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Andrew Lessman TSV next Weekend

Nightowlz — Sun, 03 Jan 2016 21:14:17 GMT

I saw his show listed in the HSN program guide. No info about the TSV on his site, blog or FB yet. I'm sure he will have the Secure Meals. Since his new Berberine product is now available I wonder if he will have special pricing on it?

Re: Andrew Lessman TSV next Weekend

VaBelle35 — Sun, 03 Jan 2016 22:00:17 GMT

I was going to start a thread myself, thanks for starting.

I assume @bebe777 will make the call to Procaps at some point this week.

I hope he has TruQ10 again as I bought it this time last year (and have about 2 weeks left).

I also need Whey. I am burning though that tub of whey about every 60 days having 2 scoops a day.

#hinthinthint

Re: Andrew Lessman TSV next Weekend

bebe777 — Mon, 04 Jan 2016 18:26:28 GMT

@Nightowlz and @VaBelle35, I had put a call in to Procaps and they just got back to me with the latest information they have on Andrew's upcoming shows.

Unfortunately, Andrew is a bit behind the ball on this one and he really hasn't shared much information with them yet.

At this point, all they know is that Andrew will be on HSN for the next two weekends (11pm ET saturday night through sunday evening): January 9-10 and January 16-17. -- Below is the tentative schedule for the show times for each of these two weekends (which they've just received).

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NOTE: all times are Eastern Standard Time (EST)

Saturday, 11pm - Sunday 1am -- the 11pm show will be a variety show & the midnight show will be for the TS.

Sunday, 1am- 2am -- rebroadcast of midnight TS show

Sunday, 7am- 8am -- rebroadcast of midnight TS show

Sunday, 11am - 1pm -- TS and other supplements

Sunday, 8pm - 10pm -- TS and other supplements

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There will be free shipping on all Procaps products (both at HSN & Procaps Labs) from Friday, January 8th through Monday, January 18th.

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In recent years, Andrew has generally done three January TS weekends in conjunction with HSN. The third visit was usually done at the Procaps Labs facility in Henderson, NV. Sometimes this visit was at the end of January and other times it was at the beginning of February.

Last January Andrew offered the following TS values:

* Secure Meal Replacement (I don't remember if there was a bundle which included his Carnislim capsules)

* Glucosamine/Chondroitin -- there was also an TS option to bundle it with his turmeric/ginger supplement.

* Clrculation & Vein -- there was also a TS option to bundle it with an anti-oxidant blend (which I think included Resveratrol, EGCG, Pomegranate & Grapeseed)

At this point, my best guess would be that Andrew will offer the Secure this weekend. He usually leads with Secure to help folks with their New Year's weight loss resolutions.

I think that the Circulation & Vein would be offered on the following weekend -- if there is no news about an additional third weekend -- because it's one of his top selling products (usually in the top three along with COQ10 and Healthy Hair, Skin & Nails).

If Andrew doesn't have a third weekend scheduled, then I wouldn't be surprised if the Circulation & Vein Support was also available in a bundle with Glucosamine/Chondriotin in addition to the Circulation & Vein being available by itself as a TS purchase). -- Up until a few years ago, these two products were sometimes bundled together for a TS (and available separately as a TS).

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I asked the Procaps rep to let Andrew know that we'd really like him to present his new Berberine product on the air since it's been available at Procaps Labs for the past few weeks.

-- bebe

Re: Andrew Lessman TSV next Weekend

Nightowlz — Mon, 04 Jan 2016 18:44:46 GMT

LOL!!! Andrew needs to get on the ball. I like knowing what the TS is going to be ahead of time so I can see if I still have enough to last until this time next year or if I need to order another bottle. I need to check the Circulation Vein Support. I think I still have a large unopened bottle. I generally only order during his visits to get free shipping.

Don't forget to use Mr. Rebates on your orders plus there is a $10 off $50 order coupon on RetalMeNot.

Re: Andrew Lessman TSV next Weekend

bebe777 — Tue, 05 Jan 2016 00:50:11 GMT

@Nightowlz wrote:
LOL!!! Andrew needs to get on the ball. I like knowing what the TS is going to be ahead of time so I can see if I still have enough to last until this time next year or if I need to order another bottle. I need to check the Circulation Vein Support. I think I still have a large unopened bottle. I generally only order during his visits to get free shipping.

