The Dietitian Cafe

By NualtraHealth & Fitness

The Dietitian Cafe episodes

November 14, 2024 Empowering futures: Navigating Type 1 Diabetes in Children And Young Adults With Paula Chinchilla, RD
Join us to mark November’s World Diabetes Day as we dive into the unique challenges faced by children and young adults living with type 1 diabetes. From managing blood sugar levels during athletic activities to navigating social pressures, this episode explores the complexities of balancing life and health during these critical years.
Today, we’re joined by Paula Chinchilla, an expert Paediatric Diabetes Dietitian working within the NHS in London. Diagnosed with type 1 diabetes as a child herself, Paula brings both personal insights and professional expertise to her work.

As a Paediatric Diabetes Dietitian, Paula works within the NHS in London, specialising in supporting children and young people with diabetes. In addition to her clinical role, she serves as the Research Officer for the BDA Paediatric Diabetes Interest Group and as the lead dietitian for the CYP Diabetes Network in London. Paula's primary interests lie in integrating technology, sports, and behavior change into diabetes care, particularly for those with type 1 diabetes. Originally from Costa Rica, Paula is currently completing an MSc in Advancing Diabetes Care and is also a certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach. Drawing from personal experience of being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes as a child, she is passionate about creating innovative projects to enhance diabetes care and education.
In this episode, we’ll explore some of the issues young people might face, from diabetes stigma to navigating first holidays and alcohol consumption. Whether you’re a dietitian working in this field or looking to expand your knowledge, this episode will provide invaluable insights, support, and strategies for navigating type 1 diabetes with confidence.
Show Notes:
Instagram: @paulanutre
LinkedIn: Paula Chinchilla
Paula’s Recommended Resources:
- Diabetes UK: https://www.diabetes.org.uk/
- Breakthrough T1D: https://www.breakthrought1d.org/
- BDA Paediatric Diabetes: https://www.bda.uk.com/specialist-groups-and-branches/diabetes-specialist-group/paediatric-diabetes-sub-group.html
- Language Matters in Diabetes: https://www.languagemattersdiabetes.com/
- Digibete: https://www.digibete.org/
43 min
October 31, 2024 Collaborating With Brands: Navigating Guidelines as a Registered Nutrition Professional With Rhiannon Lambert
In today’s episode, we’re diving into the fascinating yet complex world of collaborating with brands as a registered nutrition professional. Whether you’re looking to secure partnerships or curious about maintaining ethical integrity while working with brands, this episode is packed with insights for you.
We’re excited to explore topics like the importance of transparency, how to review contracts, and how to secure brand deals.
To guide us through this conversation, I’m thrilled to welcome one of the UK’s leading nutritionists, Rhiannon Lambert. Rhiannon is not only a Sunday Times best-selling author and chart-topping podcast host, but she’s also the founder of Rhitrition, a clinic specialising in weight management, sports nutrition, eating disorders and pre-and postnatal nutrition. Her work as a consultant to major brands like Deliveroo, Wagamama, and Alpro makes her the perfect guest to help us unpack the do’s and don’ts of brand partnerships.
So, whether you’re just starting out in your career or an experienced professional, this episode promises to offer valuable guidance on building successful, ethical collaborations. Let’s get started!

Show Notes:
Rhiannon’s socials:
Instagram: @rhitrition
X: @Rhitrition
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Rhitrition/
Website: https://www.rhitrition.com/
56 min
October 23, 2024 Big Dietetic Debate: Are Gut Microbiome Testing Kits Legit? With Dr Emily Prpa and Kaitlin Colucci, RD
You may have noticed an increase in the number of gut health testing kits being advertised on social media recently. These kits promise insights into the microbiome and solutions for a healthier gut, but what do they really offer, and how reliable are their claims?
Today, we're excited to bring in two exceptional experts to help us dig into the science and marketing behind these tests: Dr. Emily Prpa and Kaitlin Colucci.
Kaitlin is one of the leading gut health dietitians in the UK and founder of The Mission Dietitian, combining nearly a decade of experience in dietetics with her passion for yoga teaching. Renowned for her innovative approach, Kaitlin specialises in integrating science-backed nutrition with the healing practices of yoga, meditation, and breathwork to address the complexities of IBS and other gut health disorders.
Dr Emily Prpa is an award-winning nutritionist, with a PhD in Nutritional Sciences from King’s College London. Her research focuses on advancing our understanding of how the gut microbiome influences various aspects of health and wellbeing. Her research has been presented internationally, published in high-impact journals and helped inform UK Food Policy. Today she is a Visiting Lecturer at King’s College London, the Company Nutritionist for Yakult and known as The Nutrition Reporter on Instagram where she is recognised as a trusted voice in wellbeing. Emily is considered one of the leading experts in her field and is frequently featured in the media, including Sky News and the BBC.
Together, we’ll break down how these gut health kits function, what they really assess, and their limitations when it comes to providing health advice. We’ll also touch on other ways to build a healthy gut. So, whether you're considering trying one of these tests yourself or have patients quizzing you on them, this episode is packed with valuable insights.

