Top Product Q&A for VíaVienté

Answered by Dr. Mark Pedersen, PhD., ND

1. Can you describe VíaVienté in about 10 words?

A. An energizing whole fruit puree juice blend that is rich in antioxidants.

2. VíaVienté contains Phytonectars®. What does that mean?

A. Phytonectars® are the proprietary nectars, or liquids, from plants that are present in VíaVienté. In the case of VíaVienté, it is the purees from 10 fruits and 2 roots. Phytonectars® contain phytochemicals – the natural compounds found in plants. They contribute to the makeup of plants in many ways including color, taste, natural defenses, and other characteristics. In addition, many phytochemicals have been shown to have antioxidant properties. This is particularly true of certain phytochemical families, such as polyphenols. VíaVienté is rich in these complex phytochemicals.

3. I have heard about Oxidative stress. Can antioxidants help maintain general health and wellbeing?

A. Research strongly supports the belief that the consumption of high-antioxidant foods can support a wide range of normal health functions – from blood vessels and heart, to eyesight and joints.

4. Is VíaVienté a complete vitamin and mineral supplement?

A. VíaVienté contains all the vitamins and minerals required for metabolism. From this perspective, VíaVienté is a complete source of vitamins and minerals. However, VíaVienté is not a dietary supplement.  It is a nutritionally dense fruit puree that supplies extraordinary amounts of antioxidants and vitamins and minerals.  Therefore, those individuals who have specific health concerns about such things as bone health and hormone balance may desire to use specific dietary supplements in addition to enjoying the great taste and health benefits of VíaVienté.

5. What is the source of the minerals in VíaVienté?

A. The minerals in VíaVienté are naturally occurring high-performance mineral chelates, known as the Vilcabamba Mineral Essence®. They complement those that are derived from the Vilcabamba mineral water, as well as from the whole fruit purees that make up the product.

6. What is Vilcabamba Mineral Water?

A. The Vilcabamba mineral water is bottled from a naturally occurring spring in the Loja province of Ecuador. The spring is capped at its source and a food grade bottling facility bottles and ships the water directly to VíaVienté’s manufacturer.

7. How much of the Vilcabamba Minerals are in VíaVienté?

A. A 3 fl. oz. serving of VíaVienté contains the same quantity and ratio of minerals found in 3 liters of Vilcabamba mineral water. The minerals in VíaVienté come from three sources: (1) the Vilcabamba mineral water itself; (2) the 11 phytonectars in VíaVienté; (3) the Vilcabamba Mineral Essence®, which is an organic complex of minerals that exactly matches the ratio of minerals found at Vilcabamba.

8. Is it possible to consume too much VíaVienté??

A. VíaVienté is a blend of all natural fruit puree juices.  As such, an individual may drink as little or as much VíaVienté as he or she desires.  As with any food, there is no toxicity associated with consumption, but nausea, bowel intolerance, bloating, and other digestive discomforts may arise if a person takes too much at one time.

9. Can children drink VíaVienté?

A. Children of all ages may safely enjoy VíaVienté. VíaVienté has a natural concentration approximately twice that of other 100% fruit juices. So, you may want to mix 2 or 3 ounces of VíaVienté with water or fruit juice to see how your child responds. You may treat VíaVienté like other all-natural juices, purees, or juice concentrates.

10. Can pregnant or lactating women take this product?

A. VíaVienté is safe for pregnant and/or lactating women.

11. Does VíaVienté have phytoestrogen properties?

A. VíaVienté has some phytoestrogen properties that come from its botanical ingredients. It should be considered a natural food complement to any phytoestrogen therapy for menopausal symptoms. We advise consulting your health practitioner regarding the use of VíaVienté in relation to any specific health condition and/or medical therapy.

12. Are there side effects from taking VíaVienté.

A. VíaVienté is a food made from concentrated botanical purees. Side effects from taking VíaVienté are very rare and occur in less than 1 in 100,000 people. These can include rash, nausea, diarrhea, constipation, gastrointestinal upset, dizziness, allergy, and bloating. Those who take the product as suggested will not normally experience any side effects.

13. What methods are used to handle the fruits and botanicals in VíaVienté?

A. VíaVienté chooses only fruits and botanicals grown in fields that follow Good Agricultural Practices. Upon harvesting, care is taken to insure a microbiologically clean, safe product. They are carefully ground into PhytoNectars and blended into the finished product and bottled.

14. Is VíaVienté pasteurized or homogenized?

A. VíaVienté is not pasteurized or homogenized.  The product is cold processed to preserve the natural enzymes contained in its phytonectars. The botanicals and fruits in the product are not homogenized, but are specially ground to a fine paste to provide a smooth mouth feel to the product.

15. Does VíaVienté contain preservatives?

A. Because VíaVienté is cold processed it must contain preservatives to insure a clean, safe product as well as its freshness. The preservatives in VíaVienté are benzoates and sorbates, which are commonly found in thousands of trusted packaged food products.

16. Does VíaVienté interact with specific medications, chemotherapy or radiation?

A. There are no known drug interactions associated with VíaVienté.

17. How much Calcium is in VíaVienté?

A. A suggested serving of VíaVienté contains approximately 25% of the USRDA for Calcium. The calcium in VíaVienté is highly bioavailable and is sufficient to supply a person with the calcium needed for optimal metabolism, but those concerned about bone health should take an additional calcium source to ensure optimal bone health.

18. How much sugar and carbohydrates are in VíaVienté?

A. VíaVienté contains 7 grams of carbohydrates and 5 grams of sugars per fluid ounce, or 42 grams of carbohydrates and 30 grams of sugar in a 6 oz. daily consumption.

19. Is VíaVienté safe for Diabetics and Hypoglycemics?

A. VíaVienté’s naturally occurring antioxidants seem to moderate the effect of its carbohydrates on blood sugar levels. However, those with diabetes or hypoglycemic concerns should consult a dietician and/or health professional before taking VíaVienté.

20. Is VíaVienté an "all natural" product?

A. Not all of the PhytoNectars used in VíaVienté are available from a certified organic farm, therefore VíaVienté cannot be called certified organic. However, care is taken to insure that all the materials used in VíaVienté are harvested from farms that follow Good Agricultural Practices. Be assured that VíaVienté is working to obtain the designation “certified organic” and when available it will be the first product in its class to achieve such a designation.

21. Are there any GMO ingredients?

A. The product contains no genetically modified organisms.

22. What is “GMP” and does VíaVienté follow these guidelines in producing the product?

A. "GMP" is an acronym for Good Manufacturing Practices which refer to a set of standards used in the purchase of raw ingredients and the manufacture and testing of finished products. These ensure a consistent, high-quality yield for the VíaVienté product. We believe in strict compliance with all GMP practices.

23. What is “GAP” and do we follow these guidelines?

"GAP” is an acronym for Good Agricultural Practices and refers to a set of established standards for farms and orchards in the production of fruits, vegetables, and herbs. These practices ensure a safe and consistent harvest while respecting and conserving the land these plants are taken from. We do indeed follow GAP in the production of VíaVienté.

24.I understand that VíaVienté is manufactured in a lab that is “ISO 9001 Certified.” Why, when such high standards are not required for a food product like ours?

ISO 9001 Certification is not required for a food product like VíaVienté. However, it helps insure the is the highest quality of manufacturing standard possible. We do so, in particular, to minimize batch-to-batch differences that can occur with the natural botanicals (plants) used to make VíaVienté.

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