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A ‘Smart’ Vacation Retreat

Experience a Healthier Lifestyle

BY BARBARA R. FALLON Midwest during the 70’s, 80’s and 90s
and personally benefited by losing
Who wouldn’t give a thumbs-up to a weight and maintaining a healthier
warm seaside vacation? So, why not lifestyle after he found himself a member
make it a ‘smart’ vacation with long-term of the obesity epidemic and threatened
benefits for overall physical health, with acquired chronic diseases. It was
weight loss, improved mental attitude that personal journey that motivated him
and environmental support at the to create Balance for Life in Florida and
Balance For Life Health Retreat in the offer a comprehensive all-inclusive
Wyndham Hotel in Deerfield Beach, lifestyle program with health director Dr.
Florida? Frank Sabatino, who brings 4 decades of
The Balance For Life (BFL) mission is research and expertise in health and
that every life should be filled with wellness spa environments. He personal-
vibrant physical, emotional, mental and ly supervises the vegan whole food plant-
spiritual health and a sense of purpose— based program as well as the juice
and teaches the practical tools to attain cleansing and water only fasting pro-
them in an all-inclusive program focus- grams.
ing on Nutrition, Fitness, Mindfulness In recent years, the medical communi-
and Natural Treatments. BYL offers a ty has been investigating more holistic Balance For Life team (l-r): Harold Lebovic, Owner; Jolene, Reservations, Danielle
variety of options with specialized pro- and functional healing options in addi-
grams in juicing, water-only fasting and a tion to traditional medicine. Balance for Silverman, CEO; Dr. Frank Sabatino, Linzi Fitness; Sean, Marketing
SOS-Free (no added Salt, Oil or Sugar) Life clients are people from all different
Plant-Based menu for optimal health. walks of life including educated clini- full and satisfied at the end of the day), NHA Retreat Dates
According to Jolene who handles cians, nurses, teachers and moms and clients go home rejuvenated, with tips on Announced
client reservations, people overwhelm- daughters who want an ocean front, nur- continuing a successful transition to
ingly take advantage of this holistic turing sanctuary to start a healthier their home environment while dealing The second Annual National
opportunity to de-stress, detoxify and lifestyle with like-minded people in an with the temptations in their ‘real’ world. Health Association sponsored
reboot following this gold standard pro- intimate group setting. They get recipes, tips on using equip- Retreat will be held at Balance For
gram of plant based whole food nutrition According to Lebovic, they are not ment like air fryers and instant-pot meal Life featuring prominent national
that helps guests reduce dependence on looking for magic potions or lotions, but prep and inspiration that comes from speakers in the field of health and
medications and processed foods, in want to unplug and experience the how much better they feel after letting wellness on January 12-16th, 2020.
addition to tai chi, yoga, aqua exercises beginning of a genuine, livable lifestyle. the body heal naturally - even after a Special pricing available at Balance
along with health education program- After a long weekend, week, or month short period. For Life website.
ming from expert MD’s, PhD’s, nutrition- with a daily routine of beach walks, yoga “We encourage our clients to take it a
ists, and exercise specialists. and aqua exercises, fitness classes and a day at a time which could mean meatless
Harold Lebovic, founder, was involved smorgasbord of plant based meals Mondays, regular physical activity and
in health spas in Florida and the (which always amazes clients who feel small consistent changes in every aspect While the program isn’t a one-size-fits-
of their day to day lifestyles. Small steps all, if you are interested in personally
yield big results as the guests develop learning the basic steps toward a health-
healthy routines and make lifelong ier lifestyle while supporting the ethical
friends that they often keep in touch treatment of animals and caring for the
with. And, many typically come back as environment, call the reservation line
repeat guests for a weekend or longer to and consult with experts about the value
reset and take their experience to the of an all-inclusive retreat at the ocean-
next level, “Jolene confirmed. front Balance For Life program in
While participants claim addresses Deerfield Beach, Florida.
from around the world, there are also
opportunities for locals to participate in
day programs and return home at night For more information, call toll-free
when they are within driving distance. 1-800-663-9292 or local
They experience the identical (954) 947-5888; email
fitness/education and meal programs info@balanceforlifeflorida.com or visit
minus the overnight room accommoda- balanceforlifeflorida.com.
tions.

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