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Nutrition is so much more than weight loss. We want to help you look and feel the best you can without fad diets or giving up foods you enjoy! We believe that health is your best investment, not an expense! 

Meet our expert team

Annelies Grimshaw

DIRECTOR AND REGISTERED NUTRITIONIST

  • Bachelor of Human Nutrition and Sports and Exercise Science (Massey University)
  • ISAK Level 2 (AUT)

Annelies has been working in the Nutrition and Fitness Industry for over 15 years now. Annelies is extremely passionate about helping others see the benefit of eating nutritious food and how small changes can make a difference to your well-being and lifestyle. Annelies believes in a sustainable approach where she works with you to create healthy habits, rather than restrictions and fad diets. Nutrition advice is ever-evolving so Annelies enjoys keeping up to date with the most recent research and clinical approaches to help you get the results you are looking for.

Annelies has a keen interest and vast experience in hormonal health with men and women. Annelies has a functional approach where she looks at your life and health as whole rather than thinking only of your symptoms and diagnosis. 

Annelies can help you with:

  • Hormonal Health/ Testosterone in men/ hormonal balance in women 
  • Body Fat Loss 
  • Muscle gain 
  • Dietary Requirements (e.g carnivore, vegan, gluten/ dairy free) 
  • Fertility
  • Concussions/ Head Injuries 
  • Fatigue
  • Other health issues (e.g diabetes, cholesterol, blood pressure, PCOS, endometriosis, etc) 

Come see Annelies when you are done with diets and are ready to achieve your health goals in the most sustainable and realistic way.

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Jess Wharton

REGISTERED CLINICAL NUTRITIONIST
FUNCTIONAL GUT HEALTH NUTRITIONIST

  • Adv Dip Nut. (Wellpark College of Natural Therapies)
  • Cert. Functional Mycology (HPN)
  • Southern Cross Affiliated
  • Nutrition Blog writer for NZ Weddings Magazine

 

Jess is a Registered Clinical Nutritionist, who graduated from Wellpark College of Natural Therapies in 2018 and specialises in gut health and chronic disease.

Jess’s approach is to take care of the whole person in a holistic way, particularly paying close attention to diet and lifestyle, connecting the mind, body, and spirit. 

Jess believes, without incorporating lifestyle changes, diet will not work to heal one’s gut microbiome. “The havoc that stress plays on the body, including; high levels of worry, lack of sleep, over or under eating, no exercise or over-exercising can cause high levels of inflammation which triggers the disease process which typically manifests wherever your genetic weakness lies”. 

Jess’s approach is not about prescribing fad diets or calorie counting, rather her aim is to educate clients on how to nourish their bodies with whole foods that are as close to their natural state as possible.

Alongside this holistic approach, another one of Jess’s specialties is incorporating functional medicine and testing to help rebalance the body’s biochemistry and gut microbiome. Jess’s approach is to utilise the results from functional testing to ensure she gets to the root of each client’s gut health concerns and implements the correct protocols to achieve optimal health and longevity. 

Jess specialises in

  • IBS – gut pain, bloating, wind, irregular bowel motions
  • Indigestion/Reflux
  • IBD – Crohn’s/Colitis 
  • SIBO
  • Autoimmune diseases e.g rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, lupus, psoriasis, graves, Hashimotos, chronic fatigue syndrome, etc. 
  • Mental well-being – mood, depression, anxiety 
  • Gut/ Brain axis 
  • Chronic Diseases e.g diabetes, high blood pressure/ cholesterol, cardiovascular diseases, etc
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Nicole Smith

Qualified Sports Nutritionist

  • Bachelor of Sport and Recreation
  • Post Graduate Diploma in Science, majoring in Human Nutrition
  • CF-L1

 

Nicole Smith is a Qualified Nutritionist, graduated from Massey University and specialises in Sports nutrition. An athlete herself, Nicole lives the athlete life competing in CrossFit and field hockey.  Nicole’s understanding of functional exercise, sport, nutrition and balancing both performance and health has helped her clients achieve their goals and improve their quality of life. Nicole’s work stems from mums, to regional athletes, to dads and beyond. Nicole seeks to inspire those interested in the health and fitness industry who have the desire, like herself, to achieve their health and fitness goals, performance goals, and to optimise their overall wellbeing.

Diagnosed in 2007 with Crohn’s Disease, Nicole also takes pride in helping those who also suffer from gut disease, alongside Jess Wharton. 

