The Ideal Nutrition Podcast

In this episode, Aidan & Leah discuss things to consider from a nutrition perspective if you are feeling fatigued including iron, B12, vitamin D, low energy availability, and more.  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...

Sports dietitians, Aidan and Leah discuss the effects of a low-carb diet on resistance training and muscle growth.  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 @...

In this episode, dietitians, Aidan and Leah discuss the many roles of vitamin D including bone health, mental health, and many more. They also cover how to get it and the role of supplementation.  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_die...

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

Intuitive eating is defined as eating based on trusting your body to make choices in relation to the foods you eat and also the amounts you eat. It involves ignoring diet culture or rules and listening fully to your body.  Dietitians, Aidan & Leah discuss the roles of intuitive eating and their thoughts.  WEBSITE:  https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/ PODCAST:  https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/podc...

The Mediterranean Diet has been proposed to be beneficial for many aspects of health including reducing chronic disease risk, assisting with inflammatory conditions, and improving mental health outcomes. Dietitians Aidan & Leah discuss what this diet is and the evidence behind it.  WEBSITE:  https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/ PODCAST:  https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/podcast/ INSTAGRAM:  https:/...

In this episode, Aidan and Leah discuss the evidence surrounding probiotics.  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 @nourishe...

In this episode, Aidan and Leah discuss the alkaline diet including what it is, claims made by proponents of the diet, and the current evidence. 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...

Following on from the previous two week's episodes, Aidan and Leah further discuss nutrition for fat loss to tie up this 3 part podcast series.   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 Brook...

Following on from last week's episode, Aidan and Leah further discuss nutrition for fat loss including why people often report low-calorie diets not working, protein requirements, and low-carb versus low-fat diets. (0:00) - Introduction (1:03) - Why Do People Report Low Calories Not Working (7:53) - Protein Intake (12:01) - Low Carbs vs Low Fat (15:26) - The Impact of Hormones (19:16) - Outro   WE...

In this episode, Aidan & Leah discuss the fundamental principles of fat loss including calories in VS calories out, working out your calorie needs, how much of a deficit you should aim for, and the concept of "starvation mode". (0:00) - Introduction (0:39) - Calories In vs Calories Out (3:25) - How to Figure Out How Many Calories You Need (7:45) - How Much Below Maintenance Should You Go? (9:48) -...

Aidan and Leah discuss what lectins are, their presence in various foods, and debunk common myths about lectins' impact on health, from digestion issues to chronic diseases. Special attention is given to understanding the potential benefits and risks associated with high-lectin foods, the truth about lectin-related weight loss claims, and practical strategies for safely incorporating these foods i...

Diet significantly affects the health and composition of the gut microbiome. Recently, there has been a lot of talk about high-protein diets and their impact on gut health.  Specifically, high-protein diets may negatively impact gut health. Although, it seems that there are several dietary strategies you can use to protect your gut health if you do have a high-protein diet. Dietitians, Aidan & Lea...

Aidan and Leah discuss evidence-based nutrition tips for getting longer, higher-quality sleep! (0:00) - Introduction (0:59) - Impact of Caffeine (2:20)- Carbohydrate Intake & Timing Before Bed (4:18) - Tart Cherry Juice (6:31) - Optimal Satiety Levels (7:38) - Dietary Quality (9:03) - Supplements for Stress Management & Sleep (12:01) - Magnesium (15:00) - Summary   WEBSITE:  https://www.idealnutri...

In this episode, Aidan and Leah answer listener questions including thoughts on set point theory, salt for pre-training and B12 for vegans. (0:00) - Introduction (0:21) - Why is there a huge range in recommendations for B12 for vegans?  (2:41) - Why does being in a deficit make you feel sick/nauseous? Is it low blood sugar?  (5:10) - What are your thoughts on body-weight set-point?  (8:58) - For c...

