What Does a Healthy Life Really Mean?

I used to think that as, long as I ate healthy enough, I was doing well. But what exactly does "healthy eating" entail? Let me share my discoveries on this topic, and trust me when I say, it's shockingly simple.

Let’s Clear Up Some Common Assumptions About Healthy Eating

Before we dive deeper, let's address some common misconceptions about healthy eating.

Healthy Eating = Weight Loss Many people believe that eating healthy is all about staying slim. But here's the thing—I am a slender guy, and yet, I wasn’t healthy. Despite my weight, I always felt tired, emotionally overwhelmed, and my mental resilience was low. Healthy eating is not just about looking good; it's about feeling good, physically and mentally.

All ‘Natural’ Foods Are Healthy Just because something is labeled "natural" doesn’t mean it’s good for you. For example, natural sugar is still sugar. If you eat too many apples or oranges every day, eventually, you’ll start gaining weight, even though these fruits are considered "natural."

Healthy Eating Means Cutting Out All Fats Not all fats are bad! In fact, healthy fats, like omega-3s, are essential for our body. I used to believe eating low-fat was the key to health, but I learned that healthy fats are crucial, especially omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids, which our bodies cannot produce on their own and must get from food or supplements.

Carbs Are Bad for You Carbohydrates are often demonized, but whole carbs like fruits, vegetables, and grains are vital for energy and should be part of a balanced diet.

Eating Less Is Always Better Undereating can be just as harmful as overeating. It's essential to eat nutrient-rich food, not just eat less.

You have to count calories to be healthy while calorie quantity matters to some extent, nutrient quality is much more important. If you have a physically demanding job, you need calorie-dense foods that are still packed with nutrients.

Organic food is always healthier organic means fewer pesticides, but it doesn't necessarily mean more nutrients. Nutrient density is what matters, not just the label.

Gluten-Free Means Healthier Unless you have celiac disease or gluten sensitivity, gluten isn't inherently bad for you.

Plant-Based Diets Are Automatically Healthier Highly processed vegan foods can still be unhealthy. It's all about balance and nutrient density.

Superfoods Are Magical While nutrient-dense, no single food will magically "fix" health issues. A well-rounded diet is key.

You Need Supplements If You Eat Healthy A balanced diet can provide most nutrients. However, some, like omega-3s or vitamin D, might require supplementation.

The Biases About Healthy Eating

There are also biases we encounter when it comes to healthy eating. Here are a few:

Moral Superiority Bias: People who eat healthy sometimes feel morally superior to those who don’t.

Western Diet Bias: Many health guidelines are based on Western diets, which may not apply globally.

Diet Culture Bias: Thinness is often equated with health, ignoring metabolism and genetics.

Fear of Processed Foods: Not all processed foods are bad; some, like frozen vegetables, retain nutrients.

Expensive Food Bias: Healthy eating doesn't always have to be expensive—whole foods like beans and rice are budget-friendly.

Health Halo Effect: Foods labeled "low-fat" or "organic" aren’t automatically healthy, especially if they're highly processed.

One-Size-Fits-All Bias: What works for one person may not work for another—diet approaches like keto are not universally effective.

Western Medicine vs. Holistic Health Bias: Some believe only medical professionals can define health, while others prefer alternative medicine.

Aging Bias: Older adults are often discouraged from making dietary changes, assuming it won't make a difference.

Fast Food Bias: Not all fast food is unhealthy—some options can be nutritious.

A New Perspective on Health

As you may have guessed, I specialize in preventive health an I represent a global health network that focuses on education and discovering where we go wrong in our approach to health. We also provide solutions to optimize vitality, but let me make one thing clear: This blog is not only about selling a product or service—it's about sharing important knowledge. And yes I do make a living by selling products.

Why am I doing this?

I am doing this because the discoveries I’ve made are life-changing, and I believe everyone deserves to know them. This is about global health and your personal well-being. My intention is to share information that could significantly improve lives, no matter where you are in the world.

My Prediction for the Future

Let me make a prediction. If we don’t change the way we approach our global consumption of food, we’ll see a global divide—not just between the rich and the poor, but between the healthy and the sick. I’m concerned about where we’re heading. Allow me to explain why I believe this.

At our company, we specialize in the omega-6 and omega-3 balance. You might not know it, but many people are unaware of the critical role omega-6 and omega-3 play in our health. Both of these fats are essential—they’re necessary for the body. We cannot produce them ourselves, which means we have to get them from food and / or supplements.

The Omega-6 and Omega-3 Imbalance

Here’s the thing: Most of us aren’t getting enough omega-3-rich foods. These foods include wild-caught fatty fish and plant based material, and they are essential for a healthy body.

Omega-6, on the other hand, is also essential. However, when we consume it in excess, it leads to chronic low-grade inflammation in the body. In the short term, it might not be dangerous, but over time, it can lead to serious health issues.

What should we focus on?

The most concerning thing is that we’re focusing too much on external factors like fat diets and intense exercise routines. But the root cause of many of these diseases can be traced back to our modern day diet, especially the imbalance of omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids. We have seen people living so called "healthy", being sportive and still got a heartattack at 60 years of age. That should raise an eyebrow right?

The Bottom Line

We haven’t found a cure for eternal life yet, but we can make choices that allow us to live without lying on a hospital bed. Let’s aim to grow older in a healthy, vital way. As the old saying in the west goes,

"He died with his boots on."

At our company, we say,

"A healthy person has many wishes.

A sick person has only one."

Thank you for reading this far. I tend to elaborate because I believe this information is too important not to share. I wish everyone a happy and healthy life.

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