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Health Hero Spotlight - Patricia Mendoza

2011-09-28T14:16:00.000-07:00

We are excited to share our new Health Hero Spotlight featuring Patricia Mendoza! She is a registered dietician currently working on “The Century Health Study.”

I had a wonderful time speaking with Patricia about how she incorporates the Extend snacks into her research and how her patients truly benefit from exercise, a balanced diet, and the use of Extend snacks, even when given strict dietary guidelines.

Tell me about yourself and your career

I graduated in 2002 from the University of Houston with a Bachelors in Nutrition. Then, I completed the Dietetic Internship and Graduate School at Sam Houston State University in 2004. While in college, I started working at Baylor College of Medicine, primarily in Medical Transcription for the Pulmonary Pathology Department. Then, I transferred to the Department of Pediatrics at the USDA-ARS Children’s Nutrition Research Center and started working with Principle Investigators focused on Pediatric Behavioral Nutrition Studies. After I finished Grad School and became a Registered Dietitian, I stayed at Baylor-CNRC coordinating research studies until 2008. At that time, I was hired at UT Medical School (Weatherhead P.E.T Center for Preventing and Reversing Atherosclerosis) because they were in the process of developing a protocol for a large Clinical Trial that looks at lifestyle changes to prevent or reverse Heart Disease.

When did you first become interested in nutrition? What made you decide to make a career out of it?
I always knew I wanted to do something in the medical field. When I started college, I was a Biology major but I had lost interest in school. I had never heard of a degree in Nutrition until I spoke with a school counselor at the end of my sophomore year and changed my major to Nutrition. Once I started taking the Nutrition classes, I knew this was the field I wanted to pursue. I learned how food tied into how you feel and it just made sense!

What types of patients do you work most frequently with? How often do you council diabetics?
I mostly see Research Patients over the age of 40 who either have documented heart disease (have had heart attack, stent, bypass, documented blockage by cath) or those people who have multiple risk factors for heart disease (diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, family history of heart disease, smokers). I would say 80-90% of my patients are either diabetic or have family history of diabetes.

If you could give newly diagnosed diabetics one piece of advice what would that be and why?
In order to maintain a healthy lifestyle, the key is moderation. Most people don’t understand that concept though. My one piece of advice would be to pay attention to the larger picture of what they eat. Most patients will start discussing the food they eat and they have a long list of items that they only eat “once per week” or “twice per month”. It’s a real eye opener when you take out a monthly calendar and plot all these food items in different days of the week. All these “once per week” foods add up and can really make it difficult to reach goals.

What is the most common myth you hear about diabetes from patients and what do you tell them to debunk the myth?
The most common myth about diabetes would have to be that “as long as it’s sugar-free I can have it”. We just have to remind patients that just because it’s sugar free doesn’t mean it’s calorie free or carbohydrate free. We commonly review food labels with the patients to help them make the best choices. We also compare their food intake patterns and the types of food they eat to their blood sugar logs. We review their eating patterns and have them think about their hunger and fullness cues.

What is the most common nutritional myth you hear from patients?
The common nutritional myths are probably more “wishful thinking”. Patients want to believe in the latest fad diet or latest supplement that came out that will help them lose a large amount of weight without diet and exercise. Patients want to believe in that mythical “magic bullet”. Unfortunately it’s not so easy. Staying healthy is hard work and takes effort. Diet and exercise are the only ways patients are going to be able to lose the weight and keep it off.

When did you first learn about ExtendSnacks and how are you currently recommending them?
Our staff is always bringing in new products and we conduct “taste tests” to see if we should recommend to patients. One of our staff members (who is diabetic) heard about Extend Bars and brought some in. Primarily, we were impressed with the taste. Our patients come in fasting for some of their visits and after we draw blood, we give them a snack. We purchase Extend Bars to hand out as snacks to all patients – whether they were diabetic or not. The feedback from the patients was positive and many started asking where they could buy them. We now have Extend Bars listed on our Grocery Shopping list and have coupons available in our diet consult rooms. Extend bars tend to be a perfect solution for our patients who are not used to consuming breakfast or don’t like to eat a lot in the morning. We also suggest patients keep them available at work in case they feel they need a snack during the day (as opposed to going to a vending machine).

Do you have a success story about a patient using ExtendSnacks that you would like to share?
Many of our patients are having success and Extend Bars are definitely a part when combined with other healthy diet choices and exercise. I have several patients who use Extend Bars and state that they have better control of their hunger and blood sugar since adding them to their diet. They turn in food diaries for analysis and it’s pretty common to see patients meet their goals when they have Extend Bars listed. A few of our patients are utilizing the automatic shipment program available and it helps them make sure they always have a healthy snack available. I’ve also had a couple patients who have been able to decrease their dosage of glucose medications because their blood sugar is better controlled now.

What do you think you have learned most from your patients that you utilize when doing consultations other patients?
I’ve learned that you can’t change everything at once. It becomes overwhelming for some patients so we try not to discourage them by doing too much at once. We try to only set smaller goals – pick 2-3 things that the patient should modify first. Once they get used to those 2-3 changes, then we look at what they feel comfortable changing next. Change is hard. We try to encourage slowly changing things so that it can be maintained. At times there will be set backs – and I’ve learned that patients really just need some encouragement and support to know that they can do it.

Tell me a little bit about the research you are currently working on.
Enrollment for The Century Health Study started in February of 2009 and we will be enrolling patients for the next few years until we reach 1300 patients. Patients are enrolled for 5 years and we follow them in addition to their cardiologist (they do not change doctors). At each patient visit, they see a nurse, dietitian and a physician. We evaluate their diet and labs, educate them on what their labs mean, encourage lifestyle changes and set short-term and long-term goals. Progress is monitored by stress tests and P.E.T scans over the course of their enrollment in the study and we send reports to their regular physicians.

What is the most rewarding aspect of your career?
The most rewarding part of my career is when patients realize that they have met their goals – whether it’s meeting a weight goal, improving their lipid panel or having better control of their blood sugar. To see how happy they are after all their hard work and efforts paid off – it’s a great feeling!

Do you know of a colleague who deserves to be in our professional spotlight or do you have an inspirational story you would like to share with us? Email Alexandra to learn about how to be featured as our next Health Hero!

Health Hero Spotlight - Stephania Edwards

2011-08-29T06:25:00.000-07:00

We are excited to share our new Health Hero Spotlight featuring Stephania Edwards! She is a registered nurse and a certified diabetes educator with type 1 diabetes. I had a wonderful time talking with Stephanie about her passion for taking care of others as well as her personal experiences with type 1 diabetes.

How/Why did you first become interested in being a nurse?
I have always had a passion for helping people. Even as a kid it was one of my inclinations. I loved to play doctor! I continued helping people through my teenage years as a candy striper. When I saw what the nurses did and how they interacted with the patients I became very interested in starting a career as a nurse!

What inspired you to become a diabetes educator as well?I have type one diabetes and growing up I experienced all of the struggles that other people with diabetes have. For this reason, I can relate to my patients and feel as though they are comfortable opening up to me.

As a diabetes educator do you teach classes and participate in one on one consultations? Tell us a little bit about your way of educating! What do you think helps patients succeed the most?
I do a lot of one on one consultations in the hospital and then when the patients are discharged I follow up with them to make sure they have the support they need. I also participate in monthly classes for newly diagnosed patients where we teach them about nutrition and other aspects of managing diabetes. I share my history to encourage them they CAN manage their diabetes. I especially like to alleviate any fears and myths they may have heard about diabetes. Some of the myths I hear are the patients think they are going to lose their limbs or that diabetes is a death sentence which is not true.

Besides focusing on diabetes what other areas, if any, do you specialize in?
I mainly focus on diabetic and bariatric patients. I like to recommend the Extend Snacks to both groups of patients!

If you had one piece of advice for all diabetics what would that be and why?
My one piece of advice would be to tell the patients to live life and to not let having diabetes discourage them from anything they may want to achieve in life.

How did you first learn about Extend Snacks and what attracted you to utilize them with your patients?
I saw them at a grocery store and decided to try them out to manage my blood sugar and weight. I was then able to eat good snacks without the snacks greatly impacting my blood sugar! Based on my success, I then started recommending the product for my patients.

What is the most popular snack flavor/format your patients like? What’s your favorite for yourself?
A lot of my patients talk about the Extend Peanut Butter Crunch Bar and the Extend Vanilla Shakes. My favorite is the Extend Mixed Berry Bar!

Do you have a specific Extend Snacks success story you would like to share with us?
I have heard a lot of the bariatric patients say they now eat a breakfast, an Extend Bar or an Extend Shake. Sometimes patients don’t always eat breakfast when they should and grabbing a bar makes a pretty quick and easy breakfast!

What aspect of your career do you enjoy most?
I enjoy my day to day interactions with the patients most. I like to give them comfort and share my personal experiences to let them know that they can manage their diabetes!

What would you like to see in healthcare in the future to have more effective diabetes education?
In the future I would like to see healthcare cost in general go down. I would like healthcare to be more accessible to patients of a lower economic status. I would like to see patients have better coverage for diabetes education classes so that patients would be more willing to attend classes without worrying about the cost so much.

Do you know of a colleague who deserves to be in our professional spotlight or do you have an inspirational story you would like to share with us? Email Alexandra at asantacroce@extendsnacks.com to learn about how to be featured as our next Health Hero!

Health Hero Spotlight - Brooke Benlifer

2011-07-27T11:00:00.000-07:00

We are excited to share our new Health Hero Spotlight featuring Brooke Benlifer! It was such a pleasure getting to know her and discussing our common passions for running as well as food and wellness. Brooke is a registered dietician, freelance writer, local and long distance nutrition coach, and nutrition expert in media. She has written for Men’s Fitness, Mandy Ingber, (Jennifer Aniston’s trainer), and Dr. Andrew Weil. Brooke has also appeared on Fox and CBS news.

