Navigating the World of Diets: A Deep Dive into Healthy Choices

Let’s Talk About Diets: The Good, The Confusing, and the Why Behind It All.

By Kaylee Eby

When you start looking into diets—especially while living with a chronic illness or autoimmune disease—it can feel like stepping into a whirlwind of opinions, testimonies, miracle cures, and strict do's and don'ts. Keto, paleo, vegan, carnivore, Whole30… the list feels endless. And if you're anything like me, trying to navigate this space while just wanting to feel better, it can quickly become overwhelming.

Early on in my own health journey, I found myself seeing every post, podcast, or influencer testimony. Each one seemed to offer the next big answer. And while I believe most people are just trying to help or share what worked for them, here’s the truth: not every diet works for every person.

Our bodies, our needs, and our histories are different. What helps someone else thrive might leave someone else more sick, more confused, or more discouraged. That doesn’t mean one person is wrong and another is right—it just means our healing paths are not one-size-fits-all.

That’s why I believe it’s so important to ask why we’re choosing the diets we do. Are we trying to control something? Are we desperate for healing? Are we listening to our bodies—or just following a trend? And as a Christian, I’ve learned to also ask: Am I inviting God into this part of my life?

The Bible reminds us:

“So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.” —1 Corinthians 10:31

Even in our food choices, even in our healing, we can honor the Lord. But that doesn’t mean shaming others or idolizing wellness. It means approaching health with wisdom, humility, and trust in the One who made us.

And when we share our stories with others, we need to do so with grace and awareness. Because what we say—how we say it—has power.

It might hurt someone who’s already struggling with food, especially if they’ve battled an eating disorder.
It might discourage someone who’s trying to heal with a doctor-recommended plan but now feels like it’s not “good enough.”
It might create false hope for someone who’s sick, who tries a diet you said changed your life—only to get worse.
It might crush a postpartum mama who’s already feeling insecure in her new body and is just trying to survive.
It might wound someone who already thinks they’re ugly or fat—who already hears that inner voice louder than anything else—and now believes they need to shrink themselves to be worthy.

But here's the truth we need to cling to:

“You are fearfully and wonderfully made.” —Psalm 139:14
“Man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.” —1 Samuel 16:7

We need to be gentle.

Gentle with our words. Gentle with our own bodies. Gentle with each other. Jesus calls us to love our neighbors—and that includes those who are struggling silently with food, body image, or health.

If you’re currently walking through a season of sickness or chronic illness, I encourage you: you don’t have to do this alone. Find a trusted natural or functional medicine doctor—someone who can help you navigate your health journey with personalized guidance and support. If you’re hoping to live a more non-toxic lifestyle, they can help with that too. God gives us wisdom through people, through research, through support—and sometimes it takes a team to begin truly healing.

I’m not saying we shouldn’t share our experiences. I believe in testimony and community. But I also believe in compassion, caution, and understanding that our story isn’t everyone’s story. Let’s not use our diet like a badge of honor or a rulebook for others—but instead as part of the testimony God is writing in us.

So if you’re feeling lost in the world of diets, I see you. Take a deep breath. You don’t have to have it all figured out today. Start small, stay curious, and always check in with your body, your doctor, your peace—and most importantly, your Savior.

You are not behind. You are not broken. You are held.

If you’re someone who shares your healing journey—thank you. Just remember: the words we speak can either build up or break down. Let’s choose gentleness, not hype. Let’s choose empathy over extremes. Let’s be the voice that reminds others that they are not too far gone—because with Jesus, healing can look many different ways.

“She is clothed with strength and dignity, and she laughs without fear of the future.” —Proverbs 31:25

Just to be clear—I really do believe most people mean well when they share what works for them. I’m genuinely glad when something has helped someone feel better or live more fully. But I also want to gently offer a different perspective. A softer, more mindful way we can approach these conversations—so they stay impactful, but never feel pressuring.