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Full, but not Satisfied.
Why do we eat enough, yet still feel undernourished?
Most people are not under eating. They are under nourishing.
You can hit calories, feel full, and still walk around tired, foggy, or craving more food an hour later. That is usually not a willpower issue. It is a food quality issue. The body is getting energy, but not getting what it actually needs to function well.
Here is the hope.
Your body responds quickly when it is given real inputs.
Scripture reminds us where food is supposed to come from.
“He makes grass grow for the cattle, and plants for people to cultivate, bringing forth food from the earth.”
Psalm 104:14 NIV
That verse matters because it points to something simple. Food was created, not engineered. Grown, not assembled. When food stays closer to its natural state, the body knows how to use it.
Here is the reframe.
Living food gives signals, not just calories.
Animal based foods provide complete proteins, bioavailable minerals, and fats that support hormones, brain function, and muscle repair. Fruit provides easily digestible carbohydrates, potassium, vitamin C, and hydration that support energy, digestion, and recovery. These foods give the body what it recognizes, so it does not have to work overtime to extract nutrients.
Ultra processed foods do the opposite. They ask the body to do more work with less payoff. That is why people can eat a lot and still feel unsatisfied. The body keeps asking for nutrients it never received.
So carry this question into today.
Does this food support my body, or just keep me busy eating?
Here is today’s active stillness challenge.
Take five quiet minutes. No phone. No stimulation. Sit comfortably and breathe slowly. Ask God one practical question.
“How can I simplify my food today to better support my health?”
Then act on the first clear idea that comes to mind.
After that stillness, move with intention.
Choose one.
Build one meal today around quality animal protein and fruit.
Or take a ten minute walk after a meal to improve blood sugar control and digestion.
Or slow down while eating, chew thoroughly, and stop when satisfied, not stuffed.
Let the movement reinforce better metabolic signals.
As you finish today, pray this in your own words.
God, thank You for creating food that supports life and strength. Help me make choices that nourish my body and sharpen my mind so I can show up fully for my work, my family, and the calling You have placed on my life. Amen.
This is not about trends or labels.
It is about eating food that actually gives life.
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