How/Why did you first become interested in nutrition?

In ninth grade honors biology class, I completed a yearlong project on changing nutrition theories. I was always interested in medicine, anatomy & physiology and that year became more educated about fitness. I was running cross country and track and realized that health is a combination of fitness, nutrition and lifestyle. Total wellness is the focus of my practice.

What is your overall nutrition philosophy?

Celebrate food! I love food and I believe it should taste good. I enjoy creating meals from simple, whole foods such as fruits, veggies, grains, proteins, nuts, seeds and oils. I advise people to let food be their medicine, at least to some extent, rather than overusing an endless array of supplements.

What are some of your specialty areas?

Emotional Eating, Glycemic Control, Endocrine Disorders, Cardiac Health, On- the-Go Nutrition, Anti-Inflammatory Diet, Sports Nutrition, Corporate Wellness & Flat Abs Foods are some areas of expertise. I do one-on-one personalized grocery shopping, and am a personal chef for some of my clients. I love to help people prepare quick, easy meals and am currently working on a cookbook.

What is your advice for newly diagnosed Diabetics?

I would say to relax as much as possible, as stress can exacerbate blood sugar issues. In general, the more whole foods with a naturally low glycemic load that one eats, the more blood sugar levels will be controlled. Don’t be afraid of fats such as coconut, olive, canola and flax oils, avocado, nuts and seeds, and fatty fish. Incorporating good fats (and whole grains) into your diet can be liberating and an asset!

What is the most common myth about diabetes you hear from patients?

The most common myth about diabetes I hear would have to be that consuming sugar makes a person diabetic. “Type 1 diabetes is caused by genetic and unknown factors that trigger the onset of the disease. Type 2 diabetes is caused by genetics and lifestyle and factors. Being overweight does increase your risk for developing type 2 diabetes, and a diet high in calories whether from sugar or from fat, can contribute to weight gain. If you have a history of diabetes in your family, eating a healthy meal plan and regular exercise are recommended to manage your weight.” (American Diabetes Association)

What is the most common myth about nutrition that you hear?

The most common myth about nutrition I hear is that if you eat after a certain time in the evening, the calories will be stored as fat. In reality, the body can’t tell time in the sense of its utilization of food for energy. If you eat at night, your body will be able to tap into unused energy the next day to fuel activity and metabolic processes. The issue with eating late at night is more about the choices people make--tending to consume less healthy meals in the late evening. If you’re hungry, the best choice is to opt for a healthy snack versus empty calories.

How did you learn about Extend Snacks and how are you currently recommending them?

I heard about Extend Snacks when I was studying resistant starches. I am constantly studying, reading, and doing research. I love learning about new food items on the shelves and write many product reviews. Many of my clients tell me that they always feel hungry and Extend products can often be recommend for these people. The shakes are really filling and can be added to oatmeal or a smoothie.

What is the most popular snack flavor/format your patients like? What’s your favorite for yourself?

Some people love crispy things, others enjoy shakes; still others prefer bars. My favorite Extend Snacks are the vanilla and chocolate ExtendShakes. I recommend the shakes in terms of satiety. The more water and air in a given food or meal, the more filling it tends to be. Smoothies incorporate air and water content needed to help people feel full. A bar may be a better choice for people on-the-go. Bars can even be stashed in the glove compartment. I recommend always having a snack with you if you're out and about for several hours, so you’re not caught empty handed and feeling ravenous. At that point, almost ANY food looks appealing!

Tell us a little bit about your freelance writing?

I have done freelance writing for Men’s Fitness and Dr. Andrew Weil, MD's website, www.drweil.com. I write product reviews for food companies and fitness DVDs, including Gorgeous Core, by Suzanne Bowen, and Yogalosophy, by Mandy Ingber (Jennifer Anniston’s Trainer). I serve on the SENSA Advisory Panel and do segments for Fox 5 News in San Diego. I also collaborate with Metromint water.

What is the most rewarding aspect of your career?

I absolutely love seeing people feel better as a result of dietary changes. I especially enjoy when I see people utilize the information I have given them and it contributes to their overall good health. Working in media (TV, print, fit modeling) and being hands on (vs a desk job) allows me to be very creative and utilize my knowledge to positively impact others.

To learn more about Brooke Benlifer go to the links below:

www.brookejoannanutrition.com

http://www.fox5sandiego.com/videobeta/ebfce9b8-2717-4cad-8e3a-d9a56171a797/News/Volumetrics-Weight-Control-Plan

http://www.sheerbalance.com/review/yogalosophy-a-challenging-workout-at-home/

http://www.sheerbalance.com/nutrition/6-ways-to-take-the-hype-out-of-your-water/

Do you know of a colleague who deserves to be in our professional spotlight or do you have an inspirational story you would like to share with us? Email Alexandra at asantacroce@extendsnacks.com to learn about how to be featured as our next Health Hero!

Diabetes drugs pulled from market

2011-05-20T08:57:00.000-07:00

http://blogs.webmd.com/breaking-news/2011/05/diabetes-drugs-avandia-avandamet-and-avandaryl-to-exit-retail-pharmacies.html?ecd=wnl_dia_051911

Special Walgreens Offer!

2011-05-03T10:37:00.000-07:00

1,400 Walgreens in the United States are currently offering daily testing for total cholesterol, blood glucose and A1C levels. Click on the link below for more information and find a Walgreens near you!

Also, don't don't forget to pick up your ExtendSnacks as they are located in the diabetes section in Walgreens!

http://drugstorenews.com/article/walgreens-offer-daily-testing-cholesterol-blood-glucose-and-a1c

ExtendSnacks Health Hero Spotlight

2011-03-24T13:56:00.000-07:00

ExtendSnacks’ Health Hero:

Nicole Harrison
Founder, “Get Down, Get Down”
Author, HourGlassHonesty Blog

Greetings from the ExtendSnacks team!

It is my pleasure to introduce ExtendSnacks’ latest Health Hero, Nicole Harrison.

Recently, she took time out of her day to meet with Kensey and me to share her heartwarming and inspirational story. Nicole (pictured below) is a great role model and a shining example for people who have struggled with weight loss and/or diabetes. I hope you enjoy learning more about her journey!

Q: How did your incredible weight-loss journey begin?

NH: I’ve always been considered overweight since age 10, ranging from 150-200 lbs, maxed out at 401 lbs. I had a major car accident in 2007, and that was when the world as I knew it, unraveled.

I was immobilized; bed reddened for 6 months, and ballooned up to 401 lbs. My main concern was 2 things: what will people bring me to eat, and who would see me in my real world.

Depression set in, the negative feelings of why me, and why did I let myself get likes this. It was a hard reality to face. I had to make a decision to get worse or drastically change my life and get healthy. My doctors warned me about the strong possibility of developing heart disease and diabetes. I was also told that, because of my severe foot break and weight, I would never be able to walk again.

For two years, I researched weight loss and found lap band. It fit more in my family lifestyle and my beliefs. You have to continue to make better choices with lap band. January 20, 2009, I decided to go in. This was the same day president Obama was inaugurated. The world changed but it really changed for me!

Q: At what point did you start using your success to help others?

NH: People kept telling me how knowledgeable I was and how I should be sharing this! I didn’t think there was a need being met- not to take away from the doctors, dietitians, gym teachers etc, they give you those resources as well. However, people also need continuous support when dealing with real life. This lifestyle is essential for long-term success and support is KEY. That’s when I started to make a platform to motivate others and say ‘you can do it.’ I decided to start a support group called “Get Down, Get Down.”

Q: We hear you’ve helped a lot of people through your group “Get Down, Get Down”, how do you do it?

NH: It’s funny when people ask where I get the time to do this group?! I say all I’m really doing is what I do in my life anyway- just now including others. Other people have the same desire and need to be healthy. For every me, there’s a whole lot more out there.

Not everyone can get on the biggest loser. And some people just need to lose just 20 or 30 lbs. Everyone’s goal can be different, but I know they all need support too! I just want to connect these people with each other through the Get Down, Get Down and my blog Hourglasshonesty.

Q: What have you been doing to help make your group a success?

NH: First, I don’t’ use the word diet; I use the word eating plan! You can adjust and change an eating plan, versus with a diet people feel restricted as to what they can and cannot eat. I don’t ever want people to feel like they can’t eat their favorite foods, just enjoy them in moderation.

Q: How did you learn about ExtendSnacks?

NH: I came across ExtendBar at Walgreens and the “9 hours of glucose control” message on the bottom shelf caught my eye. After I read the box, I thought, I finally found it! Out of necessity, I was looking for something to help both my diabetic mother and a support group member who is insulin resistant and reverting back to her old lifestyle where she was addicted to sweets and sugars.

Q: How are you using ExtendSnacks in your daily life?

NH: I maintain a balanced diet that includes two healthy snacks that are a low carb, high protein, and control hunger. I couldn’t find that all in one with anything else and when I further researched how ExtendSnacks work with the slow burning carbohydrates, I found out how beneficial they are. I’ve incorporated them as a daily part of my lifestyle and eating program.

Q: What have your group members said about ExtendSnacks?

NH: Well, taste is really the true test, and when the group members tasted, they absolutely loved it! I did an initial survey with my group members, here’s what they said:

“Wow!”
"Can we really eat this?!”
“I’m hooked.”
“I could eat these all day.”

Q: How do you teach others to utilize ExtendSnacks in their daily lives?

NH: I teach others how to use extend throughout the day to curb hunger, manage diabetes, feel full and sustain energy. I tell my group that ExtendSnacks are the only products that have extended glucose control and no other product can do this for them. Anyone can use ExtendSnacks and make it work. For example: If you have cravings at night, reach for an ExtendSnack.

One of my support group members said now, she won’t grab for anything else at night except ExtendSnacks. I tell my group members to be prepared and stay in control! Bring your ExtendSnacks everywhere, have them in your cars, in your purse, at work, and anywhere else you may feel you need them!

