANA’s Million Dollar Club is made up of independent distributors who have earned at least $1 million in commissions through their USANA business. USANA Founder Dr. Myron Wentz and USANA CEO Dave Wentz addressed nearly 100 of the company’s Million Dollar Club members and presented each of them with an engraved granite star.

“Our Million Dollar Club members are truly the stars of USANA, so we wanted to give them the star treatment,” USANA CEO Dave Wentz explained. “Through hard work, dedication, and entrepreneurial spirit, these Associates have shown that great things can be achieved through a USANA home-based business.”

Names will be added to the Walk of Fame as new USANA Million Dollar Club members are inducted.

Usana to Enter Philippine Personal Care Market

Philippine Daily Inquirer | 9/16/2008

The Utah-based firm develops and manufactures nutritional, personal care, and weight management products that are sold directly to its agents and identified customers.

“Entering the Philippines broadens Usana’s international reach and we are excited to offer many of our associate leaders an opportunity to expand their organizations into a market where they already have strong ties,” chief executive Dave Wentz said in a statement.

USANA to Market Energy Drinks

Deseret News | 8/29/2008

After all, the Salt Lake-based company has put a lot of trouble in its rear-view mirror. With at least 8,000 conventioneers converging on EnergySolutions Arena on Thursday, the officials knew they no longer had to worry about now-settled litigation against a bitter Internet critic of the company, a now-over wave of short-selling of the company's stock and uneasiness in the first two quarters of the year as the recession took hold.

USANA to Hold 16th Annual Convention in SLC

Business Wire | 8/21/2008

USANA's convention will include the unveiling of a new product, along with business and health seminars for the company's independent Associates. The convention will also include presentations by Robert Kiyosaki, author of "Rich Dad, Poor Dad;" Paul Zane Pilzer, author of eight best-selling books including "The New Wellness Revolution: How to Make a Fortune in the Next Trillion Dollar Industry;" Tim Sales, an expert in network marketing; and Dr. Denis Waitley, author of 16 books including his new release, "The Dragon and the Eagle," about Chinese-American relations.

"Each year, USANA's international convention attracts more people from all over the world," USANA CEO Dave Wentz said. "I'm confident this convention will be the best one yet, with the launch of additional high-quality products and remarkable presentations by some of the world's most successful entrepreneurs."

USANA Honored with Best of State Awards

PR-Inside.com | 6/5/2008

The 2008 Best of State Awards marks the fifth year that USANA has won a Best of State medal for its science-based nutritional products and the second year it has won for its Sense(TM) skin-care line. USANA was one of only 10 organizations or individuals to receive a Best of State statue. It was selected from the largest category, which included medal winners for everything from health products to home decor.

USANA Regional Event to Feature MLM Training

PR Web | 6/2/2008

"Tim Sales has had a huge impact on my USANA business and helped me recently advance to Diamond Director," said Brian Chan, a USANA distributor. "Ever since we started using Tim Sales' Inviting Formula and his tools in 2005, my business took off. I highly recommend his tools and especially to check out Tim Sales speak live at an USANA event. Nothing beats seeing him speak live in person. He is always my team's favorite speaker at every USANA event. I would not miss it!"

USANA board forms panel to evaluate buyout offer

CNNMoney.com | 5/27/2008

Last Tuesday, investment firm Gull Holdings Ltd., which is controlled by Usana CEO Myron Wentz, offered to take the company private for $26 per share.

The committee has retained Morrison & Foerster LLP as a legal adviser and is also in the process of hiring a financial adviser.

USANA Teams up with Pachuca Soccer Club

Earthtimes | 5/27/2008

Pachuca’s players will join a growing number of premier athletes from a wide range of sports who have turned to USANA’s high-quality nutritional products to help them maintain their health.

“We have had the chance to give USANA products to our first team players, and we have found them to show very pleasant results,” said Andres Fassi, Club Pachuca Sports Director. “We are very happy to be able to establish this sponsorship agreement with USANA, a leading nutritional supplement company not only in Mexico, but also worldwide.”

USANA ordered to pay for SLAPP violation

LocalNews8.com | 5/13/2008

Federal Magistrate Samuel Alba decided Wednesday that USANA owes $142,510 in attorney fees to a San Diego investigator, Barry Minkow, and his Fraud Discovery Institute.

