Eatwise Nutrition

01/05/2025

Just wrapped up 8 weeks of work with and this incredible group of people in Waharoa (missing 3 in the photo) and together they’ve lost a total of 23 kilos.

Such a massive achievement — but even more importantly, the numbers are just one part of the story.

Because it’s never just about the scales.

What really matters?
They didn’t feel deprived or hungry.
Energy is up.
Injuries are healing.
Strength in the gym is climbing.
Some joined a gym and started strength training.
Cravings for junk food? Way down.
Less bloating.
And one person even shaved 15 years off their metabolic age on the scales.

This is the kind of progress that actually change lives. So proud 💛

16/08/2024

Are your kids bouncing off the walls, or is their blood sugar just out of whack?

It’s not just sugar that causes those blood sugar rollercoasters! Foods like cereal, crackers, toast, and muesli bars—anything high in refined starches and carbs WITH LITTLE TO NO PROTEIN can send your child’s blood sugar on a wild ride. 🎢 This can lead to erratic energy levels, mood swings, and even behavioral issues. It’s similar to when adults feel “hangry”—that mix of hunger and anger from low blood sugar. But unlike adults, children don’t understand what’s happening; they may just act a bit crazy.

A few simple tweaks to the meal or snack goes a long way. Consider offering balanced snacks that include healthy fats, proteins, and fiber to help keep their blood sugar levels steady and their behavior more balanced. 🥑🥚🍎

A few simple tweaks to common meals and snacks offered:

-offer cheese with crackers, not just plain crackers.
-add meats, tuna, cheese, eggs to sandwiches (avoid adding jam, honey and even marmite by itself offers no protein).
-If you use a cereal, use cows milk to increase protein, fat and nutrients (unless theirs an allergy) we use unhomgenised milk (silver top).
-After school offer protein and fibre rich snacks like unsweetened yogurt with fruit before popcorn, chips etc.
-Add eggs to porridge at breakfast when cooking.

In a nutshell I am not saying don’t offer cereal, crackers etc I am reinforcing how the constitution of the meal will either support blood sugars or not. A simple change can be a game changer for families 💛

15/08/2024

Eating a diet rich in whole, unprocessed foods is a fantastic step towards better health, but it doesn’t automatically mean your metabolism is in top shape. 🌱

Even if you’re not overweight, you could still be experiencing metabolic dysfunction—a silent issue that often goes unnoticed. One key marker of this is HbA1c—a measure of your average blood sugar levels over the past 2-3 months. 📊 Elevated HbA1c can indicate that your blood sugar isn’t as stable as it should be, potentially leading to insulin resistance and other metabolic issues.

Did you know that low protein intake can actually contribute to higher blood sugar and insulin levels?
When your diet lacks sufficient protein, your body struggles to maintain stable blood sugar levels, which could cause your HbA1c to rise—even if you’re sticking to whole foods! This means you could be at risk for metabolic dysfunction without even realizing it.

So, while choosing whole foods is a great foundation, don’t forget the importance of balancing your macronutrients—especially protein—to keep your metabolism in check and your HbA1c within an optimal range.

31/07/2024

“Blunt, but positive” ✨

Love this Google review, thanks Tracy. We don’t beat around the bush here🤗. We provide effective, evidence based nutrition and lifestyle strategies to support your health concerns and goals.

Love seeing clients thrive, getting your nutrition dialled can be life changing.

30/07/2024

10/07/2024

We have a new home✨

Check out our fresh new site for you to easily find your way around and select which services or packages you need to support your health.

We have packaged our specialty services up into Weight Loss, Gut Health (IBS + IBD), Hormone Help and we only require a deposit for you to get started. We offer 1:1 consultations in Papamoa, online and for anyone with private health insurance you may be partially or fully covered.

Thanks to local legend Dan Leigh☺️

www.eatwisenutrition.com

17/06/2024

Pinnacles Hike with the gals🚶‍♀️⛰️
Steep 2.5hr hike to the hut then another 25 to the summit. Very impressive view! Whiskeys and dehydrated meals went down a treat at the top🥃 Love a good cheap, wholesome night away!

What’s ya favourite tramp you’ve been on we are planning our next one🙌

06/06/2024

Its easy to throw a bunch of carbs in a lunchbox but one of the most important macros is often very low: protein.

Eating enough protein is so important for our health and provides some of the best and most bioavailable sources of immune supporting nutrients.

A few simple ideas to ramp up the protein in children’s lunchboxes:

1. Sandwich’s loaded with tuna, smashed boiled egg/mayo, leftover shredded chicken/mayo or when things are getting low a decent chunk of cheese with a spread like marmite.

2. Greek yogurt packs in a good amount of protein and you can add berries or light drizzle maple syrup if you like. Note: coconut yogurt offers almost no protein.

3. Hot thermos lunch: leftover spag bol or mince, chicken curry etc

4. Chicken drumsticks, leftover sliced meat from roasts, leftover sausage (with high meat %).

4. Protein rich snack ideas: salami stick, cheese, boiled egg, edamame, nuts (mostly fats).

There are some great alternatives now for snacky foods like muesli bars, popcorn, rice crackers etc but a lunchbox filled with these foods is not substantial, blood sugar supportive or offering any nutrition at all really. Just because it’s organic and packaged beautifully doesn’t mean it’s healthy.

How do you pack in protein I’d love to hear! 🥩🍗🥪🧀

05/06/2024

Lombok🙌 Few photos, most of the photo credit to travel buddie . What a trip… feeling refreshed.

Thanks gals for the best adventure. Back to work tomorrow, if you’ve been thinking about getting your health niggles supported it’s never too late to start get in touch to make a booking.

A reminder too if you have private health insurance you may be covered💛.

09/04/2024

Client success 💚 Nutrition is a minefield and getting the right advice can make a world of difference.