Reliv International News

Reliv Strengthens LunaRich Patent

Press Release | 8/20/2015

Lunasin is a naturally occurring peptide scientists have identified as the key to many of soy's documented health benefits. LunaRich optimizes bioactive lunasin more than any other source available today.

"Novel ingredients like LunaRich that boast a spectrum of nutritional technologies often require continual patent updates," said Dr. Carl W. Hastings, Reliv vice chairman and chief scientific officer. "Reliv is committed to securing the strongest patent portfolio possible for this remarkable nutritional ingredient."

Reliv also holds a composition of matter patent related to LunaRich's superior ability to deliver bioactive lunasin to the body. Nine Reliv products have also been issued patents, with three of those having since reached the 20-year limit and expired.

"Protecting an asset like LunaRich is a process," said Ryan Montgomery, Reliv president. "We expect to receive continued enhancements to current patents, and we have additional unique patents pending. LunaRich puts Reliv and our products on a higher level in the industry, and we want to guarantee that the only place consumers can purchase LunaRich is through independent Reliv distributors."

Reliv Unveils New LunaRich X Encapsulation Line

Press Release | 4/16/2015

LunaRich X is the most pure, concentrated form of bioactive lunasin ever produced. Since its launch in January 2013, LunaRich X was named Consumer Product of the Year by the American Business Awards, was shown to aid in promoting metabolic health in a University of Missouri study and has sold more than 12 million capsules worldwide.

"The new line will help meet increasing demand and further elevate Reliv's renowned quality control," said Brett Hastings, Reliv's chief operating officer. "We can now manufacture more than 48,000 capsules per hour to support the growing businesses of Reliv distributors around the world. The line will also keep costs low and pave the way for future encapsulated product offerings."

LunaRich X marks the culmination of an extensive research and development process that began with the discovery of the lunasin peptide by research scientist Dr. Alfredo Galvez at UC Berkley in 1996. Lunasin is a naturally occurring soy peptide and the first nutritional compound identified to work at the epigenetic level to promote optimal health. It is now one of the most heavily researched and scientifically supported nutritional compounds available today, with more than 80 published papers from more than 30 research institutions.

Reliv Honored with Two MarCom Awards

Press Release | 11/11/2014

"We have an outstanding team of professionals working in all aspects of our Marketing Department," said Steve Hastings, Executive Vice President of Sales & Marketing. "These awards validate what our Distributors have known for years: Reliv is committed to providing the tools they need to succeed. And from videos and online content to print pieces and presentation media, our tools have never been better."

The "How to Make Money with Reliv" video follows Reliv's animated "Blue Man" as he literally walks the viewer through Reliv's compensation plan. Real-life testimonials validate the earning potential of the Reliv business opportunity.

Reliv's 20-page product catalog is designed to make the science behind Reliv nutrition accessible and easy to understand. The new look utilizes big, bold photos that tell their own story, and the content helps Distributors walk people through the product line and the many health benefits of Reliv.

Reliv Marketing has earned multiple awards in recent years, including two previous MarCom Awards in 2012.

Reliv Takes Top Distributors to Quebec City

Press Release | 9/13/2014

CHESTERFIELD, MO , Sep 12, 2014 -- Reliv International, Inc., a maker of nutritional supplements that promote optimal health, today announced that it has sent 67 Reliv Distributors on a four-day incentive trip to Quebec City. The Distributors, who come from North America and Europe, earned the trip by achieving high-level rank advancements or meeting set sales goals.

"Rewarding Distributors for their hard work through luxury travel has always been a key part of the Reliv business," said Steve Hastings, executive vice president of sales & marketing. "We've taken hundreds of these trips over the years, and we make sure each one is special in its own way. Our trip to Quebec will be no different -- these leaders deserve it."

Reliv guests will stay at the luxurious Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac amidst breathtaking views of the St. Lawrence River and the European-inspired architecture of Old Quebec City. Scheduled highlights include a scavenger hunt throughout Old Quebec and a murder mystery dinner. Otherwise, Reliv travelers are free to explore and enjoy the winding cobblestoned streets and attractions of Quebec on their own.

"As you achieve success with Reliv, we reward you along the way," added Hastings. "You can earn dream trips to some of the world's most popular destinations and big cash bonuses -- with new incentives made available all the time. Plus, we like to celebrate your accomplishments along with you. Reliv isn't just a business opportunity, it's a lifestyle." Learn more about the Reliv opportunity.

Reliv's 2015 Leadership Celebration will take qualifying Distributors to the all-inclusive Paradisus Resort in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic.

Reliv Introduces New LunaRich Super Packs

Press Release | 4/2/2014

The LunaRich Super Pack delivers a four-month supply of Reliv's two top-selling products, Reliv Now® and LunaRich X™. Reliv Now combines LunaRich, the first epigenetic "superfood," with a balanced array of protein, vitamins, minerals, phytonutrients and antioxidants. LunaRich X is the world's most concentrated form of bioactive lunasin, a naturally occurring soy peptide and the key to LunaRich's effectiveness. In a University of Missouri study the combination of Reliv Now and LunaRich X showed the potential to support weight loss, heart health and metabolic wellness. View the study.

"Reliv's LunaRich product line offers a cutting-edge nutritional approach to optimal health," said Dr. Carl Hastings, Reliv vice chairman and chief scientific officer. "The lunasin in LunaRich works at the epigenetic level to turn good genes on and bad genes off. It also works synergistically to boost the benefits of other bioactive nutrients. That's what makes the combination of Reliv Now and LunaRich X so effective -- and so popular among Reliv consumers."

"The Super Pack fits perfectly into the Reliv business model," adds Ryan Montgomery, Reliv president. "Anyone purchasing a Super Pack can elect to sign up as a Reliv distributor and save an immediate 25%. When you order two Super Packs, it jumps to 30%. A special 10-pack for business builders offers even more savings -- and an inventory of product packaged to move."

Reliv has created a marketing campaign to drive Super Pack sales and anticipates that the Super Pack's simple entry points into the Reliv business opportunity will also increase new distributor sign-ups. "The Super Pack simplifies the decision of where to get started with Reliv," Montgomery said. "And in the direct sales industry simplicity is the key to duplication and multi-level growth."

Reliv Foundation Donates to Typhoon Relief

Press Release | 12/9/2013

“We have a special connection to the Philippines,” said Reliv Kalogris Foundation Chairman Scott Montgomery. “Not only is it one of Reliv’s 15 countries of operation, it is also home to 100+ Reliv Kalogris Foundation feeding programs that provide quality nutrition to thousands of needy children every day. Both the Foundation and our distributor field felt compelled to provide assistance any way we could in response to this tragedy.”

The RKF shipped 1,500 cases of Reliv Now® for Kids, Reliv’s daily nutritional supplement for optimal children’s health, to affected areas following the typhoon. Half of that nutritional aid has already been distributed.

Cash donations are being used to provide clean drinking water and reusable cups to prepare and distribute Reliv nutrition shakes at various evacuation centers. Resources are also being directed toward mosquito nets, building supplies and food packs to families in areas hardest hit. The RKF has once again partnered with international relief agencies, as it did following the 2010 Haiti earthquake, to facilitate distribution of support and reach a larger number of people.

“Many Reliv distributors have been directly affected by this tragedy, and we are reaching out to them as we support general relief efforts,” Montgomery said. “I am especially proud of our staff and distributor field in the Philippines who have stepped up in the face of serious challenges to aid in the recovery firsthand. Our thoughts and prayers remain with the people of the Philippines.”

Reliv International Turns 25

Press Release | 10/10/2013

“Today we look back on our many accomplishments over the past 25 years, but more importantly look forward to the limitless possibilities that lie ahead,” said Ryan Montgomery, Reliv president. “In the past year we’ve positioned ourselves as the industry leader in the emerging field of nutritional epigenetics, and I believe that makes Reliv the ideal entrepreneurial opportunity for potential distributors: an established company on the cutting edge of new technology.”

The Nutritional Epigenetics Company

In July 2013, Reliv entered into an exclusive license for the intellectual property of Soy Labs LLC related to the nutritional ingredient lunasin. Lunasin is a naturally occurring peptide research has identified as the key to many of soy’s documented health benefits, from cholesterol reduction to general cellular health. Learn more about the benefits of lunasin.

Lunasin is the first nutritional compound identified to promote optimal cellular health through an epigenetic mechanism of action. Epigenetics is the study of changes in gene expression in cells caused by mechanisms other than changes in DNA. Lunasin attaches itself to the epigenome in the cell to increase expression of important genes needed for normal cell functioning and protect the cells from environmental damage once it occurs. Learn more about lunasin and epigenetics.

LunaRich from Reliv

LunaRich® from Reliv optimizes bioactive lunasin like no other product available today. LunaRich is made from non-GMO soybean varieties with the highest concentration of lunasin and manufactured using proprietary technologies that maintain the lunasin’s bioactivity.

“LunaRich and the epigenetic science behind it offer a breakthrough new way for people to take control of their health,” said Montgomery. “Today’s health care crisis is creating an explosion in preventive approaches to wellness. So the idea that you can help direct your DNA naturally through nutrition holds the potential for mass appeal. No other products are poised to fill this market need like Reliv’s LunaRich line. As Reliv celebrates its 25th anniversary today, we’re confident that our products have never been more effective and our business opportunity never more limitless.”

Reliv Releases Results of Study on Lunasin

Press Release | 9/21/2013

Reliv Now is a daily nutritional supplement that delivers an array of protein, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants while optimizing bioactive lunasin content. LunaRich X is the most concentrated form of bioactive lunasin available today. Lunasin is a naturally occurring peptide researchers have identified as the key to soy’s documented health benefits, from cholesterol reduction to general cellular health. In July 2013 Reliv International acquired exclusive rights to the lunasin used in these products.

“While this was a small animal study and only a preliminary step in demonstrating the efficacy of this supplement regimen, the dramatic results are remarkable,” said Dr. Alfredo Galvez, lead scientific advisor of SL Technology Inc, a Reliv subsidiary. “Most exciting of all is that there currently exist no effective treatments for improving key biomarkers measured in the study, namely circulating free fatty acids and the hormones leptin and adiponectin.”

Reliv International Receives 9th US Patent

Press Release | 7/29/2013

“This patent validates the work our R&D team put into making 24K unlike any other energy product on the market,” Hastings said. “24K provides a healthy alternative to the high-caffeine, high-sugar energy shots that have become so prevalent in recent years. And with 24K, you not only get energy, but nutritional support for mental focus and stress relief as well.”

The patent for 24K comes two years after the product was first introduced and was named the People’s Choice for Favorite New Consumer Product by the American Business Awards.

Energy drinks have surged in popularity in recent years, and health advocates have expressed concern about the excessive amounts of caffeine found in most of these products. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration continues to investigate reports of illness, injury and even death of people who drank products marketed as “energy drinks” or “energy shots.” In June, the American Medical Association adopted a policy supporting a ban of the marketing of high stimulant/caffeine drinks to adolescents under the age of 18.

“Most popular energy products rely on caffeine and sugar to provide a quick jolt,” Hastings said. “But this can cause an unhealthy spike in heart rate and blood sugar, leading to an inevitable crash. Such stimulants only mask the symptoms of fatigue. 24K provides a healthy solution by addressing the underlying problem — the fatigue cycle.”

Physical fatigue and mental fog go hand-in-hand, and stress is a leading contributor to both. Together they make up the “fatigue cycle.” 24K delivers 24 active ingredients backed by clinical research to address all three factors. View healthy energy shot 24K’s ingredient list.

24K becomes the ninth Reliv nutritional formula to earn a US patent, joining Reliv Classic(R) for essential daily nutrition, Innergize!(R) for isotonic hydration, FibRestore(R) for digestive health, Cellebrate(R) for weight loss, Arthaffect(R) for joint health, ReversAge(R) for anti-aging, GlucAffect(R) for blood sugar management and ProVantage(R) for performance nutrition. Note: the patents for Reliv Classic and Innergize! have expired.

