Nurturing Life and Wellness

25/11/2025

🌶️ Spice Up Your Metabolism: Thermogenic Foods for Everyday Life🌿

Did you know some spices can gently boost your metabolism while adding amazing flavor to your meals? These thermogenic spices help your body burn a few extra calories and support fat metabolism naturally — without stimulants or over-the-counter supplements.

Here are some easy options to include in your daily routine:

🔥 Cayenne or chili powder – Contains capsaicin, which can increase energy expenditure and support fat oxidation. Add a pinch to soups, stews, or scrambled eggs.

🍋 Citrus zest (lemon, lime, orange) – Citrus flavonoids may help stimulate metabolism and improve satiety. Sprinkle over salads, roasted veggies, or morning oatmeal.

🌿 Ginger – Warming and digestive-friendly, ginger may slightly increase thermogenesis. Try fresh ginger in teas, smoothies, or stir-fries.

🧄 Garlic – Supports circulation and digestion, and may have minor thermogenic effects. Roast it, add to sauces, or stir into vegetables.

💚 Tips for daily use:

* Start small — these spices are potent!
* Combine flavors you love — thermogenic benefits + delicious meals.
* Pair with protein and fiber-rich foods for the best metabolic and satiety support.

✨ Remember: food alone won’t magically melt fat — but thermogenic spices can support a healthy metabolism as part of a balanced diet and lifestyle.

If you want personalised guidance on metabolism, weight management, and safe thermogenic strategies, I offer express 15- and 30-minute consults, online or face-to-face.

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21/11/2025

🌿 Struggling to Lose Weight Even After Changing Your Diet?

For many people, weight loss is not just about diet—even though nutrition is a key part of the process.

When someone has already made significant improvements but still finds progress slow or frustrating, I often introduce a targeted metabolic support formula to help during the initial stages of their weight-loss journey.

One of the favourites in my clinic is a natural formula designed to promote body fat metabolism and support satiety. It combines citrus and guarana extracts with Saccharomyces cerevisiae to help increase the body’s energy expenditure, support healthy weight management, and enhance feelings of fullness.

✨ But… it’s not for everyone.

Some people may have allergies, intolerances, or medication interactions that make this product unsuitable. For others, it may simply not be the right time—or the right tool—for their body’s needs.

If you’re trying to lose weight and diet alone isn’t giving you the results you hoped for, you’re welcome to book a Naturopathy Comprehensive Pack. We’ll do a thorough assessment and design a personalised plan to safely support your goals and metabolism.

💚 Your journey is unique—let’s make sure your plan is too.

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02/11/2025

🌿 Nutrition education: empowering you to take charge of your health 🍎🥦🥑

Nutrition isn’t just about calories or diets — it’s about understanding how food supports your energy, mood, hormones, and overall healing.

At Nurturing Life and Wellness, Nutrition Education is one of the most empowering parts of your care plan. It helps you understand why your food choices matter and how to make them work for your unique body and lifestyle.

💚 what you’ll learn:

✨ how food 🥕🍠🥗 affects inflammation, digestion, and mood
✨ how to build balanced, nourishing meals 🍛🥙
✨ how to read labels and make smart choices when shopping 🛒
✨ how nutrients support your specific health goals 🌰🥬

You’ll also receive a Nutrition Education Pack — a personalised resource with tailored food lists, meal ideas, and practical strategies to support your daily routine and long-term wellbeing.

This is not about restriction — it’s about awareness, confidence, and sustainable health. When you understand your body, every meal becomes an act of self-care. 🌸

If you’re ready to reconnect with your body through nourishing food, book your
Nutrition Education Consultation today:

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14/10/2025

🥑 Avocado Season in New Zealand: Embrace the Goodness🥑

Avocados are in peak season from October to March, offering a fresh and abundant supply of this creamy, nutrient-rich fruit. Whether you're looking to enhance your meals or enjoy a healthy snack, avocados are a versatile addition to your diet.

🥑Why Include Avocados in Your Diet?

Nutrient-Rich: Packed with healthy fats, fiber, and essential vitamins like E, K, and B6.
Heart-Healthy: Contain monounsaturated fats that support cardiovascular health.
Versatile: Perfect for salads, smoothies, sandwiches, and even desserts.
Sustainable: Locally grown in regions like the Bay of Plenty and Northland, supporting New Zealand agriculture.

🥑Creative Ways to Enjoy Avocados:

1. Classic Guacamole: Mash ripe avocado with lime juice, chopped onions, tomatoes, cilantro, and a pinch of salt for a refreshing dip.

