Which Diet

CLEAN EATING

For many people, the first step towards better health isn’t following a complicated diet—it’s simply eating more real food.

Clean eating is based on whole, minimally processed foods such as:

• meat, fish and eggs
• healthy fats.
• vegetables and fruit
• legumes, nuts and seeds
• herbs and spices
• whole grains (where tolerated)

By contrast, highly processed foods are often high in refined sugars, additives and ingredients that can make it difficult to meet our nutritional needs and support good health.

For many people, moving towards a whole food diet can improve:

• energy levels
• digestive symptoms
• weight management
• blood sugar control
• inflammation and overall wellbeing.

In my practice, reducing processed foods is often the foundation that makes everything work better. However, eating a whole food diet doesn’t automatically solve every health problem. Some people continue to struggle with digestive issues, fatigue, hormone imbalances or weight despite eating very well.

When that happens, it’s usually a sign that there is more to uncover and a more individualised approach may be needed.

Take away:  For most people, replacing processed foods with whole foods is the best place to start.

If you’re already eating well but still don’t feel your best, don’t lose hope. It may simply mean there are underlying issues that need to be addressed or that a different dietary approach would suit your body better.

KETOGENIC, FASTING and CARNIVORE

Low-carbohydrate approaches such as ketogenic diets, intermittent fasting and, in some cases, carnivore diets can be powerful tools for improving health.

I have seen these approaches help many people with:

• Type 2 diabetes and insulin resistance
• Weight loss resistance
• Fatty liver disease
• IBS and digestive symptoms
• Fatigue and brain fog
• Joint and inflammatory conditions
• Hormonal symptoms and cravings

Many people experience better blood sugar control, improved energy and reduced hunger. However, these approaches are not the right fit for everyone.

Some people feel amazing on a ketogenic or carnivore diet, while others find the diet difficult to sustain. Sometimes people say, “I tried keto and it didn’t work for me.” Often there are reasons why:

• hidden food intolerances
• underlying digestive issues
• unrealistic expectations
• or simply because their body may respond better to a different dietary approach.

A carnivore diet is becoming increasingly popular and some people report remarkable improvements in autoimmune conditions, digestive symptoms and metabolic health.

For certain individuals it can be a useful short-term therapeutic tool or an approach that genuinely suits them long term.

Take away: Ketogenic, fasting and carnivore approaches can be incredibly effective for the right person, but they are not the only path to good health.

My role is not to convince you that one dietary philosophy is best. My role is to help you determine whether this approach suits your body, your health conditions and your goals.

PLANT-BASED DIET

Plant-based eating has become increasingly popular. For some people, increasing plant foods can lead to:

• better digestion
• improved energy
• easier weight management
• reduced inflammation.

However, just like every other dietary approach, a plant-based diet isn’t the right fit for everyone.

Some people thrive on a high-fibre, plant-focused diet, while others experience bloating, digestive discomfort or worsening symptoms. Often this is because there are underlying digestive issues, food intolerances or health conditions that need to be addressed.

I’ve also seen many people feel discouraged because they were told a plant-based diet was the answer for everyone, only to find that they didn’t feel better.

Take away: If you feel well eating this way, wonderful. If you don’t, it may simply mean your body needs a different approach, or some underlying issues need attention first.

My role is to help you find the dietary pattern that works best for your body, your health conditions and your goals.