Don't forget to use Mr. Rebates on your orders plus there is a $10 off $50 order coupon on RetalMeNot.

@Nightowlz, lol, you gave me a good chuckle. And just how many years have you been chanting that refrain?... because I've been at it for maybe 6 or 7 years, and I've been a Procaps girls since 2007.

I love Andrew and his amazing products, but geez... he does let some things slide... for years, and years... and years.

I mean how many years has it been since he's said that he'd put up more supplement video clips and the charts from his HSN visits on his website... lol, at least 5-6 years from my count.

And he had been promising regular webcasts for 3-4 years before HSN2 finally gave him an online platform... otherwise, I think we'd still be waiting.

And just where are those links (from pubmed and other top sources) to some of the key articles about the latest research on key supplements.

lol, there's real time... and then there's Andrew Time.

-- bebe... who's still patiently waiting... and waiting... and waiting some more

Re: Andrew Lessman TSV next Weekend

CLEM — Tue, 05 Jan 2016 00:11:40 GMT

I am counting on his bringing his multivitamins (Essentials 1) again in January.

Re: Andrew Lessman TSV next Weekend

bebe777 — Tue, 05 Jan 2016 00:40:22 GMT

@CLEM wrote:
I am counting on his bringing his multivitamins (Essentials 1) again in January.

@CLEM, I doubt that they'll be a TS before the middle of thsi year (just my guess).

btw, in the middle of 2015, Andrew came out with an additional Essential-1 formula which has 3,000 IU VItamin D instead of the 1,500 IU of Vitamin D which the first formula has. -- 360 capsules of the new formula with the 3,000 IU Vitamin D is only $10 more than the original formula.

This is the one which I give to my parents because my mother doesn't like to take pills. -- The formula with the 3,000 IU of Vitamin D puts her in the middle of the recommended 2,000 IU to 4,000 IU daily range. I'd still rather that they get more Vitamin D daily, but this at least keeps them in a safer range.

-- bebe

Re: Andrew Lessman TSV next Weekend

VaBelle35 — Tue, 05 Jan 2016 00:44:48 GMT

I knew you'd call @bebe777 ;o)

Thanks for taking the lead for us.

And, Andrew, if you're reading along, some of us ( ;o) ) need a long lead time to do the math calculations. This is not a fingers and toes type situation. LOL

Re: Andrew Lessman TSV next Weekend

Nightowlz — Tue, 05 Jan 2016 18:55:35 GMT

@bebe777 wrote:
@CLEM wrote:
I am counting on his bringing his multivitamins (Essentials 1) again in January.

@CLEM, I doubt that they'll be a TS before the middle of thsi year (just my guess).

btw, in the middle of 2015, Andrew came out with an additional Essential-1 formula which has 3,000 IU VItamin D instead of the 1,500 IU of Vitamin D which the first formula has. -- 360 capsules of the new formula with the 3,000 IU Vitamin D is only $10 more than the original formula.

This is the one which I give to my parents because my mother doesn't like to take pills. -- The formula with the 3,000 IU of Vitamin D puts her in the middle of the recommended 2,000 IU to 4,000 IU daily range. I'd still rather that they get more Vitamin D daily, but this at least keeps them in a safer range.

-- bebe

Did he have the Essential One with 3000 IU of D3 as a TS? I have small bottles in the cabinet in the kitchen that I fill from the largest bottles he sells in the closet. Some of the small bottles have no labels on them & some do.The ingredients on those bottles are not the same as what I'm actually taking. I will have to check my large bottle of D3 so I will know how much I'm taking. I knew he had different IU amounts in the D3 but was not aware he put more in the Essential One. I was bummed when he did not have that as a TS last year. Hope he has a good price on it soon.

Re: Andrew Lessman TSV next Weekend

Nightowlz — Tue, 05 Jan 2016 19:02:12 GMT

@bebe777 wrote:
@Nightowlz wrote:
LOL!!! Andrew needs to get on the ball. I like knowing what the TS is going to be ahead of time so I can see if I still have enough to last until this time next year or if I need to order another bottle. I need to check the Circulation Vein Support. I think I still have a large unopened bottle. I generally only order during his visits to get free shipping.

