FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)


SEA MINERALS


-TASTE OF MINERALS

-COLLOIDAL VS. IONIC SEA MINERALS

-DEFICIENCY (MINERALS)

-EFFECTS OF SEA MINERALS

-IONIC SEA MINERALS

-SODIUM

-LAXATIVE (MINERALS)

-MANUFACTURING OF SEA MINERALS

-PURITY OF SEA MINERALS

-MEDICATION AND SEA MINERALS

-PRODUCT USAGE OF SEA MINERALS

SOY


STORAGE TIPS

TASTE
(BAD/STRONG)

TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE

VEGETARIAN

• CAFFEINE

Q: Do your products have any kind of stimulants or caffeine in them?
A: There is some caffeine in green tea, which is in our Mind and Body Tonic™, but the amount of the extract is so small that it is unlikely to give you a stimulant type of feeling. There is more caffeine in a tiny piece of chocolate than in the Mind and Body Tonic.

Q: Can I drink coffee at the same time I use your products?
A: You can take coffee or tea with the Ziquin™ products, but be warned, the increase in efficiency from your body will enhance the effects of the stimulants. The use of any kind of stimulants is not generally recommended.

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• CLEANSING (retracing or correcting cycle)

Q: Will I get some kind of cleansing response from your products?
A: When the body is given the nutrients it needs, it may naturally begin increasing the cleansing or detoxification process. This is a part of normal biological function. Promoting or maintaining good health goes hand in hand with natural cleansing of the various bodily systems.

Q: What are some examples of detoxifying responses?
A: Mild bloating, headaches, constipation or loose stools, nausea, sugar cravings, fatty cravings, flu like symptoms and fatigue are some signs that an individual may be cleansing. Some individuals may not experience these responses at all.

Q: How long does a cleansing cycle last?
A: Each person’s cleansing cycle varies. Please consult your physician.

Q: Why is drinking water an important part of taking these products?
A: Drinking water is an essential part of maintaining a high quality of health. Water helps to flush out toxins and balance the fluids in the body.

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• COST ISSUES

Q: My income is limited and I can’t afford your products. What do you recommend?
A: With Ziquin, a person can get greater results using fewer products. The value of the proprietary nature and efficacy of the Ziquin products is a tremendous bargain. Even though we use the highest quality of ingredients available today, we charge the most reasonable prices to our customers. Standard brands may appear less expensive, yet they end up more costly because it takes 4 to 8 times more of a standard brand to be absorbed by the body. The consumer pays less with Ziquin products because of the high absorption value of our ingredients, which are fully and quickly utilized by the body. Due to Ziquin’s patent-pending delivery and stabilization process, our nutrition does not degrade or oxidize. We have many happy customers paying much less for better health and vitality. If your budget seems tight, our recommendation would be for you to review where in your life you are spending money that does not support your health and vitality. Can you cut back in these areas to make room for nutrients that will build a healthier, more youthful future for yourself?

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• DELIVERY EXPERIENCE

Q: Why do some people seem to get a more immediate feeling of energy or some kind of shift after taking the products and some do not?
A: It is based on nutritional deficiency; those who are more deficient sometimes feel the effects sooner. For example, if you give water to a person suffering from dehydration, he or she will feel the effects of hydration more than a person who has just had water in the last hour.

Q: When I take the Ziquin Mind and Body Tonic™ I get warm. Why?
A: The experience of “getting warm” is your metabolism kicking into high gear. We have coined this sensation the “Ziquin Delivery Experience.” This warming effect is due to the rapid absorption and utilization of our products once they enter the body. That’s why many people report that they feel the product working right away. The “Ziquin Delivery Experience” has been reported with all of our wellness products. Each unique product was carefully formulated to give the body what it needs as quickly as possible.

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• ESSENTIAL NUTRIENTS

Q: What do you mean by “essential” nutrients?
A: “Essential” in physiological terms means our bodies cannot manufacture the nutrients required, so they must be taken in through diet. Based on the Ziquin Philosophy of Wellness, we recognize that the body’s foundational components are comprised of the basics we are providing in the wellness products. Vitamins, Minerals, Amino acids, Systemic enzymes, Fatty acids and Endocrine support are the basics needed to promote health and wellness in this modern age. Modern life is faced with many challenges including: toxic chemicals, depletion of nutrients in our topsoil, global and local pollution affecting our waterways and oceans, and living in a high stress environment.

