The Consequences of Fast, Convenient Food

In our quest for convenience, we’ve sacrificed quality. Nowhere is this more evident than in the food we eat. Once upon a time, meals were slow and intentional—ingredients were fresh, preparation was deliberate, and the act of eating was communal. Today, food has become fast, ultra-processed, and, in some cases, hardly recognizable as food.

Plastic and the Revolution of Convenience

The shift to processed food wasn’t just about speed; it was about packaging. Before the advent of plastic, most food came in cans, glass jars, or paper bags. These materials were less flexible, more expensive, and often required careful handling. But plastic revolutionized everything. It was cheap, lightweight, and could hold just about anything.

This innovation, driven by the oil industry, made it possible for food to be packaged, preserved, and distributed in ways never before imagined. But it came at a cost—not just to the environment but to our health. The rise of plastic-packaged, ultra-processed food coincided with skyrocketing rates of obesity, diabetes, and other chronic illnesses. The connection is undeniable: what we eat, and how it’s delivered to us, affects our well-being at every level.

When Convenience Replaces Nutrition

Ultra-processed food is engineered for convenience, long shelf life, and addictive flavors, but it’s often devoid of real nutrients. It’s designed to be consumed quickly, without thought or preparation. Like scrolling through social media, it’s fast, easy, and leaves us craving more without ever truly satisfying us.

The result is a cycle of over consumption and malnutrition. We eat more but nourish our bodies less. And the more we consume these empty calories, the more our health deteriorates, and the harder it becomes to break free from the habits that harm us.

The Connection to Lust, Envy, and Pride

The Bible speaks of three things that draw us away from a meaningful life: lust, envy, and pride. These forces aren’t limited to relationships or material possessions—they infiltrate every aspect of our lives, including the food we eat.

Lust drives our craving for fast, easy gratification. Envy pushes us to compare our choices to others, whether it’s the latest diet trend or the Instagram-worthy meal. Pride keeps us clinging to the illusion that we’re making good decisions, even when deep down we know we could do better.

By slowing down and being intentional about what we consume, we can break free from this cycle. Instead of chasing after what’s fast, convenient, or trendy, we can return to what’s simple, nourishing, and good.

Everything Affects Everything Else

Plastic packaging didn’t just change food—it changed everything. It enabled the explosion of single-use products, cheap manufacturing, and the culture of disposability. That, in turn, has impacted the environment, public health, and even how we view the value of what we consume.

The same can be said of food itself. The choices we make at the grocery store ripple outward, affecting our bodies, our communities, and even our spirits. Fast food may save time in the moment, but it costs us far more in the long run—in health, in connection, and in the simple joy of slowing down to appreciate what truly matters.

The Path to Better Choices

If we can learn to stop worrying about how our lives compare to others’, we can start making choices that truly nourish us. It begins with rejecting the lust for instant gratification, the envy of others’ lifestyles, and the pride that blinds us to the truth.

When we prioritize what’s real and lasting over what’s fast and flashy, we not only improve our own lives but set an example for others. The food we eat is just one piece of the puzzle, but it’s a powerful place to start.

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