The Wellness Industry Has Forgotten Something Simple
- Jul 29
- 5 min read
Or, as the internet might say… Go Touch Grass.
“Every day there’s another superfood, another supplement, another miracle trend. But what if the healthiest habits aren’t the newest ones? What if they’re the ones God gave us from the beginning?”
Every week it seems there’s a new miracle ingredient.
Sea moss.
Shilajit.
Methylene blue.
Peptides.
Exosomes.
The next “must-have” supplement that promises to change your life.
Don’t get me wrong. There is a place for many of these things. At Kingdom Come Home, I love researching herbs, botanicals, and natural ingredients. God filled His creation with remarkable plants that support our health.
But somewhere along the way, many of us became so busy chasing the newest thing that we forgot about the oldest things.
The things God designed from the very beginning.
The truth is that some of the greatest “biohacks” have existed since Genesis.
Let’s take a walk through God’s original wellness plan.
1. Eat Foods That Grow
Not foods that are engineered.
Not foods that require a chemistry degree to understand the ingredient label.
Foods that grew from the earth.
God gave Adam and Eve plants before there were factories.
“Behold, I have given you every herb bearing seed…and every tree…to you it shall be for food.” - Genesis 1:29
Science continues to confirm what Scripture introduced thousands of years ago.
Whole foods naturally contain:
fiber that feeds beneficial gut bacteria
antioxidants that help protect our cells
vitamins and minerals in forms our bodies recognize
thousands of beneficial plant compounds we still haven’t completely identified
Interestingly, researchers now believe these compounds often work together rather than individually. That means eating the whole blueberry is likely more beneficial than taking one isolated antioxidant extracted from it.
Instead of asking…
“What’s the newest superfood?”
Maybe we should ask…
“When was the last time I ate something that came straight from God’s garden?”
2. Step Into the Morning Light
One of the hottest topics in neuroscience isn’t a supplement.
It’s sunrise.
Within the first hour after waking, exposure to natural outdoor light helps signal your brain that it’s time to be alert. Specialized light-sensitive cells in the eye send messages to the brain’s master clock, helping regulate circadian rhythms. Consistent morning light exposure is associated with healthier sleep timing and improved daytime alertness.
You don’t have to stare at the sun.
Just go outside.
Drink your coffee on the porch.
Walk around the yard.
Take your dog outside.
Open your eyes to God’s creation.
David understood this long before neuroscience.
“This is the day the Lord has made; we will rejoice and be glad in it.” - Psalm 118:24
Sometimes the healthiest thing you can do before checking your phone…
is look at the sky.
3. Go Touch Grass
The internet says it as an insult.
Science says it’s actually good advice.
When your bare feet touch the earth, it’s called grounding or earthing.
Researchers are studying whether direct contact with the earth may influence inflammation, stress, sleep, or perceived well-being. Some small studies have reported benefits, but the overall evidence is still limited, and scientists have not reached a consensus on exactly how or whether grounding works. What is well established is that spending time in natural environments can reduce stress and improve mood.
Whether you’re standing in your backyard…
Walking on the beach…
Or sitting beside a stream…
Something happens.
Your shoulders relax.
Your breathing slows.
Your nervous system settles.
Perhaps it’s not only the ground beneath your feet.
Perhaps it’s the reminder that you’re surrounded by God’s handiwork.
“The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of His hands.” - Psalm 19:1
So yes…
Go touch grass.
Not because TikTok said so.
Because God made it.
4. Move the Body God Gave You
Our bodies were designed to move.
Walking remains one of the most studied forms of exercise. Regular walking supports cardiovascular health, blood sugar regulation, joint mobility, mood, and brain health. Even short walks after meals can help with blood sugar control.
Movement doesn’t have to be punishment.
It can become worship.
Every step reminds us that our legs still carry us.
Our lungs still breathe.
Our heart still beats.
What a gift.
“For in Him we live and move and have our being.” - Acts 17:28
Sometimes your next breakthrough doesn’t happen on the couch.
It happens one step at a time.
5. Sleep Like It’s Sacred
We often brag about sleeping four hours.
God never did.
Throughout Scripture we see rhythms of work…
And rhythms of rest.
Poor sleep has been linked with changes in immune function, metabolism, mood, and memory. During sleep, the brain also performs important housekeeping processes that support learning and overall brain health.
God built restoration into the night.
“In peace I will lie down and sleep, for You alone, Lord, make me dwell in safety.” - Psalm 4:8
Your body repairs while you rest.
Sometimes the most productive thing you can do…
Is go to bed.
6. Build Strong Relationships
Loneliness has become one of the biggest health concerns of our generation.
Research has consistently found that strong social connections are associated with longer life, better mental health, and lower rates of many chronic illnesses.
God never intended us to walk alone.
“Two are better than one…” - Ecclesiastes 4:9-10
Eat dinner together.
Call your parents.
Visit your grandparents.
Laugh until your stomach hurts.
Pray with your spouse.
Community isn’t just good for your soul.
It’s good for your body.
7. Pray First
Here’s something fascinating.
Scientists have studied prayer for decades.
While research cannot measure God’s power or prove spiritual truths, studies suggest that sincere prayer and other contemplative practices can be associated with lower perceived stress, improved emotional well-being, and changes in brain regions involved in attention, compassion, and emotional regulation.
As Christians, our confidence in prayer isn’t based on brain scans.
It’s based on the living God who hears us.
Prayer isn’t simply another wellness habit.
It’s a relationship with Jesus Christ.
When we pray, we are speaking to the One who created us, loves us, and invites us to cast every burden on Him.
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God…will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” - Philippians 4:6-7
Science can observe some effects of prayer on the body.
Faith tells us something even greater.
Prayer changes us because we are spending time with Him.
8. Stop Chasing Every New Thing
Could some supplements help?
Absolutely.
Could herbs support health?
Of course.
God created many wonderful plants with remarkable properties.
But don’t overlook the foundation while searching for the newest miracle.
Eat real food.
Walk outside.
Watch the sunrise.
Touch the grass.
Sleep.
Laugh.
Love people.
Pray.
These aren’t revolutionary.
They’re ancient.
Maybe the greatest health plan was never hidden.
Maybe it was planted in a garden from the very beginning.
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart…and He shall direct your paths.” - Proverbs 3:5-6
Final Thoughts
At Kingdom Come Home, we’ll always be excited about discovering incredible herbs, botanicals, and ingredients from God’s creation. But no tincture, serum, supplement, or superfood can replace the daily rhythms God designed for us.
So before you spend another $79 on the internet’s latest miracle…
Open your front door.
Feel the morning sun.
Take a walk.
Call a friend.
Say a prayer.
Eat an apple.
Go touch grass.
It turns out that God’s original wellness plan has been waiting outside all along.
Blessings,
Heidi Davis
Co-Founder with Holy Spirit
Kingdom Come Home
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