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  Investor Contact:
 
   
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  Erin Gehan
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HERBALIFE LTD. ANNOUNCES RECORD SECOND-QUARTER REVENUE OF $530 MILLION

Company Repurchased 3.5 Million Shares During Quarter

LOS ANGELES, August 6, 2007 — Herbalife Ltd. (NYSE: HLF) today reported second-quarter net sales of $530.1 million, an increase of 13.8 percent compared to the same period of 2006. This record performance was largely attributable to continued growth in the company’s top countries, with the U.S. up 30.7 percent and Mexico up 1.7 percent, versus the second quarter of 2006. The company’s Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Michael O. Johnson, said, “We are pleased to report our 14th consecutive quarter of double-digit year-over-year revenue growth and another record quarter for revenue and earnings. All seven of our regions realized net sales growth for the quarter. This performance was driven by the strength of our independent distributors, the success of their daily methods of operations and our products that support them.”

During the second quarter 2007, 56,112 distributors qualified as new supervisors, an increase of 4.9 percent versus the second quarter of 2006. Total supervisors of 368,062 increased 18.5 percent versus second quarter 2006 and the company’s President’s Team membership increased 11.6 percent to 1,031 members. One distributorship attained the prestigious level of Chairman’s Club, bringing the total to 31 members.

Financial Performance

For the quarter ended June 30, 2007, the company reported net income of $48.1 million, or $0.65 per diluted share, compared to $36.3 million, or $0.49 per diluted share in the second quarter of 2006. The increase in net income was primarily attributable to strong net sales growth, expansion in operating profit margins and a lower effective tax rate during the period. Excluding the impact of a favorable tax settlement in one of our international markets1, second quarter 2007 net income was $47.5 million, or $0.64 per diluted share, compared to $0.49 per diluted share in the second quarter of 2006.

1See Schedule A – “Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures” for more detail.

The company invested $13.5 million in capital expenditures during the second quarter, primarily related to enhancements to its management information systems and additional infrastructure investments to improve distributor productivity and service levels. Additionally, the company repurchased 3.5 million shares of its common stock at an average price of $39.65 under the recently approved $300 million share repurchase program. The company used excess cash along with debt to fund the repurchase.

For year to date June 30, 2007, the company reported net income of $89.3 million, or $1.20 per diluted share, compared to $75.0 million, or $1.01 per diluted share in the comparable 2006 period. Excluding the impact of favorable tax settlements in international markets in 2006 and 20071 as well as 2007 expenses related to the 2006 realignment for growth initiative, year to date 2007 net income increased 30.7 percent to $93.2 million, or $1.25 per diluted share, compared to $0.96 per diluted share in the year to date 2006.

1See Schedule A – “Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures” for more detail.

Second Quarter 2007 Business Highlights

Consistent with its distributor strategy, the company continued to support the development and training of its distributors during the second quarter by hosting more than 45,000 distributors globally at numerous local and regional events. Highlights included Active Supervisor School in Mexico, Leadership Development meeting in South America, Spring Spectaculars in the EMEA region and Nutrition Club training in numerous markets.

The company also continued to support distributor business methods by expanding its distribution reach in key markets and expanding the global distribution of its leading products. “We continue to focus our company resources on increasing product availability and services to better support our distributors’ daily methods of operations,” said Greg Probert, the company’s president and chief operating officer.

In June, the company received notification from China’s Ministry of Commerce that its direct-selling license was expanded to permit the company to conduct its direct-selling business in the entire Jiangsu province. Located in China’s east coast, the Jiangsu province, consisting of 13 cities and 61 counties, has a permanent and transient population of approximately 85 to 90 million people.

The company was also added to the Russell 1000, in June 2007, which tracks the performance of the 1000 U.S. companies with the largest market capitalization. The Russell 1000 accounts for approximately 92 percent of total equities traded on U.S. exchanges.

Regional Performance

The EMEA region reported net sales of $146.0 million in the second quarter, up 0.6 percent versus the same period of 2006. However, excluding currency fluctuations, net sales decreased 5.6 percent. EMEA performance was primarily attributable to net sales growth in several of the region’s top markets, including Spain which was up 24.6 percent; Portugal, up 16.0 percent; Italy, up 14.9 percent; and France, up 6.3 percent, in each case compared to the second quarter of 2006. These net sales gains were partially offset by declines in other core markets including Germany and the Netherlands, which were down 29.1 percent and 19.4 percent, respectively, versus the comparable period of 2006. Total supervisors in the region, as of June 30, 2007, decreased 5.3 percent versus the same period in 2006.

The North America region reported net sales of $113.9 million in the second quarter, up 30.3 percent versus the same period of 2006. Excluding currency fluctuations, net sales increased 30.3 percent. Total supervisors in the region, as of June 30, 2007, increased 20.2 percent versus the same period in 2006.