Show Notes:
Dr Emily Prpa’s socials:
Website: www.dremilyprpa.com
Instagram: @thenutritionreporter
Kaitlin Colucci’s socials:
Website: www.kaitlincolucci.com
Instagram: @themissiondietitian
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themissiondietitianuk/
YouTube: @themissiondietitian

54 min
September 17, 2024 Spotlight on a New Initiative: Plant-Based Hospital Menus - Is This The Way Forward?
In today’s interview episode we’re exploring the topic of plant-based hospital menus and asking the question, are they the way forward? In America, a company called ‘Greener by Default’ is working to transform hospital food services by making plant-based meals the default option on the hospital menu. As they’re planning to bring their innovative approach to the UK, we’ll use today’s episode to find out more - We’ll hear about the pilot in New York’s public hospitals and discuss the potential benefits and barriers to adopting this plant based by default approach. We’re delighted to welcome Dr Shireen Kassam onto the podcast today who is passionate about this area – She’s the founder of a community interest company, Plant-Based Health Professionals UK, and she collaborates with Greener by Default.Dr Shireen Kassam is a Consultant Haematologist and Honorary Senior Lecturer at King’s College Hospital, London with a specialist interest in the treatment of lymphoma. She is also a Visiting-Professor at University of Winchester, Hampshire, where she has developed and facilitates the UK's first University-based course on plant-based nutrition. In 2023 she launched a course on lifestyle medicine for cancer.Shireen is passionate about promoting plant-based nutrition for the prevention and reversal of chronic disease and for maintaining optimal health after treatment for cancer. In 2019 she became certified as a Lifestyle Medicine Physician and is also a CHIP facilitator.Shireen founded Plant-Based Health Professionals UK in 2018, a non-profit, membership organisation whose mission is to provide evidence-based education on whole food plant-based nutrition. Shireen qualified as a doctor in 2000. During her training, she completed a PhD, which investigated the role of selenium in sensitising cancer cells to chemotherapy. Shireen has published a number of peer-reviewed papers in the fields of lymphoma and nutrition. Her first book, Eating Plant-Based, Scientific Answers to Your Nutrition Questions, co-authored with her sister Zahra, was published in January 2022. She has also co-edited the textbook Plant-Based Nutrition in Clinical Practice, published in September 2022.Facebook https://www.facebook.com/wholefoodplantbasednutrition/IG https://www.instagram.com/plantbasedhealthprofessionals/Twitter https://twitter.com/plantbasedhpukLinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/plant-based-health-professionals-uk/
47 min
September 11, 2024 2024 Diet Trends Debunked With Juliette Kellow
Today, we're diving into the ever-evolving world of diet trends, focusing on what’s taking the spotlight in 2024. Each year brings a new wave of food and diet trends, but which ones are gaining traction this year? From the popular to the controversial, we’re here to unpack some of the biggest trends, explore their origins, and separate fact from fiction.In this episode, we’ll cover everything from continuous glucose monitors to seed oils, and the resurgence of the carnivore diet. Are these trends driven by science? Is social media playing a bigger role than ever before? …We’ll discuss the pros and cons of some of these trends, look at how they’re influencing eating habits, and consider whether they truly promote health.To help us dissect this topic, we’re thrilled to welcome today’s guest who brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table. Juliette Kellow is a registered dietitian with a passion for food, nutrition, and health. A member of the British Dietetic Association, she’s worked within the NHS, the food industry, and as the former editor of Top Santé magazine. With over 20 years of experience working as a freelance nutrition consultant, Juliette provides bespoke, expert and evidence-based nutrition support to food brands, PR and marketing agencies, media outlets, health organisations, trade bodies, catering companies, and restaurants. She regularly writes for various magazines and newspapers, including Closer, the Daily Mirror, the Daily Express, and the Daily Telegraph online. Juliette is also co-author of anti-aging book Eat Better Live Longer and Simply Nutrition For Complete Beginners, both published by DK.Show Notes:Juliette’s website: https://www.juliettekellow.co.uk Juliette’s Instagram: @juliettekellowJuliette’s X: @juliettekellow
1 hr 3 min
August 28, 2024 Cracking The Collagen Code: Separating Hype From Reality in The Supplement Scene
