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The Ideal Nutrition Podcast

Aidan Muir and Torwen Eerkens

The Ideal Nutrition Podcast, hosted by Aidan Muir and Torwen Eerkens, breaks down nutrition topics on a weekly basis. They combine an evidence-based approach with simple explanations and actionable take-away points.

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All Episodes

11:07

E253 - How Much Do Certain Nutrition Strategies...

The Ideal Nutrition Podcast ·

2026/04/23

Dietitians Aidan Muir and Torwen Eerkens discuss the different factors which enhance or block iron absorption, including the extent of this to provide context on which interactions matter most. (1:59) - Iron Bioavailability and Types (3:10) - Iron Enhancers (6:08) - Iron Blockers 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 Tyler

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13:54

E252 - Nutrition For Double Training Days

The Ideal Nutrition Podcast ·

2026/04/16

Dietitians Torwen Eerkens and Aidan Muir run through the nutrition considerations for fuelling days with multiple, higher intensity or longer duration training sessions. As nutrition becomes more important for supporting performance, recovery, as well as energy levels and health between sessions, Torwen and Aidan run through what to focus on to make the most of these training days. (1:01) - The Importance of Replenishing Glycogen (2:34) - Protein for Muscle Repair (3:44) - Rehydration (4:46) - Food

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11:10

E251 - Are Emulsifiers Bad For Gut Health?

The Ideal Nutrition Podcast ·

2026/04/09

Dietitians Torwen Eerkens and Aidan Muir explore the research on emulsifiers - their roles, benefits, and the claims against them for gut health. (01:10) - What are Emulsifiers? (01:52) - Benefits of Emulsifiers (04:27) - Potential Risks of Emulsifiers (08:08) - Research Insights & Interpretations 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

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14:13

E250 - Is the Mediterranean Diet the Gold Standard...

The Ideal Nutrition Podcast ·

2026/04/02

Dietitians Torwen Eerkens and Aidan Muir explore the evidence on the Mediterranean Diet - its benefits, potential downsides and costs, and whether it is practical as the gold standard diet for health. (1:21) - Benefits for Cardiovascular Disease (3:15) - Benefits for Weight Management (5:13) - Mechanisms (6:11) - Potential Downsides: Athletes (7:29) - Cost Comparisons: Money and Time (10:48) - Adapting the Mediterranean Diet (13:03) - Alcohol Considerations WEBSITE:

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14:26

E249 - Berberine: A Deep Dive

The Ideal Nutrition Podcast ·

2026/03/26

Dietitians Torwen Eerkens and Aidan Muir deep dive on berberine, an emerging supplement dubbed 'Nature's Metformin'. Torwen and Aidan examine the potential benefits, risks and practical implications. (1:40) - Diabetes Management (2:48) - Effect on Cholesterol (3:49) - Weight Management (6:03) - Fatty Liver Disease (7:16) - How to Take Berberine (9:30) - Potential Side Effects & Impracticalities of Berberine WEBSITE: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/ PODCAST:

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25:41

E248 - The 2026 Guide to IBS & FODMAPs

The Ideal Nutrition Podcast ·

2026/03/18

Dietitians Aidan Muir and Torwen Eerkens provide an updated comprehensive guide to IBS and FODMAPs, exploring recent research, dietary strategies, and holistic approaches to managing IBS symptoms effectively. (00:45) - What is IBS? (1:49) - What are FODMAPs? (4:53) - The Low FODMAP Diet (7:33) - Research on Low FODMAP Approaches (12:29) - Probiotics (14:18) - Fibre Types and Ratios (17:12) - Nervous System Regulation (20:02) - Updates on Other Supplements WEBSITE:

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13:31

E247 - 10 Underrated Nutrition Tips

The Ideal Nutrition Podcast ·

2026/03/12

Dietitians Torwen Eerkens and Aidan Muir share 10 tips worth knowing to support your nutrition. (00:26) - 1. Creatine for Sleep Deprivation (1:27) - 2. Rate of Fat Loss with a Calorie Deficit (3:29) - 3. Plant Sterols for Lowering Cholesterol (4:21) - 4. Psyllium Husk for Gut Health and Cholesterol (5:10) - 5. Vitamin C for the Common Cold (6:31) - 6. Frozen Fruit & Vegetables (6:49) - 7. Supplement Iron Every Second Day (9:26) - 8. Multivitamins When Fruit & Veg Intake is Low (9:55) - 9