Alba's order came after U.S. District Judge Tena Campbell ruled on March 3 that USANA violated California's anti-SLAPP (Strategic Lawsuit Against Public Participation) law for suing Minkow for fair criticism.

USANA Becomes Official Supplier of US Bobsled Team

Business Wire | 4/29/2008

“I’ve done a lot of research on a variety of supplements and found the absorption rate of USANA’s products into the system is unmatched,” said Ivan Radcliff, 34, a World Cup silver medalist and a member of five world championship teams. “That’s what helped me earn a fourth-place finish at the final race of the season in Lake Placid, N.Y.”

USANA in the Salt Lake Tribune

Salt Lake Tribune | 4/29/2008

Usana, a direct sales or multilevel marketing company, said it saw a decrease of the number of people selling its products in North America along with a net sales decrease of 3.5 percent to $62.3 million. In its Asia/Pacific region, however, net sales increased by 8.8 percent to $39.3 million, due primarily to big jumps in Hong Kong and Malaysia.

USANA Shares Plunge on Guidance Cut

Forbes | 4/1/2008

The stock fell to $18.25 early in the trading session, its lowest point in nearly five years. Shares fell 20.8 percent, or $5.60, to close at $21.34.

Late Thursday, the company said its initial first-quarter and full-year profit expectations would fall short because of lower sales in North America. It expects profit between 44 cents and 46 cents per share on revenue of about $100 million. In February, the company said it expected profit between 63 cents and 66 cents per share on revenue between $105 million and $109 million.

USANA Receives Certification

Business Wire | 4/1/2008

USANA’s Essentials™ (Mega Antioxidant and Chelated Mineral), Proflavonal® 90, Procosa® II, Active Calcium™ and Body Rox™ supplements are now approved to carry NSF’s trusted Certified for Sport mark. USANA also received Good Manufacturing Practices registration and dietary supplement certification in 2007 through NSF. These are just some of the third-party findings that help consumers and athletes know USANA products are Nutritionals You Can Trust.

USANA Shares Plunge on Guidance Cut

Forbes | 3/29/2008

The stock fell to $18.25 early in the trading session, its lowest point in nearly five years. Shares fell 20.8 percent, or $5.60, to close at $21.34.

Late Thursday, the company said its initial first-quarter and full-year profit expectations would fall short because of lower sales in North America. It expects profit between 44 cents and 46 cents per share on revenue of about $100 million. In February, the company said it expected profit between 63 cents and 66 cents per share on revenue between $105 million and $109 million.

USANA Demonstrates Metabolic Syndrome Improvement

Centre Daily Times | 3/12/2008

The results of this study verified those from an earlier study conducted by USANA in 2005. Both clinical trials employed a lifestyle program that included exercise, USANA's nutritional supplements, and a low-glycemic diet including USANA's nutritional shakes and bars. Metabolic syndrome is a pre-diabetic state that involves multiple symptoms including central obesity, insulin resistance, elevated blood lipids, elevated blood glucose, and high blood pressure. Dr. Ray Strand, a family-practice physician, member of USANA's Scientific Advisory Council and distributor, developed the Internet-based lifestyle program.

USANA Wins Distributor Choice Award

Earthtimes | 3/9/2008

Each year, thousands of distributors make their pick for the best company in network marketing on the MLM Insider Website. USANA’s continued place at the top of this noteworthy list demonstrates the loyalty and enthusiasm of its Associates and customers.

“USANA is honored to receive this recognition for the 10th straight year,” said USANA Executive Vice President of Customer Relations Mark Wilson. “We are proud of our Associates and all they do, and we are grateful for their continued commitment to our company.”

USANA Exec Sells Shares

Houston Chronicle | 3/6/2008

In a Form 4 filed with the SEC, Fred W. Cooper reported selling the shares on Monday for $32.10 to $32.73 apiece. Cooper also reported gifting 5,000 shares on Feb. 4.

Insiders file Form 4s with the SEC to report transactions in their companies' shares. Open market purchases and sales must be reported within two business days of the transaction.

USANA Health Sciences is based in Salt Lake City.

