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  • Why the Mediterranean Diet is good for you - with Dr Anthony Villani

    By now we've all heard about the Mediterranean diet, but do you know why it good for us? 
    To answer that question, Dr Anthony Villani joins the show to explain the science behind this way of eating and it's remarkable effects on heart health, mental health and healthy ageing. 

    Anthony and Tara also talk about: 

    • His research on the med diet and it's positive impact on mental health and ageing
    • What foods feature on the med diet and why 
    • Bread, pasta, cheese and salami 
    • How much red meat should we really be eating? 
    • What about dairy?
    • The importance of culture and connectedness and enjoyment when it comes to food 
    • How you can implement some of the features of the med diet, in your own home



    Explore Anthony's published research here
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    55 min
  • Why the Mediterranean Diet is good for you - with Dr Anthony Villani

    By now we've all heard about the Mediterranean diet, but do you know why it good for us? 
    To answer that question, Dr Anthony Villani joins the show to explain the science behind this way of eating and it's remarkable effects on heart health, mental health and healthy ageing. 

    Anthony and Tara also talk about: 

    • His research on the med diet and it's positive impact on mental health and ageing
    • What foods feature on the med diet and why 
    • Bread, pasta, cheese and salami 
    • How much red meat should we really be eating? 
    • What about dairy?
    • The importance of culture and connectedness and enjoyment when it comes to food 
    • How you can implement some of the features of the med diet, in your own home



    Explore Anthony's published research here
    Follow Anthony on Twitter

    Follow Tara:

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    • Web
    • Tik Tok





    Support the show (http://www.thenutritionguruandthechef.com)

    55 min
  • Could the Paleo diet be bad for gut health? With Dr Angela Genoni

    The paleo diet is often touted by the wellness industry as being great for gut health, but there has actually been little research done on this to date.

     In this episode, Tara  interviews Dr Angela Genoni to find out about Angela's latest research which explores the effect of the paleo diet on gut health.

    The results of her study are fascinating, showing that the paleo diet is not the ultimate diet for good gut health, because it is very low in a a certain important fibre - resistant starch. This fibre is vital role for good guys health as it is the food that feed our microbes.

    Interestingly, Dr Angela's research also revealed that those following a paleo diet long term, also displayed biomarkers for heart disease.

    The episode answers the important question: Is the Paleo diet good or bad for our gut health?


    The episode also covers: 

    • The basics of gut health
    • What is the difference between a pre and post-biotic? 
    • What can we do for good gut health? 
    • Are there any other nutrients the paleo diet is lacking, and can we simply supplement with those? 

    You can read Dr Angela's published study here, and find out more on her website. 

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    43 min
  • Could the Paleo diet be bad for gut health? With Dr Angela Genoni

    The paleo diet is often touted by the wellness industry as being great for gut health, but there has actually been little research done on this to date.

     In this episode, Tara  interviews Dr Angela Genoni to find out about Angela's latest research which explores the effect of the paleo diet on gut health.

    The results of her study are fascinating, showing that the paleo diet is not the ultimate diet for good gut health, because it is very low in a a certain important fibre - resistant starch. This fibre is vital role for good guys health as it is the food that feed our microbes.

    Interestingly, Dr Angela's research also revealed that those following a paleo diet long term, also displayed biomarkers for heart disease.

    The episode answers the important question: Is the Paleo diet good or bad for our gut health?


    The episode also covers: 

    • The basics of gut health
    • What is the difference between a pre and post-biotic? 
    • What can we do for good gut health? 
    • Are there any other nutrients the paleo diet is lacking, and can we simply supplement with those? 

    You can read Dr Angela's published study here, and find out more on her website. 

    Follow Tara:

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    • Web
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    And it would be great if you could subscribe or leave a review! 









    Support the show (http://www.thenutritionguruandthechef.com)

    43 min
  • The 'Wellness' industry is a joke - here's why

    The wellness industry is a multi-billion dollar industry directed at those of us who are the 'worried-well'. It's not reaching those who truly need wellness. 

