Insights with Ideal Nutrition

Tyler Brooks
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Welcome to Insights with Ideal Nutrition, hosted by Tyler Brooks, where he interviews a range of professionals across allied health, high-performance sports and other fields to bring the latest evidence and insights on various performance, health and nutrition topics.

  1. E47 - Eliza Freney: The Rugby Dietitian

    5D AGO

    E47 - Eliza Freney: The Rugby Dietitian

    Dietitian Tyler Brooks interviews Eliza Freney, a renowned sports dietitian working with the Australian Rugby Union. They discuss the intersection of nutrition and athletic performance, emphasizing the importance of clinical skills, individualized nutrition, and the role of supplements. Eliza shares her journey to working with elite athletes, foundational nutrition principles, and the significance of hydration, sleep, and anti-inflammatory foods, and much more!   (5:54) - Eliza's Journey to Working With the Wallabies (11:33) - Foundations of Nutrition for Athletes (15:10) - Electrolytes Supplements (18:31) - Higher Level Nurition Considerations for Athletes  (21:55) - Collagen Supplementation for Soft Tissue Injuries (27:24) - Supplements for Concussions (35:38) - The Importance of Omega 3s (41:00) - Extra Non-Negotiables for Athletes (43:13) - The Importance of Batch Tested Supplements for Athletes   Eliza Freney @therugbydietitian Tyler Brooks @lift_dietetics @insightswithidealnutrition

    51 min
  2. The Testosterone Booster Trap

    JAN 22

    The Testosterone Booster Trap

    Dietitian Tyler Brooks delves into the controversial topic of testosterone boosters, including the biological processes behind testosterone production; nutrients and supplements which may impact production; and supplements to be wary of.  (1:23) - Tyler's Stance on Testosterone Boosters (3:13) - How Testosterone is Created (8:01) - Assessing Testosterone Levels in Blood Tests (12:55) - Nutrients to Benefit Testosterone Levels (19:27) - Problematic "Testosterone Boosters" (29:39) - Testosterone Myths & Misconceptions (33:38) - Practical Takeaways for Testosterone Levels Tyler Brooks @lift_dietetics @insightswithidealnutrition

    39 min
  3. Vitamin Supplements for Athletes: Expensive Pee or Performance Enhancing?

    12/25/2025

    Vitamin Supplements for Athletes: Expensive Pee or Performance Enhancing?

    Dietitian Tyler Brooks dives deep into the world of micronutrients and their role in athletic performance. He discusses the differences between recommended daily intake (RDI) and optimal intake for athletes, emphasizing the importance of context for nutrient requirements and individualisation for supplementation. --- (00:46) - What are Micronutrients? (3:33) - Can I Get Enough Micronutrients From Food? (5:32) - The Role of Micronutrients & Requirements for Athletes (10:20) - B Vitamins (18:41) - Magnesium (20:45) - Omega-3s  (24:45) - Iron (26:44) - Antioxidant Nutrients: Vitamin C, E, Zinc (31:26) - Vitamin D (33:23) - Are Vitamin Supplements Worthwhile for Athletes? --- Tyler Brooks @lift_dietetics @insightswithidealnutrition

    37 min
  4. E44 - Rosalie Orr: Optimising Health and Performance

    12/11/2025

    E44 - Rosalie Orr: Optimising Health and Performance

    Dietitian Tyler Brooks interviews Rosalie Orr, a dietitian specialising in performance nutrition. They discuss Rosie's journey into nutrition; the importance of micronutrients; the role of GLP-1 medications in weight management; and the potential of stem cell therapy; as well as the emerging field of precision nutrition and the significance of blood testing for athletes to optimise their health and performance.   (1:24) - Background on Rosie  (8:04) - The Importance of Micronutrients in Dieting (14:49) - Risks and Benefits of GLP-1 Medications (23:36) - Precision Nutrition and Stem Cell Research (36:28) - The Challenges of Testing and Accuracy (38:48) - The Enhanced Games and Safe Performance Enhancements (47:43) - The Importance of Medical Checks for Athletes (52:48) - Developing Performance Labs for Accessible Testing   Rosalie Orr @the.performance.dietitian Tyler Brooks @lift_dietetics Insights @insightswithidealnutrition

