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In this engaging conversation, Maree opens up about her decade-long dream of creating a global community for dietitians and shares why Dietitian Connection has been such a passion project. Tune in as we celebrate the 50,000-member milestone, share stories and look forward to the future of Dietitian Connection. We discuss: __ __ Get your Dietitians Unite 2024 ticket here! For the shownotes: https://dietitianconnection.com/podcasts/why-maree-ferguson-dared-to-dream-big/
Feel like something’s missing from your dietetic practice? Do you question your knowledge or want to boost your confidence? In this episode with dietitians Tara MacGregor and Elissa Robins, we explore the vital role of professional supervision – no matter where you’re at in your career. * You’ll discover: __ __ For the shownotes: https://dietitianconnection.com/podcasts/best-way-overcome-imposter-syndrome/
With many dietary guidelines around the world shifting towards prioritising plant proteins, we sit down with Dr Courtney Thompson to explore the latest research on these nutritious foods and dietary patterns that hero them – a topical issue given the current review of the Australian Dietary Guidelines. Courtney shares examples of dietary guidelines from around the world that hero plant proteins, before diving into practical strategies to seamlessly integrate more plants into the diets of even our fussiest patients and clients. In the episode, we discuss: __ __
How often do you see female patients or clients experiencing gut issues, especially during the pre- and post-menopausal years? Is it irritable bowel syndrome, hormones…or something else? Join dietitian Chloe McLeod to hear about: __ __ For the shownotes https://dietitianconnection.com/podcasts/how-hormones-influence-womens-gut-health/
Should we be calculating calorie requirements for our clients? Where did the ‘calories in, calories out’ myth originate? And, what is the set point theory? Learn all this and more in our captivating conversation with obesity researcher, Dr Nick Fuller. Nick describes the cascade of physiological reactions that occur in the body once weight loss begins and explains why he’s on a mission to banish dieting for good. For the shownotes: https://dietitianconnection.com/podcasts/busting-calories-in-calories-out-myth/
While nutrition is now recognised as an important part of therapy in critically ill patients, there’s still more dietitians can do to champion their role in this arena. In this podcast, join internationally recognised researchers and dietitians, Associate Professor Emma Ridley and Dr Kate Lambell, as they discuss the importance of research in advocating for dietitians in critical care. We explore Emma and Kate’s incredible career journeys from clinical roles to academia and hear their advice for both new and experienced dietitians wanting to get started in research. Emma and Kate also share their career highlights and biggest challenges and why a career break doesn’t have to break your career. For the shownotes: https://dietitianconnection.com/podcasts/trailblazers-critical-care-nutrition
There has been a significant increase in sarcopenia research over the past decade, which has resulted in improved identification and management. Despite these advancements, Accredited Practising Dietitian and president-elect for the Australian and New Zealand Society for Sarcopenia and Frailty Research (ANZSSFR), Dr Anthony Villani believes that dietitians can play a far more substantial role in this space. In this podcast, we sit down with Anthony to gain a deeper understanding of the condition, including the nuances of identification and treatment and actionable strategies for dietitians. Anthony also shares his unique career journey and sheds light on his initiatives as the president-elect for the ANZSSFR. For the shownotes: https://dietitianconnection.com/podcasts/managing-sarcopenia-dietitians-drivers-seat/
As the number of NDIS participants in Australia rises, understanding the ins and outs of becoming an NDIS provider has become critical for dietitians. In this podcast, we sit down with Lina Breik, an Accredited Practicing Dietitian and registered NDIS provider. Lina shares what fuels her passion for the NDIS, including its profound impact on her practice and why it's a game-changer for dietitians. She also walks through the essentials to becoming an NDIS provider and the valuable lessons dietitians can learn from the success of other allied health professionals. For the shownotes: https://dietitianconnection.com/podcasts/dietitians-roadmap-ndis-provider-success/
A recent, world-first study found that increasing dairy consumption among aged care residents significantly reduces their risk of falls and fractures. While this intervention was also found to be cost-effective, at less than $1 per resident per day, dairy intakes in residential aged care still fall short. In this podcast, Accredited Practising Dietitian, Louise Murray, shares her first-hand experience of how dietitians can confidently start conversations with staff to enhance menu offerings and boost resident’s nutritional intakes. Louise also shares her top tips for starting at a new facility and ways to overcome implementation challenges. For the shownotes: https://dietitianconnection.com/podcasts/enhancing-aged-care-menus-small-changes-quick-wins/