• ILLNESS (specific)

Q: What do I take for a particular illness?
A: Ziquin products are not represented as a treatment for any disease. They are not medicines or drugs. Ziquin products are nutritional supplements. They are designed to help promote good health. If you have an illness, consult with your physician.

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• MEDICAL QUESTIONS

Q: Why can’t Customer Service answer medical questions?
A: Customer Service is here to help with problems about orders, deliveries, checks, etc. All medical questions must be directed to your personal physician.

Q: Why doesn’t Ziquin have doctors on staff for Associates to ask questions?
A: Ziquin is in the business of distribution and education of wellness products, not the business of medicine or medical practice. This is only provided legitimately by licensed physicians. Our products are functional foods and dietary supplements. They are not prescription drugs. All medical questions should be directed to your physician.

• MEDICATION

Q: How do I take these products if I am on medication?
A: You can take the recommended amounts of the Ziquin™ products while on properly prescribed medications.

Q: At what time should I take your dietary supplements, if I’m also taking medication?
A: The Ziquin nutrition can be taken with medication as medication will not compete for receptor site absorption as regular food or other nutrition would. Nevertheless consult with your doctor about starting a new nutritional program with your medication. Some doctors may want to regulate your medications.

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• MUSCLE TESTING/ENERGETIC DEVICES

Q: Does kinesiology (muscle testing) work adequately to test your products?
A: In our product line, the All Xymatic Relief, Energy Endo Biotics and EFA Complete are stabilized in a unique and revolutionary way. Ziquin products work with the individual’s internal processes and are best tested after nutrients have been ingested in the body. Dr. Yu says the delivery mechanism of his formulations would be hard to measure unless it is a metabolic test and not an energetic test. He has seen the energetic test go both ways – positive or flat. Dr. Yu advises that before testing the Ziquin products, they are allowed to pass through the GI tract and activated internally as designed. He says many individuals will find that the internal response is very effective, even off the charts when the nutrients are tested properly. Individuals who rely on muscle testing or other devices need some study time in order to understand the unique nature of the Ziquin products and how they work.

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• ORGANIC

Q: Are your products organic?
A: In most cases our quality control surpasses the certification requirements to be labeled organic. All the Australian Sea Mineral products are 100% organic. We source the highest quality ingredients we can find on the rest of our products, using organic whenever possible.

• ORTHOMOLECULAR

Q: What is orthomolecular nutrition?
A: In 1968 Dr. Linus Pauling coined the term orthomolecular. He used it to describe a nutritional therapy involving the use of naturally-occurring substances normally present in the body to treat disease. Nutritional imbalances are the root cause of biological dysfunction. It is known that the RDA levels of nutrients are not adequate when disease conditions are present. If a disease is linked to a nutrient imbalance, it can be cured nutritionally.

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• OSTEOPOROSIS

Q: My family has a history of osteoporosis, and my doctor recommended additional calcium supplements. If I take your products, do I still need to use calcium or other supplements?
A: Mineral deficiency in the body is a widespread problem in most of today’s population. Osteoporosis or the loss of bone density is not just a deficiency of calcium, but is an issue of bone development. Bone development involves at least 11 minerals to build bone. It is a complex set of interactions requiring many different vitamins and minerals, including hormonal support, vitamin D3 and enzymes. Ziquin products are specially formulated to help your body work more efficiently. You can eliminate calcium supplements and replace them with the Ziquin product mix. You may initially need to take more than one daily recommended amount of the Ziquin products, but quite soon their interaction will help regulate your body’s hormones, its nutrient absorption at the cellular level and activate more of its systemic enzymes, which make the body work more efficiently. In short, calcium alone is not the answer to reversing osteoporosis.

• PREGNANCY

Q: Should pregnant women use your products?
A: Consult your physician before taking any nutritional program.

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• PRODUCT USAGE (daily)

Q: Which products work best on an empty stomach and why?
A: For maximum absorption and utilization, all four products work best when taken on an empty stomach. The Ziquin wellness line of products is designed to absorb very quickly using specific types of carriers or delivery systems.