Q: What is your favorite ExtendSnack?

NH: My favorite-favorite is a bag of White Cheddar ExtendCrisps! I love the Peanut Butter Chocolate Delight Bar too!

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As you can see, Nicole is on a mission to encourage others to live a healthier, happier lifestyle! It was a delight meeting her and hearing her incredible story. We’re very glad to work with such great people.

Check back soon for more wonderful health heroes.

If you are interested in being featured as a health hero or would like to nominate a health hero, please send an email to: asantacroce@extendsnacks.com.

Thank you!
Alexandra Santacroce
HealthCare Program Coordinator

NEW: ExtendDrizzles are now on sale!

2011-03-07T12:43:00.000-08:00

New, ExtendDrizzles are now on sale at www.extendsnacks.com/ !

Imagine... a sinfully delicious way to help manage blood sugar for up to 9 hours...

Introducing... Caramel Bliss and Chocolate Dream ExtendDrizzles.

Indulge yourself with the taste of rich, dreamy chocolate or creamy, sweet caramel, drizzled over crunchy, delightful crisps.

New ExtendDrizzles are the guilt-free way to satisfy your deepest cravings for sweets while controlling your blood sugar for up to 9 hours!

These tantalizingly sweet Drizzles are packaged in individual servings, so you get just the right amount to help keep your blood sugar stable for up to 9 hours!

Each bag has only 130 calories and:

• No Added Sugar
• High in Protein and a Good Source of Fiber
• Only 6g Net Carbs
• Cholesterol-Free and No Trans-Fats
• Low Glycemic Index and Low Glycemic Load

Check the ExtendSnacks Facebook Page for more details. Or email info@extendsnacks.com.

February is Heart Month

2011-02-09T15:52:00.000-08:00

ST. LOUIS, MO: February is Heart Month, so be good to your heart - with ExtendSnacks!

You may already know that ExtendSnacks are great for controlling blood sugar, but did you know that they are just as good for your heart?

ExtendSnacks have the nutrition recommended for heart health:

• Low in fat and saturated fat
• 0g Trans fat
• Good source of fiber
• Loaded with soy protein
• Cholesterol free

According to the American Heart Association®...

"Diabetes is a major risk factor for stroke and coronary heart disease, which includes heart attack. People with diabetes may avoid or delay heart and blood vessel disease by controlling other risk factors."

"It's especially important to control weight and blood cholesterol with a low-saturated-fat, low-cholesterol diet and regular exercise."

ExtendSnacks may help you lower your risk factors day after day: they are easy to keep on hand, tasty to snack on, and provide the nutrition that leading professionals recommend for both blood sugar control and heart health.

Soy Protein and Your Heart

Diets low in saturated fat and cholesterol that include 25 grams of soy protein a day may reduce the risk of heart disease.

ExtendSnacks are packed with soy protein. One serving of ExtendBar Delight has 11-12 grams of protein, one serving of ExtendCrisps has 7-8 grams, and one ExtendShake has 15 grams of protein.

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ExtendSnacks are manufactured and marketed by Clinical Products, LLC, headquartered in St. Louis, MO. ExtendSnacks™, holder of 17 world-wide patents, are the only snacks clinically proven to help stabilize blood sugar for up to 9 hours, to help control hunger, manage diabetes and provide long-lasting energy.

The ExtendSnacks line of products includes ExtendBars (5 flavors), ExtendCrisps (5 flavors) and ExtendShakes (3 flavors). The ExtendSnacks formula was invented by Dr. Francine Kaufman, former president of the American Diabetes Association; world renowned endocrinologist; and author of the groundbreaking book Diabesity. The continued mission of Clinical Products is to create great-tasting, convenient food products that promote healthy blood sugar management.

If you’d like more information about this topic, how ExtendSnacks work, or to schedule an interview, please contact Jonathan Lindberg, (314) 336-0587 x 327 or jlindberg_at_extendbar.com.

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No matter how you spell it - Extend Snacks, Extend Bars, Extend Crisps, Extend Shakes or ExtendSnacks, ExtendBars, ExtendCrisps, and ExtendShakes - they are made with the only formula clinically proven to help control blood sugar for up to 9 hours.

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Source: Quote from the American Heart Association comes from the page "Diabetes Mellitus" . No endorsement of the Extend Snacks product line is implied. We provide this educational information as a service to our customers and the online community. Thanks!

Happy New Year 2011!

2011-01-03T18:06:00.000-08:00

ST. LOUIS, MO- Happy New Year 2011! Now, it’s time for those all-too-familiar resolutions...

Lose Weight. Get active. Eat healthy. Time and again you've tried to stick to them, and then life interferes. But 2011 can be different. In 2011, you can snack smarter, save money, and get unparalleled support to reach your goals – all with ExtendSnacks.

Resolve to stay on track with ExtendSnacks!

You’d be amazed at the incredible results of customers who use ExtendSnacks as part of their daily life. People have hit their weight loss goals, some have even lost over 100 pounds! Others have improved their blood sugar control and lowered their A1C by 2 full points!

These results are no accident. Improving health is easier with ExtendSnacks because Dr. Francine Kaufman invented the patented formula which is clinically proven to help stabilize blood sugar for up to 9 hours. Partner with ExtendSnacks for 2011 and let us help you reach your goals in ways other snacks can't.

Lose the Weight!
By helping to stabilize blood sugar, daily consumption of ExtendSnacks helps in two important ways:
• They help prevent blood sugar from dropping too low or too quickly – curbing your hunger – safely and naturally. As a between meal snack, the ExtendSnacks’ formula has been clinically proven to reduce calories eaten at the next meal by an average of 21%.
• ExtendSnacks’ low-glycemic formula encourages your body to metabolize stored fat as energy helping you lose weight – Just the opposite of typical high glycemic foods that trigger your body to make and store fat.

Get Fit!
Getting motivated to start an exercise program is hard. Maintaining energy during your workout can be even more difficult. The ExtendSnacks patented formula provides a continuous source of energy– for up to 9 hours. The result – increased energy for physical activity, improved athletic performance, and no crash.

Eat Healthier!
ExtendSnacks are simply smarter snacks: Low Glycemic Index. Low in fat. Loaded with fiber. Packed with protein. Low in Net Carbs. Little to no sugar. No cholesterol. ExtendSnacks fit any healthy meal plan and outperform competing snacks that are loaded in fat and sugar.

ExtendSnacks in the News!

2010-12-02T13:11:00.000-08:00

ST. LOUIS, MO-

ExtendSnacks are creating a buzz with continued growth and have quickly become the leader in snack foods that help stabilize blood sugar. Only ExtendSnacks are made using Dr. Francine Kaufman's clinically proven formula that helps stabilize blood sugar for up to 9 hours. Check out the recent news on ExtendSnacks:

PARADE Magazine – Nov 21st, 2010
ExtendSnacks appear on page 11 in the “Happy, Healthy, Beautiful” section of PARADE magazine. Anyone can use ExtendSnacks to “Say Goodbye to Blood Sugar Highs and Lows” because they are clinically proven to help stabilize blood sugar for up to 9 hours - even overnight. No other snacks even comes close!

Diabetes Health - October-November 2010
ExtendSnacks were featured on page 31, opposite of the article “Diabetes and Alcohol: What You Need to Know” by Savnna Cummings, RD, LDN, CDE. What you need to know about ExtendSnacks is that we offer you the leading snacks for optimal blood sugar control – which also helps curb hunger cravings!

WebMD the Magazine – November/December 2010
Don’t miss out! ExtendSnacks appear in both the Print edition of WebMD the Magazine and the online digital edition! Check out ExtendSnacks on page 23, opposite the great story of Ricardo Mejia titled “Lost and Found”. Ricardo weighed 250 pounds as a Freshman in High School, today he’s down to 185 pounds and feeling great. Whether you’re looking to become the next weight loss success story – or just need a nutritious and delicious snack, be sure to check out ExtendSnacks. Click here to view WebMD Magazine online (free, requires registration).

Diabetic Living Magazine- Winter 2010
ExtendSnacks appear on page 113 within the Recipe Guide which helps you calculate nutrition information for counting carbs, exchanges, and serving sizes. For tasty recipes to use with ExtendSnacks simply call 1-800-887-2919 and request a Free Recipe Brochure with your next order!

Reader’s Digest - December 2010 / January 2011
ExtendSnacks are featured on page 74, opposite the article “Here’s an idea!” by Michael Ian Black. One great idea is to keep ExtendSnacks on-hand for the holidays. Stash away a bag of Crisps in your glove compartment, carry an ExtendBar in your purse, or mix up a shake to-go with our ExtendShake Blender Bottle. It’s important to keep your body well nourished, especially during the busy winter months.

Diabetes & You Magazine- Holiday 2010 / Winter 2011
The flagship publication of Walgreens featured a full page article “Snacking for Balance” written by Dr. Francine Kaufman, inventor of ExtendSnacks on page 51. In the article, Dr. Kaufman provides easy to follow tips on how to choose healthy snacks. You’ll learn both what to look for and what to avoid. There is also a $1 off coupon for use at Walgreens. Walgreens carries ExtendBars, ExtendCrisps (select locations), and ExtendShakes. Click here to read the virtual edition online now (free)!

Prevention Magazine – January 2011
Flip to the back for a valuable offer in Prevention’s Marketplace section –you’ll get the newest deal on ExtendSnacks for 2011! ExtendSnacks can help you with your weight loss goals for the new year and help keep blood sugar levels in healthy ranges. You can snack your way to better health!

