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. 3D AGO

    10 nutrition questions women commonly ask about menopause ...with Dr Rebecca Haslam

    In this conversation Prof Clare Collins and Dr Rebecca Haslam discuss the menopause and the 10 common questions women ask focusing on nutrition, weight management, and health strategies for women undergoing the menopause transition. They explore stages of menopause, common symptoms and importance of awareness and education. The discussion also covers nutrition challenges ,diet, the role of protein, phytoestrogens, calcium, and vitamin D, as well as the impact of supplements targeting menopause and dieting strategies. The conversation emphasizes the need for ongoing support and proactive health management for women in this life stage. Key Takeaway Messages include:- There's much more awareness around menopause now.Menopause has distinct stages: perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause.Nutrition plays a crucial role in managing menopause symptoms.Weight gain during menopause is common and often hormonal.Individualized support is key for weight management.Fatigue is a common symptom during menopause.Protein intake may need to be higher during menopause.Phytoestrogens may not be effective for everyone.Calcium is vital for bone health during menopause.Regular check-ups with a GP are important for women in their 40s. NMNT Food and Mood Diary Join the NMNT closed Facebook group To access the Healthy Eating Quiz: Go to our No Money No Time website and click on the top right hand 'green button' called 'How healthy is my diet' Want a more Personalised Food, Nutrient Assessment Report? Use our Australian Eating Survey - For a 50% discount enter the 'DietCheck' code at the checkout! Purchase 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 #menopause, #perimenopause, #nutrition, #weightgain, #protein, #phytoestrogens, #calcium, #vitaminD, #supplements, #magnesium, #dietingstrategies, #healthawareness, #weightloss Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    44 min

  2. OCT 10

    Can Food and Nutrition help with Exam performance? #SpoilerAlert YES with Ilyse Jones

    In this conversation, Prof Clare Collins and Ilyse discuss essential strategies for students preparing for exams, focusing on nutrition, hydration, sleep, and stress management. They emphasize the importance of brain health, the role of specific foods, chewing and hydration in enhancing concentration and memory, and the need for proper meal planning and timing. The discussion also highlights the significance of sleep and the psychological aspects of exam preparation, encouraging students to find their own calming routines and reminding them that exam results do not define their future success. NMNT Eat to beat exams: https://nomoneynotime.com.au/hacks-myths-faqs/eat-to-beat-exams-2 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 - For a 50% discount enter the 'DietCheck' code at the checkout! Purchase here https://australianeatingsurvey.com.au/ 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  Are you in a position to make donation to support our No Money No Time website? Donate here Keywords #exams, #exampreparation, #nutrition, #brainhealth, #hydration, #anxiety, #caffeine, #mealplanning, #sleep, #stressmanagement, #studentsuccess, #examtips, #examstress, #brainfood, #chewinggum, #chewing, #tea, #Ltheanine, #study, #brain Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    29 min

  3. OCT 6

    Would you volunteer to eat exclusively ultra-processed foods for a research experiment? ...with Dr Samuel Dicken

    In this conversation, Professor Clare Collins interviews Dr Samuel Dicken from University College London about ultra-processed foods, the definitions and results of his research study that compared what happened when people were fed only ultra-processed or minimally processed diets for 8 weeks. Their discussion highlights how much ultra-processed foods people now usually eat, association with health issues, and the need for better research and practical guides to help people. Dr Dicken shares insights from his study, which showed significant differences in weight loss and health outcomes between the two dietary patterns, emphasizing the importance of addressing the food system, food manufacturing, reformulation and strategies to help people eat healthily. Link to Dr Dicken's research study here More on ultra-processed foods: No Money No Time Ultra-Processed, Ultra-Common: What are Australians Eating? To access the Healthy Eating Quiz: Go to our No Money No Time website and 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 - For a 50% discount enter the 'DietCheck' code at the checkout! Purchase here https://australianeatingsurvey.com.au/ 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  Are you in a position to make donation to support our No Money No Time website? Donate here Keywords: #ultraprocessedfood, #health, #nutrition, #dietaryguidelines, #obesity, #food additives, #nutritionresearch, #healthoutcomes, #foodpolicy, #dietarypatterns, #NutritionScienceBites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    36 min