Reliv International Acquires Exclusive Rights to Lunasin

Press Release | 7/24/2013

CHESTERFIELD, Jul 24, 2013 --Reliv International, Inc., a maker of nutritional supplements that promote optimal health, today announced that it has entered into an exclusive license for the intellectual property of Soy Labs LLC related to the nutritional ingredient lunasin. Lunasin is a naturally occurring peptide research has identified as the key to many of soy's documented health benefits, from cholesterol reduction to general cellular health.

The license covers an issued patent and several patent applications related to lunasin and soy-related peptides, proprietary information and manufacturing processes of Soy Labs. Further, the arrangement allows certain Soy Labs employees to join the Reliv corporate staff.The License Agreement is for a term covering the entire period of the basic patent and then provides for a full assignment of all of the technology rights to Reliv. Reliv will make minimum payments of 1,150,000 initially and additional minimum payments over a five year period totaling 850,000. In addition, Reliv will pay a royalty at varying rates over the term of the agreement.

"This is a major step for Reliv and elevates our company to a unique status in the nutrition industry," said Ryan Montgomery, Reliv president. "For the first time we own an ingredient in its entirety, from the extraction process to the patented mechanisms of action within the body. And lunasin isn't just any ingredient; it's the world's first epigenetic superfood."

"We've always endeavored to remain on the cutting edge of nutrition science in formulating our products at Reliv. And with the acquisition of lunasin, we are now leading the industry in the budding field of nutritional epigenetics," said Dr. Carl W. Hastings, vice chairman and chief scientific officer.

"New research shows that through nutrition people can influence which genes are expressed," he added. "Reliv is committed to building on this emerging science and developing nutritional solutions that help people take control of their health."

Reliv's license of the intellectual property behind Soy Labs lunasin production and marketing stems from a joint research and development partnership formed in August 2011 among Reliv, Soy Labs and the Missouri Plant Science Center. That partnership resulted in the creation of LunaRich(R) soy powder and LunaRich X(TM), Reliv-exclusive products made from non-GMO soybean varieties with the highest concentration of bioactive lunasin and manufactured through a proprietary mechanical process (vs. chemical) that maintains the lunasin's bioactivity.

Reliv Conference to Include Special Science Segment

Press Release | 6/28/2013

Hastings will discuss the importance of the joint biotechnology and development partnership between Reliv and the MPSC, the achievements of this partnership to date and its potential for further innovations in nutrition science.

Galvez will present the latest lunasin research, describe the emergence of epigenetics as a new frontier in our understanding of human health and discuss the potential applications for nutritional epigenetics in the future of health care.

Lunasin and Epigenetics

Epigenetics is the study of changes in gene expression in cells caused by mechanisms other than changes in DNA. The epigenome, which literally means “beyond the genome,” is a higher level of complexity in the cell that determines which genes are used, when they are used and how much they are used. The epigenome is the reason why different types of cells — eye cells, skin cells, liver cells — can have the same DNA but perform vastly different functions.

Lunasin is the first nutritional compound identified to promote optimal cellular health through an epigenetic mechanism of action. Lunasin attaches itself to the epigenome in the cell to increase expression of important genes needed for normal cell functioning and protect the cells from environmental damage once it occurs. Learn more about lunasin and epigenetics.

LunaRich from Reliv

LunaRich® is a nutritional ingredient available in Reliv products that optimizes bioactive lunasin. LunaRich is made from non-GMO soybean varieties with the highest concentration of lunasin and manufactured through a proprietary mechanical process (vs. chemical) that maintains the lunasin’s bioactivity.

“No other company is advancing the field of nutritional epigenetics like Reliv,” said Galvez. “We are in the middle of a revolution in nutrition and we are all witnesses.”

Reliv Releases Video Promoting Nutritional Approach to Womens Health

Press Release | 5/29/2013

Reliv produced the video to culminate the company's celebration of Women's Health Care Month in May. The video features two SoySentials consumer success stories plus commentary from Dr. Carl Hastings, Reliv Chief Scientific Officer, and Dr. Alfredo Galvez, research scientist at the Center of Excellence in Nutritional Genomics at UC Davis and lead scientific advisor at the Missouri Plant Science Center.

Advanced Nutrition for Women

SoySentials is a nutritional supplement specially designed for women. SoySentials combines soy protein, antioxidants, probiotics and herbs for a comprehensive nutritional approach to women's health. Ingredients have been shown to promote bone health, support the immune system and ease the symptoms of menopause and PMS, among other benefits.

In 2012 Reliv added LunaRich soy powder to SoySentials. LunaRich is a Reliv-exclusive ingredient that optimizes bioactive lunasin content. Lunasin is a peptide found naturally in soy that scientists have identified as the key to many of soy's documented health benefits, including cholesterol management, inflammation reduction and general cellular health.

'Outstanding Product'

"By incorporating LunaRich, the other bioactive agents in SoySentials can combine with lunasin at the epigenetic level in optimizing genes associated with cellular health," said Galvez. "That means the women's health benefits you receive from SoySentials are maximized."

"SoySentials is an outstanding product that is better than ever with the addition of LunaRich," added Hastings. "This video does a great job highlighting how the right nutrition can help women everywhere take control of their health and get the most out of every day."

Reliv LunaRich X a Finalist for 2013 American Business Awards

Press Release | 5/11/2013

The American Business Awards are the nation’s premier business awards program. All organizations operating in the U.S.A. are eligible to submit nominations – public and private, for-profit and non-profit, large and small.

LunaRich X marks the culmination of an extensive research and development process that began with the discovery of the lunasin peptide by research scientist Dr. Alfredo Galvez at UC Berkley in 1996...“No other company is advancing the nutritional possibilities of the emerging field of epigenetics like Reliv, and LunaRich X is the culmination of that work,” Galvez said. “We are in the middle of a revolution in nutrition and we are all witnesses.”

Reliv International Opens In France

Press Release | 4/4/2013

“Our business in Europe is booming, and France is a big part of that,” said Ryan Montgomery, Reliv President. “Reliv Europe has recorded five straight years of sustained growth and shows no signs of slowing down. Making France our 16th country of operation will provide added opportunities, momentum and increased operational efficiencies.”

Explosive Growth

Reliv’s net sales in Europe jumped 72.7% from 2011 to 2012 after climbing 80.4% the previous year. The number of Reliv distributors in Europe mirrors that sales growth, increasing 77.4% from 2010 to 2011 and then 79.7% from 2011 to 2012.

“Europe is our hottest market and we are committed to fostering continued expansion in the region,” added Montgomery. “We have invested in staffing and infrastructure in Europe, including a new office and warehouse, in anticipation of continued growth.”

Celebrating Success

Reliv will mark the occasion with a special event open to all on April 12-13 featuring Montgomery, Reliv Europe Managing Director Eric Vill and leading distributors from throughout Europe. The event will start with a Reliv business opportunity meeting at 7:30pm Friday night followed by a full day’s agenda starting at 9:30am on Saturday that includes workshops, guest speakers and special presentations.

“This is an event not to be missed for anyone looking for a solution in these challenging times,” Vill said. “Reliv offers what people today need most: better health and financial freedom. That’s why Reliv’s business opportunity is exploding in Europe right now. I encourage you to attend this event or look us up online to learn how Reliv can help you lead a better life starting today. “

The Paris event is one of several around the world this year celebrating Reliv’s 25 years in business, all culminating with the Reliv 25 International Conference in Orlando on July 18-20.

Reliv International Reports 4th Quarter and Full Year 2012 Results

Press Release | 3/6/2013

Fourth-Quarter Results

Reliv reported net sales of $16.91 million for the fourth quarter of 2012, compared with sales of $16.89 million for the fourth quarter of 2011, an increase of 0.1 percent. U.S. sales declined by 3.2 percent for the quarter compared with the same quarter in 2011. International sales for the quarter increased 13.1 percent, led by significant growth in Europe, which reported an increase of 49.5 percent.

Reliv reported net income of $437,000, or $0.03 per diluted share, for the fourth quarter of 2012 compared with net income of $320,000, or $0.03 per diluted share, for the fourth quarter of 2011. Income from operations for the fourth quarter of 2012 was $611,000 compared with $471,000 in the same quarter of 2011.

Full-Year Results

Reliv reported net sales of $68.71 million for 2012 compared with net sales of $73.88 million in 2011. U.S. net sales decreased from $60.88 million to $53.80 million. Net sales in Reliv's foreign markets for 2012 increased 14.7 percent compared with net sales for 2011. Net sales were particularly strong in Europe, where net sales increased by $2.73 million, or 72.7 percent. Growth in the European market in 2012 was driven by strong increases in new distributor enrollments and new Master Affiliate qualifications, along with the launch of Reliv NOW® with LunaRich® in October 2012.

Net income for 2012 was $1.36 million compared with $1.05 million in 2011. Diluted earnings per share were $0.11 in 2012 compared with $0.08 in 2011.

"The net sales increase in the fourth quarter of 2012 compared with the fourth quarter of 2011 marks the first quarterly year-over-year net sales increase in more than five years at Reliv," said Robert L. Montgomery, chairman and chief executive officer of Reliv. "We believe that with continuing growth in Europe and initiatives underway worldwide it is the first of many to come."

Reliv International Reports Third Quarter Financial Results

Press Release | 10/31/2012

Net sales for the quarter were $15.3 million, an 11.7 percent decrease from the third quarter last year. Net U.S. sales totaled $12.1 million, down from third-quarter 2011 net sales of $14.1 million. Net sales outside of the United States rose 0.9 percent in the third quarter of 2012 compared to the prior-year quarter, buoyed by the European market where net sales increased by 39.2 percent.

Net income for the third quarter of 2012 was $287,000 or $0.02 per diluted share, compared to $49,000 or $0.00 per diluted share in the 2011 third quarter. The 2012 quarter's increase was due to a one-time after-tax gain of approximately $247,000 resulting from a discounted balance due on a purchase agreement entered into in a previous year. Income/loss from operations for the third quarter of 2012 was a loss of $32,000 compared to income of $168,000 in the same quarter of 2011.

Europe remained Reliv's leading growth market with net sales increasing to $1.39 million in the third quarter of 2012 compared to $1.00 million in the prior-year third quarter. "The number of active Reliv distributors in Europe has nearly doubled from the same time last year," said Robert L. Montgomery, chairman and chief executive officer of Reliv.

"In the United States, we are turning to product innovation to generate excitement and spark sales growth," Montgomery said. "Our relationship with the Missouri Plant Science Center has already produced LunaRich soy powder -- now used in five Reliv product formulas -- and we are actively working on additional exclusive ingredients. The scientific community is now embracing the science behind LunaRich, and through public relations efforts, we anticipate significantly increasing awareness of LunaRich and of Reliv."

"We are empowering distributors with new business tools, giving them more choices in how they share Reliv with prospects," he added. "We have also introduced online enhancements that make it easier for new customers and distributors to sign up. I believe these initiatives will help increase our sponsoring numbers moving forward."

Reliv's total distributor count was 58,570 as of September 30, 2012 -- an increase of 1.6 percent from the same date in 2011 -- of which 6,710 are Master Affiliate level and above. Master Affiliate is the level at which distributors are eligible to earn generation royalties. The growth in the distributor count is related to the sales growth in Europe, offset by a decline in the distributor count in the United States.

Net cash generated from operating activities in the first nine months of 2012 totaled $1.06 million, representing a decrease of $1.19 million over the first nine months of 2011. Reliv had cash and cash equivalents of $4.9 million as of September 30, 2012, a decrease of $2.2 million from the same date last year.

