Nutrition Science Bites with Professor Clare Collins AO

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Welcome to Nutrition Science Bites with your host, Professor Clare Collins, AO. Clare's expertise in nutrition research and science communication makes her the perfect dietitian to translate cutting-edge nutrition science into plain language, as well as what to eat and drink (and what to add to your supermarket trolley). The driver behind the website, No Money No Time, and author for 'The Conversation', Prof Clare's practical and informed nutrition advice rises above noisy fads to bring common sense to the important question - What’s for dinner? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 4d ago

    What to eat when you have high blood pressure - A Step by Step guide ...with Ilyse Jones

    Do you know your blood pressure numbers? I talk to Ilyse Jones about foods that influence #BloodPressure (BP) - plus practical tips for lowering #salt (sodium) intakes and boosting intake of foods rich in potassium. We discuss the importance of regular BP monitoring and how dietary changes can lower BP, because what you eat has a major impact on lowering BP related health risks, like heart disease, kidney disease and stroke. Key topics Blood pressure reading and what they meanHow to interpret systolic and diastolic numbersThe role of sodium and potassium in blood pressure regulationDietary strategies for managing high blood pressureImpact of processed foods and hidden saltPractical tips for reducing sodium intake and increasing potassiumRisks associated with hypertension and high blood pressureWhen to seek medical advice for blood pressure issues No Money No Time Resources Join our FREE 6-week guided online program to help Australians better understand blood pressure and support heart health. OPEN NOW - sign up here https://uoncourses.thinkific.com/courses/ai-placeholderTo access the Healthy Eating Quiz: Click on the top right hand 'green button' called 'How healthy is my diet' https://nomoneynotime.com.au/For a Personalised Food and Nutrient Assessment Report that compares your intake to National recommendation use our Australian Eating Survey - Heart Version. Purchase here https://uoncourses.thinkific.com/products/digital_downloads/new-digital-download-1Here's the link to the No Money No Time closed Facebook group (be sure to take the Healthy Eating Quiz first) https://www.facebook.com/groups/386824626838448Are you in a position to make donation to support our No Money No Time website? Donate here Our No Money No Time email: nmnt@newcastle.edu.au and our Nutrition Science Bites email: nutritionsciencebites@newcastle.edu.au Keywords: #blood pressure #nutrition #sodium #potassium #salt #highbloodpressure #hypertension #diet #health #bloodpressuremonitoring #hearthealth #ChronicKidneyDisease Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  2. Oct 12

    What are pre, pro, post and synbiotics! Are they good for you? with A/Prof Heidi Staudacher

    In this episode, Professor Clare Collins interviews Associate Professor Heidi Staudacher about the complexities of 'biotics', including probiotics, prebiotics, postbiotics, synbiotics and eubiotics. They discuss what each of these substances are, how they work, their sources, impacts on gut health and practical advice for using foods and supplements to improve gut health. Key Topics Differences between probiotics, prebiotics, postbiotics, and synbioticsSources of prebiotics in foods like onions, garlic, chicory, and legumesHow prebiotics and probiotics may benefit gut health and specific conditions like IBS and antibiotic-associated diarrheaEmerging research on postbiotics and potential health benefitsRole of short chain fatty acids in gut health and systemic effectsPractical dietary advice for supporting a healthy microbiomeImportance of consulting health professionals for personalized gut health strategies Resources Heidi's hamburger patty recipe https://nomoneynotime.com.au/healthy-easy-recipes/heidis-hamburger-pattiesGlobal guidelines for probiotics and prebiotics for gut health and disease https://isappscience.org/new-global-guidelines-for-probiotics-and-prebiotics-for-gut-health-and-disease/Find a Dietitian at GI DREAM (Gastrointestinal Dietitian's for Research, Education, Advocacy and Mentoring) https://www.gidream.org/findadietitianMore about FODMAPS https://www.monashfodmap.com/about-fodmap-and-ibs/ No Money No Time Resources To access the Healthy Eating Quiz: Click on the top right hand 'green button' called 'How healthy is my diet' https://nomoneynotime.com.au/Want a more Personalised Food, Nutrient Assessment Report? Use our Australian Eating Survey - Purchase here New Digital Download - UON Nutrition CoursesHere's the link to the No Money No Time closed Facebook group (be sure to take the Healthy Eating Quiz first) https://www.facebook.com/groups/386824626838448Are you in a position to make donation to support our No Money No Time website? Donate here Our No Money No Time email: nmnt@newcastle.edu.au and our Nutrition Science Bites email: nutritionsciencebites@newcastle.edu.au Keywords: #GutHealth #Probiotics #Prebiotics #Postbiotics #Synbiotics #Eubiotics, #Microbiome #Nutrition, #GutDisorders #DietaryFiber #FermentedFood Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  3. Oct 5