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+ About ExtendSnacks +
ExtendSnacks are manufactured and marketed by Clinical Products, LLC, headquartered in St. Louis, MO. ExtendSnacks™, holder of 17 world-wide patents, are the only snacks clinically proven to help stabilize blood sugar for up to 9 hours, to help control hunger, manage diabetes and provide long-lasting energy. The ExtendSnacks line of products include ExtendBars (5 flavors), ExtendCrisps (5 flavors) and ExtendShakes (3 flavors). The ExtendSnacks formula was invented by Dr. Francine Kaufman, former president of the American Diabetes Association; world renowned endocrinologist; and author of the groundbreaking book Diabesity. The continued mission of Clinical Products is to create great-tasting, convenient food products that promote healthy blood sugar management.

If you’d like more information about this topic, how ExtendSnacks work, or to schedule an interview, please contact Jonathan Lindberg, (314) 336-0587 x 327 or jlindberg_at_extendbar.com.

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ExtendSnacks are available nationwide at the following retailers:

ExtendSnacks' Health Hero Spotlight

2010-11-11T08:33:00.001-08:00

ExtendSnacks' Health Hero:
Amber Wamhoff, MA, RD, LD, CDE
Nutrition Exchange
745 Old Frontenac Sq Ste 201
St. Louis, MO 63131
http://www.amberwamhoff.com/

About Amber: "I work with patients at my new private practice, Nutrition ExChange, and at Washington University Clinical Associates. I work with individuals who have chronic conditions such as diabetes, obesity or celiac disease. I can recommend ExtendSnacks to almost all of my patients. At the YMCA, I facilitate classes on weight management. I’ve just completed a year-long program called the BODDY study. It looked at the impact of nutrition counseling, along with psychological support, on the health of African Americans with diabetes."

Q #1) Do you have an overall nutrition philosophy? Where do you start?

AW: Many patients come to me and say “I guess you’re going to tell me what I can’t eat…” they’re surprised when the recommendations are the same as anyone else who wants to maintain good health. I tell them to avoid restrictive thinking as that will only sabotage your diet. If you think of food as something you can’t have, you will only want it more. I tell them moderation is key; I help the patient find their own individual strategy that works for them.

#2) What is your advice for the newly diagnosed?

AW: Education, education, education. I tell them to visit reputable websites such as JDRF (if type 1), ADA, DLife, Diabetes Self Management Magazine. I also tell them to seek out free programs in their communities. More education makes the patient more empowered to take care of themselves. I also tell them to find a good team that they can work with for support. Visit a Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE); once is not enough, you should see your team for updates at least annually.

#3) What is the most common myth about diabetes you hear from patients?

AW: That you can’t eat sugar. I emphasize moderation and portion control when I tell people that they can eat whatever they want within the parameters of carb counting.

#4) What is the most common myth about nutrition that you hear?

AW: Some people mistakenly think that all carbohydrates are bad and you should stay away from them. There is a lot of extreme discussion regarding carbohydrates causing inflammation, obesity and diabetes. It just becomes another restrictive diet. People think that eliminating a food group can make decisions easier, but it doesn’t work in the long run.

#5) What’s your favorite ExtendSnack?

AW: I’m on auto-ship with ExtendSnacks! I love the chocolate and vanilla shakes. With the chocolate, I add soy milk and a frozen banana and with vanilla I use soy milk and pineapple chunks, like the frozen tidbits.

#6) What’s your favorite story about ExtendSnacks?

AW: I had a patient who developed reactive hypoglycemia in her 80’s. She got cold sweats and just felt really awful for a long time. She went to her endocrinologist and then she saw me. I put her on the ExtendBar as a nighttime snack and that’s when her quality of life changed so much. She felt like she was prescribed a great medicine, but it was just half of a bar each night! It was amazing and I felt great because we helped find a solution for her. This is why ExtendSnacks are so great. They don’t cause a spike and make it even worse... I had another guy with exercise induced hypoglycemia and he found Extend to work too. He really likes the taste as well.

#7) What’s your favorite food to eat in general?

AW: Spinach. I put spinach in almost every meal. I get the organic frozen spinach from Trader Joe’s and throw that in my pastas and casseroles. I cook a lot and don’t really eat out.

#8) What is the most rewarding aspect of your career?

AW: It’s nice to work with highly motivated individuals because these are patients who seek me out. It makes lifestyle change easier because they are ready. But I have loved everything I’ve done including working in food service, nursing homes, and pediatrics. I also loved teaching cooking classes to teenage girls at the YMCA. The girls had never been exposed to cooking before!

With all of my patients, I hope we can develop a relationship and connection so that when they are ready, they come back.

Now Available at Publix!

2010-09-27T11:01:00.000-07:00

ST. LOUIS, MO - ExtendSnacks are now available at Publix!

Publix has added ExtendBar Delights and ExtendShakes to a location near you, in the Adult Nutrition section. Publix decided to carry ExtendSnacks because they are committed to helping people eat better.

ExtendSnacks are great nutritional choices:

Sugar-free and low sugar varieties
Packed with protein and loaded with fiber
Control Hunger
Avoid blood sugar highs and lows
Count on energy that lasts

Bars and Shakes now available at Publix:

Publix carries 6 items in the Adult Nutrition section where diabetes products are sold:

ExtendBar, Peanut Delight. (Item # 941089)
ExtendBar, Chocolate Delight. (Item # 941090)
ExtendBar, Peanut Butter Chocolate Delight. (Item # 941091)
ExtendShake, Chocolate. (Item # 941092)
ExtendShake, Vanilla. (Item # 941093)
ExtendShake, Strawberry. (Item # 941094)

If you can’t find ExtendSnacks at your local Publix store, please ask the store manager to help you locate them (listed above are the Publix item numbers). Or call 1-800-887-2919 and we'll be glad to assist you!

Dr. Kaufman receives Living Legend Award from Diabetes Educators

2010-08-09T12:12:00.000-07:00

ST. LOUIS, MO- Dr. Francine Kaufman, renowned endocrinologist and inventor of ExtendSnacks, has received the Living Legend Award from the American Association of Diabetes Educators (AADE).

AADE's Living Legend Award recognizes an extraordinary individual who exemplifies the proud history of diabetes education and serves as an extraordinary role model. Dr. Kaufman, this year's award winner and inventor of ExtendSnacks, has been described as a tireless advocate for patients with diabetes.

Francine Kaufman, MD, was recognized with the AADE Living Legend Award in San Antonio, TX during the AADE Annual Meeting. Dr. Kaufman is a world renowned pediatric endocrinologist and Emeritus Professor of Pediatrics at The Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California. Until last year, she was head of the Center for Diabetes, Endocrinology and Metabolism at Childrens Hospital Los Angeles, where she is still an attending physician.

Dr. Kaufman's career has been dedicated to helping people with diabetes. In 2007-2008 she filmed a Discovery Health Documentary, Diabetes: The Global Epidemic. She is a member of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases Advisory Council, a past president of the American Diabetes Association, and the developer of ExtendSnacks, nutritional snack foods designed to reduce episodes of hypoglycemia and improve glycemic control for people with diabetes. She was also instrumental in banning the sale of soda at schools in the Los Angeles Unified School District.

She wrote a popular book aimed at policy-makers and the public, Diabesity: The Obesity-Diabetes Epidemic That Threatens America - And What We Must Do to Stop It, in which she writes that the diabetes is so pervasive that it "imperils human existence as we now know it." It is among 30 books or book chapters she has published, along with 200 scientific articles.

Recently, she has chaired NIH-funded TODAY and HEALTHY trials, which seek to understand prevention and treatment of type 2 diabetes in children and adolescents.

"The HEALTHY trial was a middle school intervention to try to reduce risk factors for type 2 diabetes, and really looked at changing the environment in the school. Then the other part of the trail, TODAY, is still going on and is trying to determine best treatment strategies for type 2 diabetes in youth," Dr. Kaufman said.

She is also a principal investigator in TrialNet, a network of NIH-funded research studies looking at ways to prevent and reverse type 1 diabetes through the preservation of beta-cell function.

Dr. Kaufman said she was honored to be recognized by diabetes educators at the AADE Annual Meeting. "AADE is really critical to anybody who is practicing in the diabetes arena to ensure our patients have the best possible outcomes, so I've been very supportive of AADE, and of educators and their role," Dr. Kaufman said. "To really care for someone with diabetes you have to have a team, and the team is really made whole by diabetes educators."

Dr. Kaufman continues her work for people with diabetes on numerous projects, often serving in an advisory role. Recent projects include the launch of both ExtendShakes and ExtendCrisps, offering more tasty varieties of foods made to help stabilize blood sugar. (ExtendSnacks are available online, as well as pharmacy and retail locations nationwide.) Dr. Kaufman also currently oversees research working toward the development of an artificial pancreas.

This article is adapted from the "AADE Daily News" publication: Thursday, August 5th, 2010, page 4.

Low-Carb Pizza & Pudding Pops!

2010-07-30T11:43:00.000-07:00

ST. LOUIS, MO - Today marks the second week of #DFeast Friday; each Friday the online community is providing new recipes for healthy lifestyles or just tasty food.

This week, we are sharing 2 recipes. The first recipe is for a Low-Carb Pizza and the second recipe is for ExtendShake Pudding Pops.

Low-Carb Pizza (makes 2 personal size pizzas):

Ingredients:

2 "Low-Carb" Tortillas

6 slices of Low-fat Mozzarella Cheese

6 slices of Turkey Bacon

1 whole tomato, sliced

7-8 oz. Roasted Red Peppers (1 jar)

Olive Oil Cooking Spray

Directions:

Cook the 6 slices of bacon (microwave with paper towels is easy). Preheat oven to 400 F. Spray both sides of tortillas with olive oil cooking spray and place onto pizza/cookie sheet(s). Add to each pizza, 3 slices of cheese, 1/2 the tomato, 1/2 jar of roasted red peppers, 3 slices of bacon cut into small pieces. Add Oregano, Garlic, or other seasoning to taste. Cook in oven for 10-15 minutes or until cheese bubbles and is golden brown. For finishing touches, add crushed red peppers and/or Parmesan cheese to taste.

