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2026 Clinical Guide to Biological Aging Reset the Clock

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LETTER FROM THE CEO

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Q3 PRODUCTS

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SHAKE OF THE QUARTER

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NFU EDU

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PTE EVENT

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TUESDAYS WITH DR. TRACEY

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LONGEVITY

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BONE, JOINT & INFLAMATION

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BODY COMPOSITION

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CLINICIAN’S CORNER

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A Letter from the CEO – Mid-Year 2026 Update

And we're just getting started.

Dear Healthcare Professional Partners,

As we reach the halfway point of 2026, I want to sincerely thank you for your trust, partnership, and unwavering commitment to improving patient outcomes. Together, we are fulfilling our mission of Making the World Healthy.

The second half of 2026 promises even more excitement with the launch of NFU – Nutritional Frontiers University, Tuesday Talks with Dr. Tracey, The New Holistic Truth Podcast, and additional breakthrough formulations designed to keep you at the forefront of patient care. Thank you for being part of the Nutritional Frontiers family. Your trust inspires us, your success motivates us, and your partnership drives us to continually raise the bar. As we enter the second half of the year, know this: we're all in—on education, on innovation, on service, and on helping practitioners transform lives. Together, we're creating a healthier future — one patient, one practice, and one success story at a time.

This year, we went all in.

At Nutritional Frontiers, our foundation is built on Trust, Integrity, Innovation, Quality, and Service, and in 2026 we've doubled down on that commitment. We've made significant investments in our people, infrastructure, and operations— increasing our capacity by more than 300% —because we believe practitioners deserve a partner that is as committed to their success as they are to their patients. We're all in on helping practitioners thrive. We're all in innovation. And most importantly, we're all in on helping patients live healthier, happier lives. Innovation continues to fuel our growth. During the first half of 2026, we proudly introduced seven new formulations designed to address some of today's most important health challenges:

Thank you, God Bless, and continued success to you, your practice, and your patient

Jamie Dorley FOUNDER | OWNER | CEO, NUTRITIONAL FRONTIERS

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NF EDU is Nutritional Frontiers' premier online education platform, created to empower healthcare practitioners, wellness professionals, and students with practical, evidence-based training in functional and integrative medicine. Through expert-led courses, live webinars, clinical protocols, product education, and an active practitioner community, NF EDU helps you build confidence in applying nutrition, supplementation, and lifestyle strategies to improve patient outcomes. Whether you're just getting started or looking to expand your clinical expertise, NF EDU provides the tools, resources, and continuing education to help you grow your knowledge, elevate your practice, and stay at the forefront of functional wellness.

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Professional Training Event

October 22-25, 2026 • Pittsburgh,PA

Saturday, October 24th

Thursday, October 22nd

Nutritional Frontiers Cocktails & Mocktails Opening Reception

Yoga- Ohio Room

6:00p - 9:00p

7:30a - 8:30a

Kara Heinrich Doors Open

Rotunda Bar

8:00a - 9:00a 9:00a - 9:30a

Friday, October 23rd

The Longevity Blueprint: Blue Zone Wisdom Meets Modern Nutrition Welcome & Introductions

9:30a - 11:00a

Nikki Fit

7:30a - 8:30a

Circuit Training Workout- 3x15 minute stations

Dr. Bob Rakowski

8:00a - 9:00a

Doors Open

Shake Break

11:00a - 11:30a 11:30a - 12:30p

Welcome & Introductions

9:00a - 9:30a

The Hidden Cost of Excess Weight: Every Bite is a Bet!

