The Dietitian Cafe

We’ve got a really interesting conversation lined up for you today, so let’s dive straight in…  AI is increasingly being used across nutrition and dietetic practice, from meal planning and behaviour support to patient-facing tools and clinical decision-making. As these technologies develop quickly, they’re raising important questions about where they genuinely add value, where they fall short, and...

A major shift in women’s health has recently been announced: PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) has been renamed PMOS (Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome). In this episode, we unpack what’s behind the shift, whether it could help address the large number of people that go undiagnosed, and what it means for dietitians and those living with the condition — because when we change the name, the re...

Childhood obesity in the UK is not declining. Rates among schoolchildren are now the highest outside the pandemic period, despite years of policy action. At the same time, growing research into GLP-1 therapies for young people is reshaping the conversation around treatment.  In this episode, we explore whether pharmacological innovation represents real progress for children with severe obesity, or...

Expert witness work sits at the intersection of clinical care and the legal system. When care is called into question, dietitians may play a key role in understanding what happened, why, and/or what support is needed moving forward.   In this episode, we explore the role of the expert witness dietitian, from reviewing complex cases to presenting clear, objective nutrition evidence to the court.  J...

Nutrition in the Army is about making science practical in some of the most challenging conditions. Whether soldiers are training, on deployment, or operating far from everyday conveniences, dietitians and nutritionists help ensure they are fuelled, supported in recovery, and able to maintain health, performance, and resilience under pressure.  In this episode, we explore the role of an applied nu...

For years, messages about sugar reduction and sweeteners have fuelled confusion among both the public and healthcare professionals. From safety headlines to bold claims about benefits, dietitians and nutritionists have had to cut through the noise to provide credible, balanced advice. In response, the British Dietetic Association, in collaboration with the British Nutrition Foundation and Diabetes...

Creatine has long been associated with gym culture, but it’s now trending far beyond strength training, appearing across social media, women’s health spaces, and everyday wellness conversations.  Despite its popularity, the evidence is often misrepresented or overhyped, particularly around muscle gain, cognitive benefits, and mood, leaving both the public and clinicians to navigate a lot of mixed...

Pet nutrition is booming. From fresh subscriptions to wellness-driven brands, owners are investing more than ever in what goes into their pets’ bowls, but with that growth comes confusion, clever marketing, and plenty of science to sniff through.  In this episode, we unpack what truly matters when it comes to feeding pets well, from understanding “complete and balanced” diets to navigating trends,...

 In this episode, we explore why sleep is so undervalued in nutrition, how poor sleep influences what we eat, and what dietitians and nutritionists can do in practice to better support their clients.  Joining me today is Rob Hobson, registered nutritionist and author of The Art of Sleeping , who introduces his BED framework - Behaviour, Environment and Diet, and explains how sleep, food, and lifes...

For decades, public health campaigns have tried to get both children and adults to eat more vegetables, often with little success. Traditional messaging like “five-a-day” has struggled to inspire behaviour change, leaving dietitians, parents, and educators searching for approaches that actually resonate.  Veg Power has taken a different path. Through playful, story-led campaigns, creative advertis...

For millions of people across the UK, working outside the traditional 9-to-5 is simply part of life. From nurses and doctors to delivery drivers, factory workers, construction workers and police officers, shift work means eating, moving, and resting against the body’s natural rhythm, often with consequences  for health, wellbeing, and performance. As dietitians and healthcare professionals, we’re...

For many families, mealtimes can feel far from peaceful. Between juggling busy schedules, food preferences, sensory sensitivities, and the constant noise of “shoulds” from social media and parenting advice, it’s easy for stress to replace enjoyment.  As dietitians, we’re often the ones supporting parents through that experience, helping them navigate the balance between nutrition, nurture, and rea...

2025 alone has seen a wave of food launches designed to make a statement. At one end of the spectrum are products wrapped in a health halo - clean labels, minimalist ingredients, wellness claims. At the other, unapologetically indulgent creations that celebrate excess and nostalgia. Both command attention, but together they highlight just how blurred the lines around healthy eating have become.  I...

