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PODCAST

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

12:37

E192 - How Much Does Metabolic Adaptation Matter?

The Ideal Nutrition Podcast ·

2025/02/27

Dietitian's, Leah Higl & Aidan Muir, discuss into the complexities of metabolic adaptation, exploring its significance in weight loss and the factors that influence it. They review research findings on calorie reductions due to metabolic adaptation, the practical implications for individuals undergoing weight loss, and the role of incidental movement in energy expenditure. (0:00) - Introduction (1:27) - What Is Metabolic Adaptation (2:26) - The Research (5:49) - How to Test Your Energy

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13:28

E191 - How to Avoid a Post-Diet Rebound

The Ideal Nutrition Podcast ·

2025/02/20

Dietitian's, Leah Higl and Aidan Muir, discuss the challenges of maintaining weight loss and avoiding the post-diet rebound. They explore various scenarios of weight regain, emphasising the importance of understanding the transition phase after dieting. (0:00) - Introduction & Weight Regain Scenarios (2:01) What to Do in Scenario 1 (You Regain Weight After a Period of Being Able to Maintain It) (4:54) - What to Do in Scenarios 2 & 3 (You Lose Weight and Feel Good/Not Good on the Way Down, and

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15:20

E190 - Is Bulking Dead?

The Ideal Nutrition Podcast ·

2025/02/13

Sports Dietitians, Aidan Muir and Leigh Higl deep dive into the topic of bulking. They explore the claims that bulking is 'dead' and discuss the reasons behind this shift in perspective, including the role of caloric surplus, muscle growth mechanisms, and the importance of research in understanding these concepts. (0:00) - Introduction & Background (1:17) - Reasons Why People Claim it is “Dead” (3:12) - Unpacking these claims (9:16) - The research & Outlier Cases (12:23) - Our Interpretation &

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13:12

E189 - Creatine and Cognitive Function

The Ideal Nutrition Podcast ·

2025/02/06

Dietitian's, Aidan Muir & Leah Higl, explore the relationship between creatine supplementation and cognitive function. They discuss the mechanisms by which creatine may enhance cognitive performance, and also dive into potential benefits for neurodegenerative diseases, concussions and more. (0:00) - How Does Creatine Work? (3:02) - Creatine & Sleep Deprviation (5:31) - Memory, Attention, Focus & Problem Solving (6:57) - Neurodegenerative Diseases (9:30) - Does It Benefit Concussions? (11:34) -

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09:20

E188 - Should We Avoid Nightshade Vegetables?

The Ideal Nutrition Podcast ·

2025/01/30

Accredited Practising Dietitian's, Leah Higl & Aidan Muir, discuss the controversial topic of nightshade vegetables and their potential effects on health, particularly in relation to autoimmune conditions. They explore what nightshades are, the presence of solanine, and the debate surrounding their consumption. The conversation delves into the autoimmune protocol diet, individual dietary adjustments, and the importance of trial and error in identifying personal food sensitivities. (0:00) - What

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12:40

E187 - Do Calcium Supplements Increase the Risk of...

The Ideal Nutrition Podcast ·

2025/01/23

Dietitian's, Leah Higl & Aidan Muir, explore the topic of calcium supplements and their potential link to cardiovascular disease. They go through the research, discuss the differences between dietary calcium intake and supplementation, fracture risk outcomes, the potential benefits of vitamin K2 & more. (0:00) - Proposed Mechanisms (1:01) - The Research (2:24) - The Impact of Dietary Calcium (4:46) - Caclium Supplementation & Fracture Risk (9:56) - Can Supplementing with Vitamin K2 Help? (11:39)

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21:17

E186 - Nutrition for Hypermobility, MCAS & POTS

The Ideal Nutrition Podcast ·

2025/01/16

Accredited Practising Dietitian's, Leah Higl & Aidan Muir, discuss the complexities of nutrition related to hypermobility, Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS), and Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS). (0:00) - Introduction (1:01) - What Is Hypermobility & the Subcategories? (3:01) - What is MCAS? (4:53) - What is POTS? (7:10) - General Nutrition Strategies for Hypermobility (9:08) - Dietary Considerations for MCAS & How to Manage Histamine Levels (13:30) - Enzyme Recommendations

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28:09

E185 - Common Mistakes People Make When Going Plant...