Nicole specialises in:

  • High-performance athletes 
  • Recovery protocols 
  • Pre and post nutrition 
  • Fat loss
  • Muscle gain
  • Energy balancing
  • Digestive issues – Crohn’s
  • Mental clarity
  • Meal balancing 
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Testimonials

Don't just take it from us

My 16 year old daughter has been suffering with a multitude of illnesses for the past 4 years. The issues starting with the severe cramps and frequent bouts of either constipation or diarrhoea. After specialist visits to hospitals, paediatricians and changes in doctors for fresh perspectives we were none the wiser in terms of prognosis and treatment. The only answer we were given is to go gluten free, maybe IBS. Over time I watched my daughter become lethargic, depressed and suffer from aching bones, crippling stomach cramps, severe weight loss, poor circulation and most days too tired to get out of bed. We reached out to Jess from Key Nutrition in hopes she had some answers. Jess spent hours with my daughter linking the symptoms. My daughter commented about how it was the first time she felt someone was listening to her and actually hearing what she had to say. After a thorough consultation, Jess gave her a workable, achievable plan. What a difference only one month made. My daughter now has energy and appetite. She has felt hungry for the first time in months. Food no longer makes her feel “sad” and as a mother, I finally feel like I am getting my daughter back. We still have a long road to go but Jess’s support, my daughter and I feel SOOO much better. I can’t thank Jess enough.
Breahn RedmondIBS, Fatigue, Depression
Jess has been a game charger for my Ulcerative Colitis management. I’ve had UC for over 10yrs and during the time have worked with a range of different health professionals but I’ve never had the care, understanding and input that Jess has given me in such a short time. She has an incredible way of making you feel instantly comfortable, listened to and explains information in a way that’s easy to understand and follow. Jess helped me during a really bad flare of my UC and has put together a great plan for me to follow with some really yummy recipes, good supplements and lifestyle changes. I can’t recommend Jess more, she’s is a wealth of knowledge - your body will thank you for connecting with her!
Hayley BrownInflammatory Bowel Disease
Realistic approach to nutrition and meal plans. Worked with me to find a happy balance that was right for me. As a Crohn’s sufferer it was great to learn how diet could improve my bowel health and complement other medicinal efforts. A great support!
Jessica RensenOperations Manager, Crohn’s Disease
With your help I lost 8kg in the end and ended up feeling sooooooo great on my Wedding day!! Your information has been so incredibly helpful. I am back on track now after the hectic festive season, I feel so much better healthy eating and reducing inflammation, you have been a game changer for me and I’m so grateful.I think I’m on track at the moment and looking forward to feeling my best again, but I will let you know if I need another meeting!Thanks so much for everything I really appreciate it.
Emma Kippenberger
I am a Crohn’s disease patient, and after a year of various medication and a surgery, I was still having symptoms of IBD. Although the medications and surgery were necessary, a different approach was required post-surgery to give me a better quality of life and to remove my reliance on medication. Jess talked with me about my symptoms and advised a diet that cut out foods that were likely causing problems for me, while prescribing various vitamins and supplements to address other issues I was having in a holistic manner, with many follow up sessions to adjust the plan as we went. This approach immediately stopped the symptoms that I knew I was having - stomach problems, eczema and headaches, while also addressing some that she suggested I might be experiencing that I didn’t know - mood and sleeping issues. Jess helped me with moving into remission and forming a plan to manage myself and and gave me the skills to be independent about my health and I cannot thank her enough.
Josh LaloliCrohn's patient
The team at Key Nutrition are absolutely fantastic! They are really supportive and worked really closely with me to help me achieve a balanced, nutritious lifestyle. I have learnt some really valuable information from Annelies and I am able to carry on using this in my everyday life. Thanks Annelies!
Louise MaioAirport Staff Member, Balanced Lifestyle
I would recommend her to anyone struggling or just wanting some knowledge for a healthy happy future. For over three years I have been bulimic and I didn’t see a way out, it all seemed so hard. I knew I was hurting my body, I hadn’t had a period in two years! and my mental health was in dir need of a helping hand. On seeing an add about the hormone Dutch test offered by Key Nutrition I took the first step in realising I need to help myself. From the get go Annelies was super supportive and understanding, her calm kind nature came across every time we spoke. I went from having a bad relationship with food , hormone problems, gut problems, sleeping problems and being overstressed to no problems at all and a healthy relationship with food in just three months ! All thanks to her. I will forever have healthy habits and it all comes down to my time with Annelies. I would recommend her to anyone struggling or just wanting some knowledge for a healthy happy future.
Jasmine HopeNavy, Balanced Lifestyle, Hormonal Balance and Weight Loss
Whatever your goals, I highly recommend getting support from Annelies to get there. Life gets busy and sometimes you just need a little support. I am a vegetarian who used to love going to the gym and I always try to eat healthy. That being said, life got busy and my health routine truly went out the window. I was not finding/making the time to work out as much and felt guilty/lazy for it, was constantly tired and started stressing out about food (what to eat, getting enough protein, portion control). Annelies helped me focus on small yet achievable goals based on where I was at in my life, and I went from getting my nutrition back on track (it is all about the Sunday meal prep!) to getting myself back into a workout routine. I have found my balance back (lost body fat and increase muscle mass in the process) and cannot thank Annelies enough for all the support. She is knowledgeable, provides practical advice (not unrealistic fad diet stuff), is non-judgmental yet she keeps you in check. Whatever your goals, I highly recommend getting support from Annelies to get there.