  4. SEP 29

    Does what you eat (or don't eat) affect your fertility? with Dr Shelley Wilkinson

    In this episode of Nutrition Science Bites, Prof Clare Collins and Dr Shelley Wilkinson discuss the critical relationship between nutrition and fertility. They explore definitions of fertility and infertility, the impact of lifestyle and dietary choices on fertility, and specific recommendations for women and men trying to conceive. The conversation emphasizes the importance of a balanced diet, the role of supplements, and the need for professional guidance in optimizing fertility through nutrition. 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 - For a 50% discount enter the 'DietCheck' code at the checkout! Purchase here https://australianeatingsurvey.com.au/ 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  Are you in a position to make donation to support our No Money No Time website? Donate here Keywords #nutrition, #fertility, #infertility, #diet, #supplements, #IVF, #maternalhealth, #lifestyle, #pregnancy, #healthguidelines, #NutritionScienceBites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    35 min

  5. SEP 24

    Does ADHD affect what you eat - or vice versa? ...with Dr Rebecca Collins

    Summary In this episode, I talk with Dr Rebecca Collins about the complexities of ADHD, including its diagnosis, prevalence, and the differences in presentation between genders. We discuss the relationship between nutrition and ADHD, highlighting her research on dietary patterns in adults with ADHD. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding how ADHD affects eating habits and Dr Rebecca offers practical tips for managing nutrition. Additionally, Dr Rebecca talks about a research she is currently recruiting for and the link is included in the show notes. CALLING ADULTS WITH ADHD to JOIN a RESEARCH STUDY on NUTRITION! Would you like a personalised dietary feedback report, the chance to win one of three $100 gift vouchers and to positively influence health outcomes for adults with ADHD? Access the study here: https://tinyurl.com/ADHD-Diet This project has been approved by the University’s Human Research Ethics Committee, Approval no. H-2025-0228 Australasian ADHD Professionals Association (AADPA): Free resources for families, educators &adults https://aadpa.com.au/adhd-medication-shortage-information-for-families-educators-and-adults/ 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 - For a 50% discount enter the 'DietCheck' code at the checkout! Purchase here https://australianeatingsurvey.com.au/ 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  Are you in a position to make donation to support our No Money No Time website? Donate here Keywords #ADHD, #nutrition, #diagnosis, #prevalence, #genderdifferences, #dietaryintake, #nutritionresearch, #AdultswithADHD, #practicaltips, #recipe, #NutritionScienceBites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    32 min

  6. SEP 22

    Can a plant-based diet prevent (or slow down) kidney disease? ...with Associate Professor Kelly Lambert

    In this conversation, Professor Clare Collins speaks with Associate Professor Kelly Lambert about the increasing prevalence of kidney disease, the risk factors, like high blood pressure and diabetes, and the importance of nutrition in managing kidney health. They discuss chronic kidney disease, the significance of protein in urine, blood tests for kidney function, the role of medications and the important role of nutrition for kidney health. A/Prof Kelly emphasizes the benefits of plant-based diets and how they help improve the microbiome and also reduce the production of toxins by gut microbes that can damage the kidneys. They discuss how dietary recommendations for kidney disease vary by stage and focus on managing other health condition as well and how plant-based diets can help manage kidney disease and improve overall health. They also cover acid-base balance and the double-edged sword of potassium because both are affected by diet and impact on kidney function. A/Prof Lambert highlights the need for regular nutrition reviews to help people with kidney disease adapt to any changes in their kidney function and health conditions in order to optimise kidney health and wellbeing. Medicine Today Diabetic kidney disease: the four pillars of therapy https://medicinetoday.com.au/mt/2024/december/feature-article/diabetic-kidney-disease-four-pillars-therapy Try Kelly's Baked Marinated Chicken recipe: https://nomoneynotime.com.au/healthy-easy-recipes/kellys-baked-marinated-chicken 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 - For a 50% discount enter the 'DietCheck' code at the checkout! Purchase here https://australianeatingsurvey.com.au/ 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  Are you in a position to make donation to support our No Money No Time website? Donate here Keywords #kidneyhealth, #chronickidneydisease, #nutrition, #dietitian, #kidneyfunction, #renalfunction, #protein, #bloodtests, #riskfactors, #medications, #plantbaseddiet, #NutritionScienceBites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    38 min