9:30a - 11:00a

The Longevity Jackpot: Biomarkers That Matter

Polina Petrusevich

Lunch

12:30p - 1:30p 1:30p - 2:30p

Dr. Tracey Stroup

Neurological Decline and Brain Aging

Shake Break

11:00a - 11:30a 11:30a - 12:30p

Dr. Len Brancewicz

Managing the Four Horseman of Metabolic Disease

Don’t Let Stress Bankrupt Your Nervous System

2:30p - 3:30p

Dr. Richard Silva

Dr. Darin Mitchell & Jamie Dorley

3:30p - 4:00p 4:00p - 5:30p

Lunch

12:30p - 1:30p 1:30p - 2:30p

Shake Break

High Roller Panel—Day 1 vs. Day 2 Speakers Family Feud Style

Eyes on the Prize: Protecting Vision and Longevity

Dr. Seema Nanda

5:30p - 6:00p 6:00p - 10:00p

Book Signing with all Authors

You Can’t Afford to Gamble with the Quality in Your Supplements

2:30p - 3:30p

Roaring 20's Prohibition Dinner Dance & Gambling

Dinesh Venkateswaren & Jamie Dorley

Sunday, October 25th

Shake Break

3:30p - 4:00p

Jeopardy- Wellness Solutions, Business Solutions, PRT Ingredients, Education

4:00p - 5:30p

9:00a - 9:30a

Morning Meditation: SQ4U

Kristine Genovese

Gateway Clipper Dinner River Cruise

6:00p -10:00p

9:30a - 12:30p

Weekend Send O ff Brunch & Steelers Watch Party

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Professional Training Event

October 22-25, 2026 • Pittsburgh,PA

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Featured Speakers

Dr. Tracey Stroup, BS, NMD, HHC Dr. Tracey Stroup is a Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine, board-certified holistic health coach, and nationally recognized educator in functional medicine. She is passionate about helping healthcare practitioners identify and address the root causes of chronic disease through nutrition, lifestyle medicine, and personalized wellness strategies. Dr. Bob Rakowski, DC, CCN, DACBN, DIBAK Dr. Bob Rakowski is an internationally recognized functional medicine educator who has taught more than 10,000 seminars worldwide. Known for translating complex physiology and biochemistry into practical clinical applications, he has spent over four decades helping healthcare professionals improve patient outcomes through evidence-based nutrition. Polina Petrusevich Polina Petrusevich is the founder of 7.7 Nutrition and a certified nutritionist with more than 15 years of experience in personalized nutrition, weight management, and sports nutrition. Holding advanced certifications from Precision Nutrition, NASM, and NESTA, she combines evidence-based nutrition with behavioral coaching while mentoring healthcare professionals in building successful wellness practices. Dr. Darin Mitchell, DC Dr. Darin Mitchell is the Founder and Lead Chiropractor of his practice and has more than 25 years of experience treating difficult, non-responsive cases. A Summa Cum Laude graduate of Texas Chiropractic College, he is known for his comprehensive approach that integrates chiropractic care, functional medicine, and clinical nutrition.

Jamie Dorley, BS, ACSM Jamie Dorley is the Founder and CEO of Nutritional Frontiers. With over 30 years in the health and wellness industry, he has dedicated his career to advancing practitioner education, functional nutrition, and innovative clinical solutions while leading Nutritional Frontiers' mission of Making the World Healthy. Dr. Richard Silva, D0 Dr. Richard Silva is a physician with more than 25 years of clinical experience specializing in preventive health, metabolic wellness, and lifestyle medicine. He equips practitioners with practical strategies to prevent chronic disease and optimize long-term patient health. Dr. Seema Nanda Dr. Seema Nanda is the Founder and Director of the Nanda Dry Eye & Vision Institute, specializing in dry eye disease, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and complex ocular conditions. She also serves as an Adjunct Clinical Professor with the University of Houston College of Optometry and is a recognized leader in ocular nutrition and vision preservation. Dinesh Venkateswaran Dinesh Venkateswaran is Vice President of Business Development at OmniActive Health Technologies. With more than 15 years in the nutrition industry, he specializes in science-backed ingredients, innovation, quality assurance, and educating practitioners on evidence-based nutritional solutions.

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Tuesdays with Tracey is Nutritional Frontiers' weekly live educational training led by Dr. Tracey Stroup. It's designed to help practitioners and wellness professionals deepen their clinical knowledge while learning practical protocols they can immediately apply in practice. Learn. Grow. Transform your practice. Every Tuesday at 1 PM ET

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Longevity Beyond Biology: A Whole-Person Approach to Healthy Aging

Longevity is no longer defined simply by how many years we live, but by how well we live them. Today, healthcare practitioners are shifting their focus from lifespan to healthspan—the ability to maintain energy, resilience, cognitive function, and vitality throughout life. Nutrition, movement, quality sleep, stress management, and targeted supplementation remain the cornerstones of healthy aging. Yet an increasing number of practitioners recognize that true longevity requires more than supporting the physical body alone. It also requires addressing the mental, emotional, and energetic factors that influence health every day. The future of longevity lies in an integrative approach that honors the body's chemistry and its energetic intelligence.

The program begins with optimizing nutrition, hydration, movement, sleep, and emotional wellness, followed by personalized detoxification, targeted nutritional support, and sustainable lifestyle habits. Depending on an individual's needs, practitioners may incorporate supplements that support healthy aging, such as foundational multivitamins like Womens Complete and Frontier Mens Complee, antioxidant support like Pro Reds, mitochondrial nutrients contained in Power Fuel, digestive and gut health formulas like our flagship formula GI Complete, stress and sleep support like Adrenal Glandular, Adrenamax, Calm Day and Sleep Time, collagen in our latest additions to the line like Collagen 5 and Clean Collagen Protein, or targeted metabolic support like Nutraglutide and Thermogenesis. Nutritional Frontiers offers practitioner-grade formulations designed to support healthy inflammatory balance like SPMs, Xflame, and Inflam; detoxification like Ultimate Shake Plus and Liv Complete, brain health with Brain Boost and NAD+, and cellular resilience as part of individualized wellness protocols. These nutritional tools provide the body with the building blocks it needs to repair, regenerate, and perform optimally. But even the best nutritional protocol may have limitations if chronic stress continues to keep the body in survival mode. In fact, it’s nearly impossible to heal when the nervous system is on high alert.

THE PHYSICAL FOUNDATION OF LONGEVITY

Every day, our bodies are exposed to stressors that can influence the aging process, including poor nutrition, environmental toxins, chronic inflammation, oxidative stress, and inadequate recovery. These factors can impact mitochondrial function, immune resilience, hormone balance, and cellular repair. This is where a comprehensive nutritional strategy becomes essential. Nutritional Frontiers has long emphasized building health through foundational lifestyle principles supported by therapeutic-grade supplementation. Our NF4Life program encourages practitioners and patients to follow a progressive model of wellness: Reset, Remove, Rebuild, and Recharge.