Reliv Athletic Performance Supplement Earns Patent

Press Release | 8/10/2012

LunaRich is a Reliv-exclusive whole soy powder containing five to ten times more lunasin than the industry standard. Lunasin is a peptide found naturally in soy that scientists have identified as the key to many of soy's documented health benefits.

Learn how LunaRich maximizes the benefits of soy.

Lunasin protects against oxidative stress and inflammation caused by high-impact exercise. Over time, this oxidation can cause cell damage throughout the body. Lunasin works to protect cells by reducing the negative effects of oxidative stress and by regulating the body's inflammatory response.

"Studies show the effectiveness of soy in promoting optimal fitness," said Dr. Carl Hastings, Reliv's chief scientific officer. "ProVantage provides healthy soy protein for increased muscle mass and function and now maximizes lunasin content to aid in recovery and repair. No other performance supplement harnesses the power of soy like ProVantage -- and now there is a patent to prove it."

ProVantage's patented formula contains additional advanced ingredients, such as Tonalin®, MCTs, Creatine, CoQ10 and supercharged amino acids.

Learn why ProVantage marks a major advancement in the science of sports nutrition.

ProVantage becomes the seventh patented Reliv nutritional formula, joining Arthaffect® for joint health, Cellebrate® for weight loss, FibRestore® for digestive health, Innergize!® for performance nutrition, GlucAffect® for blood sugar management and ReversAge® for anti-aging nutrition. Reliv Classic® for essential daily nutrition also earned a patent, but it has since expired.

ProVantage is the fifth Reliv product to contain LunaRich soy powder since the ingredient was introduced in January. Reliv also added LunaRich to Reliv Now®, a daily essential nutrition formula; SoySentials®, a women's protective supplement; Reliv Now® for Kids and GlucAffect. LunaRich is the first product to come out of the joint biotechnology research and development partnership that Reliv, Soy Labs, LLC and the Missouri Plant Science Center formed in August 2011.

Reliv International Names Ryan Montgomery President

Press Release | 7/25/2012

As President, Montgomery will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of Reliv International, including Reliv North America (US, Canada and Mexico) and Reliv Europe (UK, Ireland, Netherlands, Germany and Austria). Robert Montgomery will remain Reliv's Chairman and Chief Executive Officer and continue in his leadership role at the company.

"Ryan has served Reliv in various leadership capacities, and has excelled in every position he has held," said Robert Montgomery. "He is the ideal choice to move Reliv forward as President."

"Reliv will continue to set the standard in the nutrition and direct selling industries," said Ryan Montgomery. "We will further develop strategies and technologies that allow all people to more easily discover Reliv. Our vision is to reach millions with the health benefits and lifestyle opportunities Reliv offers."

Reliv International Announces Asia Pacific Initiative

Press Release | 7/18/2012

The Board of Directors has determined to establish a new entity for operations in the Asia-Pacific Region and to appoint R. Scott Montgomery, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Reliv, to the position of President of the new entity. Mr. Montgomery will assume responsibility for management of current operations in the Asia-Pacific Region including Australia, New Zealand, the Philippines, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia and Brunei.

Under his direction, management is developing and intends to implement a strategic plan for the region that includes management development, financing, product line development, new market entries and market development, both for existing operations and new market entries.

Robert L. Montgomery, Chief Executive Officer of Reliv, stated: "Reliv management believes that the Asia-Pacific Region has huge potential and represents an enormous opportunity for Reliv. With this action, we have determined to bring focus and direction, and to devote resources, to the development of our business in the region."

Statements made in this news release that are not historical facts are "forward-looking" statements (as defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995) that involve risks and uncertainties and are subject to change at any time. Factors that could cause actual results to differ are identified in the public filings made by Reliv with the Securities and Exchange Commission. More information on factors that could affect Reliv's business and financial results are included in its public filings made with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its Annual Report on Form 10-K and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, copies of which are available on the Company's web site.

Reliv International Named a Top Workplace

Press Release | 6/26/2012

Top Workplaces was created by Workplace Dynamics in 2006. The program is based on one simple philosophy: The most successful companies are the ones that employees believe in. Such companies are considered "organizationally healthy."

Organizational health stems from three primary factors:

Direction: Employees have emotionally bought into what the organization is striving to achieve.

Execution: The company has a high performance culture.

Connection: Employees feel they are appreciated and doing something meaningful.

Top Workplaces evaluates companies on these three factors based on a 25-question employee survey. Survey results placed Reliv among the top companies in the St. Louis area.

"The fact that we didn't even nominate ourselves, that employees nominated Reliv on their own accord, speaks volumes as to just how much our staff believes in what we do," said R. Scott Montgomery, Reliv executive vice president and chief operating officer. "Reliv's mission is to Nourish Our World. We want to help people lead healthier, happier lives, and that's a goal everyone can rally around."

Reliv Announces Breakthrough in Fight Against Metabolic Syndrome

Press Release | 6/3/2012

The addition of LunaRich comes less than a month after the CDC published findings from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey indicating metabolic syndrome continues to rise among Americans.

Fighting an Epidemic Metabolic syndrome — a cluster of symptoms including high blood sugar, obesity and cardiovascular problems — has reached epidemic proportions. According to the American Heart Association, 47 million Americans now have metabolic syndrome. The syndrome afflicts 40 percent of people in their sixties and seventies. That number is expected to rise along with our aging population. The CDC also predicts that one-third of Americans will have diabetes if current trends continue.

In addition, a recent CDC study published in Pediatrics shows the epidemic isn't limited to older adults. Obesity in teens has skyrocketed in the past decade — 23 percent of teens are now classified as diabetic or prediabetic.

A person with metabolic syndrome is twice as likely to develop heart disease and five times more likely to develop diabetes. Other silent symptoms include eye, kidney and nervous system damage over time. Metabolic syndrome typically includes three or more symptoms:

waistline of 40+ inches for men or 35+ inches for women high blood pressure, or on blood pressure medication high triglycerides high blood sugar or type 2 diabetes low levels of HDL (good) cholesterol Balancing Blood Sugar The solution for metabolic syndrome lies in a three-pronged approach of balancing blood sugar, losing weight and improving cholesterol.

Blood sugar management and weight loss go hand-in-hand. Blood sugar levels can effect hunger feelings and energy levels. When blood sugar and insulin levels drop too low, we feel hungry. Weight loss is easier if blood sugar is continuously balanced.

Research shows that cutting-edge ingredients such as Pycnogenol®, banaba leaf and cinnamon have significant blood sugar management properties.

"GlucAffect's unique formula addresses multiple factors of metabolic syndrome at once," said Dr. Carl Hastings, chief scientific officer. "And the increased levels of lunasin in LunaRich soy powder have given GlucAffect an even greater edge in the fight against metabolic syndrome."

Beating Cholesterol at the Source Most cholesterol is produced in the liver by the HMG-CoA reductase gene. Statin drugs work by blocking HMG-CoA, but they can often block too much. This leads to serious side effects because our body needs a minimum level of cholesterol for proper cellular function.

On the other hand, a naturally occurring soy peptide called lunasin targets cholesterol at an earlier stage, reducing the HMG-CoA without blocking it entirely. LunaRich soy powder harnesses the power of the lunasin peptide to balance cholesterol.

"A growing body of research shows that the lunasin peptide is one of the most important bioactive components of soy," said Dr. Alfredo Galvez, the scientist who first discovered lunasin. "Lunasin demonstrates superior support for cardiovascular health and exhibits significant anti-inflammatory properties. In developing LunaRich for Reliv, we have maximized lunasin levels in soy."

Reliv International Raises Dividend

Press Release | 5/8/2012

The dividend represents an increase of $0.01 per share over the dividend announced in November 2011.

Robert L. Montgomery, chairman, president and chief executive officer of Reliv, said, "This dividend payment will constitute the 17th consecutive semi-annual dividend payment made by Reliv."

Reliv International Reports First Quarter Financial Results

Press Release | 5/2/2012

Reliv reported net sales of $19.7 million for the first quarter of 2012, compared to sales of $21.7 million for the first quarter of 2011. United States sales declined by 14.6 percent for the quarter compared to the same quarter in 2011. International sales for the quarter rose 23.4 percent, led by continued strong growth in Europe.

The company reported net income of $532,000, or $0.04 per diluted share, for the first quarter of 2012 compared to net income of $610,000, or $0.05 per diluted share, for the first quarter of 2011. Income from operations for the first quarter of 2012 was $914,000 compared to $1,077,000 in the same quarter of 2011.

Net sales in Europe increased by 120 percent to $1.6 million in the first quarter of 2012 compared to $724,000 in the prior-year first quarter. "Europe continues to lead all markets in growth with record-setting sales for Europe in the first quarter of 2012," said Robert L. Montgomery, chairman, president and chief executive officer of Reliv. "The double-digit growth that started in 2010 has increased as our European distribution network expands. We plan to build on this expansion throughout 2012."

Sales in Asia increased by 7.3 percent in the first quarter of 2012 compared to the prior-year quarter, led by the Philippines. "In the Philippines, sales growth continues to accelerate as well," he said. "The introduction of single-serving sachets for our most popular products has opened up new selling opportunities for our Philippine Distributors. The launch of LunaRich(TM) soy powder in the Philippines, an event covered by local mainstream media, has provided further sales momentum."

"In the United States, we continue to implement our plan to use innovation to jump start sales," Montgomery said. "Leading the way is LunaRich soy powder, the first Reliv-exclusive nutritional ingredient. LunaRich was created through Reliv's research and development partnership with the Missouri Plant Science Center. It delivers five to ten times more lunasin than standard soy powders.

Lunasin is the peptide scientists have identified as the key to many of soy's documented health benefits, including cholesterol management, cell health and more."

"Backed by clinical studies, LunaRich has energized our distributor base and given us a new competitive edge in the supplement market," he said. "Reliv Now® was the first product to contain LunaRich, followed by Reliv Now for Kids and SoySentials® women's protective supplement. We will add LunaRich to more Reliv formulas in the coming months."

"Reliv's marketing team is implementing additional online capabilities. We have made more online sales tools available, expanded our social media footprint and developed a new video and multimedia strategy. I believe these additional features will make it easier for distributors to share Reliv and make it easier for new people to get started with Reliv. Enhancements such as these are a part of our commitment to provide an affordable home-based business opportunity, and I believe this will be a factor in returning to sales growth," Montgomery said.

"As we work to build on sales momentum overseas and regain momentum in the United States, we strive to reduce costs and strengthen our balance sheet," he added. Reliv reported a reduction in selling, general and administrative expenses of $795,000 for the first quarter of 2012 compared to the prior-year period. Reliv had cash and cash equivalents of $6.6 million as of March 31, 2012, a decrease of $584,000 from the balance as of December 31, 2011.

As of March 31, 2012, Reliv had 58,530 distributors - a decline of 2.2 percent from March 31, 2011 - of which 5,980 are Master Affiliate level and above. Master Affiliate is the level at which distributors are eligible to earn generation royalties.

Reliv Adds Breakthrough Ingredient to Supplement for Kids

Press Release | 4/17/2012

LunaRich is a Reliv-exclusive whole soy powder containing five to ten times more lunasin than the industry standard. Lunasin is a peptide found naturally in soy that scientists have identified as the key to many of soy's documented health benefits.

Lunasin's effectiveness stems from its ability to promote optimal cell health. Studies show that lunasin provides a second line of defense against cellular damage when the body's initial defenses fall short. This occurs on multiple levels:

Nourishment. Lunasin provides the nutritional fuel to promote optimal expression of genes required for normal cell function.

Protection. Lunasin reduces inflammation and cell damage caused by free radicals and other environmental hazards. It protects in two ways:

•Prevention. Activates the expression of genes that help reduce cell damage and prevents the expression of genes that can cause cell damage. •Maintenance. Helps remove damaged cells from the body that may cause chronic health problems. Learn how LunaRich promotes healthy growth and development in children.