Don't forget to use Mr. Rebates on your orders plus there is a $10 off $50 order coupon on RetalMeNot.

@Nightowlz, lol, you gave me a good chuckle. And just how many years have you been chanting that refrain?... because I've been at it for maybe 6 or 7 years, and I've been a Procaps girls since 2007.

I love Andrew and his amazing products, but geez... he does let some things slide... for years, and years... and years.

I mean how many years has it been since he's said that he'd put up more supplement video clips and the charts from his HSN visits on his website... lol, at least 5-6 years from my count.

And he had been promising regular webcasts for 3-4 years before HSN2 finally gave him an online platform... otherwise, I think we'd still be waiting.

And just where are those links (from pubmed and other top sources) to some of the key articles about the latest research on key supplements.

lol, there's real time... and then there's Andrew Time.

-- bebe... who's still patiently waiting... and waiting... and waiting some more

Since he's to busy to get these things done maybe he should hire someone to do it. I wish he would do a TS every other month instead of every 3 months. He really would be busy then. LOL!!! I would like to get better deals on other products I use. I have been using his products since he was on Q. After he left I started using Nature's Code but hated the hard rock tablets so I never took them. I finally found Andrew & went back on his supplements.

Re: Andrew Lessman TSV next Weekend

Mary Bailey — Wed, 06 Jan 2016 02:36:53 GMT

Thank Goodness! Not one product that I need or want!!!

I know the only way for me to keep my money in my pocket is if I do not watch, or get influenced by you wonderful QVC AL Fans!!!!

Re: Andrew Lessman TSV next Weekend

willdob3 — Wed, 06 Jan 2016 02:56:19 GMT

I'm glad I saw this thread!

I think I need an Andrew fix. I don't think I watched much/at all last visit since I did not need anything. I will stock up om the C&VS but I will have to check to see if I need anything else.

I would like to hear him present the Berberine, too. Is that the only new product?

Re: Andrew Lessman TSV next Weekend

Nightowlz — Wed, 06 Jan 2016 18:19:56 GMT

Here is his schedule.

TV Listings for Eastern Time

Saturday, January 9 11:00 PM – 12:00 AM

Sunday, January 10 *Today’s Special

12:00 AM – 2:00 AM

7:00 AM – 8:00 AM

11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

8:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Saturday, January 16 11:00 PM – 12:00 AM

Sunday, January 17 *Today’s Special

12:00 AM – 2:00 AM

7:00 AM – 8:00 AM

11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

8:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Re: Andrew Lessman TSV next Weekend

bebe777 — Thu, 07 Jan 2016 16:22:51 GMT

@Nightowlz wrote:
@bebe777 wrote:
@CLEM wrote:
I am counting on his bringing his multivitamins (Essentials 1) again in January.

@CLEM, I doubt that they'll be a TS before the middle of thsi year (just my guess).

btw, in the middle of 2015, Andrew came out with an additional Essential-1 formula which has 3,000 IU VItamin D instead of the 1,500 IU of Vitamin D which the first formula has. -- 360 capsules of the new formula with the 3,000 IU Vitamin D is only $10 more than the original formula.

This is the one which I give to my parents because my mother doesn't like to take pills. -- The formula with the 3,000 IU of Vitamin D puts her in the middle of the recommended 2,000 IU to 4,000 IU daily range. I'd still rather that they get more Vitamin D daily, but this at least keeps them in a safer range.

-- bebe

Did he have the Essential One with 3000 IU of D3 as a TS? I have small bottles in the cabinet in the kitchen that I fill from the largest bottles he sells in the closet. Some of the small bottles have no labels on them & some do.The ingredients on those bottles are not the same as what I'm actually taking. I will have to check my large bottle of D3 so I will know how much I'm taking. I knew he had different IU amounts in the D3 but was not aware he put more in the Essential One. I was bummed when he did not have that as a TS last year. Hope he has a good price on it soon.

@Nightowlz, the Essential-1 w/ 3000 IU Vitamin D is new additional version of his Essential-1 and it was created last summer (in 2015).

I just happened to come across it last summer when I was looking through the complete Procaps listings. I do that every few months just to make sure I haven't missed hearing about a new product.