Lise DovilProcurement Manager, Balanced Lifestyle, Fat loss, Muscle Gain
It’s safe to say this will be a long term lifestyle change of no longer eating these types of foods and hopefully to a life with less concerns about my skin. I’ve been working with Annelies recently as I’ve had problems with hormonal acne. After being on the 6 week skin nutrition programme aand it’s safe to say that the programme has been better than expected and I know for a fact that cutting out gluten, dairy and sugar has helped IMMENSELY! My skin is clearing up and there has been a reduction in the amount of new acne forming. I have tried literally EVERYTHING to get my skin under control, including trying to figure out my own nutrition requirements, but nothing works like going to a professional for help. It’s safe to say this will be a long term lifestyle change of no longer eating these types of foods and hopefully to a life with less concerns about my skin.
Casey BrahneResearch Analyst, Hormonal Acne
I have walked away with a fabulous recipe book, a few kilos lighter. I couldn’t recommend her enough to people. I’m so pleased I found Annelies!! She has helped me get on track and stay on track. Within 1 week, I had more energy and had noticed my clothes were getting looser. I love the meals and even my kids ate most of them. We still use the meal plans now even after the 12 week plan. She really gets that life happens and sometimes you just need to for with it, as long as you get back on track sooner rather than later. I have walked away with a fabulous recipe book, a few kilos lighter.I couldn’t recommend her enough to people.
Sarah LittleOffice Admin, Fat loss/ Balanced Lifestyle
I would not hesitate to recommend Annelies to any of my friends! I sought advice from Annelies to make sure that I was getting all of the nutrition I needed being fully plant based as well as support to help me continue to loose some excess weight. Annelies was funny, warm, friendly and most of all so knowledgeable. She made it so easy to make small changes to my food intake that kept in line with my busy lifestyle and showing support when I had an ‘off the rail’ weekend. I had been to see non qualified nutritionists in the past through gyms etc I visited and Annelies is on another level, I have so many recipes and have come away with a wealth of knowledge. At the moment I feel confident enough to keep up with what I am doing without regular check ins however, if I get stuck in a rut or need more support I would not even hesitate to start up consistent sessions with Annelies again! I would not hesitate to recommend Annelies to any of my friends and family and stress the importance of seeing someone who is qualified and passionate. thanks Annelies for helping me continue on my path to happiness in my own skin!
Frankie BuckmanSchool Teacher, Balanced Lifestyle
I will absolutely consult you again in the future and recommend you to friends. I really liked how you took the time to get to know me and what my life looked like in order to recommend a menu plan that would work. You seemed very approachable which made it really easy to talk to you about what I struggle with in regards to nutrition. You showed understanding, no judgement, and acknowledged individual difference and grey areas (as opposed to just having one right or wrong approach). I think the trust you build is important to encourage honest conversations with your clients about nutrition because it can be confronting and feel vulnerable to open up about what you don’t like about yourself (e.g. eating habits, weight). I will absolutely consult you again in the future and recommend you to friends. I really like that you seek feedback and incorporate it into what you do (e.g. the menu plan adjustments you were telling me about)loss and Muscle Gain.
Tina AudhemOffice, Fat Loss
Significant benefits on not only my lifestyle but also around my sporting performance. I was treated by the Key Nutrition team for a number of months and her work with me had a significant benefits on not only my lifestyle but also around my sporting performance. I feel very lucky to have had Miss Grimshaw as my nutritionist whilst I was in Auckland, Annelies made my life a lot easier by constructing an incredibly helpful dietary plan which was tailored to my needs and requirements as well as my goals. This was filled with information but it was broken down into concise daily chunks which were incredibly easy to absorb. I was also lucky enough to be given quality advice as to which supplements I should be taking to recover properly which had great results. All of the above has enabled me to learn considerably more about nutrition in general which I have found particularly interesting and I can’t thank Annelies enough for this.
Rafe YewdallProfessional Rugby Player, Sports Nutrition
Highly recommend the Key Nutrition team as a diet guide! Thought I might benefit from the guidance and support a qualified nutritionist can give… really want to sort my auto immune disease with an anti-inflammatory diet at the same time making sure I am getting all the necessary fuel to lead a super active life. Highly recommend the Key Nutrition team as a diet guide! She has helped me control some of my Rheumatoid Arthritis symptoms via my diet!
Diana RensenBee Keeper, Autoimmune Disease
I cannot thank Annelies enough for everything she has taught me in such a short space of time. My whole life I have struggled with my relationship with food and reaching a certain weight. Since meeting Annelies she has taught me to not be afraid of any foods, and to live a balanced lifestyle that I can maintain forever, I don’t only look better on the outside but I feel SO incredibly good on the inside. I don’t and never have felt like I’m on a diet or restricting what I eat, I’m just simply eating foods that I know are nourishing my body so I can be the best me I can be !! The knowledge I’ve gained is incredible! Thank you so much Annelies you are the best!
Mollie. DFull-time Mum, Weight loss, Balance and building a good relationship with food
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