2. Avocado Toast: Spread mashed avocado on whole-grain toast and top with a poached egg, cherry tomatoes, and a sprinkle of chili flakes.

3. Smoothies: Blend avocado with banana, spinach, almond milk, and a touch of honey for a creamy, nutrient-packed smoothie.

4. Salads: Add sliced avocado to mixed greens, grilled chicken, nuts, and a lemon vinaigrette for a satisfying salad.

5. Desserts: Use avocado as a base for chocolate mousse or dairy-free ice cream, offering a rich and creamy texture.

🥑Tips for Selecting and Storing Avocados:

Ripeness: Gently squeeze without applying your fingertips. If it yields to firm gentle pressure, it's ripe.
Storage: Store unripe avocados at room temperature. Once ripe, refrigerate to extend freshness.
Preparation: To prevent browning, sprinkle with lemon or lime juice after cutting.

🥑Supporting Local Growers

By choosing New Zealand-grown avocados, you're supporting local farmers and enjoying produce that's fresh and sustainably grown. Look for avocados labeled with the New Zealand Avocado logo to ensure quality and origin.

10/10/2025

🌸 Feeling the Heat of Menopause?🌸

If hot flushes are making your days (and nights!) uncomfortable, there are natural and evidence-based ways to find relief.

One example is Estrovera®, a professional herbal blend that has been shown to reduce hot flushes within 4 weeks for many women.

But this is just one of several options — and it’s not suitable for everyone without a proper assessment. Because our hormones, medications, and body chemistry are so unique, it’s important to do a thorough health evaluation before using any professional-grade formula.

✨ In a Comprehensive Naturopathy Consultation, I take time to understand your symptoms, test results, and personal health history before recommending safe and natural treatments — including practitioner-only options like Estrovera® when appropriate.

Let’s find the best way to help your body transition smoothly and naturally. 💚

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Integrative Naturopath and Clinical Nutritionist.

06/10/2025

🌿 Understanding Your Oral Microbiome 🌿

Your mouth is home to hundreds of microbial species, and the balance between them can influence oral and overall health 🧪.

🦷The Nutripath Oral Microbiome Mapping Test uses advanced metagenomic PCR technology rather than traditional culture methods.

Unlike traditional culture 🧫 tests, which only detect microbes that grow in a lab, PCR 🧬 testing can identify a broader range of bacteria and fungi.

🔬This test can provide important insights in conditions such as:

Jaw bone osteomyelitis
Chronic gum disease or periodontitis
Recurrent oral infections
Systemic conditions linked to oral bacteria

📦 Easy At-Home Collection – simple buccal swab kit delivered to your door
⏱ Results in 3–4 weeks once your sample is mailed back

👄By understanding your oral microbial profile, you and your practitioner can make targeted decisions to support both oral and systemic health.

🌿🩺 If you haven’t yet discussed this testing option with your naturopath, consider booking a Comprehensive Naturopathy Pack.

This allows us to review your medical history in detail and guide you in choosing the most appropriate testing option for your health.

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30/09/2025

🌸 Struggling with Hot Flushes, Weight Gain, or Brain Fog?

You're not alone — it could be perimenopause or menopause.

And you don’t have to suffer through it.

✅ Natural solutions
✅ In-person or Zoom consults
✅ Results that help you feel like yourself again

💚 Book your Naturopathy Comprehensive Pack

📍 In-person (Bayfair, Tauranga) or via Zoom

🕒 Only 5 packs available NEXT week — booking closes Friday!

👉 Tap "Get started " to reserve your spot.
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Integrative Naturopath and Clinical Nutritionist.

29/09/2025

🩸 Can a Hormone Blood Test Tell You If You're in Menopause or Perimenopause?🤔

Great question! The short answer is: it can help—but it’s not the full picture.
Here's what you need to know:

🌸 Perimenopause (the transition years before menopause) can start in your 40s—and your hormones can go up and down like a rollercoaster. That means a single blood test might show "normal" levels, even if you’re having symptoms like:

* Hot flashes
* Mood swings
* Sleep issues
* Irregular periods

So if your doctor says a hormone test isn’t helpful right now—it’s not that they’re brushing you off. It’s just that your symptoms and cycle history matter more than one lab result.

👩‍⚕️ What about menopause?

Once you’ve gone 12 months without a period, you’re likely in menopause. At that point, a high FSH (a hormone your brain makes) or low estrogen can help confirm it, especially if you're under 45 or had a hysterectomy.