The Mexico and Central America region reported net sales of $97.9 million in the second quarter, up 4.1 percent versus the same period of 2006. Excluding currency fluctuations, net sales increased 1.4 percent. Total supervisors in the region, as of June 30, 2007, increased 41.8 percent as compared to the same period in 2006.

The SAM/SEA region reported net sales of $59.0 million in the second quarter, up 24.2 percent versus the same period of 2006. Excluding currency fluctuations, net sales increased 18.5 percent. The growth in the region was primarily attributable to double and triple digit growth in the region’s top three markets – Venezuela 320.1 percent, Thailand 38.1 percent and Argentina 20.9 percent. Total supervisors in the region, as of June 30, 2007, increased 42.9 percent versus the same period in 2006.

The Greater China region reported net sales of $47.0 million in the second quarter, up 69.7 percent versus the same period of 2006. Excluding currency fluctuations, net sales increased 70.3 percent. The increase was primarily attributable to sales growth in China and Taiwan, up 187.9 percent, and 43.1 percent, respectively. Total supervisors in the region, as of June 30, 2007, increased 41.1 percent versus the same period in 2006. Herbalife currently operates 47 stores and 37 service centers in 28 provinces in China.

The North Asia region reported net sales of $34.0 million in the second quarter, up 2.4 percent versus the same period of 2006. Excluding currency fluctuations, net sales increased 4.2 percent. This performance reflects an 18.8 percent net sales increase in South Korea, partially offset by a 10.1 percent decline in net sales in Japan. Total supervisors in the region, as of June 30, 2007, decreased 0.4 percent versus the same period in 2006.

The Brazil region reported net sales of $32.3 million in the second quarter, up 4.2 percent versus the same period of 2006. Excluding currency fluctuations, net sales decreased 5.2 percent. Total supervisors, as of June 30, 2007, decreased 0.6 percent versus the same period in 2006.

Third Quarter and Full Year 2007 Guidance

Based on its current business trends, the company is raising its full year 2007 diluted earnings per share guidance to a range of $2.56 to $2.61. Additionally, the company is providing guidance for the third quarter of 2007 in the range of $0.59 to $0.64 for diluted earnings per share. The full year 2007 diluted earnings per share estimates exclude severance expenses associated with the company’s realignment for growth initiative along with the increase in tax reserves reported in the first quarter 2007 financial results and the favorable international tax settlement reported this quarter.

Quarterly Dividend

The Board of Directors approved a quarterly cash dividend of $0.20 payable to shareholders of record effective August 31, 2007, payable September 14, 2007.

Second Quarter Earnings Conference Call

Herbalife’s second quarter earnings conference call will be conducted on Tuesday, August 7, 2007 at 8 a.m. PDT (11 a.m. EDT).  The conference call numbers are (866) 219-5268 for domestic calls and (703) 639-1120 for calls made from outside the United States.  Additionally, the conference call will be webcasted.  The link to the webcast is on the Investor Relations section of the company’s Web site at http://ir.herbalife.com/. An audio replay will be available following the completion of the conference call in MP3 format or by dialing (866) 837-8032 (domestic callers) and (703) 925-2474 (international callers) and entering access code 1109438. The webcast of the teleconference will be archived and available on Herbalife’s Web site.

About Herbalife Ltd.

Herbalife Ltd. (www.herbalife.com) is a global network marketing company that sells weight-management, nutrition, and personal care products intended to support a healthy lifestyle. Herbalife products are sold in 65 countries through a network of more than 1.6 million independent distributors. The company supports the Herbalife Family Foundation <http://www.herbalifefamily.org/> and its Casa Herbalife program to bring good nutrition to children. Please visit Herbalife Investor Relations at http://ir.herbalife.com for additional financial information.

Disclosure Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

Except for historical information contained herein, the matters set forth in this press release are “forward-looking statements.” All statements other than
statements of historical fact are “forward-looking statements” for purposes of federal and state securities laws, including any projections of earnings, revenue or other financial items; any statements of the plans, strategies and objectives of management for future operations; any statements concerning proposed new services or developments; any statements regarding future economic conditions or performance; any statements of belief; and any statements of assumptions underlying any of the foregoing. Forward-looking statements may include the words, “may,” “will,” “estimate,” “intend,” “continue,” “believe,” “expect,” or “anticipate” and any other similar words.

