What is nutrigenomics?
Nutrigenomics is how your genes affect the way you respond to food, caffeine, alcohol, supplements and stress. A simple cheek swab test shows your genetic variations, such as methylation (MTHFR), oestrogen clearance, caffeine metabolism and histamine. I am Kirstie Vesseur, a Registered Clinical Nutritionist based in Te Awamutu, working online across New Zealand, and I turn your results into a clear, personalised nutrition plan.
WHAT WOMEN TELL ME
Sound familiar?
Wired, then wrecked by coffee
One cup and you are buzzing, then flat by 2pm.CAFFEINE GENES
A wine flush or headache
Red cheeks, itchy skin or a headache from wine or leftovers.HISTAMINE GENES
Supplements that make you worse
B vitamins or folic acid that leave you anxious or wired.MTHFR & METHYLATION
Heavy, painful, moody cycles
Sore breasts, clots and rage before your period.OESTROGEN GENES
Stress hits you harder
You lie awake replaying the day and cannot switch off.COMT & STRESS GENES
Vitamin D that will not budge
Low results however much sun or supplement you get.VITAMIN D GENES
IS IT RIGHT FOR YOU?
Who it helps most
Your genes do not change, so this test keeps paying off for life. It is most useful if:
- ✓Your symptoms have not shifted with the usual advice
- ✓You react strongly to caffeine, alcohol or supplements
- ✓You have a family history of heart disease, diabetes or breast cancer
- ✓You are planning a pregnancy
- ✓You want prevention, not just symptom relief
How it works
1. Cheek swab at home
Painless, done in two minutes, posted straight to the lab.
2. Lab analysis
Your results come back to me, not to a generic app.
3. Your genetics consult
I walk you through what matters, in plain English.
4. Your personal protocol
Foods, supplement forms and doses matched to your genes.
Genes are not destiny. They show where your body needs more support. DNA test fees are paid direct to the lab.
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“I knew when I was choosing a nutritionist that I wanted someone who looked deeper than just the food. Kirstie was the best person for the job. I don’t feel judged, I feel empowered. Everything is tailored to me and feels really achievable!”
“I was feeling completely drained and had incredibly low energy. After the first session, within two weeks my energy levels had increased ten-fold! Since then things have improved even further with additional supports in place after analysing blood tests.”
“She got me started on daily supplements, which have changed my life! The quality of my life, physically and mentally has changed dramatically.”
“Kirstie has been a game changer in my world. She is knowledgeable and practical and compassionate. I have grown so much in understanding how my body works.”
Questions
Is it a one-off test?
Yes. Your genes do not change, so you test once and we keep using the results as your health and life stage change.
Does it replace blood tests?
No. Genes show your tendencies. Bloods show what is happening right now. Together they give the full picture.
What happens to my DNA data?
Your sample goes to an accredited lab and the results come to me. I talk you through the lab's privacy policy before you test, so you know exactly how your data is stored.
Is it claimable on health insurance?
Many NZ policies cover a Registered Clinical Nutritionist. You get receipts for every claim.
Ready to know your genes?
Book your free 30 minute Clinical Case Assessment.