USANA Meal Replacement Receives Approval

Ad-Hoc-News | 2/26/2008

A 2005 consumer study conducted by A C Nielsen revealed that 86 percent of the Australian public is aware of the important role of the GI in proper nutrition and weight management and 57 percent of shoppers there use the GI Symbol as an incentive to switch brands. USANA is pleased to provide many products that live up to some of the highest standards in the world. Nutrimeal is just one of these products. It is an ideal, balanced nutritional drink mix that is a quality source of protein, low-glycemic carbohydrates, dietary fiber and many micronutrients. As a product approved to carry the GI Symbol, USANA's Nutrimeal met specific nutritional criteria and had its GI measured using the program's approved method.

Usana Posts Hefty Sales

Trading Markets | 2/25/2008

The company said that during the fourth quarter in North America it experienced softer-than-expected sales and associate numbers.

"We attribute this decline primarily to the toll that various false allegations have taken on our associates during 2007," said Dave Wentz, the company's president. "We believe that these challenges are now largely behind us."

USANA Says SEC Rules out Enforcement Action

Salt Lake Tribune | 1/21/2008

The SEC probe, begun in March, was sparked by comments made by trader Barry Minkow in the Wall Street Journal's "Heard on the Street" column. The newspaper cited Minkow, who served several years in prison for stock fraud in the 1990s, as saying the company's sales model required the constant recruitment of new distributors and that the pool would eventually dry up.

USANA Health Sciences Receives Recognition

Business Wire | 1/21/2008

A forerunner in the health and wellness industry, USANA has demonstrated environmental stewardship on several fronts by voluntarily committing to measure, independently verify and publicly report their GHG emissions on an annual basis. USANA has also committed to implement an Environmental Management System (EMS) that is a model for the industry. They promote energy efficiency in the design and operation of their facilities, manufacturing systems, and shipping operations. The corporate headquarters is xeriscaped and there have been and they are continuing to add many environmentally friendly updates to their buildings including solar panels.

USANA Shares Jump on SEC Inquiry Closure

chron | 1/12/2008

Shares jumped $13.91, or 39.1 percent, to $49.48 Friday.

In addition to closing its inquiry, Usana said the SEC didn't take any action against the company. The investigation began after a San Diego-based investigator, Barry Minkow, accused Usana of fraud and said its direct-marketing business model was a pyramid scheme.

Goldman Sachs analyst Simeon Gutman said the closure of the SEC inquiry "should further put to rest any remaining concerns about the integrity of Usana's business model."

Usana sells its products to a network of at-home distributors who recruit new employees into the network and then receive commissions on the recruits' purchases.

Usana Health Sciences Lawsuit Dismissed

CNNMoney | 1/12/2008

Usana Health Sciences Inc., which makes nutritional, personal care and weight management products, said Thursday a Utah state court dismissed a shareholder lawsuit related to claims the company was operating a pyramid scheme.

The lawsuit was filed against Usana and some of its directors and executives in September.

The company said it filed a motion to dismiss the case, which the plaintiff agreed to do with prejudice, meaning the complaint can't be refiled.

Usana has been criticized by San Diego investigator Barry Minkow for its network marketing business model _ which some have lableled a pyramid scheme _ and declining stock price.

The company was embroiled in controversy for most of 2007, with several lawsuits filed against the business. A lawsuit filed by independent distributors in June claimed distributors lost thousands of dollars after buying business kits and products they said could not be sold at elevated prices. Some distributors were recruited by Dr. Ladd R. McNamara, who left the Usana's medical advisory board amid a report his license was suspended in Ohio and Georgia.

Shareholder Lawsuit Dropped Against USANA

Business Wire | 1/12/2008

The Plaintiff agreed to dismiss the case with prejudice after USANA and the other defendants filed a motion to dismiss.

USANA Beats Q3 Estimates

StreetInsider.com | 10/23/2007

USANA Health Sciences, Inc. (USANA) develops and manufactures science-based nutritional and personal care products.

USANA Health Sciences Regains Compliance with NASDAQ Listing

Trading Markets | 10/20/2007

USANA filed its amended Form 10-Q on October 10, 2007, which included financial statements as of June 30, 2007 in compliance with SEC regulations related to interim financial statements, and certifications by the Company's Chief Executive and Chief Financial Officers, which were omitted from the original filing.

USANA Profiled in Trading Markets

Trading Markets | 10/8/2007

The report will feature detailed information regarding Planet Nutrition Holdings (Pink Sheets:PNHD) and address information important to this industry and investors of related companies including Schiff Nutrition International, Inc. (NYSE:WNI), USANA Health Sciences, Inc. (Nasdaq:USNA), and Salix Pharmaceuticals, Ltd. (Nasdaq:SLXP).