Burnout has become an all-too-familiar reality for many dietitians. The pressure to care deeply, manage heavy caseloads, and keep up with growing demands can leave little energy for ourselves.  We’re trained to support others’ health and wellbeing, but what happens when our own starts to slip?  In this episode, we explore what burnout really looks like in dietetic practice, how to recognise the ea...

If you haven’t yet caught our last episode, you’ve probably noticed it’s a new voice introducing The Dietitian Cafe today so allow me to quickly introduce myself.  My name is Kate Hilton and I am a Freelance Registered Dietitian at Diets Debunked, and your new host of The Dietitian Café, proudly recognised as CN Nutrition Resource of the Year. I’m really excited to be stepping into the role and co...

Is digital deception fuelling a new wave of nutrition misinformation? That’s the big question we’re unpacking today, and the answer might be more complex than you think.  From AI-generated deepfakes to impersonation and identity misuse, digital deception is becoming more common, and more convincing, across health and nutrition platforms. These tools are being used to spread false claims, mimic tru...

When the first EAT-Lancet Commission launched in 2019, it put the “Planetary Health Diet” on the global agenda, uniting nutrition and sustainability in one set of global scientific targets and sparking one of the most influential food conversations of the decade.  Six years on, the 2025 update has arrived and this time, the report broadens the agenda. Alongside health and the environment, justice...

Remission of type 2 diabetes was once thought impossible. But the landmark DiRECT trial showed it can be achieved, and it taught us that a cornerstone of remission is weight loss. The true challenge comes after: maintaining that progress in an environment that doesn’t always make it easy.  Since then, the NHS Path to Remission programme has taken this approach into routine care, offering real-worl...

Today, we’re diving into the fascinating world of space nutrition. While fuelling astronauts in microgravity might sound worlds away from everyday dietetic practice, the science behind it offers surprising and valuable insights for clinical care, recovery, and public health here on Earth.  I’m joined by three brilliant guests: Kristine Atienza, Christina-Ariadni Valagkouti & Stavroula Chaloula...

Today, we’re peeling back the lid on the commercial baby food industry. A sector that’s been thrust into the spotlight after recent media investigations questioned the nutritional quality and marketing of commercial baby food.  For many parents and health professionals, navigating the early years food landscape has never felt more complicated. Are these products helping to build healthy eating hab...

Today, we’re opening up an important conversation about complementary therapies in cancer care, and how dietitians can support patient choice without compromising safety or outcomes. The release of the Netflix documentary Apple Cider Vinegar earlier this year has reignited concerns about misinformation in this space. But beyond the headlines, many people affected by cancer are simply trying to fee...

The Dietitian Cafe Podcast has been shortlisted for Nutrition Resource of the Year at the 2025 CN Awards. If you’ve found value in the podcast, we’d be incredibly grateful for your vote. Just head to CN Magazine’s Nutrition2Me website to cast your vote. You’ll also find the link in the show notes. Today, we’re talking about opportunity, and how dietitians can think differently about where it comes...

The Dietitian Cafe Podcast has been shortlisted for Nutrition Resource of the Year at the 2025 CN Awards. If you’ve found value in the podcast, we’d be incredibly grateful for your vote. Just head to CN Magazine’s Nutrition2Me website to cast your vote. You’ll also find the link in the show notes.  Today, we’re talking about how dietitians and other healthcare professionals can feel more confident...

The Dietitian Cafe Podcast has been shortlisted for Nutrition Resource of the Year at the 2025 CN Awards. If you’ve found value in the podcast, we’d be incredibly grateful for your vote. Just head to CN Magazine’s Nutrition2Me website to cast your vote. You’ll also find the link in the show notes.  Thank you so much for your support!  Today, we’re talking about something that many dietitians find...

Today, we're thrilled to welcome back Dr Megan Rossi, one of the world’s leading gut health experts and founder of The Gut Health Doctor® . Megan joined us previously to talk about gut health fundamentals, and today she’s back to focus on one of the most talked-about topics in the wellness world: probiotics.  We’ll be diving into:  Where we might be going wrong with probiotics  Whether we rea...