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22:33

E246 - The Nutrition Guide for GLP-1s (Ozempic / Wegovy)

The Ideal Nutrition Podcast ·

2026/03/05

Dietitians Aidan Muir and Torwen Eerkens break down GLP-1 medications for weight loss: the different types available; potential benefits and risks; and what to consider for nutrition to optimise health while using GLP-1s. (1:25) What are GLP-1 Medications? (3:53) History of Medications (8:49) Torwen & Aidan's Philosophy on GLP-1s (13:04) Nutrition Considerations for GLP-1 Use (19:25) Supplements to Consider WEBSITE: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/ PODCAST:

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16:58

E245 - Building Muscle on a Budget

The Ideal Nutrition Podcast ·

2026/02/26

Dietitians Torwen Eerkens and Aidan Muir break down the nutrition factors needed for muscle gain and how to achieve them in the most cost-effective way possible. (00:27) Nutrition for Muscle Gain (1:42) Cost Effective Sources of Protein (3:03) Plant vs Animal Protein Sources (4:41) Cost Effective Sources of Healthy Fats (6:26) Cost Effective Sources of Carbohydrates (7:40) Supplements: Creatine (9:30) Supplements: Protein Powder (10:46) Supplements: Multivitamin, Fibre and Omega 3s (11:50)

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13:57

E244 - Q&A #12

The Ideal Nutrition Podcast ·

2026/02/19

Dietitians Aidan Muir & Torwen Eerkens are back with another Q+A. (00:33) NAD+ Supplements (2:09) Water Weight From Creatine Supplementation (3:36) Dextrose to Increase Carbohydrate Intake (5:02) Adequate Micronutrients with Textural Sensitivities (6:01) RAVES for Managing Binge Eating Disorder (8:20) PHGG Supplementation (9:12) Reversing Lost Bone Mineral Density (12:37) Do You Need Protein Immediately After Training? WEBSITE: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/ PODCAST:

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19:06

E243 - Electrolyte Supplements: Do You Actually Need...

The Ideal Nutrition Podcast ·

2026/02/12

Dietitians Torwen Eerkens and Aidan Muir discuss whether it's really necessary to incorporate electrolyte supplements. Torwen and Aidan run through what the electrolytes are and their roles in the body; the recommended daily intakes; how much we can get through food and how much supplements provide; as well as their recommendations for when electrolyte supplements may benefit - and when they likely won't. (00:35) - Electrolytes & Their Role in the Body (3:33) - Supplements vs Food Sources (10:37) -

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12:10

E242 - Do Wholefood Diets Lead to Greater Fat Loss?

The Ideal Nutrition Podcast ·

2026/02/05

Dietitians Aidan Muir and Torwen Eerkens explore the impact of whole food diets on fat loss. They discuss the principles of caloric balance, the role of satiety, and the direct and indirect effects of whole foods on caloric absorption; before running through practical recommendations for incorporating more whole foods. (1:00) - What is a Wholefoods Diet? (1:52) - Calorie Balance for Fat Loss (3:01) - Indirect Benefits of Wholefood Diets for Fat Loss (4:55) - Direct Benefits of Wholefood Diets for

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14:41

E241 - SIBO: What's Evidence-Based and What's Not

The Ideal Nutrition Podcast ·

2026/01/29

Dietitians Torwen Eerkens and Aidan Muir delve into the complexities of Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO). They discuss what SIBO is, its symptoms, the challenges in diagnosing it and management protocols including different dietary approaches. (00:24) - What is SIBO? (2:45) - Causes of SIBO & How is SIBO Diagnosed? (7:24) - SIBO Management (11:47) - Probiotics for SIBO? (12:54) - Key Takeaways WEBSITE: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/ PODCAST:

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19:19

E240 - Rapid Fire: Our Thoughts On These 5 Current...

