*This podcast is for informational purposes and should not be considered legal health advice.
The human body is truly an amazing miracle! I’m always so in awe of our Maker when I learn different ways that the body works. The way He so intricately wove things together to work exactly the way it needs to. Genesis repeatedly says, “…God saw what He had made and it was good!”
So why is it that we have so many diseases, viruses, disorders, etc…
Well, because of us. Ultimately, human beings are responsible for God’s perfect design becoming flawed. Way back at the very beginning, Adam and Eve made a decision that impacted all of us. But before we start pointing fingers, I would challenge you to look at what you’re doing now that is in contradiction to God’s perfect design for our bodies.
Especially as Christians, I believe we often laugh off one of the biggest contradictions to being a good steward of what God has given us.
Gluttony.
I do not think it possible to be a good steward of your body and gluttonous at the same time. This does not say to me that you are grateful for the amazing miracle your body is, nor does it say you appreciate what God has given you to care for.
When was the last time you heard a sermon on gluttony? I would venture to guess, not only have you never heard one, you’ve probably heard it spoken about in more of a condoning tone.
A pastor that tells a story of going on a cruise and constantly over-eating is laughed off by the congregation. So I ask, is it also acceptable for the pastor to tell a story of how drunk he got on the cruise? Or how often he looked at a woman lustfully? What about how many times he’s lied or been envious? Could we all have a good laugh about these sermons as well?
Again, I just keep coming back to the Church. Like many areas in life, I believe we’ve set a very poor standard of what it means to be a good steward, in this case, of our bodies and unfortunately the next generation is suffering greatly because of it!
So maybe the next time you go to that church potluck (which I absolutely support the act of breaking bread together!), only fill your plate up once and make sure your kids eat some actual food before diving into the desserts! And maybe, just maybe, instead of the government leading the way to “Make America Healthy Again” it could be we, The Church. Because, after all, it is our bodies that are a temple for the dwelling of the Most High!
Don’t miss Part 1 with Dr. Christi
If you would like to get in touch with Dr. Christi, either for resources or as a patient (I highly recommend going to see her!), you can reach her here:
Dr. Christi Hancock, Absolute Wellness Center, 4203 E US Hwy 54 ~ Linn Creek, MO ~ 65052, 573.346.3777
We also mention a podcast (Part 1 & Part 2) with Dr. Tom Cowan and his books. I would highly recommend listening to and/or reading his stuff.
NAMES OF FOOD COLORS
Common Artificial Food Dyes:
Tartrazine Other Names: Yellow 5, E102
Sunset Yellow FCF Other Names: Yellow 6, E110
Carmoisine Other Names: E122, Acid Red 18
Allura Red AC Other Names: Red 40, E129
Brilliant Blue FCF Other Names: Blue 1, E133
Indigotine Other Names: Indigo Carmine, Blue 2, E132
Erythrosine Other Names: Red 3, E127
Quinoline Yellow Other Names: E104
Fast Green FCF Other Names: Green 3, E143
Curcumin Other Names: E100
Caramel Color Other Names: E150a, E150b, E150c, E150d (various types)
Beta-Carotene Other Names: E160a
Annatto Other Names: E160b (and its various forms)
Blue No. 1- Blue 1 is found in thousands of food products, including beverages, candy, and baked goods. One (unpublished) animal test suggested a small cancer risk, and a test-tube study indicated the dye might affect neurons. It also causes occasional allergic reactions. Blue 1 might be safe for people who are not allergic, but it should be better tested.
Blue No. 2 Blue 2 is used in beverages, candy, and even some pet foods. Animal studies found some—but not conclusive—evidence that Blue 2 causes brain cancer in male rats.
Green No. 3 Green 3, like most other synthetic food dyes, is mostly found in candy and beverages. A 1981 industry-sponsored study suggested Green 3 played a role in forming bladder and testes tumors in male rats. Fortunately, this possibly carcinogenic dye is not widely used.
Red No. 40 36,000 American foods contain
Red 40 is the most widely used food dye, and it can be found in a wide range of food products, including candy, gelatin desserts, pastries, sausage, and even some pet foods. While this is one of the most-tested food dyes, the key mouse tests were flawed and inconclusive. An FDA review committee acknowledged problems but said evidence of harm was not “consistent” or “substantial.” Red 40 can cause allergy-like reactions. Like other dyes, Red 40 is used mainly in junk foods.
Red No. 3 Cancer in Animals 8,000 foods sold in US
Red 3 is used in thousands of candies, baked goods, beverages, and nearly all maraschino cherries. The FDA has recognized Red 3 as cancer-causing (a carcinogen). The evidence that this dye caused thyroid tumors in rats is “convincing,” according to a 1983 review committee report requested by the FDA. Despite this recognition, Red 3 was banned from use only in cosmetics and topical drugs—not for food use. Federal law prohibits the use of color additives that cause cancer in humans or animals, meaning the FDA is obligated to ban Red 3. Yet more than 30 years have elapsed, and, bafflingly, Red 3 remains FDA-approved.
Yellow No. 5 Yellow 5 can be found in many foods, including beverages, gelatin desserts,candy, and baked goods. It’s the second-most widely used coloring and sometimes causes allergy-like hypersensitivity reactions, primarily in aspirin-sensitive persons, and triggers hyperactivity in some children. It may be contaminated with such cancer-causing substances as benzidine and 4-aminobiphenyl (or chemicals that the body converts to those substances).
Yellow No. 6 Yellow 6 is used in beverages, candy, and baked goods. This dye may cause occasional, but sometimes severe, hypersensitivity reactions. In addition, industry-sponsored animal tests indicated that Yellow 6, the third-most widely used, causes tumors of the adrenal gland and kidney. In addition, small amounts of several carcinogens, such as 4-aminobiphenyl and benzidine (or chemicals that the body converts to those substances), may contaminate Yellow 6.
WEBSITES
https://thehighwire.com/
https://icandecide.org/
https://www.nvic.org/
https://vaers.hhs.gov/
site for reporting
https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/hcp/imz-schedules/index.html
EWG.org site with lots of info on food additives and chemicals
worstpills.org look up any drug and get research and warnings on it.
APPS
FIG Scan foods and set allergies or things you want to avoid: Dyes, Gluten, Dairy, Added Sugars
Think Dirty- Products rates them on health impacts
Yuka- Food and Products rated based on ingredients
