In this episode of Brain Injury Bites, hosts Ashwini and Brooke are joined by Tony Ward, a dietitian from Neuro Rehab Nutrition with 19 years of experience. They discuss the nutritional deficiencies commonly found in individuals with brain injuries, the impact of brain injury on metabolism and muscle mass, and more.

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• neurorehabnutrition.co.uk
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• Food Facts - British Dietetic Association (BDA)

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In this episode of Brain Injury Bites, hosts Ashwini and Brooke talk with Tony Ward from Neuro Rehab Nutrition about the importance of credible dietary information and balanced nutrition post-brain injury. They discuss social media fads, highlight essential nutrients like omega-3s and antioxidants, and discuss the psychological aspects of eating. Featuring practical tips and success stories, this episode offers key insights for managing diet and recovery.

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In this episode of Brain Injury Bites, Ashwani and Brooke are joined by Sian Riley from Red Pepper Nutrition. Sian is a dietician specialising in rehabilitation with a focus on brain injury. They discuss the importance of nutrition in the rehabilitation journey, the impact of smell and taste loss after brain injury, and strategies to improve the eating experience.

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• www.redpeppernutrition.com
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• Fifth Sense Charity - https://www.fifthsense.org.uk/
• AbScent Charity - https://abscent.org/
• The 5 basic tastes and why they matter to us - https://www.redpeppernutrition.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/red-pepper-nutrition-5-basic-tastes-why-they-matter.pdf

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In this episode of Brain Injury Bites, Brooke, Ashwini, and Sian continue their conversation about brain injury recovery with a focus on nutrition. They continue their discussion by providing valuable insights and tips on promoting good nutrition and making it a pleasurable experience. The discussion also covers various aspects, including the importance of positive food perception, mindful eating, meal planning, routine, coping with changes in taste and smell, and addressing body image issues.

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• Fifth Sense Charity - https://www.fifthsense.org.uk/
• AbScent Charity - https://abscent.org/
• The 5 basic tastes and why they matter to us - https://www.redpeppernutrition.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/red-pepper-nutrition-5-basic-tastes-why-they-matter.pdf

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In this episode, we had the pleasure of interviewing Colin Green, a neurological physiotherapist from Physiomatters. In part 2, we explore the interplay of physical and neurological rehabilitation, emphasising the importance of goal-setting, managing expectations, and adapting therapy to the patient's needs.

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• Physio Matters Neuro (@PMneurophysio) / X (twitter.com)
• Physio Matters Neurological Ltd | Facebook
• Contact No.: 0161 681 6887

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In this episode, we had the pleasure of interviewing Colin Green, a neurological physiotherapist from Physiomatters. In part 1, we discuss brain injury rehabilitation, covering different recovery phases, the significant impact of fatigue, the importance of early intervention, and Colin's work on managing mobility and muscle functionality.

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In the second part of the episode, Suzanne talks us through her approach to supporting her clients and their employers in the process of returning to work. Additionally, Brooke shares his own experience of finding a purpose after sustaining his injury.

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• Headway – Guide for employers: https://www.headway.org.uk/media/4123/brain-injury-a-guide-for-employers.pdf
• Video Richard Hammond and Sterling Moss: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k6iVODBpatM
• Video Imitation Game – Sandwiches: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Unfyov17E8s

Contact details:

• https://www.workinmind.co.uk/
• https://twitter.com/suzguest
• https://www.tiktok.com/@haveigotsuzforyou
• https://www.youtube.com/@haveigotsuzforyou
• https://www.instagram.com/haveigotsuzforyou/

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In this episode, we have the pleasure of interviewing Suzanne Guest, an Occupational Psychologist from Work In Mind. In this episode, Suzanne shares her expertise in helping people return to work after sustaining a brain injury. We also discussed the difference between occupational psychology and vocational rehabilitation.

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• Headway – Guide for employers: https://www.headway.org.uk/media/4123/brain-injury-a-guide-for-employers.pdf
• Video Richard Hammond and Sterling Moss: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k6iVODBpatM
• Video Imitation Game – Sandwiches: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Unfyov17E8s

Contact details:

• https://www.workinmind.co.uk/
• https://twitter.com/suzguest
• https://www.tiktok.com/@haveigotsuzforyou
• https://www.youtube.com/@haveigotsuzforyou
• https://www.instagram.com/haveigotsuzforyou/

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