Reducing Exposure to Biological Contaminants

Take steps to minimize biological pollutants in basements.

Clean and disinfect the basement floor drain regularly. Do not finish a basement below ground level unless all water leaks are patched and outdoor ventilation and adequate heat to prevent condensation are provided. Operate a dehumidifier in the basement if need to keep relative humidity levels (yes, you guessed it) between 30-50 percent.

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and the American Lung Association can both provide you with more information on biological pollutants in your home.

Stoves, Heaters, Fireplaces, and Chimneys

In addition to environmental tobacco smoke, other sources of combustion products are unvented kerosene and gas space heaters, woodstoves, fireplaces, and gas stoves. The major pollutants released are carbon monoxide, nitrogen dioxide, and particles. Unvented kerosene heaters may also generate acid aerosols.

Combustion gases and particles also come from chimneys and flues that are improperly installed or maintained and cracked furnace heat exchangers. Pollutants fro fireplaces and woodstoves with no dedicated outdoor air supply can be “back-drafted” from the chimney into the living space, particularly in weatherized homes.

Article from: How to Survive a Toxic Planet, by Dr Steve Nugent

Vibrant health is no longer a certainty. For many it is intermittent at best. This realization has triggered a global Wellness Revolution, and it's changing the lives of people around the world. Mannatech is on the cutting edge of new technologies that provide what every body needs to stay healthy.

Noise having huge impact on health

Two in every hundred deaths from heart disease may be caused by stress related to noise, says a study that suggests thousands of people in Britain may be dying from a lack of peace and quiet.

Research from the World Health Organization (WHO) has shown the striking contribution of noise to premature deaths from disease.

Noise is linked to heart attack and stroke because it creates chronic stress that keeps our bodies in a state of constant alert. Even when somebody is asleep, their ears, brain and body continue to react to sounds, raising levels of stress hormones.

If these stress hormones are in constant circulation, they can cause long-term physiological changes that could be life-threatening.

The new WHO figures suggest that two per cent of Europeans suffer severely disturbed sleep because of noise pollution.

The WHO has yet to finalise what levels of exposure cause problems, though the threshold for cardiovascular troubles, for example, is above 50 decibels at night or above 60 during the day - equivalent to the noise of a dishwasher.

The WHO's investigations have been triggered in part by a rapid increase in complaints about noise pollution.

Figures from the Office for National Statistics state that noise complaints to local government offices in Britain have increased fivefold over the past 20 years.

Mannatech is a global wellness solutions provider that develops innovative and proprietary nutritional supplements, topical and skin care products and weight management products that are sold through approximately 536,000 independent Associates and Members in the United States and the international markets of Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom, Japan, New Zealand, the Republic of Korea, Taiwan, Denmark and Germany.

Bleach and Cancer

The latest TRI data reflects only a fraction of the dioxin that is being released into the environment every day, according to the Stop Dioxin Exposure Campaign. TRI data does not include a number of dioxin sources, including the largest, waste incinerated by cities, hospitals and rural communities.

Dioxin pollution is persistent and bioaccumulative – which essentially means that is eventually ends up in our food and bodies. According the The American People’s Dioxin Report, about 90 to 98 percent of the general population’s exposure to dioxins is through contaminated food – primarily by eating the animal fat in meat, fish, poultry and dairy products.

Chlorine alternatives

· Chlorine-free toilet paper and paper towels are available at many natural food stores. Additionally, newspaper can be used in place of paper towels for cleaning windows, and rags can be used for other surfaces.

Alternative cleaning products

· Many household cleaners contain chlorine bleach. Chlorine bleach, or sodium hypochlrite, is a lung and eye irritant.

· If mixed with ammonia or acid-based cleaners (including vinegar), chlorine bleach releases toxic chloramines gas. Short – term exposure to this gas may cause mild asthmatic symptoms or more serious respiratory problems. (Source: Washington Toxics Coalition)

To be on the safe side, don’t mix chlorine bleach with anything. Just avoid chlorine bleach altogether. The EPA recommends using a non-chlorine bleach such as hydrogen peroxide to bleach clothes. Yes, it does work to get your clothes clean and white.

Article from: How to Survive a Toxic Planet, by Dr Steve Nugent

Mannatech was founded to provide a vehicle for those who desire a purpose driven opportunity that addresses the two biggest concerns families everywhere face: their health and their finances. One leading economist has predicted that the wellness industry will become the next trillion-dollar industry due to an enormous shift taking place in the healthcare industry. Mannatech has positioned itself through its nutritional discoveries and patents to play a significant role. Mannatech's record growth is a testimony to the efforts of those who have chosen to share this amazing story of hope with those so desperately looking for answers.

