Plant Nutrition and Naturopathy

Plant Nutrition and Naturopathy Plant Nutrition and Naturopathy is dedicated to empowering individuals to take control of their health through holistic naturopathy and personalised nutrition.

Lynda Pompa Montes de Oca
🌱 Registered Clinical Nutritionist, Naturopath & Medical Herbalist
🌱 Helping you feel your best and take control of your health
🌱 Based in New Zealand
🌱 Online consultations Our mission is to create a supportive environment where clients feel valued and understood, promoting wellness through compassion, education and collaboration. By integrating evidence based practices with natural therapies, we intend to inspire lifestyle changes that enhance vitality and promote long term health.

If you’ve noticed the number on the scale creeping up and you’re thinking, “why is this happening?”, you’re not alone.We...
19/12/2025

If you’ve noticed the number on the scale creeping up and you’re thinking, “why is this happening?”, you’re not alone.

Weight gain can feel confusing and frustrating, especially when you’re eating the same, exercising the same, and doing your best to look after yourself.

The truth is, weight gain isn’t just about willpower or calories. Your body is always responding to what’s happening inside and around it.

https://plantnutritionandnaturopathy.co.nz/why-am-i-gaining-weight-even-though-im-not-doing-anything-different/

10/12/2025

Your body always tells the truth, even when your mind is trying to push through.

This 3 minute check in is one of the simplest ways to see how stressed you really are because high stress doesn’t always show up as “I’m overwhelmed.”

It often shows up as restlessness, tightness, overthinking, or feeling uncomfortable in your own skin.

If stillness feels hard, it’s not a personal failure.

It’s a sign your nervous system is tired, overloaded, or stuck in survival mode, and it’s asking for support, not judgment.

Small steps like slower breathing, grounding, sunlight, proper meals, or taking one thing off your plate can make a big difference.

Your stress is real.

Your body is talking.

And you deserve care long before you reach burnout.

Want help calming your nervous system and reducing stress in a sustainable, holistic way?

Book a consultation via the link in my bio.

If you’ve been struggling with broken sleep, 3am wake ups, feeling wired at night, or dragging yourself through the morn...
09/12/2025

If you’ve been struggling with broken sleep, 3am wake ups, feeling wired at night, or dragging yourself through the mornings, know you’re not alone.

Sleep isn’t just rest, it’s when your body resets your hormones, repairs your cells, calms inflammation, and brings your nervous system back into balance.

The good news?

You don’t need a whole new routine. Just tiny changes that signal safety to your body and help it settle into deeper, more restorative sleep.

Simple habits like dimming lights, getting morning sunlight, eating balanced meals, reducing caffeine, and creating a calming wind down can shift your sleep more than you’d expect.

Your best sleep doesn’t come from doing more. It comes from giving your body what it’s been asking for: consistency, nourishment, and quiet.

If sleep has been a struggle and you want support with hormones, stress, gut health, or nervous system regulation, I’m here to help.

Book a consultation through the link in my bio.

Anxiety isn’t just in your head.
It’s in your breath, your gut, your hormones, your sleep, and your nervous system which...
04/12/2025

Anxiety isn’t just in your head.

It’s in your breath, your gut, your hormones, your sleep, and your nervous system which means there are so many ways to support it naturally.

If you’ve been feeling on edge, overwhelmed, shaky, wired-but-tired, or stuck in that constant “what if” thinking, please know this, your body isn’t failing you, it’s asking for help.

Small changes like steady meals, slower breathing, gentle movement, better sleep, and the right herbs can create huge shifts in how safe and calm your body feels day-to-day.

You don’t have to fix everything overnight.

Start with one calm moment, one nourishing choice, one tiny reset.

Your nervous system remembers every signal of safety you give it.

If you’re struggling with anxiety, stress, burnout, or emotional overwhelm, I can help you understand what’s going on in your body and support you with a personalised, natural plan.

Book a consultation through the link in my bio.

You deserve to feel calm, steady, and supported, for real.

If you’re trying to get pregnant, now or in the near future, you’ve probably heard lots of different advice.“Eat this.”“...
04/12/2025

If you’re trying to get pregnant, now or in the near future, you’ve probably heard lots of different advice.

“Eat this.”
“Don’t eat that.”
“Take this supplement.”

It can feel confusing and overwhelming really fast.

Food can’t guarantee a pregnancy, but it can help your hormones work better, support healthy ovulation, balance your cycle, and create the best environment for a future baby.

Here are the foods that matter most (and why your body loves them).

https://plantnutritionandnaturopathy.co.nz/what-is-the-best-food-to-eat-when-trying-to-get-pregnant/

Before you skip breakfast let’s talk about what actually happens in your body when you do. Skipping your first meal migh...
03/12/2025

Before you skip breakfast let’s talk about what actually happens in your body when you do.

