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There is *huge* potential for probiotics to support our health and wellbeing. Scientific research has linked their consumption with improved gut and immune function, and has even been shown to support the specific health concerns of infants, young children and women. In this podcast, Nicole Dynan (aka ‘The Gut Health Dietitian’) deep dives into the world of probiotics to give you practical strategies for using probiotics with your patients. Nicole explains where to find trusted information on probiotic strains for specific medical conditions, highlights why more probiotics aren’t always better and pinpoints if fermented foods can provide the probiotic goodness our guts need. For the shownotes: https://dietitianconnection.com/category/podcasts/ This podcast is not, and is not intended to be, medical advice, which should be tailored to your individual circumstances. This podcast is for your information only, and we advise that you exercise your own judgment before deciding to use the information provided. Profe

One in four Australians (that’s more than six million people!) are affected by constipation. With many different causes and types of constipation now identified, managing this uncomfortable condition is more complex than we once thought. No longer is the remedy just increasing fibre and fluid intake and doing more exercise, science is now discovering how pre- and pro-biotics can play a role in getting bowels moving. In this podcast, dietitian Sandra Mikhail explains how she ‘makes poo talk sound chic’, discusses the role of specific pre- and pro-biotics in relieving constipation and explains the importance of diversity of fibres in the diet. For the shownotes: https://dietitianconnection.com/category/podcasts/ This podcast is not, and is not intended to be, medical advice, which should be tailored to your individual circumstances. This podcast is for your information only, and we advise that you exercise your own judgment before deciding to use the information provided. Professional medical advice should be o

One in ten Australians have non-coeliac wheat intolerance and one in 70 have coeliac disease. If you have a patient in either basket, how can you help them meet their total fibre and prebiotic needs when so many gluten-containing wholegrains are off the menu? Tune into this podcast with Advanced APD and gluten-free nutrition guru Dr Kim Faulkner-Hogg to learn the answer! Kim touches on the most common misconceptions about gluten free diets and provides practical tips for fibre-filled, prebiotic-powered gluten free meals and snacks. She also gives her verdict on the controversial inclusion of oats in the gluten free diet.  For the shownotes: https://dietitianconnection.com/category/podcasts/ This podcast is not, and is not intended to be, medical advice, which should be tailored to your individual circumstances. This podcast is for your information only, and we advise that you exercise your own judgment before deciding to use the information provided. Professional medical advice should be obtained before takin

At least 50% us have gut problems some of the time, and about 15% of people experience chronic gut issues. Excitingly, new research is shining the spotlight on the power of probiotics in the gut health space. In this podcast with Dr Joanna McMillan, we discuss what defines these transient visitors to the gut, the importance of using evidence-based strains for specific ailments and how much is enough. Joanna also touches on the differences between probiotic supplements and foods that contain probiotics.  For the shownotes: https://dietitianconnection.com/category/podcasts/ This podcast is not, and is not intended to be, medical advice, which should be tailored to your individual circumstances. This podcast is for your information only, and we advise that you exercise your own judgment before deciding to use the information provided. Professional medical advice should be obtained before taking action. Please see here for terms and conditions: https://dietitianconnection.com/terms/

With the increasing focus on sustainable diets, how does this translate into consumer behaviour when making food choices and what are some practical messages that can make a real difference? In this podcast, Dr Joanna McMillan sits down with CSIRO researcher, Dr Brad Ridoutt and the CEO of Pollinate, Howard Parry-Husbands to discuss what the latest science tells us from an Australian perspective, what consumers are thinking and, most importantly, doing. Brad unpacks the complexity of sustainable diet research and discusses why reducing food waste is a priority. Howard highlights how the research can be translated into practical messages that resonate with consumers and how dietitians can help. For the shownotes: https://dietitianconnection.com/category/podcasts/ This podcast is not, and is not intended to be, medical advice, which should be tailored to your individual circumstances. This podcast is for your information only, and we advise that you exercise your own judgment before deciding to use the informat

