Hi, I’m Anna

I'm a New Zealand Registered Clinical Nutritionist (CNA) with a special interest in nutrition for active people, health, performance, and long-term wellbeing.


Based in Silverdale on Auckland's Hibiscus Coast, I provide online clinical and performance nutrition consultations for clients throughout New Zealand, including those across the North Shore and wider Auckland region.


As a mum of two teenagers and someone who balances work, family life, training, recovery, and the occasional ambitious event goal, I understand that nutrition needs to work in the real world—not just on paper.


I know what it's like to want enough energy to train well, feel strong and healthy, support long-term health, and still enjoy life without nutrition becoming another source of stress.


Many active adults feel pulled in different directions. They want to perform well, recover properly, feel strong and comfortable in their body, support their health, and enjoy life—but often feel confused by conflicting nutrition advice.


What I enjoy most is helping people connect the dots, focus on what matters most, and feel confident in the choices they make.


My approach is practical, food-first, and grounded in evidence. Rather than completely overhauling the way you eat, I focus on building on what's already working and identifying realistic changes that fit your goals, lifestyle, and health needs.


I've always been curious about why some people thrive while others struggle with energy, recovery, health, or performance despite their best efforts. That curiosity eventually led me to undertake formal nutrition training and establish my practice as a Registered Clinical Nutritionist.


Alongside my nutrition practice, I have more than 25 years of experience working in healthcare across medical imaging and radiation therapy.


I completed a Bachelor of Health Science in the Netherlands and remain registered in Medical Imaging in New Zealand. This broader healthcare background continues to shape my evidence-based, whole-person approach to nutrition and health.



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Certified clinical nutritionist  credentials
certified sports nuritionist credentials
Clinical Nutrition Association of New Zealand  registered


I am registered with Clinical Nutritionists Aotearoa NZ Inc, which is recognised by:

 

Southern Cross Health Insurance, NIB Health Insurance, and Accuro Health Insurance.


Anna Francis-Stead
NZ REGISTERED CLINICAL NUTRITIONIST


Depending on your insurance policy, you may be eligible to claim back the cost of your nutrition consultation.

Check with your health insurance provider today.