Nutrition Science Bites with Professor Clare Collins AO

I chat with Associate Professor Amanda Patterson about the complexities of iron deficiency and anemia, particularly in women. Amanda explains the differences between iron deficiency and anemia, the causes of iron deficiency, and the types of iron found in food. The conversation also covers symptoms, diagnosis, and the consequences of untreated iron deficiency, especially in children. We discuss th...

In this episode of Nutrition Science Bites, I talk with Professor Eleanor Beck about the importance of whole grains and their health benefits. Prof Beck explains the difference between whole grains, refined grains, and challenges of getting information about them from food labels. We talk about practical tips for selecting various types of wholegrain products, including ancient and lesser-known va...

Who could have guessed that 'hospital food' could be so interesting! In this episode of Nutrition Science Bites, I talk with Sally McCray, a dietitian leading an innovative food service program at the Mater Hospital Group, Queensland. We discuss implementation of a patient-centered 'room service' model in hospitals, its operational challenges, and the positive impact on patient satisfaction, nutri...

In this episode of Nutrition Science Bites Prof Clare Collins discusses the microbiome and its role in digestion and overall health with guest D. Heidi Staudacher. Heidi explains the importance of short-chain fatty acids produced by gut bacteria, dietary fiber and the impact of dietary choices on gut health for microbiome diversity. The conversation also covers the impact of medications, particula...

In this Nutrition Science Bites episode Dr Ellie Dunlop discusses the critical role of vitamin D in health, particularly in Australia where a one in four people are vitamin D deficient. Our discussion covers the importance of vitamin D for bone health, the challenges of obtaining sufficient levels through sunlight and diet, and the need for potential fortification strategies. Ellie shares insights...

In this episode of Nutrition Science Bites, prof Clare Collins discusses the Purple Diet with it's creator Professor Karen Charlton. The Purple Food Diet emphasizes the consumption of purple, blue, and red foods rich in anthocyanins. The conversation explores the origins of the diet, the scientific studies conducted on cherry juice and Queen Garnet plums, and their effects on cognitive health and...

In this episode of Nutrition Science Bites, Prof Clare Collins interviews Dr Cherie Hugo, an accredited practicing dietitian with over 25 years of experience in aged care nutrition. They discuss the critical role of nutrition in enhancing the quality of life for older Australians, the challenges of malnutrition in aged care facilities, and the innovative solutions being implemented through the Lan...

Professor Karen Charlton is a Professor of Nutrition and Dietetics, the University of Wollongong and an Australian research Council Future Fellow. She is working to develop a sustainable, healthy and equitable food system in the Illawarra, Shoalhaven region of NSW. We talk about food sustainability and the factors that influence the environmental impact of the food we eat and what is the best diet...

Dr Nina Meloncelli is a lived experience researcher and Accredited Practising Dietitian, having had gestational diabetes ( called GDM for short) in both of her pregnancies. We discuss the risk factors for GDM and why some women are more at risk than others. We also talk about the nutritional aspects of managing GDM. Dr Nina is also lead of the Metro North Allied Health Translating Research Into Pr...

This week we talk all thingss nutrition for athletes and sports people, whether you're a pro or it's just for fun. Dr Rebecca Haslam is an Accredited Practising Dietitian and Accredited Sports Dietitian. She has a PhD in Human Physiology. works with NSW Institute of Sport, where she provides nutrition support for Swimming, Athletics and Winter programs. She is also national nutrition lead for Athl...

Dr Alan Barclay is a PhD qualified accredited practising dietitian and nutritionist and also a research scientist, author, blogger, presenter and chef. He has extensive experience as a dietitian in private practice providing medical nutrition therapy services to people living with diabetes amongst others. We discuss the ins, outs, ups and downs of carbohydrate and shed some light, sorting fact fro...

