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30/10/2026

Our Peanut Slab Slice 🥜

An incredibly moreish recipe from our Feel Good Formula meal plan.

Chewy dates, lightly toasted peanuts, coconut and cocoa, finished with a generous layer of dark chocolate. Think homemade wholefood peanut slab!

𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗣𝗲𝗮𝗻𝘂𝘁 𝗦𝗹𝗮𝗯 𝗦𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗲 🥜

𝗜𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀

- 2 cups pitted dates
- 1 cup raw peanuts, lightly toasted
- ½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 200g dark chocolate, chopped

𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀

1. Line a square baking tin with baking paper.
2. Lightly toast the peanuts in a dry pan or in the oven until golden and fragrant.
3. Add the peanuts, dates, coconut and cocoa powder to a food processor.
4. Pulse until the mixture comes together into a thick, sticky consistency, with little pieces of peanut remaining for crunch.
5. Transfer to your prepared tin and press firmly into an even layer.
6. Melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over a saucepan of gently simmering water, stirring until smooth.
7. Pour over the date mixture and spread evenly.
8. Refrigerate for 1–2 hours, or until the chocolate has completely set.
9. Slice into squares and keep refrigerated. Enjoy!

Find the full 28-Day Meal Plan here: https://www.thenutritionclinichb.co.nz/feel-good-formula

29/10/2026

4 Weeks Until Summer! ☀️

The Feel Good Formula
28 Days. 5 Rules.

✓ Follow the 5 Rules – simple, sustainable guidelines for eating, movement & lifestyle

✓ Meal Plan & Prep – 28 days of high-protein, wholefood meals with done for you shopping lists and Sunday meal prep guides.

✓ Strength Training – 3× per week, at-home workouts with trainer Lauren Jenner

We start Monday. Are you joining us?

{Comment “GOOD” for the program!}

28/10/2026

Kiwifruit contains serotonin, antioxidants and folate, alongside fibre and other plant compounds that may contribute to its potential sleep benefits.

In a small study of adults with sleep difficulties, eating two kiwifruit one hour before bed for four weeks was associated with a 35.4% reduction in the time taken to fall asleep and a 13.4% increase in total sleep time.

We’ve seen this firsthand in clinical practice - try it tonight and let us know how you get on in the comments! 🥝

PMID: 21669584.

21/10/2026

So much is happening inside our gut that we can’t see or feel directly.

Akkermansia muciniphila is one little gut bacterium we’ve been seeing come up low in our Complete Microbiome Map (CMM) testing lately. And the science behind it is fascinating!

Unlike many gut bacteria that use dietary fibre as their fuel, Akkermansia feeds on mucin, a key component of our gut’s protective mucus layer.

As Akkermansia breaks down mucin, it produces compounds that other gut bacteria can use. Essentially, one microbe is helping feed another (cool huh!)

Akkermansia has also been linked to the health of our gut lining - which is vital for nutrient absorption and maintaining the protective barrier between our gut and bloodstream. When this barrier becomes compromised (often referred to as “leaky gut”), it may contribute to inflammation and altered immune responses, with implications for conditions such as allergies and certain food sensitivities.

Akkermansia also plays a role in our metabolic health, including how effectively our bodies respond to insulin and regulate blood sugar.

When we’re investigating digestive symptoms or concerns around weight management, we’re not just looking at the symptoms. We’re looking at why they might be happening.

Our Complete Microbiome Map (CMM) gives us an in-depth look at the gut ecosystem, including beneficial bacteria, potentially harmful microbes, parasites and other markers of gut health.

𝗪𝗲’𝘃𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝗹𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗱𝗲𝗲𝗽𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗯𝗹𝗼𝗴: 𝗔𝗸𝗸𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗮 𝗺𝘂𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗽𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗮: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝘂𝘁 𝗕𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝘂𝗺 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝗞𝗻𝗼𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁. https://www.thenutritionclinichb.co.nz/recipes-and-blog/akkermansia

We offer CMM testing throughout New Zealand.

13/10/2026

𝗙𝘂𝗻 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝘁: 𝗕𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗻𝘂𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝘆.

I’ve had 3 babies, and not once was I told to continue taking my supplementation beyond birth.

But birth is not the end of the increased nutrient demand, and for many women it’s actually the beginning of another incredibly nutrient-demanding chapter: Breastfeeding.

You’ve just grown an entire human, your body has gone through pregnancy and birth, you’re recovering, you’re producing breast milk around the clock and you’re providing your baby with a daily supply of nutrients that have to come from somewhere.

And for some nutrients, the demand is higher during breastfeeding than it was during pregnancy.

