OPT2LIV Optimal Beverages

Dr. Amy Banter and Eric Banter discuss some optimal beverages to help people live optimal lives. Dr. Amy shares that the body is 2/3's water, so the purpose of drinking is to hydrate the body and take on nutrients. They discuss the importance of BPA free products, and highlight that if you are buying bottled water in plastic containers make sure that it is BPA free. Eric shares that they use a reverse osmosis system at home and how affordable it is. Dr. Amy highlights the benefits of coffee to include reduced risks of heart disease, Alzheimers, colon cancer, and premature death, but cautions that it is a stimulate and should be consumed in moderation. Dr. Amy shares that knowing your genetics will help to determine how you will response to coffee. This is one one of the areas covered in an OPT2LIV consulting service. Dr. Amy reviews Tea's phytonutrient detoxifiers and that it also protects against heart disease, hypertension, liver disease, cholesterol, inflammation, boosts immunity, boosts metabolism, burns calories and fats, and helps to neutralize free radicals. Eric shares how they started their home kombucha factory and how the healthy bacteria in this drink helps their family live optimally. Dr. Amy cautions the use of sports drinks, energy drinks, juice, and pop/soda. Opt2Liv Virtual Wellness is a family owned business that spans three generations with over 100 years combined experience in health and wellness. We design personal and customized plans to help you along your journey toward optimal living based off of the FOUR principles of Opt2Liv: Breath, Eat, Move, and Sleep. Whether you are old or young, extremely active or ready for a change, we have solutions to help you live life to the fullest. ShamrockWellness.com