Nutrition experts have long recognized soy as an ideal source of low-calorie protein for a child's diet. Soy also contains many other nutrients essential for healthy growth and development. Studies of children who consume soy demonstrate this superfood's ability to ease constipation, lower high cholesterol, promote overall wellness and decrease risk of chronic diseases later in life. LunaRich maximizes those benefits.

"Consuming LunaRich at an early age while the body is developing can optimize lunasin's many benefits and lead to long-term, lasting benefits into adulthood," said Dr. Alfredo Galvez, the research scientist who first discovered lunasin in 1996. "LunaRich works like a guardian angel to protect children's cells."

In addition to LunaRich, Reliv Now for Kids also delivers an array of vitamins, minerals, and micronutrients not found in most children's supplements.

"We developed Reliv Now for Kids as a way for parents to fill nutritional gaps — to ensure their children are getting the nutrients they need to thrive," explains Dr. Carl Hastings, Reliv's chief scientific officer. "With LunaRich, we've added a breakthrough approach to overall wellness you can't get anywhere else. More than ever, Reliv Now for Kids stands as the premier children's nutritional supplement."

Reliv Now for Kids is the third Reliv product to feature LunaRich soy powder. Reliv added LunaRich to Reliv Now®, a daily essential nutrition formula, and SoySentials®, a women's protective supplement, earlier this year. LunaRich is the first product to come out of the joint biotechnology research and development partnership that Reliv, Soy Labs, LLC and the Missouri Plant Science Center formed in August 2011. Reliv Now, Reliv Now for Kids, SoySentials and LunaRich are available exclusively through independent Reliv distributors.

Reliv Adds Breakthrough Ingredient to SoySentials Supplement

Press Release | 3/13/2012

LunaRich is a Reliv-exclusive whole soy powder containing five to ten times more lunasin than the industry standard. Lunasin is a peptide found naturally in soy that scientists have identified as the key to many of soy's documented health benefits. These include cholesterol management, heart health and weight loss, among others.

Learn how LunaRich helps control cholesterol production in the liver, the source of over 80% of the body's cholesterol.

Heart disease is the leading cause of death of American women, killing more than a third of them. Heart attacks kill 200,000 women each year -- five times more than breast cancer. Despite these staggering statistics, women are less likely than men to receive appropriate treatment after a heart attack and only make up 27% of participants in all heart-related research studies.

SoySentials from Reliv is a nutritional supplement specially designed for women. SoySentials combines soy protein, antioxidants, probiotics and herbs for a multi-faceted nutritional approach to women's health. Ingredients have been shown to promote bone health, support the immune system and ease the symptoms of menopause and PMS, among other benefits.

Learn how SoySentials supports overall health in women.

"A common myth persists that heart disease is a mostly male health problem, but the facts tell a different story," said Dr. Carl W. Hastings, Reliv's chief scientific officer. "By adding LunaRich to our SoySentials formula, we are giving women a proven nutritional approach to managing cholesterol and improving heart health. And with the other benefits that SoySentials provides, it's an ideal supplement for overall women's health."

SoySentials is the second Reliv product to feature LunaRich soy powder. Reliv added LunaRich to Reliv Now®, a daily essential nutrition formula, earlier this year. LunaRich is the first product to come out of the joint biotechnology research and development partnership that Reliv, Soy Labs, LLC and the Missouri Plant Science Center formed in August 2011. SoySentials, Reliv Now and LunaRich are available exclusively through independent Reliv distributors.

Reliv International Reports 2011 Financial Results

Press Release | 2/29/2012

Fourth-Quarter Results

Reliv reported net sales of $16.9 million for the fourth quarter of 2011, compared with sales of $18.5 million for the fourth quarter of 2010. U.S. sales declined by 13.4 percent for the quarter compared with the same quarter in 2010. International sales for the quarter increased 14.4 percent, led by significant growth in Europe, which reported an increase of 83.9 percent.

Reliv reported net income of $320,000, or $0.03 per diluted share, for the fourth quarter of 2011 compared with net income of $559,000, or $0.05 per diluted share, for the fourth quarter of 2010. Income from operations for the fourth quarter of 2011 was $471,000 compared with $827,000 in the same quarter of 2010.

Full-Year Results

Reliv reported net sales of $73.9 million for 2011 compared with net sales of $78.7 million in 2010. U.S. net sales decreased from $66.9 million to $60.9 million. Net sales in Reliv's foreign markets for 2011 increased 9.7 percent compared with net sales for 2010. Net sales were particularly strong in Europe, where net sales increased 80.4 percent. Growth in the European market in 2011 was driven by strong increases in new distributor enrollments.

Net income for 2011 was $1.0 million compared with $1.7 million in 2010. Diluted earnings per share were $0.08 in 2011 compared with $0.14 in 2010.

"The financial highlight of 2011 was the increase in sales in Europe," said Robert L. Montgomery, chairman, president and chief executive officer of Reliv. "Our European market set numerous monthly sales records in 2011 after posting double digit growth in 2010. This sustained growth is something we plan to build on in 2012."

"In the United States, we have turned to innovation to jump start sales. The introduction of healthy energy shot 24K™ followed with the innovative 24K VIP program, a customer referral and lead generation initiative, I believe positions us to expand our footprint in the lucrative energy drink market," he said.

"In 2011 Reliv became the first corporate partner of the Missouri Plant Science Center. That partnership has produced LunaRich™, our first Reliv-exclusive nutritional ingredient," Montgomery said. "LunaRich is a unique soy powder, which in comparison to the industry standard, contains five to ten times the amount of soy's key bioactive component."

"We introduced Reliv Now® as the first product to contain LunaRich this February at the 2012 Reliv National Conference in Reno," he said. "Backed by clinical studies, LunaRich has energized our distributor base and given us a new competitive edge in the supplement market. We plan to add LunaRich to additional Reliv products in the coming months."

"In Reno we also announced that GlucAffect®, Reliv's cutting-edge blood sugar management formula, became the sixth Reliv product to earn a patent," Montgomery said.

"As we work to regain sales momentum in the United States, we are focusing on reducing costs and maintaining our strong balance sheet," he added. Reliv reported a reduction in selling, general and administrative expenses of $532,000 for the fourth quarter of 2011 and $1.25 million for all of 2011 compared with the prior-year periods. Reliv had cash and cash equivalents of $7.2 million as of December 31, 2011, an increase of $843,000 from the balance as of December 31, 2010. Net cash generated from operating activities increased to $2.8 million in 2011 from $2.2 million in 2010.

As of December 31, 2011, Reliv had 57,010 distributors – a decline of 6.1 percent from December 31, 2010 – of which 7,670 are Master Affiliate level and above. Master Affiliate is the level at which distributors are eligible to earn generation royalties.

Reliv Earns Patent for GlucAffect

Press Release | 2/21/2012

"Earning this patent validates the work our R&D team put into making GlucAffect a superior nutritional approach to blood sugar management," Hastings said. "GlucAffect addresses one of today's biggest health problems - metabolic syndrome - like no other product available. Most importantly, it works."

In an eight-week, placebo-controlled clinical study of 50 overweight individuals with elevated blood glucose levels, test subjects taking GlucAffect lowered their fasting blood glucose by an average of 30%, moving from elevated glucose levels to healthy blood sugar values. In addition, those individuals taking GlucAffect lost an average of nearly 16 pounds during the eight-week period. No significant glucose lowering or weight loss was found in the control group.

Elevated blood glucose levels and being overweight are key factors in metabolic syndrome, which dramatically increases the likelihood of developing diseases such as diabetes, heart disease and stroke. According to the American Heart Association, metabolic syndrome affects about 35 percent of American adults.

"Metabolic syndrome is a serious, emerging health concern among the medical community, and physicians are more frequently looking to nutrition science to complement traditional care and prescriptive remedies," Dr. Hastings said. "We see the GlucAffect study results and the success stories of GlucAffect consumers as validation of nutrition's important role."

One of GlucAffect's main active ingredients, Pycnogenol®, is an antioxidant clinically shown to help lower high blood glucose levels and provide other health benefits. Additional key ingredients in GlucAffect include omega-3 fish oils, Madeglucyl™, Glucohelp®, SilbinolÒ and cinnamon, among others.

GlucAffect becomes the sixth patented Reliv nutritional formula, joining Arthaffect® for joint health, Cellebrate® for weight loss, FibRestore® for digestive health, Innergize! ® for performance nutrition and ReversAge® for anti-aging nutrition.

Reliv International Launches LunaRich

Press Release | 1/18/2012

CHESTERFIELD, Mo., Jan. 17, 2012 -- Reliv International, Inc., and Soy Labs LLC today announced the creation of LunaRich(TM), an exclusive soy powder developed at the Missouri Plant Science Center (MPSC). Reliv is adding LunaRich to one of its nutritional supplements and will reveal that product at the Reliv National Conference in Reno, Nv., Feb. 17.

"Biotechnology is vital to Missouri's economic future," said former U.S. Sen. Kit Bond. "Our vision for the Missouri Plant Science Center is to unite our state's scientists, farmers and private-sector job creators to spawn biotech innovation. The collaborative effort between Reliv and Soy Labs is helping us realize that vision by bringing cutting-edge biotech products to market."

LunaRich is a whole soy powder containing five to ten times more lunasin than the industry standard. Lunasin is a peptide found naturally in soy that scientists have identified as the key to many of soy's documented health benefits. These include cholesterol management, heart health and weight loss, among others. LunaRich is the first product to come out of the joint biotechnology research and development partnership that Reliv, Soy Labs and the MPSC formed in August 2011.

Learn how LunaRich helps control cholesterol production in the liver, the source of over 80% of the body's cholesterol.

"A growing body of research shows that the lunasin peptide is one of the most important bioactive components of soy," said Dr. Alfredo Galvez, the MPSC's lead scientific advisor. "In creating LunaRich for Reliv, we have maximized lunasin levels in a soy powder."

Dr. Galvez first discovered lunasin in 1996 during research at UC Berkley to improve the nutritional profile of soy protein. More than 40 peer-reviewed and published studies have documented lunasin's health benefits. Research by 21 institutions supported by 27 public and private funding sources has resulted in nine patents.

The amount of lunasin in soybeans varies significantly based on seed, soil and environment. The MPSC refines specially selected soybeans grown exclusively for Reliv to maximize levels of lunasin in LunaRich.

Learn how LunaRich's refinement process enables maximum lunasin absorption by the body.

"This is a significant step forward for Reliv and for nutrition science. LunaRich is an extraordinary ingredient with solid clinical data behind it," said Dr. Carl W. Hastings, Reliv's chief scientific officer. "As scientists learn more about the mechanisms that make soy a nutritional superfood, Reliv is proud to lead the way in making the fruits of these discoveries available to all."

Reliv Launches VIP Discount and Referral Program

Press Release | 12/22/2011

"We wanted to make it easier for Reliv Distributors to add new customers. The popularity of energy drinks and the high marketability of 24K made it an ideal product for a program like VIP," said Ryan Montgomery, executive vice president of worldwide sales.

Distributors invite customers to join the program and receive an immediate 10% discount on 24K. VIPs can then double that discount to 20% when they refer three new VIP customers into the program.

Reliv has developed online tools to speed up the 24K ordering process. These include email and social media tools as well as personalized VIP Codes and a dedicated site for VIP orders.

"We see the 24K VIP Program as a new, more familiar entry point for anyone who happens to hear about Reliv or 24K," Montgomery said. "And once people get to know us, our high retention rates point to our ability to build lasting relationships."

Reliv Named Finalist For Service Of The Year

Press Release | 5/13/2011

Reliv 24K is the first product designed to fight the fatigue cycle by providing energy, mental focus and stress relief. The product contains 24 active ingredients.

