09/16/2026
SEPTEMBER HEALTH LOCK-INšā
EAT BETTER, NOT PERFECT
I was talking with a colleague the other day, and he, a Gen Z, told me his blood pressure skyrocketed and sent him to the emergency room.
The discussion shifted to diet and habits, and he told me he doesnāt cook and sometimes would order Whataburger- a burger brand as early as 4 a.m.
He is a āhard workerā too, one who almost never takes a break.
I looked at him empathetically and asked about the changes heās made since his recent diagnosis, and he said he has improved his diet. I encouraged him to set aside at least a whole day each week to rest, possibly meal prep for the days ahead, and get at least 6 to 8 hours of sleep daily.
I watched closely as he ordered lunch, and it was great enough: a chicken salad plate filled with vegetables.
I was happy and prayed he would keep it up.
Itās never too late to make that change; it must not be drastic, too.
Start small,
Cook your own meals; this way you can track what is going into it
Add vegetables to every meal
Eat whole fruits and vegetables; this feels faster than juice.
Read food labels; know what you are eating
Healthy portioning; do not be an Oliver Twist, always wanting some more.
Gradually adjust your taste buds and appetite, and your body will forever be grateful.