ExtendShake Pudding Pops:

Follow the directions on a small box of your favorite Sugar-Free Instant Pudding Mix. When mixing the pudding, add 1 ExtendShake powder packet (your favorite flavor, we used chocolate pudding with Chocolate ExtendShake).

Pour pudding mix into small dixie cups, insert a popsicle stick, and place into the freezer. Allow the pudding to freeze, then remove dixie cup and enjoy an ice-cold pudding pop for dessert!

#DFeast Friday on Twitter

2010-07-23T08:57:00.001-07:00

ST. LOUIS, MO - ExtendSnacks is excited to provide a couple of tasty recipes to the online community as part of "#DFeast Friday" on Twitter. "#DFeast Friday" began as an idea for people to share recipes that are diabetes friendly.

A lot of people are participating in sharing their recipes. To view the recipes you can either search #DFeast on Twitter or go to Elizabeth Arnold's Blog where there is a list of #Dfeast Recipes!

We're sharing 2 recipes which offer creative ways to use ExtendSnacks! These can help you cool off during a hot summer and help keep your blood sugar in control.

Extend Instant Pudding:

Pumpkin Pie Shake:

To keep up with all the latest action, be sure to follow @ExtendSnacks on Twitter. Or go to www.twitter.com/ExtendSnacks to get started!

ExtendBar available at Target Stores Nationwide

2010-06-03T14:33:00.000-07:00

ST. LOUIS, MO - ExtendBar Delight is now available at Target Stores nationwide.

ExtendSnacks is proud to announce Target as the newest retail partner to carry ExtendBar. Part of Target's mission is to deliver outstanding value and continuous innovation. That's why they've decided to carry ExtendBar, the first-ever snack made specifically to help control blood sugar for up to 9 hours.

2 flavors of ExtendBar Delight can be found near the pharmacy with Diabetes Supplies: Peanut Butter Chocolate Delight and Chocolate Delight. To find a Target location near you, please visit www.Target.com ("Find a store" link is at top left corner, near their logo.)

ExtendSnacks featured in Diabetic Living

2010-04-19T12:09:00.000-07:00

ExtendBar Peanut Butter Chocolate Delight is featured in the Spring 2010 issue of Diabetic Living Magazine.

In the nutritional feature "Meal makeover: Finding fiber", written by Marsha McCulloch, R.D., L.D., ExtendBar is listed as a "Carb-smart fiber find." McCulloch highlights how to get more fiber into your diet, without eating too many carbs and calories. Use the link below to view the article online.

http://www.diabeticliving-digital.com/diabeticliving/spring2010?pg=29#pg29

More ExtendSnacks buzz:

The Joyful Diabetic(tm) - Will Ryan is a professional speaker and blogger at Joyful Diabetic(tm). He frequently writes about how to manage diabetes and live life to its fullest. Recently, Will Ryan wrote about using ExtendSnacks for portion control. Read the article by clicking below.
http://www.joyfuldiabetic.com/2010/03/31/portion-control/

How to Use ExtendBars to Lose Weight (eHow.com) - eHow contributing writer Katrina Josey weighs in with a 4-step guide to using ExtendBars to stabilize blood sugar and lose weight. Read the eHow article by clicking below.
http://www.ehow.com/how_6172425_use-extend-bars-lose-weight.html

Diet Food Reviews: ExtendBar Peanut Delight Bar (Iateapie.net) - The Diet Food Review team at Iateapie.net recently reviewed the ExtendBar Peanut Delight and extolled the virtues of a well balanced, Low Glycemic snack. "I say it makes a delicious treat for anyone!" Read the review by clicking below.
http://www.iateapie.net/reviews/archives/2010/03/extend_bar.php

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ExtendSnacks featured in DSM Magazine

2010-02-18T09:32:00.000-08:00

ExtendSnacks were featured in a recent Diabetes Self Management Magazine article titled "Diabetes Nutrition Bars and Shakes: What Can They Do For You?" written by Patti Geil, MS, RD, FADA, CDE.

To read the online version of the article, follow this link: http://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/articles/nutrition-and-meal-planning/diabetes-nutrition-bars-and-shakes/all/

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ExtendSnacks announces 2010 Initiatives...

2010-01-08T08:19:00.000-08:00

For More Information:
Jonathan Lindberg
Tel: (314) 336-0587 x 327
jlindberg@extendbar.com

For Immediate Release

ExtendSnacks announces its 2010 initiatives to significantly raise awareness of the importance of blood sugar management and to provide all the support tools necessary through the new ExtendSnacks.com Web site and the launch of its “Round the Clock” Glucose and Hunger Control Program.

On the heels of National Diabetes Month, ExtendSnacks today announced a new initiative to increase public awareness of the importance of blood sugar management and to provide the education and nutritional tools necessary to be successful in controlling blood sugar on a daily basis. This will be accomplished over the next year through a two pronged effort that includes a new “Round the Clock” Glucose and Hunger Control Program and a re-launched and enhanced Web site (www.ExtendSnacks.com).

The specific goal of ExtendSnacks is to help people who have a blood sugar issue and/or diabetes, but may be completely unaware of its affect on their daily health. 57 million Americans have pre-diabetes, a condition which if left untreated, leads to diabetes. An additional 24 million Americans are living with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes. Improving blood sugar control has been proven to help with weight management and can help prevent costly complications caused by unchecked diabetes. Unfortunately, very few Americans understand the relationship between the foods we eat, our blood sugar levels and our overall health.

The 2010 ExtendSnacks initiative will bring new light to the importance of blood sugar management. These efforts will help Americans improve health through blood sugar management, and also educate consumers to the fact that no other nutritional product can match the “round the clock” glucose control benefits of the ExtendSnacks patented formula. ExtendSnacks are the only nutritional products on the market that are clinically proven to help control blood sugar for up to 9 hours.

ST. LOUIS, MO (January 8, 2010) – ExtendSnacks today announced their 2010 initiative to significantly raise awareness of the importance of blood sugar management to overall health and to offer support and solutions to those who want to improve the control of their blood sugar. ExtendSnacks is working with healthcare professionals, diabetes educators, dietitians, endocrinologist and health clinics, as well as consumers, to help identify those who may be suffering the effects of poor blood sugar control (and at risk for diabetes) and provide them with guidance on lifestyle changes to benefit their long term health.

ExtendSnacks is focusing on 3 groups of people, to build greater awareness of blood sugar management:
1. People who are at risk of developing diabetes, but don't know it.
2. People who have diabetes, but are unaware and undiagnosed.
3. People who are diagnosed with diabetes, but are not in control.

Most people in these 3 groups are completely unaware they have issues with blood sugar. As part of their 2010 initiative, ExtendSnacks is preparing a launch of their new Web site, www.ExtendSnacks.com, by Q2 2010. The new Web site will feature inspiring success stories, insights and tips from a diverse array of peers and nutrition professionals, timely news and information; and detailed information on the ExtendSnacks story, its inventor Dr. Francine Kaufman and the groundbreaking products (ExtendBar, ExtendCrisps, ExtendShakes) that have been clinically proven to help control blood sugar for up to 9 hours.

The web site will also provide access to ExtendSnacks’ popular e-newsletter series, materials that simplify the diabetes basics, and exclusive content from Dr. Francine Kaufman. In addition, visitors will be provided unparalleled support through programs such as the “Round the Clock” Glucose and Hunger Control Program, an array of tasty recipes that designed to have minimal impact on blood sugar, and the ability to search for an ExtendSnacks’ retailer or conveniently purchase directly through its revamped online store.

Today, 66.3 percent of adult Americans (about 200 million) are categorized as being overweight or obese. Being overweight puts added pressure on the body's ability to properly control blood sugar using insulin, and therefore makes it much more likely for one to develop diabetes. Almost 90% of people with type 2 diabetes are overweight. Even though managing blood sugar levels is the most critical aspect of controlling hunger and averting obesity, most Americans remain unaware of its importance. Without improving awareness of blood sugar management, there is less opportunity for the prevention, early diagnosis and treatment of those who are at highest risk for diabetes. Because of this, the rate of both obesity and diabetes continue to increase at alarming rates in the US, especially among children. If current trends continue, 1 in 3 children born today will face a future with diabetes.

Despite the trends, with a little education and a few small lifestyle changes, people can begin to retake control of their blood sugar. ExtendSnacks’ new “Round the Clock” Glucose and Hunger Control Program is easy to follow and can significantly improve blood sugar control. The program is simple – just eat one serving of ExtendSnacks (ExtendBar, ExtendCrisps, or an ExtendShake) between meals 3 times a day. Each serving helps stabilize blood sugar for up to 9 hours, so when you eat 3 snacks spaced evenly throughout the day (one mid-morning, one mid-afternoon, and one before bed) it helps to stabilize blood sugar levels “round the clock”.

The “round the clock” glucose control approach also promotes healthy weight management and smarter eating at meal time because stabilizing blood sugar helps to control hunger, thereby reducing the tendency to consume excess calories. In fact, the ExtendSnacks formula is clinically proven to help reduce calories consumed at the next meal by 21% on average, when used as a between meal snack.

The “Round the Clock” Glucose and Hunger Control Snack Program and the new Web site launching in 2010 are just two more examples of the additional value ExtendSnacks provides beyond its leading-edge products and a 24/7 ExtendSnacks Support Call Center (1-800-887-2919). “Our new Web site will allow ExtendSnacks another opportunity to build and strengthen our personal relationships with our loyal customers,” says Sue Cogan, VP Marketing of ExtendSnacks. “It will be an interactive site that allows us to educate about blood sugar management, the “Round the Clock” Glucose Snack Program, and our ground-breaking product line. It will also give consumers an easy avenue to personally communicate with us… Although our patented products are the core of our company, we view ourselves as a health solutions company that hopes to partner and provide lifetime value to our customers through a combination of great tasting snacks, superior education, community building, and personal support.”

