Fifth Herbalife Asia-Pacific Wellness Tour
seeks to address health issues associated with sedentary
lifestyles, and deepen practical understanding on the benefits of a
healthy, active life
Herbalife, a global nutrition company (NYSE: HLF), today
released the findings from the new Nutrition At Work Survey, which
revealed that the majority of Asia-Pacific’s workforce lead largely
sedentary lifestyles, putting them at risk of obesity. The Survey1,
which was designed to understand the lifestyle habits and attitudes
of Asia Pacific’s modern workforce, was conducted in March with
5,500 full-time workers in 11 Asia-Pacific markets.
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According to the survey findings, nine out of 10 workers (85
percent) spend at least six hours a day sitting at their desk, with
five out of 10 eating lunch at their work desk two to five times
per week. Indonesia had the highest number of workers eating at
their desks, with 71 percent eating lunch at their desk two to five
times per week.
The survey also revealed that majority of Asia Pacific’s
workforce (83 percent) exercise less than three times per week,
with six out of 10 getting less than 30 minutes of physical
activity a day at their workplace. This situation is of greater
concern in Hong Kong, where 66 percent of the local workforce
engage in physical activity once a week or less, with seven out of
10 workers getting less than 30 minutes of physical activity a day
– a significantly worrying trend in a market that has been
recording rising obesity rates in recent years.
Nevertheless, the risk of obesity could be averted if Asia
Pacific workers decide to take control over their own nutritional
intake and exercise regimen. Close to seven out of 10 workers (67
percent) affirmed that they strive to live a healthy, active life;
however, the majority of them noted that they find it difficult to
stay active during workdays.
“While a majority of Asia Pacific’s workforce desire to lead
healthy, active lives, there are tangible constraints preventing
them from doing so,” said Frank Lamberti, Herbalife Senior Vice
President and Managing Director, North Asia. “As a global
nutrition company, we hope to help people in the region take
practical steps towards leading healthy, active lives. By
incorporating positive nutrition habits and physical activity into
their current lifestyles, we hope that this will help reduce
obesity risks and result in positive improvements to their overall
well-being over time.”
Aimed at addressing health issues associated with sedentary
lifestyles, and deepening practical understanding on the benefits
of healthy, active lifestyles, Herbalife launched its fifth Asia
Pacific Wellness Tour 2016, held in the months of April and May.
The latest edition of the Wellness Tour builds upon the successes
of the past four tours that welcomed more than 80,000 participants
across the region, and features a host of medical symposiums, talks
and workshops led by seven experts from Herbalife’s Nutrition
Advisory Board (NAB), covering 26 cities across Australia,
Cambodia, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Macau, New
Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand and Vietnam.
Besides sharing their expert views on a wide range of
health-related topics, including weight management, brain health
and aging, metabolism, sports medicine, sports science and
nutrition, Herbalife’s NAB experts will also address health and
nutrition related issues associated with sedentary lifestyles and
share practical tips on how today’s workforce can live healthier
lives by making simple changes to their daily lifestyles. Health
and medical professionals, academics, as well as the general public
can also engage in lively dialogues with Herbalife’s NAB experts at
the locally-held events, and network with like-minded professionals
through the Herbalife Asia-Pacific Wellness Tour platform.
“With each new iteration of the Wellness Tour, we are seeing an
increasing number of people gain practical knowledge to lead
healthier and more active lives. We hope that this year’s Tour will
further empower people to take charge of their nutritional intake
and exercise regimen, so that they can enjoy the full benefits of a
healthier life,” said Stephen Conchie, Herbalife Vice President
and General Manager, Southeast Asia. “This year, we are also
delighted to welcome Dr. Darren Burgess to our team of Herbalife
NAB experts visiting the region. With his deep expertise in sports
science and nutrition, we look forward to having him share his
insights and perspectives, and connecting with local professionals
and consumers on this edition of the Wellness Tour.”
The Herbalife NAB experts participating in the Wellness Tour
include:
- Dr. David Heber, chairman of the
Herbalife Nutrition Institute and Nutrition Advisory Board. A
leading expert in the field of nutrition, named as one of “The
World’s Most Influential Scientific Minds” by Thomson Reuters in
2014 and repeatedly included in “The Best Doctors in America”.
- Dr. Gary Small, a specialist in
brain health and aging. He has authored over 500 scientific works
and received numerous awards and honors, including the "Senior
Investigator Award" from the American Association for Geriatric
Psychiatry.
- Dr. Chin-Kun Wang, an expert in
metabolism and nutrition, with a focus on the clinical evaluation
of nutritional supplements, nutraceuticals, functional foods and
herbs. He was awarded the National Award of Biomedicine in Taiwan
in 2008 for his contribution to medical education.
- Dr. Julian Alvarez Garcia, a
specialist in sports medicine and sports physiology who has advised
professional teams, national teams and individual athletes on a
range of disciplines including weightlifting, triathlons, mountain
biking, football and basketball.
- Dr. Darren Burgess, an expert in
sports science and nutrition who has authored papers in multiple
peer review journals. He is also the current Head of High
Performance at Port Adelaide Football (AFL) Club, and the former
Head of Fitness and Conditioning at Liverpool Football Club.
- Dr. Nataniel Viuniski, an expert
in pediatrics and nutrition who has authored “Childhood Obesity – A
Practical Guide”. He is also currently an advisor to Brazil's
Health and Education Ministry for Childhood Obesity.
- Dr. Francis Gregory Samonte, one
of the Philippines’ premier experts in pediatric neurology, and the
first Filipino appointed to the NAB. He was a recipient of the
Chairman’s Achievement Award from the University of Louisville,
Kentucky’s Department of Pediatrics.
The NAB experts will also be joined by Dr. Luigi Gratton,
Herbalife’s vice president of nutrition education and development,
who has written numerous articles on nutrition and obesity, and has
appeared on television speaking on nutrition, anti-aging medicine,
sports nutrition and other medical topics.
1Herbalife’s Nutrition At Work Survey was conducted in March
2016, with 5,500 respondents aged 18 and above, from Australia,
Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore,
South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand and Vietnam.
About Herbalife
Herbalife is a global nutrition company that has been changing
people’s lives with great products since 1980. Our nutrition,
weight-management, energy and fitness and personal care products
are available exclusively to and through dedicated Independent
Herbalife Members in more than 90 countries. We are committed to
addressing the global obesity epidemic by offering high-quality
products, one-on-one coaching with a Herbalife Member and a
community that inspires customers to live a healthy, active
life.
We support the Herbalife Family Foundation (HFF) and its Casa
Herbalife programs to help bring good nutrition to children in
need. We also sponsor more than 190 world-class athletes, teams and
events around the globe, including Cristiano Ronaldo, the LA Galaxy
and champions in many other sports.
The company has over 8,000 employees worldwide, and its shares
are traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: HLF) with net
sales of US$4.5 billion in 2015.
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