WHY HEALTHY EATING?

 

PC:Google

In a time when healthy living is the new reform encompassing different constituents and diet tops the list. However ,it is shocking that people still feed off junk. I know it sounds surprising, and you may think by now we should all be jumping on the 'healthy living' train, given its many benefits and zero harm. However, we still have people who eat what is supposed to be food every day, but they're eating part of their lifespan. I know "eating part of their lifespan" may seem like a strong statement but let me bring out statistics to help us digest my comment above.

According to a report published by PLOS Medicine on February 08, 2022, eating a nutrient-dense diet could extend your life by an estimated eight to 13 years, depending on your age. This study done by PLOS shows the tremendous advantage of a healthy diet. Now let us compare the opposite (i.e., an Unhealthy diet). According to a report published by The Lancet, it is estimated that about 11 million deaths yearly are due to a poor diet. A CBS News post states, "Unhealthy diets now kill more people than tobacco and high blood pressure." Yet with such terrifying stats, some people refuse to give up their sodas, their McDonald, their refined sugar, and the list goes on and on of unhealthy meals.

PC: Google 

Do you now doubt my comment "eating part of their lifespan"? Yes, this is a reality that we live in today, and even with this disturbing reality, junk food still accumulates more revenue now than ever before. A report by nbc26.com  reads, "Globally, fast food generates more than $570 billion in revenues." How can we spend so much money on that which causes more harm to our bodies than good?

I hope your six thinking hats are on NOW. Yes, we need those hats on so we can make defining decisions related to what we eat.

Now that your hats are on, let's continue to bring you more reasons why we should all strive to get that healthy eating going.

You may not know or have forgotten about the ill effects of an unhealthy diet. Let me help you list a few of the many catastrophes that junk food/unhealthy diets can cause. But first, let me define Junk food for us.

According  healthdirect.gov, junk food "'Junk foods' are foods that lack nutrients, vitamins and minerals, and are high  in kilojoules (energy), salts,  sugars, and fats. Junk food is so called because it doesn't play a role in healthy eating, especially if it's eaten to excess. Junk food is also known as discretionary food or optional food."

Now that you know the definition of 'Junk Food,' let me list just a few evil effects of this disaster called "Junk Food.' In an article posted by Dr. Axe, he mentioned that Junk Food,
•  Raises blood pressure and cholesterol
•  Contributes to obesity
•  It can cause metabolic syndrome and diabetes
•  Contributes to chronic inflammation, gut-related issues, and autoimmune diseases
•  Negatively impacts neurological health, contributing to cognitive decline
•  Harms the kidneys and liver
•  Can contribute to depression

PC:Google

Our Shaykh Abu Khadeejah, in his lectures concerning health, has constantly advised that we stay away from refined foods and eat healthy and organic as much as possible. We are required in our Deen to take care of our health.

Imām Ibn al-Qayyim said: "The foundations of the medicine of the body are three:
•  Preservation of health.
•  A diet that avoids those things which may cause harm.
•  Removing harmful matter from the body."

(See At-Tibb, page 9) Abukhadeejah.com¹

Above are just a few of the many evils of an unhealthy diet. Our harmful food consumption causes so much more damage. I would love to see you soon to discuss your health concerns and get you on the path of healthy eating and lifestyle, Bi'idhniLLAAH. Connect here.

Of course, as Muslims, we know our Life and Death has already been decreed, but we still need to take the means to preserve the blessing of health.

JazaakumuLLAAHU Khayraa, for taking the time to check out my blog. I hope you've enjoyed the read and have benefited. Please let a comment below on how I can improve or what you've learnt/benefitted from this post.

BaarakaLLAAHU Feekum!

1. https://abukhadeejah.com/fat-didnt-make-you-fat-it-was-the-sugar-and-the-refined-carbohydrates-we-were-duped-by-the-sugar-conspiracy-guardian-report-reveals-all-diabetes-heart-disease-obesity-and-cholesterol/

https://abukhadeejah.com/ibn-al-qayyim-on-good-food-and-good-health-overeating-complex-foods-and-poor-health/

https://abukhadeejah.com/anti-depressant-drugs-linked-to-suicide-and-violence-there-are-alternatives/

https://youtu.be/G_gN-QuGfk8?si=s2n07_ZCd_5pKSrl