The Christian Weight-Loss Podcast

#167 - What Should I Eat?


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If you’ve ever stood in front of the fridge and thought, “What should I even eat?” — this episode is for you. 🙋‍♀️

You don’t need another diet. You need clarity.
In this episode, I’ll break down what to eat in a way that’s simple, sustainable, and Spirit-led — not restrictive.

🥗 What You’ll Learn:
  • 💡 Why asking “What should I eat?” isn’t about rules — it’s about alignment

  • ✝️ How choosing whole foods can be an act of worship

  • ✅ A practical list of nourishing, real foods in each major category

  • 📋 How to mix and match meals that satisfy your body and support your goals

  • 🛠️ A mindset shift from perfect eating to purposeful fueling

    🥩 Lean Proteins (Choose from these daily):
    • Chicken breast

    • Ground turkey

    • Salmon or white fish

    • Eggs or egg whites

    • Greek yogurt (low sugar)

    • Cottage cheese

    • Protein powder (clean ingredients)

    • Tofu or tempeh

      🥑 Healthy Fats (Small portions nourish hormones + satiety):
      • Avocado

      • Olive oil

      • Nuts (almonds, walnuts, cashews)

      • Nut butters (watch for added sugar)

      • Seeds (chia, flax, pumpkin, hemp)

      • Fatty fish like salmon

      • Coconut oil (sparingly)

        🍠 Complex Carbs with Fiber (Energy + digestion support):
        • Sweet potatoes

        • Oats (steel-cut or rolled)

        • Quinoa

        • Brown rice

        • Lentils & beans

        • Whole grain bread or wraps

        • Chickpeas

        • Whole grain pasta (like chickpea or lentil pasta)

          🥦 Fruits & Veggies (God’s natural pharmacy):
          • Leafy greens: spinach, kale, arugula

          • Cruciferous: broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage

          • Colorful picks: bell peppers, carrots, tomatoes, squash

          • Berries: blueberries, raspberries, strawberries

          • Bananas, apples, oranges, grapes, pineapple

          • Frozen produce (great for smoothies or stir-fry!)

            ✝️ Faith Anchor:
            “So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.”
            — 1 Corinthians 10:31
            🛠️ Practical Takeaway:

            You don’t have to obsess about what to eat.
            Fuel your body with real food.
            Let God lead your choices — not guilt, confusion, or culture.

            🎧 Tune in now to simplify your food choices and build confidence in what to eat.

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            Let’s keep walking this out in truth and grace. 💫

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