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The Will Spencer Podcast

DR. JOE BOVA | The Case for Christian Fitness

Jan 12, 2024
In this episode, Dr. Joe Bova, a Board-Certified Functional Neurologist and Chiropractic practitioner, discusses a Christian approach to functional medicine, including topics such as food, genetics, and epigenetics. They also explore the link between gluttony, idolatry, and the brain, and highlight the importance of physical fitness for Christian men. The podcast covers the challenges faced by Dr. Bova in the chiropractic field, the significance of displaying scriptures in professional settings, and the varying fitness standards between men and women. They also discuss the value of having a trainer, misconceptions about fat and cholesterol in relation to diet, and the benefits of better quality coffee and telehealth services.
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Quick takeaways

  • Recognizing our bodies as temples of the Holy Spirit leads to prioritizing physical, mental, and spiritual health.
  • Finding balance and a healthy relationship with food involves addressing gluttony and under-eating.

Deep dives

The Importance of Treating Our Bodies as Temples of the Holy Spirit

A key aspect of our Christian faith is recognizing that our bodies are the temples of the Holy Spirit. By understanding and embracing this truth, we can begin to prioritize our health and well-being. This means taking care of ourselves physically, mentally, and spiritually, as we would the house of God. When we approach our health from this perspective, we are more intentional about what we put into our bodies and how we care for them.

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