Be Like George: Chapter 3 – Fueling the Change

There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens… Ecclesiastes 3:1

George couldn’t stop grinning as he looked around at the group during their weekly meetup. Six weeks ago, they had all decided to take their health journey a step further. It wasn’t a drastic overhaul—no starvation diets or impossible rules. Just small, steady changes: cutting back on sugar, skipping most processed junk, and adding more fresh fruits, vegetables, and something called “good fats.”

George had laughed at the phrase at first—good fats? Weren’t fats the enemy? But an article Lilly had shared explained the magic of omega-3s, found in foods like salmon, walnuts, and avocado. These fats weren’t just okay; they were essential for brain health, heart function, and even reducing inflammation. The group decided to give it a try.

The results? Nothing short of life-changing.

Take Jason, for example. He had struggled with his heart health for years. Now, between walking, the fresh air, and their modest nutritional upgrades, his latest tests showed improvement. His doctor told him he was “on the right track.” Jason shared that for the first time in years, he felt hopeful. Then there was Margie, who had always caught every seasonal cold. Not this year. Her immune system seemed stronger than ever.

George himself had long ago lost the taste for overly sweet treats and processed snacks, and cutting back on alcohol had been a no-brainer. Now, his energy was higher than ever, and his joints thanked him every day. He felt sharper too—less brain fog and more focus. The group had even started swapping recipes. Who knew a kale salad with olive oil and lemon dressing could be so satisfying?

But the most exciting part wasn’t just their physical transformations. It was the shift in their outlooks. The group wasn’t just feeling healthier—they were feeling alive. Doctors were reporting brighter futures, longer life expectancies. They were proof that small, consistent changes could yield monumental progress.

George’s group had become a community fueled by optimism and action. They weren’t just living longer; they were living better.

“Who would’ve thought,” George said one evening, “that a little less sugar and a little more spinach could change everything?”

The truth was simple: Nutrition mattered. A lot.

And if George and his group could make these changes, so could you. Because better days aren’t some distant dream—they’re just a few small steps away.

Be like George. Take the next step. Health is worth it.