💡 Some useful hormone tests:
✅ FSH – Often high in menopause
✅ Estrogen – Usually low in menopause
✅ AMH – Tells us about ovarian reserve, may help in early stages

❗ But again—these aren’t perfect, especially in perimenopause when levels bounce around a lot.

📣 Bottom line: If you’re in your 40s or 50s and noticing changes in your body, you’re not imagining things. Talk to your doctor. Also talk to Nurturing Life and Wellness. Wanessa can help you look at your testing options as well Integrative health treatments to support your overall health.

Blood tests can help in some cases, but your symptoms are just as important—if not more!

❤️ You're not alone in this. Knowledge is power!

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24/09/2025

💪 Boost Energy, Strength & Vitality – Naturally! 💪

Struggling with low energy, weight, mood, or libido?

Take control with our Comprehensive Naturopathy Pack – tailored for men’s total health. 🌿

✨ What’s Inside:

✅ Personalized health & weight support
✅ Hormonal, prostate & heart health focus
✅ Mental wellness & stress relief strategies
✅ Functional testing options (hormones, gut, nutrients & more)

💳 Just $68.75 x 4 with AfterPay

⚡ Limited spots – early mornings, Saturdays & select evenings

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Integrative Naturopath and Clinical Nutritionist.

19/09/2025

🌸 Hot Flushes? Weight Gain? Pelvic Pain?🌸
You’re not alone—and you don’t have to just “live with it.”

Menopause and perimenopause can bring challenges like:

🔥 Hot flushes & night sweats
⚖️ Stubborn weight gain
💫 Low energy & pelvic discomfort

But the good news is… there are natural ways to support your body!

✨ With the Naturopathy Comprehensive Pack you’ll get:

✔️ Personalised, holistic advice tailored to YOUR needs
✔️ Support that works alongside HRT or natural approaches
✔️ Flexible sessions—online via Zoom or in-person (Bayfair, Tauranga)

⚡ Limited spots available – Saturdays early mornings & select evenings.

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🌿 Take control of your hormones naturally.

💖 Feel lighter, calmer, and more like yourself again.

Looking for natural treatments tailored to your unique health needs? Our personalized naturopathic services focus on restoring balance and optimizing well-being using evidence-based, natural solutions. We specialize in heart disease, high cholesterol, IBS, menopause symptoms, allergies, and more. Wi...

10/09/2025

🥕🌱 In Season Now: Beetroot & Leeks – Nourishment for Body and Mind 🌱🥕

Did you know that some of the best ways to support your health is to eat with the seasons? Right now in New Zealand, beetroot and leeks are fresh, affordable, and packed with goodness. 💚

✨ Beetroot

* Rich in folate, iron, magnesium and antioxidants – great for energy and circulation.
Supports liver detox pathways and healthy blood pressure.
* Emotionally, beetroot is grounding. Its deep red colour has long been linked with strength, vitality, and reconnecting with your inner energy.

✨ Leeks

* High in vitamin K, vitamin C, manganese and prebiotic fibre – wonderful for digestion and gut microbiome balance.
* Gentle support for the immune system and cardiovascular health.
* Emotionally, leeks have a “cleansing” quality, often linked with releasing heaviness and supporting clarity of thought.

💡 Who should be cautious?

* People with histamine intolerance or who are prone to strong digestive reactions may need to limit leeks.
* Those with kidney stones(particularly oxalate stones) should moderate beetroot intake.
* If you’re on blood-thinning medication, be mindful with large amounts of vitamin K–rich foods like leeks.

🌿 Eating seasonally not only nourishes the body but also aligns us with nature’s rhythm — giving us exactly what we need, when we need it.

👉 How do you like to enjoy beetroot and leeks? Roasted? In soups? Share your favourite recipes below! 🍲

27/08/2025

🌿 Does your gut ever feel like it’s running the show instead of you?🌿

Bloating after meals…

That heavy, uncomfortable feeling that never really goes away…
Or the uncertainty of not knowing which foods will trigger your symptoms.

You’re not alone — so many people quietly live with digestive struggles, thinking it’s “just normal.” But it doesn’t have to be this way.

✨ Imagine feeling light, comfortable, and confident after eating.
✨ Imagine enjoying food again without the constant worry.
✨ Imagine getting to the root of what your body is really trying to tell you.

That’s where a naturopathic approach can help — looking deeper at digestion, food triggers, stress, and balance in the whole body, not just the symptoms.

💚 If you’ve been searching for a gentler, natural way to support your gut health, I’d love to walk alongside you in that journey.

👉 Online sessions available, so you can start from the comfort of your own home.

📩 Would you like to know more?
Text your email to 02102289849 and I’ll send you the details. Limited spaces available.

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