While Exclusive Enteral Nutrition (EEN) is a first-line treatment for Crohn’s disease in a paediatric setting, it is used less frequently in adults. To learn more about EEN in adults, DC’s Jane Winter sat down with Advanced APD and Advanced Gastroenterology and ICU Team Leader, Liz Purcell. In the podcast, Liz pinpoints who is most likely to benefit from EEN, the considerations for a potential EEN patient and the key factors influencing treatment compliance. Liz also offers her top tips for encouraging patients to trial EEN and, subsequently, how she empowers these patients to improve their health outcomes and quality of life. For the shownotes: https://dietitianconnection.com/category/podcasts/ This podcast is not, and is not intended to be, medical advice, which should be tailored to your individual circumstances. This podcast is for your information only, and we advise that you exercise your own judgment before deciding to use the information provided. Professional medical advice should be obtained before

As dietitians, we know that nutrition plays a critical role in cancer care - but nutrition is only one part of the clinical care puzzle. For our latest podcast, we’re joined by Jenelle Loeliger, Louise Moodie and Lauren Atkins from the Clinical Oncology Society of Australia’s (COSA) nutrition group. Jenelle, Louise and Lauren discuss screening, assessment and treatment of cancer-related malnutrition and sarcopenia across the hospital, private practice and rural settings. They also highlight the importance of the multidisciplinary team in providing quality and comprehensive care to these patients. For the shownotes: https://dietitianconnection.com/category/podcasts/ This podcast is not, and is not intended to be, medical advice, which should be tailored to your individual circumstances. This podcast is for your information only, and we advise that you exercise your own judgment before deciding to use the information provided. Professional medical advice should be obtained before taking action. Please see here

Dr Anne Voss has had nothing short of an incredible career: from starting out in a hospital and working her way into research, to completing her PhD and most recently, editing the 2nd edition of Oncology Nutrition for Clinical Practice. In this podcast, Maree Ferguson sits down with Anne to discuss her remarkable career journey… including a stint where they got to work together at a medical nutrition company! Anne explains why she is so passionate about oncology and shares the many challenges she has overcome (and learnt from!) along the way. For the shownotes: https://dietitianconnection.com/category/podcasts/ This podcast is not, and is not intended to be, medical advice, which should be tailored to your individual circumstances. This podcast is for your information only, and we advise that you exercise your own judgment before deciding to use the information provided. Professional medical advice should be obtained before taking action. Please see here for terms and conditions: https://dietitianconnection.c

Can the food we eat truly influence our mental health and mood? In this podcast, DC’s Jane Winter sits down with Dr Wolfgang Marx from The Food & Mood Centre at Deakin University to find out! In the episode, Wolfgang explores the latest on the influence of diet on the gut and brain. He touches on different buzz words in the world of gut health, like pre- and probiotics, polyphenols and fermented foods, and explains how these impact mental health. He also highlights the importance of a healthy eating pattern for our gut, brain and overall health. For the shownotes: https://dietitianconnection.com/category/podcasts/ This podcast is not, and is not intended to be, medical advice, which should be tailored to your individual circumstances. This podcast is for your information only, and we advise that you exercise your own judgment before deciding to use the information provided. Professional medical advice should be obtained before taking action. Please see here for terms and conditions: https://dietitianconne

Can certain foods help reduce depression and anxiety, while improving overall mood? Join us and NBC’s Today Show nutrition and health expert Joy Bauer, RDN, to find out! In this accredited webinar, Joy speaks to psychiatric culinary-medicine specialist April Hackert, RDN, and Meghan Hockey, APD, from the Food and Mood Centre about the impact of nutrition on emotional, psychological and social well-being. April and Meghan will also share practical food-based protocols you can use while counseling patients with mental health conditions. For the shownotes: https://dietitianconnection.com/category/podcasts/ This podcast is not, and is not intended to be, medical advice, which should be tailored to your individual circumstances. This podcast is for your information only, and we advise that you exercise your own judgment before deciding to use the information provided. Professional medical advice should be obtained before taking action. Please see here for terms and conditions: https://dietitianconnection.com/terms