I was really excited about this formula because Andrew always talks about how between 2000 IU and 4000 IU daily is the level to shoot for as long as your weight is in the normal range. -- I've put my parents on Andrew's Essential-1 because my mom hates taking a lot of vitamin capsules... lol, any more than one capsule being "a lot'. By putting them on the Essential-1 w/ 3000 IU Vitamin D, this means that she doesn't have to take a separate Vitamin D capsule.

On several occasions, I've mentioned to the Procaps reps what it would be great if Andrew would at least mention on the air that this version with 3000 IUs is also available... but so far Andrew still hasn't mentioned it on the air... which seems like a missed opportunity to me.

I just spoke with Procaps this morning and I mentioned that a lot of people would really like to see the Essential-1 offered as TS on a regular basis in a fixed time slot (much like HHSN in July, COQ10 in October, Omega-3 in April, etc.). The rep agreed that this made a lot of sense and is forwarding my request to Andrew.

The standard Essential-1 w/ 1500 IU Vitamin D has occasionally been offered as a TS, but not on a regular basis. Here's when it has been offered before (it wasn't offered in 2015):

* July 2014

* April 2013

This morning the Procaps rep said that it was unlikely that the Essential-1 w/ 3000 IU Vitamin D would be included in upcoming Essential-1 TS offers. Evidently, a number of folks who chat with Procaps already think that 1500 IU of Vitamin D is too much (or at least their doctors do).

Going forward, even if the Essential-1 w/ 3000 IU of Vitamin D isn't part of future Essential-1 TS values, I'm just going to purchase it at full price because it will give my parents their daily dose of Vitamin D in the their Essential-1 single capsule. -- The regular price for 360 capsules is $100 which is just $10 more than the regular price for the standard Essential-1.

-- bebe

Re: Andrew Lessman TSV next Weekend

bebe777 — Thu, 07 Jan 2016 16:42:16 GMT

@Nightowlz wrote:
@bebe777 wrote:
@Nightowlz wrote:
LOL!!! Andrew needs to get on the ball. I like knowing what the TS is going to be ahead of time so I can see if I still have enough to last until this time next year or if I need to order another bottle. I need to check the Circulation Vein Support. I think I still have a large unopened bottle. I generally only order during his visits to get free shipping.

Don't forget to use Mr. Rebates on your orders plus there is a $10 off $50 order coupon on RetalMeNot.

@Nightowlz, lol, you gave me a good chuckle. And just how many years have you been chanting that refrain?... because I've been at it for maybe 6 or 7 years, and I've been a Procaps girls since 2007.

I love Andrew and his amazing products, but geez... he does let some things slide... for years, and years... and years.

I mean how many years has it been since he's said that he'd put up more supplement video clips and the charts from his HSN visits on his website... lol, at least 5-6 years from my count.

And he had been promising regular webcasts for 3-4 years before HSN2 finally gave him an online platform... otherwise, I think we'd still be waiting.

And just where are those links (from pubmed and other top sources) to some of the key articles about the latest research on key supplements.

lol, there's real time... and then there's Andrew Time.

-- bebe... who's still patiently waiting... and waiting... and waiting some more

Since he's to busy to get these things done maybe he should hire someone to do it. I wish he would do a TS every other month instead of every 3 months. He really would be busy then. LOL!!! I would like to get better deals on other products I use. I have been using his products since he was on Q. After he left I started using Nature's Code but hated the hard rock tablets so I never took them. I finally found Andrew & went back on his supplements.

@Nightowlz, I envy you because I've only been buying supplements from Andrew since 2007. What was he like back when he was on QVC?

I was very happily using Rainbow Light multi-vitamins when I started adding Andrew's supplements to my routine (starting with COQ10). While I really liked Andrew's supplements, it took a few years before I took finally switched over to Andrew's Elite multi-vitamin formula.

I had heard his "rock hard tablet" speech so very many times, that I decided to try a little experiment for myself. I took my Rainbow Light multi and ground it up in my Krups coffee grinder. It was a bit yucky to swallow but I got it down. I was amazed because that very day my body felt about 30% better. There was a noticeable difference. SO I went through the same process every day for about 4 months until my Rainbow Light stash was finished. Then I switched over to Andrew's Elite formula and I've never looked back because my body felt even better on that formula.