How does non-coeliac wheat sensitivity differ from coeliac disease? Is gluten the only culprit for causing gastrointestinal and other symptoms? Can people with non-coeliac wheat sensitivity and coeliac disease consume oats? Learn all this and more in our latest podcast episode with Advanced Accredited Practising Dietitian and gluten-free nutrition specialist, Dr Kim Faulkner-Hogg. Using a real-life case study and her 30 years of experience in the area, Kim also explains gluten’s involvement in autoimmune conditions, the steps for deciding whether a gluten free diet is the best approach and how dietitians can advocate for their patient’s quality of life. For the shownotes: https://dietitianconnection.com/podcasts/if-not-coeliac-disease-then-what/
The Mediterranean diet has become one of the most popular and well-researched diets with a wide range of health benefits. New research now suggests that positive changes to the gut microbiome may contribute to improved outcomes related to cardiovascular disease, metabolic disorders, and aging. In this episode of Dietitian to Dietitian, NBC’s Today Show nutrition and health expert Joy Bauer, Professor Hannah Holscher, PhD, RD and culinary nutrition expert and chef Abbie Gellman, MS, RD, CDN, discuss how the Mediterranean diet can impact the gut microbiome – as well as how to teach your clients and patients to eat this way. You don’t want to miss this fascinating discussion – based around research and recipes – pertaining to the Mediterranean eating style. For the shownotes: https://dietitianconnection.com/podcasts/mediterranean-diet-gut-health-research-recipes/
Janeane Dart is a dietitian making waves in student education thanks to her work and studies in professionalism (read: not perfectionism!). In this podcast, Janeane shares how her ‘unplanned’ career was inspired by a chance encounter with a dietitian whose food, cooking and health knowledge left a lasting impression. Fast forward 30 years, Janeane is heavily invested in shaping the future of the dietetic profession through our core dietetic tool - communication. Tune into this fascinating chat to hear Janeane’s thoughts on fostering reflexivity and why normalising momentary lapses in professionalism is essential for our growth and development. For the shownotes: https://dietitianconnection.com/podcasts/letting-go-perfectionism-dietetics/
When Brady Schulz prepared a BUSINESS PLAN for a university assignment back in 2009, he never thought by 2023 that same business plan would come to fruition in a very successful way. ALONG WITH HIS TEAM of 40 skilled dietitians, exercise physiologists and diabetes educators, Brady has provided over 80,000 consultations 525,000 occasions of allied health services – and counting! In this podcast, Brady explains why his COMBINATION OF SKILLS IN EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY AND DIETETICS has been invaluable to helping people change their lifestyle. He also shares why being a ‘yes man’ paved success in the early days of his business and touches on THE IMPORTANCE OF PIVOTING when the time is right, even if things aren’t always smooth sailing. For the shownotes: https://dietitianconnection.com/podcasts/finding-purpose-dietetics/
Do you want to learn how to build a successful online membership program? Tune into this fascinating conversation with Accredited Practising Dietitian, Dr Kyla Smith, better known as ‘Dr Kyla’ to her 100,000+ Instagram followers. Kyla shares her impressive career journey to establishing online membership programs that aim to empower parents with the skills and confidence to support their babies, toddlers, and school-aged children to love food. She’s also on a mission to change the way we talk about food in schools. You’ll explore the importance of staying in touch with your audience and knowing the needs of your members, the benefits of growing a team with diverse skills and ways to manage being present on social media. For the shownotes: https://dietitianconnection.com/podcasts/navigating-world-business-online-membership-programs/
Dr Emma Beckett joins us in our latest podcast to share her tips on how dietitians can elevate the all-important ‘eat the rainbow’ mantra. Why? A recent umbrella review of 86 studies and 37 million participants found that bioactive pigments not only provide fruits and vegetables with their unique colour, but unique health benefits, too. Using multicoloured melons for inspiration, Emma talks us through practical tips and culinary tricks to help our clients boost the quantity and variety of fruits and vegetables their diets. For the shownotes: https://dietitianconnection.com/podcasts/surprising-new-science-behind-eat-rainbow/
Very low energy diets (VLEDs) are often used to achieve weight loss in preparation for bariatric surgery, but do they play a role for patients undergoing non-bariatric surgery? Tune into this podcast with Senior Complex Obesity Dietitian, Sally Griffin, as she shares her research and experience in implementing VLEDs as part of a multidisciplinary approach. In the episode, Sally discusses which patients can benefit from this protocol, how to ensure the VLED is safe for higher risk patients, and the importance of monitoring and supporting patients along the way. Sally also shares general patient attitudes and adherence rates, how to work with surgeons to improve patient outcomes, and her top tips and resources for dietitians interested in this approach. For the shownotes: https://dietitianconnection.com/podcasts/vleds-non-bariatric-surgery-patients