Bloating is a very common problem. So in this episode, Aidan and Leah discuss effective nutrition strategies to manage bloating. (0:00) - Introduction & Definition (1:40) - Eating Slowly & Chewing Thouroughly (2:20) - Carbonated Drinks & Chewing Gum (2:52) - Medical Considerations (3:20) - Fibre (6:23) - Sugar Alcohols (8:30) - FODMAPs (10:36) - Food Volume (12:48) - Peppermint Oil (14:09) - Probi...

The glycemic index is a measure of how quickly a food causes our blood sugar levels to rise but is it something we actually need to worry about?  Based on the provided transcript and focusing on the main points for creating concise timestamps, here's a simplified version: (0:00) - Introduction (1:02) - Relevance of Glycemic Index (2:23) - Impact on Body Composition (4:37) - Individual Variability...

Aidan & Leah discuss nutrition strategies for reducing blood pressure. From managing sodium and potassium intake to weight management. (0:00) - Introduction (0:59) - Sodium & Recommended Intake (7:53) - The DASH Diet Overview (10:43) - Potassium (14:44) - Body Weight (17:21) - Cholesterol (18:14) - Dietary Nitrates (19:52) - Alcohol Consumption (21:33) - Effects of Caffeine (23:00) - Summary   WEB...

Food chemicals can play a role in a lot of conditions. Avoiding or limiting certain food chemicals could dramatically improve symptoms in some cases. In other cases, it might just be a frustrating and complex process undertaken for no reason. Dietitians, Aidan & Leah discuss the RPAH elimination diet and how to use it. (0:00) - Introduction (1:46) - Symptoms of Food Chemical Sensitivities  (2:56)...

Have you ever been told to have casein or another form of slow-release protein before bed? Aidan & Leah break down this "bro" science recommendation and let you know if it is worth doing. 00:00 - Introduction (1:09) - The Theory Behind This (2:00) - Casein Before Bed & The Research (3:04) Nuances & Practical Implications (7:01) - General Recommendations & Summary   WEBSITE: https://www.idealnutrit...

Sports dietitians Aidan & Leah discuss when nutrient timing matters and when it doesn't. From protein and training nutrition to boosting your metabolism. (00:00) - Introduction (0:49) - Protein & The Anabolic Window (3:39) - Carbohydrates (7:08) - Pre-Workout Meal Timing (10:08) - Fat & Fibre (11:05) - Nutrient Timing & Metabolism (15:44) - Sleep and Nutrition (17:55) - Summary   WEBSITE: https://...

Sports dietitians Aidan & Leah discuss the hype around Turkesterone for muscle building. Is it worth your money? (0:00) - Introduction (2:09) - Claims & Misconceptions (6:56) - The Research & Potential Flaws (11:26) - Personal Thoughts & Summary   WEBSITE: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/ PODCAST: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/podcast/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/idealnutrition__/?h...

Should you cut before you bulk? Sports dietitians, Aidan & Leah discuss how to plan cutting and bulking phases for the best body composition outcomes and whether it matters what order you do things in. (0:00) - Introduction (1:28) - P-Ratios & Whether Different Body Fat Percentages Influence Rates of Muscle Growth (9:32) - Standard Advice for Bulking & Our Thoughts (12:19) - Determining How Lean t...

Sports dietitians Aidan & Leah talk about all things beetroot juice for sports performance. (0:00) - Introduction & How It Works (2:21) - Outcomes on Endurance (5:48) - Bodybuilders & Powerlifters (9:46) - Other Potential Benefits (11:31) - Dosage & How to Take It (12:22) - Summary   WEBSITE: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/ PODCAST: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/podcast/ INSTAGRAM: https://...

Aidan & Leah discuss the research and potential benefits of Ashwagandha supplementation. (0:00) - Introduction (1:59) - Stress, Anxiety & Depression (4:53) - Sleep (7:03) - Testosterone (8:02) - Strength & Muscle Growth (11:19) - VO2 Max & Endurance (12:32) - Dosage & How to Take It (13:33) - Summary   WEBSITE: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/ PODCAST: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/podcast/...