FAITH, HEALTH & HEALING DEVOTIONAL – DAY 26

Practicing Moderation

“ All things are lawful, but not all things are profitable. All things are lawful, but not all things edify.” – 1 Corinthians 10:23

We had a healthy living class some months back where a widow who just lost her husband attended the class after coming in contact with our materials. She was still mourning the demise of her husband as she spoke during one of the sessions. She said “My husband probably would have lived had he come in contact with you six months ago”.

The husband had battled a condition and was told by healthcare practitioners to continue his usual feeding pattern which unknown to them consists mainly of foods that aggravated his condition. A Chinese proverb says whoever takes medicine and neglects a change in diet wastes his doctor’s time.

Perhaps the most neglected principle of health and healthy living is that of moderation. Every human has the tendency of over-doing things especially those that bring satisfaction and pleasure. This is also observed in feeding patterns and gradually becomes a habit.

For maximized health, certain substances must be eliminated while some must be taken in moderation. They are lawful as they do not contravene the laws of nations though many countries have laws about certain food substances in order to protect the citizens. These substances are usually not profitable and instead of edifying, they pull down the body’s health.

A group of white substances have been aptly named the killer foods. Unfortunately they have gained prominence on our meal table. The common table salt which is a refined product has been found to contain anti-caking agents which studies have shown to be carcinogenic. Refined salts have been depleted of several beneficial minerals due to the process engaged in its refinery. Sea salt, pink salt, Himalayan salt, etc are suitable alternatives but should also be taken moderately.

Humans are the only mammals that take milk after they have been weaned. The consumption of cow milk has been linked to the initiation of several medical conditions. Tonsillitis in children of school age can be controlled by avoiding cow milk. These commercial cows are raised with growth and hormone altering substances. Upon ingestion, the hormonal levels of the body are distorted creating a condition conducive for the initiation of disease processes in the body.

It is recommended that cow produces raised on commercial farms be avoided. Plant-based milk types are suitable alternatives with examples like tigernut milk, almond milk, rice milk, coconut milk, etc.

Refined sugar has found its way into most foods in various forms. Drinks and beverages, beef, packaged juices, etc are all substances that are being loaded with sugar in recent times. Studies have shown among other dangers of ingesting refine sugar the reduced immune function of white blood cells. Also, refined sugars have inflammatory properties hence could be an initiator to cancer process in the human body. Natural sweeteners are abundant in nature and include date, organic honey, stevia, raisins, etc.

Monosodium glutamate (MSG) is a taste enhancer found in several artificial seasonings. It is included in seasonings at varying degrees while it is alarming in some seasonings. This chemical is no nutrient and does not confer any health benefit outside of enhancing the tastes of food but the side effects are great. Children of school age who are being exposed to MSG thru seasonings in noodles and common packaged snacks have been found to jerk momentarily and in some extreme cases have seizures.

MSG is an exito-toxin and could lead to neuro-degenerative conditions in later life. It has also been found to aggravate conditions like hemorrhoids and arthritis as it aids inflammation. Natural seasonings like dill, oregano, basil, ginger, onions, garlic, cray fish, etc are suitable and healthy alternatives.

Ensure you confirm the profitability of your food.

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