Q: Can I take too many products for my body type?
A: No. Every body type requires these foundational, essential nutrients for normal body functioning. All of these wellness products will fit almost any type of diet you may be following.

Q: How do you take these products on a daily basis?
A: For best absorption and rapid delivery, the following four products should be taken on an empty stomach (approximately 1 hour before a meal and 2 hours after).

Ziquin Mind and Body Tonic™
1-ounce is taken each day on an empty stomach*. A good time to take it is first thing in the morning or 1 hour before breakfast, lunch or mid afternoon. (If necessary, it can be taken 1/2 hour instead of the full hour before meals.)

Ziquin EFA Complete™
1-2 teaspoons are taken daily on an empty stomach*. Ziquin EFA Complete™ can be taken with Energy Endo Biotics™ for convenience.

Ziquin Energy Endo Biotics™
For best results Energy Endo Biotics™ should be taken on an empty stomach*. 3 caplets can be taken daily all at once first thing in the morning or 1 caplet taken 3 times throughout the day. Additional Energy Endo Biotics™ can be taken in the late afternoon if more energy and mental clarity are required for late afternoon or evening activities. Energy Endo Biotics™ can be taken with EFA Complete™ for convenience.

Ziquin All Xymatic Relief™
The recommended usage is to take 4 caplets daily on an empty stomach* with 8 oz of water. All 4 caplets can be taken at once (at bedtime, for example) or 2 caplets can be taken in the morning and 2 in the afternoon (on an empty stomach*) with 8 oz of water.

*An empty stomach means 2 hours after a meal or 1 hour before a meal.


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• PRODUCT USAGE (for different ages)

Q: What is the recommended product usage for different age groups?
A: For infants and children under the age of 8 parents are encouraged to consult their physician before beginning a nutritional supplementation program.

Children – age 8-12 can take one half the recommended daily amount.
Teenagers, Adults and Seniors – can take the full recommended daily amount.


• AUSTRALIAN SEA MINERALS

-TASTE OF MINERALS

Q: Why do the sea minerals taste so bitter or salty?
A: Ziquin’s Sea Minerals are a rich and viable source of magnesium. Magnesium tastes very bitter. This bitterness is accentuated by the combined effect of other minerals and trace elements known to be essential to our bodies. The bitterness should not be mistaken for sodium chloride (salt).

Q: How do I disguise the strong taste of the sea minerals?
A: You can do this by adding the sea minerals to fruit or vegetable juice. This does not fully mask the taste of the sea minerals, but it does make them more palatable until one acquires a taste for the minerals.

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-COLLOIDAL versus IONIC SEA MINERALS

Q: Why should I take sea minerals versus any other type of mineral on the market?
A: There are many mineral supplements on the market today. Many “colloidal” minerals sourced from various areas within Utah are extracted from shale deposits with negligible levels of beneficial minerals. When you hear the claim “plant sourced” or sourced from prehistoric plant deposits deep within the wilds of Utah, please understand that these products have very little bioavailable minerals, and contain high levels of aluminum. On the other hand, Ziquin’s Sea Minerals are sourced from pristine ocean waters in Australia, which supports an abundance of life. It is commonly known that ocean water and our own blood plasma are chemically almost identical. Each batch of our sea minerals are tested for purity at an Australian certified laboratory, which assays products for any kind of contaminants such as aluminum.

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-DEFICIENCY (MINERALS)

Q: What are some of the signs that a person’s body might be mineral deficient?
A: A deficiency of one mineral may not initially show up as a symptom, yet can cause an imbalance in the body, setting off a chain reaction that can lead to illness or early death. According to Dr. Linus Pauling, “You can trace every sickness, every disease and every ailment to a mineral deficiency.”

Q: If I believe there is a specific weakness or imbalance in my body, how many capfuls of minerals is recommended?
A: The recommended amount is sufficient: 1 capful/teaspoon daily after dinner.

Q: If I ate more vegetables, would I get the mineral intake that I need?
A: Many fruit and vegetables now contain less than 50% of the minerals that they did before the advent of modern farming techniques. Therefore it is highly unlikely that one could actually consume enough variety and quantity of vegetables to receive adequate amounts of all the minerals required for optimal health.