    Tara highlights he inequity of wellness, and the steps we can take to protect ourselves from this industry which really is out to get our dollars (without us even realising) 

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    23 min
  • The 'Wellness' industry is a joke - here's why

    The wellness industry is a multi-billion dollar industry directed at those of us who are the 'worried-well'. It's not reaching those who truly need wellness. 

    Tara highlights he inequity of wellness, and the steps we can take to protect ourselves from this industry which really is out to get our dollars (without us even realising) 

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    Support the show (http://www.thenutritionguruandthechef.com)

    23 min
  • Cook with me - Bolognese Sauce

    Stream this episode and cook with Tara in real-time as she guides you through making the perfect Bolognese sauce. Perfect to put with pasta, use as lasagne sauce, on toast, it's so versatile! You can pack it with your own choice of your fave veggies too.

    Your ingredients are below, all you need to do is listen while you cook! You can pause, fast forward, rewind, and cook along with your own nutritionist.

    If you make the bolognese, be sure to post a pic to social media and tag @thenutritionguruandthechef. We would LOVE to see you cooking along at home!

    You will need: 

    • large pot 
    • wooden spoon
    • knife 

    Ingredients

    • 500 grams beef mince (or a mix of been and pork) 
    • 1 onion
    • 2-3 garlic cloves 
    • 400 gram can of tomatoes 
    • 1-2 tbsp tomato paste (optional) 
    • Dried oregano (optional) 
    • Veggies (optional) such as carrot, zucchini, spinach, mushrooms

    Music credits: Doctor Turtle Music 


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    29 min
  • Cook with me - Bolognese Sauce

    Stream this episode and cook with Tara in real-time as she guides you through making the perfect Bolognese sauce. Perfect to put with pasta, use as lasagne sauce, on toast, it's so versatile! You can pack it with your own choice of your fave veggies too.

    Your ingredients are below, all you need to do is listen while you cook! You can pause, fast forward, rewind, and cook along with your own nutritionist.

    If you make the bolognese, be sure to post a pic to social media and tag @thenutritionguruandthechef. We would LOVE to see you cooking along at home!

    You will need: 

    • large pot 
    • wooden spoon
    • knife 

    Ingredients

    • 500 grams beef mince (or a mix of been and pork) 
    • 1 onion
    • 2-3 garlic cloves 
    • 400 gram can of tomatoes 
    • 1-2 tbsp tomato paste (optional) 
    • Dried oregano (optional) 
    • Veggies (optional) such as carrot, zucchini, spinach, mushrooms

    Music credits: Doctor Turtle Music 


    Follow Tara 

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    • Web
    • Tik Tok


    Support the show (http://www.thenutritionguruandthechef.com)

    29 min
  • Protein - What's the go? Interview with dietitian Jono Steedman (APD)

    Tara talks to Jono Steedman (Accredited Practicing Dietitian), aka 'The Guyetitian' about all things protein. 

    Jono will talk you through: 

    • Why is protein important? What does it do? 
    • How much you need and where you can get it
    • Do you need a protein supplement/powder, or not? 
    • Great snack and meal ideas packed with protein
    • What to look for if buying a protein powder
    • Do you still need to make sure you 'combine and complement' proteins (vegetarians)
    • and of course, much more...

    Follow Jono 

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    • Listen to his podcast BITE ME 

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    56 min
  • Protein - What's the go? Interview with dietitian Jono Steedman (APD)

    Tara talks to Jono Steedman (Accredited Practicing Dietitian), aka 'The Guyetitian' about all things protein. 

    Jono will talk you through: 

    • Why is protein important? What does it do? 
    • How much you need and where you can get it
    • Do you need a protein supplement/powder, or not? 
    • Great snack and meal ideas packed with protein
    • What to look for if buying a protein powder
    • Do you still need to make sure you 'combine and complement' proteins (vegetarians)
    • and of course, much more...

    Follow Jono 

    • Instagram
    • Facebook
    • Web
    • Listen to his podcast BITE ME 

    Follow Tara 

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    Support the show (http://www.thenutritionguruandthechef.com)

    56 min

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