Mission Nutrition Blog

Smart swaps for summer

Something surprising you might not know about tonic water and low carb beer....plus, all things summer.

Avocado ice-creams

Avocados are the perfect base for super healthy desserts and treats for kids.

Vegan Burger Patties

If you’re after a meat-free meal or trying to have more plant-based food in your diet, try this delicious recipe for vegan burger patties that are easy to make and seriously YUM (yes, even for die-hard meat lovers!).

How many teas and coffees do you have in a day?

Have coffee, tea or green tea before bed? You need to check this out…

Light Lemon Cheesecake

Here’s a dessert to share that even your gluten-free friends can enjoy! This recipe is a light, healthier version of cheesecake and we guarantee it will go down a TREAT!

Smoothies - how much sugar is actually in there?

Buy smoothies or make your own?

Watch Claire Turnbull's interview on TVNZ Breakfast about the traps to avoid, how to get the balance right and how much protein you need after a workout....

So what’s the deal with Prebiotics?

Are these the same as probiotics? And how can they help me with my gut health?

You have probably heard of probiotics, but have you heard of the prebiotics? Your gut has several kilos of bacteria living inside it which is a really GOOD thing! 

Kiwis love their bread - but does it love us?

How many slices of bread are equivalent to one wrap? And what about a bagel? Plus....what you need to know about crumpets! Watch Claire Turnbull's interview on Breakfast below for some answers.

Chocolate Health Shake

A thick and creamy shake that is packed with goodness!

Carrot cake smoothie

This such a great smoothie, and so good for the whole family.

Great Greens Smoothie Recipe

This is a fabulous and easy way to get a couple of your daily greens in.

Red velvet smoothie

There are loads of cake recipes which have chocolate and beetroot in and they work well together, so why not try the same in a smoothie.  Tastes great!

Edamame and chickpea salad

Protein packed salad for your next lunch or dinner!

Healthy Habits

Struggle to keep healthy habits going? Find your willpower runs out by Thursday?  If you want to make changes that LAST without going on a restrictive diet check out these top tips in Claire Turnbull's TVNZ Breakfast interview.

Plus...see how many times she can talk about cups of tea in 3 mins - so British!

Chicken, corn and chickpea salad

This is one of the quickest, easiest throw-together lunches that I know – you can’t go wrong with this!

Power Oat Pancake

Try this delicious, nutritious, power packed pancake for your next breakfast!