There are no unhealthy foods, only unhealthy diets

July 7, 2025

Stop calling foods 'good' or 'bad'

If you’ve ever labelled a food as “bad” or felt guilty after eating something you love, you’re not alone. Diet culture has trained many of us to see foods in black and white — clean or dirty, good or bad. But here’s the truth:

There are no unhealthy foods. Only unhealthy diets.

At Rebuild, we believe in taking the emotion and fear out of food. One meal, one snack, or one dessert doesn’t define your health. What matters most is the overall pattern of how you eat, move, and live.

Nutritional Context Matters

A slice of cake after dinner? Not a problem. But if every meal is ultra-processed and lacking in protein, fibre, and nutrients, then your overall diet may not be serving you. It’s not about restriction — it’s about balance, consistency, and context.

According to the World Health Organization and numerous nutrition studies, diets that are consistently high in ultra-processed foods and low in whole foods can contribute to chronic health conditions. But that doesn’t mean individual foods are the culprit.

Flexibility Builds Sustainability

The most effective diets are the ones people can stick to long term. That means making room for flexibility. All-or-nothing approaches often lead to burnout, bingeing, and cycles of guilt.

If you enjoy chocolate, pizza, or wine — you don’t have to give them up. You just need to learn how to include them in a way that aligns with your goals. That could mean planning indulgences, practicing portion control, or simply building more awareness around hunger and fullness.

How We Coach Nutrition at Rebuild

Our coaches don’t hand out cookie-cutter meal plans. Instead, we help you:

Build a diet rich in lean protein, whole grains, fruits, and vegetables
Understand portion sizes and satiety
Include your favourite foods without derailing progress
Develop a healthy relationship with food, body, and training
No food should come with guilt. You can eat well and still enjoy the foods you love. The key is to look at the bigger picture.

Ready to rebuild your relationship with food? Let’s chat about how we can support your nutrition goals.

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