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By Kristine Genovese, CGO

Longevity Beyond Biology: A Whole-Person Approach to Healthy Aging

THE MISSING PIECE: ENERGETIC HEALTH While nutrition nourishes the body, our thoughts, emotions, beliefs, and life experiences continually shape how that body functions. Chronic emotional stress can influence nervous system regulation, sleep quality, digestion, immune function, and recovery. Over time, these patterns contribute to the physiological burden often associated with accelerated aging, chronic dis-ease, and prolonged illness. Bioenergetic healing recognizes that the body is not only biochemical but also bioelectrical and energetic. Every experience leaves an imprint, and unresolved energetic patterns, traumas, and self- limiting beliefs may affect overall well-being long after the original event has passed. Supporting longevity, therefore, involves helping the body restore balance on every level—not only physically, but mentally, emotionally, and energetically. WHERE THE SOUL INTELLIGENCE® METHOD FITS The Soul Intelligence® Method complements nutritional and functional medicine approaches by addressing the energetic patterns that may underlie stress and imbalance. Rather than focusing solely on symptoms, the method works to identify and clear energetic blocks that may contribute to the root of the mental, emotional, and physical challenges that the person is experiencing. By helping clients release limiting patterns and restore energetic coherence, the Soul Intelligence® Method supports greater emotional resilience, mental clarity, and a deeper sense of well-being.

When the nervous system shifts from a chronic stress response toward a more regulated, open receiving state, the body is often better positioned to absorb and utilize the benefits of nutrition, supplementation, restorative sleep, movement, and other wellness interventions. In this way, the Soul Intelligence Method is not a replacement for nutritional care—it is a complementary modality that helps create an internal environment where healing can truly flourish. THE POWER OF INTEGRATION Imagine longevity as a tree. Nutrition fertilizes the roots by supplying essential nutrients for cellular health. Lifestyle habits strengthen the trunk through movement, sleep, hydration, and recovery. Therapeutic-grade supplementation supports the branches by addressing individual nutritional needs. The Soul Intelligence® Method nourishes the unseen root system beneath the surface deep in the subconscious soil where—the energetic, emotional, and mental patterns influence the health of the entire tree. When both the physical and energetic aspects of health are supported together, practitioners can offer a truly whole-person approach to wellness.

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By Kristine Genovese, CGO

The Divine Time Out: When Your Body Forces You to Listen

A NEW VISION OF HEALTHY AGING The future of integrative healthcare isn't about choosing between science and energy medicine. It's about recognizing that each addresses a different aspect of human health. Therapeutic nutrition and personalized supplementation provide the body with the biochemical resources it needs to thrive. Bioenergetic healing helps restore the energetic and emotional balance that supports resilience and adaptability. Together, they create a more complete picture of longevity— one that goes beyond preventing decline and instead cultivates vitality, purpose, and well-being at every stage of life. Because true longevity isn't simply about adding years to life. It's about adding life to every year.

Most healing treats the surface. Bioenergetic Healing goes deeper. SQ ENERGY TIP: Flow and Water.

Almost nothing teaches the body to stop being in survival mode quicker than water.

The ocean doesn't let you stay in your head. You either soften, attune, and respond or you will get taken under by a wave. Water heals your nervous system and activates your flow state. Being near water lowers cortisol, creates a higher vagal tone, and can even improve sleep. This summer allow your body to flow in water, a lake, a river, a pond, a stream, an ocean. Your nervous system will thank you.

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By Kristine Genovese, CGO

A New Frontier in Healthcare

The most powerful medicine we have isn't found in a prescription bottle—it's found in the daily choices we make to nourish our bodies, strengthen our resilience, and invest in our future health.

OUR VISION BEYOND SUPPLEMENTS From the outset, our aim has never been to establish “another supplement company.” Our mission has always been far more profound than merely creating products. We strive to educate healthcare practitioners, empower individuals, and enhance the understanding of science-based nutrition through innovative solutions that foster lasting health and vitality. True wellness, in our view, is about enabling people to thrive at every life stage—not just to survive or manage symptoms. PROACTIVE WELLNESS APPROACH At Nutritional Frontiers, we have consistently maintained that wellness begins well before the onset of disease. Instead of waiting for illness to strike, we champion a proactive approach that emphasizes health building, performance optimization, and supporting the body's natural ability to operate at its peak potential. Prevention, education, and lifestyle optimization are fundamental to everything we do. COMMITMENT TO EMPOWERMENT Our dedication goes beyond simply delivering premium nutritional products. We are devoted to offering evidence-based education, clinical resources, and practical tools that empower healthcare practitioners to make informed choices and provide exceptional care. Simultaneously, we aim to equip individuals with the knowledge and confidence to actively participate in their own health journeys.

By Jamie Dorley, BS, ACSM Founder & CEO, Nutritional Frontiers

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A New Frontier in Healthcare

I truly believe we're entering one of the most exciting eras in the history of healthcare. Advances in longevity science, personalized nutrition, artificial intelligence, functional laboratory testing, and precision wellness are transforming the way we think about health.Yet despite all of these incredible innovations, the fundamentals remain remarkably simple. Eat real food. Move your body. Sleep deeply. Manage stress. Stay connected to your purpose. Nourish your body with high-quality nutrition. Love the people around you. And never stop learning. These timeless principles have guided my life, shaped Nutritional Frontiers, and inspired thousands of practitioners across the country to help their patients build health instead of waiting to treat disease. The future of healthcare belongs to those who choose prevention over reaction, education over confusion, and hope over fear. My hope is that every reader understands this simple truth: You have far more influence over your future health than you may realize. Every healthy meal. Every workout. Every good night's sleep. Every moment spent reducing stress. Every positive choice. They all matter.