About ExtendSnacks
ExtendSnacks are manufactured and marketed by Clinical Products, LLC, headquartered in St. Louis, MO. ExtendSnacks™, holder of 17 world-wide patents, are the only snacks clinically proven to help stabilize blood sugar for up to 9 hours, providing the benefits of hunger control and long-lasting energy. The ExtendSnacks line of products include ExtendBars (5 flavors), ExtendCrisps (5 flavors) and ExtendShakes (3 flavors). The original ExtendBar® was invented by Dr. Francine Kaufman, former president of the American Diabetes Association; world renowned endocrinologist; and author of the groundbreaking book Diabesity. The continued mission of Clinical Products is to create great-tasting, convenient food products that promote healthy blood sugar management.

ExtendSnacks® are available in Walgreens stores nationwide, in Southern California at Albertson’s in the Diet/Diabetic section, Ralph’s in the Adult Nutrition section, in Arizona at Hi-Health, in the MidWest at HyVee, and online at ExtendSnacks.com, Drugstore.com, Amazon.com or by calling 1-800-887-2919.

If you’d like more information about this topic, how ExtendSnacks work, or to schedule an interview, please contact Jonathan Lindberg, (314) 336-0587 x 327 or jlindberg@extendbar.com.
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-A Terrifyingly Healthy Halloween Treat

2009-10-22T14:16:00.000-07:00

Doctor Invented ExtendSnacks – A Terrifyingly Healthy Halloween Treat

Halloween snacks don’t have to be horrifyingly unhealthy, sugary treats to be fun. This year, children with diabetes can enjoy Halloween fun too! Dr. Francine Kaufman, a world-renowned endocrinologist and past president of the American Diabetes Association, invented ExtendSnacks (ExtendBar and ExtendCrisps)- with 150 or less calories per serving, and the ability to control blood sugar for up to 9 hours. ExtendSnacks are ideal deliciously healthy Halloween treats for kids and adults alike. Delicious and nutritious, ExtendSnacks are a fun and frightfully healthy alternative to sugary Halloween treats. ExtendBars, and ExtendCrisps single serving bags, make perfect healthy treats that allow all trick-or-treaters to join the fun.

St. Louis, MO, October 22, 2009 – ExtendSnacks, the maker of ExtendBar and ExtendCrisps, with 150 or less calories per serving and the ability to help control blood sugar for up to 9 hours, today announced that Halloween doesn’t have to be filled with sugary, fat-filled treats to be fun and indulgent. What Halloween treats we choose are even more important as our nation faces an epidemic of childhood obesity and diabetes. Invented by world-renowned pediatric endocrinologist, Dr. Francine Kaufman, ExtendSnacks are fun and deliciously healthy Halloween treats for all people wanting to provide a healthier Halloween, but are especially important to children with diabetes who typically have to watch their friends enjoy the fruits of their trick-or-treat labor, as they severely limit their own participation.

This year, more than ever, it’s important to celebrate a healthier Halloween. The rates of both childhood obesity and diabetes are increasing at unprecedented rates in the United States. The prevalence of obesity among children aged 6 to 11 more than doubled in the past 20 years, going from 6.5% in 1980 to 17.0% in 2006. The rate among adolescents aged 12 to 19 more than tripled, increasing from 5% to 17.6%. Furthermore, the U.S. Census Bureau estimates 36.1 million 5- to 13-year-olds will be trick-or-treating this Halloween; that translates to about 6.3 million obese trick-or-treaters this year. Unfortunately, most candy and snacks handed out to trick-or-treaters are exactly the kind of snacks that contribute to the obesity and diabetes epidemics – they’re loaded with sugar and fat.

Parents are becoming much more aware of these issues and are constantly on the lookout for healthy alternatives that also taste great. ExtendSnacks offer them exactly what they are looking for. “In the spirit of Halloween…, delicious and nutritious ExtendSnacks are a fun and frightfully healthy alternative to sugary Halloween treats,” says Vijay Chauhan, President of ExtendSnacks. “…now children with diabetes can enjoy trick-or-treating without the temptation of candy loaded with sugar.”

Halloween Snacks Don’t Have to be Horrifyingly Unhealthy
The average candy bar has anywhere from 30-60g of carbohydrates – most of which comes directly from sugar with very little nutritional value. In fact, sugar is the #1 ingredient in most popular candy. Candy bars are also loaded with Fat and Saturated Fat, both of which can cause increased risk of cardiovascular disease, diabetes and/or morbid obesity. At their young age, kids don’t know to check the nutrition facts panels – they rely heavily on the recommendations of adults.

Halloween is the perfect opportunity to introduce kids to healthy snacks that taste great too. For example, an ExtendBar® Peanut Butter Chocolate Delight is sugar-free, low fat, low-saturated fat, packed with protein (11g) and loaded with fiber (5g). Furthermore, it has been clinically proven to help control blood sugar for up to 9 hours. Most importantly, this delectable bar tastes similar to the popular Peanut Butter Cups that we all know and love.

Halloween Isn’t Just for Kids Anymore
The Human Resource Management's Benefits Study noted that Halloween is being embraced and observed in the workplace as never before. More than one-third of U.S. companies offer some sort of Halloween celebration. But this fun day doesn’t have to be dreadfully met by dieters tempted by high-calorie treats. ExtendSnacks are a healthy way for adults to enjoy Halloween and they take the ‘guilt’ out of snacking while keeping the taste-buds excited.

About ExtendSnacks
ExtendSnacks are manufactured and marketed by Clinical Products, LLC, headquartered in St. Louis, MO. The original ExtendBar® was invented by Dr. Francine Kaufman, former president of the American Diabetes Association; world renowned endocrinologist; and author of the groundbreaking book Diabesity. The continued mission of Clinical Products is to create great-tasting, convenient food products that help control blood sugar. ExtendSnacks® are available in Walgreens stores nationwide, in Southern California at Albertson’s in the Diet/Diabetic section, Ralph’s in the Adult Nutrition section, in Arizona at Hi-Health, in the MidWest at HyVee, and online at ExtendSnacks.com, Drugstore.com, Amazon.com or by calling 1-800-887-2919.

If you’d like more information about this topic, how ExtendSnacks work, or to schedule an interview, please contact Jonathan Lindberg, (314) 336-0587 x 327 or jlindberg@extendbar.com.
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• New snacks aim to keep hunger pangs away

2009-05-13T14:39:00.000-07:00

From The Nashua Telegraph (March 4, 2009).
By: Lynda Murray, RD

New snacks aim to keep hunger pangs away

Too busy to eat? Too hungry to think? Craving chocolate?

If any of these scenarios sound familiar to you, I have just the thing: Extend Snacks. These delicious snacks can help stabilize blood sugar for up to nine full hours. Extend helps eliminate the drops in blood sugar that occur between meals, triggering hunger.

Developed by a leading endocrinologist, Francine Kaufman, who specializes in diabetes, Extend products contain a patented combination of slow-burning carbohydrates, protein and fat, which breaks down gradually, providing you with a continuous source of energy. This avoids the roller-coaster ride that most meals provide, leaving you more satisfied, with a content feeling in the pit of your stomach.

Extend Snacks do just what the name suggests – extend the time between meals. Unlike other snacks, which can digest into blood sugar in a short two-hour time span, plummeting blood sugars to tablecloth chewing levels, they convert slowly and safely to help extend the time between meals for up to nine hours.

"Research shows that Extend Snacks can reduce the calories consumed at the next meal by 21 percent," says Kensie Turnbaugh, health-care program coordinator at Extend Snacks in St. Louis. "(Extend Snacks) digest slowly at a rate of about 2-3 grams of carbohydrate per hour for up to eight hours."

Turnbaugh consumes the products regularly and notes that she doesn't really experience hunger.

"I have a shake with milk for breakfast, a bar mid-morning (about three hours later) and bag of crisps late afternoon (about four hours after small lunch)," she said. "I'm not reaching for the next unhealthy snack to feel satisfied, like I normally would."

I have also witnessed this "arrest-your-appetite" miracle in action. I am an avid cross-country skier. Gliding across a snowscape on my skis is my favorite aerobic activity, burning up to 600 calories an hour. When I am out in that white winter wonderland, I need sustained fuel, and ExtendBars are my snack solution. I carry one in my pocket, can quickly eat one and continue with my day. I love that I am not hassled with symptoms of hunger such as fatigue, irritability, growling stomach or headache.

"Extend bars come in five different flavors," Turnbaugh says. "The peanut butter and chocolate is the favorite flavor. If you haven't tried it, you are in for a treat. In addition to the peanut butter chocolate delight, there is mixed berry, apple cinnamon, peanut and chocolate."

The bars are made from uncooked cornstarch, a low glycemic index carbohydrate. Each bar has only 150 calories, 3 grams of fat, no saturated or trans fat, 0 grams of sugar, 5-6 grams of fiber and 20 grams of carbohydrate. Amazingly, only 1 gram of the carbohydrate content has any short-term impact on blood sugar levels. They score 2 points on the Weight Watchers system.

Extend Snacks come in a variety of flavors and textures to please even the most sophisticated snacker. Aside from the delicious bars, there are shake mixes and crisps.

These crisps are bite-sized morsels that come in a variety of flavors such as Italian herb, cinnamon, honey barbecue, white cheddar and zesty ranch. Turnbaugh's favorite flavor? "Zesty ranch, hands down. I love something with a little zip."

Extend also makes shakes, which whip up in no time after you add milk or water. Available in vanilla, chocolate and strawberry, they were originally developed to help people living with diabetes.

Extend Snacks can help you whittle your waist as you gain control over your hunger. They can also help you enjoy improved sleep if used before bedtime, by reducing disturbing nighttime blood sugar lows by up to 75 percent. Extend products are excellent for athletes, providing those fueling an active lifestyle with a sustained supply of energy for up to nine hours. Extend bars have helped some people with diabetes compete and successfully complete a marathon. If you need sustained energy to get through your own personal marathon of life, try the new Extend products. I think you will agree they can help you be your very own success story.

