From Leanne and Susie on The Nutrition Couch this episode: We discuss the worst foods you can eat: ultra-processed foods - how they slip into our daily diets and why they are so bad for us? Our ' Client Case Study ' is about Christmas parties and the tricks and tips to prevent weight gain this silly season; Our ' Product Review of the Week' is about kombucha; And finally, our ' Listener Question of the Week ' is about dips: what are the better choices? So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s ep...
Dec 04, 2021•43 min•Season 1Ep. 31
From Susie and Leanne on The Nutrition Couch this episode: We look at self sabotage: we teach you how to stop yourself going off the rails and look at some proven strategies to take back control; Our ' Client Case Study ' is on apple cider vinegar: does it influence weight loss or blood glucose? Our ' Product Review of the Week' is on the growing range of protein rich breakfast cereal options; And finally, our ' Listener Question of the Week ' is about office feeders: the well meaning people who...
Nov 27, 2021•45 min•Season 1Ep. 30
From Leanne and Susie on The Nutrition Couch this episode: We answer the question: Does WHEN you eat matter as much as WHAT you eat? Why time of day eating is an important aspect of weight control; Our ' Client Case Study ' is on healthy weight gain: how to eat if you actually want or need to gain a few kilos, the right way; Our ' Product Review of the Week' is on bespoke performance coffees; And finally, our ' Listener Question of the Week ' is about how women can juggle busy mum life with eati...
Nov 20, 2021•36 min•Season 1Ep. 29
From Susie and Leanne on The Nutrition Couch this episode: We discuss party tips for the silly season: How to build a delicious, but nutritious, party platter; Our ' Client Case Study ' is on inflammation: what it is, how do you know you have it and how do you eat to reduce it? Our ' Product Review of the Week' is on V8 Veggie Juice; And finally, our ' Listener Question of the Week ' is about the term ‘lean meat': what does this even mean?? So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s episode! Don't...
Nov 13, 2021•40 min•Season 1Ep. 28
From Leanne and Susie on The Nutrition Couch this episode: We discuss the pros, cons and safety of rapid weight loss; Our ' Client Case Study ' is about gaining muscle and the tips and tricks for both men and women; Our ' Product Review of the Week' is on a popular low sugar donut; And finally, our ' Listener Question of the Week ' is all about carbs: how much do you need and what is a standard serve? So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s episode! Don't Miss an Episode Don’t forget to subscri...
Nov 06, 2021•41 min•Season 1Ep. 27
From Susie and Leanne on The Nutrition Couch this episode: We discuss Sugar: whether it be honey, golden syrup, glucose, rice malt or treacle. Is it really bad for us, are some types better than others and how much is too much each day? Our ' Client Case Study ' is on bariatric surgery: we talk the dietary impact and nutritional implications to be aware of if you have had or are considering bariatric surgery; Our ' Product Review of the Week' is on a new veggie rice we can’t get enough of; And f...
Oct 30, 2021•40 min•Season 1Ep. 26
From Leanne and Susie on The Nutrition Couch this episode: We discuss whether modern living is an obesogenic environment, and how to combat gradual weight gain over time; Our ' Client Case Study ' is on fussy eating in children: why it's so common and how best to manage it; Our ' Product Review of the Week' is on flavoured sparkling waters? And finally, our ' Listener Question of the Week ' is all about sushi: how healthy is it really? So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s episode! Don't Miss...
Oct 23, 2021•38 min•Season 1Ep. 25
From Susie and Leanne on The Nutrition Couch this episode: We discuss food labels and whether Australia's Health Star Rating the best way to identify the healthiest supermarket foods; Our ' Client Case Study ' is on polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and how women who have that condition should modify their diets; Our ' Product Review of the Week' is on a delicious range of Woolies cookies, but are they too tasty to be healthy? And finally, our ' Listener Question of the Week ' is all about vitam...
Oct 16, 2021•46 min•Season 1Ep. 24
From Leanne and Susie on The Nutrition Couch this episode: We discuss poo, what is normal, what can your poo reveal about your health and when should you be concerned? Our ' Client Case Study ' is on emotional eating; what are the signs of emotional eating and what are some steps we can implement to take control? Our ' Product Review of the Week' is about higher protein wraps; And finally, our ' Listener Question of the Week ' is about protein powder – when should you use it and which one is bes...
Oct 09, 2021•48 min•Season 1Ep. 23
From Leanne and Susie on The Nutrition Couch this episode: We discuss what is the metabolism, why does it slow down as we get older and what we can do to boost it? Our ' Client Case Study ' is on cholesterol – what can you do if you eat healthy but the GP tells you your cholesterol is high? Our ' Product Review of the Week' is a popular soy milk; And finally, our ' Listener Question of the Week ' is about MSG or the additive 621 – can we still find it in our food and is it really that bad for us...