    1h 6m
  5. Bodybuilding Coach Dan Yates: Reverse Dieting vs Recovery Dieting

    11/20/2025

    Bodybuilding Coach Dan Yates: Reverse Dieting vs Recovery Dieting

    Dietitian Tyler Brooks interviews ISN sports nutritionist and bodybuilding prep coach Dan Yates to unpack all things reverse dieting. Tyler and Dan discuss how to safely and successfully navigate returning to maintenance post-competition. (0:00) - Background on Dan (4:48) - What is the Post-Comp Reverse Diet? (7:54) - Metabolic Adaptation During Extended Dieting (11:49) - The Theory Behind Reverse Dieting (14:44) - Example Scenario of Reverse Dieting (20:17) - Macronutrient Targets (22:32) - Practical Applications of Recovery Dieting (26:16) - The Role of GLP-1 Drugs (30:45) - Training Changes for Reverse Dieting (34:35) - Managing the Post-Show Rebound (40:45) - Managing Recovery Diets For Men vs Women (42:17) - Markers for Recovery (45:36) - The Importance of Routine Post-Show (50:13) - Final Recommendations for Prep and Recovery @insightswithidealnutrition Tyler Brooks @lift_dietetics

    55 min
  6. Carb Loading: The Why, What, Who & How

    11/06/2025

    Carb Loading: The Why, What, Who & How

    Dietitian Tyler Brooks discusses the intricacies of carb loading, exploring the physiological and psychological benefits; which types of athletes can benefit; and practical guidelines for implementation. (1:57) - What Is Carb Loading? (3:54) - Additional Benefits of Carb Loading (5:11) - What Type of Athletes Can Benefit?   (10:17) - Benefits Outside of Endurance Sports (15:30) - Psychological Benefits of Carb Loading (19:41) - How to Carb Load: Carbohydrate Targets (23:28) - Types of Carbohydrate Foods (29:33) - The "Don'ts" of Carb Loading Tyler Brooks @lift_dietetics @insightswithidealnutrition

    33 min
  7. Sophie Rindfleish: Deep Dive on Disordered Eating

    10/23/2025

    Sophie Rindfleish: Deep Dive on Disordered Eating

    Eating Disorder Credentialed dietitian Sophie Rindfleish and dietitian Tyler Brooks share insights into disordered eating, including: foundational treatment frameworks; the intersection of disordered eating in sports; red flags to watch out for; and practical strategies for recovery. (1:41) - Background on Sophie (6:57) - The RAVES Model & General Approaches to Treatment (12:29) - The Role of Social & Psychological Support (19:44) - Navigating Disordered Eating in Sports  (26:02) - Red Flags for Disordered Eating  (31:19) - Cultivating Your Social Media Feed (36:54) - The Journey to Intuitive Eating (47:40) - The (Viral) 5 Blocks of Chocolate Method (52:16) - Where to Find Sophie @insightswithidealnutrition Tyler Brooks: @lift_dietetics Sophie Rindfleish: @healthybodhealthymind

    54 min
  8. "Quick" Fire Nutrition Q&A

    10/09/2025

    "Quick" Fire Nutrition Q&A

    Dietitian Tyler Brooks gives some (mostly) rapid-fire answers to recent nutrition questions, exploring the nuance behind calories and macros, certain supplements, processed foods before training and more! (0:36) - Why Don't You Provide Calories & Macros? (5:04) - Why Don't I Feel Any Different After Taking Creatine? (7:21) - Why Do Dietitians Recommend Highly Processed Foods Before Training? (9:17) - If You Could Only Take One Supplement for the Rest of Your Life, What Would It Be? (10:56) - What is HDL vs LDL Cholesterol and Can I Improve Them Through Diet? (17:22) - Is 1,600 Calories Too Low for Dieting? (20:34) - Should I Spend Time at Maintenance After Finishing a Cut/Bulk Cycle? (23:39) - What Supplements Should I Be Taking for Triathlon? @insightswithidealnutrition Tyler Brooks: @lift_dietetics

    29 min
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