Katrina Pace

Katrina has over 25 years-experience as a dietitian, both in the United Kingdom and New Zealand. Before joining the Healthy Food Guide team she worked for both Auckland and Waitemata District Health Boards. Drawing on her experience working alongside the gastroenterologists, Katrina is the HFG resident gut bacteria nerd and digestion expert including advice on low FODMAPs and coeliac disease. When not writing features and the shopping section for HFG, Katrina works with wellness businesses.

By Katrina Pace

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Buy better: Choosing chicken

Chicken is a hugely popular protein. Here are some tips on how to...

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Portion distortion: Ice cream

It feels like bought ice creams are huge sometimes. HFG finds out which...

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Smart swaps: Heart Health

Maintaining heart health isn’t all about cutting foods out. Adding soy protein, such...

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A guide to fish oil supplements

Does your desire to maintain brain, joint and heart health have you reaching...

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7 diet tweaks to help reflux

Heartburn and reflux can be an unpleasant way to finish a meal and...

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How much saturated fat is in that yoghurt

Choosing a yoghurt that’s lower in saturated fat is better for heart health....

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Guide to choosing beef

Different cuts of meat have different nutritional values, cooking requirements and costs. Here’s...

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Smart swaps: Vegan

Following a vegan diet means paying closer attention to labels and looking for...

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Portion distortion: Vege serves

What is the difference between your recommended fruit and vege serves and what...

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How much fibre is in that rice?

Fibre is so important for our health, we need to optimise our intake....

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A guide to iron

Having enough iron is important for energy levels, brain function and more. Dietitian...

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How much sodium is in those crackers

Crackers are a convenient snack, but can be high in salt. Which options...

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A guide to vitamin C supplements

Often touted as immune system super-boosters, vitamin C supplements are put to the...

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Smart swaps: Gluten free

Simple gluten-free swaps to ensure you can still enjoy your favourite foods. There...

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How to choose: Ready meals

Convenient they may be, but how do ready meals stack up nutrition-wise? Healthy...

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How much salt is in your kids’ day?

It’s easy for sodium to build up over a day. Dietitian Katrina Pace...

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How to make the most of probiotics

We know probiotics are good for gut health and beyond, but what we...

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How to choose winter soup

Packaged or canned soup is a convenient comfort food. Which ones are as...

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