Nualtra: Dietitian Cafe #RD2B

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Welcome to The Dietitian Café RD2B, a podcast from Nualtra for dietetics students and aspiring dietitians, bringing honest conversations and practical insights into what it’s really like to train and work as a dietitian. From clinical nutrition and public health to critical thinking, employability and life as a student or newly qualified dietitian, we explore the many facets of the profession alongside fellow students, early-career dietitians and expert voices. And who better to lead these conversations than someone navigating the journey themselves?  This season, we’re delighted to welcome Giselle, a final-year MSc Dietetics student at King’s College London, who also holds a BSc in Nutrition (International) from the University of Leeds. Having a year’s experience studying Human Nutrition at the University of Kentucky and undertaking NHS placements, nutrition research and volunteering, Giselle brings a broad perspective on nutrition and healthcare, alongside a passion for making nutrition accessible, practical and relevant to people from all backgrounds. As host of The Dietitian Café RD2B, she’s looking forward to exploring the diverse opportunities within dietetics and sharing insightful, inspiring conversations with voices from across the profession.

  1. 9 Oct ·  Video

    Negotiation: A Skill Dietitians Need to Learn with Ro Huntriss

    For this episode, I am welcoming Ro Huntriss a consultant dietitian and nutritionist, to explore how negotiation can help dietitians advocate for patients, manage competing priorities, ask for opportunities and navigate conversations across the NHS, private practice and commercial settings.  Ro Huntriss is a Registered Dietitian with 15 years of experience across clinical, commercial and digital health settings. After beginning her career in the NHS, she moved into European health technology and is now Chief Nutrition Officer at Simple Life, an AI-powered weight-loss app with one million subscribers globally and a core user base in the US. Ro founded her first business in 2013 and now runs two nutrition-focused businesses, working with patients, healthcare professionals, brands and organisations. A four-time BDA Award-winning dietitian, she is also a prominent voice in women’s health. She chairs the British Dietetic Association’s Women’s Health and Fertility Specialist Group and is the founder of Fertility Dietitian UK. I’ve been really looking forward to this conversation; I know that many people will be really interested to hear more about negotiation as a skill that dietitians use every day and yet it’s rarely taught as part of training. Together, we’re going be discussing how preparation, clear communication, and finding common ground can help dietitians approach these difficult conversations with confidence, recognise their value and advocate effectively for themselves and their patients. By the end of the episode, you will have a better understanding of negotiation as a transferable skill that can help you communicate confidently and navigate difficult conversations. Link in show notes: Instagram: @dietitianro

  2. 12 Aug

    Season 5 Finale: Your Questions Answered

    Throughout this season, our listeners have been sending in some brilliant questions for our guests to answer. So in this special episode, we're bringing those answers together in one place. We cover the steps you may want to take if you'd like to pursue a career in marketing, whether working in the NHS is essential for a successful career, how to best prepare for placement, and much more. This episode has been shaped by our brilliant listeners, so I hope you enjoy it. As we come to the end of this season, I’d just like to say a huge thank you for listening along. Hosting this season has been such a privilege, and I’ve felt incredibly lucky to have had so many inspiring conversations with our expert guests. If you’ve enjoyed Season 5, don’t forget to subscribe. And if you enjoyed today’s episode, please leave us a review, it really helps other student dietitians discover the podcast. You can also follow @Nualtra on social media to stay up to date with the launch of Season 6 later this summer. We’ll see you in Season 6!

