Now that you’ve learned the importance of eating every two to three hours in Element 8, let’s focus on whatyou will be eating.

While Lean & Green recipes can help you practice healthy habits, like cooking and portion sizing, OPTAVIA Fuelings are designed to help you reach optimal health and wellbeing by removing the guesswork. Fuelings are an integral part of our clinically proven plans.

OPTAVIA Fuelings:

• Are scientifically developed by physicians, dietitians and scientists – formulated with the right balance of carbohydrates, protein and fat to help promote a gentle but efficient fat-burning state when on the Optimal Weight 5 & 1 Plan®.
• Contain high-quality protein, which helps retain lean muscle mass, and probiotic cultures, which help support digestive health, as part of a balanced diet and healthy lifestyle.
• May be used interchangeably, as each Fueling is nutritionally equivalent and portion-controlled, so you can substitute any one for any other.
• Are portable or easy to prepare, making them convenient for a busy lifestyle or traveling.
• Are made without colors, flavors or sweeteners from artificial sources.

What is your favorite OPTAVIA Fueling?

Connect with me for additional information on the benefits of OPTAVIA Fuelings.

Today is Earth Day, an annual event on April 22 to demonstrate support for environmental protection.

Here are a few ways we can honor Earth Day and our health and wellbeing:

• Sustainable Eating: Choosing locally sourced, seasonal produce whenever possible supports local farmers and also reduces the carbon footprint associated with food transportation.
• Get Active Outdoors: Incorporate outdoor activities into your routine. Whether it's hiking, biking or simply walking in nature, spending time outdoors fosters a deeper connection with the environment and promotes physical and mental wellbeing.
• Community Clean-Up: Organize or participate in community clean-up events to help beautify our neighborhoods and protect local ecosystems. It's a great way to bond with other members of our OPTAVIA community while making a positive impact on the environment.
• Reduce Food Waste: Meal planning, proper storage techniques and creative ways to use leftovers can all contribute to minimizing food waste and its environmental impact.
• Reusable Containers: Use reusable containers for meal prep and storage instead of single-use plastics. This small change can significantly reduce plastic waste and contribute to a healthier planet.

Earth Day is a reminder to recommit to living in harmony with nature, creating healthy surroundings for ourselves, our communities and future generations.

Happy Earth Day!

When Kimberly’s doctor prescribed Ozempic** to manage her Type 2 diabetes, she also decided to join OPTAVIA and embrace the Habits of Health Transformational System. This comprehensive approach led to newfound hope and improvements in her overall health — and more than 58 pounds lost*.

The accountability provided by her independent OPTAVIA Coach and the lifestyle guidance within the Habits of Health allowed her to eventually decrease her medication usage. Armed with these tools, she incorporated into her routine consistent workouts, frequent small meals, hydration and proper sleep, in pursuit of not only a healthy weight but an overall healthy lifestyle for the long-term. OPTAVIA Fuelings were also instrumental in maintaining balance and convenience in her daily activities.

When introducing the program to new Clients, Kimberly emphasizes the powerful kickstart potential of pairing weight loss medication** with OPTAVIA's holistic approach to lifestyle changes.