Sports Dietitians, Aidan Muir & Leah Higl, discuss the differences between extra virgin olive oil and regular olive oil including their unique processing methods, health impacts, and antioxidant profiles.    (0:00) - Introduction (1:13) - Processing Differences (2:14) - Polyphenols & Antioxidants (3:09) - Can You Cook With Them? (7:16) -  Summary   WEBSITE: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/ PODCAST: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/podcast/...

Sports Dietitians Aidan Muir and Leah Higl delve into how caffeine influences sleep, examining the latest research and exploring variations in effects due to different sources and genetic factors. (0:00) - Introduction (1:04) - Overview of the Research (1:59) - Variables That Influence Results (4:03) - When to Limit Caffeine (6:29) - Interpreting the Research (8:33) - Summary   WEBSITE: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/ PODCAST: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/podcast/...

Sports Dietitians, Leah Higl and Aidan Muir, discuss the impact of meal timing on fat loss. They explore both the theoretical and practical aspects involved and provide their overall recommendations. (0:00) - Introduction (1:05) - Insulin (2:06) - Breakfast vs No Breakfast (5:58) - Differences in the Thermic Effect of Food Across the Day (7:41) - Small Frequent Meals & Metabolism (9:19) - Intermittent Fasting (11:48) - Protein Distribution & It’s Impact on Muscle vs Fat Ratio ...

Sports Dietitians, Aidan Muir and Leah Higl discuss and answer the listener's most common questions.  (0:00) - Introduction (0:41) - Is There Any Difference in Effect for Carb Loading an Athlete With Insulin Resistant PCOS? (2:41) - Is Eating High Volumes of Soy or Tofu Bad for You? (5:59) - Did Either of You Have Any Weird Nutritional Habits When Starting Out? (11:52) - What Are Common Mistakes You See People Making When Trying to Eat Healthier? (15:21) - Do You Recommend Magnesium...

Sports Dietitians, Leah Higl and Aidan Muir discuss whether having antioxidants around training can have a negative impact on performance and adaptations.  While antioxidants are generally considered beneficial for reducing oxidative stress and inflammation, there are theoretical reasons why they could have downsides for training adaptations. They explore the current research on this topic, as well as the known benefits.  (0:00) - Introduction (2:54) - Delayed Onset Mucle Soreness (DOMS) ...

Sports Dietitians Leah & Aidan discuss whether blood glucose monitors can improve athletic performance. They dive into what a continuous glucose monitor (CGM)actually is, and the potential pros and cons this can have as well as their nuanced view on the topic.     (0:00) - Introduction (2:38) - Potential Benefits of CGMs (4:42) - Potential Downsides of CGMs (10:20) - Nuanced Perspective & Practical Advice (15:26) - Summary    WEBSITE: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/ ...

In this episode, Sports Dietitians Aidan and Leah discuss whether coffee actually dehydrates you. They explain that caffeine is a diuretic, meaning it increases urine production, but does that necessarily mean it leads to dehydration?   (0:00) - Introduction (1:08) - The Research (3:11) - Outcomes from Habitual vs Non Habitual Coffee Drinkers (5:23) - Summary   WEBSITE: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/ PODCAST: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/podcast/...

Sports Dietitians, Aidan Muir & Leah Higl, discuss whether probiotics can be beneficial for athletic performance. They explore various angles, including the impact of probiotics on the gut microbiome of endurance athletes, the reduction of illness and missed training days, improvement in gut symptoms, and potential effects on recovery and inflammation.   (0:00) - Introduction (1:09) - Immune Function (5:06) - Gut Health (6:22) - Recovery & Inflammation (7:52) - Strength &...

Sports Dietitians, Aidan Muir & Leah Higl, discuss strategies for managing cholesterol levels through nutrition and offer practical recommendations for implementing these.   (0:00) - Introduction (1:31) - Plant Sterols (4:34) - Weight Management (5:15) - Mediterranean Diet (6:16) - The Role of Saturated Fats (9:32) - Poly and Monounsaturated Fats (11:31) - Dietary Cholesterol (13:23) - Soluble Fibre (15:07) - Summary   WEBSITE: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/ PODCAST:...

This bonus episode features the launch of the new podcast 'Insights with Ideal Nutrition' hosted by Hanah Mills.  In this episode, Hanah Interviews Sports Dietitian and founder of Ideal Nutrition, Aidan Muir, on his insight in understanding energy requirements.  They discuss how to calculate calorie requirements, the importance of understanding calories in versus calories out, different factors that contribute to energy expenditure, and address certain aspects such as metabolic adaptation...

Sports Dietitians, Leah and Aidan, discuss intermittent fasting and its effects on building muscle. They break down the science, including some more recent research, and provide practical recommendations on the topic. (0:00) - Introduction (1:00)-  Protein Distribution and Muscle Growth (4:49) - Is There an Upper Limit on Post Workout Protein Intake for MPS? (10:43) - The Research on Fasting & Muscle Growth / Retention (14:33) - Practical Challenges & Recommendations (17:47) -...

Aidan and Leah discuss common dietary deficiencies in athletes and how to address them. The importance of testing and monitoring these nutrient levels is emphasised, as well as the potential impact on athletic performance.   Time Stamps (0:00)- Introduction (1:24) - Iron (6:20) - Vitamin D (13:20) - Omega-3 (20:14) - Magnesium (22:35) - B12 (24:42) - Summary   WEBSITE: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/ PODCAST: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/podcast/ INSTAGRAM:...

In this episode, Aidan & Leah discuss their thoughts on the hugely popular Netflix documentary, You Are What You Eat. The cover the study, its findings and what we can take away from it for our own lives & nutrition approach.  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...

In this episode, sports dietitians, Aidan and Leah discuss sugar alcohols including their pros, cons and, things to be aware of.  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...

In this episode, sports dietitians, Aidan and Leah discuss the research behind aswaghanda and if it is beneficial for muscle growth. The answer might surprise you! 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...

In this episode, sports dietitians, Aidan and Leah discuss the Blue Zone Theory including the book & documentery. They explore the science behind longevity & what really matters for living a long healthy life.  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...

In this episode, sports dietitians, Aidan and Leah discuss the myths & misconceptions around creatine monohydrate 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 ...

In this episode, sports dietitians, Aidan and Leah discuss the many ways you can make fat loss easier! 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...

In this episode, sports dietitians, Aidan and Leah discuss ways to improve calcium intake without having to rely on dairy. 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...

In this episode, sports dietitians, Aidan and Leah breakdown what to look for in a protein powder.  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...

In this episode, Aidan and Leah discuss their top underrated tips for IBS management. The great thing about these 8 tips, is that you don't need to make any changes to WHAT you eat! With a lot of IBS management strategies being based on a food-restriction only approach, it can be refreshing to hear some other options.  WEBSITE: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/ PODCAST: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/podcast/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/idealnutrition__/?hl=en Our...

Summary In this episode, Aidan & Leah discuss the question of whether vitamin K2 supplementation is necessary alongside vitamin D. They explore the theory behind the relationship between these two vitamins and their impact on calcium absorption and deposition.   The hosts review research on vitamin D and vitamin K supplementation separately and together, focusing on their effects on cardiovascular health and bone mineral density.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:03 Theory...

In this episode, Aidan and Leah discuss the differences between diet breaks and refeeds/cheat meals and days as well as the pros and cons of each. They also explore the current evidence on this topic.  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...

In this episode, Aidan and Leah are back for another Q&A! 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

In this episode, Aidan and Leah chat about interesting experiences they have had with clients over their years of practicing as dietitians.  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...