Dietitians Aidan Muir and Leah Heigl delve into the complexities of neurodivergent nutrition. They discuss the unique challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals and share strategies for managing nutrition.

(0:00) - Introduction

(1:29) - What is Neurodivergence?

(4:07) - The Spectrum & Support Needs

(5:44) - Internalised Ableism & Masking

(7:01) - ND-Specific Barriers to Lifestyle and Health

(9:24) - Reducing the Mental Burden of Nutrition

(14:57) - Accommodations & External Support

(19:55) - Reframing Success in ND Health

(21:11) - ND Intersectionality

(24:03) - ND Nutrition Toolbox

(37:26) - Final Reflections

WEBSITE:  https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/

PODCAST:  https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/podcast/

INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/idealnutrition__/?hl=en

Our dietitians 👇

Aidan Muir @aidan_the_dietitian

Leah Higl @plantstrong_dietitian

Tyler Brooks @lift_dietetics

Hanah Mills @hanahmills

Samantha Staines @nourished.by.sammy

Monica Cvoro @fuellingperformance

Josh Wernham @josh_does_health

Katelyn Bowden @katelynbowden_dietitian

Sophie Andrew @soph.dietitian

Torwen Eerkens @fullyfuelled_

Bella Murdoch @enrichnutrition

Anna McKay-Lowndes @am.dietitian

Dietitians, Leah Higl & Aidan Muir, explore the role of zinc in boosting immunity and whether it can prevent the common cold or reduce its severity and duration.

(0:00) - Introduction

(0:34) - How Does Zinc Work?

(1:18) - Prevalence of Zinc Deficiency

(3:33) - Zinc & Immunity: What the Research Shows

(5:29) - Outcomes on Prevention, Duration and Symptoms

(6:32) - Relevant Takeaways

(7:57) - Food vs Supplements

(9:03) - Why Zinc Lozenges?

(9:50) - Dosages & How to Take

(11:19) - Summary

WEBSITE:  https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/

PODCAST:  https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/podcast/

INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/idealnutrition__/?hl=en

Our dietitians 👇

Aidan Muir @aidan_the_dietitian

Leah Higl @plantstrong_dietitian

Tyler Brooks @lift_dietetics

Hanah Mills @hanahmills

Samantha Staines @nourished.by.sammy

Monica Cvoro @fuellingperformance

Josh Wernham @josh_does_health

Katelyn Bowden @katelynbowden_dietitian

Sophie Andrew @soph.dietitian

Torwen Eerkens @fullyfuelled_

Bella Murdoch @enrichnutrition

Anna McKay-Lowndes @am.dietitian

Sports Dietitians, Aidan Muir Leah Higl, take deep dive into how you can optimise your pre-workout nutrition.

(0:00) - Introduction & Background 

(0:56) - Goals of Pre-workout Nutrition & Who Would Benefit From It

(2:56) - Gold Standard Timing

(6:13) - Carbs

(9:28) - Reactive Hypoglycaemia 

(12:59) - Protein

(14:23) - Fats

(15:28) - Sodium

(17:35) - Caffeine, Glycerol, & Nitrates

(19:37) - How to Navigate Fat Loss Phases

(21:05) - Thoughts on Fasted Training

(23:09) - Summary

Dietitians, Aidan Muir & Leah Higl, explore eight key nutrients that are commonly under-consumed. They dive into how that may be impacting your health, and provide practical tips for ensuring adequate intake. 

(0:00) - Background 

(0:49) - Magnesium

(2:48) - Iron

(6:30) - Calcium

(12:28) - Potassium

(14:47) - Omega-3

(17:44) - Vitamin D

(21:53) - Fibre

(24:55) - Summary

Our dietitians 👇

Aidan Muir @aidan_the_dietitian

Leah Higl @plantstrong_dietitian

Tyler Brooks @lift_dietetics

Hanah Mills @hanahmills

Samantha Staines @nourished.by.sammy

Monica Cvoro @fuellingperformance

Josh Wernham @josh_does_health

Katelyn Bowden @katelynbowden_dietitian

Sophie Andrew @soph.dietitian

Torwen Eerkens @fullyfuelled_

Bella Murdoch @enrichnutrition

Dietitians, Leah Higl and Aidan Muir, dive into the complex topic of insulin. This episode explores insulin's role in regulating blood glucose, its impact on body composition, and common misconceptions and more. 

(0:00) - Background on Insulin

(1:44) - Defining Normal Glucose Metabolism

(2:40) - Insulin Function with Diabetes

(4:22) - How Was Insulin for Humans Invented

(6:19) - Why Would People Think It’s Bad for Health and Body Composition

(7:57) - Impact on Autophagy

(10:08) - Insulin Spikes 

(12:08) - High Insulin Levels and Health Risks

(14:24) - Insulin Resistance

(15:18) - The Impact on Body Composition

(20:20) - Other Health Angles 

(21:48) - Insulin & Appetite

(24:30) - Summary & Practical Takeaway

WEBSITE:  https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/

PODCAST:  https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/podcast/

INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/idealnutrition__/?hl=en

Our dietitians 👇

Aidan Muir @aidan_the_dietitian

Leah Higl @plantstrong_dietitian

Tyler Brooks @lift_dietetics

Hanah Mills @hanahmills

Samantha Staines @nourished.by.sammy

Monica Cvoro @fuellingperformance

Josh Wernham @josh_does_health

Katelyn Bowden @katelynbowden_dietitian

Sophie Andrew @soph.dietitian

Torwen Eerkens @fullyfuelled_

Bella Murdoch @enrichnutrition

Dietitians, Aidan Muir & Leah Higl, discuss the role of protein in fat loss, emphasising its satiating properties, its impact on muscle retention, and the recommended intake for optimal results. 