USANA President Elected Vice Chair of DSA

Business Wire | 10/8/2007

As a board officer, Wentz will help direct the DSA, a national trade association of leading companies that manufacture and distribute goods and services sold directly to consumers. USANA is one of more than 200 companies that are DSA members.

“I am proud to work for an organization that plays such an important role in serving and promoting our valuable industry,” Wentz said. “The DSA provides an important service to its members and the public through its commitment to ethical business practices and consumer advocacy.”

Through more than four years on the DSA board, Wentz has served a variety of roles, including chairman of the Direct Selling Education Foundation and DSA vice chairman for 2006/2007. Wentz also is on the CEO Council of the World Federation of Direct Selling Associations, an affiliate of the DSA that works to support direct selling ethics around the world.

USANA Appoints PricewaterhouseCoopers

RTT News | 9/11/2007

Additionally, Usana said it expects to file an amended Form 10-Q with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The company would also file a Form 8-K containing additional information on the engagement of PwC.

USANA Announces Board Appointment

Business Wire | 9/5/2007

“We are pleased to engage PwC, a global leader in the accounting profession, as our independent auditors,” said Ronald S. Poelman, chairperson of the USANA audit committee. “The audit committee had the opportunity to review proposals from several top accounting firms, and we greatly appreciate the efforts of those firms. Ultimately, we chose to engage with PwC both because of their expertise and their global resources. PwC is an ideal match for USANA, given the Company’s sustained record of growth in 13 international markets.”

”PwC has a history of bringing top-notch talent and professionalism to each of its assignments, and we look forward to working with their team,” said Gilbert A. Fuller, USANA’s executive vice president and chief financial officer. “We are pleased to be in a position to appoint an independent auditor befitting our status as a global leader in the manufacturing and marketing of high-quality nutritional supplements.”

USANA Defends Business Practices

National Business Review | 8/5/2007

Unfortunately, this article contained several misrepresentations of the facts and outright false statements that deserve to be addressed. It is important for you to know that our company’s management team is fully committed to assisting the National Business Review in getting the full and accurate story regarding USANA. Our company has recently been subjected to a number of baseless attacks from a convicted stock fraud felon who has admitted to having a financial interest in a decrease in our stock price. We are hopeful that you will take action to correct the record.

USANA Health Sciences Rises on Forecast

Houston Chronicle | 7/23/2007

USANA said Wednesday that second-quarter earnings were fueled by higher sales in nearly every geographic region. The strong performance lead to a forecast for third-quarter profit above Wall Street expectations.

The stock rose $5.53, or 13.4 percent, to $46.91 on Wednesday, reversing Tuesday's decline related to news that the company's independent accountant, Grant Thornton LLP, resigned as auditor.

Auditor for Vitamin Maker USANA Quits

Houston Chronicle | 7/23/2007

That would be unusual, corporate watchdogs say. A Securities and Exchange Commission filing hints at a dustup over publicized findings by an independent fraud investigator, but USANA maintains it patched that up with accountants Grant Thornton LLP before the firm's departure.

USANA disclosed late Monday that Grant Thornton had resigned July 10 _ then followed up two minutes later with an unexpected early announcement of record quarterly sales.

USANA said it expects to post a second-quarter profit of 66 cents a share on $109.4 million in revenue, beating analysts' expectations on both counts. Analysts polled by Thomson Financial expected a profit of 63 cents per share on $104.2 million in revenue.

USANA Shares Drop Following Resignation

Houston Chronicle | 7/23/2007

Shares fell $5.12, or 10.2 percent, to $44.98 in afternoon trading.

The announcement of the resignation of Grant Thornton LLP as the company's auditor came as Usana said it expects to post a higher-than expected profit and better-than-expected sales in its second quarter.

The company plans to release its full financial results for the quarter after the market closes Tuesday.

But for investors, the positive news appeared to be overshadowed by the resignation, which brought more focus to the company's legal troubles.

USANA Auditor Quits

Forbes | 7/18/2007

That would be unusual, corporate watchdogs say. A Securities and Exchange Commission filing hints at a dustup over publicized findings by an independent fraud investigator, but USANA maintains it patched that up with accountants Grant Thornton LLP before the firm's departure.

USANA disclosed late Monday that Grant Thornton had resigned July 10 - then followed up two minutes later with an unexpected early announcement of record quarterly sales.

