SALT LAKE CITY – January 15, 2009 – USANA Health Sciences, Inc. (NASDAQ: USNA) announced today that its supplement CoQuinone® 30 has been evaluated and approved by ConsumerLab.com, LLC. A leading provider of independent product test results and information, ConsumerLab.com helps consumers and healthcare professionals evaluate health and wellness products.

In a recent study, ConsumerLab.com evaluated coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) and ubiquinol products from various nutritional supplement manufacturers to determine whether they contained the amounts of the compounds as stated on their labels. Upon completion, ConsumerLab.com announced that USANA's Coquinone® 30 was "found to contain their labeled amounts of CoQ10 and/or ubiquinol." The review can be found on the company's Web site at www.consumerlab.com.

"ConsumerLab.com is a well-respected organization focused on providing consumers with objective and accurate reviews of the nutritional products available in today’s marketplace," said USANA Executive Vice President of Research & Development Tim Wood. "Their approval of CoQuinone® 30 validates USANA’s dedication quality, and underscores our commitment to providing nutritionals you can trust.

According to its Web site, ConsumerLab.com receives more than 3 million visits per year. Since the organization’s inception in 1999, ConsumerLab.com has tested more than 2,100 products, representing hundreds of different brands and nearly every type of popular supplement.

In recent years, ConsumerLab.com has also approved USANA’s Visionex and BiOmega supplements. For more information about ConsumerLab.com, please visit consumerlab.

For more information about USANA’s products and opportunity, visit www.usana.com.

About USANA
USANA Health Sciences develops and manufactures high-quality nutritionals, personal care, and weight management products that are sold directly to Preferred Customers and Associates throughout the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, Japan, Taiwan, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Mexico, the Netherlands and the United Kingdom.

SALT LAKE CITY – January 19, 2009 – USANA Health Sciences, Inc. (NASDAQ: USNA) today began operations in the Philippines, the 14th market where independent Associates sell USANA’s high quality nutritional supplements.

According to the Direct Selling Association of the Philippines, annual direct selling revenues in the country total about $500 million. As one of the 25 largest markets globally for direct sales, the Philippines offers USANA a significant direct selling opportunity.

“During these tough economic times, USANA is fortunate to be able to continue its international growth," said USANA CEO Dave Wentz. “We believe the Philippines will be another strong market for our company. For many USANA Associates, entering the Philippines provides them with a great opportunity to build their business in a market where they already have strong ties.”

For more information about USANA’s products and opportunity, visit www.usana.com.

About USANA
USANA Health Sciences develops and manufactures high-quality nutritionals, personal care, and weight management products that are sold directly to Preferred Customers and Associates throughout the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, Japan, Taiwan, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, the Philippines, Mexico, the Netherlands and the United Kingdom.

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1. What is soy protein isolate?

Soy protein isolate is the most digestible source of soy. Soy protein isolate is also rich in amino acids. Amino acids are the building blocks of protein, essential for human growth and maintenance.

2. What is a "complete protein?"

A complete protein contains all nine essential amino acids. The body requires 20 amino acids, our body produces 11 on its own. The remaining nine must come from the foods we eat. Soy protein provides all nine missing amino acids, making it a complete protein. The soybean is one of the only vegetable offering a complete protein profile.

3. How does soy compare to other protein like whey?

Soy protein is one of the highest quality proteins available. It is also very low in fat, has no cholesterol, and is very easy to digest. Many whey proteins are high in lactose and are difficult to digest. In addition, soy protein is a plant source while whey protein is from dairy animals.

4. What is the soy protein health claim?

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has recognized that diets low in saturated fat and cholesterol that include 25 grams of soy protein a day may reduce the risk of heart disease. One serving of SoyaMax Complete Soy provides 24 grams of soy protein.

5. What is the nutritional profile for SoyaMax?

SoyaMax contains 110 calories, 24 grams of protein, 1 gram of carbohydrate, and 1 gram of fat.

6. Does SoyaMax contain an artificial sweetener?

No, SoyaMax uses a natural vanilla flavor.

7. How do you recommend we supplement with the SoyaMax?

SoyaMax has a mild vanilla flavor. You can mix SoyaMax with 6-8 oz of water, skim milk, Nutrimeal, Fibergy, juice, or your favorite beverage. It can also be used as a protein source in conjunction with any meal to which you would like to add additional protein.

8. How does SoyaMax help in lowering cholesterol?

Clinical data shows that soy protein lowers serum cholesterol. SoyaMax is rich in soy protein and isoflavones. Each serving contains 24 grams of soy protein. According to the FDA, 25 grams of soy protein per day, as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol, may reduce the risk of heart disease.