Oct 02, 2021•41 min•Season 1Ep. 22
From Leanne and Susie on The Nutrition Couch this episode: We discuss cellulite – Many women have it, but can your diet really impact this common skin and body issue? Our ' Client Case Study ' is about low iron and the profound way iron deficiency can impact how we feel on a daily basis; Our ' Product Review of the Week' is on a popular lower calorie ice-cream alternative; And finally, our ' Listener Question of the Week ' is about walking – How much should we be walking each day to keep the kil...
Sep 25, 2021•49 min•Season 1Ep. 21
From Leanne and Susie on The Nutrition Couch this episode: Why are you not losing weight? We discuss the most common mistakes when it comes to fat loss we see on a daily basis with our own clients; Our ' Client Case Study ' is on reflux: how does it effect your dietary choices, indigestion and abdominal comfort? Our ' Product Review of the Week' is on our favourite pumpkin seed snacks; And finally, our ' Listener Question of the Week ' is about salmon: is farmed salmon ok to eat or should we be ...
Sep 18, 2021•38 min•Season 1Ep. 20
From Leanne and Susie on The Nutrition Couch this episode: We discuss insulin resistance: what is insulin, what is insulin resistance and why it may be preventing you from losing weight; In our client case study we chat about alcohol: how much is too much and are there better types should you choose? Our ' Product Review of the Week' is on plant-based yoghurts; And finally, our listener question is about nutrition for shift workers: how do you adjust your diet so it works when you are awake when...
Sep 11, 2021•46 min•Season 1Ep. 19
From Leanne and Susie on The Nutrition Couch this episode: We discuss juice detoxes: what are they & should we be doing them? In our client case study we chat about adrenal fatigue: what is it, and what do you need to know about it? Our ' Product Review of the Week' is on seeded crackers; And finally, our listener question is about cooking with oil: what are the best types? So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s episode! Ana Luisa Jewellery Today’s episode is brought to you by Ana Luisa Je...
Sep 04, 2021•43 min•Season 1Ep. 18
From Leanne and Susie on The Nutrition Couch this episode: We’re discuss the trend of collagen and skin health: do we need it, what does it do and is it all it’s cracked up to be? In our client case study we chat all things artificial sweeteners; Our ' Product Review of the Week' is on a sugar free chocolate: is it actually a better option? And finally, our listener question is on cheese: how much is too much, what’s a serving size and what are the best types? So sit back, relax and enjoy this w...
Aug 28, 2021•43 min•Season 1Ep. 17
From Leanne and Susie on The Nutrition Couch this episode: We chat about a media article which asks: What is flexible dieting (IIFYM) and is it effective? Our ' Client Case Study of the Week ' is about constant hunger. How do we manage it? Our 'S upermarket Product of the Week ' is powered peanut butter; and Our listener question is all about probiotics, should we be taking them for general health? So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s episode! Don't Miss an Episode Don’t forget to subscribe ...
Aug 21, 2021•43 min•Season 1Ep. 16
From Leanne and Susie on The Nutrition Couch this episode: We chat about a media article which asks: Is the Keto diet effective? Our ' Client Case Study of the Week ' is about motivation, how do we find it and keep it? Our ' Supermarket Product of the Week ' is a lighter alternative to bread; and Our listener question is all about organic fruit and veggies, are they worth it? So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s episode! Don't Miss an Episode Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you n...
Aug 15, 2021•34 min•Season 1Ep. 15
From Leanne and Susie on The Nutrition Couch this episode: We chat about a media article which asks: What’s more influential, diet or exercise for weight loss? Our ' Client Case Study of the Week ' is about peri-menopause; Our ' Supermarket Product of the Week ' is a sugar free cake mix; and Our listener question is all about how to approach nutrition for young girls as they go through puberty. So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s episode! Don't Miss an Episode Don’t forget to subscribe to t...
Aug 07, 2021•46 min•Season 1Ep. 14
From Susie and Leanne on The Nutrition Couch this episode: We chat about the health halos trending in the media, what are they and what mistakes are we making; Our 'Client Case Study of the Week' is about MTHFR gene mutations (aka the Mother F**** gene); Our 'Supermarket Product of the Week' is a low sugar granola; and Our listener question is all about chocolate; can we enjoy our favourite chocolate each day and still be healthy. So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s episode! Don't Miss an E...
Jul 31, 2021•40 min•Season 1Ep. 13
From Susie and Leanne on The Nutrition Couch this episode: We chat about the media trend of volume eating and how it can assist you to lose weight; Our ' Client Case Study of the Week ' i about gluten free diets and cross contamination; Our ' Supermarket Product of the Week ' is the Fibre One bars; and Our listener question is all about condiments and healthy sauces; what are the best options to use when trying to lose weight or be healthy. So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s episode! Don't...