USANA Q2 Profits Climb

Forbes | 7/18/2007

For the quarter ended June 30, net income rose to $11.3 million, or 66 cents per share, from $10.3 million, or 55 cents per share.

Analysts polled by Thomson Financial expected earnings of 63 cents per share.

Revenue rose 18 percent to $109.4 million from $92.5 million in the second quarter of 2006. Analysts expected revenue of $104.2 million.

USANA Founder Receives Albert Einstein Award

Business Wire | 7/6/2007

The Albert Einstein Award, given by Global Capital Associates, salutes leaders whose vision and commitment have contributed to the critical advancement of vital life-saving and life-enhancing technology to benefit mankind. Dr. Wentz received the award in recognition of his many scientific and charitable endeavors.

“I am honored and humbled to receive an award that bears the name of Albert Einstein,” Dr. Wentz said. “As both an extraordinary scientist and dedicated humanitarian, he serves as a great inspiration for my life’s work, helping people lead healthier lives through nutritional science.”

Prompted by FTC BurnLounge Changes Business Model

PC World | 7/6/2007

BurnLounge Inc. has eliminated the "network marketing" portion of its business that was targeted by the FTC, the company said.

The FTC's complaint accused BurnLounge of making deceptive earnings claims for members who paid between US$29.95 and $429.95 a year for one of the company's product packages. Members were supposed to be paid to sell digital music and movies to others, but the FTC alleged that BurnLounge's compensation program primarily provided payments for the recruiting of new participants, not on the retail sale of products.

USANA Probe Ends With Settlement

HULIQ | 6/30/2007

Gilbert A. Fuller, the company's chief financial officer, and Jerry G. McClain, the Usana board's "audit committee financial expert," had both been described as certified public accountants in several of the company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, the paper reported.

Both officials are former CPAs. Fuller's certification expired in 1986, and McClain's in 2004. A valid certification isn't required for their jobs, but holders of expired licenses may not describe themselves as CPAs under Utah law, the paper reported.

USANA to Sell Third Party Contract

StreetInsider.com | 6/10/2007

The Company will retain the assets associated with manufacturing and packaging its Sense skin and beauty care products and will continue to manufacture these products at its current facility in Draper, Utah.

USANA to Sell Draper Facility Assets

Salt Lake Tribune | 6/6/2007

USANA Donates to Childrens Hunger Fund

NPIcenter | 5/29/2007

As a result of USANA's donation, CHF estimates that it will be capable of distributing several million pounds of relief supplies each year, including nearly 2 million meals to needy children and families. USANA will also donate funds annually to offset the costs of operating the new truck, and the company will continue its existing sponsorship of a second truck in CHF's fleet.

USANA Wins Two Best of State Awards

NPI Center | 5/1/2007

SALT LAKE CITY, Apr 30, 2007 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- USANA Health Sciences, Inc. (USNA) will be recognized on May 19, 2007 with two Utah Best of State Awards. USANA will receive an award for the best dietary supplements in the state of Utah along with an award for best personal-care products.

Recognition for having the best dietary supplements in Utah is especially meaningful because of the numerous supplement manufacturers located in the state. According to the United Natural Products Alliance, Utah has more than 100 dietary supplement companies generating estimated revenues of $4.4 billion.

This is the fourth time USANA will accept a Best of State award for dietary supplements. The company also received Best of State awards for dietary supplement in 2003, 2004 and 2006. In addition, this year USANA will receive its first Best of State award for personal-care products. USANA's revolutionary Sense(TM) skin-care line is valued by customers for its nourishing ingredients and exclusive technologies including patent-pending self-preserving formulas.

"For 15 years now, we've been advancing the standards within our industry," said Dr. Tim Wood, USANA's executive vice president of research and development. "Our mission has always been to provide our customers the highest quality science-based nutritional and skin-care products possible, and it is gratifying to be independently recognized for excellence."

According to the Utah Best of State Awards Web site, the awards program was created to recognize outstanding individuals, organizations, and businesses in Utah. More information on the Utah Best of State awards can be found at http://www.bestofstate.org.