Nutrition is critical for ICU patient care, yet a delay in feeding due to factors like delayed tube placement can lead to poor nutrition and compromised recovery. Tune into this podcast with Senior Critical Care Dietitian, Associate Professor Lee-anne Chapple, to understand the role dietitians play in in preventing delayed feeding by extending their scope of practice. Learn how Lee-anne progressed into the advanced role of using electromagnetic stylet nasogastric/nasointestinal feeding tube technology to safely place post-pyloric feeding tubes in practice. Plus, Lee-anne explains the process, benefits and challenges to extending scope of practice, what the process of placing a feeding tube looks like and shares her top tips for dietitians wanting to upskill in this space. For the shownotes: https://dietitianconnection.com/podcasts/upskilling-dietitians-feeding-tube-placement/
How much do you know about blenderised tube feeding? Tune into this intriguing conversation with Accrediting Practising Dietitian Lina Breik who shares her experience with clients opting for blenderised diets and her current research endeavours on the topic. You’ll explore many aspects of blenderised feeding including trends in home feeding, challenges patients face and how to support them in overcoming these. Plus, Lina debunks three major myths on blenderised feeding including food contamination and hygiene, tube blockages and nutritional inadequacy. For the shownotes: https://dietitianconnection.com/podcasts/what-every-dietitian-should-know-blenderised-tube-feeding/
Dietitian Jenna Gorham knows a thing or two about the value dietitians bring to food companies… but in many cases, this potential is yet to be realised. Enter: The RD Link – a platform, created by Jenna, connecting dietitians with brands to create meaningful partnerships. In this podcast, Jenna explains the endless opportunities she sees for dietitians on social media and beyond, and the immense impact this can have on the wellbeing of millions. Jenna also touches on some of her biggest challenges in business and the lessons she learnt from them (hint: follow your gut). Tune in to learn the how and why of partnerships, even if you aren’t a recipe developer, food photographer or Instagram influencer! For the shownotes: https://dietitianconnection.com/podcasts/dietitians-food-companies-natural-fit/
How much do you know about the evidence that underpins diabetes-specific nutritional supplements (DSNS) in the management of diabetes? Tune into this intriguing conversation with Accrediting Practising Dietitian, Geraldine Georgeou, as she shares practical case study examples which highlight the challenges experienced by patients with diabetes and the role DSNS can play in reducing glucose variability, post-prandial glucose levels, insulin requirements and HbA1c. You’ll also uncover practical tips that can be used in practice to prescribe DSNS and how continuous glucose monitoring devices can provide patients with more autonomy. For the shownotes: https://dietitianconnection.com/podcasts/role-diabetes-specific-nutritional-supplements-play-management-diabetes/
How much do you know about health coaching? Tune into this intriguing conversation with Accredited Practicing Dietitians and Health Coaches, Sharon Curtain and Shivaun Conn. You’ll explore many aspects of what health coaching is including communication skills and the relevance of these to behaviour change, the theories and models that underpin this specific skill set and how it differs to the traditional healthcare approach. Plus, they provide real insights and practical steps to gaining accreditation as a health coach and the wider career opportunities this provides. For the shownotes: https://dietitianconnection.com/podcasts/discover-health-coaching-uncover-could-bring-practice-career/
Do you want to learn more about the recent research by the OzFITs team on iron intake and dietary modelling? Tune into this intriguing conversation with Dr Tim Green as we explore the study findings which revealed 75% of infants (aged 6-12 months) and 25% of toddlers have inadequate iron intake. Tim shares how iron-fortified infant cereals could be a simple way to reduce the prevalence of iron inadequacy. Tim covers other interesting points including how iron-fortified infant cereals didn’t displace other nutrients and the importance of providing infants and toddlers with a variety of iron-rich foods to ensure they are exposed to different tastes and textures. For the shownotes: https://dietitianconnection.com/podcasts/reducing-prevalence-iron-inadequacy-infants-toddlers/
Thinking about venturing into the world of Instagram? Tune into this intriguing conversation with Accredited Practising Dietitian and Nutritionist Jono Steedman, principal dietitian and head honcho at Bite Me Nutrition. In this episode we explore Jono’s journey into the nutrition space including what inspired him to start his own telehealth-based private practice and his approach to patient-centred care. Plus, Jono shares his experience of Instagram, the positives and pitfalls and the importance of setting boundaries to look after your mental health. For the shownotes: https://dietitianconnection.com/podcasts/your-spin-private-practice-create-business-uniquely-you/