Today we’re delving into the world of nutricosmetics and collagen supplements. Nutricosmetics, which encompass products and ingredients that act as nutritional supplements to enhance the health of skin, nails, and hair, have surged in popularity recently. But what's driving this trend, and is there solid evidence to support the claims? In this episode, we’ll focus on collagen, a key player in the nutricosmetic scene. We’ll set the scene, looking at what collagen is, its role in the body, and where it’s found in our diet before examining collagen supplements, including the various types available and their effectiveness. To help us navigate this topic, we’re excited to have two brilliant guests: Dr Alan Flanagan, a postdoctoral research fellow in chrono-nutrition at the University of Surrey, who uses his large social following to combat nutrition misinformation, and Dr Thivi Maruthappu, the UK's first and only dual-qualified dermatologist and nutritionist, known for her work that bridges the gap between diet and skin health which led to the publishing of her first book "Skinfood – Your 4-Step Solution To Healthy, Happy Skin”.Show Notes:Thivi’s Instagram: @drthivimaruThivi’s book: https://drthivi.com/skinfood-your-4-step-solution-healthy-happy-skin/ Alan’s Instagram: @thenutritionaladvocateStudies mentioned by Alan in the episode:•https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10498764/•https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21480801/•https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17253720/•https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/ijd.15518?saml_referrer•https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10180699/
47 min
August 16, 2024 From Farm to Fork – The Food Supply Chain And Its Impact on Nutrition With Lucy Williamson
Today we’re putting the spotlight on the food supply chain and specifically the nutritional implications of varying practices along a food's journey from farm to fork. We’ll chat to our expert guest about a variety of factors that might impact nutrition, from cultivation to consumption – everything from organic vs non-organic to soil quality and pollution! We’re looking forward to diving into this area to equip you for your own learning, but also to help you field questions that you might come across from your patients. To discuss all of this with us, I’m delighted to welcome Lucy Williamson. Previously a Vet in the UK and Canada, Lucy is now an award-winning Nutritionist with a MSc in Nutrition from King's College London. With over 30 years of experience in health, food and farming, she’s part of a passionate community of health professionals and food producers, learning from natural ecosystems, to make better health a reality. Previously a lecturer in Nutrition and Dietetics, Lucy is also founder of The Gut Project, communicating on the power of real food and its provenance to restore health and wellbeing via our microbiome. Ambassador for The Real Food Campaign and Love British Food, Lucy lives on the edge of the Chiltern Hills with her RAF husband, two teenagers and Ruarie the border terrier.Show Notes:Lucy’s Website: https://lwnutrition.co.uk Lucy’s Instagram: @lucywilliamsonnutrition Lucy’s Gut Health Course: https://lwnutrition.co.uk/guthealthcourse23/guthealthcourseapproved24-25/ Reference:1. Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. National Statistics – Food Statistics in your pocket 2017 – Global and UK supply [Online] October 2018. Available at: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/food- statistics-pocketbook-2017/food-statistics-in-your-pocket-2017-global-and-uk-supply Accessed on 31/06/24.
44 min
July 18, 2024 Big Dietetic Debate: Is Biohacking Just Diet Culture For Men?
In today’s episode we’re looking at biohacking. Biohacking is defined as, ‘Attempts to improve the condition of your body and mind using technology, drugs or other chemical substances such as hormones’ - such techniques can include cold water swimming, meditation and a variety of supplements. With biohacking growing in popularity, we’re asking the question – is it essentially diet culture repackaged for men? We’ll also examine the origins of biohacking, the evidence behind various biohacking techniques and discuss advice for a dietitian whose clients are interested in this area. To explore this topic, we're delighted to be joined by Associate Registered Nutritionist Joshua Clamp who specialises in men’s health and behaviour change.Since completing his BSc in Medical Physiology and MSc in Human Nutrition, Joshua has been working with Maximus UK (formerly BeeZee Bodies) as a Senior Nutritionist to lead their online men's weight management programme, as well as numerous adult and family weight management programmes. Joshua also runs a highly successful nutrition & performance consultancy, Sustainable Health, which collaborates with organisations, charities, and individuals to support evidence-based behaviour change.Show Notes:Joshua’s website: https://www.sustainable-health.co.ukJoshua’s Instagram: @sustainablehealthguyJoshua’s X: @clamp_joshResource mentioned in the episode: www.examine.com (large database of nutrition and supplement research)
41 min
July 11, 2024 Getting The Most Out of Your BDA Membership With Caroline Bovey
