For centuries, grains, sugars, and carbs have been staples in the diets of many cultures worldwide. However, when we dig deeper, we uncover a sinister history behind their widespread consumption. Far from being a mere dietary choice, these foods were purposefully fed to slaves throughout history to make them mentally docile and physically dependent. This article explores how these diets have affected people’s mental health and behavior, and how they continue to shape the way we interact with food—and each other—today. 

Grains, Sugars, and Carbs: Tools of Control 

In ancient civilizations, rulers understood the power of food to control the masses. Slaves were often fed diets rich in grains, sugars, and carbs, not for nourishment, but to keep them weak, obedient, and easily controlled. These nutrient-poor foods were cheap and plentiful, but they had an insidious effect on the human body and mind. These diets often led to physical ailments, mental fog, and emotional imbalance—states that kept the enslaved population docile, limiting their ability to revolt or question their condition. Even today, many people who consume diets heavy in grains and sugars suffer from a range of mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, and mood disorders. These foods, which are so often hailed as “healthy” staples, have a profound impact on mental clarity and emotional well-being, locking people into a cycle of poor mental health and dependency on processed foods. 

The Cult of Carbs: Moral Superiority and Control

In modern times, those who heavily advocate for grain-based, sugar-laden diets often become part of what can be described as a dietary cult. These individuals not only believe in their dietary choices but impose their morality onto others, becoming hostile and defensive when someone dares to challenge their beliefs. For many, the idea of rejecting grains, sugars, and carbs feels like a direct attack on their identity and values. Books and blogs abound, instructing this cult-like following on how to argue with or “educate” those who choose a different path. This rigid mindset reinforces the idea that those who deviate from the grain-based norm are wrong or immoral, rather than simply making a different choice. The emotional volatility that comes from high-carb diets can often lead to anger and defensiveness when others reject the same foods, further fueling these divisive behaviors.

A Higher Perspective: Reincarnation and the Gift of Life and Death

What if there’s another perspective entirely? One that these dietary cults never consider? What if we all choose our lives, our bodies, and even our dietary preferences before we incarnate? Many spiritual traditions speak of reincarnation, the belief that we come into this life to experience a specific path, including the foods we eat and the bodies we inhabit. From this perspective, life and death are not opposites but interconnected forces, part of the same cycle of existence. The death of an animal might be viewed not as an ending, but as a transition—a gift that allows us to continue our journey in another form. This way of thinking, however, is often dismissed by those trapped in rigid dietary ideologies. For them, the idea of eating meat, for example, is morally wrong, but they fail to consider that death could be a blessing or a path to higher ascension.

Conclusion: Breaking Free from Dietary Dogma

Understanding the history of grains, sugars, and carbs as tools of control, and recognizing the mental health issues they cause, can empower individuals to break free from this dietary dogma. In a world where many seek to impose their eating habits on others, it’s crucial to explore the possibility that each person’s dietary path is their own choice—perhaps even a spiritual one. At Carnivore Found Me, we challenge these norms and encourage you to explore the deeper history of your food. Consider that not all diets are created equal, and not all bodies and minds thrive on the same foods. Rather than conforming to the cult of carbs, forge your own path, nourish your body and mind, and explore the spiritual dimensions of the foods you consume.