Let’s be real — most of us think we’re eating healthy. We grab the “natural” snacks, the protein-packed bars, the “low-fat” this and “sugar-free” that… and we feel pretty good about it. But friend, the truth is — our food is sneaky.
Many of the ingredients in today’s products are man-made, gut-wrecking chemicals that were never meant to enter the body. And they’re hiding behind names like “natural flavors,” “maltodextrin”, “modified starch”, and even “citric acid.”
The Problem with Hidden Ingredients
Those little label gremlins can cause:
- Bloating;
- Brain fog;
- Headaches;
- Skin breakouts;
- Joint pain;
- Hormone imbalance;
- Chronic inflammation (yep, the root of many diseases).
Even worse? They hijack your taste buds and your metabolism.
You crave more, eat more, and your body holds on to fat like it’s prepping for famine.
It’s not your willpower — it’s the chemical chaos.
God Designed Your Body to Thrive
Your body is a temple, not a test lab.
“So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.” — 1 Corinthians 10:31
We’re called to steward our health — not obsess over it — but to honor it with wisdom and care. That means being intentional about what we feed our bodies, our minds, and our families.
Start With One Switch: Your Ranch Dressing
Let’s face it — ranch dressing is a staple in many kitchens (especially with kids and husbands!). But most store-bought ranches are loaded with:
- MSG
- Hydrogenated oils
- Artificial preservatives
- Dairy that causes inflammation
Here’s a clean, gluten-free, dairy-free ranch powder you can make in 5 minutes:
https://livingwellwithcarol.com/nutrition%2Fdiy-recipes
It’s a crowd-pleaser, pantry staple, and gut-friendly game-changer.
How to Clean Out the Junk That’s Already In
If you’ve been eating the Standard American Diet (SAD) for years, your body might be overloaded with toxins — stored in fat, messing with your liver, and slowing your detox pathways.
Here’s where high-quality supplements come in.
Detox & Cleanse Support:
- LV-GB Complex – supports liver and gallbladder cleansing
- Detox Antiox – powerful antioxidant protection during detox
- Amino-D-Tox – promotes phase I & II liver detox pathways
- MediClear-SGS – pea/rice protein + detox nutrients
- Liver Cleanse – supports bile flow, liver repair
- Glutathione-SR – sustained-release detox hero
Only choose pharmaceutical-grade brands. No bargain bin detox kits allowed here.
Ready to Clean Things Up?
Clean eating isn’t about perfection. It’s about awareness.
It’s about giving your body what it needs to heal, restore, and thrive — so you can walk in the calling God has placed on your life with strength and energy.
Link to Clean “Ranch” dressing/sauce is here: https://livingwellwithcarol.com/nutrition%2Fdiy-recipes
Your Next Steps:
- Print the ranch recipe and start using it in place of store-bought.
- Audit your pantry — check for sneaky ingredients like soybean oil, MSG, and “natural flavors.”
- Start a gentle detox protocol — reach out to me if you want help choosing the right supplements from Designs for Health or Thorne.
- Ask God to guide your health journey — because He cares about it more than you know.
“Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers.” — 3 John 1:2
God made you to live well, feel strong, and overflow with His goodness—not just survive the aisles of your local grocery store.
Let’s clean it up, one label at a time.
Need a coach to support you with guidance, clean meal plans, and accountability?
As a Holistic Nutritionist & Personal Trainer, I help busy women and families clean up their meals, feel better in their bodies, and finally get the accountability they’ve been needing.
Reach out to me for a complimentary consultation and a way for you to get started.