Jul 24, 2021•45 min•Season 1Ep. 12
On The Nutrition Couch this episode- Fat loss; we hear about it all the time, but why is it so difficult. We discuss the most common barriers to sustainable fat loss and how to take control back; Our ' Client Case Study of the Week ' i about coffee; how much is too much, what is the healthiest order and can you still enjoy your favourite caffeine hit if you are trying to lose weight; Our ' Supermarket Product of the Week ' is a deep dive into the growing range of low carb pastas in supermarkets ...
Jul 17, 2021•40 min•Season 1Ep. 11
On The Nutrition Couch this episode- We take a look at the "baked oats" TikTok trend; Our ' Client Case Study of the Week ' is all about the pros and cons of intermittent fasting; Our ' Supermarket Product of the Week ' is a new plant based frozen meal option; and We answer our listener questions about diet soft drinks; are they ok to drink and how many is too many? So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s episode! Don't Miss an Episode Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you never miss ...
Jul 10, 2021•38 min•Season 1Ep. 10
On The Nutrition Couch today: We discuss chronic calorie deprivation; We examine whether or not greens powders are actually beneficial for us; Our ' Supermarket Product of the Week ' is a high protein bread option; Our listener question is all about coconut oil; does it really burn fat and help with weight loss and is it the oil we should really be cooking with? So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s episode! Don't Miss an Episode Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an e...
Jul 03, 2021•39 min•Season 1Ep. 9
From The Nutrition Couch today: The Bubble Tea Craze; what is Bubble Tea, is it healthy and why have Aussie shoppers gone nuts for this new product? Our ' Clinic Question of the Week ' is all about immunity; how can we optimise our eating to stay healthy this winter? We have found a low-calorie frozen yoghurt treat you are going to want to know about in supermarkets; and Our listener question is on the plant-based meat alternatives; are they actually healthier options than the real thing? So sit...
Jun 26, 2021•38 min•Season 1Ep. 8
On The Nutrition Couch today: Period nutrition – what to eat during that time of the month to help manage cramping and those terrible cravings that can see us demolish an entire block of chocolate without even realising it; Our ' Client Case Study of the Week ' is about treats – we all love them, but how many is too many, not only for us, but also for our kids; Our ' Supermarket Product of the Week ' is on one of our favourite yoghurts; and Our listen question of the week is an oldie, but a good...
Jun 19, 2021•39 min•Season 1Ep. 7
From The Nutrition Couch today: Our trending media article is all about the different stages of weight loss; Our ' Client Case Study of the Week ' takes a closer look at weight loss plateau’s and how we shift them; Our ' Supermarket Product of the Week ' is the new Vetta Smart Protein Self-Raising Flour; and Our listener question today is about gut health, what are some easy ways we can improve our gut health. So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s episode! Don't Miss an Episode Don’t forget t...
Jun 12, 2021•39 min•Season 1Ep. 6
On The Nutrition Couch today- Meal delivery kits; there are so many options out there, but are they a good choice for healthy eating or for weight loss; Our ' Client Case Study of the Week ' is all about working from home, and easy ways to keep your food and activity goals on track; Our ' Supermarket Product of the Week ' is a new smoothie with collagen added; does it smooth out those wrinkles; and Our listener question is about protein shakes; should you take them after a gym workout? So sit ba...
Jun 05, 2021•35 min•Season 1Ep. 5
On The Nutrition Couch today: Will the weight loss TikTok dance trend really give you abs? Our ' Client Case Study of the Week ' is taking a closer look at the 800 calorie diet. Is it a good option or simply promoting restrictive eating? Our ' Supermarket Product of the Week ' is a new range of vegetable chips finding their way into the health food aisle; and Our listener question is about how to re-start when you totally lose control. What should our next step be? So sit back, relax and enjoy t...
May 29, 2021•34 min•Season 1Ep. 4
On The Nutrition Couch this week: We look at why Australians are eating a credit card sized amount of plastic every year; Our ' Supermarket Product of the Week ' is a new plant protein winter soup option for you; Our ' Client Case Study of the Week ' is on hunger; and Our listener question is all about macros. So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s episode! Don't Miss an Episode Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode and follow us on social media @the_nutrition_c...
May 22, 2021•32 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Episode 2 is a lively discussion about the new "5 Factor Diet", the latest go-to of Hollywood’s stars. We also discuss our tips to assist bloating and digestion. Our ' Supermarket Product of the Week ' is the new John West Calcium Tuna. We end this episode with a listener question on how to combat the pesky night time munchies. Don't Miss an Episode Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode and follow us on social media @the_nutrition_couch_podcast to ask us questions...
May 15, 2021•26 min•Season 1Ep. 2