What does science say about intermittent fasting? Is it an effective weight management tool? Does it have applications in other health conditions? And how does it impact those who suffer from disordered eating? Join us and NBC’s Today Show nutrition and health expert Joy Bauer, RDN, to find out! In this accredited webinar, Joy speaks to researcher Dr Sofia Cienfuegos, RDN, and Cleveland Clinic’s Julia Zumpano, RDN, about the pros and cons of intermittent fasting within dietetic practice. Sofia and Julia will also share their thoughts on the best way to work with patients looking to adopt this popular way of eating. For the shownotes: https://dietitianconnection.com/category/podcasts/ This podcast is not, and is not intended to be, medical advice, which should be tailored to your individual circumstances. This podcast is for your information only, and we advise that you exercise your own judgment before deciding to use the information provided. Professional medical advice should be obtained before taking actio

Leading Australian chef and restaurateur Luke Mangan has cooked in some interesting places over the course of his decades-long career, but it wasn’t until recently that he could add ‘hospitals’ to that list. While it has been a learning curve, Luke says that it really isn’t any different to the way in which he has always approached cooking – pick fresh produce, cook it simply and serve it well. Sally McCray, Director of Dietetics and Foodservices at Mater Group in Brisbane has had plenty of experience working in kitchens and in hospitals, and saw an opportunity for the two professions to come together and deliver an Australian-first room service restaurant-style menu in a hospital. In this podcast, DC’s Maree Ferguson chats to Luke and Sally about the drivers and barriers associated with such an ambitious goal, how they have developed delicious menus that meet dietary requirements and why they are planning a kitchen garden on the hospital roof!   For the shownotes: https://dietitianconnection.com/category/pod

Chris Brady was a fit, healthy, hard-working exercise physiologist until five months ago when his life changed drastically within a five-day period. Chris was diagnosed with tongue cancer in a dentist appointment, and quickly went from being a clinician to a patient. In this podcast, Chris explains how the dietitians in his treatment team were far more than just a resource to help him with his food intake. We’re also joined by his dietitian, Teresa Brown who touches on her experience working with oncology patients and highlights the pivotal role of dietitians throughout all stages of the cancer process. For the shownotes: https://dietitianconnection.com/category/podcasts/ This podcast is not, and is not intended to be, medical advice, which should be tailored to your individual circumstances. This podcast is for your information only, and we advise that you exercise your own judgment before deciding to use the information provided. Professional medical advice should be obtained before taking action. Please se

Nine years after Dietitian Connection was born from a lightbulb moment, we now have a global audience of over 34,000 dietitians. Maree Ferguson was the one-woman driving force behind DC for its first few years, until Kate Agnew came along and worked under Maree’s wing. Kate’s first big project was to build the Dietitian Connection podcast – and now, 100 episodes later, Kate and Maree sit down to commemorate the tremendous milestone. In this podcast, the pair discuss the rollercoaster of life at DC, why no dream is too big and what Maree pinpoints as the biggest contributor to DC’s success. For the shownotes: https://dietitianconnection.com/category/podcasts/

Lina Breik is a dietitian with a decade of dietetic experience under her belt. Most of her career has been spent in the Intensive Care Unit, but more recently, she’s taken a step out of clinical work and into the world of management. Both of these experiences have given Lina great insight into the impact of malnutrition not only on patients themselves, but the entire hospital system. In this podcast, Lina chats about managing malnutrition in settings from the ICU to the community, and the ramifications of patients coming out of the ICU malnourished. Lina also touches on strategies dietitians can employ to reduce malnutrition in the hospital setting and provides advice for getting the malnutrition message heard. For the shownotes: https://dietitianconnection.com/category/podcasts/ This podcast is not, and is not intended to be, medical advice, which should be tailored to your individual circumstances. This podcast is for your information only, and we advise that you exercise your own judgment before deciding t

