Health and wellness are two of the biggest components that fuel the energy and quality of our lives. So how does truth play an important role in our health? When you are being true to yourself, you are being honest with yourself and others about what you value and desire.

Taking ownership of our health means we need to accept who we are with compassion, take action to reach our health goals, and celebrate our achievements.  Here are several ways you can take control of your health while staying true to your transformation:

• Determine your WHY. This is the unique aspect of your health journey. Your WHY is what inspires you to take action and sets you apart from everyone else. Determining why you want to live a healthier lifestyle is a crucial part in communicating your purpose and preparing an actionable plan.
• Make a plan. Write down your goals and the steps to take to reach your goals. Having a written plan will make your objectives clear. When faced with a decision between a healthy or unhealthy choice, remember that making the healthier decision will give you a greater benefit, and greater satisfaction.
• View challenges as opportunities: The road to success will have obstacles and challenges, but it’s the process of overcoming these that empowers you to transform. Welcome challenges as opportunities to grow by using Dr. A’s Stop. Challenge. Choose.^®
• Eat healthy. A healthy, well-balanced diet provides the energy you need to stay active throughout the day, and is a key factor for achieving a healthy weight. OPTAVIA’s Fuelings and Plans are designed to provide the right nutrition at every stage of your journey.
• Manage stress. Realizing you are in control of your life is the foundation for managing stress. Take charge of your thoughts and emotions by identifying the stressors in your life and utilize coping methods that are healthy and productive.
• Reach out for support. As your OPTAVIA Coach, I’m here to guide and help keep you accountable. Also, our OPTAVIA Community of like-minded people offer valuable insight that will ignite your journey to health, one healthy habit at a time.

Ask me, your OPTAVIA Coach, about other ways to be authentically healthy on your journey to Lifelong Transformation, One Healthy Habit at a Time™.

A nutritious breakfast helps reduce cravings and aids digestion, which are both equally important for achieving and maintaining a healthy weight. Breakfast also provides essential vitamins and nutrients to keep you energized and focused throughout your day. Here are some tips for implementing healthy breakfast habits to power you through the start of your day:

• Plan breakfast in advance. If you know you’re going to be rushing out the door in the morning for work or school drop off, prep your meal or ingredients in advance to reduce the amount of time you spend planning in the morning. Have your Fueling ready to go, chop recipe ingredients the night before, or simply take a mental note of what you will eat in the morning.
• Eat within an hour after getting up. Have your first meal within one hour after rising to keep blood sugar levels stable throughout the day, and boost your metabolism. The longer you wait to eat, the hungrier you may become.
• Have healthy food. Start your day with a Fueling or prepare a healthy Lean and Green meal a healthy, hearty omelet or frittata for the entire family to enjoy. For Lean and Green recipe ideas, check out our recipe in this week’s newsletter or visit OPTAVIA’s Pinterest page an array of other featured recipes.
• Enjoy your breakfast. Make an effort to sit down, and enjoy your breakfast, versus eating on the run. Focus on intentionally chewing your food throughout, to slow yourself down and eat slower. This tactic also aids digestion.

Breaking your overnight fast with a balanced meal can make a significant impact in overall health and well-being.  Ask me, your OPTAVIA Coach, for other tips about how to have a healthy breakfast on your journey to Lifelong Transformation, One Healthy Habit at a Time™.

The Sky is the Limit

 “I had been overweight my entire life, always feeling extremely overwhelmed by the amount of weight I had to lose. I tried just about every diet on the market, and I would always get discouraged, and end up quitting time after time.”

After Marissa was diagnosed with Type II diabetes, she became so scared how it would affect her future that it prompted her to take control of her health.

“My godmother told me about OPTAVIA, what it had done for her as a Client, and how she ultimately decided to become an OPTAVIA Coach because she experienced firsthand this amazing Program. It was one of the easier decisions I’ve ever made – I quickly jumped onboard!”

Within the first week, Marissa lost nearly 10 pounds*.

“After two months on Plan, I felt healthy and energized enough to go out and get a job! I had been out of work for six years because I felt so sick, anxious, and depressed all the time. I couldn’t believe that in just two months this Program turned things around for me the way it did!”

Marissa continues to focus on building her career, starting a family with her husband, going on adventures, and helping others throughout their transformation journeys.

“For the first time in my life, I feel genuinely happy with who I am, and how I’m continuing to grow. I’ve lost 70 pounds* to date, and still have 30-40 pounds to go before I hit my goal, but I feel 1000% confident in myself, and in my ability to accomplish this!

I’m so incredibly grateful for OPTAVIA and how my life has blossomed since I said “YES!” to my health! When you implement the healthy habits that OPTAVIA helps you learn and build, the sky is the limit! I can only keep going up from here!”