  3. 8 Jul

    Fuelling Female Athletes: Performance, Health & RED-S Explained with Elle Kelly

    What does it really take to fuel active females for both health and performance? Exercise places specific demands on the body, and getting nutrition wrong can have serious consequences, from underperformance to long-term health risks. In this episode, I’m joined by Elle Kelly, a registered dietitian specialising in disordered eating and sports nutrition. She is the founder of Elle Kelly Nutrition, a private practice dedicated to helping people improve their relationship with food while supporting health and performance. Elle previously worked as the sole dietitian in a specialist eating disorder hospital and has since supported hundreds of clients through private practice. Elle has a master’s in applied sports nutrition, and is passionate about supporting active women to improve their relationship with food and exercise whilst optimising their health and supporting their training. Together, we unpack the key considerations for working with active females, explore how poor relationships with food can undermine athletic outcomes, and break down the concept of Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport. Elle also shares practical insights into the nutrients and strategies most relevant for active females.  Show notes: @ellekellynutrition – Elle’s Instagram  https://eknutrition.com/about/ - Elle’s website

  4. 12 Jun

    Communicating with Medical Staff: Building Confidence on Placement with Dr Grace Monori

    Have you Ever felt nervous about speaking to doctors or other medical staff on placement? You’re definitely not alone. Many student dietitians struggle with confidence in these moments, but learning how to communicate effectively is a key skill for both placement success and your future career. In this episode, I’m joined by Dr Grace Monori. Grace is a registered dietitian and medical doctor, currently working as a Public Health Medicine Specialist Registrar in Surrey. Grace qualified as a dietitian in 2015 and went on to work at King’s College Hospital and the Royal Marsden Hospital, specialising in Haematology and Oncology. Grace qualified as a doctor in 2021, before completing her foundation training at Frimley Park Hospital. Grace now specialises in Public Health Medicine. She has published research with a focus on Mendelian Randomisation, and has also worked as a guest lecturer at the University of Surrey for both dietetics, nutrition and medical students. Together, we discuss what a doctor’s typical day actually looks like, why miscommunication between healthcare professionals can happen, and practical ways to build confidence when handing over information or making clinical recommendations. By the end of the episode, you’ll have a clearer understanding of how to approach interprofessional communication, how to get your message across under pressure, and why these skills can make such a difference to both patient care and your own professional development.

  5. 24 Apr

    The Rise of GLP-1 and What a Career in Weight Management Really Looks Like with Jo Hollington

    GLP-1 medications are everywhere right now, from headlines and social media to clinical practice, and they’re rapidly changing the conversation around weight management. But what do they actually do, and what do they mean for you as a future dietitian? In this episode, I’m joined by Jo Hollington, a principal dietitian and dietetic lead for the tier 3 and 4 weight management service at Guys & St. Thomas NHS Trust. Jo also works privately as a consultant dietitian in obesity management, as well as working alongside bariatric surgeons to provide peri-operative nutrition support to bariatric surgical patients. Jo explains how GLP-1 medications work, their impact on appetite and nutrient absorption, and the vital role dietitians play in supporting patients who are using them. We also discuss the impacts of GLP-1 use in healthy populations, from physical side effects to the potential impact on mental well-being. Alongside this, Jo shares what a career in weight management really looks like: the skills you’ll need, the realities of day-to-day practice, and how you can start preparing now if this is a pathway you want to pursue.

  6. 8 Apr

    Exploring ARFID: What Every RD2B Should Know

    Have you ever come across a patient on placement who avoids entire food groups or eats only a handful of foods, and wondered whether it’s more than just “picky eating”? That’s where Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder - or ARFID – may come in. Despite its growing presence in clinical services, university teaching on ARFID is often limited, so this episode aims to build that awareness and highlight the specialist roles involved in its management. To help us unpack all of this, I’m joined by two fantastic guests. Clare Thornton-Wood is currently Principal Dietitian at a hospital on the south coast and is Vice Chair of the BDA ARFID Sub Group. Until 2023 she was a Clinical Dietetic Lead at Great Ormond Street Hospital and was one of the authors of the BDA ARFID Position Statement. Clare has been a BDA Media spokesperson for many years and won the title of 'Spokesperson of the Year' in 2023 and 2019. Gillian Farren is the Professional Lead for Dietetics within NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde’s Specialist Children’s Services. She oversees a diverse team of dietitians working across acute and community mental health, specialist eating disorder and neurodevelopmental services. Gillian has a particular interest in ARFID and leads service‑wide development work to strengthen dietetic roles within multidisciplinary teams supporting children and young people with complex feeding presentations. With a background spanning acute paediatrics, primary care, public health and strategic leadership, she is passionate about advancing evidence‑based dietetic practice and supporting the next generation of children’s dietitians. Together, we’ll explore what ARFID actually is, who is most often affected, how the MDT works together, and the opportunities available for students who want to expand their learning. Show notes: ARFID Awareness UK https://www.arfidawarenessuk.org/  BDA ARFID Sub Group https://www.bda.uk.com/specialist-groups-and-branches/mental-health-specialist-group/arfid-specialist-sub-group.html

