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“So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.” – 1 Corinthians 10: 31 Giving Up Junk Food: Honoring God with Healthy Choices As Christians, we are called to honor God with our bodies. But how often do we really think about what we eat? Junk food—fast food, sugary snacks, and processed meals—might be convenient, but it doesn’t nourish our bodies the way God intended. Too much junk food leads to low energy, weight gain, and even long-term health problems like diabetes and heart disease. It also affects our mental well-being, making us feel sluggish and unfocused. When we fuel our bodies with unhealthy food, we are not giving ourselves the best chance to serve God with strength and energy. Giving up junk food doesn’t mean never enjoying a treat, but it does mean being more intentional about what we eat. Choosing fresh, whole foods—fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains—gives our bodies the nutrients they need to thrive. Cooking at home instead of relying on fast food helps us appreciate God’s provision and avoid unnecessary waste. Jesus fed people with simple, nourishing food—bread, fish, and natural produce. We can follow His example by treating food as a blessing, not just as a quick fix for cravings. By making healthier choices, we respect the bodies God has given us and live with more energy to fulfill His purpose. Let’s honor God by fueling ourselves wisely!

March 6 – Say NO to junk food

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“Why do you spend your money for that which is not bread, and your labor for that which does not satisfy? Listen diligently to me, and eat what is good, and delight yourselves in rich food” ~ Isaiah 55:2 Have a junk-food free Lent Junk food is any food that is highly processed, high in calories and low in nutrients. Junk food is also usually high in added sugars, salt and saturated or trans fats. Some research points to junk foods as being as addictive as alcohol and drugs.. Junk food is found just about everywhere. It is sold at supermarkets, workplaces, schools and vending machines. It is easily available which makes it convenient and in essence makes it difficult to limit or avoid. However junk food poses more health risks and more negative impacts as compared to the “delicious benefits” they have. Junk food has harmful after effects- Eating a poor quality diet high in junk food is linked to a higher risk of obesity, depression, digestive issues, heart disease and stroke, type 2 diabetes, cancer, and early death. Foods you can substitute junk food with: Fruits: apples, bananas, oranges, and berries Vegetables: leafy greens, peppers, broccoli, and cauliflower Whole grains and starches: oats, brown rice, quinoa, and sweet potatoes Seeds and nuts: almonds, walnuts, and sunflower seeds Legumes: beans, peas, and lentils Healthy protein sources: fish, shellfish, tofu, steak, and poultry Dairy: Greek yogurt, cheese, and fermented dairy products like kefir Healthy fats: olive oil, nut butters, avocados, and coconut Healthy beverages: water, sparkling water, green tea, and herbal teas Junk food also creates mountains of waste, plastic, Styrofoam and plastic coated cardboard. Choose the healthier option for your body, your wallet and the planet. Say NO to junk. #ThrowOutThejunk Image by 41330 from Pixabay

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