Lucy Edwards - Nutrition and Natural Therapies

Lucy Edwards - Nutrition and Natural Therapies Nutritionist + Natural Health Practitioner helping real people feel better through practical, personalised nutrition. 20+ years’ experience. Kāpiti + online.

As one of New Zealand's leading nutritionists and health and wellness expert you can rest assured you are in good hands. With over 19 years experience, Lucy offers a range of in person and online consultations as well as workshops, retreats and quality supplements. She is also the author of the children's book about having a positive mindset. "The Grumbles" which you can purchase from her website.

Lucy has helped thousands of people reach their goals including many high profile clients including Shortland Street actors, international comedians and NZ Army instructors. By working with you to make practical adjustments to your diet and lifestyle, Lucy empowers you to manage and improve a myriad of health conditions. From anaemia to insomnia, allergies to depression, infertility to weight loss and more. Even if you are just wanting to optimise your health.

“I like to look at the person as a whole and work with them to achieve their health goals.”

Lucy is currently working out Seaview Wellness Centre in Paraparaumu Beach and she also regularly runs health workshops and retreats. Make sure you like and follow her page for updates. For more information or to make a booking please private message, or visit out website lucynutrition.co.nz

You don’t need to fully quit sugar to be healthy.We’re constantly being told another food is the problem.Sugar. Carbs. F...
30/08/2026

You don’t need to fully quit sugar to be healthy.

We’re constantly being told another food is the problem.

Sugar. Carbs. Fruit. Gluten. Fat.

And while regularly eating too much added sugar can absolutely affect your blood sugar, insulin, triglycerides, liver and long-term metabolic health, the answer isn’t to become frightened of food.

It’s to understand what sugar actually does in your body, so you can make better choices without another ridiculous set of food rules.

Whole fruit? Keep eating it. 🍓
Cake sometimes? Absolutely.

Build most of your diet around nourishing whole foods, protein, fibre, plants and foods you enjoy...and leave some room for being a human.

Because healthy eating isn’t about perfection.

Understand your body. Don’t fear food.
Work with your body, not against it. 💚

Your body is not the problem.We live in a world that constantly tells us we need fixing.Lose weight.Eat less.Cut the car...
28/08/2026

Your body is not the problem.

We live in a world that constantly tells us we need fixing.

Lose weight.
Eat less.
Cut the carbs.
Try this diet.
Buy this supplement.
Have more willpower.

After more than 20 years working in nutrition and natural health, I believe something very different.

Your body isn't something you need to fight.

Your body is incredibly intelligent. It is constantly working to keep you balanced, adapting to what you eat, how you move, how you sleep, your stress levels and the environment around you.

My job isn't to give you another set of impossible rules.

It's to help you understand your body, give you the tools and knowledge to support it, and help you make changes that actually fit your life.

Because good health shouldn't come from punishing yourself.

Work with your body, not against it. 💚

Lucy x

Photo credit: Self Reflections Studio

This is what it’s all about.Helping people feel more confident around food, understand what works for their body, and ma...
22/08/2026

This is what it’s all about.

Helping people feel more confident around food, understand what works for their body, and make changes that actually fit into real life.

No perfection. No miserable diets. Just practical, personalised nutrition and support.

If you’ve been thinking about getting some support of your own, I’m currently taking bookings for *new and returning clients* in Kāpiti and online.

📩 [email protected]

🍓 Spring Strawberry Overnight OatsA fresh, nourishing breakfast that can be prepared the night before, perfect for busy ...
21/08/2026

🍓 Spring Strawberry Overnight Oats

A fresh, nourishing breakfast that can be prepared the night before, perfect for busy spring mornings.

*Ingredients*
• ¼ cup fresh or frozen strawberries
• ¼ cup quick-cook oats
• 2 tbsp chia seeds
• ½ cup milk of choice
• 1 tbsp ground almonds
• 1 tbsp vanilla or plain protein powder, or collagen
• 1–2 tsp honey
• Sq**rt of fresh lemon juice

To make:
Mix everything together in a bowl or jar and refrigerate overnight. Stir in the morning and add another splash of milk if needed.

Top with yoghurt, sliced banana or fresh strawberries once they're in season.

Why I like it:
A lovely combination of protein, fibre, healthy fats, B vitamins, iron, vitamin C and plant-based omega-3s. The protein, fibre and healthy fats also help support steady energy and keep you satisfied throughout the morning.

Easy, nourishing and delicious. 🍓

Save this one to try later and let me know if you make it!

When did being human become something we’re embarrassed about?I was talking to a client recently who became emotional du...
19/08/2026

When did being human become something we’re embarrassed about?

I was talking to a client recently who became emotional during our appointment and immediately felt self-conscious about it.

And I said to her:

“Don’t you think it’s strange that we’re taught to hide two of the most human things about us, our bodily functions and our emotions?”

We apologise for crying.

We’re embarrassed to talk about our bowels.

We hide when we’re struggling.

We pretend periods, menopause, bloating, anxiety, grief and stress aren’t affecting us.

Yet these aren’t things we should be ashamed of.

They’re part of being human, and sometimes they’re important information about what’s going on in our bodies and our lives.

When I’m working with someone on their health, I don’t just want to know what they ate for breakfast.

I want them to feel safe enough to tell me what’s *actually* going on.

You can cry in my consultation room.

You can talk about poo. 😂

You can tell me you’re overwhelmed.

You’re allowed to be human here. 💚

16/08/2026

You eat pretty healthy… so why do you still feel exhausted?

Eating well is important, but sometimes fatigue isn't simply about whether your diet is “healthy.”

Here are a few things I might look at:

*Could your iron be low?*
Iron deficiency is particularly common in women and can contribute to fatigue, brain fog, poor concentration and feeling generally flat. And it's not only about how much iron you're eating, digestion and absorption matter too. Stomach acid, for example, plays a role in making iron available for absorption.

*Are you actually getting enough sleep?*
Sleep isn't wasted time. It's when your body does an enormous amount of repair and regulation. Melatonin, the hormone involved in our sleep-wake cycle, also has powerful antioxidant properties.

*Are you hydrated?*
Even mild dehydration can leave you feeling tired, headachy and less able to concentrate.

So if you're sitting at your desk at 3pm wondering why you could happily crawl underneath it for a nap… 😂 it might be worth looking at the bigger picture.

Because eating “healthy” doesn't automatically mean your body is getting everything it needs.

And that's exactly why I don't use a one-size-fits-all approach to nutrition.

If you're tired of feeling tired, get in touch and we can look at what's actually going on for you.

We hear a lot about “gut health”, but your gut microbiome is doing far more than simply helping you digest your food. 🌿T...
12/08/2026

We hear a lot about “gut health”, but your gut microbiome is doing far more than simply helping you digest your food. 🌿

The trillions of microorganisms living in your gut interact with your immune system, metabolism and digestion, and produce compounds involved in communication along the gut–brain axis.

And what you eat helps shape the environment they live in.

Different fibres, polyphenols and phytochemicals found in plant foods provide different substrates for your gut microbes, which is one reason I encourage variety, rather than obsessing over one particular “superfood.”

You don't need to suddenly eat perfectly or completely overhaul your diet.

Start small. Add a different vegetable to dinner. Try a new bean or lentil. Throw some herbs, berries, nuts or seeds into something you're already eating.

Your gut doesn't need perfection. It needs nourishment and variety.

And if your gut has been giving you signs that something isn't quite right; bloating, discomfort, irregular digestion or simply not feeling your best, I can help you look at the bigger picture and work out what your body needs.

📩 Get in touch to chat about a personalised nutrition consultation.





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