BECAUSE TRUE HEALTH ISN'T CREATED OVERNIGHT. IT'S BUILT ONE DECISION AT A TIME. AND THAT'S A FUTURE WORTH INVESTING IN.

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RESET the Clock: The 2026 Clinical Guide to Biological Aging, Metabolic Health & Longevity

Aging Is No Longer About Time — It’s About Function. For decades, aging has been treated as inevitable—a linear decline marked by wrinkles, fatigue, and chronic disease. But in 2026, the conversation has shifted. We now understand: Aging is not simply the passage of time—it is the accumulation of cellular dysfunction.

WHEN BIOLOGICAL AGE EXCEEDS CHRONOLOGICAL AGE, WE SEE: Cardiovascular disease Metabolic syndrome Cognitive decline Hormonal dysregulation Accelerated musculoskeletal degeneration This is not inevitable decline. It is system dysregulation. And it is reversible with the right interventions. THE 2026 REALITY: AGING = INFLAMMATION + METABOLIC DYSFUNCTION Modern research continues to confirm: The primary drivers of aging are chronic inflammation (“inflammaging”) and metabolic dysfunction. These manifest clinically as: Insulin resistance Endothelial dysfunction Oxidative stress

While chronological age moves forward predictably, biological age is dynamic modifiable, and clinically actionable.

Patients are no longer asking: “How do I look younger?” They’re asking: “How do I function better, longer?”

And as providers, this is where we lead.

BIOLOGICAL AGE: THE NEW CLINICAL VITAL SIGN Biological aging reflects: Cellular damage Mitochondrial efficiency

Mitochondrial decline Gut barrier disruption

This is why the most effective longevity strategies today are not cosmetic —they are metabolic and cellular

Inflammatory burden Metabolic flexibility Hormonal resilience

By Dr. Tracey Stroup, ND

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RESET the Clock: The 2026 Clinical Guide to Biological Aging, Metabolic Health & Longevity

THE BIOHACKING EVOLUTION: FROM TRENDS CLINICAL STRATEGY The original concept of biohacking—popularized as “DIY biology”—has evolved. In 2026, biohacking is no longer fringe. IT IS: Data-driven

COLLAGEN, HA & CONNECTIVE TISSUE: Structural Longevity Collagen remains the most abundant protein in the human body and is foundational to:

Skin integrity Joint function Vascular health Gut lining

Biomarker-guided Clinically applied

With aging:

Collagen synthesis declines Breakdown accelerates Repair mechanisms weaken

Foundational interventions still matter: Nutrition Sleep Movement Detoxification But now we go deeper:

2026 Clinical Insight: Collagen is no longer viewed as cosmetic—it is metabolic and structural medicine.

We optimize cellular energy, reduce inflammation, and restore communication between systems.

The Four Systems That Age First (and Fastest) Your original framework remains clinically relevant— and now even more validated: 1. Skin (Collagen + Hydration + Inflammation) 2. Brain (Neuroinflammation + Mitochondria) 3. Muscle & Joints (Protein turnover + recovery) 4. Gut (Immune regulation + nutrient absorption)

These systems are early indicators of deeper dysfunction—and powerful entry points for intervention.

By Dr. Tracey Stroup, ND

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RESET the Clock: The 2026 Clinical Guide to Biological Aging, Metabolic Health & Longevity

TARGETED NF SUPPORT COLLAGEN + METABOLIC SUPPORT Clean Collagen Protein Hydrobeef ™ hydrolyzed collagen protein from grass- fed cows MCT oil and fiber for digestive + metabolic support Stimulates collagenic tissue regeneration, skin hydration, and elasticity Now in two incredible flavors: Cacao and Rocket Pop NET-O KETO Bovine collagen peptides for structural integrity Healthy fats for hormonal + metabolic support Supports body composition, skin elasticity, and recovery

BEAUTY COMPLETE

Contains Cynatine Keratin Peptide Improves hair strength Promotes healthy skin and nails and joints Advanced Connective Tissue Matrix BioCell Collagen® (as featured in HA Plus & Collagen Creamer) Type II collagen + low molecular weight hyaluronic acid + chondroitin sulfate Supports: Skin elasticity + hydration

Joint mobility + synovial fluid integrity Reduction in inflammatory biomarkers

CLINICALLY SHOWN TO SUPPORT: Wrinkle reduction Joint comfort Recovery + resilience

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RESET the Clock: The 2026 Clinical Guide to Biological Aging, Metabolic Health & Longevity

METABOLIC + CARDIO SUPPORT Blood Sugar + Insulin Sensitivity Nutraglutide Contains 7 researched patented trademarked ingredients Assists with insulin resistance Cortisol balance Blood sugar regulation Sweet Balance Contains Dahlia extract Supports healthy glucose & lipid metabolism

MOLECULAR SIZE MATTERS: BIOAVAILABILITY IS EVERYTHING In 2026, formulation science has evolved beyond ingredients alone. We now prioritize:

Molecular weight Delivery systems Synergistic compounds Low molecular weight hyaluronic acid: Enhances absorption Improves tissue hydration

Supports extracellular matrix integrity This is where premium, research-backed formulations outperform commodity supplements. METABOLIC HEALTH: THE CORE OF LONGEVITY No conversation about aging is complete without addressing metabolism.