Although we believe that the expectations reflected in any of our forward-looking statements are reasonable, actual results could differ materially from those projected or assumed in any of our forward-looking statements. Our future financial condition and results of operations, as well as any forward-looking statements, are subject to change and to inherent risks and uncertainties, such as those disclosed or incorporated by reference in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Important factors that could cause our actual results, performance and achievements, or industry results to differ materially from estimates or projections contained in our forward-looking statements include, among others, the following:

• our relationship with, and our ability to influence the actions of, our distributors;
• adverse publicity associated with our products or network marketing organization;
• uncertainties relating to interpretation and enforcement of recently enacted legislation in China governing direct selling;
• risk of our inability to obtain the necessary licenses to expand our direct selling business in China;
• adverse changes in the Chinese economy, Chinese legal system or Chinese governmental policies;
• risk of improper action by our employees or international distributors in violation of applicable law;
• changing consumer preferences and demands;
• loss or departure of any member of our senior management team which could negatively impact our distributor relations and operating results;
• the competitive nature of our business;
• regulatory matters governing our products, including potential governmental or regulatory actions concerning the safety or efficacy of our products, and network marketing program, including the direct selling market in which we operate;
• risks associated with operating internationally, including foreign exchange risks;
• our dependence on increased penetration of existing markets;
• contractual limitations on our ability to expand our business;
• our reliance on our information technology infrastructure and outside manufacturers;
• the sufficiency of trademarks and other intellectual property rights;
• product concentration;
• our reliance on our management team;
• uncertainties relating to the application of transfer pricing, duties and similar tax regulations;
• taxation relating to our distributors,
• product liability claims; and
• there can be no assurance that we will purchase any of our shares in the open market or otherwise.

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RESULTS OF OPERATIONS:

Herbalife Ltd.
Consolidated Statements of Income
(In thousands, except per share data)

                                 
    Quarter Ended   Six Months Ended
         
 
    6/30/2006       6/30/2007       6/30/2006       6/30/2007  
 
                               
 
                               
North America
  $ 87,360     $ 113,885       174,489       218,437  
Mexico & Central America
    93,983       97,858       178,023       193,754  
Brazil
    31,028       32,263       66,500       65,557  
SAMSEA
    47,480       59,012       90,900       114,775  
EMEA
    145,224       146,038       286,688       289,236  
Greater China
    27,706       47,058       56,275       87,742  
North Asia
    33,206       33,986       68,900       68,698  
 
                               
Worldwide net sales
    465,987       530,100       921,775       1,038,199  
Cost of Sales
    92,640       111,361       184,006       218,644  
 
                               
Gross Profit
    373,347       418,739       737,769       819,555  
Royalty Overrides
    167,351       188,509       332,649       368,769  
SGA
    140,881       152,157       275,925       301,585  
 
                               
Operating Income
    65,115       78,073       129,195       149,201  
Interest Expense - net
    4,955       2,274       10,970       4,478  
 
                               
Income before income taxes
    60,160       75,799       118,225       144,723  
Income Taxes
    23,834       27,690       43,203       55,434  
Net Income
    36,326       48,109       75,022       89,289  
 
                               
 
                               
Basic Shares
    70,647       70,616       70,297       71,180  
Diluted Shares
    74,220       73,990       73,954       74,491  
 
                               
Basic EPS
  $ 0.51     $ 0.68     $ 1.07     $ 1.25  
 
                               
Diluted EPS
  $ 0.49     $ 0.65     $ 1.01     $ 1.20  
 
                               

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Herbalife Ltd.
Consolidated Balance Sheets
(In thousands)

                 
    Dec. 31,   June 30,
    2006   2007
ASSETS
               
Current Assets:
               
Cash & cash equivalents
  $ 154,323     $ 147,044  
Inventory, net
    146,036       125,450  
Other current assets
    155,348       179,906  
 
               
Total Current Assets
    455,707       452,400  
 
               
Property and equipment, net
    105,266       112,773  
Other Assets
    30,931       31,952  
Goodwill
    113,221       110,866  
Intangible assets, net
    311,808       310,259  
 
               
Total Assets
  $ 1,016,933     $ 1,018,250  
 
               
 
               
 
               
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY
               
Current Liabilities:
               
Accounts payable
    39,990       35,494  
Royalty Overrides
    116,896       112,166  
Accrued expenses
    149,575       173,274  
Current portion of long term debt
    5,599       65,018  
Other current liabilities
    11,432       11,182  
 
               
Total Current Liabilities
    323,492       397,134  
 
               
Long-term debt, net of current portion
    179,839       150,808  
Other long-term liabilities
    159,712       164,011  
 
               
Total Liabilities
    663,043       711,953  
 
               
 
               
Shareholders’ equity:
               
Common shares
    143       137  
Additional paid in capital
    132,755       144,447  
Accumulated other comprehensive loss
    (782 )     (117 )
Retained earnings
    221,774       161,830  
 
               
 
               
Total Shareholders’ Equity
    353,890       306,297  
 
               
Total Liabilities and Shareholders’ Equity
  $ 1,016,933     $ 1,018,250  
 
               

