Why do I feel worse when I try to eat ‘clean’?

A lot of people tell us they feel more tired, irritable, hungry, or out of control around food when they try to eat “clean.” That can feel confusing, especially when clean eating is marketed as the “healthy” way to eat. Today we’re unpacking what “clean eating” actually means, why it often backfires, and what might feel more supportive instead.

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