Has shown to help to lower A1C Helps with post meal sugar spikes

Glucolyze

Maintain healthy glucose levels Reduce cravings and helps with weight management Aids with glucose transport and utilization by cells

Metabolic dysfunction drives: Cardiovascular disease

Type 2 diabetes Cognitive decline Accelerated aging Clinical Focus Areas:

Cardiovascular + Endothelial Support Seven Flowers

Contains 7 Traditional Chinese Medicine Blue Flowers Relaxes the nervous system and reduces the stress on the cardiovascular system Circucore

Blood sugar regulation Mitochondrial function Fat oxidation Lean muscle preservation

Designed to enhance circulation Supports Nitric Oxide production

Cardiostack

“There are no longer “add- ons”—they are core longevity interventions .”

Assists with Oxygen utilization Helps with blood pressure management

By Dr. Tracey Stroup, ND

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RESET the Clock: The 2026 Clinical Guide to Biological Aging, Metabolic Health & Longevity

THE BRAIN–BODY–METABOLIC CONNECTION Emerging research continues to validate: Insulin resistance affects the brain first Inflammation drives neurodegeneration Stress accelerates biological aging This creates a powerful clinical opportunity: Treat metabolism → improve cognition, mood, and longevity.

GUT HEALTH: THE IMMUNE + AGING COMMAND CENTER The gut is now recognized as:

FINAL CLINICAL TAKEAWAY Aging is not a decline—it is a reflection of how well the body is communicating, producing energy, and

adapting to stress. When we support: Cellular energy

The largest immune organ A regulator of inflammation A key driver of aging Gut dysfunction contributes to: Allergies Autoimmunity Metabolic syndrome Skin conditions 2026 Focus: Microbiome diversity Gut barrier integrity Reduction of endotoxemia

Structural integrity Metabolic balance Inflammatory control We don’t just slow aging. We optimize life. CLOSING THOUGHT FOR PRACTITIONERS Your patients are not looking for: Another anti-aging cream Another quick fix They are looking for: A strategy to extend their vitality, clarity, and quality of life. And with the right combination of: Clinical insight

THE FUTURE OF AGING: INTEGRATIVE, PERSONALIZED, PREVENTIVE The most successful providers today are: ✔ Addressing root cause ✔ Personalizing protocols ✔ Combining lifestyle + targeted supplementation ✔ Thinking in systems—not symptoms

Nutritional intervention Advanced formulations

With Nutritional Frontiers as your partner, you can help them RESET the clock—at the cellular level.

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NutraGlutide

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Stop Chasing the Scale: Why Body Composition Matters More Than Weight Loss

The Real Secret to Looking Better, Feeling Stronger, and Living Longer

For decades, we've been conditioned to judge our health by a single number—the one staring back at us on the bathroom scale. But the truth is, weight loss and better health are not always the same thing. I've spent more than 30 years helping athletes, healthcare professionals, and everyday people transform their health. One lesson has remained constant: it's not about losing weight—it's about improving body composition. There are three main areas to consider: Body Weight: Body Weight is strictly how much you weigh. BMI: Body Mass Index which considers both height and weight, assigning you a numerical score to determining whether you are the right weight for your height Body Composition: Body Composition is the most complete and accurate way to determine your overall health. Body composition refers to the percentage of lean muscle, body fat, water, and bone in your body. Two people can weigh exactly the same, yet one may be metabolically healthy with strong muscles and low

body fat, while the other has excess

body fat and significantly

Muscle is one of the greatest predictors of healthy aging. It supports metabolism, blood sugar balance, mobility, bone health, cardiovascular fitness, and overall quality of life. As we age, maintaining lean muscle becomes even more important because we naturally lose muscle mass if we don't actively preserve it. That's why our goal at Nutritional Frontiers has never been simply to help people lose pounds. Our goal is to help them build healthier, stronger, more resilient bodies.

less muscle mass. The scale can't tell the difference —but your body can

By Jamie Dorley, BS, ACSM Founder & CEO, Nutritional Frontiers

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Stop Chasing the Scale: Why Body Composition Matters More Than Weight Loss

Healthy blood sugar balance plays a major role in body composition because insulin influences how the body stores and utilizes energy. Supporting healthy glucose metabolism can make it easier to maintain energy levels while complementing healthy eating and exercise habits. Nutritional Frontiers offers NutraGlutide, GlucoLyze , and Sweet Balance to support healthy glucose metabolism already within normal ranges as part of a healthy lifestyle. These formulations work best when combined with balanced meals, regular physical activity, and consistent sleep. Exercise also deserves a mindset shift. Too many people spend hours performing endless cardio while neglecting resistance training. While cardiovascular exercise supports heart health, building and preserving muscle should be a priority at every age. Strength training two to four times each week, combined with walking, interval training, flexibility work, and adequate recovery, creates an environment where the body can build lean muscle while reducing excess body fat.