USANA Director Withdraws Nomination for Reelection

BUSINESS WIRE | 3/31/2007

“Dr. Denis Waitley has decided not to stand for reelection to the USANA board of directors. Dr. Waitley recently informed USANA that an error appeared in his biography listed in the Company’s proxy statement and that he did not in fact earn a masters degree in Organizational Development from the Naval Post Graduate School in Monterey, California. Dr. Waitley did confirm that he earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland, and a Ph.D. in Human Behavior from La Jolla University. Dr. Waitley’s board term will end on April 17, 2007, at which time he will retire as a director of the Company.

"The board of directors has regretfully acknowledged Denis Waitley’s decision to retire from the board and acknowledges his...

USANA Files Defamation Lawsuit Against FDI

TradingMarkets | 3/20/2007

Thursday, USANA Health Sciences Inc. said that it has filed a lawsuit against the Fraud Discovery Institute and Barry Minkow in U.S. District Court in Salt Lake City, Utah for defamation. The company said that it believes Minkow's statements are part of a coordinated public relations program financed by a paying client. According to a report in the March 15, 2007 edition of The Wall Street Journal, Minkow had bought 'put' options on USANA's shares in a bet the price will fall.

USANA said that this is a campaign to manipulate its stock price that is being orchestrated by an individual who served 7 years in prison for stock fraud and that Minkow's assertions about USANA's sales model are false and misleading. The company noted that it markets and sells premium nutritional supplements to thousands of customers, and its business model is regulated by the Federal Trade Commission.

Discovery Institute Reports on Usana Health Sciences

PRNewswire | 3/18/2007

The report also documents another secret of the Usana business -- specifically that only 3% of distributors receive 70% of company-paid commissions, which, in turn, skews the alleged "average income figure" for distributors posted on the company's web site.

Scheme report strikes USANA

Salt Lake Tribune | 3/16/2007

Heard on the Street knocks USANA

Blogging Stocks | 3/15/2007

USANA Furthers Focus on Global Customer

Roswell | 3/14/2007

With a focus on developing and providing the highest quality, science-based health solutions, USANA does business through its broad, global network of independent associates that distribute and sell its nutritional supplements, skin care and personal care products. To support its customers and distribution network, it operates several contact centers – including those in Salt Lake City and Tooele, Utah, where agents provide customer service in eight different languages.

USANA Improves Contact Center

TMCnet | 3/13/2007

In its initial use of Witness Systems’ software, USANA Health Sciences, Inc., a developer and distributor of health and nutritional products, has reported measurable results with far-reaching benefits. The company also recently upgraded to the Impact 360 Workforce Management solution. USANA focuses on developing and providing the highest quality, science-based health solutions and does business through its broad, global network of independent associates that distribute and sell its nutritional supplements, skin care and personal care products. To support its customers and distribution network, USANA operates several contact centers, including those in Salt Lake City and Tooele, Utah, where agents provide customer service in eight different languages. Witness Systems’ workforce management software was originally implemented by USANA to automate, streamline and better manage the process of building staff schedules to meet customer and distributor demands. The company has a large percentage of students from local colleges and universities as agents and as a result, creates work schedules to take its agents’ class schedules into account.

USANA Furthers Global Focus

CRM Today | 3/13/2007

Immediate results revealed the ability to forecast accurately based on trends and improve morale and retention among the company's workforce with more equitable schedules, including time off. By reducing the amount of time spent on scheduling, USANA reports that Impact 360 has introduced a cultural change in its operations. The solution also has yielded new-found efficiencies for supervisors in the areas of monitoring adherence and handle times, as well as such high value activities as coaching staff.

USANA Surges on Revenue Growth

Trading Markets | 2/10/2007

...Tuesday, USANA Health Sciences Inc. reported fourth quarter EPS of 0.61, compared to $0.54 per share last year. Analysts expected earnings of $0.59 per share.

Revenues for the quarter increased to $99.8 million from $85.6 million in the year ago quarter. Analysts expected revenues of $100.14 million...

USANA Target Stock Price Raised

NewRatings | 2/8/2007

NEW YORK, February 7 (newratings.com) - Analyst Timothy S Ramey of DA Davidson maintains his "neutral" rating on USANA Health Sciences Inc (USNA.NAS), while raising his estimates for the company. The target price has been raised from $54 to $56.

In a research note published this morning, the analyst mentions that the company has reported its 4Q EPS ahead of the estimates and the consensus due to gains from favourable foreign exchange valuation. USANA Health Sciences’ sales for the quarter were boosted by robust sales growth in the US, Mexico and the Asia Pacific region, the analyst says. The company has raised its EPS guidance for FY07. The EPS estimate for 2007 has been raised from $2.55 to $2.57.

