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The Nutrition Couch

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Unlock your best health in just 30 minutes a week. Join the thousands of listeners who’ve transformed their lives with The Nutrition Couch, Australia’s top-ranked nutrition podcast. Each Wednesday at 6am AEST, dietitians Leanne Ward and Susie Burrell deliver powerful, bite-sized advice that’s easy to implement and designed to make healthy living simple and enjoyable.

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Episodes

Healthy or Hype? The Hidden Truth About "Healthy" Supermarket Foods, Nutrient Deficiencies, and Boosting Bone Health

Ever picked up a spinach wrap or veggie chips thinking they were a healthy choice? Think again! On this week’s episode of The Nutrition Couch , Leanne Ward and Susie Burrell reveal the sneaky tricks behind supermarket foods masquerading as “healthy” options. Plus, we tackle critical nutrient deficiencies, including one that might shock you, and share smart strategies to support kids’ bone health. In this episode, you’ll discover: The surprising truth behind “healthier” supermarket products. Real...

Nov 22, 202437 minSeason 4Ep. 271

Bonus Episode: Stay on Track This Silly Season: SMART Goals, Holiday Hacks, and Positive Mindset Shifts

Feeling the end-of-year overwhelm when it comes to your health and fitness goals? Struggling to maintain momentum amidst the social events, festive treats, and packed schedules? Don’t worry – The Nutrition Couch has got your back! In this special bonus episode, Leanne Ward and Susie Burrell share their ultimate strategies for surviving (and thriving) through the December silly season. From realistic goal-setting to practical hacks, we’re here to help you maintain balance without missing out on t...

Nov 19, 202430 minSeason 4Ep. 270

Supplements Decoded: The Ones You Need (and The Ones You Don’t) + How to Thrive During Party Season

On this episode of The Nutrition Couch , dietitians Leanne Ward and Susie Burrell pull back the curtain on the world of supplements. Are you taking too many? Or not the right ones? They’ll help you figure out what you actually need and what you can skip, so you’re not wasting money or swallowing unnecessary pills. In today’s episode, we discuss: Supplements 101 – Discover which supplements might be worth your investment and which ones could be doing nothing at all. Surviving Party Season – Tips ...

Nov 12, 202439 minSeason 4Ep. 269

Butter vs. Margarine: The Ultimate Guide to Spreads + Surprising Bone Health Hack & Colon Cleanse Truths

In this jam-packed episode of The Nutrition Couch , Leanne and Susie tackle hot topics in nutrition to help you make informed choices and get closer to your health goals. Ever wondered what’s really best to spread on your toast—avo, butter, or margarine? Leanne and Susie break down the nutritional facts behind common spreads and reveal which options could be boosting your health (or just adding empty calories). In today’s episode, we dive into: The Butter vs. Margarine Debate – Find out what you...

Nov 05, 202425 minSeason 4Ep. 268

Weight Loss Medications: Why They May Not Work & The Key to Lasting Results

In this episode of The Nutrition Couch , Leanne Ward and Susie Burrell unravel the common myths surrounding weight loss medications like Ozempic and Wegovy. Learn why these expensive medications often fail and what actually works for sustainable fat loss. They’ll also cover: • New research revealing the different nutritional needs of men and women. • A fresh find: a range of veggie-based dips perfect for your next snack. • Listener Q&A: How to achieve a calorie deficit without counting calor...

Oct 29, 202437 minSeason 4Ep. 267

Portion Control Secrets: How to Enjoy Your Faves Without Overeating

On this episode of The Nutrition Couch , Susie and Leanne reveal the hidden dangers of portion creep and share easy tricks to enjoy your favorite foods in the right amounts. Learn how to calorie shave without sacrificing flavor, plus strategies to sneak more veggies into your day. We also explore the benefits of changing up your exercise routine as you age, review a super clean sweet potato chip, and answer a listener question on cold-pressed juices. Don’t miss out on our ultimate guide to susta...

Oct 22, 202435 minSeason 4Ep. 266

Gut Health Reset: Essential Tips for Digestive Health & Nutrition Conversations with Kids

Feeling bloated or struggling with your gut health? In today’s The Nutrition Couch , Leanne and Susie reveal how to reset your gut for optimal digestive health. Learn tips on supporting your microbiome, and how to talk about food with kids without promoting diet culture. Plus, we review a new high-protein dip that’s perfect for healthy snacking, and answer your questions on the best oils for cooking. Don’t miss out on our ultimate guide to sustainable health! Grab Reset, Nourish, Burn , packed w...

