• E178 - Are There Downsides to Eating Too Much Protein?
    Nov 21 2024

    Dietitians, Leah Higl & Aidan Muir, explore the complexities of protein intake, discussing its essential role in muscle growth and overall health while also addressing potential downsides of excessive consumption.

    (0:00) - Introduction

    (1:04) - Protein and Kidney Health Summary

    (1:54) - Potential Trade-Offs With Consuming Other Macronutrients

    (4:31) - Taste & Dietary Flexibility

    (5:37) - Is There an Impact on Gut Health?

    (7:13) - Longevity

    (9:34) - Environmental Concerns

    (11:57) - Financial Considerations

    (12:52) - Summary

    Our dietitians 👇

    Aidan Muir @aidan_the_dietitian

    Leah Higl @plantstrong_dietitian

    Tyler Brooks @lift_dietetics

    Hanah Mills @hanahmills

    Samantha Staines @nourished.by.sammy

    Monica Cvoro @fuellingperformance

    Josh Wernham @josh_does_health

    Katelyn Bowden @katelynbowden_dietitian

    Sophie Andrew @soph.dietitian

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    14 mins
  • E177 - How Nutrition Changes Pre/Post Cooking
    Nov 14 2024

    Accredited Practicing Dietitians, Aidan Muir & Leah Higl, explore how cooking affects the nutritional profile of food.

    (0:00) - Introduction

    (1:04) - Cooked vs Raw Weight

    (5:29) - Nutrient Losses From Different Cooking Methods

    (7:31) - Nutrient Absorption From Cooked vs Raw Food

    (9:06) - How Much Does This All Matter?

    WEBSITE: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/

    PODCAST: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/podcast/

    INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/idealnutrition__/?hl=en

    Our dietitians 👇

    Aidan Muir @aidan_the_dietitian

    Leah Higl @plantstrong_dietitian

    Tyler Brooks @lift_dietetics

    Hanah Mills @hanahmills

    Samantha Staines @nourished.by.sammy

    Monica Cvoro @fuellingperformance

    Josh Wernham @josh_does_health

    Katelyn Bowden @katelynbowden_dietitian

    Sophie Andrew @soph.dietitian

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    10 mins
  • E176 - Q&A #8
    Nov 7 2024

    Sports Dietitians, Leah Higl & Aidan Muir answer some of the listener's most popular questions.

    (0:00) - What Are Your Thoughts on Snacks Like Up&Gos?

    (2:59) - Is Too Much Protein Bad for Your Arteries?

    (6:04) - Are GI Symptoms From Creatine Common & Is There Anything That Can Be Done to Help?

    (8:54) - Would You Recommend Creatine to Someone Who Is Under 18?

    (12:22) - How Is High Protien Yoghurt Like Chobani Made as Opposed to Other Yoghurts?

    (13:40) - How Can You Lose Weight While Breastfeeding?

    (16:58) - What Are Your Thoughts on the Dietary Inflammatory Index Score?

    (19:17) - Does Your Metabolism Slow as You Age?

    WEBSITE: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/

    PODCAST: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/podcast/

    INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/idealnutrition__/?hl=en

    Our dietitians 👇

    Aidan Muir @aidan_the_dietitian

    Leah Higl @plantstrong_dietitian

    Tyler Brooks @lift_dietetics

    Hanah Mills @hanahmills

    Samantha Staines @nourished.by.sammy

    Monica Cvoro @fuellingperformance

    Josh Wernham @josh_does_health

    Katelyn Bowden @katelynbowden_dietitian

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    23 mins
  • E175 - Are Seed Oils Bad for You?
    Oct 31 2024

    Dietitians, Leah Higl & Aidan Muir, discuss the controversial topic of seed oils. They explore the definitions, processing methods, health myths and their overall view on consuming them.

    (0:00) - Introduction

    (1:48) - What Are Seed Oils & How Are They Made?

    (10:49) - Should You Be Concerned About the Omega-6 vs Omega-3 Ratio?

    (13:43) - Do Seed Oils Cause Obesity?

    (17:17) - Can They Be Beneficial to Health?

