What to eat and drink when you exercise
Whether you're looking to boost energy, build muscle, or manage your appetite - understanding nutrition requirements is key to feeling and performing your best. Plus, download our free guide for eating before, during, and after exercise!
Looking after your health starts where you are
Preventative healthcare is about finding simple, realistic ways to support your health now, so you can feel better today and protect your wellbeing for the future. Our Mission Nutrition team is here to listen, make sense of the evidence and help you find practical strategies that feel manageable, flexible and genuinely right for your life.
'Is this normal?' Some common physical symptoms you shouldn't ignore
Our bodies are good at sending signals when something isn’t quite right. Here, wellbeing expert and nutritionist Claire Turnbull explains what some common symptoms mean, and which ones to act on quickly.
Energy drinks: What they do to your body and how to get a boost naturally
Feeling tired and reaching for energy drinks? Learn how they affect sleep, anxiety, digestion and energy, plus natural ways to feel more energised.
PCOS is being renamed PMOS: What the new name means and why it matters
PMOS is the new name for PCOS. Learn why the name changed, what it means, and how Mission Nutrition supports women’s hormonal and metabolic health.
Does it really matter how many meals you eat a day, and what time?
How often should you eat, and does meal timing matter? Mission Nutrition shares practical guidance to help you find an eating pattern that supports energy, digestion and wellbeing.
Worried about your child’s eating habits or body image? Start with the right support
Many parents want to support their child’s health and confidence but worry about saying the wrong thing or making food and body image concerns worse. Mission Nutrition can help parents, caregivers and children, to navigate these sensitive situations with care, compassion and practical guidance.
Omega-3 - are you getting enough?
Learn about omega-3 fats, the best NZ food sources, fish oil and algal oil supplements, and when to seek personalised advice from a Dietitian or Nutritionist.
Higher and lower carb vegetables
Ever wondered which vegetables are considered higher carb and which ones aren’t?
Why do you eat when you do?
There are many reasons why we eat when we do, and often, they have little to do with actual hunger. Since eating is essential to life, it naturally becomes habitual - sometimes to our benefit, but other times to our detriment. Understanding the patterns behind unhelpful eating and recognising the influences that drive them is the first step toward reshaping these habits and building a healthier relationship with food and your body.
Fibre - what's the low-down?
Find out the daily fibre recommendations for a healthy diet - use our chart to be sure you're getting enough, plus the best food sources to include in your diet to up your intake.
Midlife metabolism: what really changes for women after 40 (and what you can do about it)
Hormonal shifts, muscle decline and sleep disruption can all impact metabolism in midlife. Here’s what’s really happening - and practical, sustainable strategies to feel stronger and more in control.
A simple guide to magnesium
Magnesium is an essential mineral involved in hundreds of processes in the body, including muscle and nerve function, energy production, blood sugar regulation, heart rhythm, bone health and nervous system function. At Mission Nutrition, we can help you work out whether magnesium is relevant for you, which form may be appropriate, and what food and lifestyle foundations need attention first.
A simple guide to collagen
Collagen has become a popular supplement for skin, joints, hair, nails and healthy ageing, but it can be hard to know what is actually evidence-based and what is just clever marketing.
A simple guide to creatine
Learn about recommended creatine dosages, potential benefits, and considerations for incorporating supplementation into your routine.
What exactly is meant by a 'healthy gut' - and how do I get one?
Your digestive tract or 'gut' has a huge impact on your physical health and mood, and there are easy ways to look after it.
Working together alongside weight loss medication
For some people, weight loss medications can be a helpful tool. For others, they’re not the right fit. What matters most is that whatever approach you take supports your health in the long term.
With so much nutritional advice around – how do you know what you can trust?
The world is swimming with health and diet advice and a lot of it lacks evidence or expertise. So how do you know what to believe? Five questions you should ask of any piece of advice before following it.
Considering weight loss medication?
Whether you’re considering weight loss medications or already on them, we’re here to help you take care of your health and wellbeing - now and in the long term.
Look after your heart health
5 top tips to look after your overall health and reduce heart disease.