In hindsight, it makes perfect sense that my body wouldn't digest rock hard tablets as well as capsules containing a fine powder. But, at the time, almost all of the health store people in their vitamin departments would tell be that the body digested tablets and capsules equally well. -- of course, since then, I have unequivocal proof that this is definitively not the case for me.

I also wish Andrew would have more TS specials throughout the year, but I do think that we are heading in that direction via his online HSN additional presentations. -- This fall we did get that additional September online visit (Oatbran/CholestiCare TS). Also, we got an additional HSV TV TS in December with his new chocolate product, which was in addition to his regular holiday sample set special.

-- bebe

Re: Andrew Lessman TSV next Weekend

Nightowlz — Thu, 07 Jan 2016 16:43:22 GMT

@bebe777 wrote:
@Nightowlz wrote:
@bebe777 wrote:
@CLEM wrote:
I am counting on his bringing his multivitamins (Essentials 1) again in January.

@CLEM, I doubt that they'll be a TS before the middle of thsi year (just my guess).

btw, in the middle of 2015, Andrew came out with an additional Essential-1 formula which has 3,000 IU VItamin D instead of the 1,500 IU of Vitamin D which the first formula has. -- 360 capsules of the new formula with the 3,000 IU Vitamin D is only $10 more than the original formula.

This is the one which I give to my parents because my mother doesn't like to take pills. -- The formula with the 3,000 IU of Vitamin D puts her in the middle of the recommended 2,000 IU to 4,000 IU daily range. I'd still rather that they get more Vitamin D daily, but this at least keeps them in a safer range.

-- bebe

Did he have the Essential One with 3000 IU of D3 as a TS? I have small bottles in the cabinet in the kitchen that I fill from the largest bottles he sells in the closet. Some of the small bottles have no labels on them & some do.The ingredients on those bottles are not the same as what I'm actually taking. I will have to check my large bottle of D3 so I will know how much I'm taking. I knew he had different IU amounts in the D3 but was not aware he put more in the Essential One. I was bummed when he did not have that as a TS last year. Hope he has a good price on it soon.

@Nightowlz, the Essential-1 w/ 3000 IU Vitamin D is new additional version of his Essential-1 and it was created last summer (in 2015).

I just happened to come across it last summer when I was looking through the complete Procaps listings. I do that every few months just to make sure I haven't missed hearing about a new product.

I was really excited about this formula because Andrew always talks about how between 2000 IU and 4000 IU daily is the level to shoot for as long as your weight is in the normal range. -- I've put my parents on Andrew's Essential-1 because my mom hates taking a lot of vitamin capsules... lol, any more than one capsule being "a lot'. By putting them on the Essential-1 w/ 3000 IU Vitamin D, this means that she doesn't have to take a separate Vitamin D capsule.

On several occasions, I've mentioned to the Procaps reps what it would be great if Andrew would at least mention on the air that this version with 3000 IUs is also available... but so far Andrew still hasn't mentioned it on the air... which seems like a missed opportunity to me.

I just spoke with Procaps this morning and I mentioned that a lot of people would really like to see the Essential-1 offered as TS on a regular basis in a fixed time slot (much like HHSN in July, COQ10 in October, Omega-3 in April, etc.). The rep agreed that this made a lot of sense and is forwarding my request to Andrew.

The standard Essential-1 w/ 1500 IU Vitamin D has occasionally been offered as a TS, but not on a regular basis. Here's when it has been offered before (it wasn't offered in 2015):

* July 2014
* April 2013

This morning the Procaps rep said that it was unlikely that the Essential-1 w/ 3000 IU Vitamin D would be included in upcoming Essential-1 TS offers. Evidently, a number of folks who chat with Procaps already think that 1500 IU of Vitamin D is too much (or at least their doctors do).

Going forward, even if the Essential-1 w/ 3000 IU of Vitamin D isn't part of future Essential-1 TS values, I'm just going to purchase it at full price because it will give my parents their daily dose of Vitamin D in the their Essential-1 single capsule. -- The regular price for 360 capsules is $100 which is just $10 more than the regular price for the standard Essential-1.