    (21:31) - Our Consensus on Seed Oils

    WEBSITE: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/

    PODCAST: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/podcast/

    INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/idealnutrition__/?hl=en

    Our dietitians 👇

    Aidan Muir @aidan_the_dietitian

    Leah Higl @plantstrong_dietitian

    Tyler Brooks @lift_dietetics

    Hanah Mills @hanahmills

    Samantha Staines @nourished.by.sammy

    Monica Cvoro @fuellingperformance

    Josh Wernham @josh_does_health

    Katelyn Bowden @katelynbowden_dietitian

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    24 mins
  • E174 - The Biggest Loser Study
    Oct 24 2024

    Accredited practicing Dietitians, Aidan Muir & Leah Higl, take a deep dive into the findings of the 'Biggest Loser Study', focusing on the long-term metabolic adaptations observed in participants. They discuss the implications of these findings, the outlier nature of the study compared to existing research, and the constrained energy expenditure model as a potential explanation for the results.

    (0:00) - Introduction

    (1:17) - Study Background & Findings

    (5:16) - Why This Study Is an Outlier

    (8:17) - FFollow up Study & the Contraint Energy Expenditure Model

    (11:50) - Our Takeaways

    WEBSITE: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/

    PODCAST: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/podcast/

    INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/idealnutrition__/?hl=en

    Our dietitians 👇

    Aidan Muir @aidan_the_dietitian

    Leah Higl @plantstrong_dietitian

    Tyler Brooks @lift_dietetics

    Hanah Mills @hanahmills

    Samantha Staines @nourished.by.sammy

    Monica Cvoro @fuellingperformance

    Josh Wernham @josh_does_health

    Katelyn Bowden @katelyn_dietitian

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    13 mins
  • E173 - The Highest Protein Intake Ever Studied
    Oct 17 2024

    Sports Dietitians, Leah Higl & Aidan Muir, take a deep dive into the highest protein intake that has been studied to date. They break down the findings and share their insights and key takeaways from the results.

    (0:00) - Introduction

    (0:53) - Study Details

    (3:07) - Our Interpretation

    (9:01) - Key Takeaways

    WEBSITE: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/

    PODCAST: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/podcast/

    INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/idealnutrition__/?hl=en

    Our dietitians 👇

    Aidan Muir @aidan_the_dietitian

    Leah Higl @plantstrong_dietitian

    Tyler Brooks @lift_dietetics

    Hanah Mills @hanahmills

    Samantha Staines @nourished.by.sammy

    Monica Cvoro @fuellingperformance

    Josh Wernham @josh_does_health

    Katelyn Bowden @katelynbowden_dietitian

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    11 mins
  • E172 - How Differently Do People Respond to the Same Sized Calorie Surpluses/Deficits?
    Oct 10 2024

    Sports Dietitians, Aidan Muir & Leah Higl, delve into the complexities of how individuals respond differently to caloric surpluses and deficits. They explore the foundational concepts of energy balance, metabolic adaptation, and the thermic effect of food, while emphasising the significant individual variations in response to dietary changes. The discussion is supported by research findings and practical insights from their experiences with clients.

    (0:00) - Introduction

    (1:51) - How Your Metabolism Changes in Response to Energy Balance

    (5:28) - Other Considerations

    (8:17) - The Research

    (10:25) - Our Intepretation & Experience in Practice

    WEBSITE: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/

    PODCAST: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/podcast/

    INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/idealnutrition__/?hl=en

    Our dietitians 👇

    Aidan Muir @aidan_the_dietitian

    Leah Higl @plantstrong_dietitian

    Tyler Brooks @lift_dietetics

    Hanah Mills @hanahmills

    Samantha Staines @nourished.by.sammy

    Monica Cvoro @fuellingperformance

    Josh Wernham @josh_does_health

    Katelyn Bowden @katelynbowden_dietitian

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    17 mins
  • E171 - Creatine and Kidney Function
    Oct 3 2024

    Dietitians, Leah Higl & Aidan Muir, delve into the relationship between creatine supplementation and kidney function. They address the commern concerns, the research, the confusion around certain blood markers, and more!

    (0:00) - Introduction & Common Concerns

    (1:52) - The Research

    (2:39) - Recommendations for Checking Your Kidney Function When Taking Creatine

    (4:55) - The Impact on Those With Lower Functioning Kidneys

    (6:35) - Summary

    WEBSITE: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/

    PODCAST: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/podcast/

    INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/idealnutrition__/?hl=en

    Our dietitians 👇

    Aidan Muir @aidan_the_dietitian

    Leah Higl @plantstrong_dietitian

    Tyler Brooks @lift_dietetics

    Hanah Mills @hanahmills

    Samantha Staines @nourished.by.sammy

    Monica Cvoro @fuellingperformance

    Josh Wernham @josh_does_health

    Katelyn Bowden @katelynbowden_dietitian

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    8 mins