In today’s episode, we’re putting the focus on British Dietetic Association (BDA) membership and specifically the benefits it has for its member dietitians. With over 80% of all HCPC registered dietitians being members of the BDA, you might be one of many dietitians who renew their membership year on year. But are you getting the most out of it? In this episode, I’m delighted to be joined by returning guest, Caroline Bovey, who is the Chair of the British Dietetic Association. Listen in as we bring you a one stop shop recap of the resources available with your BDA membership.As an HCPC registered Dietitian, who has been practicing for 20 years, Caroline has practice experience in acute hospital settings, community rehabilitation, and more latterly a Public Health role.Caroline was appointed to the role of Chair of the British Dietetic Association in 2018 and is the outgoing chair of the Association having completed nearly 6 years in the role. Throughout this time Caroline has been instrumental in leading a Governance review and implementation phase for the Association. As a strong advocate for the benefits of Professional Association membership Caroline advocates for greater diversity within the profession, and for opportunities that support to advance the science and practice of dietetics, and challenges the Board regularly to work creatively within a strong governance framework to advance the Association and the profession. Throughout her time as Chair Caroline has sought to ensure that the governance framework supports the needs of the profession in all aspects of practice.Caroline qualified as a Dietitian in Cardiff, Wales in 2004 and has Master’s Degree in Post Compulsory Education. In 2016 Caroline was awarded a BEM for Services to Equality in NHS Wales.Show Notes:Caroline’s Twitter: @CarolineBoveyRDBDA’s Instagram: @bda_dietitiansBDA’s Twitter: @BDA_Dietitians
39 min
June 14, 2024 The Changing World of Cystic Fibrosis Nutrition With Jacqueline Lowdon and Kerry-Lee Watson
With cystic fibrosis awareness week being 17th-21st June 2024, in today’s episode we put the focus on CF. Cystic fibrosis is a genetic condition affecting the CFTR protein and in recent years the use of CFTR modulators have changed the game for the management of this condition. In today’s podcast I’m delighted to be joined by two experts to discuss the nutritional implications of this change as well as the wider landscape of nutrition in the management of cystic fibrosis. Kerry-Lee Watson and Jacqueline Lowdon are both specialist CF dietitians - Kerry works with adults and Jacqui in paediatrics, and together they co-chair the British Dietetic Association’s CF specialist group.Jacqueline is a clinical specialist paediatric cystic fibrosis (CF) dietitian and has worked at Leeds children’s hospital for the last 6 ½ years. CF has always been a paediatric speciality that has held her interest since starting out in paediatric dietetics over 25 years ago. Jacqueline presently co-chairs the BDA CF dietitians specialist group and is a member of the CF Trust QI group. She has also contributed to the CF Toolkit developed by NHS England and has recently been involved in the UK CF Trust standards for the Clinical Care of Children and adults (to be published in June 2024). Her recent publications include: Evolution of nutritional management in children with CF – a narrative review. JHND Feb 2024 and Standards for the care of people with CF – recognising and addressing CF health issues. J of CF Nov 2023. Kerry works as an adult cystic fibrosis dietitian and is the clinical lead for CF dietetics at King’s College Hospital in London. She has worked in CF for over 20 years and alongside her clinical work she has also co-authored guidelines and contributed to published research in this field, including the CF Trust Nutritional Management of CF consensus guidelines and the CF related diabetes chapter in the British Dietetic Guidelines for Diabetes. As Co-Chair of the BDA CF Specialist group, Kerry has worked with Jacqui and many colleagues contributing to the CF Toolkit and CF Trust Standards of Care due to be published in 2024, additionally they have supported Nutrition bite size events hosted by the CF Trust. Show Notes:Jacqueline’s twitter: @JacquelineLowd3 Studies:•Impact of omega‐3 supplementation on children and adolescents patients with cystic fibrosis: A systematic review and meta‐analysis of randomized‐controlled trials. Pediatric Pulmonology. 2023;58:2219–2228. https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1002/ppul.26491•Coffey MJ, Garg M, Homaira N, et al. A systematic cochrane review of probiotics for people with cystic fibrosis. Paediatr Respir Rev, 2021. 39: p. 61-64. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32917517/Other resources:•Cystic Fibrosis Trust: https://www.cysticfibrosis.org.uk •Cystic Fibrosis Trust Diet and Nutrition Leaflets: https://www.cysticfibrosis.org.uk/about-us/resources-for-cf-professionals/supporting-clinicians/resources-for-clinicians/nutrition-leaflets •Cystic Fibrosis Specialist Group - British Dietetic Association (BDA): https://www.bda.uk.com/specialist-groups-and-branches/cystic-fibrosis-specialist-group.html •BDA CF Specialist Group Twitter:@bda_cf •European Cystic Fibrosis Website and Committee: https://www.ecfs.eu •UK Cystic Fibrosis Registry: https://www.cysticfibrosis.org.uk/about-us/uk-cf-registry
52 min

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