The Ideal Nutrition Podcast ·

2026/01/22

Dietitians Torwen Eerkens and Aidan Muir examine 5 current diet trendsm, including low inflammation diets, seed oils, protein-sparing modified fasting, calorie cycling, and trends to stabilise blood sugar levels. (0:20) - Low Inflammation Diets (4:14) - Seed Oils (6:49) - Protein-Sparing Modified Fasting (11:25) - Calorie Cycling (14:00) - Stable Blood Glucose Trends WEBSITE: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/ PODCAST: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/podcast/ INSTAGRAM:

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12:50

E239 - Iron Deficiency: The Best Ways to Address It

The Ideal Nutrition Podcast ·

2026/01/15

Dietitians Aidan Muir and Torwen Eerkens delve into how best to treat iron deficiency, discussing its common causes, at-risk populations, and the importance of testing. They explore various iron supplements, their efficacy, and side effects; as well as dietary sources of iron and daily requirements for different demographics. (00:20) - Who Is At Risk of Iron Deficiency? (1:04) - Signs, Symptoms and Testing For Iron Deficiency (2:17) - Addressing Deficiency With Supplements (4:17) - Mitigating Side

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09:03

E238 - Is It Worth Testing Your Gut Microbiome?

The Ideal Nutrition Podcast ·

2026/01/08

Dietitians Torwen Eerkens and Aidan Muir discuss the significance of gut microbiome testing. They explore what the gut microbiome is, the potential benefits of testing, the different types of tests available, and when it might be necessary to consider testing. The conversation also touches on the future of gut microbiome testing and the importance of dietary improvements for gut health. (00:56) - Theoretical Benefits of Microbiome Testing (2:31) - Types of Testing Available (4:32) - When Would

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12:38

E237 - Nutrition for Fibromyalgia

The Ideal Nutrition Podcast ·

2026/01/01

Dietitians Aidan Muir and Torwen Eerkens discuss the role of nutrition to manage fibromyalgia, including the specific nutrients, supplements and dietary patterns which may help to reduce symptoms. --- (01:00) - The Role of Nutrition in Fibromyalgia (02:53) - Specific Nutrients to Consider (4:55) - Supplements to Consider (6:51) - Specific Dietary Patterns (11:23) - Practical Recommendations --- WEBSITE: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/ PODCAST: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/podcast/

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09:30

E236 - Is There A Sweet Spot for Dietary Fat Intake...

The Ideal Nutrition Podcast ·

2025/12/25

Dietitians Torwen Eerkens and Aidan Muir discuss the role of dietary fats, the risks of having too little or too much, and how to find the sweet spot to maximise health and performance for athletes. (00:37) - Role of Dietary Fats & Minimum Amount (3:04) - Risks of Consuming Too Much Dietary Fats (4:07) - Recommended Amounts of Fats for Athletes (7:14) - Practical Recommendations (8:12) - Practicality of Low Carb Diets for Athletes WEBSITE: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/ PODCAST:

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10:15

E235 - How Accurate Are Calories On Food Labels?

The Ideal Nutrition Podcast ·

2025/12/18

Dietitians Aidan Muir and Torwen Eerkens discuss the accuracy of calories on food labels, how calories are measured in food products, and considerations for applying calorie tracking via food labels in practice. (1:00) - How Calories are Calculated on Food Labels (2:54) - Food Labelling Accuracy in Australia (5:51) - Food Labelling Accuracy Internationally (6:53) - How to Interpret Food Labels When Tracking Nutrition WEBSITE: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/ PODCAST:

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09:03

E234 - Processed vs Unprocessed Pre-Workout Carbs

The Ideal Nutrition Podcast ·

2025/12/11

Dietitians Torwen Eerkens and Aidan Muir discuss the different options for pre-workout carbohydrates, including the goals and purpose, the significance of digestibility, and the role of micronutrients and fiber. The conversation emphasizes the need for timing in carbohydrate consumption and provides practical examples of food choices for optimal performance during workouts. (0:29) - The Benefits of Pre-Workout Carbs (2:45) - Differences in Digestibility (4:06) - Timing & Examples of Pre-Workout

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