Lucy Edwards - Nutrition and Natural Therapies

12/05/2026

Over a week ago I tore my piriformis muscle... and wow, it stopped me in my tracks.

I was told by my doctor to avoid intense exercise while it healed. I kept up daily walks (even through that deep ache), knowing this season was temporary… but what really surprised me were the side effects.

My mood dropped... a lot!
I felt way more irritable, reacting to the kids in ways I normally wouldn’t. My patience was thinner, falling asleep became harder, and as many of you know… when sleep is off, everything feels off.

Here’s why 👇🏼
When we exercise, our muscles release “hope molecules” (known as *myokines*). These are powerful little proteins that act like natural antidepressants — reducing stress, supporting brain function, lifting mood, and calming inflammation in the body.

Even though I kept up breath-work and gentle movement, I felt the shift quickly.

This is your reminder:
✨ Exercise is not just physical — it’s mental and emotional health too
✨ Movement truly supports your whole system — body, mind, and spirit

The good news? I’m healing. I made it back to vinyasa yoga this morning and I can already feel *me* coming back.

Don’t underestimate the science-backed power of movement 🤍

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04/05/2026

🌿 MOTHER’S DAY GIVEAWAY 🌿

To celebrate all the incredible mums out there, I’m giving away a DOUBLE PASS for you and another special mum to join my *“Nourish Your Nervous System”* workshop this June at Wild Wellbeing 💛

✨ Valued at $70
✨ A calming experience designed to help reduce stress
✨ Includes a nutrition presentation, guided breathwork session + herbal tea

This is your chance to slow down, reconnect, and truly nourish yourself 🌸

To enter:
✔️ Like this post
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✔️ Tag a well-deserving mum (each tag = extra entry!)

Give yourself (and a lovely mum in your life) something to look forward to 💫

Winner announced soon on Mother's day!

03/05/2026

✨ Nourish Your Nervous System Workshop ✨

Feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or close to burnout? This gentle, practical workshop is designed to help you feel calm, grounded, and back in control.
Join me for a 1-hour Nutrition + Breathwork session where you’ll learn simple, effective tools to support your nervous system, gut health, hormones, and stress response.

🗓 Sunday 14th June
🕑 2:00pm
📍 Wild Wellbeing
Enjoy a relaxed space, organic herbal teas, and leave feeling nourished—inside and out.

🎟 Tickets via Eventfinda https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2026/nourish-your-nervous-system-with-nutritionist-lucy-edwards/paraparaumu

🌿 More info: email info@lucynutrition.co.nz
Limited spaces available—would love to see you there 💚

23/04/2026

Still buzzing from such a special evening ✨

It was so nice to attend the Electra Business and Innovation Awards opening ceremony at Māoriland Film Festival in Ōtaki last night. This marks my third year co-sponsoring a spot prize for this incredible event.

Massive respect to everyone who showed up despite the chilly night and wild weather this week 🌧️ You could really feel the strength and spirit of our local business community.

Great drinks, beautiful kai, and such a nice atmosphere always love hearing Tainui's inspiring speeches and so lovely to see people coming together to celebrate and support each other.

Will I enter again this year? Hmm… you’ll have to wait and see 😉

10/04/2026

It’s the school holidays… and honestly, my focus feels split in two and my energy is all over the place 🤯

This week I’ve had to bring my kids into work with me (twice 😅). For the most part they’ve been amazing, my daughter even sat at reception like a little pro this afternoon. But let’s be real… it’s been a juggle. Exercise has kind of gone out the window, and it would be SO easy to tell myself it’s all too hard right now.

But instead of throwing in the towel… I adapted.

I did the kids class at taekwondo with my daughter, yes it was easy and I barely broke a sweat, but I still showed up. I made it to F45 and brought her along too (hello mum guilt), but she loved it. there was a dog there and she hasn’t stopped talking about it 🐶

I’ve still managed breathwork or meditation each day, just not at the “perfect” time. Usually in the afternoon when they’re more settled. And guess what… that’s okay.

You can’t do everything, all the time.

Even though I live and breathe wellness, I don’t wake up and follow some unrealistic 10-step morning routine. Most mornings I’m straight into making breakfast, sorting the kids, or dealing with the dog.

It’s so easy to wait for the “perfect” time… but that doesn’t exist.

Doing what you can, where you are, will always be better than doing nothing.

Adapt. Go with the flow. Compromise.
Perfection is an illusion, consistency is what gets results.

Be gentle. Be kind to yourself 🤍
Who else can relate?

01/04/2026

Happy Easter everyone 🤍🐣

Just a little reminder that we’ll be closed over the Easter break, and back in the clinic on Tuesday the 7th — with only a few appointments left!

If you’re celebrating, here are a few simple ways to enjoy Easter in moderation without missing out:

✨ Start savoury
Have a balanced meal with protein + fibre (think veggies!) before reaching for chocolate. This helps slow blood sugar spikes and keeps energy steady.