The Ideal Nutrition Podcast ·

2025/01/09

Sports Dietitians, Leah Higl and Aidan Muir, discuss common mistakes people make when transitioning to a plant-based diet. They explore the importance of protein intake, caloric management, and the nutritional deficiencies that can arise from a plant-based lifestyle. The conversation also touches on the social challenges of eating out and the impact of perfectionism on one's relationship with food. (0:00) - Introduction (0:37) - Common Protein Related Issues (7:12) - Navigating Calorie Intakes

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12:32

E184 - Coffee and Health/Longevity

The Ideal Nutrition Podcast ·

2025/01/02

Dietitians, Leah Higl & Aidan Muir, delve into the complex relationship between coffee consumption and health, particularly its impact on longevity. They discuss both the potential downsides of coffee, such as its effects on sleep and anxiety, and the wealth of research suggesting that coffee may actually contribute to a longer life. The conversation highlights various studies, the mechanisms behind coffee's health benefits, and offers practical advice for coffee drinkers. (0:00) - Introduction

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13:52

E183 - Gut Health and Weight Loss

The Ideal Nutrition Podcast ·

2024/12/26

Dietitians, Aidan Muir and Leah Higl, dive into the intricate relationship between gut health and weight loss. They explore how gut health can influence body weight, the role of the microbiome, and the impact of dietary choices. Through the examination of key research studies, they discuss the complexities of energy balance, the significance of calorie intake, and practical steps listeners can take to improve gut health while managing weight. (0:00) - Introduction (1:36) - Interesting Research

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15:05

E182 - Reversing Insulin Resistance

The Ideal Nutrition Podcast ·

2024/12/19

Dietitians, Leah Higl and Aidan Muir, explore into the complexities of insulin resistance, discussing its definition, measurement, and the various factors that influence it. (0:00) - What Is Insulin Resistance, How Do We Measure It & What Are the Causes (3:04) - The Role of Exercise (4:10) - Weight Loss (5:33) - Specific Nutrients of Interest (11:00) - Meal Timing (12:41) - Impact of Stress (13:29) - Summary WEBSITE: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/ PODCAST:

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11:46

E181 - Does PCOS Reduce BMR?

The Ideal Nutrition Podcast ·

2024/12/12

Dietitians, Leah Higl and Aidan Muir, delve into the relationship between PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) and basal metabolic rate (BMR). They explore the existing research, and other challenges associated with PCOS that may impact weight loss. (0:00) - Introduction (1:14) - The Research (5:00) - Interpreting the Outlier Study (8:28) - Why Is Weight Loss More Diffuclt With PCOS? (11:06) - Summary WEBSITE: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/ PODCAST: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/podcast/

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24:34

E180 - Q&A #9 (Feat. Tyler Brooks)

The Ideal Nutrition Podcast ·

2024/12/05

Sports Dietitians, Aidan Muir & Tyler Brooks, answer some of the listeners most common questions. (0:00) - Introduction (0:53) - Do You Need to Have Pre-training Carbs for a Short High-Intensity Session e.g. <30 Minutes of Sparring? (2:28) - I’ve Started Running. At What Point Does Nutrition Need to Be Planned More Carefully Around Runs? (5:48) - How Do You Feel About the Correlation Between “Fixing” Gut Health and Autoimmune Conditions Like Rheumatoid Arthritis? (8:24) - Is It Normal to Gain

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27:34

E179 - Nutrition for Marathon Runners

The Ideal Nutrition Podcast ·

2024/11/28

Sports Dietitians, Aidan Muir & Samantha Staines, sdiscuss essential nutrition strategies for marathon runners. They cover intra-race carbohydrate intake, effective carb loading techniques, the importance of electrolytes, the role of caffeine, the benefits of beetroot juice, and considerations for body composition. The conversation emphasises the need for personaliaed nutrition plans and the importance of practice before race day to optimise performance.

