Novartis Nutrition Corporation - OPTIFAST
Address 1600 Utica Ave South
Suite 600
St. Louis Park, MN 55416 USA
www.OPTIFAST.com

COMPANY DESCRIPTION:

Novartis Medical Nutrition is one of several key businesses found within the Consumer Health Division of Novartis. Our other businesses within Consumer Health are Over-the-Counter Medicines (OTC), Infant and Baby Business (best known for its Gerber brand - the leading infant and baby food brand in North America), CIBA Vision, Animal Health and Generics

Company Description The Novartis Medical Nutrition mission is:

We will be: "The Source for Nutritional health care solutions"

With the Objective: "To improve, extend and save lives"

We at Novartis Medical Nutrition are dedicated to maintaining and improving the health and well being of consumers and patients - at home or in health care delivery settings - by fulfilling their nutritional needs. In partnership with health care professionals, we offer the highest quality medical nutrition products and services that improve health and quality of life.

OPTIFAST Program - Serious Solution for Obesity Treatment

Physicians searching for a comprehensive solution for weight management turn to the Novartis Medical Nutrition OPTIFAST ® Program. The OPTIFAST Program recognizes the multifaceted nature of obesity treatment and involves specialty care by a multidisciplinary team to integrate the medical, nutrition, behavior, and exercise aspects of weight loss therapy. It is designed for people who are 50 pounds or more overweight and/or have a body mass index (BMI) > 30. The primary goal of the program is to help patients improve health through weight loss.

Nationally, OPTIFAST has been used for over 30 years and by more than 1 million people. Research shows a 52 lb. average weight loss in over 20,000 patients who completed the OPTIFAST Program.* The same research documents a significant impact on obesity-related comorbidities, producing an average 29% decrease in blood sugar, 15% decrease in cholesterol, and 10% decrease in blood pressure in patients diagnosed with elevated levels prior to OPTIFAST Program participation.

The OPTIFAST Program includes a full meal replacement diet that restricts patients’ dietary options to the OPTIFAST products for a limited time. This stimuli-narrowed diet has its basis in research showing that as food choice variety decreases, caloric intake also decreases. The OPTIFAST full meal replacement products are sold exclusively through OPTIFAST Program providers. Medical facilities interested in offering the OPTIFAST Program should call 1.800.662.2540 or visit www.OPTIFAST.com.

*Individual results may vary. For many dieters, weight loss is only temporary.

RESOURCE ® OPTISOURCE™

The ideal source of nutrients required to meet the unique nutrition needs of the post bariatric surgery patients. The specifically formulated supplements contain key nutrients delivered in a small serving size (3-4oz liquid), 4 chewable tablets and mini nutrition bars to help ensure successful long-term health outcomes.

Chewable Vitamin and Mineral Supplement

The OPTISOURCE Chewable Vitamin and Mineral Supplement is specially formulated for use after bariatric (weight loss) surgery.

This dietary supplement contains 100% or more of the daily value for 23 vitamins and minerals including calcium in 4 tablets per day. They contain additional amounts of vitamin A, B 12 , iron and folate, which are associated with nutrient deficiencies in people who have had bariatric surgery.

• Pleasant citrus flavor
• Chewable and easily dissolve
• OPTISOURCE Chewable Vitamin and Mineral Supplement is available in all Walgreens stores or via the Walgreens Home Delivery Program at ww.resource.walgreens.com or by calling 1-800-828-9194
• To learn more about the OPTISOURCE product line, specially formulated for use after weight loss surgery, visit www.OPTIFAST.com /bariatric_surgery.jsp

CUSTOMER SERVICE INFORMATION:
Main Phone # (704) 926-6559
Alternative Phone # (704) 926-6558
Fax # (704) 926-6581

CONTACT INFORMATION:
First Name: Dennis
Last Name: Kelly
Title/Position: Chief Operating Officer
Phone # (704) 926-6559
Email Address: dennis.kelly@newhopebariatrics.com