Q: Must I take sea minerals for the rest of my life?
A: Once you understand the essential nature of minerals and are feeling their benefits, wouldn’t you want to continue taking them? At pennies a day Ziquin's Neptune’s Nanomeds or Mind and Body Tonic are a great way to get life giving essential minerals that are not found in sufficient quantities in our food.

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-EFFECTS OF SEA MINERALS

Q: How long will it take before it works?
A: Many feel the effects from Ziquin’s Sea Minerals within days, yet others require more time. The long term effects of a mineral deficient diet can take some time to counter. The body is resilient therefore it takes much less time to reverse the damage than it did to create the deficiency.

Q: Are there any side effects to sea minerals?
A: The magnesium found in sea minerals may have a laxative effect, which for many is not a bad thing. If this is a problem, try taking half the recommended amount. Keep in mind that this may be a temporary condition that will cease to be a problem after your body adjusts to the magnesium.

Q: How does Ziquin’s Sea Mineral supplementation improve sport performance?
A: Minerals (electrolytes) are lost during sports activities. The more active we are, the more minerals we use up and excrete by perspiration. Most active people are also active eaters. This is because the body craves minerals and other nutrients from food. Minerals and nutrients are the fuel that keeps us going. If we want peak performance, we need to provide our body with the best fuel possible.

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-IONIC SEA MINERALS

Q: Why are sea minerals in the ionic form the best for the human body?
A: Ionic minerals are bioavailable for cellular usage. Minerals in an ionic state have specific positive or negative electrical charges that cause a dynamic equilibrium to take place, allowing the body to facilitate changes to move nutrients to the areas that need them. As a result ionic sea minerals are the most compatible kind of mineral for human physiological needs.

Q: Why are ionic minerals important to your health?
A: Every second of your life, your body relies on ionic minerals and trace elements to conduct and generate billions of tiny electrical impulses. Not a single muscle, including your heart, would be able to function without these impulses. Your brain would not function and your cells would not be able to use osmosis to balance your water pressure to absorb nutrients. The absorption of minerals primarily takes place within the small intestine. Minerals are transferred into the blood stream through the walls of the intestinal tract as your food passes through it. This process can only happen if the minerals are ionically charged. As we age or the body suffers from disease, stomach acid declines, making the few minerals still available in our food supply unavailable to our bio-systems.

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SODIUM

Q: How much sodium is in your minerals?
A: Ziquin’s Sea Minerals have very little sodium. This is achieved during our unique solar concentrate process. Depending on which Ziquin Sea Mineral product you use, you should not be getting more than 2% of your RDA of sodium. Another way to describe this is to imagine that you are getting only 1/50th of your daily requirement of sodium in a daily dose of Ziquin Sea Minerals.

Q: Is the amount of sodium bad for my heart?
A: Sodium is not only beneficial, it is one of the most important minerals for maintaining life. It plays a critical role in multiple processes in the human body, including a vital role in promoting healthy muscles. The heart (like all muscles) actually needs sodium to function. The truth is that too much sodium is no worse than too little sodium. The reason that we have reduced sodium in Ziquin’s Sea Minerals is because the typical diet has plenty of sodium. There are many incidences where healthy people avoid sodium out of fear. Unless a person has a medical condition verified by a qualified medical doctor, they can enjoy salt in moderation. And remember, sea salt is best.

-LAXATIVE (MINERALS)

Q: Are there laxatives in sea minerals?
A: Magnesium in high doses is a well-known natural laxative.

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-MANUFACTURING OF SEA MINERALS

Q: How are the sea minerals processed?
A: As the label says, “ocean derived and solar concentrates.” Ziquin’s Sea Minerals are extracted from pure Australian ocean water. They are harvested in custom built ponds where the minerals are slowly concentrated by the sun’s evaporation. During this long and tedious process the minerals are continually monitored for consistency and purity.

Q: Why are Ziquin’s sea minerals so special?
A: Unlike other mineral products, sourced from rock, shale, dirt and plants, Ziquin’s sea minerals are sourced from the ocean. We believe that ocean water is as close to a perfect source of minerals that is available to man. This is further supported by the similarity of ocean water and our own blood plasma. Ziquin’s Australian Sea Minerals are the most bioavailable, complete, balanced, pure and natural mineral source available today. Additionally, Ziquin’s sea minerals are a rich and natural source of magnesium, which is so lacking in our modern diet.

