When I was in high school, I struggled with an eating disorder that almost took my life. I had no self-esteem and certainly didn’t love myself.
I really needed someone to remind me that I wasn’t alone, that I was enough just as I was, and that God was so much bigger than my anxiety and fears.
If you’re feeling the same way, take a look at Isaiah 41:10—it’s such a beautiful verse of reassurance! You’re not alone in this, and we can lean on His strength together.
“Don’t be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be discouraged, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you. I will hold you up with my victorious right hand.” Isaiah 41:10 KJV
If you are like I was, I am here for you.
Joy Rising Nutrition is all about helping each of us grow deeper in our faith and better understand the foundations of our beliefs to heal our relationships and misconceptions about the foods God created. I’m here to guide you back to the simplicity of God’s design.
Romans 8:37 states, “No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us.”
Grace-Fueled Calm: Embrace God’s Plan to Reduce Stress
Join me for a 3-session dive into this very current, intriguing topic of how we can use God’s guidance to support our mental well-being.
We will explore the destructive nature of anxiety and stress and gain new power tools from God’s word. We will explore the role of nutrition and lifestyle changes to reduce the outcomes of anxiety and stress on our spiritual, mental, and physical health.
Register today for this impactful class. September 25th-27th, 6:30pm
So where’s the nutrition?
That’s a great question! God intentionally designed certain foods to help lower our anxiety and stress through the nutrition they provide. Complex (whole) grains are some of those foods!
Some very simple ways to begin increasing complex grains into your family’s day are:
- Whole grain crackers
- Cereals that are made from whole grains (watch granolas, they can be high in added sugars)
- Popcorn – Yup, it’s a whole grain!
- Brown rice
- Brown rice pasta – honestly, it’s delish and gluten free!
- Whole grain wraps
- Sun Chips instead of potato or veggie chips
- Whole grain (100%) breads
- Whole wheat bagels
- Quinoa
Check out this wonderful site for more information about the whole grains God created!
Crock Pot Brown Rice Pudding
Ingredients
- 2 very ripe bananas
- 3/4 c. uncooked brown rice, rinsed
- 1 8 oz nutritional shake (I like Orgain vanilla)
- 2 cup light coconut milk
- 1/3 c. plant-based spread
- 1-1½ c. raisins (opt.)
Directions
Cover and cook on High for 2 ½-3 hours
Spray crock pot with non-stick spray
Add ingredients in order listed above
Quips & Tips
Charcuterie boards are a fun way to introduce more whole grains into your meals! You can try a mix of whole grain crackers and breads, paired with cheeses, fruits, veggies, and even some olive oil.
Prince Charming and I are all about whole grain crackers with fig jam, cucumber slices, and Swiss cheese. I also can’t resist baked Brie with a drizzle of olive oil on warm whole grain bread—so good!
Put together a board with your family’s favorites and throw in a few new whole grain options. It’s an easy way to add more whole grains to your diet!
Fun Facts About Whole Grains
- Ruth gleaned whole grains in Boaz’s field (Ruth 2:15-18)
- Grains reconnected Joseph and his brothers (Genesis 42:1-2)
- According to the US Guidelines for Americans we should be consuming 50% of grains as whole grains
- Whole grains provide fiber, protein, Bcomplex, zinc, and magnesium
- 6 of the 12 ancient grains are gluten free
- Ancient grains are considered grains that have not changed in the past 100 years
Connection Point Live Q&A Calls
Connecting Point, Simplifying Nutrition & Lifestyle Q&A – I’m excited to share some great news! Starting September 18th, I’ll be hosting free Q&A sessions twice a month to explore nutrition and lifestyle from God’s perspective. It’ll be an hour of chatting and diving into one topic together. Stay tuned for details on how to join—don’t miss this chance to add new tools to your nutritional toolkit!
Fall brings new challenges but hold firm to God’s guidebook and His guidance for life and family.
This will help reduce stress and anxiety. Let’s keep nutrition simple!
Until next time First name / friend!
In health and His love