    Plastic in food? Results from the PERTH low plastic diet trial ...with Dr Amelia Harray

    In this Nutrition Science Bites episode I talk with Dr. Amelia Harray about results from the Perth low plastic diet trial. We cover how reducing plastic exposure means selecting particular foods, packaging and personal care products. We discuss the effect of plastics on health, and how reducing plastic exposure can impact heart health and fertility. This episode highlights practical steps to minimize plastic chemicals in daily life and the importance of future research in helping minimising exposure to plastics. Key topics Findings from the Perth Low Plastic Diet trialEveryday sources of plastic chemicalsImpact of plastic chemicals on heart healthPlastic chemicals and reproductive healthStrategies to reduce plastic exposure from food and personal care productsRole of food packaging and kitchenware in plastic exposureHow body fat stored contribute to storing plastic chemicalsFuture research directions on plastics and health Resources Nutrition Science Bites plastics episode #1 - Are there microplastics in my food and does it matter? with Dr Amelia Harray https://shorturl.at/Jg5l8No Money No Time: Microwaving foods… is it safe and healthy? https://shorturl.at/lZJz3The PERTH trial: Read the full paper here: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41591-026-04324-7 Harray, et al. Low-plastic diet and urinary levels of plastic-associated phthalates and bisphenols: the randomized controlled PERTH Trial. Nat Med 32, 1871–1883 (2026). No Money No Time Resources To access the Healthy Eating Quiz: Click on the top right hand 'green button' called 'How healthy is my diet' https://nomoneynotime.com.au/Want a more Personalised Food, Nutrient Assessment Report? Use our Australian Eating Survey - Purchase here New Digital Download - UON Nutrition CoursesHere's the link to the No Money No Time closed Facebook group (be sure to take the Healthy Eating Quiz first) https://www.facebook.com/groups/386824626838448Are you in a position to make donation to support our No Money No Time website? Donate here Our No Money No Time email: nmnt@newcastle.edu.au and our Nutrition Science Bites email: nutritionsciencebites@newcastle.edu.au Are you in a position to make donation to support our No Money No Time website? Donate here Keywords: #plastics, #health, #PerthTrial, #SustainableDiets, #EndocrineDisruptors, #BisphenolA, #PlasticChemicals, #Nutrition, #EnvironmentalHealth, #Fertility, #LowPlasticDiet, #NutritionScienceBites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  4. Sep 30

    Fuel like a grand finalist! Food matters for sports performance... with Dr Rebecca Haslam

    It's Grand Final week, and whether you're taking the field, hitting the gym, or cheering from the sidelines, nutrition can play a big role in helping you perform at your best. In this episode, we dive into the world of sports nutrition with Dr Rebecca Haslam, an Accredited Practising Dietitian, Accredited Sports Dietitian and leading expert in athlete nutrition. We unpack what athletes should eat before, during and after exercise, common sports nutrition myths, and practical tips to help fuel performance and recovery at any level of sport. Whether you're chasing a premiership, a personal best or simply looking to get more from your training, this episode is packed with evidence-based advice to help you fuel with confidence. No Money No Time Resources No Money No Time Game Day Pizza Scrolls: https://nomoneynotime.com.au/healthy-easy-recipes/knights-pizza-scrolls No Money No Time Supplements for Better Sports Performance https://nomoneynotime.com.au/hacks-myths-faqs/supplements-for-better-sports-performanceNo Money No Time How Can The Foods you Eat Affect Sports Performance https://nomoneynotime.com.au/hacks-myths-faqs/how-can-the-foods-you-eat-effect-your-sports-performanceNutrition Science Bites Podcast Should you Take Sports Supplements https://nomoneynotime.com.au/podcasts/should-you-take-sports-supplements-like-creatine-pickle-juice-beta-alanine-coq10-or-vitamins To access the Healthy Eating Quiz: Click on the top right hand 'green button' called 'How healthy is my diet' https://nomoneynotime.com.au/ Want a more Personalised Food, Nutrient Assessment Report? Use our Australian Eating Survey - Purchase here New Digital Download - UON Nutrition Courses Here's the link to the No Money No Time closed Facebook group (be sure to take the Healthy Eating Quiz first) https://www.facebook.com/groups/386824626838448 Our No Money No Time email: nmnt@newcastle.edu.au and our Nutrition Science Bites email: nutritionsciencebites@newcastle.edu.au Visit Dr Rebecca Haslam's Nutrient Nation website here and Instagram here. #NutritionScienceBites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  5. Sep 28