Q: What is so special about sea minerals with specific herbs? Why not take them separately to get the same affect?
A: Herbs by nature are very fragile, and quickly lose potency when harvested. The herbs in our special formulations are specifically blended with the minerals using a very unique cold pressed method. To ensure the integrity of the enzymes and other nutrients of the herbs, no heat or chemical extraction processes are used whatsoever. Sea minerals have great preserving and delivery properties. The process used to combine the herbs with sea minerals stabilizes and preserves the full healing properties of the herbs.

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-PURITY OF SEA MINERALS

Q: How pure are your Australian sea minerals?
A: Our sea minerals are a rich source of essential minerals and trace elements, derived naturally from the clean ocean waters of Australia. We only source our minerals from pristine areas of the Australian coastline to ensure purity. Australia is a country nearly the size of the United States yet 1/15th the population. Heavy and stringent regulations maintain a clean environment.

Q: Do you test your products for toxicity or heavy metals?
A: Every batch of Ziquin Australian Sea Minerals is tested at NATA labs for purity. This is an Australian certified laboratory, which sets the highest standards for assaying products for any kind of contaminant, including aluminum.

-MEDICATION AND SEA MINERALS

Q: Is it okay to take both my medication and sea minerals?
A: Before starting any health program, it is best to ask the advice of your doctor.

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-PRODUCT USAGE OF SEA MINERALS

Q: Which sea mineral formula is best for me?
A: Neptune’s Nanomeds is an excellent choice to provide the foundational minerals required for a healthy diet. However if you have a particular condition or system weakness, then consider one of
Ziquin’s Sea Minerals with Herbal blends.


Q: How much sea minerals should I use?
A: One capful is the equivalent of one teaspoon. It is not necessary to take more than this in a 24-hour period unless one has a chronic condition.

Q: At what time should I take my sea minerals?
A: Historically we received our minerals from the food we ate. For this reason it is best to take minerals during mealtime. The magnesium in sea minerals also promotes regularity. It is best to take them during the evening meal. This supports the body’s repair at night, and healthy bowel functions in the morning.

• SOY

Q: Should I avoid the Mind and Body Tonic if I have allergies to Soy products?
A: Not at all. In order to give you the finest quality amino acids available from an all natural vegetarian source, we use 100% organic soy protein isolate. In the manufacturing process, all traces of soy are removed, leaving behind only the free form amino acids. Rest assured that the amino acids contain no trace or residue of soy, or any harmful chemicals. The Mind and Body Tonic is 100% safe for use with people who have allergies to soy or soy products, as well as providing a 100% vegetarian product.

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• STORAGE TIPS

Q: Is there an expiration date for any of the products once they are opened?
A: There is an expiration date from the time of manufacturing to when the products are no longer a viable nutrient source, which is approximately 5 years. We have taken the time to insure product stability through all natural means.

Q: What happens if I forget to refrigerate the products?
A: Nothing at all. But we do recommend what the Mind and Body Tonic label states: “refrigerate after opening.” As a safety precaution follow the other product label storage recommendations to insure that you are always receiving the same quality product that is put into the bottles when manufactured.

• TASTE (bad/strong)

Q: I don’t like the taste of the EFA Complete. What can I do about it?
A: You can mix it with about 2 ounces of fruit or vegetable juice or combine it with the Mind and Body Tonic.

Q: The Mind and Body Tonic is too strong for me and seems to burn. What should I do?
A: You may take smaller amounts at a time and sip it. Or follow the tonic with some water. However do not stir the tonic into water as the water will decrease the potency.

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• TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE

Q: How does Chinese medicine play a role in the effectiveness of Ziquin’s dietary supplements?
A: Traditional Chinese Medicine allows for the understanding of subtle energies. This knowledge enables us to precisely decide what nutrients can be combined for the best overall balance of energy within a single product and helps us to augment the vital forces within a complete revitalization program.

• VEGETARIAN

Q: Are your products vegetarian?
A: Many of the Ziquin™ products are vegetarian. The 100% vegetarian supplements are Ziquin’s Australian Sea Mineral line, the Ziquin Mind and Body Tonic™, the Ziquin EFA Complete™ and Hepatic Shen Food™.

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