People are very conscious about their health and nutritional intake. Everyone is trying to make sure they get all of the required vitamins and minerals they need to lead a healthy and active life. In addition to staying healthy, people are also finding that they need to supplement their income. Home-based businesses, especially direct selling ventures are becoming more and more popular. Goldshield Elite combines both.



Established over twenty years ago in Florida, Goldshield Elite states their history goes back to 1889 with the W. T. Rawleigh Company. Their headquarters is a state of the art facility and they are a member of the Direct Sellers Association. Their parent company, Goldshield Group plc is a leading pharmaceutical company that does research and development on the products they offer following the guidelines set up under the Good Manufacturing Practices. Their news section includes not only the most recent press releases but also informative health articles. They also have offices in Canada, Europe and the United Kingdom.

Goldshield Elite's product line includes vitamins and supplements, salves, household cleaning items, specialty foods, and spices. There is a product catalog for each of the countries they service. Customers are able to order the items from a certified consultant and there are links with each item that will help you find one in your area. Prices range from $5.90 to $90.00. Each product page has a description of the item including the formula used to develop it as well as the benefits it provides. There are additional facts and information available that breaks down the daily percentages if applicable.

Customers to the website will also find nutrition articles and tips for healthy living on the website. These include tips on exercising, healthy eating, articles from the doctor's desk and nutrient information. It also contains a list of common ailments with basic, additional information in one handy area.

Goldshield Elite members can get started earning money by simply purchasing the product and enrolling in a monthly product purchase plan. The items are available at wholesale price and the member gets enrollee benefits. To become an elite member, prospective resellers are advised to contact a current member and enroll beneath them.

From there, they are eligible to receive additional member benefits. This is a pyramid scheme marketing opportunity. Members can earn free product points with every sale and qualifying members are eligible to enroll in a PRO insurance plan. They also offer a Pulsate Plus Success Pack to members to get started. The cost is $499.95 and includes product samples, brochures, catalogs, and three months of free personal website service.

This direct selling plan has potential for growth and profit for someone that is willing to work the product angles. Goldshield Elite has a product line filled with variety that could appeal to a wide audience. It is also one of the few companies that offer insurance plans to the resellers. By starting out as a member who purchases the product to try, there is a low starting cost. The Success Pack seems to be an optional perk the company offers. With the right drive, this could be a very lucrative business.