    What are peptides? Does injecting them make you stronger, youthful, slim? ... with Dr Timothy Piatkowski

    Prof Clare Collins talks to Dr Tim Piatkowski from the University of Queensland about the rise of illicit peptide injections. They discuss what peptides are, the claims about them making you stronger, being anti-aging and helping with weight loss and the importance of medical supervision. They also cover the risks of purchasing products online and how online marketing and easy access are fueling a growing demand, especially among young people, and what can be done to improve safety and awareness. Key topics Rise of illicit peptide injections and their health risksOnline marketing and social media influence on peptide useLegal pathways and medical supervision for peptide usePrevalence of peptide use among different demographicsRisks of unregulated peptide products and potential health harmsThe lack of rigorous clinical trials for many peptidesImpact of peptides on cancer risk and other health conditionsStrategies for harm reduction and education for young people Resources: Journal Article Piatkowski, T., Ganson, K., & Nagata, J. (2026). Illicit Injectable Peptides and Regulatory Gaps. Journal of the American Medical Association - JAMA. 336;(3):189-190. https://doi.org/10.1001/jama.2026.10690Free and confidential helpline - Peer Qnect provides support to people who use substances, including those using anabolic steroids & other performance enhancing drugs, people on the opioid treatment program or seeking opioid treatment across QLD. Phone: 1800 175 889 Opening hours: Mon – Fri 9am-4pm Peer Qnect also provides training for prescribers, clinics and relevant community services Email: peerqnect@quivaa.org.au Email for Peptides/Steroids: sonyaw@quivaa.org.au No Money No Time Resources Nutrition Science Bites Podcast Should You Take Sports Supplements? with Sports Dietitians Australia President Sally Walker.To access the Healthy Eating Quiz: Click on the top right hand 'green button' called 'How healthy is my diet' https://nomoneynotime.com.au/Want a more Personalised Food, Nutrient Assessment Report? Use our Australian Eating Survey - Purchase here New Digital Download - UON Nutrition CoursesHere's the link to the No Money No Time closed Facebook group (be sure to take the Healthy Eating Quiz first) https://www.facebook.com/groups/386824626838448Are you in a position to make donation to support our No Money No Time website? Donate here Our No Money No Time email: nmnt@newcastle.edu.au and our Nutrition Science Bites email: nutritionsciencebites@newcastle.edu.au Keywords: #peptides, #illicitdrugs, #healthrisks, #onlinemarket, #medicalsupervision, #youngpeople, #drugregulation, #peptideefficacy, #harmreduction, #retatrutide, #GLP1, #NutritionScienceBites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  6. Sep 21

    How do you spot 'fake' nutrition news? ...with Alex Ruani

    In this episode, Prof Clare Collins talks with Alex Ruani from University College London in the UK about the complexities of misinformation, especially in nutrition. They discuss how online platforms could better regulate inaccurate content through risk assessments and expert involvement. Key topics covered include:- Definition of misinformation beyond falsehoodsMisleadingness and its effects on health decisionsPrevalence of nutrition misinformation onlineImpact of social media algorithms on misinformation spreadThe importance of expert-led risk assessmentsRegulatory approaches to online misinformationThe role of platforms in promoting accurate informationTools for detecting and mitigating harmful content Resources Research paper on development of the Diet-Misinformation Tool. Ruani, et al. Development and validation of a tool for detecting misinformation risk in diet, nutrition, and health content (Diet-MisRAT). Sci Rep. 2026 Mar 27;16(1):9207. No Money No Time: How to Spot Misleading Nutrition Advice Online. https://nomoneynotime.com.au/hacks-myths-faqs/how-to-spot-misleading-nutrition-advice-onlineTo access the Healthy Eating Quiz: Click on the top right hand 'green button' called 'How healthy is my diet' https://nomoneynotime.com.au/Want a more Personalised Food, Nutrient Assessment Report? Use our Australian Eating Survey - New Digital Download - UON Nutrition CoursesAre you in a position to make donation to support our No Money No Time website? Donate here Here's the link to the No Money No Time closed Facebook group (be sure to take the Healthy Eating Quiz first) https://www.facebook.com/groups/386824626838448 Our No Money No Time email: nmnt@newcastle.edu.au and our Nutrition Science Bites email: nutritionsciencebites@newcastle.edu.au Keywords: #misinformation, #nutrition, #onlinesafety, #riskassessment, #socialmedia, #healthmisinformation, #regulation, #AI, #platformresponsibility Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  7. Sep 14