Your body requires adequate protein, vitamins, minerals, healthy fats, healthy carbohydrates and phytonutrients to build and maintain lean muscle while supporting healthy fat metabolism. Many people consume too few quality nutrients while taking in too many processed calories.

THAT'S WHERE TARGETED NUTRITION CAN HELP.

Your body requires adequate protein, vitamins, minerals, healthy fats, healthy carbohydrates and phytonutrients to build and maintain lean muscle while supporting healthy fat metabolism. Many people consume too few quality nutrients while taking In too many processed calories. That's where targeted nutrition can help. Ultimate Shake and Super Shake provide high-quality protein along with essential vitamins, minerals, and nutrients to support lean muscle development and recovery. Pro Lean Greens delivers concentrated phytonutrients, antioxidants, and greens that help fill nutritional gaps and support overall wellness. Together, they create a convenient nutritional foundation for individuals working to improve body composition. Metabolic health is equally important.

By Jamie Dorley, BS, ACSM Founder & CEO, Nutritional Frontiers

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Stop Chasing the Scale: Why Body Composition Matters More Than Weight Loss

Recovery is where transformation happens.

Quality sleep, stress management, hydration, and proper nutrition all influence hormones that regulate appetite, muscle repair, and fat metabolism. Chronic stress and poor sleep can make it significantly more difficult to achieve body composition goals, regardless of how hard you exercise. Supporting the body's normal response to stress with healthy lifestyle habits, along with formulations such as AdrenaMax and Mag Complete , can complement a comprehensive wellness program by supporting relaxation, recovery, and overall resilience. Finally, remember that lasting transformation isn't achieved through crash diets or quick fixes. It comes from creating sustainable habits that you can maintain for life. Eat whole, nutrient-dense foods. Prioritize protein. Lift weights. Walk every day. Stay hydrated. Sleep seven to nine hours. Manage stress. Support your body with high-quality nutritional formulations. When you shift your focus from simply losing weight to improving body composition, something remarkable happens. You stop chasing a number on the scale and start building a healthier body from the inside out. That's real transformation. That's sustainable wellness . And that's how we help people thrive—not just survive.

By Jamie Dorley, BS, ACSM Founder & CEO, Nutritional Frontiers

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CLINICIAN’S CORNER Three Levers for Lasting Weight Loss A Smarter Metabolic Approach to Healthy Weight Management

Lasting weight management is rarely about willpower alone. Body weight is the sum of many interacting systems — the gut microbiome, blood-sugar and insulin signaling, stress hormones, appetite regulation, and the rate at which the body burns fuel for heat. When we address only one of these levers, results often stall. A more complete strategy supports several pathways at once, alongside the foundational lifestyle habits of whole-food nutrition, movement, sleep, and hydration. PROBIO-3 — BEGIN IN THE GUT A resilient microbiome is the quiet foundation of metabolic health. The bacteria in the digestive tract influence how efficiently we extract calories, how we regulate appetite signals, and how much low- grade inflammation we carry — all of which shape

Three professional-grade formulas from Nutritional Frontiers are designed to work together across these pathways: ProBio-3, NutraGlutide, and Thermogenesis Complete.

body composition. ProBio-3 delivers a complete pre-, pro-, and post-biotic approach: a 10-billion-CFU blend of clinically studied strains including Bacillus coagulans (LactoSpore®), Lactobacillus acidophilus (NCFM®), Bifidobacterium lactis (Bl-04®), and Lacticaseibacillus casei, paired with Litesse® prebiotic fiber and a CALCEOBIOTIC™ postbiotic. Together they support digestive comfort, gut-barrier integrity, and balanced immune function — the terrain on which the other two formulas do their work.

WHY THE GUT–HORMONE CONNECTION MATTERS A balanced microbiome helps regulate the very hormones that govern hunger and blood sugar. That is why pairing ProBio-3 with NutraGlutide is more than additive — a healthier gut environment can make the body more responsive to metabolic support.

By Len Brancewicz, NMD, CCN, RPh, DHPh

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CLINICIAN’S CORNER Three Levers for Lasting Weight Loss A Smarter Metabolic Approach to Healthy Weight Management

NUTRAGLUTIDE — BALANCE BLOOD SUGAR & STRESS Stubborn belly fat and restless sleep often trace back to insulin resistance and elevated cortisol. NutraGlutide targets several mechanisms of weight gain at once. Berberine and CinSulin® cinnamon support healthy insulin sensitivity and post-meal glucose; chromium assists normal glucose metabolism; Sensoril® ashwagandha and L-theanine help moderate cortisol and promote the restful sleep that supports fat loss; and Capsimax® and Sirtmax® black ginger add a thermogenic, circulation-supporting note. It is a natural, food-based way to support the same GLP-1–style metabolic balance many patients are seeking.

Figure 1. Each formula emphasizes different metabolic levers; together they cover the full picture.

THERMOGENESIS COMPLETE — TURN UP THE BURN With the gut and hormonal foundation in place, the final lever is energy expenditure. Thermogenesis Complete combines botanicals that gently raise the body’s heat production and support fat metabolism: green coffee bean extract and Capsimax® capsicum to encourage thermogenesis, Garcinia cambogia (60% HCA) and Irvingia gabonensis (IGOB131®) for appetite and fat-production support, raspberry ketones to promote the breakdown of fats, and mulberry leaf for healthy blood-sugar balance. Even modest gains in daily heat production add up over time — as the chart below illustrates, thermogenesis is a meaningful slice of how we spend calories each day.