🎨 Make it about more than chocolate
Get creative with your kids — painting eggs, decorating, crafts, or even an Easter scavenger hunt. Memories > sugar highs.

🚶‍♀️ Keep moving
A family walk, bike ride, or getting outside for some fresh air can make all the difference — for both body and mind.

Enjoy the long weekend, soak up the autumn vibes, and be kind to your body 💛
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31/03/2026

✨ Is your gut trying to tell you something? ✨

Bloating, low energy, sugar cravings, skin flare-ups, mood dips…
These aren’t random — they can be signs your gut needs support 👀

I’ve created a quick Gut Health Quiz to help you understand what’s really going on beneath the surface.

💫 Takes just a few minutes
💫 Personalised results based on your answers
💫 Tailored recommendations — including suggested products, workshops & next steps

If you’ve been thinking “something’s off” but don’t know where to start… this is for you.

👉 Head to my website now to take the Gut Health Quiz and discover your score

Your body is always communicating… it’s time to listen 🤍

Lucy Nutrition is owned by Lucy Edwards a Nutritionist and Natural Therapist based in the Kāpiti Coast of New Zealand. As a leader in her field, she practices Nutrition, Naturopathy, Herbal Medicine, workshops and retreats. Lucy is a health and wellness expert. Wellington.

22/03/2026

3 ways I sped up my recovery while training for my black belt 🥋

1. **Loaded up my coffee ☕️**
I added dried cloves to my daily coffee. Cloves are a natural analgesic and anti-inflammatory, helping to ease soreness and support recovery.

2. **Upgraded my protein 🥤**
I used a protein powder with added greens. Ingredients like wheatgrass, barley grass, and chlorella are rich in antioxidants, helping repair oxidative stress from intense training.

In November I achieved my black belt at the age of 40, and the only women at our dojang to achieve this. Here are just some of the ways I looked after myself.

3. **Focused on breathwork 🌬️**
Controlled breathing helped reduce anxiety under pressure—but the real magic? Nasal breathing releases nitric oxide, a natural vasodilator that supports heart health and speeds up recovery.

If you’re training hard and want to recover smarter (not just push harder), I can help.

✨ Book a free 15-min consult to see if we’re a good fit
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19/03/2026

Being a service-based business owner is no joke.

You’re not just showing up to deliver an amazing service, you’re also juggling socials, marketing, networking, budgeting, strategy, planning, bookings, admin, promotions… the list goes on 😅

Yes, my husband helps with Xero and we have an accountant. I’ve brought in a publicist at times, and I occasionally work with assistants or collaborators. But at the end of the day, the workload still sits with me… and it can feel overwhelming.

Today I had a meeting with my old coach something I haven’t done in years because I’ve been so busy and booked out most weeks. And wow… it reminded me how valuable that support is.

Having a coach gives you unbiased feedback, helps you find your blind spots, and brings fresh perspective, clarity, and motivation. His support was actually a huge turning point for me 5 or so years ago when I started taking my business seriously.

And funnily enough, now some sessions are a two-way exchange ...I even find myself sharing ideas and strategies that have worked for me too🥲 .

If you’re in business and feeling stretched, I can’t recommend having the right support enough 🤍

If you’d like to connect with Mark Wager, you can reach him here:
https://www.australasianleadershipinstitute.com/Leadership-blog (make sure you mention my name!)

And if you’re in the natural health space and looking for coaching, I’d love to support you. I offer personalised options for all budgets ✨
Email: info@lucynutriton.co.nz

15/03/2026

Feeling drained, anxious, or stuck on an emotional rollercoaster? 😔🎢

What if the way you *eat* could help calm your mind and support a more balanced mood?

Imagine waking up with *steady energy, clearer thinking, and a nervous system that actually feels supported.* ✨

In **Nourish Your Nervous System**, I share simple, practical nutrition strategies to help you take back control of your mental wellbeing.

Join one of New Zealand’s leading nutritionists, Lucy Edwards, for a *powerful 35-minute wellness talk* designed to help you understand how food directly impacts your mood and nervous system. This updated session builds on the highly acclaimed *Eating for Anxiety* presentation and gives you science-backed tools you can start using immediately.

In this talk you’ll learn:
✅ The key foods and nutrients that help calm your nervous system and boost mood naturally
✅ Which foods may be worsening anxiety or even mimicking its symptoms
✅ How your nervous system works and what you can do nutritionally to support it

🎥 Downloadable MP4 – watch anytime, at your own pace.
Perfect if you want practical guidance you can *revisit whenever you need it.*

🔥 Special this week:
Usually *$34.99 now just $17.50 (50% off)*

Use code 50% at checkout and start feeling the difference today. 🌿 Link in the bio.

It's time to look after you so that you can live your best life!

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