Herbalife Ltd.
Total Supervisors by Region

                         
Region   2Q/2006   2Q/2007   % Chg
EMEA
    80,157       75,884       -5 %
Mexico and Central America
    53,107       75,302       42 %
North America
    57,545       69,195       20 %
SAM/SEA
    42,340       60,507       43 %
Greater China
    24,349       34,358       41 %
Brazil
    34,266       34,066       -1 %
North Asia
    18,819       18,750       0 %
Worldwide
    310,583       368,062       19 %
 
                       

Herbalife Ltd.
Volume Points by Region
(in thousands)

                         
Region
    2Q/2006       2Q/2007     % Chg
 
                       
EMEA
    148,104       136,451       -7.8 %
Mexico and Central
    160,767       155,143       -3.5 %
America
                       
North America
    133,178       175,216       31.5 %
SAM/SEA
    60,815       83,091       36.7 %
Greater China
    33,633       53,906       60.4 %
Brazil
    40,578       37,353       -7.9 %
North Asia
    29,145       29,857       2.4 %
Worldwide
    606,220       671,017       10.7 %
 
                       

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

SCHEDULE A: RECONCILIATION OF NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES

NORMALIZED 2Q 2006 vs. 2Q 2007

                                 
The following is a reconciliation of net income, presented and reported in accordance with U.S.
               
generally accepted accounting principles, to net income adjusted for certain items:
               
 
               
        Three Months Ended
             
 
        6/30/2006               6/30/2007  
 
                               
 
                           
Net income, as reported
  $ 36,326             $ 48,109  
Tax benefit resulting from an international
                       
income tax audit settlement
    -               (609 )
 
                               
Net income, as adjusted
  $ 36,326             $ 47,500  
 
                       
 
                           
The following is a reconciliation of diluted earnings per share, presented and reported in
               
accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles, to diluted earnings per share adjusted for certain items:
 
                               
        Three Months Ended
             
 
        6/30/2006               6/30/2007  
 
                               
 
                           
Diluted earnings per share, as reported
  $ 0.49             $ 0.65  
Tax benefit resulting from an international
                       
income tax audit settlement
    -               (0.01 )
 
                               
Diluted earnings per share, as adjusted
  $ 0.49             $ 0.64  
 
                       
Note: Amounts may not total due to rounding.
                               

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

SCHEDULE A: RECONCILIATION OF NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES

NORMALIZED YTD 2006 vs. YTD 2007

                                 
The following is a reconciliation of net income, presented and reported in accordance with U.S.
               
generally accepted accounting principles, to net income adjusted for certain items:
               
 
               
        YTD
             
 
        6/30/2006               6/30/2007  
 
                               
 
                           
Net income, as reported
  $ 75,022             $ 89,289  
Tax benefit resulting from an international
                       
income tax audit settlement
    (3,693 )             (609 )
Expenses associated with the realignment
                       
for growth initiative
    -               989  
Increase in tax reserves
                          3,565  
 
                               
Net income, as adjusted
  $ 71,329             $ 93,234  
 
                       
 
                           
The following is a reconciliation of diluted earnings per share, presented and reported in
               
accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles, to diluted earnings per share adjusted for certain items:
 
                               
        YTD
             
 
        6/30/2006               6/30/2007  
 
                               
 
                           
Diluted earnings per share, as reported
  $ 1.01             $ 1.20  
Tax benefit resulting from an international
                       
income tax audit settlement
    (0.05 )             (0.01 )
Expenses associated with the realignment
                       
for growth initiative
    -               0.01  
Increase in tax reserves
                          0.05  
 
                               
Diluted earnings per share, as adjusted
  $ 0.96             $ 1.25  
 
                       
Note: Amounts may not total due to rounding.
                               

SCHEDULE B: FINANCIAL GUIDANCE

2007 Guidance

For the Three Months ending September 30, 2007 and Twelve Months Ending December 31, 2007

                                 
    Three Months Ending   Twelve Months Ending
    September 30, 2007   December 31, 2007
    Low   High   Low   High
Net sales growth vs. 2006
    8.0 %     10.0 %     9.0 %     11.0 %
Effective tax rate (1)
    36.0 %     36.5 %     36.0 %     36.5 %
EPS (2)
  $ 0.59     $ 0.64     $ 2.56     $ 2.61  
Cap Ex ($ mm’s)
  $ 10.0     $ 12.0     $ 43.0     $ 45.0  
(1) Excludes the increase in tax reserves which was reported in the
first quarter 2007 financial results and tax benefit resulting from an international
income tax audit settlement.
 
 
 
 
(2) Excludes the impact of expenses expected to be incurred in 2007
relating to the company’s alignment for growth initiative and the increase in tax
reserves, which was reported in the first quarter 2007 financial result as well as
the increase in tax reserves which was reported in the second quarter 2007 financial
result. Includes accretion related to the company’s recent repurchase of 3.5
million shares in our repurchase program.
                       

2