USANA initiated with outperform rating

newratings | 9/27/2006

NEW YORK, September 25 (newratings.com) - Analyst Mark Rupe of Ryan Beck & Co initiates coverage of USANA Health Sciences (USNA.NAS) with an "outperform" rating. The target price is set to $52.

In a research note published this morning, the analyst mentions that the company has posted robust 2Q sales. USANA Health Sciences has the potential to post revenues and EPS growth of 15% and 15-20% annually in the forthcoming several years, the analyst adds. The company has issued robust sales and EPS growth guidance for 2006 of 15%-17% and 17%-20%, respectively.

USANA Featured in Success from Home

Press Release | 9/14/2006

SALT LAKE CITY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 14, 2006--USANA Health Sciences Inc. (NASDAQ: USNA) announced today that Success from Home magazine is featuring USANA in its November 2006 issue. This national magazine, which focuses on the multibillion-dollar direct sales industry, dedicated the entire issue to USANA.

The magazine includes profiles of some of USANA's top independent Associates, an in-depth look at USANA Founder Dr. Myron Wentz, articles about USANA's nutritional and skin-care products, and profiles of some of the many world-class athletes who trust their health to USANA. The issue also contains articles from well-known authors and business consultants Robert Kiyosaki, Stephen Covey, Denis Waitley, and Amanda Gore.

"USANA is excited to be featured in such a well-known industry publication," said USANA President Dave Wentz. "We believe Success from Home will be a powerful sales tool for our Associates when they present USANA's exceptional products and home-based business opportunity."

The Success from Home issue featuring USANA will be on sale in October in bookstores and newsstands nationwide, including Barnes & Noble, B. Dalton, and Borders.

USANA

London Free Press | 8/25/2006

WTA Tour players will be provided with free vitamins and health supplements by a company offering up to $1 million US to any player who fails an anti-doping test because of their products. Under the three-year deal announced yesterday, USANA Health Sciences is paying a six-figure sponsorship fee to become the women's tennis tour's official health supplement supplier, WTA spokesperson Andrew Walker said.

USANA makes renewable energy purchase

The Salt Lake Tribune | 8/23/2006

USANA and Herbalife-Stocks of Interest

Npros.com | 7/14/2006

The first has an international network in which it can forward new products. The second has a more limited network, but seems to count on a good science team specialized in food products development...

USANA in the News

Stuff.co.nz | 7/9/2006

Multi-level marketing (MLM) companies promote such dreams -take charge of your life, work the hours you choose and earn unlimited amounts. Products or services are sold direct to customers via a network of sales representatives, who may also be encouraged to recruit more people, who recruit more people and so on. With a solid team under you and group commissions passing through your "business centre", MLM companies promise a path to financial freedom.

While MLMs are legal in New Zealand, pyramid schemes are not. In a pyramid, earning money relies solely on recruiting new people into the scheme; those on higher levels earn more than those below, but ultimately it becomes impossible to recruit enough people for newcomers to make money. MLMs, on the other hand, offer a commercially viable product and the opportunity to earn a living through repeat sales.

Diet supplements company Usana uses the MLM model. Founded in 1992, it listed on the Nasdaq stock market in 1993. Reported net earnings for the first quarter of 2006 were $US9.6 million - a nice earner for majority shareholder and company founder Dr Myron Wentz.

USANA Founder Gives School A Boost

Bismarck Tribune | 5/17/2006

A native son of Napoleon, who has achieved worldwide success in health and nutrition, wants to give a boost to folks back at home.

Myron Wentz, a microbiologist and immunologist who founded USANA, a vitamin and nutrition supplement company based in Salt Lake City, and a whole body disease treatment center in Mexico, has pledged some serious money to a Napoleon school improvement project.

Wentz has offered to match $200,000 in donations to help pay for a new wooden gym floor, bleachers and locker, and weight and wrestling rooms.

Randy Schumacher, Napoleon School Board president, said the work will start this summer on the gym floor, bleacher and possibly locker room phases of the project.

USANA Profits Up

MSN Money | 4/20/2006

For the quarter ended April 1, the company, which sells its products mainly through independent distributors it calls associates, earned $9.6 million, or 50 cents per share, up from $8.9 million, or 45 cents per share, during the same period a year ago.