"This product is Reliv's first ready-to-drink supplement," said Dr. Carl W. Hastings, chief scientific officer for Reliv. "24K is a healthy energy drink containing no caffeine and only five calories," he added.

This year's Stevie Award winners will be announced during the annual gala on Monday, June 20 at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York City. More than six hundred executives from across the U.S.A. are expected to attend. The event will benefit Camfed (camfed.org), which fights poverty and HIV/AIDS in Africa by educating girls and empowering women to become leaders of change. The ceremonies will be broadcast on radio nationwide by the Business TalkRadio Network.

Finalists were chosen by business professionals nationwide during preliminary judging in April and May. Stevie Award winners will be selected from among the Finalists in each category next week by members of 10 specialized final judging committees. More than 150 executives will have participated in judging this year.

Reliv Announces Corporate Share Program

Npros.com | 4/8/2011

The program authorizes Reliv to purchase up to $1 million of its shares at the market price on the open market or in block trades over the next 24 months. The number of shares to be repurchased and the timing of purchases will be at the discretion of the company's management, and will be subject to restrictions related to volume, price and timing. Reliv International intends to fund the share repurchase program with its available cash balances.

Robert L. Montgomery, chairman, president and chief executive officer, said, "We believe that current market conditions and our strong financial position make this repurchase program an attractive use of available funds at this time."

Reliv Achieves Record Donations

Press release | 3/3/2011

In addition, the Foundation donated funds to build a feeding center in the Philippines during 2010, and funds for an orphanage in northern Haiti. The orphanage project is under construction. The organization provides free supplements to those who use the feeding center and will provide products to those who will live in the orphanage.

The Foundation raised the funds for the buildings at its fourth annual "Walk for the Mission" in St. Louis last summer. More than 2,000 Reliv distributors participated in the event and raised in excess of $40,000.

Following the earthquake in Haiti last winter, the Reliv Foundation made a special donation of $450,000 in Reliv nutritional supplements to earthquake relief efforts.

The Reliv Foundation distributes approximately 95 percent of all donations to more than 270 feeding centers in 10 countries. Reliv International covers the administrative costs and the salaries of the organization's employees.

Since 1995, the Foundation has donated approximately $26 million to programs that support malnourished people.

Until recently, the Reliv Foundation took donations solely from Reliv distributors and employees. At the request of the company's distributors, the Foundation established the Network to Nourish program during 2010. The program, registered in 48 states, enables the organization to accept donations from any individual.

Reliv International Earnings Press Release

Press Release | 2/9/2011

ESTERFIELD, Mo., Feb. 4, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Reliv International, Inc. (Nasdaq: RELV) today announced that it will release financial results for the quarter ended December 31 & year-end 2010, and hold a conference call with investors at 1:00 p.m. Eastern on Wednesday, March 2, 2011. The Company plans to hold the investor conference call, hosted by Robert L. Montgomery, chairman, president and chief executive officer, and Steven D. Albright, senior vice president and chief financial officer, to discuss its fourth quarter & year-end 2010 financial results.

The investor conference call will be available via live webcast on Reliv's web site at Conference Calls & Presentations. To participate by telephone, the dial-in number is 800-591-6944. The participant passcode is 47068864. Investors are advised to dial into the call at least 10 minutes prior to the call to register.

An online archive of the broadcast will be available on the Company's Web site in the Investor Relations section 24 hours after the call concludes.

About Reliv

Reliv International, Inc., based in suburban St. Louis, Mo., is a developer, manufacturer and marketer of a proprietary line of nutritional supplements addressing basic nutrition, specific wellness needs, weight management and sports nutrition. Reliv sells its products through an international network marketing system of approximately 66,000 independent distributors. Additional information about Reliv International, Inc. can be obtained on the Web at www.reliv.com.

Reliv International Releases 24K Energy Shot

Press Release | 2/8/2011

Reliv 24K delivers healthy energy and mental focus, relieves stress

CHESTERFIELD, Mo., Feb. 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Consumers who are fighting the fatigue cycle -- physical fatigue, mental fog and stress -- now have a new means of breaking that cycle.

Reliv 24K, a new nutritional supplement, is the first shot to provide healthy energy and greater mental focus while also reducing stress. Reliv International, Inc., a creator of nutritional supplements that promote optimal health, introduced the product last weekend in Atlanta.

"Reliv 24K is the first product created specifically to address the entire fatigue cycle," said Dr. Carl W. Hastings, chief scientific officer and vice chairman of Reliv. "Physical fatigue and mental fog go hand-in-hand, and stress is a leading contributor to both. 24K addresses all three factors by boosting energy, enhancing mental focus and reducing stress," he said.

Most energy shots on the market today rely on caffeine to provide a quick jolt. But those shots can cause jitters and an unhealthy spike in heart rate. Consumers of 24K won't face those issues. Rather than masking symptoms with stimulants, 24K's comprehensive formula provides the fuel for healthy, natural energy.

The new product represents two important firsts for Reliv: 24K is Reliv's first bottled, ready-to-drink supplement and the company's first energy shot.

The product's name comes from its 24 active ingredients, including omega-3 fatty acids, resveratrol, B vitamins and others that provide energy, mental clarity and stress relief. Hastings and his team of nutritional scientists at Reliv carefully selected ingredients to work together synergistically based on clinical research.

The suggested one-ounce serving size contains only five calories and no caffeine. The product will be sold in the United States initially, but Reliv eventually plans to market it in international markets.

Reliv introduced 24K at its U.S. national conference held in Atlanta Feb. 3-5. Independent Reliv distributors convened to attend training workshops designed to help them build their businesses, receive recognition and take part in motivational activities.

The launch of 24K was the highlight of the conference. The new product comes in a 28-ounce plastic bottle, equal to a four-week supply at the suggested one-ounce serving size, and in double shot-sized, two-ounce bottles for on-the-go convenience.

About Reliv

Reliv International, Inc., based in Chesterfield, Mo., produces nutritional supplements that promote optimal nutrition along with premium skincare products. Reliv supplements address essential nutrition, weight loss, energy and performance enhancement, digestive health, women's health and anti-aging. The company sells its products through an international network marketing system of independent distributors in 15 countries. Learn more about Reliv at www.reliv.com, or on Facebook, Twitter or YouTube.

Reliv Announces 4th Quarter Results

Press Release | 2/6/2011

The investor conference call will be available via live webcast on Reliv's web site at Conference Calls & Presentations. To participate by telephone, the dial-in number is 800-591-6944. The participant passcode is 47068864. Investors are advised to dial into the call at least 10 minutes prior to the call to register.

An online archive of the broadcast will be available on the Company's Web site in the Investor Relations section 24 hours after the call concludes.

Reliv Urges Families to Record Family Health History

Press Release | 11/11/2010

Holiday Gatherings Provide Opportunity to Record Family Health History

CHESTERFIELD, MO, Nov 08, 2010 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Every year since 2004, the Surgeon General has declared Thanksgiving to be National Family History Day -- a time for American families to gather, talk about and write down the health problems that seem to run in their family. This year, Reliv International, Inc. is urging Americans to make the Surgeon General's declaration a part of their holiday tradition by creating a Family Health Portrait.

A Family Health Portrait traces the illnesses suffered by your parents, grandparents and other blood relatives. It can help your doctor predict the disorders for which you may be at risk so you can take the necessary action to keep yourself and your family healthy. The Web-based tool helps users organize family history information and then print it out for presentation to their family doctor. In addition, the tool helps users save their family history information to their own computer and even share family history information with other family members.

"At Reliv, we believe that optimal nutrition is beneficial to everyone," said Dr. Carl Hastings, chief scientific officer of Reliv International. "Our products provide balanced nutrition for a healthier lifestyle and overall wellbeing. Learning about the specific health challenges you may face through building your Family Health Portrait is another way you may help ensure a longer, healthier future."

Health care professionals have known for a long time that many health issues such as elevated blood sugar, obesity and high cholesterol can run in families. If one generation of a family has high blood sugar, it is not unusual for the next generation to have similarly high blood sugar. An up-to-date Family Health Portrait can be a powerful screening tool for your doctor, focusing medical attention first on the most likely areas of concern.

"A lot of different things go into maintaining a healthy lifestyle," said Hastings. "Eating right, regular exercise, getting enough sleep. Creating a Family Health Portrait is another way to be proactive about your health, just as taking nutritional supplements can help ensure you are getting enough vitamins and nutrients for optimum health."

In 2002, the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) began advising all adults to take multivitamins to help prevent such common chronic illnesses as cancer, heart disease and osteoporosis. "Most people do not consume an optimal amount of all vitamins by diet alone. It appears prudent for all adults to take vitamin supplements," according to the statement in JAMA.

How are you staying healthy? Reliv invites you to share the steps you are taking to stay healthy on the Reliv Facebook fan page. And, follow Reliv on Twitter to learn the facts about how optimal nutrition can help you live a healthy, active lifestyle.

Reliv International is a direct selling company that develops and markets nutritional supplements, including essential nutrition, weight loss, performance enhancement, women's health, digestive health and anti-aging products. Reliv distributors sell the supplements directly to consumers. The company also provides the tools, training and support to help its distributors build their home-based businesses.

For more information about Reliv International products or business opportunity, visit www.reliv.com.

About Reliv International Reliv International, Inc., based in Chesterfield, Mo., is a developer, manufacturer and marketer of a proprietary line of nutritional supplements. Reliv supplements address essential daily nutrition, weight loss and targeted solutions, such as energy and performance enhancement, digestive health, women's health and anti-aging. Reliv sells its products through an international network marketing system of approximately 62,000 independent distributors. Additional information about Reliv International, Inc. can be obtained at www.reliv.com or on Facebook, Twitter or YouTube.

SOURCE: Reliv International

Reliv Wins Gold MarCom Award

Press Release | 11/9/2010

Reliv International, Inc. (Nasdaq: RELV) won a gold MarCom Award in the category of video/film/corporate image from the Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals (AMCP). Reliv makes nutritional products that it sells through an international network marketing system in 15 countries.

Reliv won for its video, "The Four Pillars of Reliv," which highlights the company's history, products, business opportunity and mission.

R. Scott Montgomery, Reliv's chief operating officer and executive vice president, said, "First and foremost, our distributors say the video has helped their businesses. The award is icing on the cake showing that our marketing team is providing work that ranks among the best in all the industry."

The competition received nearly 5,000 entries, according to the AMCP. Reliv is among winners that include marketing and communication departments of Fortune 500 companies, national advertising and public relations agencies and individual communicators throughout the United States.

The MarCom Awards competition is administered by the AMCP. As part of its mission, the AMCP fosters and supports the efforts of creative professionals who contribute their talents to create marketing materials for public service and charitable organizations.

About Reliv

Reliv International, Inc., based in Chesterfield, Mo., develops, manufactures and markets premium nutritional supplements and skincare products. Reliv supplements address essential nutrition, weight loss, energy and performance enhancement, digestive health, women's health and anti-aging. The company sells its products through an international network marketing system of approximately 62,000 independent distributors.

Reliv International and the Reliv Kalogris Foundation Earn Communitas Awards for Community Service

PRNewswire | 8/27/2010

Reliv International won for its "Week of Caring" project in the company-sponsored volunteer project category. Held during National Volunteer Week in April, groups of Reliv employees took part in community service projects at five St. Louis area non-profit organizations, volunteering their time but also money and critical supplies.

The Reliv Kalogris Foundation, the company's charitable arm, won in the philanthropy category for the building of its second feeding center/school/community center in Bois Lance de Limonade, Haiti. The center is one of more than two dozen Reliv feeding centers that provide free nutritional supplements to thousands of Haitians every day.