    Does what you eat affect fatigue levels and vice versa? with Dr Trent Watson

    In this episode Prof Clare Collins talks with Dr Trent Watson, Managing Director of Ethos Health about how nutrition impacts fatigue, especially in high-risk workplaces like mining. They cover how fatigue extends beyond feeling sleepy or drowsy, how sleep disruption affects hunger hormones and the impact of alcohol on REM sleep and sleep aponea risk. The discussion includes practical strategies to manage fatigue through diet, sleep, and workplace technology and emphasizes the importance of tailored solutions. Dr Trent's 5 top nutrition tips to beat fatigue include, eat light overnight, use breakfast to get a head start, pack a lunch box, have a caffeine strategy and be alcohol wise! Key topics The impact of shift work and environment on fatigueDefinition and characteristics of fatigueHow sleep and nutrition interact to influence fatigueTechnologies used to monitor and manage fatiguePractical dietary strategies for fatigue management Resources Ethos Health Fatigue Tech https://tech.ethoshealth.com.au/fatiguetech/No Money No Time 'Tired all the time? Your diet could be part of the picture' https://nomoneynotime.com.au/hacks-myths-faqs/tired-all-the-time-your-diet-could-be-part-of-the-pictureTo access the Healthy Eating Quiz: Click on the top right hand 'green button' called 'How healthy is my diet' https://nomoneynotime.com.au/Want a more Personalised Food, Nutrient Assessment Report? Use our Australian Eating Survey - Purchase here New Digital Download - UON Nutrition Courses Are you in a position to make donation to support our No Money No Time website? Donate here Here's the link to the No Money No Time closed Facebook group (be sure to take the Healthy Eating Quiz first) https://www.facebook.com/groups/386824626838448 Our No Money No Time email: nmnt@newcastle.edu.au and our Nutrition Science Bites email: nutritionsciencebites@newcastle.edu.au Keywords: #fatigue, #nutrition, #sleep, #workplacehealth, #shiftwork, #safety, #diet, #fatiguemanagement, #EthosHealth, #healthstrategies, #NutritionScienceBites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  8. Sep 7

    What is the NiMe Diet and is it good for your microbiome and health? ...with Prof Jens Walter

    In this episode, Prof Clare Collins chats with Prof Jens Walter about the development of the NiMe (non-industrial microbiome restore) diet and key research findings from a study where people were fed this diet for 3 weeks. They exploring how the NiMe diet influences the microbiome and how it affects metabolic pathways related to gut health, inflammation, cancer, heart disease and brain health. Discover how traditional diets from Papua New Guinea inspired a modern approach to nutrition support for gut health and disease prevention. Key topics Development of the NEMI diet and its inspiration from traditional non-industrialized population dietary patternsDifferences in microbiome species between industrialized and non-industrialized societiesRole of dietary fiber and microbiome diversity in healthChallenges and findings from the NEMI diet intervention studyImplications of microbiome research for chronic disease prevention No Money No Time article on the NiMe Diet https://nomoneynotime.com.au/hacks-myths-faqs/what-is-the-nime-diet-and-should-you-be-following-it No Money No Time NiMe-style pork stir fry recipe: https://nomoneynotime.com.au/healthy-easy-recipes/nime-style-pork-stir-fry Link to the full NiMe research paper here https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39855197/ To access the Healthy Eating Quiz: Click on the top right hand 'green button' called 'How healthy is my diet' https://nomoneynotime.com.au/ Want a more Personalised Food, Nutrient Assessment Report? Use our Australian Eating Survey - Purchase here New Digital Download - UON Nutrition Courses Are you in a position to make donation to support our No Money No Time website? Donate here Here's the link to the No Money No Time closed Facebook group (be sure to take the Healthy Eating Quiz first) https://www.facebook.com/groups/386824626838448 Our No Money No Time email: nmnt@newcastle.edu.au and our Nutrition Science Bites email: nutritionsciencebites@newcastle.edu.au Keywords: #microbiome, #diet, #health, #NEMI, #PapuaNewGuinea, #gutbacteria, #fiber, #chronicdisease, #microbiomerestoration, #industrialization, #guthealth, #bowelcancer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Welcome to Nutrition Science Bites with your host, Professor Clare Collins, AO. Clare's expertise in nutrition research and science communication makes her the perfect dietitian to translate cutting-edge nutrition science into plain language, as well as what to eat and drink (and what to add to your supermarket trolley). The driver behind the website, No Money No Time, and author for 'The Conversation', Prof Clare's practical and informed nutrition advice rises above noisy fads to bring common sense to the important question - What’s for dinner? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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