More than 70% of us Kiwis drink at least one coffee a day, and around 24% drink three or more. For most of us, caffeine is a daily ritual, the thing that kickstarts our morning and powers us through the afternoon slump. But have you ever wondered what life would be...
In this episode Natalie delves into the importance of nutrition for mental health, overall well-being, and work performance. Natalie discusses practical strategies such as focusing on whole, nutrient-dense foods, maintaining hydration, and adopting sustainable...
GLP-1 medications are on the rise. Everyone’s still talking about Ozempic and other forms of semaglutides. But what do they actually do — and more importantly, what aren’t they doing? These drugs were originally designed to support people with type 2 diabetes, helping...
We are living in a global metabolic health crisis - and it's not just about diet, our modern lifestyles are putting us at risk too. This epidemic is silently growing. From high cholesterol, triglycerides, insulin resistance, and elevated HBA1C to rising rates of...
Protein is the unsung hero of weight loss, muscle tone, and overall health. Did you know it plays a key role in so much more than just building muscle? Here's how protein can transform your health: Reduces Cravings: Protein helps regulate your hunger hormones—ghrelin...
With being pregnant 3 times in the past 4 years my iron levels have been going up & down like a rollercoaster ride. I went into each pregnancy with high hemoglobin levels and high ferritin levels (80+ each time). By the time my third trimester hit, with each...
I don't know who needs to hear this, but deprivation and restriction almost never lead to sustainable results. Plus, who wants to actually deprive themselves?! Instead of thinking about restriction and deprivation, think about what you can add in to your diet or...
Whether you're at your work desk or just got the kids home from school, 3pm hits, and suddenly all you can think about is sugar or another coffee. Sound familiar? If you reach for caffeine or a sugar hit in the afternoon for a "pick-me-up," this one's for you. After...
If you want to improve your body composition, listen up! You need to make these two factors a non-negotiable in your life! #1 You must eat sufficient protein! Undereating protein will make it very hard to shift body fat. Protein provides your body and muscles with...
I get it, all the Christmas parties, summer BBQ’s with family and friends, end of year celebrations with clients and colleagues, it can be a lot. Many of my clients have been feeling overwhelmed and burnt out by all the gatherings, and also the end of year rush to get...
Something I don't recommend women do to balance their hormones (if menstruating) is fasting. Week after week in clinic, I see many women trying to lose weight, balance hormones, or reach other health goals. One of the most common strategies they turn to is skipping or...
Getting enough protein into your morning meal is absolutely essential if you want to have more balanced blood sugar levels, reduced insulin, better metabolic health, easier fat loss, reduced cravings, more stable energy levels, better hormone management. On a weekly...
Eating 1-2 eggs for breakfast isn’t enough to meet your protein requirements to start the day if you want balanced blood sugar levels, less cravings, better metabolic health, easier fat loss, or stable energy levels. Most women don’t get enough protein daily. I feel...
Many people these days consuming a standard american diet - too much processed foods, refined foods, high sugar and high starch foods is a recipe for disaster when it comes to balancing blood sugar levels. On average people are eating 95% more sugar than 200 years...
Magnesium is a miracle mineral involved in over 300 enzymatic reactions in the body. It's a supplement I recommend to clients all the time in clinic for so many different reasons, and it's a supplement I take myself daily and have done for many years now. It's been...
When supporting your health for hormone balance and better metabolic health balancing blood sugar is key! I’m a big fan of enjoying all food in moderation, so obviously you can eat out GUILT FREE and ENJOY whatever foods you want in moderation and without restriction...
Growing a healthy baby takes a lot of nutrients, and if you’re not consuming adequate nutrients in your diet this can leave mum feeling depleted, or even at a loss of minerals from her own stores! There are so many foods to consume for a healthy pregnancy, this is why...
After working with thousands of clients for almost a decade these are the 6 top factors I come across the most in clinic messing with people's blood sugar levels. There are many other factors that play a role as well, however, these habits are at the top of my list....
Managing blood sugar = vibrant health and optimal energy! It's essential for balanced hormones, better weight management, stable energy levels, less cravings, better sleep, more balanced moods, a healthier pregnancy (reduce changes of GD), increased fertility, healthy...
The link between blood sugar balance and autoimmunity is complex and multifaceted. Autoimmunity refers to a condition where the immune system mistakenly attacks and damages the body's own tissues, leading to various autoimmune diseases. Blood sugar balance, on the...
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