Rose Carr

Rose is a registered nutritionist with a BSc and an MSc (Hons) in Human Nutrition. Prior to retraining she had a successful career in marketing ‘fast-moving consumer goods’ – that’s ‘grocery products’ to the rest of us – before making the change to nutrition. Rose has since worked in a private nutrition clinic, lectured at Massey University, and undertaken project work for the New Zealand Nutrition Foundation.

By Rose Carr

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What your body is trying to tell you: Body signs you shouldn’t ignore

HFG senior nutritionist Rose Carr delves into some of the ways our bodies...

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Science update: Omega-3 and omega-6 fats

HFG Senior nutritionist Rose Carr looks at interesting research on essential fats. Know your...

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Science update: Iodine – the brain mineral

New Zealanders are at serious risk of iodine deficiency. HFG senior nutritionist Rose...

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HFG guide to chips and crisps

Nutritionist Rose Carr investigates what goes into our chip and crisp packets. Sorry, we...

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What does ‘natural’ mean?

What does 'natural' really mean when used on processed and packaged foods? If you...

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How to choose milk

We guide you through the milk aisle of the supermarket to help you...

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HFG guide to canned tuna

Nutritionist Rose Carr investigates what’s on offer when it comes to this popular...

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Everyday shopping: Spreads

A guide through the wide variety of spreads on the market. A brief history...

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Measuring heart health

Part 2 of the 3-part series on measuring your health. While there is still...

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Foods to boost vitamin E

How much?The suggested dietary target (SDT) each day for vitamin E intake is...

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Why do vegetarians need more protein?

Vegetarians have higher protein requirements because plant proteins are not as well digested...

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Make over your pantry

How to make sure you always have healthy ingredients on hand that you're...

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The science of future food

Manufacturers are always working on improving their products, making food healthier, more convenient,...

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Athletes need more protein

Most Kiwis get enough protein in their diets, but how much more do...

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Which cheese is the healthiest?

Nutritionist Rose Carr has a guide to which of the array of cheeses...

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Why rice is healthy, and which types you should eat

Rice is one of the world's staple foods. We look at why rice...

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Foods to boost potassium

How much?The recommended dietary intake (RDI) per day for potassium:Women 2800mgMen 3800mgWhy we...

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Types of oils

Your guide to the different types of oils available, their health benefits, and...

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