-- bebe

I was taking his Women's Complete & switched to the Essential One. I bought the TS in 2013 & 2014. In 2015 he did not have a TS so now I'm almost out. I'm not paying full price so I will wait for a deal on it. ITA he needs to have it as a TS ever year. 3000 IU of D3 is not too much. If people are listening to their doctors maybe they should get tested to see what their D3 is. My doctor told me I did not need that much but my labs shows it's right where it needs to be. He also told me they are a waste of money & go in one end & out the other. LOL!!! Sure they do with benefits in between. My sister is having a lot of medical problems. Her doctor tested her Vit D & she was told hers was non-existent. Andrew could offer the Essential One in both formulas as the TS & people can buy the one they want. It's the same with all his D3 formulas he has on his site but not on HSN.

Re: Andrew Lessman TSV next Weekend

bebe777 — Thu, 07 Jan 2016 16:44:20 GMT

@willdob3 wrote:
I'm glad I saw this thread!

I think I need an Andrew fix. I don't think I watched much/at all last visit since I did not need anything. I will stock up om the C&VS but I will have to check to see if I need anything else.

I would like to hear him present the Berberine, too. Is that the only new product?

@willdob3, when I spoke with the Procaps rep on monday, she confirmed that berberine is currently the only new product.

-- bebe

Re: Andrew Lessman TSV next Weekend

bebe777 — Thu, 07 Jan 2016 16:58:21 GMT

@Nightowlz wrote:
Here is his schedule.

TV Listings for Eastern Time

Saturday, January 9 11:00 PM – 12:00 AM

Sunday, January 10 *Today’s Special
12:00 AM – 2:00 AM
7:00 AM – 8:00 AM
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
8:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Saturday, January 16 11:00 PM – 12:00 AM

Sunday, January 17 *Today’s Special
12:00 AM – 2:00 AM
7:00 AM – 8:00 AM
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
8:00 PM – 10:00 PM

_____

There will also be free shipping on all Procaps products (both at HSN & Procaps Labs) from Friday, January 8th through Monday, January 18th.

_____

I just spoke with Procaps Labs this morning and Andrew still hasn't shared what his TS values will be.

The rep did give me some additional information though. At this point, only two HSN visits have been scheduled for January and third remote broadcast from Procaps Labs had NOT been scheduled. -- Andrew usually does a third remote broadcast in late January or early February, but it doesn't appear to be happening this year.

The rep did mention that there may be another broadcast which might be done in mid-February or sometime in March. It sounded as though this would be in addition to his regularly scheduled spring TS broadcasts.-- His two Spring TS values are generally done in April and are generally the Omega-3 as well as the Lutein/Zeaxanthin.

Based on this latest information, both the Procaps rep and I felt that these would be the most likely TS values for this month:

* Secure Meal Replacement -- which sometimes comes with an additional option to purchase it bundled with the carnislim capsules.

* Clrculation & Vein -- Last January, there was also a TS option to bundle it with an anti-oxidant blend (which I think included Resveratrol, EGCG, Pomegranate & Grapeseed).

In past years, it's been available as a stand alone purchase as well as in a bundle with Glucosamine/Chondroitin. Since he's just doing two TS values this month (with no third remote broadcast), I think that Clrculation & Vein, as well as Clrculation & Vein bundled with Glucosamine/Chondroitin is the most likely option.

-- bebe

Re: Andrew Lessman TSV next Weekend

bebe777 — Thu, 07 Jan 2016 17:01:13 GMT

@Nightowlz wrote:
@bebe777 wrote:
@Nightowlz wrote:
@bebe777 wrote:
@CLEM wrote:
I am counting on his bringing his multivitamins (Essentials 1) again in January.

@CLEM, I doubt that they'll be a TS before the middle of thsi year (just my guess).

btw, in the middle of 2015, Andrew came out with an additional Essential-1 formula which has 3,000 IU VItamin D instead of the 1,500 IU of Vitamin D which the first formula has. -- 360 capsules of the new formula with the 3,000 IU Vitamin D is only $10 more than the original formula.

This is the one which I give to my parents because my mother doesn't like to take pills. -- The formula with the 3,000 IU of Vitamin D puts her in the middle of the recommended 2,000 IU to 4,000 IU daily range. I'd still rather that they get more Vitamin D daily, but this at least keeps them in a safer range.