Do you know how much of an impact pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy (PERT) can have for patients experiencing pancreatic enzymatic insufficiency (PEI)? Tune into this intriguing conversation with Accredited Practising Dietitian Lauren Atkins as we explore PERT including its benefits, key elements to patient education and how to upskill medical and other healthcare professionals on PERT prescription. Plus, Lauren provides actionable steps to monitor patient progress, a guide to individualising patient dosage recommendations and shares four major take home messages all dietitians should know. For the shownotes: https://dietitianconnection.com/podcasts/pancreatic-enzyme-replacement-therapy-impact-nutrition-quality-of-life/
Do you know the difference between the NDIS and NDIA? Tune into this intriguing conversation with Accredited Practising Dietitian Shanelle Bailey who has over six years of experience working with NDIS participants. We explore common issues like budgeting, allocating time and estimating consumables, how understanding the disease and disability progression can help inform your planning and what relevant documentation and evidence you need to provide when submitting a plan for approval. Plus, Shanelle shares numerous practical and actionable tips like how to estimate clinical hours, where to seek information from to inform budgeting for consumables and how to arrange continuity of care from hospital into the community. For the shownotes: https://dietitianconnection.com/podcasts/unlocking-practical-tips-dietitians-working-ndis-participants/
After almost four brilliant decades as a dietitian, our very own Dr Jane Winter is gearing up to embark on her next big life adventure… , as she calls it. Before she hangs up her DC boots, however, we’re turning the tables on our extraordinary podcast hosting queen and interviewing her about her remarkable career journey. In the podcast, Jane looks back on all the twists and turns her nutrition career has thrown at her, including working in academia, a picture-perfect assignment in Switzerland (which she still pinches herself about!) and the best and worst part of her career all wrapped up in one: completing her PhD. Jane shares her insightful advice for new dietitians, touches on the importance of self-reflection and explains why everything you do prepares you for the next step in your life. Plus, she even has a little chuckle about the “shocking” counselling sessions she remembers doing when she first graduated. Tune in to this very special podcast as we wish our dear friend and colleague all the very best for her retirement. For the shownotes: https://dietitianconnection.com/podcasts/celebrating-career-success-dr-jane-winter/
As dietitians, we’re passionate about nutrition science and we L-O-V-E food. Excitingly, a new practice area that merges the two is making a huge groundswell in the dietetic landscape across the globe… say hello to culinary nutrition. In this podcast, we’re joined by the one and only Emma Stirling who, along with her colleagues at Australian Catholic University, are leading the culinary nutrition charge in Australia. In the podcast, Emma serves up the different ways dietitians can harness the goodness of culinary nutrition in all areas of dietetics. Emma also touches on some fun opportunities for upskilling in culinary nutrition (including a trip to Rome!) and shares her top tips for dietitians who want to make their way into this inspiring space. For the shownotes: https://dietitianconnection.com/podcasts/inside-scoop-culinary-nutrition/
Join us for a candid conversation with Dr Wesley McWhorter as he shares how his past life as a chef shaped his journey in dietetics. With a rich understanding of food and the kitchen, Wesley has a unique approach to nutrition and is a big advocate for making eating an enjoyable experience. In the podcast, Wesley shares some of his experiences with failure and highlights how they ended up playing a positive, pivotal role in his successes. Wesley also shares his excitement and ideas around what the future of dietetics could look like, including getting more males involved in the industry. For the shownotes: https://dietitianconnection.com/podcasts/how-dietitians-create-pleasure-enjoyment-eating/
International dietitian Sandra Mikhail joins us in our latest podcast to dive into the thriving research on irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and ‘biotics’ – prebiotics, probiotics, postbiotics. In the episode, Sandra highlights that one size does not fit all when it comes to probiotic supplementation and explains the importance of strain and dose specificity. She also shares her analogy of probiotic supplementation being the seed that’s planted for a healthy gut environment, and how we can use plant diversity to nourish this ecosystem. Plus, Sandra dives into the ‘glitch’ between the gut-brain axis for those with IBS, and shares her thoughts on breaking the ‘it’s-in-your-head’ stigma. For the shownotes: https://dietitianconnection.com/podcasts/science-update-probiotics-in-and-outside-the-gut/
Healthy sun exposure, exercise and an informed diet plays a key role in combating low vitamin D levels through the winter months. In this podcast, we hear from Dr Joanna McMillan as she delves into the data that reveals the important role the humble egg can play in boosting vitamin D levels. Backed by her wealth of experience in clinical practice, Dr Jo also shares her insights into the many benefits of adequate vitamin D intake for bones, kidneys, brain and immune function, and touches on the risks vs. benefits of vitamin D supplementation. For the shownotes: https://dietitianconnection.com/podcasts/sunny-side-up-vitamin-d-new-health-outcomes/
