170: Healthy Food That Actually Tastes Good: How to Enjoy God’s Natural Foods Without Feeling Deprived
Discover how to eat healthy without sacrificing flavor! In this episode, Alexandra shares how God’s natural foods can be rich, satisfying, and full of energy-boosting goodness. Learn biblical principles of nutrition and how to enjoy delicious, faith-based meals that fuel your body and spirit. (Keywords: Christian wellness, biblical nutrition, healthy eating for Christian women, holistic health podcast)
Episode Summary
If you’ve ever believed that eating healthy means eating bland, boring, tasteless food — this episode will change your mind!
In this uplifting, faith-fueled conversation, Alexandra shares how she went from “junk food queen” to thriving on flavorful, nourishing foods the way God intended. You’ll learn how real, natural ingredients can boost your energy, improve your health, and satisfy your taste buds — all while glorifying God through your choices.
Who This Episode Is For
This episode is for Christian women who want to eat healthy without losing joy or flavor, who are tired of modern diet confusion, and who want to honor God with their health and habits.
What You’ll Learn
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How to shift your mindset from “healthy eating = boring” to “God’s design = delicious”
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The real difference between raw dairy and conventional dairy
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Why cacao is a natural superfood that supports energy and mood
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How to make an easy, nourishing Chocolate Banana Smoothie that your whole family will love
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The deeper truth about how health connects to your spiritual life, relationships, and environment
Time-Stamped Highlights
00:00 – Breaking the “Healthy = Boring” Myth
Alexandra opens up about her past as a self-proclaimed junk food queen and how cultural lies about food shaped her habits.
01:00 – God’s Blueprint for Delicious Health
Learn how foods raised and grown the way God designed them — free from pesticides, antibiotics, and artificial ingredients — are naturally flavorful and energizing.
01:57 – Chocolate Banana Smoothie Recipe
Try this five-ingredient recipe (from Navitas Organics) that’s both simple and satisfying:
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1 cup almond milk, coconut milk, or raw dairy
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1 frozen banana
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1 tbsp cacao powder
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1½ tbsp almond butter (or peanut butter)
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A pinch of sea salt
Blend and enjoy!
03:15 – Why Raw Dairy Is Different
Discover the health benefits of raw dairy and why pasteurized milk just doesn’t compare. (Hear more in Episodes 20 and 21 with Alexandra’s guest who healed from Crohn’s and rheumatoid arthritis!)
04:15 – Ingredient Breakdown: Faith-Fueled Nutrition
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Coconut Milk: Supports immunity and gut health
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Almonds: Great for brain, skin, and heart
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Bananas: Boosts mood and digestion
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Cacao: Rich in antioxidants and natural energy
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Himalayan Pink Salt: Balances electrolytes and supports whole-body health
06:00 – Mindset Shift: Food as God Designed It
Alexandra encourages listeners to embrace food freedom — not legalism — by focusing on nourishing, natural foods that bring joy and vitality.
06:37 – The Faith and Health Connection
True wellness isn’t just about food or fitness. It’s about your spiritual life, mental health, relationships, and peace — all interconnected through God’s design.
Key Takeaways
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Healthy food doesn’t have to be boring — it’s flavorful when prepared God’s way.
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Real, natural foods nourish your body, mind, and spirit.
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You can enjoy rich, delicious meals without guilt or restriction.
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Don’t fall for health legalism — focus on balance, gratitude, and honoring God.
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Your energy, peace, and joy start with aligning your health with biblical wisdom.
Try It: Chocolate Banana Smoothie
This recipe is a perfect example of simple, faith-fueled eating — it tastes like dessert but fuels your body with real nutrition. Try it for breakfast or an afternoon pick-me-up!
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