-- bebe

Did he have the Essential One with 3000 IU of D3 as a TS? I have small bottles in the cabinet in the kitchen that I fill from the largest bottles he sells in the closet. Some of the small bottles have no labels on them & some do.The ingredients on those bottles are not the same as what I'm actually taking. I will have to check my large bottle of D3 so I will know how much I'm taking. I knew he had different IU amounts in the D3 but was not aware he put more in the Essential One. I was bummed when he did not have that as a TS last year. Hope he has a good price on it soon.

@Nightowlz, the Essential-1 w/ 3000 IU Vitamin D is new additional version of his Essential-1 and it was created last summer (in 2015).

I just happened to come across it last summer when I was looking through the complete Procaps listings. I do that every few months just to make sure I haven't missed hearing about a new product.

I was really excited about this formula because Andrew always talks about how between 2000 IU and 4000 IU daily is the level to shoot for as long as your weight is in the normal range. -- I've put my parents on Andrew's Essential-1 because my mom hates taking a lot of vitamin capsules... lol, any more than one capsule being "a lot'. By putting them on the Essential-1 w/ 3000 IU Vitamin D, this means that she doesn't have to take a separate Vitamin D capsule.

On several occasions, I've mentioned to the Procaps reps what it would be great if Andrew would at least mention on the air that this version with 3000 IUs is also available... but so far Andrew still hasn't mentioned it on the air... which seems like a missed opportunity to me.

I just spoke with Procaps this morning and I mentioned that a lot of people would really like to see the Essential-1 offered as TS on a regular basis in a fixed time slot (much like HHSN in July, COQ10 in October, Omega-3 in April, etc.). The rep agreed that this made a lot of sense and is forwarding my request to Andrew.

The standard Essential-1 w/ 1500 IU Vitamin D has occasionally been offered as a TS, but not on a regular basis. Here's when it has been offered before (it wasn't offered in 2015):

* July 2014
* April 2013

This morning the Procaps rep said that it was unlikely that the Essential-1 w/ 3000 IU Vitamin D would be included in upcoming Essential-1 TS offers. Evidently, a number of folks who chat with Procaps already think that 1500 IU of Vitamin D is too much (or at least their doctors do).

Going forward, even if the Essential-1 w/ 3000 IU of Vitamin D isn't part of future Essential-1 TS values, I'm just going to purchase it at full price because it will give my parents their daily dose of Vitamin D in the their Essential-1 single capsule. -- The regular price for 360 capsules is $100 which is just $10 more than the regular price for the standard Essential-1.

-- bebe

I was taking his Women's Complete & switched to the Essential One. I bought the TS in 2013 & 2014. In 2015 he did not have a TS so now I'm almost out. I'm not paying full price so I will wait for a deal on it. ITA he needs to have it as a TS ever year. 3000 IU of D3 is not too much. If people are listening to their doctors maybe they should get tested to see what their D3 is. My doctor told me I did not need that much but my labs shows it's right where it needs to be. He also told me they are a waste of money & go in one end & out the other. LOL!!! Sure they do with benefits in between. My sister is having a lot of medical problems. Her doctor tested her Vit D & she was told hers was non-existent. Andrew could offer the Essential One in both formulas as the TS & people can buy the one they want. It's the same with all his D3 formulas he has on his site but not on HSN.

@Nightowlz, I agree with you completely!!!

It just sounds like it isn't going to happen. Bummer!!

-- bebe

Re: Andrew Lessman TSV next Weekend

willdob3 — Fri, 08 Jan 2016 02:07:06 GMT

@bebe777 wrote:
@willdob3 wrote:
I'm glad I saw this thread!

I think I need an Andrew fix. I don't think I watched much/at all last visit since I did not need anything. I will stock up om the C&VS but I will have to check to see if I need anything else.

I would like to hear him present the Berberine, too. Is that the only new product?

@willdob3, when I spoke with the Procaps rep on monday, she confirmed that berberine is currently the only new product.

-- bebe

Thanks.

I haven't checked everything yet but I noticed I am running low on my AM Activator/PM Relaxation duo. I'll be ordering more of it.