#167 - What Should I Eat?

If you’ve ever stood in front of the fridge and thought, “What should I even eat?” — this episode is for you. 🙋‍♀️ You don’t need another diet. You need clarity. In this episode, I’ll break down what to eat in a way that’s simple, sustainable, and Spirit-led — not restrictive. 🥗 What You’ll Learn: 💡 Why asking “What should I eat?” isn’t about rules — it’s about alignment ✝️ How choosing whole foods can be an act of worship ✅ A practical list of nourishing, real foods in each major category 📋 How to mix and match meals that satisfy your body and support your goals 🛠️ A mindset shift from perfect eating to purposeful fueling 🥩 Lean Proteins (Choose from these daily): Chicken breast Ground turkey Salmon or white fish Eggs or egg whites Greek yogurt (low sugar) Cottage cheese Protein powder (clean ingredients) Tofu or tempeh 🥑 Healthy Fats (Small portions nourish hormones + satiety): Avocado Olive oil Nuts (almonds, walnuts, cashews) Nut butters (watch for added sugar) Seeds (chia, flax, pumpkin, hemp) Fatty fish like salmon Coconut oil (sparingly) 🍠 Complex Carbs with Fiber (Energy + digestion support): Sweet potatoes Oats (steel-cut or rolled) Quinoa Brown rice Lentils & beans Whole grain bread or wraps Chickpeas Whole grain pasta (like chickpea or lentil pasta) 🥦 Fruits & Veggies (God’s natural pharmacy): Leafy greens: spinach, kale, arugula Cruciferous: broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage Colorful picks: bell peppers, carrots, tomatoes, squash Berries: blueberries, raspberries, strawberries Bananas, apples, oranges, grapes, pineapple Frozen produce (great for smoothies or stir-fry!) ✝️ Faith Anchor: “So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.” — 1 Corinthians 10:31 🛠️ Practical Takeaway: You don’t have to obsess about what to eat. Fuel your body with real food. Let God lead your choices — not guilt, confusion, or culture. 🎧 Tune in now to simplify your food choices and build confidence in what to eat. 🎁 Want to go deeper? Start here 👇 ✨ Grab my FREE 4-part video series: “Stop Over-Eating for Good” You’ll learn practical, biblical steps to renew your mind and create a lasting, God-honoring approach to food and self-control. 👉 https://www.leandramcmullen.com/opt-in Let’s keep walking this out in truth and grace. 💫 *If you'd like to be part of a Christian community of women who are losing weight, click this link to request to join "The Christian Weight-loss Facebook Group"    https://www.facebook.com/groups/486364925426436 *Find me on Facebook here:  https://www.facebook.com/leandra.mcmullen *Find me on Instagram here:  https://www.instagram.com/leandra.mcmullen