Rachel Hawkins is on a mission to shake up the healthcare industry. Through her podcast, Naked Chats, 6-week online course, Gramtini, and other online resources, Rachel helps allied health professionals navigate the ups and downs of building a successful virtual clinic. After struggling to find her feet when she first graduated from university, Rachel has now found her ‘why’ in helping business owners in the healthcare space manage marketing overwhelm. In this podcast, DC’s Kate Agnew chats to Rachel about leveraging Instagram, including why getting started is the hardest but greatest thing you can do, and how to avoid falling into the comparison trap. Rachel also touches on her biggest learnings, the mentors that helped shape her career path and what gives meaning to her day-to-day. Plus, Rachel shares the key values that underpin her business: empathy, connection and, interestingly, disruption. For the shownotes: https://dietitianconnection.com/category/podcasts/

Introducing Dietitian To Dietitian – a new accredited webinar series, hosted by NBC’s Today Show nutrition and health expert Joy Bauer, which delves into different ideas and perspectives on some of the hottest topics in Dietetics. In this episode, we dive into the question: Can traditional weight management and a Health At Every Size® approach coexist? Join us as Joy explores this topic along with lecturer and author of “The Active Calorie Diet” Leslie Bonci and Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor and Author of Unapologetic Eating Alissa Rumsey. For the shownotes: https://dietitianconnection.com/category/podcasts/ This podcast is not, and is not intended to be, medical advice, which should be tailored to your individual circumstances. This podcast is for your information only, and we advise that you exercise your own judgment before deciding to use the information provided. Professional medical advice should be obtained before taking action. Please see here for terms and conditions: https://dietitianconnecti

As dietitians, we are often not trained in the psychology of weight loss and therefore often only treat part of the puzzle. Unlike other disease-states, so much psychology is wrapped up in a weight loss journey and if clients are not seeing a psychologist, dietitians can play an essential role in this area. In this podcast, psychologist Glenn Mackintosh joins DC’s Jane Winter to talk about how we can better incorporate these essential conversations into our practice to ensure our clients are set-up for long term success. From identifying if a client is truly ready to embark on a weight loss journey to helping them zoom out from the scales and set realistic, holistic goals. We also touch on the defence mechanism that is emotional eating, how to make your clients aware of it, and why it’s important that clients do a social media spring clean to improve their relationship with their own body. For the shownotes: https://dietitianconnection.com/category/podcasts/ This podcast is not, and is not intended to be, med

Diabetes is the leading cause of kidney failure in Australia. In this podcast, DC’s Jane Winter chats to Anne-Marie Desai, a clinical specialist dietitian who has worked in the area of kidney nutrition for over 20 years. We delve into protein and energy requirements, potassium and phosphate basics, the importance of glycaemic control and a relatively new concept called NEAP (Net Endogenous Acid Production). In just 40 minutes, you’ll gain confidence in interpreting biochemistry and determining which of your diabetic clients would benefit from dietary modification to slow their progression to kidney failure. For the shownotes: https://dietitianconnection.com/category/podcasts/  This podcast is not, and is not intended to be, medical advice, which should be tailored to your individual circumstances. This podcast is for your information only, and we advise that you exercise your own judgment before deciding to use the information provided. Professional medical advice should be obtained before taking action.  Ple

Creating and maintaining great relationships is one of the best parts of the human experience, both personally and professionally – and that’s exactly why mentoring should be on everybody’s radar. Whether you’re a mentor or a mentee, mentoring can foster special relationships that lead to growth, development and empowerment. In this podcast, we chat to Julie Meyer, founder of Eat Well Global, about the key role mentoring has played in her career, how she believes she could have gotten further much faster if she tapped into the power of mentoring sooner and her experiences on both sides of the mentoring fence. For the shownotes: https://dietitianconnection.com/category/podcasts/