Nina Ward - Naturopath & Integrative Nutrition

25/02/2026

The number of women I see who skip meals is staggering. Skipping meals means skipping nutrients in your day - less protein, less vitamins, less minerals, less polyphenols, less antioxidants.
And, ironically, as a result of undernourishment, skipping meals is a great way to signal to your body 'famine'. What does a body in famine do? It dials down metabolism (yes, slows your metabolism) so you can subsist on less food. Generally the exact opposite of what most women aspire to.
Get up, have your breakfast, eat your damn lunch. Love that body! Nourish it!

24/02/2026

How to motivate yourself internally.

19/02/2026

My latest food obssession...
Really well toasted, super crunchy toast, cut into cubes, and dunked into a bowl of olive oil with a splash of balsamic vinegar (Italian style)
Just cannot get enough. There's something beautiful that happens in my brain with that crunchy... ooooo.
For those who like facts and figures, I've used buckwheat bread, a generous tablespoon of olive oil and roughly a teaspoon of balsamic vinegar. You can alternatively pre-cut the bread into cubes then blitz in the microwave until crunchy. I ate this delight as part of my lunch with protein & veg plus a serve of fruit and I 100% slurped down the left over oil and vinegar. No shame.
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18/02/2026

I'm in the middle of a week of business planning and strategy with my own business coach and a group of colleagues working on how I can help more people with the work that I do as a Naturopath.
I wholeheartedly believe that we can all future proof our health by restoring gut microbiome balance and optimising metabolic health. I am excited to be able to make these core strategies accessible and support my clients to feel like themselves again.
We all need someone in the wings, pushing us forward and cheering us on.
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12/02/2026

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What if the problem isn’t your effort, but how your metabolism is being supported?

Here are 6 signs your metabolism may need support 🤝

If these signs feel familiar, it may be time to explore a personalised plan find your local practitioner through the link in our bio! 🔗

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09/02/2026

Acknowledging the little wins.
After a few weeks of computer/ tech frustration, I am proud to say that I have just learnt today how to use enter in a facebook comment without accidentally posting prior to finishing. It's the little things!
Shift+enter BTW
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04/02/2026

WOW - new research linking diet soft drinks to dementia risk.
If you have dementia in the family, value your mental clarity, or just care about brain health as a part of your self care, you'll be interested in this brand new 2026 research in the Journal of Alzheimer's Disease.
We've known for years that sugar is a major contributor to brain health issues but this study as linked the consumption of more than one DIET soft drink per day with a 4.15 fold increased risk of dementia development. I'm sorry.... what? That's massive.
If you needed another reason to move away from soft drinks this is it. Consider flavoured spring water, plain soda water with lemon, kombucha, or just plain water the next time you are drawn to the sugar free isle.
Here is the study - https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/13872877251411414
Cheers!
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01/02/2026

Want to learn more about the Metabolic Balance program and how you can take the guess work out of food?
I have a few sneaky spots available this week for a 15 minute call for you to suss out whether Metabolic Balance is a good fit for you. No obligation; just an opportunity to ask whatever you need. (Monday @ 2pm; Friday @ 1.30pm)
If you've been watching and wondering, let's make a time to chat. Send me a PM or email me at hello@ninaward.com.au to tee up a time.
You can learn more here - www.ninaward.com.au/metabolic-balance
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30/01/2026

Walking with my peeps.
Hazel and George keep me moving even when I don't want to - in the morning after breakfast then again, at my favourite time, just before bed in the dark. I wear a headlamp and see at least half a dozen critters each night - brushtailed possums, ringtailed possums, cheeky foxes, a kangaroo, and the odd cat.
Spending time outside, moving, hanging with my dogs, and feeling a part of nature... woohoo. My kind of happy.
Interestingly getting out into the black night before bed can really help tell the brain to crank up melatonin production for falling asleep.
What are some things that really push your happy buttons?
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30/01/2026

The good news review that we all need even if it's only once a month. There is good out there...
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30/01/2026

When someone tells me they haven't got enough time (or they're not a good enough cook) to eat well...
I have neither of those feathers in my cap. There's no better time for good, quick eating than summer.
This 5 min massive wonder is....
🥗A bed of lettuce with carrot, capsicum and cucumber 150 - 200g
🥗2 weeny cans of wild caught salmon (yes 2 - there's only 60 actual grams of fish in each one
🥗Olive oil, balsamic, salt, croutons (buckwheat bread again)
Then, because I'm treating myself, nearly a whole punnet of fresh raspberries. Living the high life today.
This could eaily be made ahead just adding the dressing before eating.
Good food ain't fancy food but it's delish and feels great.
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28/01/2026

You've had set backs before and look at you. You're still here!
Whatever you are struggling with, know that even if this thing kicks you in the belly, calls you names, and steals your gum balls, you'll overcome it.
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