Skipping your first meal might feel normal especially when you’re rushing, not hungry yet, or trying to eat less, but it can quietly mess with your hormones, blood sugar, mood, and energy for the rest of the day.

Here’s what really happens when you don’t eat in the morning:
- Your stress hormones (like cortisol) spike
- Your blood sugar drops causing cravings and irritability
- Your metabolism slows down
- Your brain fog increases
- You’re more likely to overeat later
- Your nervous system stays in survival mode

Your body needs fuel early in the day, especially if you struggle with:
- low energy
- anxiety
- irritability
- poor focus
- hormone symptoms
- sugar cravings
- burnout

Breakfast isn’t just a meal.

It’s information.

It tells your body you can relax.

- Choose protein
- Add fibre
- Include healthy fats
- Add slow carbs
and you’ll feel the difference by mid-morning.

Your body isn’t asking you to eat perfect.

It’s asking you to keep it supported.

Need help balancing your hormones, blood sugar, or energy?

Book a consultation via the link in my bio, let’s get you feeling better from the inside out.

If you’re someone who often skips breakfast, maybe because you’re rushing, not hungry, or trying to eat less, this blog ...
02/12/2025

If you’re someone who often skips breakfast, maybe because you’re rushing, not hungry, or trying to eat less, this blog is for you.

Because even though skipping breakfast might seem harmless, it can actually make your day feel a lot harder without you even realising why.

Let’s talk about why.

https://plantnutritionandnaturopathy.co.nz/before-you-skip-breakfast-read-this/

If IVF isn’t an option for you, or you’re simply not ready for that path, please know this your fertility journey isn’t ...
01/12/2025

If IVF isn’t an option for you, or you’re simply not ready for that path, please know this your fertility journey isn’t over.

There are still real, evidence-backed ways to support your hormones, your cycle, and your overall reproductive health naturally.

Fertility isn’t just about your ovaries, it’s about your whole body.

Your gut, stress levels, sleep, nutrition, and nervous system all play a massive role in how your hormones behave.

Small shifts really can make a big difference:
-Learn your cycle (track ovulation, spotting, symptoms)
-Balance your hormones with food (regular meals, healthy fats, whole foods)
-Support your gut (bloating and constipation can be signs your gut is out of balance which affect fertility)
-Lower stress and calm your nervous system (your body needs to feel safe)
-Try herbal support (with guidance) vitex, maca, ashwagandha and more
-Check key nutrients (iron, B12, folate, vitamin D, zinc, omega-3s)
-Reduce inflammation (more plants, less processed foods, better sleep)
-Focus on whole-body health (hormones, gut, stress, sleep, emotions)

Your body isn’t failing you, it may just need support, safety, and nourishment to function the way it’s meant to.

And you don’t have to figure it out alone.

I offer natural fertility support to help you understand your cycle, balance your hormones, and give your body the best possible foundation for conception.

If you’re wanting a more holistic approach to growing your family, I’m here to help.

Book a consultation via the link in my bio.

Life can get really full (work, kids, errands, appointments, home life) and somehow you’re supposed to take care of your...
27/11/2025

Life can get really full (work, kids, errands, appointments, home life) and somehow you’re supposed to take care of yourself on top of all that?

No wonder you’re tired.

But the busier you are, the more your body needs care, not less.

You can’t pour from an empty cup, and burnout isn’t a badge of honour.

Small moments of support throughout your day make a huge difference:
-a proper meal
-a deep breath
-a short walk
-a glass of water
-a boundary
-a pause

Self-care isn’t a spa day, it’s the tiny things that keep you going.

If you’re struggling to look after yourself in the chaos, I wrote something for you.

It’s simple, practical, and made for real women with real lives (and no spare time).

Read my blog: “How to Take Care of Yourself When You’re Busy” - link in bio.

You deserve to feel supported, even on your busiest days. đź’›

Anxiety can feel really overwhelming. Your heart races, your thoughts speed up, and your body feels like it’s always on ...
27/11/2025

Anxiety can feel really overwhelming. Your heart races, your thoughts speed up, and your body feels like it’s always on high alert even when nothing scary is happening.

If you’ve ever wondered, “How do I calm this down without relying only on medication?”, this blog is for you.

You can support anxiety naturally, and many people find huge relief from simple lifestyle, nutrition, and nervous system tools.

Let’s break it down in easy steps.

https://plantnutritionandnaturopathy.co.nz/how-to-heal-anxiety-naturally-in-simple-everyday-ways/

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