Changes in Attitude, Changes in Latitude, Living with Gusto!

Another week has come and gone. Up to this point, we have focused primarily on the physical aspects of being healthy. Obviously, being in good physical condition makes us feel better about ourselves. It improves self-image. In addition, the mental aspect of health and healing is equally important. A healthy attitude is one that meets each new day and its challenges with vim and vigor, and the perception that you will pursue everything in your life with purpose.

Health Benefits of A Positive Attitude

University of California researchers found that actors could influence their immune systems by the emotions they portrayed. There are studies upon studies done by the likes of Harvard, Duke University, University of Chicago, etc. showing a direct relationship between improved health, extended life, an overall sense of well being and having a positive, happy attitude towards life. Championing the idea of optimism are musical bands like the Beatles who sang, "All You Need Is Love" and the popular Dave Mathews Band who poetically cites, "from the dark side we can see a glow of something bright." Yes, the cliché is true, life is going to throw out some lemons, but turning those lemons into lemonade is one of the most important keys to maintaining good health.

Why Optimize?
Daily stress and problems can really wear us down and drain the body of the energy that it needs. When times demand more energy, more focus, and more personal involvement, that's when Växa's Optimize should be used.
Often times, we may have energy stores that the body simply cannot use because of nutritional deficiencies, which impede the efficient breakdown of said stores. When you think about it, it's really a shame.

Health Follow-up:

Continue these proactive steps towards wellness: Increase your water intake. Regular exercise (5 times per week, 30-45 minutes). Get plenty of good quality sleep. Maintain a balanced diet of good carbohydrates (fruits, veggies, grains, and legumes), good fats, and protein. Take nutritional supplements targeted to your specific needs as well as eliminate fast foods and saturated fats. Wash your hands frequently and practice "Good Hygiene." De-stress your mind and body with yoga, meditation or spiritual practices. Detoxify your system and take an antioxidant. Have fun laugh every day. Humor is good medicine. Develop positive personal and professional relationships.