Mannatech’s Founder Sam Caster Resigns as CEO, Remains as Chairman

Current President & COO Terry Persinger Named Interim CEO while Board Conducts Formal Search

Coppell, TX, August 21, 2007 - Mannatech, Inc. (NASDAQ – MTEX) announced today that Samuel L. Caster has resigned as Chief Executive Officer of the company, effective immediately. Mr. Caster will now serve as non-executive Chairman of the Board. His changing role at Mannatech will allow him to step back from operating responsibilities to focus his efforts on working with field sales leaders to transition to Mannatech’s new global wellness sales program.

Mannatech’s Board of Directors has appointed President and Chief Operating Officer Terry L. Persinger as interim President & CEO, while conducting a formal search for a permanent replacement. Mr. Persinger intends to retire from Mannatech in June 2008, as previously planned. In tandem with these key management changes, Executive Vice President of Global Operations Terence L. O’Day has been promoted and will assume responsibilities as Executive Vice President &COO for Mannatech.

“The Board of Directors would like to acknowledge Sam’s leadership and his many contributions to the development and growth of Mannatech,” said J. Stanley Fredrick, Lead Director of the Board. “Moving ahead, we look forward to Sam’s role in helping drive the successful implementation of the company’s new global wellness sales program based on our new promotional strategy including the new 100% money back guarantee. We also look forward to Terry Persinger’s leadership and operational knowledge of the company to fill the gap left by Sam’s move as we focus on increasing sales, profit, and shareholder value.”

Mr. Caster commented, “When I founded Mannatech in 1993, my goal was to develop a global company that could bring a unique offering of wellness products to individuals seeking healthier lifestyles while also providing a business opportunity in the emerging wellness industry. Today, with over 569,000 independent Associates and Members in ten countries, I feel we have achieved significant milestones. Therefore, I asked the Board to consider hiring a new CEO. That way I could return to my passion for working with independent Associate leaders to transition to the new global wellness sales program and focus on future growth opportunities including skin care, new technologies, and additional global expansion.

I want to thank the Board for making this move possible. I remain passionate about this company, our product offering and the business opportunity, of all which continue to change lives for the better around the world.”

Mr. Persinger joined Mannatech in 1999, after spending over 30 years at Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company (NYSE - GT) where he served as vice president and general manager of a $1.3 billion global division. Over the last eight years, Mr. Persinger has successfully guided the company’s operations during a period of explosive growth to annual sales of more than $400 million. Mr. Persinger holds a Bachelor of Science degree in chemical engineering from the University of Cincinnati and is a graduate of Harvard University’s PMD management program. He also completed management training at Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management.

Mr. O’Day joined Mannatech in 2006 and brought with him a wealth of operations experience. Prior to Mannatech, Mr. O’Day served in various senior management positions at Kraft Foods, Nabisco, Revlon International, and ConAgra Foods, Inc. Most recently, he served as executive vice president of operations for ConAgra Foods Refrigerated Foods Group, with over $3 billion in sales. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in general studies from the U.S. Air Force Academy, an MBA degree in marketing from Western Michigan University and is a graduate of Columbia University’s Transition to General Management executive program.

About Mannatech

Mannatech, Incorporated is a global wellness solutions provider of innovative, high-quality, proprietary nutritional supplements, topical and skin care products, and weight management products sold through independent Associates and Members located in the United States and the international markets of Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom, Japan, New Zealand, the Republic of Korea, Taiwan, Denmark, and Germany.

Please Note: This release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements generally can be identified by use of phrases or terminology such as “intend” or other similar words or the negative of such terminology. Similarly, descriptions of Mannatech’s objectives, strategies, plans, goals or targets contained herein are also considered forward-looking statements. Mannatech believes this release should be read in conjunction with all of its filings with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission and cautions its readers that these forward -looking statements are subject to certain events, risks, uncertainties, and other factors. Some of these factors include, among others, Mannatech’s inability to attract and retain associates and members, increases in competition, litigation, regulatory changes, changes in sales strategies and its planned growth into new international markets. Although Mannatech believes that the expectations, statements, and assumptions reflected in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, it cautions readers to always consider all of the risk factors and any other cautionary statements carefully in evaluating each forward-looking statement in this release, as well as those set forth in its latest Annual Report on Form 10-K and Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, and other filings filed with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission, including its current reports on Form 8-K. All of the forward-looking statements contained herein speak only as of the date of this release.

