Natural health project

16/11/2025

Are you willing to lose weight at the cost of your Health?

My latest blog post is now live, exploring why some “healthy” diet foods may help with weight loss but not with long-term health, and why real, whole foods continue to make the biggest difference.

I’ve also included some simple tips to start adding more whole foods into your day without the overwhelm.

A closer look at why ultra-processed “diet foods” may promote weight loss but harm long-term health, and how a real-food, Mediterranean-style way of eating supports metabolism, hormones, gut health and chronic disease prevention — plus simple tips to start eating whole foods without the overwh...

12/11/2025

High blood pressure and high cholesterol often get treated like isolated problems, but they rarely show up on their own.

They’re usually signals of deeper, long-term metabolic stress, such as:
- Chronic stress,
- Poor blood sugar regulation,
- Insulin resistance
- Inflammation
- Day-to-day food patterns that quietly build over time.

These aren’t random.
They’re red flags asking us to look beneath the surface.

Instead of taking different pills for each condition, real change happens when you support the underlying drivers:

• stabilising blood sugar
• reducing sugar and UPFs
• choosing real, whole foods
• calming the stress response
• improving sleep
• gentle daily movement
• creating habits that support your metabolism, not fight against it

When you nourish the whole system, those “separate issues” often start improving together because they were never separate to begin with.

If you’re ready to follow an anti-inflammatory, whole-food lifestyle (without fads, extremes or restriction), that’s exactly what The Whole Health Revolution is all about!

Real food, Real habits, Real results.

DM me or vist the link in Bio to check out how this program, loved by many, can help you too! 💖

05/11/2025

Fasting can be a powerful tool for improving health when done the right way.

Research shows that fasting can support cell repair and longevity, enhance gut health, balance blood sugar levels, and even reduce inflammation, promoting healthy ageing.

🚨But it’s not for everyone, or every season of life.

If your stress levels are high and cortisol is elevated, fasting may actually work against you, leading to increased fatigue, cravings, and hormonal imbalance.

In those times, nourishing your body regularly may be more supportive than restricting food.

If you’re curious to try fasting, start gently. Start by making dinner your last meal. You automatically have 12+ hours of fasting before breakfast the next day!

If you want to take a bigger leap, the 16:8 approach (16 hours fasting, 8 hours eating) is a good place to begin.

Listen to your body: do you feel more energetic and focused, or tired and wired?

Your body will tell you what works best.

Remember, there’s no one-size-fits-all when it comes to nutrition.
What supports one person’s health might not suit another.

03/11/2025

Vitamin D is one of the most important nutrients for your whole-body health.

It supports:
💪 Strong muscles and bones
🧠 Brain and mood balance
🛡 A healthy immune system
❤️ Heart and metabolic health
😴 Better sleep and energy

☀️ For those of us here in New Zealand…
Now’s the time to make the most of the sunshine and top up your natural stores before winter returns!

Aim for 10–20 minutes of sun exposure to your face, arms, and legs (without sunscreen) between 10am–3 pm most days.

If you have medium to dark skin, you may need around 30–45 minutes for the same benefit.

❄️ If you’re in the Northern Hemisphere…
As daylight hours shorten, it becomes harder to make enough Vitamin D from sunlight alone.

This is the perfect time to consider supplementing, especially if you spend most of your day indoors or live in areas with limited winter sun.

🍳 Top up with food too:

-Oily fish, salmon, sardines, and mackerel
-Eggs (especially the yolks)
-Liver
-Fortified dairy or plant milks
-Mushrooms exposed to sunlight

02/11/2025

Are you tired of cutting carbs, counting calories, and following “what worked for her”?

It’s time for a program built on real food, real science, and real results.

Join others who are loving the food, the results, and having the full support of their coach every day.

DM me or visit https://www.naturalhealthproject.co.nz/weightlossprogram to book a free chat to see if it's the right fit for you 🤍

30/10/2025

🏆This is me 9 years ago!!!

This memory popped up of me the day before stepping on stage for my bodybuilding competition.

I still remember the excitement (and nerves!) like it was yesterday. I’m incredibly proud of what I achieved, and to go on and win that comp .

But little did I know how much my health would suffer afterwards.

At the time, I thought my constant exhaustion and pain were just part of the “grind.” I was pushing hard, eating clean, training twice a day… but my body was quietly breaking down.

I became very unwell and was later diagnosed with fibromyalgia.

Looking back, I now realise I was already in perimenopause and running on empty.

So why post this photo of the old me??? Well, it’s easy to scroll through social media and admire amazing physiques, but it’s important to remember that visible muscle tone or low body fat doesn’t always equal health.

Especially for women in their 40s and 50s, extreme dieting or overtraining can do more harm than good.