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14:26

E178 - Are There Downsides to Eating Too Much Protein?

The Ideal Nutrition Podcast ·

2024/11/21

Dietitians, Leah Higl & Aidan Muir, explore the complexities of protein intake, discussing its essential role in muscle growth and overall health while also addressing potential downsides of excessive consumption. (0:00) - Introduction (1:04) - Protein and Kidney Health Summary (1:54) - Potential Trade-Offs With Consuming Other Macronutrients (4:31) - Taste & Dietary Flexibility (5:37) - Is There an Impact on Gut Health? (7:13) - Longevity (9:34) - Environmental Concerns (11:57) - Financial

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10:29

E177 - How Nutrition Changes Pre/Post Cooking

The Ideal Nutrition Podcast ·

2024/11/14

Accredited Practicing Dietitians, Aidan Muir & Leah Higl, explore how cooking affects the nutritional profile of food. (0:00) - Introduction (1:04) - Cooked vs Raw Weight (5:29) - Nutrient Losses From Different Cooking Methods (7:31) - Nutrient Absorption From Cooked vs Raw Food (9:06) - How Much Does This All Matter? WEBSITE: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/ PODCAST: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/podcast/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/idealnutrition__/?hl=en Our dietitians 👇

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23:09

E176 - Q&A #8

The Ideal Nutrition Podcast ·

2024/11/07

Sports Dietitians, Leah Higl & Aidan Muir answer some of the listener's most popular questions. (0:00) - What Are Your Thoughts on Snacks Like Up&Gos? (2:59) - Is Too Much Protein Bad for Your Arteries? (6:04) - Are GI Symptoms From Creatine Common & Is There Anything That Can Be Done to Help? (8:54) - Would You Recommend Creatine to Someone Who Is Under 18? (12:22) - How Is High Protien Yoghurt Like Chobani Made as Opposed to Other Yoghurts? (13:40) - How Can You Lose Weight While Breastfeeding

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23:59

E175 - Are Seed Oils Bad for You?

The Ideal Nutrition Podcast ·

2024/10/31

Dietitians, Leah Higl & Aidan Muir, discuss the controversial topic of seed oils. They explore the definitions, processing methods, health myths and their overall view on consuming them. (0:00) - Introduction (1:48) - What Are Seed Oils & How Are They Made? (10:49) - Should You Be Concerned About the Omega-6 vs Omega-3 Ratio? (13:43) - Do Seed Oils Cause Obesity? (17:17) - Can They Be Beneficial to Health? (21:31) - Our Consensus on Seed Oils WEBSITE: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/ PODCAST:

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E174 - The Biggest Loser Study

The Ideal Nutrition Podcast ·

2024/10/24

Accredited practicing Dietitians, Aidan Muir & Leah Higl, take a deep dive into the findings of the 'Biggest Loser Study', focusing on the long-term metabolic adaptations observed in participants. They discuss the implications of these findings, the outlier nature of the study compared to existing research, and the constrained energy expenditure model as a potential explanation for the results. (0:00) - Introduction (1:17) - Study Background & Findings (5:16) - Why This Study Is an Outlier (8:17)

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E173 - The Highest Protein Intake Ever Studied

The Ideal Nutrition Podcast ·

2024/10/17

Sports Dietitians, Leah Higl & Aidan Muir, take a deep dive into the highest protein intake that has been studied to date. They break down the findings and share their insights and key takeaways from the results. (0:00) - Introduction (0:53) - Study Details (3:07) - Our Interpretation (9:01) - Key Takeaways 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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