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.
Oaty Banana Pancakes
A super quick recipe without flour or added sugar. These pancakes make an easy breakfast or anytime snack.
'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.
High-Protein Veggie Frittatas
Quick and easy to make, these vegetable frittatas are fantastic to have on-hand for a high-protein snack or a healthy option to add to your main meals.
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.
Pumpkin and Walnut Cake
Amy really is presenting a winner here, this mouthwatering and delicious cake will be a hit in any household, and with a serving size of 12 there will always be the option to go back for another slice.
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.
No Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies
Choc chip cookies of any kind are usually a hit with the kids - but these are made without flour so we've even got the little people who can't eat gluten covered here!
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.
Herby Chickpea Fritters
We have recently been experimenting with different types of flours and our latest fav is chickpea or gram flour which is naturally gluten free too. These fritters are a quick and easy lunch, light dinner or great for entertaining!