Oct 15, 202437 minSeason 4Ep. 265

Celebrity Diet Myths, Cucumber Salad Craze, & Healthy Kid Drinks

Are celebrity diets and wellness supplements misleading you? On this week’s episode of The Nutrition Couch , Susie and Leanne expose the truth about celebrity diet advice, why genetics matter more than a miracle supplement, and how to make informed choices for your health. Plus, we dive into TikTok’s viral cucumber salad trend, the newest lower-sugar drinks for kids, and answer a listener’s question about safe fiber supplements for gut health. Subscribe today on Spotify to never miss an episode,...

Oct 08, 202431 minSeason 4Ep. 264

Conquering Weekend Eating, Boosting Brain Health, and Muesli Secrets

Do you struggle to stick to your nutrition goals over the weekend? From impromptu gatherings to kids’ sports, weekend eating can be tough to manage! In this episode of The Nutrition Couch , Susie Burrell and Leanne Ward dive into practical strategies to stay on track while still enjoying your weekends. Plus, we reveal new research on how your diet can protect your brain as you age and share a high-protein snack find. Finally, we tackle a listener question on choosing the best muesli or granola f...

Oct 01, 202435 minSeason 4Ep. 263

The Truth About Protein for Weight Loss, Eating for Satisfaction & Healthier Soft Drink Alternatives

Are you getting enough protein from the right foods? This week on The Nutrition Couch , dietitians Susie Burrell and Leanne Ward share surprising insights on protein content in everyday foods, why it’s key for fat loss, metabolism, and staying full. In this episode, we also dive into: The difference between eating for satisfaction vs. eating for nutritional goals. A new lighter aioli just in time for summer. Healthier alternatives to diet soft drinks. Exciting News: Our New Book! Don’t forget to...

Sep 24, 202430 minSeason 4Ep. 262

Are You Really Doing the Work? The Top 4 Nutrient Deficiencies, Veggie Fry Myths, and Building a Nourishing Smoothie

Are you putting in the effort with your health and not seeing results? This episode dives into what “doing the work” really means. We explore the small actions that can make a big difference, share client success stories, and discuss why some habits might be holding you back. Plus, we cover: • The top four nutrient deficiencies affecting 60% of people worldwide. • A new supermarket find: McCain Pub Style Crispy Cauliflower Fries . • Our listener question: how to build a delicious and balanced sm...

Sep 17, 202439 minSeason 4Ep. 261

Unlock the Secrets to Healthy Ageing, Surprising Heart Health Risks, and Anti-Inflammatory Superfoods

Are you starting to notice the signs of ageing? Worried about the changes happening in your body as you hit your 40s and beyond? In this week’s episode of The Nutrition Couch , dietitians Susie Burrell and Leanne Ward reveal groundbreaking research that identifies two key life stages when ageing accelerates. They share the actionable steps you can take now—whether you’re 35 or 65—to age gracefully and maintain your health long-term. But that’s not all! In this episode, we also dive into: New res...

Sep 10, 202435 minSeason 4Ep. 260

Diet vs. Drugs, Meal Skipping Myths, and The Truth About Processed Meat Snacks

Are you relying on the latest weight loss medications, or have you ever wondered if there’s a better way? In this episode of The Nutrition Couch , dietitians Leanne Ward and Susie Burrell break down new research revealing how a diet rich in protein and fibre can deliver results that rival popular medications like Ozempic—without the unwanted side effects. Join us as we explore: Surprising findings from a recent study that compares the effectiveness of lifestyle changes versus weight loss drugs. ...

Sep 03, 202438 minSeason 4Ep. 259

Bonus Episode: Discover the Secrets to Lasting Weight Control with Our New Book, Reset Nourish Burn

Episode Description: In this special bonus episode, Leanne Ward and Susie Burrell reveal their new book, Reset Nourish Burn . This is more than just a diet book—it’s a comprehensive guide to achieving lasting weight control, rooted in science and packed with practical tools. Ready to transform your health? Reset Nourish Burn is now available! Get your copy today from Amazon or Penguin Australia . Join Leanne and Susie as they dive into the three key principles of the book: Reset your mindset, No...

Sep 02, 202426 minSeason 4Ep. 258

Mastering Sleep, Glowing Skin Secrets, the Ultimate Seed Snack and Exercise Motivation Tips

In this episode of The Nutrition Couch , dietitians Susie Burrell and Leanne Ward share expert nutrition tips to help you sleep better, improve your skin health, and find the motivation to exercise. Discover the benefits of our new Rest Hot Chocolate , packed with sleep-enhancing ingredients like glycine and chamomile, designed to help you achieve deeper, more restful sleep. We also discuss how to nourish your skin from within for a radiant complexion and introduce a healthy, delicious seed-base...

Aug 27, 202430 minSeason 257Ep. 4

Our New Functional Hot Chocolate Blends. What to Eat When You're Sick. Reviewing the the Hillcrest Low Sugar Coconut Chocolate Delight Bars from Aldi. What is a Well Balanced Afternoon Snack.