By Len Brancewicz, NMD, CCN, RPh, DHPh

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CLINICIAN’S CORNER Three Levers for Lasting Weight Loss A Smarter Metabolic Approach to Healthy Weight Management

Figure 2. Thermogenic and non-exercise activity together represent a substantial, modifiable share of daily calorie burn.

PUTTING IT TOGETHER A simple daily rhythm brings the three levers into alignment: take ProBio-3 to nurture the microbiome, NutraGlutide to steady blood sugar and stress, and Thermogenesis Complete to support fat metabolism — all layered on top of nutritious eating, regular movement, and good sleep. As always, patients taking medications for blood sugar or blood pressure, and those who are pregnant or nursing, should consult their healthcare practitioner before beginning. Progress is best measured not by the scale alone, but by how clothes fit, energy holds, and sleep restores — the quiet signs that the whole system is moving in the right direction.

✦ SCRIPTURE REFLECTION ✦ “Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.” 3 John 1:2 (KJV)

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Individual results vary. Always consult your healthcare practitioner before beginning a new supplement program.

By Len Brancewicz, NMD, CCN, RPh, DHPh

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Inflammation: The Root of All Dis-Ease

Why Chronic Inflammation May Be the Most Important Health Challenge of Our Time

When I began practicing more than 30 years ago, healthcare focused largely on diagnosing disease and managing symptoms. Today, we know that many of the chronic conditions affecting millions of people share something much deeper in common—a persistent, silent process occurring long before symptoms appear. That process is chronic inflammation. Inflammation itself is not the enemy. In fact, it's one of the body's most remarkable survival mechanisms. Acute inflammation protects us from infection, repairs damaged tissues, and initiates healing. But when inflammation becomes chronic—driven by poor lifestyle habits, environmental toxins, stress, and metabolic dysfunction—it transforms from protector to destroyer. The scientific evidence has become impossible to ignore. More than half of all deaths worldwide are now linked to chronic inflammatory diseases, including cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, cancer, neurodegenerative disorders, fatty liver disease, kidney disease, and metabolic syndrome. Chronic inflammation has quietly become one of the greatest threats to longevity and quality of life. The good news is that while your underlying genetic code is fixed, inflammation—and even how your genes express themselves—is measurable and modifiable, largely shaped by the choices you make every day.

THE SEVEN DRIVERS WE CAN CONTROL One of the greatest misconceptions about chronic disease is that it simply happens with age. In reality, inflammation is often fueled by predictable lifestyle factors that accumulate over decades. Research consistently identifies seven primary drivers: Diets high in ultra-processed foods Excess visceral body fat Chronic psychological stress Poor sleep quality Sedentary behavior Gut permeability and dysbiosis Environmental toxins including smoking and air pollution These factors don't work independently—they amplify one another. Poor nutrition disrupts the microbiome. Chronic stress elevates cortisol. Sleep deprivation worsens insulin resistance. Physical inactivity impairs circulation and metabolism. Together, they create the perfect environment for chronic inflammatory signaling. THE FOOD WE EAT IS PROGRAMMING OUR BIOLOGY Perhaps nothing illustrates this better than today's ultra-processed food supply. Large population studies continue to demonstrate that as consumption of ultra-processed foods increases, so does the risk of chronic disease and premature death. Every incremental increase in processed food intake contributes to greater inflammatory burden.

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Inflammation: The Root of All Dis-Ease Why Chronic Inflammation May Be the Most Important Health Challenge of Our Time

This isn't simply about calories or fat. Ultra-processed foods alter the gut microbiome, weaken the intestinal barrier, increase endotoxin leakage into circulation, impair insulin signaling, and activate inflammatory pathways such as NF- κ B. The result is systemic inflammation that affects virtually every organ system. Food is more than fuel—it is biological information. Every meal either supports healing or promotes dysfunction. SITTING HAS BECOME THE NEW SMOKING Another modern contributor that often goes unnoticed is prolonged sitting. Many people exercise for an hour each day but remain sedentary for the remaining fifteen waking hours. Unfortunately, our metabolism doesn't work that way. Extended sitting suppresses lipoprotein lipase activity, reducing the body's ability to metabolize fats efficiently. It decreases GLUT4-mediated glucose uptake, promotes insulin resistance, impairs endothelial function, reduces nitric oxide production, and increases inflammatory cytokines such as TNF- α while lowering protective anti-inflammatory mediators.

HEAL THE GUT TO CALM THE FIRE As functional medicine practitioners, we've long understood that gastrointestinal health influences every system of the body. When the intestinal barrier becomes compromised, bacterial endotoxins can enter circulation and stimulate a chronic immune response. Over time, this inflammatory cascade may contribute to joint discomfort, cardiovascular dysfunction, metabolic imbalance, cognitive decline, and accelerated aging.

Supporting gut integrity should be one of the first priorities in any wellness program.

At Nutritional Frontiers, GI Complete provides comprehensive gastrointestinal support with L- glutamine, zinc carnosine, DGL, arabinogalactans, slippery elm, and marshmallow root to help nourish the intestinal lining and support healthy barrier function. When combined with nutrient-dense nutrition and a healthy lifestyle, improving gut health often becomes the catalyst for reducing whole-body inflammation.

