You’re eating all the right things, so why don’t you feel better?
I can’t tell you how many clients come to me saying some version of this:
“I cut out gluten, dairy, sugar… I’m eating so clean, but I’m still bloated. My energy’s low. I can’t lose weight. My skin’s breaking out. What am I doing wrong?”
First, let me just say: I hear you. I’ve been there. Eating a clean, nourishing diet is an incredible foundation but sometimes it’s not the only piece of the puzzle. When symptoms linger, it’s often because of hidden root causes that aren’t about food alone.
Here are 7 sneaky reasons your clean diet might not be delivering the results you hoped for and what to do about it:
1. Mold Exposure
Even the cleanest food can’t undo the effects of chronic mold toxicity. Mold exposure (especially from water-damaged buildings) can trigger inflammation, disrupt detox pathways, and overload your immune system—leading to fatigue, brain fog, skin issues, and more. If you’ve tried everything and still feel “off,” mold might be quietly working behind the scenes.
What to do:
Test your environment. Support your detox pathways. And work with a practitioner who understands mold recovery. Please text me if you need my contact here in Cyprus.
2. Parasites or Gut Infections
Parasites, yeast overgrowth, or bacterial imbalances can cause bloating, nutrient malabsorption, and even sugar cravings—no matter how clean your plate looks. These infections are more common than you think, especially if you’ve traveled abroad, eaten raw fish, or dealt with chronic gut issues.
What to do:
Consider a comprehensive stool test and a gut-healing protocol that includes antimicrobials, binders, and repair. Please consider booking an appointment with us to assess.
3. Unresolved Trauma or Chronic Stress
No supplement or smoothie can override a nervous system stuck in survival mode. Trauma—whether recent or decades old—can keep your body in a state of chronic inflammation. Cortisol, digestion, hormones, and sleep all take a hit. This is one of the most overlooked root causes of symptoms that “don’t make sense.”
What to do:
Support your nervous system. That might mean somatic therapy, breathwork, EMDR, or simply more time for stillness and self-regulation. I have even utilized plant medicine to confront my trauma, and it was deeply healing for me. Also have great contacts of practitioners here in Cyprus that can help.
4. Mineral Imbalances
Magnesium, potassium, sodium, and zinc are essential for energy, detox, hormone balance, and blood sugar regulation. Even on a healthy diet, you might not be getting—or absorbing—enough. Stress, medications, heavy sweating, or gut dysfunction can all deplete minerals quickly.
What to do:
Consider testing your blood levels. Focus on whole food sources of minerals and consider targeted supplementation. Dont just take supplements blindly!
5. Too Much Snacking
Frequent, even “healthy” snacking can keep insulin elevated, stall digestion, and prevent your body from entering repair mode. This is especially important for women navigating blood sugar or hormonal changes.
What to do:
Create more space between meals and tune in to true hunger. Focus on balanced meals that keep you satisfied for 4–5 hours.
6. Oral Health & Mouth Microbiome
Your mouth is the gateway to your gut—and if it’s out of balance, your digestion and immune system can suffer. Hidden infections, root canals, and poor oral hygiene can contribute to inflammation and systemic issues.
What to do:
Work with the right dentist, use mineral-rich toothpaste, tongue scrape, oil pull, and prioritize your oral microbiome just like your gut.
7. You’re Doing Everything “Right”… But It’s Not Right for You
Sometimes, the healthiest diet on paper isn’t the right fit for your body. Maybe you need more protein. Maybe raw salads are irritating your gut. Maybe it’s not what you’re eating, but how you’re eating—on the go, stressed, and disconnected.
What to do:
Tune in. Slow down. Work with someone who can help personalize your path. And most importantly, give yourself grace.
Your body is always communicating with you… even when things don’t make sense.
If your clean diet isn’t working, it doesn’t mean you’ve failed. It means there’s more to explore. Healing isn’t just about food. It’s about all the inputs your body receives: your environment, your emotions, your history, and your beliefs.
And the more you honor the whole picture, the more your body will thank you!