  7. SEP 15

    Does what you eat matter for brain health and dementia risk? with Dr Puja Agarwal

    In this episode of Nutrition Science Bites I talk with Dr Puja Agarwal about the relationship between nutrition, brain health and dementia. We discuss the MIND diet, which combines elements of both the Mediterranean and DASH diets. Our conversation covers the definition of dementia, its prevalence, risk factors, and the importance of modifiable factors such as diet. Dr. Agarwal shares insights from her research, highlighting how specific dietary patterns can reduce the risk of dementia and improve cognitive health. We concludes with practical advice on incorporating brain friendly foods into daily meals. No Money No Time: What is the MIND diet? https://nomoneynotime.com.au/hacks-myths-faqs/what-is-the-mind-diet Puja's MIND friendly salad: https://nomoneynotime.com.au/healthy-easy-recipes/pujas-mind-friendly-salad 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 - For a 50% discount enter the 'DietCheck' code at the checkout! Purchase here https://australianeatingsurvey.com.au/ 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  Are you in a position to make donation to support our No Money No Time website? Donate here Keywords: #nutrition, #dementia, #MINDdiet, #MediterraneanDiet, #DASHdiet, #Alzheimer's, #cognitivehealth, #dietarypatterns, #riskfactors, #brainhealth, #epidemiology, #healthyeating, #NutritionScienceBites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    45 min

  8. SEP 10

    What do teenagers think about food and nutrition? with Associate Professor Stephanie Partridge

    In this conversation, Prof Clare Collins and Associate Professor Stephanie Partridge, The University Sydney discuss the topic of nutrition for young people. They cover the major nutrition issues and challenges young people face, including accessing healthy foods. The discussion covers socio-demographic factors that influence dietary patterns, the need for tailored nutrition messaging, and the role of families in supporting healthy eating habits. A/Prof Partridge emphasizes the importance of addressing nutritional deficiencies and the impact of diet on mental health and wellbeing, while also introducing a research study aimed at improving nutrition among young people. Interested in joining the Health4Life Parents & Teens study? Calling all parents and carers of teens aged 11-15! Researchers at The University of Sydney want to hear from you. Receive a $60 gift voucher as thank you for taking part in an online, parent-based program, called “Health4Life Parents & Teens”, that has been co-designed with parents experiencing socio-economic disadvantage. This program was developed to ensure that all families have access to valuable resources for better health. For more information about the study, visit Parents & Teens website https://parentsandteens.org.au/ To see if you’re eligible, go to this link HERE: https://h4l.bio/USYD Watch this short video to learn more https://h4l.bio/videoS Questions? If you have any questions, you can contact: Dr Lily Davidson at email: info@parentsandteens.org.au No Money No Time: How to increase iron absorption in vegans & vegetarians? https://nomoneynotime.com.au/hacks-myths-faqs/how-to-increase-iron-absorption-in-vegans-and-vegetarians No Money No Time: How do I increase my iron intake? https://nomoneynotime.com.au/hacks-myths-faqs/how-do-i-increase-my-iron-intake No Money No Time: How can the foods you eat effect your sports performance? https://nomoneynotime.com.au/hacks-myths-faqs/how-can-the-foods-you-eat-effect-your-sports-performance Butterfly Foundation: https://butterfly.org.au/ Keywords: #nutrition, #teenagers, #adolescents, #healthyeating, #dietarypatterns, #mentalhealth, #sociodemographicfactors, #foodaccess, #publichealth, #youthwellbeing, #NutritionScienceBites Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    33 min
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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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