Here is a delicious recipe using the Extend vanilla shake. The vanilla is so versatile, unlimited options exist for adding fruit or peanut butter to create your own signature shake. The pumpkin pie is the favorite of Jonathan Lindberg, assistant marketing manager at Extend Snacks:

PUMPKIN PIE SHAKE: 1 packet vanilla ExtendShake1 cup skim milk1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spiceWhipped topping (optional)Follow the directions for a Vanilla ExtendShake.Add pumpkin pie spice as you mix your shake.Place your shake in the refrigerator for 10 minutes, or until cold.Top with sugar-free whipped topping.

Lynda Murray, MA, RD, LD, CSSD, lives in Burlington, Iowa. She can be reached at dietitianmagician@q.com. Items in this column are intended to be informational in nature only. It is not intended to diagnose or treat.

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• ExtendSnacks to be Featured On Popular CBS Television Show, “The Doctors”

2009-05-13T12:32:00.000-07:00

For Immediate Release

ExtendSnacks to be Featured On Popular CBS Television Show, “The Doctors”
The Doctors TV Show Discusses the Role of ExtendBar in the prevention and management of diabetes.

St. Louis, MO (April 23, 2009) – “The Doctors”, an extremely popular TV program syndicated throughout the U.S. and Canada by CBS Television Distribution will be providing prominent exposure to ExtendSnacks in a segment focusing on the use of ExtendBar as part of a diabetes prevention and management lifestyle plan. For the past six years, ExtendSnacks have built a loyal following across the country and are now commonly recommended by doctors and registered dieticians to assist patients with issues related to blood sugar control and weight management.

CBS will air the segment Friday, May 1 as Francine R. Kaufman, MD, a world-renowned endocrinologist, past president of the American Diabetes Association, and inventor of ExtendBar will discuss this cutting edge product and its usefulness in the prevention and management of diabetes.

"The Doctors" TV segment will focus on how ExtendBar can help a pre-diabetes patient control blood sugar for up to nine hours. And further, how the use of ExtendBar as a snack has been clinically proven to help control hunger, avoid blood sugar lows and highs, and provide energy that lasts – benefits that are of great value for diabetes, weight management and fitness-minded consumers. ExtendSnacks are backed by multiple clinical studies published in peer reviewed journals and have earned 17 patents worldwide to date.

ExtendSnacks are the first and only healthy snacks clinically proven to help control blood sugar for up to 9 hours. ExtendSnacks (including ExtendBars, ExtendCrisps, ExtendShakes), is the first ever brand to offer an “around the clock glucose control program.” This offers tremendous benefits and a new alternative for the millions of people who struggle with blood sugar, weight management and diabetes issues on a daily basis. The best part is the program is simple – just eating 3 snacks throughout the day as part of a healthy meal plan will help keep blood sugar stable and in control, around the clock.

“No other snack food brand is backed by such in-depth and credible science; yet, is presented as such a simple glucose and hunger control program. This simplicity makes a real difference in our everyday lives,” says Vijay Chauhan, President of ExtendSnacks. “This high-profile exposure on “The Doctors” will no doubt have a profound impact on consumer awareness of the need for people of all ages to monitor and stabilize blood sugar,” says Chauhan. He added, “Moreover, the credibility of Dr. Kaufman will further reinforce that ExtendSnacks are the most effective and convenient healthy snacks on the market from the standpoint of patients, physicians and nutrition professionals.”

About Francine R. Kaufman, MD
Francine R. Kaufman, M.D., is a world-renowned endocrinologist, past president of the American Diabetes Association and author of the groundbreaking book Diabesity. She has published more than 90 peer-reviewed publications, as well as more than 130 articles and abstracts, and she is the author of more than 30 books or book chapters. Dr. Kaufman is a frequent speaker at both national and international meetings.

About ExtendSnacks™

ExtendSnacks™ are manufactured and marketed by Clinical Products, LLC, headquartered in St. Louis, MO. The original ExtendBar® was invented by Dr. Francine Kaufman. The continued mission of Clinical Products is to create great-tasting, convenient food products that help control blood sugar. ExtendSnacks™ are the only snacks clinically proven to help stabilize blood sugar for up to 9 hours, providing the benefits of hunger control and long-lasting energy. For more information, visit http://www.extendsnacks.com/ or call 800-887-2919.

ExtendBar® is available at Walgreens stores, Amazon.com, and Drugstore.com nationwide, in Southern California at Albertson’s in the Diet/Diabetic section and Ralph’s in the Adult Nutrition section, in Arizona at Hi-Health, in the Midwest at Hy-Vee and online at http://www.extendbar.com/ or at 800-887-2919.

If you’d like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview, please contact Jonathan Lindberg, (314) 336-0587 x 327 or jlindberg@extendbar.com.

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• ExtendSnacks™ are not affected by Peanut Butter recall.

2009-05-13T12:27:00.000-07:00

St. Louis, MO - January 22, 2009 - - ExtendSnacks™, a leading brand of foods that help control blood sugar, announced that none of their products or ingredients are affected in any way by the recent peanut butter recall put into effect by the FDA. ExtendSnacks does not buy any ingredients from Peanut Corporation of America (PCA), the source of the current salmonella outbreak.

While various nutritional products containing peanut butter or peanut paste are being recalled, ExtendSnacks™ are not linked to this outbreak. This includes all of their product forms – ExtendBar™ Delights, ExtendBar™ Crunches, ExtendCrisps™ and ExtendShakes™. The FDA is maintaining a list of affected brands on its website at http://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/peanutbutterrecall/index.cfm – you will not find any ExtendSnacks brands on this list.

“ExtendSnacks™ is committed to providing our customers with safe, wholesome, and quality food products now and for the future,” said company president Vijay Chauhan.

About ExtendSnacks™:

ExtendSnacks™ are manufactured and marketed by Clinical Products, LLC, headquartered in St. Louis, MO. The original ExtendBar® was invented by Dr. Francine Kaufman, former president of the American Diabetes Association; current head of the Center for Diabetes, Endocrinology and Metabolism at Childrens Hospital Los Angeles; author of Diabesity; and a distinguished professor of pediatrics at the Keck School of Medicine.

The continued mission of Clinical Products is to create great-tasting, convenient food products that help control blood sugar. ExtendSnacks™ are the only snacks clinically proven to help stabilize blood sugar for up to 9 hours, providing the benefits of hunger control and long-lasting energy.

ExtendBar® is available at Walgreens stores nationwide, in Southern California at Albertson’s in the Diet/Diabetic section and Ralph’s in the Adult Nutrition section, in Arizona at Hi-health, in the Midwest at Hy-Vee and online at www.extendbar.com or at 800-887-2919.

If you’d like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview, please contact Jonathan Lindberg, (314) 336-0587 x 327 or jlindberg@extendbar.com.

Children’s Hospital Los Angeles holds patents and/or patent applications on the underlying technology of ExtendBar®, which it has licensed to Clinical Products Ltd. Francine R. Kaufman, M.D., holds stock in, and is a consultant for, Clinical Products Ltd. Childrens Hospital Los Angeles and Dr. Kaufman benefit financially from the sales of ExtendBar®.

• ExtendShakes: The First-Ever nutritional shake formula clinically proven to help control blood sugar for up to 9 hours

2009-05-13T12:24:00.000-07:00

Released 11/19/2008

ExtendShakes: The First-Ever nutritional shake formula clinically proven to help control blood sugar for up to 9 hours

St. Louis, MO (November 19, 2008) –New ExtendShakes formula is the first-ever clinically proven to help control blood sugar for up to 9 hours. ExtendShakes are the third snack platform in the expanding line of ExtendSnacks, the first brand ever to offer an “around the clock glucose control program.” This offers tremendous benefits and a new alternative for the millions of people who struggle with blood sugar issues or diabetes on a daily basis. The best part is the program is simple – just eating 3 snacks throughout the day as part of a healthy meal plan will help keep blood sugar stable and in control, around the clock.

Backed by 6 clinical studies, the formula in ExtendSnacks is clinically proven to help control hunger, avoid blood sugar lows and highs, and provide energy that lasts – benefits that are of great value for diabetes, weight management or fitness-minded consumers. Developed by respected endocrinologist Dr. Francine Kaufman, Extend Snacks have earned 15 patents worldwide to date. Dr. Kaufman is current head of the Center for Diabetes, Endocrinology and Metabolism at Childrens Hospital Los Angeles, a past president of the American Diabetes Association, and is featured regularly as a medical editor/advisor to the media.

Controlling blood sugar is the most important aspect of managing diabetes, but it has traditionally been hard to achieve. When blood sugar is controlled, the risks associated with diabetes greatly diminish. This is exactly why ExtendShakes were created, to allow consumers and their families to indulge themselves with a thick and creamy shake – without any guilt – because they are in control and making healthy choices for their bodies.

ExtendShakes complement the existing ExtendBars and ExtendCrisps to offer a new and innovative blood sugar management solution. Simplicity and variety are the keys to providing a program that consumers will adopt and stick to. ExtendSnacks have met both of these criteria with their diverse line of great tasting bars, savory crisps and velvety smooth shakes. “No other snack food brand is backed by such in-depth and credible science; yet, we present a simple glucose and hunger control program. That simplicity makes a real difference in our everyday lives,” says Vijay Chauhan, President of ExtendSnacks.

ExtendShakes are sold in convenient 32g powdered packets that mix easily with skim milk or water; there are 5 packets per retail carton; and they are available in three consumer favorite flavors: Chocolate, Vanilla, and Strawberry. ExtendShakes are low in fat, packed with 15 grams of protein, 5 grams of fiber, fortified with 24 vitamins and minerals, contain just 2g net carbs, and only 1g of sugar.