Dr Terri-Lynne South is both a GP and an Accredited Practising Dietitian. She holds advanced degrees in both nutrition and medicine and has over 25 years of experience as a medical practitioner. I talk with Dr Terri-Lynne about the way people can work with their GP to manage their metabolic health. We also discuss how to locate a GP practice that provides a comprehensive health service for managin...

We are talking about nutrition and weight gain during menopause and peri-menopause and what you can do about it. Professor Lauren Willian is an Accredited Practising Dietitian whose PhD research followed women during the menopause transition and conducted an intervention study to find out how to beat weight gain and improve health at this life stage. Prof Lauren spent most of her career working in...

Natalie Lister is a Senior Research Fellow at The Children's Hospital at Westmead Clinical School at The University of Sydney. She is an Accredited Practicing Dietitian and has a PhD in Nutritional Science from the University of South Australia. Natalie’s research interests include investigating dietary interventions that will prevent and manage obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular risk in childr...

Dr Shelley Wilkinson is an Advanced Accredited Practising Dietitian with a PhD in Psychology. She has assisted numerous Queensland Health Services in adopting new models of care to improve patient and staff satisfaction, clinical measures, and how to co-create meaningful changes with clinical teams. She is currently working with the Mater Mothers Hospital in Brisbane to create an evidence-informed...

Plastic is part of our world! Drink bottles, baby bottles, cups, cookware, supermarket foods packaged in plastic, take away containers and cosmetics. With microplastics 'everywhere' in the environment, what are the implications for the foods we choose to eat (or not) and the products we use every day? Dr Amelia Harray is an Advanced Accredited Practising Dietitian (AdvAPD) and Clinical Researcher...

Prof Clare Collins is host of the conversational podcast, Nutrition Sciences Bites. Her expertise in nutrition research and science communication make her the perfect dietitian to translate cutting-edge nutrition science into what to eat and drinks (and foods to put in your supermarket trolley). Prof Clare is also the driver behind the No Money No Time website. She chats with NMNT Program Man...

Dr Robyn Barnes is an Accredited Practising Dietitian, and Credentialled Diabetes Educator with 25 years of clinical experience, and 19 years specialising in diabetes. She completed her PhD at the University of Newcastle while working as a clinical dietitian in diabetes. Dr Robyn has been convenor of the NSW Dietitians Australian Diabetes Interest Group for 15 years. We talk about dietary rec...

What happens if you want to go to the dentist but the treatment you need can't be done at your local dental practice because your body weight is too high? Dr Zanab Malik is a specialist dentist with advanced training in treating people with Special Needs. She is also a visiting specialist at Campbelltown Hospital and in private practice on the Central Coast. Zanab is also in the final year of her...

Can you really be addicted to food? Prof Tracy Burrows talks about the signs and symptoms of food addiction and the latest research on addictive food substances versus addictive food behaviours. Her intervention, the TRACE program, is providing online treatment to help people living with food addiction address their relationship with food. Professor Tracy Burrows is a Prof in Nutrition and Dieteti...

Evelyn Volders is an Advanced Accredited Practicing Dietitian (APD) who has worked in paediatric hospitals for over 20 years. After having her first baby, she realised how little support was out there for women regarding breastfeeding, so she trained as a lactation consultant to try and help (which made her realise how little breastfeeding science and practicalities she knew at that time)! An...

Dr Kathryn is a physician-researcher and endocrinologist with a special interest in obesity and metabolic health. We talk about how she and her team at Neapen Hospital in Western Sydney try aim to improve access to high-quality care for individuals living with severe and complex obesity.  Dr Kathryn is Head of the Department of Endocrinology at Nepean Hospital and a Conjoint Senior Lectu...

Dr Karl has been talking all things nutrition with Professor Clare Collins for more than eight years. So in her first episode of Nutrition Science Bites, she swaps seats to chat with him about his burning questions in nutrition from antioxidants to alcohol to how to make his secret bolognese sauce.  What can you say about DR Karl Kruszelnicki AM? Everybody knows Dr Karl as a scientist, author...