Even three hours of uninterrupted sitting has been shown to impair healthy vascular function.

The solution is surprisingly simple. Move frequently.

Stand up. Walk. Stretch. Perform resistance training. Every movement restores circulation, improves metabolic flexibility, and reduces inflammatory signaling.

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Inflammation: The Root of All Dis-Ease Why Chronic Inflammation May Be the Most Important Health Challenge of Our Time

BEYOND REDUCING INFLAMMATION— SUPPORTING RESOLUTION One of the most exciting advances in modern immunology is understanding that inflammation doesn't simply fade away. The body has an active resolution phase that signals immune cells to stop fighting, remove damaged tissue, and begin repair. Supporting this process may be just as important as controlling excessive inflammatory activity. Nutritional Frontiers SPM provides Specialized Pro- Resolving Mediators that help support the body's natural inflammatory resolution pathways, encouraging tissue recovery, cellular cleanup, and a healthy return to homeostasis. For comprehensive daily inflammatory support, Inflam combines an impressive array of clinically researched botanical ingredients including CurcuWIN® curcumin, boswellia, ginger root, green tea extract (EGCG), holy basil, berberine, bromelain, baical skullcap, resveratrol, and BioPerine®. Together, these nutrients help support antioxidant defenses, healthy inflammatory pathways, cellular protection, and nutrient absorption. For patients requiring advanced support for joint comfort, mobility, immune balance, and oxidative stress, X Flame represents the next evolution in anti- inflammatory nutrition. Featuring Cetyl myristoleate, CurcuWIN®, DMG HCl (dimethylglycine), and synergistic botanicals including boswellia, gingerols, bromelain, and BioPerine®, X Flame is formulated to support healthy cytokine balance, immune resilience, joint function, and cellular recovery while enhancing nutrient bioavailability.

TOGETHER, THESE FORMULATIONS EXEMPLIFY THE NUTRITIONAL FRONTIERS PHILOSOPHY: SUPPORT THE BODY'S PHYSIOLOGY RATHER THAN SIMPLY SUPPRESS ITS SIGNALS. THE FUTURE OF HEALTHCARE BEGINS BEFORE DISEASE As clinicians, we should no longer ask only, "What disease does this patient have?"

A better question is: "What is driving the inflammation?"

When we improve nutrition, restore healthy movement, optimize sleep, reduce stress, heal the gut, minimize toxic exposures, and provide targeted nutritional support, we address the common denominator underlying many chronic health challenges. Inflammation is not an inevitable consequence of aging. It is a dynamic biological process that can be measured, influenced, and, in many cases, dramatically improved. The future of healthcare isn't simply about treating disease after it develops.

It's about creating an internal environment where disease is less likely to thrive.

And that journey begins by putting out the fire before it becomes an inferno. .

By Dr. Bob Rakowski, DC, CCN Nutritional Frontiers Brand Ambassador

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Beyond Supplements: The Business Partner Every Healthcare Practice Needs

HOW NUTRITIONAL FRONTIERS COMBINES EDUCATION, TECHNOLOGY, MARKETING, AND BUSINESS SOLUTIONS TO HELP HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS Running a successful healthcare practice today requires far more than clinical expertise. Providers must educate patients, manage inventory, market their services, embrace new technology, train staff, and maintain profitability—all while delivering exceptional care. At Nutritional Frontiers, we understand these challenges because we've spent decades working alongside healthcare professionals. That's why we created NF Business Solutions —a comprehensive practice development system designed to help providers improve patient outcomes while building stronger, more profitable businesses. Unlike companies that simply manufacture supplements, Nutritional Frontiers becomes an extension of your practice. Our mission is simple: Improve Patient Outcomes and Increase Practice Profits. Every solution we offer is designed to save practitioners time, strengthen patient relationships, increase compliance, and create sustainable practice growth. Education is the foundation of everything we do because educated practitioners create empowered patients. NF provides an extensive library of clinical resources, including Product Tech Sheets, the Professional Training Guide, Wellness Solutions, the NF4Life Patient Program, office materials, webinars,Tuesdays with Dr. Tracey, in- office staff training, The Holistic Truth Podcast, and our nationally recognized Professional Training Events (PTEs)

NF BUSINESS SOLUTIONS PROVIDES PROVEN MARKETING RESOURCES TO HELP PRACTITIONERS INCREASE VISIBILITY, ATTRACT NEW PATIENTS, AND STRENGTHEN PATIENT RETENTION. We're also excited to launch NFUedu.com this October—our new online educational platform featuring webinars, provider courses, Wellness Solutionstraining, and on-demand educational content. Whether you're onboarding a new team member or expanding your clinical expertise, NFU is designed to help your entire practice succeed. Practice growth requires more than education—it requires effective marketing. That's why NF Business Solutions provides proven marketing resources to help practitioners increase visibility, attract new patients, and strengthen patient retention. Each quarter we focus on the health concerns providers are seeing seasonally, then build educational campaigns around those topics with webinars, patient education materials, office posters, and promotional tools. We also share successful marketing strategies from practices across the country, including supplement loyalty programs, "Buy 3, Get 1 Free" promotions, and patient appreciation campaigns that encourage long-term compliance while increasing revenue.

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