All ExtendSnacks are superior nutritionally to conventional pre-packaged foods currently on the market. Their unique, patented formula contains a scientifically selected mixture of soy protein, complex carbohydrate, and dietary fiber - only using premium and healthy ingredients. Whether a consumer is looking for gluten-free, sugar-free, kosher, cholesterol free, low carb, low glycemic, high protein, or low-fat snacks, ExtendSnacks provides choices. In addition, each snack is individually packaged to deliver just the right amount of nutrients to help with portion control, diabetes management, and heart health.

ExtendSnacks endeavors to become the one brand people with diabetes, pre-diabetes and people looking to live a healthier life can count on to assist them in managing blood glucose levels twenty-four hours a day. By providing high quality, easy to understand products to consumers nationwide, the ExtendSnacks brand is not only revolutionizing the way people shop, but changing the way they think about how they live their lives.

About ExtendSnacks
ExtendSnacks are manufactured and marketed by Clinical Products LLC, headquartered in St. Louis, MO. ExtendSnacks were invented by Dr. Francine Kaufman, former president of the American Diabetes Association; current head of the Center for Diabetes, Endocrinology and Metabolism at Childrens Hospital Los Angeles; author of Diabesity; and a distinguished professor of pediatrics at the Keck School of Medicine and professor of communications at the Annenberg School of Communications of USC. The continued mission of Clinical Products is to create great-tasting, convenient food products that help control blood sugar. ExtendBar® is available in Southern California at Albertson’s in the Diet/Diabetic section, Ralph’s in the Adult Nutrition section, in Arizona at Hi-Health, in Walgreen stores nationwide, and online at http://www.extendbar.com/ or by calling 1-800-887-2919. If you’d like more information about this topic, how ExtendSnacks work, or to schedule an interview, please contact Jonathan Lindberg, (314) 336-0587 x 327 or jlindberg@extendbar.com. To receive professional samples please contact Kensey Turnbaugh (314) 336-0587 x 312 or kturnbaugh@extendbar.com.

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Childrens Hospital Los Angeles holds patents and/or patent applications on the underlying technology of ExtendSnacks, which it has licensed to Clinical Products Ltd. Francine R. Kaufman, M.D., holds stock in, and is a consultant for, Clinical Products LLC. Childrens Hospital Los Angeles and Dr. Kaufman benefit financially from the sales of ExtendSnacks.

• ExtendSnacks Launches First and Only Crunchy Snacks that help Manage Blood Sugar

2009-05-13T12:22:00.000-07:00

RELEASED 2/25/2008

Extend Snacks LAUNCHES FIRST AND ONLY Crunchy Snacks that Help manage blood sugar

Healthy Snack Leader Extend snacks Debuts Five Great-Tasting crunchy crisp Flavors Featuring patented formula that helps control blood sugar for up to 9 hours.

St. Louis, MO (Feb. 26, 2008) – Extend Snacks, creators of the ever-popular ExtendBar®, transforms American snacking into a healthful culinary delight with the launch of ExtendCrisps®. Patented technology, utilizing uncooked cornstarch, make ExtendCrisps® the first and only crunchy snack clinically proven to provide up to 9 hours of glucose control. And with a classic taste and crunch that consumers expect when snacking, it's almost impossible to believe ExtendCrisps can be a healthful addition to your daily eating regimen.

With a built-in consumer-base for ExtendBar®, Extend Snacks reached out and asked its long-time, loyal customers what flavors they missed most in crunchy snacks. The five resultant consumer-inspired flavors include White Cheddar, Italian Herb, Honey BBQ, Cinnamon, and Zesty Ranch. Debuting in January 2008, these all-natural crisps have no trans fat, are a good source of protein and fiber, and will retail for approximately $1.49 for a snack-size bag.
ExtendCrisps® were specifically designed to help stabilize blood sugar levels for up to 9 hours. Its patented formula converts gradually to blood sugar over 7-9 hours instead of all at once like so many other snacks. ExtendCrisps® are clinically proven to help control hunger by suppressing appetite, reduce blood sugar swings, avoid low blood sugar even overnight, and sustain energy during exercise and recovery.

Where bad snacking usually gets in the way of good health, ExtendCrisps® provides consumers the choice of replacing junk-food snacks with healthful options without sacrificing taste or crunch. Extend Snacks is committed to combating the dual epidemics of obesity and diabetes with each and every bite. Visit http://www.extendbar.com/ for more information about managing your blood sugar and your health.

This addition of the ExtendCrisps® line expands Extend Snacks’ growing list of healthful snack products, including ExtendBar® in five flavors: Chocolate Delight, Peanut Delight, Mixed Berry Delight, Apple Cinnamon Delight, and Peanut Butter Chocolate Delight, and the soon to be launched ExtendShakes® line.

About Extend Snacks:
Extend Snacks are manufactured and marketed by Clinical Products, LLC, headquartered in St. Louis, MO. The original ExtendBar® was invented by Dr. Francine Kaufman, former president of the American Diabetes Association; current head of the Center for Diabetes, Endocrinology and Metabolism at Childrens Hospital Los Angeles; author of Diabesity; and a distinguished professor of pediatrics at the Keck School of Medicine of USC.

The continued mission of Clinical Products is to create great-tasting, convenient food products that help control blood sugar. ExtendBar® is available in Southern California at Albertson’s in the Diet/Diabetic section, Ralph’s in the Adult Nutrition section, Walgreen stores nationwide, and online at www.extendbar.com or at 800-887-2919. If you’d like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview, please contact Jonathan Lindberg, (314) 336-0587 x 327 or jlindberg@extendbar.com.
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Childrens Hospital Los Angeles holds patents and/or patent applications on the underlying technology of ExtendBar®, which it has licensed to Clinical Products Ltd. Francine R. Kaufman, M.D., holds stock in, and is a consultant for, Clinical Products Ltd. Childrens Hospital Los Angeles and Dr. Kaufman benefit financially from the sales of ExtendBar®.

• Good-Bye Sugary Soda, Hello ExtendBar!

2009-05-13T12:21:00.000-07:00

RELEASED 1/21/2008

GOOD-BYE SUGARY SODA, HELLO EXTENDBAR!
Local Doctor/Inventor, Dr. Kaufman Introduces ExtendBar to Southern California Retail

LOS ANGELES, CA (January 21, 2008) – Francine R. Kaufman, M.D., a key figure in the LA Unified School District banning of sodas, is launching a uniquely healthy food bar into Southern California retail. ExtendBar®, which helps control blood sugar levels for up to nine hours and a very popular direct to consumer product since 1999, is now available in Albertson’s, Ralph’s and Walgreens locations throughout Southern California. Dr. Kaufman hopes that making this product more easily accessible will enable families to make lifestyle choices which produce lasting health benefits and reduce risk of disease. Over the last decade, obesity and diabetes have reached epidemic proportions in America and worldwide; Dr. Kaufman created ExtendBar as a response to the challenges of these growing epidemics.

ExtendBar is an innovative snack bar that is specifically formulated to help control blood sugar for up to nine hours, longer than any other snack on the market today, and holds fourteen patents. Sugar is the fuel that provides energy to our body’s cells for everything from movement to thought. Dr. Kaufman designed the bar (in her own LA home) using slowly metabolizing carbohydrates to extend the release of glucose into the bloodstream. By doing so, ExtendBar has been clinically proven to naturally reduce hunger, minimize blood sugar swings and prevent low blood sugar levels, and provide a continuous source of energy which can help for strenuous activities. With a balanced nutrition profile ExtendBar is a healthy product for anyone wishing to improve or maintain their health.

“After seeing thousands of patients suffering from the effects of abnormal blood sugar levels – ranging from loss of energy and focus, to unpredictable mood swings, to seizures – I desperately wanted to do something to improve their health and their quality of life,” says Dr. Kaufman, and she has. As an internationally respected endocrinologist, she has authored over 150 medical articles and has been a guiding force in the fight against obesity and diabetes. Dr. Kaufman is the head of the Center for Diabetes, Endocrinology and Metabolism at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles; the past president of the American Diabetes Association; author of Diabesity; and a distinguished professor of pediatrics at the Keck School of Medicine of USC.

Most recently, the Discovery Health Channel presented DIABETES: A GLOBAL EPIDEMIC, which follows Dr. Kaufman as she tours the world. Over a six-month period, Dr. Kaufman journeys from Los Angeles to Cape Town, South Africa; Chennai, India; Sao Paulo, Brazil; Melbourne, Australia; and Helsinki, Finland, in her quest to increase focus on the prevention, treatment and care of diabetes. (To view video segments visit http://health.discovery.com/centers/diabetes/video.html and click the appropriate tabs!)

With ExtendBar, Dr. Kaufman has endeavored to build a brand that people with diabetes, dieters, healthy actives, and their children can count on to assist them in managing their blood sugar levels and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. ExtendBar has built a loyal and passionate consumer following over the past seven years, and is committed to growing this audience by making its products more readily available to consumers in the retail outlets they shop daily. “We believe partnering with Albertsons, Ralphs and Walgreens is a great opportunity for more people to experience the ExtendBar brand and what so many of our loyal, long-time customers have discovered about us,” said Vijay Chauhan, President of Clinical Products, LLC. “Our products really work!”

About ExtendBar
ExtendBar is a product of Clinical Products, LLC, headquartered in St. Louis, MO. ExtendBar is gluten-free, low glycemic, high in fiber and protein and is available in five flavors: Chocolate Delight, Peanut Delight, Peanut Butter Chocolate Delight, Mixed Berry Delight and Apple Cinnamon Delight. The continued mission of Clinical Products is to create great-tasting, convenient food products that help control blood sugar. ExtendBar is available in Southern California at Albertson’s in the Diet/Diabetic section, Ralph’s in the Adult Nutrition section, Walgreen stores nationwide, and online at http://www.extendbar.com/ or at 800-887-2919. If you’d like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview, please contact Jonathan Lindberg, (314) 336-0587 x 327 or jlindberg@extendbar.com.

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