I still look back at that time fondly. The dedication, the discipline, the thrill of achieving a big goal.

But I’m even more grateful for what it led me to: a complete career change, a Bachelor of Natural Medicine, and a passion for helping others find real health from the inside out.

Everything we go through teaches us something.

Sometimes the toughest chapters end up guiding us exactly where we’re meant to be.

These days I put all of my focus on my online program The Whole Health Revolution, where I help you achieve your health goals - whether that's weight loss, muscle tone, or simply to feel better. I've got you.... and not with extreme dieting. The focus is on lifelong health and wellbeing.

DM me if you'd like to find out more 🤍💖

13/10/2025

When I was bodybuilding, creatine was a staple in my supplement routine.

Back then, I took it purely for muscle strength and recovery…

But what most people still don’t realise is that creatine isn’t just for athletes, it’s actually one of the most scientifically researched supplements in the world, and the benefits go far beyond the gym.

Newer research is showing incredible benefits for brain health, especially as we age:

• Supports cognitive function & memory
• Helps with mental clarity and processing speed
• May reduce mental fatigue in times of stress
• Can support mood and emotional resilience

Creatine isn’t just about building muscle… It’s about building longevity.

12/10/2025

🌸 MENOPAUSE! FREE COMMUNITY TALK 🌸

Are you getting Hot flushes? Sleepless nights? Mood swings?.. to name a few symptoms from the potentially long list of changing hormones!

Are you feeling like you’ve changed, and no one warned you this might happen?

You’re not alone.

Join Clinical Nutritionist & Naturopath Rachelle Turrell for a relaxed, informative evening at The Wellness Store Ōrewa, where we’ll talk honestly about:

✔ What’s really happening to your hormones
✔ Why you don’t feel like yourself
✔ Practical ways to ease symptoms naturally
✔ Empowerment, clarity, and a few laughs along the way!

📍 The Wellness Store, Ōrewa, 24 Hillary Square, Orewa. Auckand
🗓 Monday 10 November - 6pm
🎟 FREE! Registration essential

👉 Link to Eventbrite booking:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1809912800909?aff=oddtdtcreator

Otherwise, pop into The Wellness Store in Orewa, check out the amazing range of natural health products, and we can register you at the same time!

08/10/2025

🎉 The Whole Health Revolution Turns 6 Months Old Today! 🎉

Half a year ago, I launched this program with one mission: to create a space where members could finally find clarity, support, and long-term success without fads or confusion.

And today… I couldn’t be prouder.

In just six months, this community has grown and:

✨ Transformed habits
✨ Rewired mindsets
✨ Delivered real results
✨ Built confidence in every area of life

The best part is, I get to walk beside every single member. Tailoring their journey, cheering them on, and watching them prove to themselves just how powerful they really are 💪

This program has become more than I ever imagined… and it’s only just getting started.

💛 To every single member - thank you.

Thank you for trusting me with your journey.
Thank you for showing up for yourselves.
And thank you for spreading the word, inviting friends, and helping this movement grow faster than I ever imagined.

Your wins are why I do this.

Rachelle xx

Want to join us??

Use code FREEWEEK at: www.naturalhealthproject.co.nz/weightlossprogram

Try it for a week, cancel anytime, but I have a feeling you’ll want to stay 😉

01/10/2025

Are you getting the full benefit from those flaxseeds?

Not if you’re using them whole!

They pass straight through you untouched, meaning zero benefits.

Grind them fresh and you’ve got one of the most powerful foods for hormone balance, gut health, blood pressure and blood sugar control.

Want more practical, no-BS tips like this?

🌿 Join The Whole Health Revolution 1 week FREE with code FREEWEEK
Real food. Real support. Real results.

DM Me or Join today with the link below 🌹
www.naturalhealthproject.co.nz/weightlossprogram

30/09/2025

Are you confused about what to eat?

With so much conflicting crap on social media where everyone seems to be an expert, it’s no wonder so many people feel stuck. Maybe you’ve even been burnt in the past by diets that didn’t work.

That’s exactly why I designed The Whole Health Revolution. A program that actually works because it’s tailored to YOU.

We’re not all the same, and what works for one person won’t always work for another.

With over 20 years in health and wellness, and a registered Nutritionist & Naturopath, I’ve put my expertise into creating a program that’s realistic, sustainable, and supportive.

Say goodbye to fad diets that leave you feeling like you’ve failed, and hello to delicious food, accountability, and having a coach by your side every step of the way.

✨ Inside the program you’ll get:

-Weekly meal plans & recipes
-Live group coaching & check-ins
-Workouts for every level
-Private members forum & daily support
-Education resources & downloads

A community of women on the same journey

And before you join, I speak with every member personally to make sure it feels right for you.

👉 Ready to transform your health?

DM me, or visit my website to learn more