NEW: ExtendDrizzles are now on sale!

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

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.

+ About ExtendSnacks +

To get the latest news on ExtendSnacks, be sure to sign up for our e-mail newsletter series, follow us on Twitter @ExtendSnacks, or "Like!" ExtendSnacks on Facebook.

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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ExtendSnacks are available nationwide at the following retailers:

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.

Looking for Extend Snacks coupons? Check our Facebook Page. Looking for the Extend Snacks Facebook page? Use this link! For more information on Extend Snacks call 1-800-887-2919 anytime.

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!

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!

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!

To get the latest news on ExtendSnacks, be sure to sign up for our e-mail newsletter series, follow us on twitter @ExtendSnacks, or "Like!" ExtendSnacks on Facebook.

+ 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

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!

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

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.