(0:00) - Introduction & Background 

(0:29) - Satiety

(1:51) - Muscle Retention Considerations

(3:09) - Impact on Metabolic Rate

(4:48) - Thermic Effect of Food

(6:26) - Limiting Food Choices

(8:14) - Nuanced Perspective on Total Protein Intake Recommendations

(9:15) - Our Recommendations 

Our dietitians 👇

Aidan Muir @aidan_the_dietitian

Leah Higl @plantstrong_dietitian

Tyler Brooks @lift_dietetics

Hanah Mills @hanahmills

Samantha Staines @nourished.by.sammy

Monica Cvoro @fuellingperformance

Josh Wernham @josh_does_health

Katelyn Bowden @katelynbowden_dietitian

Sophie Andrew @soph.dietitian

Torwen Eerkens @fullyfuelled_

Bella Murdoch @enrichnutrition

Dietitians, Leah Higl and Aidan Muir, share rapid-fire nutrition tips covering a wide range of topics.

(0:00) - Introduction

(0:46) - BCAAs 

(1:22) - Meal Timing & Appetite Management 

(2:44) - Other Hacks for Appetite Management

(3:37) - Convenience Meals 

(4:33) - Pre-Workout Nutrition

(5:14) - Supplementing Alongside a Plant-Based Diet

(6:11) - Improving Cognitive Function After Sleep Deprivation

(6:44) - Nervous System Regulation for IBS 

(9:21) - How to Get the Most Out of Iron Supplementation

(10:58) - The Fun Drink Method

(13:33) - Test Vitamin D

(14:29) - Meal Repetition 

(15:33) - Plant Diversity

(17:48) - The ‘Goldilocks Zone’ of Nutrition

(19:20) - Calorie Deficit Length

(21:03) - Iron Checks

(22:29) - A Food That Can Reduce Soreness

(22:48) - Sugar Intake When in a Deficit

(23:10) - Aspartame

(24:04) - Fortified Foods

(25:02) - Non Sucrose Sweeteners

Our dietitians 👇

Aidan Muir @aidan_the_dietitian

Leah Higl @plantstrong_dietitian

Tyler Brooks @lift_dietetics

Hanah Mills @hanahmills

Samantha Staines @nourished.by.sammy

Monica Cvoro @fuellingperformance

Josh Wernham @josh_does_health

Katelyn Bowden @katelynbowden_dietitian

Sophie Andrew @soph.dietitian

Torwen Eerkens @fullyfuelled_

Bella Murdoch @enrichnutrition

Sports Dietitians, Leah Higl and Aidan Muir, explore the question of whether women benefit more from creatine supplementation compared to men. 

(0:00) - Introduction & Background

(1:34) - Why Women May Benefit More

(3:28) - Why Are stores Lower? 

(6:07) - Mechanisms & Outcomes 

(8:06) - Summary & Practical Takeaway

WEBSITE:  https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/

PODCAST:  https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/podcast/

INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/idealnutrition__/?hl=en

Our dietitians 👇

Aidan Muir @aidan_the_dietitian

Leah Higl @plantstrong_dietitian

Tyler Brooks @lift_dietetics

Hanah Mills @hanahmills

Samantha Staines @nourished.by.sammy

Monica Cvoro @fuellingperformance

Josh Wernham @josh_does_health

Katelyn Bowden @katelynbowden_dietitian

Sophie Andrew @soph.dietitian

Torwen Eerkens @fullyfuelled_

Bella Murdoch @enrichnutrition

Dietitians, Aidan Muir & Leah Higl, unpack what you need to know about the MTHFR gene, a common genetic variation affecting folate metabolism. 

(0:00) - Introduction

(1:29) - What Is the MTHFR Gene & How Common Is It?

(4:21) - Why Is It Relevant?

(5:09) - Impact on Heart Health

(7:17) - Pregnancy Outcomes

(8:59) - Thoughts on Methylfolate

(10:22) - Other Nuances

(11:29) - Rare Exceptions 

(12:38) - Summary

WEBSITE:  https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/

PODCAST:  https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/podcast/

INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/idealnutrition__/?hl=en

Our dietitians 👇

Aidan Muir @aidan_the_dietitian

Leah Higl @plantstrong_dietitian

Tyler Brooks @lift_dietetics

Hanah Mills @hanahmills

Samantha Staines @nourished.by.sammy

Monica Cvoro @fuellingperformance

Josh Wernham @josh_does_health

Katelyn Bowden @katelynbowden_dietitian

Sophie Andrew @soph.dietitian

Torwen Eerkens @fullyfuelled_

Bella Murdoch @enrichnutrition

Dietitians, Aidan Muir & Leah Higl, discuss the reasons why a caloric deficit may stop yielding fat loss results. They explore various factors such as metabolic adaptation, changes in energy expenditure, the role of incidental movement, the psychological effects of hunger and cravings & more. 

(0:00) - Introduction & Background 

(0:54) - Change in Body Mass

(2:05) - Metabolic Adaptation

(3:18) - Incidental Movement

(5:25) - Thermic Effect of Food

(7:09) - Increased Appetite

(9:40) - Unintentional / Inconsistent Routine Changes

(10:34) - Strategies for Overcoming Plateaus

Our dietitians 👇

Aidan Muir @aidan_the_dietitian

Leah Higl @plantstrong_dietitian

Tyler Brooks @lift_dietetics

Hanah Mills @hanahmills

Samantha Staines @nourished.by.sammy

Monica Cvoro @fuellingperformance

Josh Wernham @josh_does_health

Katelyn Bowden @katelynbowden_dietitian

Sophie Andrew @soph.dietitian

Torwen Eerkens @fullyfuelled_

Bella Murdoch @enrichnutrition