I put a lot of thought on what to write about for the first newsletter of 2026.
And I landed on diarrhea.
Well… kind of.
Actually, I landed on diet fads, but as you’ll see, they’re often the same thing.
Every year, a new diet trend surfaces. It makes huge promises to supercharge your metabolism, fix your gut, or, my personal favorite, eliminate inflammation.
Many become so popular that they actually form Facebook groups in which the cult leaders group leaders preach their usefulness and effectiveness.
Today I want to share with you what I found by visiting one of these popular communities, A “Carnivore for Beginners” group, and simply searching the word, “diarrhea”.
At first glance, it’s easy to laugh at this, but if you’re like me, your heart sank when you got to the last one.
Here were the responses to that poor lady, who was clearly experiencing serious health issues:
These are just a few of the endless bits of horrible advice that were given in this group. It was honestly terrifying to read.
It’s easy to judge from the outside, but here is the reality: many grifters and fads take advantage of people who feel desperate, and many people feel desperate because they don’t have the proper support systems to make changes in a healthy way.
When you feel like you’ve tried everything and you lack help or guidance to help you master the basics—like consistent protein, fiber, and movement—an extreme “magic pill” (or magic steak) becomes very tempting.
Fads, especially ones with monetary gain, prey on that desperation, convincing you that their way really is the solution, despite what your body may be telling you.
Which is why we have to be mindful: the decisions you make today—whether they affect your long-term health or just your short-term bowel movements—have consequences, even when they’re not as apparent as the examples above.
Join a Community, Not a Gimmick
You deserve to surround yourself with a community that actually wants the best for you, not one that is simply pushing a gimmick to validate their own ideology.
If you want to see exactly what a healthy, supportive community looks like, go check out our NOVA Strong Facebook Group.
Right now, we’re doing my “Live Well” challenge that has everyone practicing gratitude, acts of kindness, and recognitions of strength. Come participate, and I guarantee you will put you in a happier, healthier, and more empowered frame of mind, and it won’t leave you needing a change of underwear.
Seek Professional Guidance
If you are struggling to find a path that works, stop taking advice from anonymous internet “experts” who don’t have to live with the consequences of their suggestions.
True health professionals have a “do no harm” baseline. We use evidence, empathy, and your specific health history to guide you toward results that last.
If you’re ready to ditch the fads and build a foundation that actually makes sense, we want to help you get started.
To kick off the new year, we are offering Nutrition Consultations for 30% off through the end of the month!
Stop guessing and start working with a professional who is mindful of your unique needs. Click here to book your discounted Nutrition Consultation and let’s make 2026 the year you finally find the “middle ground” of optimal health.