"These awards represent great honors for Reliv, our employees and our distributors," said R. Scott Montgomery, chief operating officer of Reliv International and chairman of the Reliv Kalogris Foundation. "The 'Week of Caring' enables and encourages our employees to become engaged with organizations that perform important community services."

Montgomery added, "Our distributors generously donate money to support the work of the Reliv Foundation, which provides free nutritional supplements to more than 42,000 individuals daily in 10 countries. Some funds also are used to build feeding centers in poverty-stricken parts of the world, like Haiti."

The Communitas Awards program is an international effort to recognize the spirit of communitas - a Latin word referring to people coming together for the good of a community. The Communitas Awards program is an outgrowth of the pro bono recognition program of the Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals (AMCP).

About Reliv International

Reliv International, Inc., based in Chesterfield, Mo., develops, manufactures and markets premium nutritional supplements and skincare products. Reliv supplements address essential nutrition, weight loss, energy and performance enhancement, digestive health, women's health and anti-aging. The company sells its products through an international network marketing system of approximately 64,000 independent distributors. Learn more about Reliv at www.reliv.com. You also may follow us on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

Reliv International Distributors Reach $500 Million Milestone in Earnings

Press Release | 8/27/2010

"Reliv distributors passed the earnings milestone during this year's second quarter," Montgomery said.

"This is a tremendous accomplishment by our independent sales force," Montgomery said. "It represents the hard work of tens of thousands of our distributors throughout our 22-year history. It reflects earnings from people who have made Reliv their sole source of income, of course. But it also is a testament to the majority of individuals who use their Reliv businesses to supplement their full-time income," he said.

"The milestone underscores the potential of the Reliv business opportunity to be a source of income for people from all walks of life," Montgomery said.

About Reliv

Reliv International, Inc., based in Chesterfield, Mo., develops, manufactures and markets premium nutritional supplements and skincare products. Reliv supplements address essential nutrition, weight loss, energy and performance enhancement, digestive health, women's health and anti-aging. The company sells its products through an international network marketing system of approximately 64,000 independent distributors. Learn more about Reliv at www.reliv.com, or follow Reliv on Facebook, Twitter or YouTube.

Reliv Raises 60k During 22nd Annual Conference

Npros.com | 8/26/2010

Nearly $40,000 of the total funds were raised during the foundation's annual "Walk for the Mission" which had the participation of over 2,000 Reliv independent distributors.

The proceeds from The Kalogris Foundation video which was sold during the conference brought in roughly $20,000, making the final total $60,000 over the course of 3 days.

More than 42,000 people benefit from the free nutritional supplements provided by The Reliv Kalogris Foundation through 270 feeding programs in the United States as well as nine other countries.

All proceeds from Reliv's charities are applied to special projects designed to aid the foundation's feeding programs. During the past three years, Reliv has established four feeding centers and classrooms in the Philippines and Haiti, using the money raised by the walk events.

"In the last four years, we have raised $350,000 for the Reliv Foundation through our mission walk and related activities. We are blown away by the generosity of Reliv distributors." said R. Scott Montgomery, chairman of the foundation.

In total, The Reliv Foundation has distributed more than $23 million in nutritional supplements to malnourished individuals throughout the world since it began in 1995.

Reliv's 2010 international conference wielded the presence of thousands of distributors from Europe, Asia, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Mexico and the United States with a celebration that was marked by recognition of accomplishments by Reliv's independent distributors during the last 12 months, along with training, education and motivational activities.

Relive Declares Dividend

Press Release | 5/17/2010

Reliv currently pays dividends twice a year, and this represents the company's first dividend in 2010.

Reliv International, Inc., based in Chesterfield, Mo., is a developer, manufacturer and marketer of a proprietary line of nutritional supplements. Reliv supplements address essential daily nutrition, weight loss and targeted solutions such as blood-sugar management, energy and performance enhancement, women's health and anti-aging. Reliv sells its products through an international network marketing system of approximately 66,000 independent distributors.

Reliv International Give Recognition Award

Npros.com | 5/10/2010

Formed in 1995, The Kalogris Foundation feeds hungry children of impoverished families through the generosity of Reliv distributors worldwide. More than 40,000 beneficiaries receive their Reliv nutritional products everyday, and more than half of them come from the Philippines.

Feeding centers are operational in Smokey Mountain, Payatas and BASECO Port Area. In addition, they are also operational within Negros Occidental, in Bacolod, Kabankalan and Silay cities.

“Reliv gave us the glorious opportunity to make a difference on people’s lives by helping provide poor children with the dignity and respect they deserve. And that’s priceless.” said Beverly Jaro.

Reliv Revenue Decline Not a Result of Economy

Npros.com | 5/5/2010

"The determination of whether a firm's decline in revenues is temporary is part art and part science.

Consider Reliv (RELV), producer and marketer of nutritional supplements and skin care products. The company blamed its poor performance in both 2009 and 2008 on the economic crisis, but further study indicates that the company had problems way before then."

The full article can be read at the link below.

Reliv Press Release

Press Release | 4/16/2010

James competes in the Purple Belt Senior 2 Heavyweight division for those ages 41-45 who weigh between 194.5 and 207.5 pounds. There were 40 competitors from a number of countries in his division in the Pan Am championship. Approximately 2,800 competitors overall participated in the tournament.

"Reliv congratulates Greg on his tremendous showing at the Pan Am Championships," said Ryan Montgomery, executive vice president, worldwide sales for Reliv. "We're thrilled this world-class athlete trusts his nutrition to us, and we're looking forward to his future accomplishments."

James said that going into tournaments, Reliv nutritional supplements help with his mental focus and energy, and following matches, his recovery time has significantly improved since he began using Reliv products.

James teaches martial arts to members of the Air Force, Marines and Navy, as well as to various law enforcement officials around the United States. He is a retired U.S. Navy Petty Officer who has served in three wars. James holds Black Belts in various forms of karate, kung-fu and jiu-jitsu.

Reliv Press Release

Press Release | 4/12/2010

The investor conference call will be available via live webcast on Reliv's web site at Conference Calls & Presentations. To participate by telephone, the dial-in number is 866-730-5767. The participant passcode is 70492527. Investors are advised to dial into the call at least 10 minutes prior to the call to register.

An online archive of the broadcast will be available on the Company's Web site in the Investor Relations section 24 hours after the call concludes.

About Reliv

Reliv International, Inc., based in suburban St. Louis, Mo., is a developer, manufacturer and marketer of a proprietary line of nutritional supplements addressing basic nutrition, specific wellness needs, weight management and sports nutrition. Reliv sells its products through an international network marketing system of approximately 68,000 independent distributors. Additional information about Reliv International, Inc. can be obtained on the Web at www.reliv.com.

Reliv International Hosts National Conference

Npros.com | 2/18/2010

Reliv distributors received recognition and training, as well as demonstrations of Reliv's newly unveiled sales tools, and 3 new products in the Relivables line: soy Nuts, snack bars and "r" body lotion.

Reliv International also announced that the Reliv Kalogris Foundation raised $45,000 for Haitian earthquake relief efforts in January, while also announcing an extension of its previous program to give all online cash donations made in February to relief efforts in Haiti as well.

In addition to its announcements, the company also introduced Greg James, a Team Reliv athlete at the event. A native of Omaha, Greg is a Reliv distributor who won a silver medal at the National Jiu-jitsu Competition in Los Angeles last year. Greg uses Reliv nutritional supplements extensively as part of his training and conditioning program.

Reliv International Expands Relivables Line

Npros.com | 2/16/2010

The new trio of products includes Relivables snack bars, Relivables soy nuts, and 'R' body revitalizing moisture plus, which kudize the company's main line of supplements that boost nutrition, weight loss, energy and performance.

This new addition to the Reliv product line now brings the product base up to 10, which includes hygienic items for both men and women, an all-natural sweetener, sun protection products, and its own brand of soy milk.

Reliv to Donate to Haiti Earthquake Rescue

Npros.com | 1/20/2010

Reliv on FoxBusiness

FOXBusiness | 1/13/2010

"A healthy weight does not involve a particular waist size," said Dr. Carl Hastings, chief scientific officer of Reliv International. "It involves several factors, including your height, age and gender, as well as your activity level."

Hastings says that by following a few simple dos and don'ts, which are listed below, people can develop healthy habits that will have a profound impact on how they look, act and feel.

Reliv Opens New Office in Indonesia

Trading Markets | 10/25/2009

Reliv's first product in Indonesia will be Innergize!, the company's isotonic sports drink. The company expects to launch more products shortly.

Robert Montgomery, chairman, president and CEO of Reliv, said: "This opening expands our footprint in southeast Asia, where we already conduct business in the Philippines, Malaysia, Brunei and Singapore.

Reliv Launches Fall Leg of Financial Freedom Tour

PR Newswire | 10/17/2009

The executives will be joined by top Reliv business owners to promote the company's business opportunity. Reliv develops, manufactures and markets nutritional supplements through a network of approximately 68,000 independent distributors.

The first event of the Financial Freedom Tour, to be led by Steve Hastings, Reliv's senior vice president for North American sales, is today in Indianapolis. Hastings also will take the reins at events in Detroit (Oct. 20), Orlando (Oct. 21) and Greenville, S.C. (Oct. 22).

Reliv Expands in Indonesia

Food Business Review | 10/17/2009

The opening of Indonesia, which has an estimated population of 218 million people, gives Reliv distributors the opportunity to introduce the company to Indonesia.

Reliv's first product in Indonesia will be Innergize!, the company's isotonic sports drink and more products are expected to be introduced soon.

Reliv Launches New Products and Tools

SYS-CON Media | 8/27/2009

Highlights of the conference included:

The launch of a new family of products called Relivables(TM), which includes the exclusive "r( )collection" of personal care products. (See www.relivables.com.)

The announcement of a new clinical study on Reliv nutritional supplements.

The introduction of personal websites as a great new marketing tool for distributors.

The launch of a distributor autoship program that has the potential to boost sales.

The third annual Walk for the Mission to raise funds for the Reliv Kalogris Foundation.

Training for independent distributors from some of Reliv's most successful distributors.

In his keynote address, Reliv Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer Robert L. Montgomery said, "Tens of millions of people are looking for jobs and an equal number have seen their salaries reduced or faced furloughs. Reliv distributors can help those people set up their own Reliv businesses, begin supplementing their income and potentially reduce the financial pressures they are feeling today," he said.

Reliv Sees Jump in Distributors

Npros.com | 5/5/2009

The Chesterfield, Mo.-based direct-selling company reported a 19 percent increase in the number of new distributors in the first quarter. Reliv enrolled about 8,400 new distributors in the first quarter, up from 7,030 a year ago.

Reliv (Nasdaq: RELV) now has a total of more than 68,000 distributors, said Barry Murov, a company spokesman.

“The economy obviously plays a role as more people … are looking for additional income or to supplement what they get while they are out of work,” he said.

Reliv in the St Louis Post

Npros.com | 5/5/2009

Net income was $1.01 million, or 7 cents per share down, for the quarter ended March 31 versus $1.53 million, or 10 cents. Net sales dropped to $23.8 million from $28.3 million.

During the quarter, U.S. sales dropped to $21.4 million from $24.7 million. Sales outside the United States were $2.4 million compared to $3.6 million. The strengthening of the U.S. dollar accounted for about one-half of the international sales decline.

