In a virtual discussion organized by FWD Life Insurance on Monday, specialists and professionals shared their thoughts on the topic “Joyfulness is the Best Medicine”, and how it relates to holistic health and well-being.
According to acclaimed rheumatologist Dr. Ging Zamora, there is a scientific connection between joyfulness and overall health. She said, “Being joyful can have a positive impact on one’s health, by improving the immune system, lowering the risk of cardiovascular disease and others.”
Turning to physical health, fitness consultant and coach Jim Saret affirmed Dr. Zamora’s explanation, quoting various studies that prove joyfulness can influence a person’s health habits.
“Studies show that joyful people are more likely to exercise, eat healthy foods, sleep better, and avoid smoking. If you have a good sense of well-being, it’s easier to maintain good habits.”
Dr. Shake Hocson echoed Dr. Zamora and Saret’s statements, emphasizing the effect of joyfulness in an individual’s mental, emotional, and social state. “Joyfulness is the best medicine because it is the true and pure delight of your heart and soul that transcends regardless of the person and condition.”
Roche Vandenberghe, vice president and head of marketing at FWD Life Insurance, pointed out that financial fitness is an important part of holistic health and wellbeing.
FWD’s innovative Health Bundle allows customers to choose a variable universal life (VUL) base plan from either Set for Life or Manifest. These products provide protection against critical illnesses as well as help customers grow and protect their financial investment.
KanMend, on the other hand, offers coverage for critical illness and gives cash reward for confinement due to COVID-19 or COVID-19 vaccination at an affordable price.
Another novel FWD product is Set for Health that offers “zero-waste health protection”. This means every premium paid works for plan owners: they can claim up to three times for unrelated major critical illnesses and waives all premiums on the first major critical illness diagnosis so they can focus on their recovery. If they never make a major critical illness claim by age 75, they will get back 100 percent of their paid premiums.
