Well Researched Wellness Solutions
A South African wellness company built to make nutrition work in real life.
Founded in 2015, MiNutrition ZA offers science-based wellness solutions for individuals and organisations, with the aim of implementing nutrition and healthcare solutions that improve quality of life.
Our Mission
To assist people and organizations to follow a healthy sustainable lifestyle without being deprived, restricted and misled through diligence and professionalism.
Our Vision
To build a locally and internationally revered brand for all nutritional and medical matters to which all media houses and organizations will descend to for advice and assistance.
Core Values
The principles that guide everything we do at MiNutrition ZA — from clinical consultations to corporate wellness programmes and media engagement.
Excellence
Anybody can provide a service if given an opportunity; we pride ourselves in providing the best service to meet and exceed expectations. Every interaction, every programme and every recommendation reflects our commitment to the highest standards of dietetic practice and professional conduct.
Passion
We share our passion for nutrition with everyone we come across. This isn't just a profession for us — it is a calling. We believe that good nutrition can transform lives, families and communities, and that passion drives everything we create within MiNutrition ZA.
Compassion
We always express acts of kindness and motivate people with kind words. We understand that health journeys are personal and often challenging, and we approach every client, every audience and every community with empathy and genuine care for their well-being.
Commitment
We are committed to serving all our clients with excellence, integrity and equally. Whether working with a multinational corporate or an individual seeking guidance, every client receives the same level of dedication and culturally sensitive care.
A Holistic Approach to Wellness
At MiNutrition ZA, we understand that wellness extends beyond what is on your plate. Our programmes address the full dimensions of well-being.
Physical Wellness
Promotes proper care of our bodies for optimal health and functioning through evidence-based nutrition and lifestyle guidance.
Mental Wellness
A state of well-being in which every individual realises their own potential, can cope with the normal stresses of life, and can work productively and fruitfully.
Social Wellness
Refers to the relationships we have and how we interact with others — nourishing the social connections that form the foundation of community health.
What MiNutrition ZA Does
Four areas of work, all driven by one mission: making nutrition work where people actually live. Health is a state of being, whereas wellness is the state of living a healthy lifestyle — and we are in the business of wellness.
Clinical Nutrition
Evidence-based dietetic care for individuals and families.
- Personalised nutrition consultations for heart health, diabetes, metabolic conditions, gut issues, PCOS and autoimmune conditions
- Medical aid claimable consultations with follow-up care
- Virtual and in-person sessions available across South Africa
- Culturally relevant meal plans rooted in South African food culture
Nutrition Advisory
Strategic nutrition expertise for organisations.
- Employee wellness programmes — ongoing, seasonal or once-off
- Wellness day planning and execution for corporate compliance
- Product development led by dietetic expertise
- Brand positioning and awareness through trusted health professionals
- Nutrition advisory for food, health and wellness brands
- Evidence review and consumer nutrition education
- South African food and cultural insight for product development
Nutrition Education
Practical programmes and tools for real South African life.
- If I Was Your Dietitian — nutrition education ebook for everyday people
- SA Food Guide App for Kids — interactive nutrition learning for families
- Urban Dinners — 36 real South African dinner recipes with meal planning tools
- Free nutrition resources, guides and practical downloads
- Programmes designed for South African budgets, kitchens and lifestyles
Media & Intellectual Property
Original nutrition concepts and media properties.
- Inkonjane: Nutrition Guide to Heart Health — published work on culturally relevant heart-health education
- If I Was Your Dietitian — owned nutrition education concept and ebook series
- SA Food Guide App for Kids — interactive wellness education tool
- Over 500 media appearances across South African TV, radio, print and digital platforms
- Regular expert commentary on nutrition in South African media
Founded by
Registered Dietitian Mbali Mapholi
Nutrition Strategist • Author • Media Expert
With over 15 years of clinical experience in heart and metabolic health, and more than 500 media appearances across South African television, radio, print and digital platforms, Mbali Mapholi is one of the country's recognised nutrition authorities. Her approach is rooted in South African food culture and the belief that good nutrition should never feel out of reach.
Mbali founded MiNutrition ZA in 2015 to bring together clinical dietetics, nutrition advisory, education and media under one roof — creating a wellness company that works across clinics, kitchens, workplaces, communities and the media.
Work With MiNutrition ZA
Whether you are an individual seeking nutrition support or an organisation looking for wellness solutions, we are ready to help.
No 2, 8th Avenue, Edenburg, Sandton 2194
+27 61 532 2081
info@minutritionza.co.za