Claire Turnbull

Claire Turnbull

Registered Nutritionist, BSc (Hons) Dietetics, Dip Pos Psyc

Claire trained as a Dietitian and fitness instructor in the UK and after working in the NHS for several years, moved to New Zealand in 2005. For several years Claire worked as a nutritionist at Diabetes New Zealand, taught fitness classes and did personal training in the community as well as working as a nutritionist for a professional rugby team. Claire has been part of the team here at Healthy Food Guide for over 12 years, as well as contributor to the magazine and representing Healthy Food Guide on TV, Radio and in print media, she works as part of our Workplace Wellbeingteam. In addition to her work with Healthy Food Guide, Claire is the owner and director of the private nutrition practice and corporate wellness company Mission Nutrition where she has a wonderful team of people working alongside her. She is a professional speaker, has published two best selling books with Penguin Random House, Lose Weight for Life and Feel Good for Life and she has also released a wellness diary called ‘It’s a beautiful day’.

By Claire Turnbull

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3 smart ways to trick yourself into drinking less alcohol

Whether you’re embarking on Dry-ish July or just trying to manage your mid-week...

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2 smart hacks to get your healthy habits back on track

Through lockdown it was super easy to pick and nibble, and enjoy more...

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How to avoid the winter blues

Your challenge: Head outside for a least 20 minutes every day The approaching winter...

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5 surprising health benefits of corn

A simple cob of corn is far more than just a tasty contribution...

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3 effective at-home workouts

10 mins with our very own Claire Turnbull sharing three effective at-home workouts...

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How to optimise your body clock

A challenge for you: Build and maintain a good sleep routine Just like brushing...

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5 clever ways to keep kids busy (and parents sane) during lockdown

Healthy Food Guide nutritionist and mum of two Claire Turnbull shares five great...

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3 simple habits to help you thrive in COVID-19 isolation

As people settle into at least four weeks of isolation, the reality of...

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How to drink coffee without it affecting your sleep

Healthy Food Guide nutritionist Claire Turnbull looks at the connection between coffee and...

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Boost your mood, the fun way!

A challenge for you: Try something new It's easy to get bogged down by...

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Is sushi a healthy lunch?

Q Is sushi a healthy option for lunch? I have it most days...

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Tastebud rehab

Love sweet or salty food? HFG nutritionist Claire Turnbull challenges you to rehabilitate...

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How to stop eating when you’re not hungry

When you are tired, emotional or bored, food can often fill the gap...

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Alcohol, caffeine and sleep

If you're looking for a better night's sleep, it's important to consider your...

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Downsizing your plate

How much we eat can be dependent on what we serve our food...

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How to eat mindfully

HFG nutritionist Claire Turnbull challenges you to eat mindfully so you take in...

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Your food environment

HFG nutritionist Claire Turnbull challenges you to create a food environment that promotes...

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Ask the experts: How bad are instant noodles for your health?

Q I have a teenage boy who almost lives off instant noodles. How...

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