Interesting...The AHA has 'endorsed' this product

Not All Nutrition Drinks are Created Equal: Health Experts Caution to Watch Out for Hidden Sugars, Fat, and Calories Nutrient-rich beverages are gaining popularity among consumers as a convenient way to help stay healthy. ZOIC Nutrition Drink is scientifically formulated with a complete performance protein that balances out the best nutritional benefits and is proven to boost energy, build lean muscle, speed recovery after exercise, and maintain a strong immune system. ZOIC offers a complete and affordable option for everyone concerned about proper nutrition and healthy weight management. ZOIC is the first product of its kind certified by the American Heart Association. Altamonte Springs, FL (PRWEB) December 8, 2008 -- The nutrition beverage market is booming as people of all ages turn to nutrient enhanced drinks to help fuel a healthy lifestyle, but the benefits often may be more hyped than healthy. Health experts across the country are urging consumers to read the label and look out for hidden sugars, fat, and calories in these drinks. Nutrient-rich beverages are gaining popularity among consumers as a convenient way to boost energy, endurance, and overall health. "Healthy people are taking heed of the recent scientific studies that recommend an increase in protein and a decrease in high carbohydrate and high sugar foods to support a healthy lifestyle," says Harvard physician Dr. Marcus Elliott, MD, who works with world-class athletes from the NFL, NBA, and MLB. Dr. Elliott says most adults need to concentrate on getting more high quality protein in their daily diets. "Because the body can't store protein for future needs, as it does carbohydrates, it's important to eat protein at regular intervals. High protein nutritional beverages can play an important role in managing a healthier lifestyle -- whether you're an elite athlete, or a casual exerciser trying to maintain your weight with smart eating and physical activity," says Dr. Elliott. "The issue is that too many people aren't aware that many of the nutritional drinks on the market are loaded with hidden sugars, fat, and calories." Dr. Elliott is part of a team of health & science professionals behind ZOIC, an advanced nutrition drink hitting store shelves across the country later this month. ZOIC -- meaning "pertaining to life" -- was created to satisfy increasing consumer demand for healthy and convenient nutritional products. ZOIC is different from most other nutritional beverages that are laden with high calories, high-fructose corn syrup, added sugars, or high fat content. ZOIC is specially formulated to provide an optimal mix of 21 grams of high-quality proteins, 26 vitamins and minerals, antioxidants, and healthy dietary fiber. Each serving of ZOIC has only 110 calories, 2 net grams of carbohydrates with no sugar added, and is 99 percent fat free. ZOIC's nutrient composition makes it ideal for general nutrition, healthy weight management, and exercise and fitness regimens. "Other nutritional beverages may not offer the complete package of nutrients and high-quality protein that ZOIC provides," adds Dr. Elliott. "ZOIC is an ideal solution for those looking to maintain healthy blood sugar levels and watch their glycemic index." ZOIC is scientifically formulated with a complete performance protein that balances out the best nutritional benefits and is proven to boost energy, build lean muscle, speed recovery after exercise, and maintain a strong immune system. "While the efficacy of our products is our paramount concern, we also recognize that it is critically important that they be affordable, especially in light of our current economy," said John Serieka, Solis Brands' President and Chief Marketing Officer. "Obviously everyone is being very discerning about where and how to spend their dollars, but no one wants to neglect their health and well being. ZOIC offers a complete and affordable option for everyone concerned about proper nutrition and healthy weight management. ZOIC contains only the finest and highest quality ingredients and is a terrific consumer value when compared to other competitive products." AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION CERTIFIES ZOIC As an indicator of ZOIC's nutritional quality, the American Heart Association (AHA) has certified the product. It displays the heart-check mark because it meets the organization's criteria for saturated fat and cholesterol for healthy people over age 2. ZOIC is also qualified under the US FDA Heart Health Claim "With all the messages in grocery stores, from sales fliers to promotions on food packages, consumers are bombarded with information. The simple heart-check mark from the American Heart Association makes it easy for them to cut through the clutter and reliably find the nutritious foods they're looking for," said American Heart Association spokesperson, Penny Kris-Etherton, R.D., Ph.D., professor of nutrition at Pennsylvania State University. CONSUMERS DEMAND CREDIBLE NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTS ZOIC was initially available only through hospitals and health institutions, but now is being distributed to grocery, drug, convenience and mass merchant stores across the country. ZOIC is USDA inspected as "true to content", and is also Union Orthodox Kosher Certified -- an independent verification of quality, integrity & purity. ZOIC is available in French Vanilla and Belgian Chocolate flavors and is sold in 4-packs at an MSRP of $5.99 in the Adult Nutrition and/or Weight Management section of most major retailers nationwide. For more information, please visit: www.zoicbev.com