  7. 11 Feb

    Beyond the NHS: A Student Guide to Careers in Private Practice with Sarah Almond Bushell

    For most student dietitians, the NHS feels like the obvious career pathway. But what about private practice? More and more dietitians are setting up their own businesses, working directly with clients, and building brands that make evidence-based nutrition more accessible. The idea can feel a bit intimidating when you’re still at uni. So what does private practice actually involve, and how do you get there? Today’s guest is living proof that you don’t have to follow the traditional path to have a meaningful, successful career in dietetics. Sarah Almond Bushell is an award-winning Dietitian, paediatric specialist, and business mentor who has built two six-figure online businesses — one in children’s nutrition and the other coaching dietitians in business. She also holds certifications in mindset coaching, online marketing, advertising & sales strategy. This is a rare chance for students to explore the business side of dietetics. You’ll hear how Sarah carved out a career that blends evidence-based practice with creativity, how she turned her experience into a coaching business for fellow Dietitians - and what she wishes student dietitians knew sooner about career possibilities. Show notes: Website: https://www.sarahalmondbushell.com/  Instagram: @dietitiansinbusiness Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/beyond-the-clinic/id1745944574

  8. 21 Jan

    Plant-Based Children: Insights from Paediatric Dietitian Paula Hallam

    More and more families are choosing to follow plant-based diets, but are they safe and nourishing for children? For many student dietitians, paediatrics - and plant-based nutrition in particular - can feel like an area we only just skim the surface of during training, and confidence can be low when it’s time to apply this knowledge in practice. To unpack the evidence behind this topic, I’m joined by specialist paediatric dietitian Paula Hallam. With over 20 years of experience in children’s nutrition, Paula is the founder of Plant Based Kids, and author of Plant Powered Little People. In today’s episode Paula will be sharing her career journey, why she chose to specialise in plant-based diets, and what it takes to thrive in paediatric dietetics.  Show notes: https://plantbased-kids.com/ @plantbasedkids.uk Resources: Plant Powered Little People (book) -  https://plantbased-kids.com/plant-powered-little-people-paula-hallam/  The Vegan Society - https://www.vegansociety.com/  The Vegetarian Society - https://vegsoc.org/  Plant Based Health Professionals - https://plantbasedhealthprofessionals.com/  Plant Based Nutrition Course (online) - https://www.winchester.ac.uk/study/Short-courses/Courses/Plant-based-Nutrition/

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Welcome to The Dietitian Café RD2B, a podcast from Nualtra for dietetics students and aspiring dietitians, bringing honest conversations and practical insights into what it’s really like to train and work as a dietitian. From clinical nutrition and public health to critical thinking, employability and life as a student or newly qualified dietitian, we explore the many facets of the profession alongside fellow students, early-career dietitians and expert voices. And who better to lead these conversations than someone navigating the journey themselves?  This season, we’re delighted to welcome Giselle, a final-year MSc Dietetics student at King’s College London, who also holds a BSc in Nutrition (International) from the University of Leeds. Having a year’s experience studying Human Nutrition at the University of Kentucky and undertaking NHS placements, nutrition research and volunteering, Giselle brings a broad perspective on nutrition and healthcare, alongside a passion for making nutrition accessible, practical and relevant to people from all backgrounds. As host of The Dietitian Café RD2B, she’s looking forward to exploring the diverse opportunities within dietetics and sharing insightful, inspiring conversations with voices from across the profession.

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    2021 - 2026
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