From Susie and Leanne on The Nutrition Couch this episode: We launch our new range of hot chocolate blends. We busts myths about the best things to eat when you're sick. We review the Hillcrest Low Sugar Coconut Chocolate Delight Bars from Aldi. We our listener question is about how to choose a well balanced afternoon snack. So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s episode! Our New Hot Chocolate Range We have just launched our very own range of Designed by Dietitians functional hot chocolate ble...

Aug 19, 202430 minSeason 4Ep. 256

How Sugar Free Soft Drinks Can Damage Your Heart. Steps To Reduce the Risk of Peanut Allergies. Reviewing the Coles Kitchen Ancient Grain & Chickpea Medley. How to Pick a Healthy Frozen Meal.

From Susie and Leanne on The Nutrition Couch this episode: We review the new research showing a correlation between consumption of sugar free soft drinks and heard disease (atrial fibrillation). We also review new research about steps you can take to minimise the risk of your kids developing peanut allergies in adolescence; We review Coles Kitchen Ancient Grain & Chickpea Medley ; We our listener question is about how to pick a health frozen meal. So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s epi...

Aug 13, 202428 minSeason 4Ep. 255

Getting Your Dinner Timing Right. Foods We Would Never Feed Our Kids. Reviewing The Eat Lean Shredded Cheese. How to Tell if You Are Hypoglycaemic.

From Susie and Leanne on The Nutrition Couch this episode: We chat all things dinner time, and how to get the timing right for you; We reveal the foods we would never feed our kids; We review Eat Lean Shredded Cheese ; We our listener question is about hypoglycaemia and signs you may have it. So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s episode! New TNC Webinars Here is all the info about our new TNC webinars. Both webinars are now on our website and are able to be purchases and watched any time. Ea...

Aug 06, 202431 minSeason 4Ep. 254

Our Views on Processed Meat Snacks. Safety Concerns About Herbal Supplements. Reviewing Uncle Tobys Cheerios Cereal. Cottage Cheese Vs. Ricotta.

From Susie and Leanne on The Nutrition Couch this episode: Why processed meat snacks are not as healthy as we are being led to believe; Our safety concerns about 'natural' herbal supplements; We review Uncle Tobys Cheerios Low Sugar Breakfast Cereal ; We our listener question is about cottage cheese vs. ricotta as a snack option. So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s episode! New TNC Webinars Here is all the info about our new TNC webinars. Both webinars are now on our website and are able to...

Jul 30, 202436 minSeason 4Ep. 253

Body Composition Goals For Our 20’s, 30’s and beyond. Processed Vs. Ultra-Processed Foods. Reviewing Noway Collagen Mousse. Choosing the Healthiest Dumplings.

From Susie and Leanne on The Nutrition Couch this episode: We deep dive the specifics of body composition and what we should be aiming for a we move through our 20’s, 30’s and beyond; We look at the difference between processed and ultra-processed; We review Noway Collagen Mousse ; We our listener question is about dumplings and how to choose the healthiest option. So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s episode! New TNC Webinars Here is all the info about our new TNC webinars. Both webinars ar...

Jul 23, 202436 minSeason 4Ep. 252

The New Research Showing the Benefits of Drinking 100% Fruit Juices. The Link Between High Fat Diets and Anxiety. Reviewing Amy's Kitchen Canned Organic Lentil & Vegetable Soup. How to Enjoy Crumpets as a Healthy Winter Breakfast Option.

From Susie and Leanne on The Nutrition Couch this episode: We look at the latest research about the potential benefits of keeping 100% fruit juices in your diet; We look at the emerging link between high fat diets and anxiety; We review the Amy's Kitchen Canned Organic Lentil & Vegetable Soup ; We our listener question is about how to enjoy crumpets as a healthy winter breakfast option? So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s episode! New TNC Webinars Here is all the info about our new TNC ...

Jul 16, 202432 minSeason 4Ep. 251

Nutritional Requirements and Plant-Based Milks. Our Most Cost Effective & Health Supermarket Buys. Reviewing the Birds Eye Frozen Seasoned Sides Mediterranean Mix.

From Susie and Leanne on The Nutrition Couch this episode: We look at the latest research about meeting nutritional requirements when drinking plant-based milks; We reveal our picks for cost-effective and healthy supermarket foods; We review the Birds Eye Frozen Seasoned Sides Mediterranean Mix ; We our listener question is about which fruits are best when you want to limit sugar intake? So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s episode! New TNC Webinars Here is all the info about our new TNC web...

Jul 09, 202434 minSeason 4Ep. 250

Dealing With Diet Saboteurs. Winter Super Foods. Reviewing the King Of Kings Gua Bao Bun. What To Do When Weight Loss Medication is Ineffective.