Contact Information:

Gary Spinell, Vice President
Investor Relations
972-471-6512
ir@mannatech.com
Corporate website: www.mannatech.com

Do Your Best With Breakfast

You've probably heard it said a million times before that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. So is this true? And if so, why do so many folks go without it?

Let's tackle a few beliefs about breakfast.

I don't eat breakfast because I'm on a diet and want to cut calories

While this might sound logical, it just doesn't work that way. A recent study of 3000 dieters by the University of Colorado's Center for Human Nutrition found that of those that lost weight, 78 per cent ate breakfast every day, another 10 per cent ate it at least five times a week and only four per cent never ate breakfast.

The fact is breakfast helps with weight loss - and avoiding weight gain. If you have a healthy meal to start your day, you are less likely to get the type of hunger pangs later on that may tempt you to stop by the vending machine for chocolate or chips. And by providing your body with an early energy source, you should feel less lethargic and better equipped to fit some exercise into your day.

I don't eat breakfast because I don't have time

What's it take? 15 minutes? It's well worth getting up a little earlier. If you want to perform better, or get more out of your day, you should eat breakfast. The evidence linking adequate nutrition to effective mental cognitive performance is plentiful.

So what are the benefits of daily breakfast?

For starters, breakfast is good for maintaining effective immunity. In other words, skip your brekkie and you're more likely to catch a cold as you catch the train to work, or anywhere else where sneezes are recycled.

It has been found that those who consumed breakfast cereal every day reported better mental and physical health than those who skipped breakfast altogether. "Regular eaters of breakfast, especially breakfast cereal, get fewer and less severe colds than non-consumers", a professor said.

Also, if you eat it at home, it is a meal you have control over. You make it yourself so you can decide what goes in it. This improves your chances of making a healthy choice.

“The world as a whole is becoming much more aware of the need for wellness, rather than just the need to manage illness,” says Mannatech’s vice president of international finance. “And with science increasingly validating the essential role of the glyconutrients in our patented and patent-pending products, Mannatech is uniquely positioned to provide the missing ingredient in the wellness puzzle.”

The Whole-Grain Story

Foods derived form grains such as wheat, rice and oats are an important part of a balanced diet as they provide a range of nutrient essential to good health. The best choices are the whole grains – brown rice, oatmeal and burghul (cracked wheat) because these foods contain the bran and the germ in the kernel while in refined grains these have been removed. As a result, whole grains are an excellent source of fibre and are rich in vitamins and minerals. And another good reason to make the switch to whole grains is because they move carcinogens through the intestines faster, lowering cancer and heart disease rates and keeping blood sugar and insulin levels steady.

Mannatech was founded to provide a vehicle for those who desire a purpose driven opportunity that addresses the two biggest concerns families everywhere face: their health and their finances. One leading economist has predicted that the wellness industry will become the next trillion-dollar industry due to an enormous shift taking place in the healthcare industry. Mannatech has positioned itself through its nutritional discoveries and patents to play a significant role. Mannatech's record growth is a testimony to the efforts of those who have chosen to share this amazing story of hope with those so desperately looking for answers.

Sleep yourself thin

Middle-aged women may be able to sleep their way to a trimmer body. In a study that followed more than 68,000 women for 16 years, researchers found that those who caught more sleep each night tended to put on less weight during middle-age. Women who typically clocked five hours of sleep were one third more likely than those who slept for seven hours to have a substantial weight gain (15kg or more) during the study period.
Even a relatively small weight gain can make a health difference; putting on an extra 4.5kg has been shown to double a person's risk of diabetes. Sleep-deprived women were more likely to gain in excess of 13.6kg, and were 15 percent more likely to become obese as they grew older. Although the reasons aren't clear, some research suggests that sleep deprivation alters hormones involved in appetite control and metabolism.
Source: American Journal of Epidemiology

Overall wellness begins with cell-to-cell communication which promotes optimal health throughout your body. The Mannatech Optimal Health System is designed to deliver the nutrients, including glyconutrients--or plant-based monosaccharides--that your cells need to "talk" to one another and to support your immune system. The Optimal Health System protects your cells with antioxidants, nourishes your body with vitamins and minerals and supports your hormonal systems to keep your body in balance. Choose the option that is right for you for total wellness!