𝗟𝗲𝘁’𝘀 𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗮𝘁 𝗮 𝗳𝗲𝘄 𝗻𝘂𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗱𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗯𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴.

Iodine: Your baby’s brain and thyroid are developing at an incredible rate, and iodine is needed to make the thyroid hormones that help drive that development.

Choline: Critical during this period of brain development, helping with cell membranes & neurotransmitters. Your needs increase during breastfeeding.

B12: Supports your baby’s rapidly developing nervous system & the production of healthy red blood cells.

Zinc: Supports growth, development & immune function.

Selenium: Vital for thyroid function & protects cells from oxidative stress.

DHA: Incredibly important for your baby’s developing brain & eyes.

And then there’s you. Your body needs adequate nutrition to support your own thyroid function, energy levels, mood, immune system, bones and recovery, too.

𝗗𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗺𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝘀𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝗸𝗲𝗲𝗽 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗮𝗹?

Not necessarily.

Nutritional needs change across the entire journey of pregnancy, birth, recovery and breastfeeding.

The right formulation depends on your diet, individual nutrient needs, and some nutrients require particular care to avoid excessive intake.

Book a Practitioner Prescription Consultation with our team to have your diet + nutrient needs assessed, and your supplementation tailored to you.

12/10/2026

On the Simple. Menu this week!

Get this week’s recipes for FREE: https://www.thenutritionclinichb.co.nz/meal-plan-subscription

10/10/2026

Take a look inside most lunchboxes and you’ll find an assortment of packaged snacks - muesli bars, flavoured yoghurts, crackers, fruit straps, biscuits and chips.

These ultra-processed foods have become the norm, but we see firsthand how these choices leave kids feeling irritable, unfocused, and far from their best selves. They’re packed with refined sugars, vegetable oils, and additives linked to mood swings, behavioural issues, skin problems, and gut health concerns.

We know life is busy, and mornings are rushed - but what we feed our kids matters. These foods aren’t just filling the gaps; they’re shaping their energy, focus, and well-being.

𝗪𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗱𝗼 𝗯𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿.

That’s why we’ve created 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙒𝙝𝙤𝙡𝙚𝙛𝙤𝙤𝙙 𝙇𝙪𝙣𝙘𝙝𝙗𝙤𝙭.

The Wholefood Lunchbox is a practical guide and recipe collection to help you pack nutrient-dense, wholefood lunches that keep your kids full, focused, and thriving.

Inside, you’ll find 21 of our most-loved recipes - quick, simple, and ideal for busy families who want to swap processed snacks for real food.

We’ve even included our guide to food additives to ensure you’ll feel confident knowing exactly what’s in the foods your kids are eating.

Grab your copy now! https://www.thenutritionclinichb.co.nz/healthprogramsandebooks/p/thewholefoodlunchbox

08/10/2026

𝗪𝗲’𝗿𝗲 𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗲𝘅𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀 - 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗡𝘂𝘁𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗰 𝗶𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗛𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗸 𝗡𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵! 📍

We’ve been looking for the right space to expand our clinic services, and we’re so pleased to now be offering appointments in Havelock North alongside our Ahuriri clinic.

If you’re based in Havelock North, CHB or the surrounding areas, you’ll now be able to access our nutrition services a little closer to home.

𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀

Our practitioners are experienced across all areas of Nutritional Medicine, with particular specialist areas including:

Female Hormonal Health - menopause, PMS, PMOS, endometriosis, puberty, fertility, pregnancy & postnatal care

Digestive Disorders - IBS, IBD, bloating, diarrhoea, constipation & food intolerance

Nervous System Health - stress, anxiety, fatigue & insomnia

Holistic Weight Management

We’re also recognised as one of New Zealand’s leading functional testing clinics - with access to advanced testing to investigate hormones, gut health, nutrient status and other underlying factors that may be contributing to symptoms.

𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗻, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘄𝗲’𝗱 𝗹𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗛𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗸 𝗡𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝘀𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲!

https://the-nutrition-clinic.au3.cliniko.com/bookings

05/10/2026

𝗢𝗻 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗹𝗼𝗴 ~ 𝗜𝗿𝗼𝗻: 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗡𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝘀𝗻’𝘁 𝗚𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗘𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵.

Iron is having its time in the spotlight right now - and for good reason.

Too many of us have been told our tiredness and anxiety are just stress, or reassured that our blood tests are normal, so everything’s fine.

But often, we’re not fine at all.

Iron deficiency doesn’t just drain your energy - it quietly disrupts your mood, hormones, immunity, and long-term health.

You can be sitting comfortably in the “normal” lab range and still be running on empty.

𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝘂𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗹𝗼𝗴 𝗻𝗼𝘄.

https://www.thenutritionclinichb.co.nz/recipes-and-blog/iron

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