From Susie and Leanne on The Nutrition Couch this episode: We give you all the tools and strategies you need to keep your dietary goals on track no what tempting treats you are offered; We reveal our favourite winter super foods; We review the King Of Kings Gua Bao Bun ; We our listener question is about what happens when weight loss medication doesn't work? So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s episode! New TNC Webinars Here is all the info about our new TNC webinars. Both webinars are now o...

Jul 02, 202437 minSeason 4Ep. 249

Combating the Late Arvo Munchies. The Impact of a Japanese Style Diet on Brain Health. Reviewing the Strong Roots Proper Chips. How Healthy are 100% Choc Nut Spreads?

From Susie and Leanne on The Nutrition Couch this episode: We take a look at habits during the late afternoon eating period and the easy ways you can take control; We review the latest research about how a Japanese style diet can promote brain health; We road test the Strong Roots Proper Chips; We our listener question is about 100% choc nut spreads, how healthy are they? So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s episode! New TNC Webinars Here is all the info about our new TNC webinars. Both webi...

Jun 25, 202434 minSeason 4Ep. 248

The Hormones that Affect Your Body Composition, Metabolic Health and Weight. The Link Between Diet and Bowel Cancer. Reviewing Woolworths Chicken Breast Bites Karaage. How Alcohol Affects Fat Loss.

From Susie and Leanne on The Nutrition Couch this episode: We deep dive into the hormones that play a part in your body composition, metabolic health and weight; We look at the latest research on the link between diet and bowel cancer; We review Woolworths Chicken Breast Bites Karaage . We our listener question is about how drinking alcohol can affect fat loss. So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s episode! New TNC Webinars Here is all the info about our new TNC webinars. Both webinars are no...

Jun 18, 202440 minSeason 4Ep. 247

Why We Should Limit Ultra Processed Foods. The Importance of 30 Plant Points a Week. Reviewing Pauls Plus Protein Yoghurt Vanilla. Why Blood Glucose Levels Might Increase After Fat Loss.

From Susie and Leanne on The Nutrition Couch this episode: We chat about the new research about the importance of limiting how many ultra processed foods you eat; We look at the concept of plant health and the importance of 30 plant points per week for gut health; We review Pauls Plus Protein Yoghurt Vanilla . We our listener question is about blood glucose levels and why they might increase after fat loss. So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s episode! New TNC Webinars Here is all the info a...

Jun 11, 202436 minSeason 4Ep. 246

Why You Really Should Be Drinking Water. How to Eat Intuitively. Reviewing The Aldi Schnitzel. Are There Any Health Benefits Behind Bone Broth?

From Susie and Leanne on The Nutrition Couch this episode: We chat the importance of water and how much you should really be drinking. We delve into the world of intuitive eating. We review the Aldi Schnitzel . We our listener question is about bone broth, are there really any health benefits. So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s episode! New TNC Webinars Here is all the info about our new TNC webinars. Both webinars are now on our website and are able to be purchases and watched any time. E...

Jun 04, 202440 minSeason 4Ep. 245

Balancing Your Favourite Takeaway. The Health Benefits of Chewing Gum. Reviewing Arnott's Seeded Crackers. The Best Alternatives to Pasta.

From Susie and Leanne on The Nutrition Couch this episode: We chat the importance of making our favourite takeaway meals balanced. We review new researching about how chewing gum can improve your health. We review the Arnott's Seeded Crackers . We our listener question is about the best pasta alternatives available in supermarkets? So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s episode! New TNC Webinars Here is all the info about our new TNC webinars. Both webinars are now on our website and are able ...

May 28, 202436 minSeason 4Ep. 244

How to Deal with Insatiable Hunger. The Science Behind After School Snacks. Reviewing Supermarket Pizza Options. Should you Take Fish Oil Supplements?

From Susie and Leanne on The Nutrition Couch this episode: We discuss ways to control insatiable hunger. We examine some new research on what your kids should be eating after school. We review the FroPro Pizza Range and the Ristorante Spinaci Pizza . We our listener question is about fish oil supplements: should you be taking them? So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s episode! New TNC Webinars Here is all the info about our new TNC webinars. Both webinars are now on our website and are able ...

May 21, 202440 minSeason 4Ep. 243

Exercising Through Winter. Boosting Protein Intake. Reviewing the Pitango Free Range Chicken & Vegetable Soup. Chocolate Milk After Exercise?

From Susie and Leanne on The Nutrition Couch this episode: We look at ways to keep your exercise up over winter. We discuss the importance of protein intake for metabolism and how to ensure you are getting enough. We review Pitango Free Range Chicken & Vegetable Soup . We our listener question is about chocolate milk and whether it's ok to drink it after exercise? So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s episode! New TNC Webinars Here is all the info about our new TNC webinars. Both webinars...

May 14, 202435 minSeason 4Ep. 242
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