Reliv Reports First Quarter Results

Npros.com | 5/5/2009

11:47am 05/05/2009

Delayed quote dataAdd to portfolio Analyst Create alert Insider Discuss Financials Sponsored by: RELV 3.18, +0.09, +2.9%) , a nutrition and direct selling company, today reported its first quarter results. Net sales for the quarter declined to $23.8 million compared to net sales of $28.3 million in the first quarter of 2008. Net income for the quarter was $1.0 million or $0.07 per diluted share, compared to net income of $1.5 million or $0.10 per diluted share in the 2008 first quarter. The company reported a 19 percent increase, however, in the number of new distributors joining Reliv in the quarter, compared to the number joining in the first quarter of 2008. During the first quarter of 2009, Reliv enrolled approximately 8,400 new distributors compared to 7,030 in the prior year quarter. During the first-quarter of 2009, U.S. net sales totaled $21.4 million, down 13.4 percent from the 2008 first quarter. Sales outside of the United States, were $2.4 million compared to $3.6 million in the prior year quarter. The strengthening of the U.S. dollar accounted for approximately one-half of the reported international sales decline. Robert L. Montgomery, chairman, president and chief executive officer, said, "In an effort to increase sponsoring this year, beginning in January we began offering distributors half-price distributor kits. I believe that promotion, which will run through August, helped spur some of the new enrollments we saw in the first quarter."

Reliv International Expands Into Brunei

MarketWatch | 2/4/2009

Reliv International Provides Free Supplements

MarketWatch | 12/5/2008

Reliv International Reports Profit and Sales Decline

St. Louis Post-Dispatch | 11/28/2008

Reliv said restructuring its European operations significantly reduced its losses there. But that improvement was negated by lower pre-tax profits from the United States.

Reliv said it is focused on turning its U.S. business around. To boost efficiency, the company launched an automatic shipping program in the U.S. in August and then expanded it to Australia.

Reliv International Raises 68K for Kids

Npros.com | 8/21/2008

More than 3,400 Reliv independent distributors from nine countries participated, the company said.

The Reliv Foundation provides free nutritional supplements to more than 42,000 people, mostly children, in the United States and nine other countries. The majority of the recipients are malnourished children in countries outside of the U.S. who receive the supplements in more than 270 feeding programs.

Reliv Celebrates Anniversary with More than 4300 Distributors

Global Newswire | 8/21/2008

Highlights of the conference included:

* The announcement of a new automatic shipment program designed to improve customer retention and increase sales. * A one-mile walk/5-K run involving more than 3,400 Reliv distributors that raised $68,000 for the Reliv Kalogris Foundation. The foundation provides free nutritional supplements to more than 42,000 people at more than 270 feeding centers. Separately from the walk/run event, the Reliv Foundation raised an additional $10,000. * Recognition for hundreds of distributors' accomplishments over the last 12 months, including the announcement of winners of incentive trips.

Reliv Chairman, President and CEO Robert L. Montgomery addressed the audience, telling them, "This is a great time to be part of Reliv. We offer an outstanding business opportunity that allows distributors to supplement their existing income or turn Reliv into a full-time career. We also make nutrition simple. Two shakes a day of our outstanding nutritional supplements provide complete, balanced nutrition."

The company announced the newest members of its President's Team, comprised of the top 15 distributors ranked by 2007 income. President's Team members come from California, Arizona, Illinois, Florida, Texas, Nebraska, Colorado, Oklahoma, Missouri, North Carolina and Michigan.

Reliv International Profits Drop

Triangle Business Journal | 8/1/2008

Its net sales for the second quarter were $24 million, compared to net sales of $26.3 million in the second quarter last year. The nutritional supplement company cited weakening U.S. sales.

Reliv said it plans to close its corporate office in Germany but continue to serve distributors in Germany and other European countries. All other European operations are now headquartered at Reliv's United Kingdom office.

Reliv Charitiable Efforts in Philippines

Triangle Business Journal | 5/13/2008

The center in Cavite City, Philippines, is the first built by the Reliv Kalogris Foundation, which provides nutritional supplements to approximately 270 organizations, including schools, hospitals, orphanages and feeding centers in 15 countries.

Approximately 4,000 Reliv distributors and their families participated in the "Walk for the Mission" last August in downtown St. Louis, which raised more than $180,000 for the foundation.

Reliv taking weight-loss product to EU

St. Louis Business Journal | 1/12/2008

The product was introduced at Reliv's United Kingdom national conference over the weekend, and will be launched in the Netherlands, Austria and Germany this week, according to a release.

Reliv has focused on Slimplicity to fatten up its revenue and profit since the product was launched in the United States last February. The company said Monday it is working on plans to roll out Slimplicity to its other international markets in the future.

The Slimplicity weight loss system consists of a meal replacement shake and a chewable tablet that works with the shake to control weight, Reliv said.

Chesterfield, Mo.-based Reliv International Inc. (Nasdaq: RELV) manufactures and distributes nutritional supplements, food products and skin care products.

Reliv Signs One Year Contracts for Execs

St Louis Business Journal | 1/12/2008

Reliv entered into the employee agreements with R. Scott Montgomery, executive vice president and chief operating officer; Ryan Montgomery, executive vice president of worldwide sales; Steven Albright, vice president of finance and chief financial officer; Steven Hastings, senior vice president of North American sales; and Brett Hastings, vice president of legal.

Each agreement provides a base salary, participation in the company's incentive compensation plan and certain other benefits. If one of the aforementioned employees is fired, Reliv will pay severance payments of six months salary, according to the filing.

R. Scott Montgomery, the son of Reliv Chairman, President and CEO Robert Montgomery, will receive a base salary of $195,000 in 2008 with benefits including $15,000 for 20 vacation days pushing it over $220,000.

Ryan Montgomery, brother of R. Scott and son of Robert Montgomery, will receive a base salary of $170,000 with benefits including $13,077 for 20 vacation days pushing it close to $195,000.

Albright will be paid a base salary of $180,000. His benefits, including $13,846 for 20 vacation days, puts his compensation at $202,519.

Steven Hastings' base salary for 2008 is $160,000. His benefits, including $12,308 for 20 vacation days, puts his compensation at $183,643.

Brett Hastings' will be paid a 2008 base salary of $170,000 with benefits, including $13,077 for 20 vacation days, bringing the total to $194,472.

Brett and Steven Hastings' are brothers whose father, Carl, is Reliv's vice chairman and chief scientific officer.

Chesterfield, Mo.-based Reliv International Inc. (Nasdaq: RELV) manufactures and distributes nutritional supplements, food products and skin care products.

Reliv International Reports Third Quarter Results

CNNMoney.com | 11/28/2007

Net income for the third quarter equaled $900,557 or $0.06 per diluted share, compared to net income of $1.8 million or $0.11 per diluted share in the third quarter of 2006. Reliv reported U.S. sales of $22.0 million for the third quarter, compared to $26.8 million for the year-ago quarter. International net sales rose 3.9 percent to $3.1 million for the third quarter.

Reliv International Declares Dividend

CNNMoney.com | 11/12/2007

Reliv's dividend rate this year is ten cents ($0.10) per share. The company currently pays dividends twice a year, and this marks the second one in 2007.

Reliv International, Inc., based in suburban St. Louis, MO., develops, manufactures and markets a proprietary line of nutritional supplements addressing basic nutrition, specific wellness needs, weight management and sports nutrition. Reliv sells its products through an international network marketing system of approximately 70,500 independent distributors. Additional information about Reliv can be obtained on the Web at www.reliv.com.

Reliv International Names Three New VPs

CNNMoney.com | 10/8/2007

Reliv appointed Ron McCain as vice president -- sales development, Brett Hastings as vice president -- legal, and Barry Murov as vice president -- corporate communications.

"Ron's accumulated experience working with distributors will be extremely valuable in his new role in the sales department," said R. Scott Montgomery, executive vice president and chief operating officer. "Brett and Barry have given Reliv expanded expertise in their respective areas, law and communications. The board and I look forward to continued contributions to Reliv's success from these three executives."

Hastings, 34, moves up from his position as associate legal counsel. He is responsible for distributor and corporate compliance with industry regulations, commercial agreements, corporate governance, securities and general legal advice.

Hastings began his legal career in St. Louis with Thompson Coburn LLP. He also worked at Doster Mickes James Ullom Benson & Guest, LLC, prior to joining Reliv in 2005.

Relive Makes Executive Promotions

Bizjournals.com | 10/2/2007

Ron McCain was promoted to vice president of sales development. He was previously director of distributor relations.

Brett Hastings is the new vice president-legal, following his promotion from associate legal counsel.

Barry Murov was promoted from director of corporate communications to vice president of corporate communications.

Reliv Conference Draws Thousands

Earthtimes.org | 8/27/2007

The distributors also received other forms of recognition and training during the conference. The winners of the Mega-Bonus promotion, which was open to all Reliv distributors worldwide, had the highest group sales volume from August 2006 through July 2007. The 50 winners received cash awards ranging from $1,000 to $100,000.

Reliv Names Jack Linn Senior VP

St. Louis Post-Dispatch | 7/9/2007

He has served as a consultant to Reliv for five years, and brings more than 35 years of experience in the direct-selling industry, including 15 years of operating his own consulting firm. Linn earned both bachelor's and master's degrees from Northwestern University of Evanston, Ill.

Reliv International Names Bob Owen to Advisory Board

CNNMoney.com | 6/14/2007

Owen, 67, is managing director of Mindwake Enterprises Pty. Ltd., a consulting firm specializing in analytical chemistry and health care sciences.

"Bob is a great addition to our Scientific Advisory Board. He is an accomplished scientist who brings a wide range of experience that will benefit Reliv, our distributors and consumers," said Reliv Vice Chairman of the Board and Chief Scientific Officer Dr. Carl W. Hastings.

Reliv International Earns Spot on BusinessWeeks Hot Growth List

Primenewswire | 6/3/2007

"We're proud to have made this list of hot growth companies to watch once again, and we're pleased to be in the same league as other great small companies," said Robert L. Montgomery, chairman, chief executive officer and president of Reliv. "We attribute our success to our excellent nutritional products, the dedication of our outstanding employees and the passion and loyalty of our distributors."

Reliv Plans Stock Buyback

San Antonio Business Journal | 5/31/2007

"Relìv will continue to buy back shares when we believe it is the best use of funds," Robert Montgomery, chairman, CEO and president of Relìv, said in a statement.

Reliv International Ranks on Hot 100

St. Louis Business Journal | 5/31/2007

This year Reliv ranked No. 47, up a spot from the 2006 list. Only companies with annual revenue of $50 million to $1.5 billion are eligible for the list. Reliv reported 2006 revenue of $117.5 million.

"We're proud to have made this list of hot growth companies to watch once again, and we're pleased to be in the same league as other great small companies," Robert Montgomery, chairman, CEO and president of Reliv, said in a statement.

Reliv Announces New Partnership

NPI Center | 4/24/2007

7-Keto (3-acetyl-7-oxo dehydroepiandrosterone) is a naturally occurring substance produced by the body in the adrenal glands and its production declines with age. It is a non-stimulant, thermogenic agent that is clinically proven to increase metabolism and promote healthy weight loss. 7-Keto works naturally with the body to enhance the activity of three thermogenic enzymes – Glycerol-3-phosphate dehydrogenase, Malic Enzyme & Fatty Acyl CoA Oxidase. The up-regulation of these three key fat burning, thermogenic enzymes results in a higher metabolic rate and clinical studies have shown that administration of 7-Keto increases metabolism by 5.4%, promotes weight loss without stimulants and produces 3 times more weight loss than diet & exercise alone. Two independently conducted clinical trials support the effectiveness of 7-Keto for weight loss. Both trials were double-blinded and placebo-controlled, and have been published in peer-reviewed journals.

A recent study in the Annals of Internal Medicine reported that 90% of men and 70% of women will eventually become overweight. And globally, the World Health Organization predicts that by 2015, there will be more than 1.5 billion overweight consumers, incurring health costs beyond $117 billion per year in the US economy alone.

“Weight loss and weight management continue to be a huge health concern and social issue for American consumers,” says Dr. Carl Hastings, Vice Chairman of the Board and Chief Scientific Officer, Reliv International. “In fact, Americans’ weight concerns are causing serious problems to the present and future health of this country and because of this, Reliv has made a commitment to developing high quality, scientifically-supported products that will effectively address this need. Our scientists have integrated the latest nutrition research into products that are scientifically advanced, nutritionally complete and synergistically balanced to optimize potency and effectiveness,” says Hastings. “And formulating with quality, scientifically-proven ingredients like 7-Keto only furthers our commitment to offering consumers the best products available.”

“Reliv International is a strong partner for us and it’s exciting to work with a progressive company that can take 7-Keto in new directions,” says Scott Steil, VP of Sales & Marketing, Humanetics Corporation. “Working with companies like Reliv, that use solid science to drive their product development process, ultimately provides consumers with a safe, efficacious product that will help them achieve their goals. This gives Humanetics an excellent opportunity to showcase the metabolism-boosting, fat-burning properties of 7-Keto in a breakthrough formula like the Slimplicity Accelerator,” says Steil.

Reliv International Announces Promotions

NPI Center | 4/13/2007

Ryan A. Montgomery, 33, was promoted to executive vice president, worldwide sales, and Steven G. Hastings, 41, was named senior vice president, North American sales. Both previously were vice president, sales, for Reliv.

"These promotions recognize outstanding performance by Ryan and Steve and ensure that these executives will continue to provide invaluable leadership to Reliv for years to come," said Robert L. Montgomery, chairman, chief executive officer and president.

As Executive Vice President, Worldwide Sales, Ryan Montgomery will have overall responsibility for Reliv's overall sales function. From 1999 to 2004, he served as corporate counsel to Reliv. He earned a bachelor's degree from Vanderbilt University and his law degree from St. Louis University. He is the son of Robert Montgomery.

Reliv Makes Executive Promotions

St. Louis Business Journal | 4/6/2007

R. Scott Montgomery, 37, was named Reliv's chief operating officer. He previously was senior vice president of worldwide operations.

Ryan Montgomery, 33, was named executive vice president of worldwide sales. He previously served as the firm's vice president of sales and had been corporate counsel from September 1999 to October 2004.

According to the Securities and Exchange Commission filing, Reliv's board also appointed Carl Hastings, 65, as vice chairman and chief scientific officer. Previously, he held the position of vice president of the company.

Reliv Int. Retail Sales Top $30 Million

PR-Inside.com | 3/15/2007

In achieving this milestone, more than 50 top-level Reliv distributorships qualified for an incentive trip to Germany later this year.

For Reliv, retail sales represent the gross sales before distributor allowances. Distributor allowances refer to discounts ranging from 20 percent to 40 percent of the suggested retail price, depending on distributor rank.

Reliv International Named in Top 100 List

PR Newswire | 3/7/2007

CHESTERFIELD, Mo., March 5 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- DeMarche Associates, Inc., has named Reliv International, Inc. (Nasdaq: RELV) one of America's 100 Best Companies for Shareholder Value. DeMarche, an investment consulting company based in Overland Park, Kan., also named Reliv to its 100 Most Improved Companies in the United States. The operating performance of each of the listed companies places them in the top 3 percent of all major U.S. corporations, according to DeMarche. The lists are categorized by industry. "This recognition reflects the achievements of our loyal distributors and dedicated employees," said Senior Vice President of Worldwide Operations, R. Scott Montgomery. "We're pleased that Reliv continues to catch the attention of leading, cutting-edge companies such as DeMarche Associates," he added. The 100 Best Companies list "recognizes the highly successful management of growth and risk factors to attain consistency in fundamental shareholder value," DeMarche says. Members of the 100 Most Improved Companies also have shown consistently improving corporate operating performance for the three- year period ending December 31, 2006, according to DeMarche. More information about the lists can be found at http://www.demarche.com .

Reliv International, Inc., based in suburban St. Louis, Mo., is a developer, manufacturer and marketer of a proprietary line of nutritional supplements addressing basic nutrition, specific wellness needs, weight management and sports nutrition. Reliv sells its products through an international network marketing system of approximately 65,000 independent distributors. Reliv International's common stock trades on NASDAQ under the symbol RELV. Additional information about Reliv International, Inc. can be obtained on the Web at http://www.reliv.com .

Reliv International Introduces Simplicity

Yahoo News | 2/8/2007

System includes soy, hoodia gordonii and other ingredients to promote weight loss

CHESTERFIELD, Mo., Feb. 5 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Millions of Americans struggle to lose weight year after year but even if they find success, it often is temporary because they eventually regain the weight. This year can be different.

Reliv International is introducing Slimplicity(TM), a unique weight-loss system that offers a simple, healthy plan to safely lose weight and keep it off.

Two products provide the foundation of the Slimplicity Weight Loss System. The first is a meal replacement shake providing essential nutrition and whole soybean powder. The second is the Slimplicity Accelerator capsule containing ingredients that burn fat, block fat absorption, boost metabolism or suppress appetite.

"Slimplicity is a powerful partner in weight management," says Vice President Dr. Carl W. Hastings, who heads Reliv's research and development. "Slimplicity delivers the most advanced, clinically supported weight-loss ingredients in a simple, two-product system. When combined with our recommendations for an active lifestyle and smarter eating habits, Slimplicity gives you an incredible advantage. This is the last weight-loss program you'll ever need."

Reliv Adds to Scientific Board

St Louis Business Journal | 2/6/2007

Reliv International Inc. said Tuesday that it has expanded its Scientific Advisory Board by adding two members; pharmacologist James Jamieson of St. Louis and nutraceutical expert Clare Hasler of Davis, Calif.

As a pharmacologist, Jamieson has consulted for Merck & Co., 3M and GlaxoSmithKline, among others. He has developed more that 100 pharmaceutical products, including the first acetaminophen tablet and the first non-alcohol based children's cough and cold formula, Triaminic, Reliv said in a release.

Hasler is a founding executive director of the Robert Mondavi Institute for Wine and Food Science at the University of California, Davis, and a lecturer for the Institute of Food Technologists.

Reliv Provides Free Supplements to Children

St Louis Business Journal | 11/21/2006

A charitable foundation operated by Reliv International Inc. has started providing free nutritional supplements to undernourished children in Mexico, the company said Monday.

R. Scott Montgomery, president of the Reliv Kalogris Foundation and senior vice president of worldwide operations for Reliv International, said in a statement that initially more than 800 children are receiving the free nutritional supplements every day at locations outside Mexico City, Monterey and Chiapas, Mexico.

Worldwide, the Reliv Foundation donates supplements to about 15,000 under-nourished children in eight countries, including Mexico, according to a release. The other countries are the United States, the Philippines, Myanmar (Burma), Sri Lanka, Cambodia, Haiti and South Africa.

The children receive daily shakes made by combining two powdered formulas, Reliv Now for Kids and Reliv Delight, with water. Reliv Now for Kids provides an optimal level of nutrients for children, and Reliv Delight contains many of the nutrients of milk, plus additional vitamins and minerals, the release said.

Reliv International Makes Forbes 200 List

Forbes | 10/17/2006

Chesterfield, Mo.-based Reliv International Inc. (Nasdaq: RELV) moved up this year to the No. 14 spot from a ranking of 43rd in 2005. This marks the second consecutive year the manufacturer and distributor of nutritional supplements, food products and skin care products has made the list.

Reliv International Resumes Stock Repurchase

Yahoo Finance | 8/27/2006

CHESTERFIELD, Mo., Aug. 23 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Reliv International, Inc., (Nasdaq: RELV - News), a developer, manufacturer and marketer of proprietary nutritional supplements, today said it has resumed activity in its share repurchase program.

In announcing the resumption, Robert L. Montgomery, chairman, president and CEO of Reliv, stated, "Current market conditions have made repurchase by Reliv of its common stock an attractive use of funds at this time."

In March 2005, the Board of Directors approved a share repurchase plan of up to $15 million over the next 36 months. To date, Reliv has purchased 433,000 shares of common stock under the plan and had approximately $10.7 million still available.

Reliv International Trades Down on Weak Results

Npros.com | 8/20/2006

Reliv International Conference Draws 6000 to St Louis

Reliv International | 8/4/2006

Company Announces Its 2006 President's Team Members Along with a New 'Mega-Bonus' Program for 2007

CHESTERFIELD, Mo., Aug. 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Reliv International, Inc. (Nasdaq: RELV - News), a developer, manufacturer and marketer of a proprietary line of nutritional supplements addressing basic nutrition, specific wellness needs, weight management and sports nutrition, today said its 18th annual international conference was a major success, drawing nearly 6,000 people last week in St. Louis, Mo. The conference, which ran from July 27 to July 29, drew experienced Reliv distributors as well as people considering becoming distributors.

Parents Can Set Hours-Income

The Ledger | 7/10/2006

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Reliv International Among Fastest Growing Companies

http://www.bizjournals.com/stlouis/stories/2006/06/26/daily13.html | 6/28/2006

LaBarge Inc., Talx Corp. and Reliv International Inc. are among the 100 fastest-growing small companies in America, according to Fortune Small Business magazine...

...In determining the top 100, Fortune used the financial research firm Zacks to rank public companies with revenue of less than $200 million and a stock price of more than $1, based on their three-year growth in earnings, revenue and performance. Fortune said that banks and real estate firms were excluded, because they overrun the list...

Reliv, with 2005 revenue of $113.6 million, recorded an average three-year revenue growth of 23.5 percent, according to Fortune's list.

Reliv International Names New National Sales Manager

RTT News | 6/19/2006

(RTTNews) - On Monday, Reliv International Inc. (RELV | charts | news | PowerRating) said it has appointed Julie Sullivan as national sales manager for its UK and Ireland operations. Sullivan will help Reliv independent distributors in those countries build their businesses.

Julie Sullivan began her career as a direct-sales consultant, building several multi-million pound businesses through leadership development, sponsoring and sales. Sullivan led another network marketing organization to a six-fold increase in sales during her tenure.

Reliv International Declares Dividend

Yahoo Finance | 5/8/2006

CHESTERFIELD, Mo., May 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Reliv International, Inc. (Nasdaq: RELV - News), a developer, manufacturer and marketer of a proprietary line of nutritional supplements addressing basic nutrition, specific wellness needs, weight management and sports nutrition, today announced that the Board of Directors has declared a dividend of Five Cents ($0.05) per share to all holders of record as of May 15, 2006, to be paid on or about May 25, 2006.

"In 2004, our Board of Directors adopted a dividend program to make regular distributions to our shareholders," reported Robert L. Montgomery, Chief Executive Officer of Reliv. "The intent of the program is to distribute a portion of Reliv's income to our shareholders on a semi-annual basis. On the basis of our recent results, we are pleased to declare this dividend."

Reliv International Initiated with Buy Rating

newratings.com | 4/27/2006

NEW YORK, April 26 (newratings.com) - Analyst Scott Van Winkle of Canaccord Adams initiates coverage of Reliv’ International Inc (RELV.NAS) with a "buy" rating. The 12-month target price is set to $16.

In a research note published yesterday, the analyst mentions that the company is expected to report its 1Q EPS, scheduled to be announced in early May, at $0.14, in-line with the consensus. Reliv’ International is likely to be able to achieve more than 100bps in operating margin expansion per year and generate 10%-15% revenue growth and 20% EPS growth annually going ahead, the analyst says.

Reliv International Stock Offering

TradingMarkets.com | 4/20/2006

Wednesday evening, Reliv' International Inc. a nutritional supplements manufacturer, revealed that it had priced its public offering of 2 million shares of the company's common stock at $11.25 per share. The company intends to use the proceeds from the offering for debt repayment and for general corporate purposes.

Reliv' International stated that the sale includes 1.20 million shares offered by the company and 0.80 million shares offered by certain shareholders. Further, the company said that to cover any over-allotment, the underwriters have been granted a 30-day option to purchase up to 0.30 million shares from certain shareholders. The offering is expected to close on April 11, 2006.