The Ideal Nutrition Podcast

By: Aidan Muir and Leah Higl
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  • The Ideal Nutrition Podcast, hosted by Aidan Muir and Leah Higl, 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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Episodes
  • E189 - Creatine and Cognitive Function
    Feb 6 2025

    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) - Summary

    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

    Katelyn Bowden @katelynbowden_dietitian

    Sophie Andrew @soph.dietitian

    Torwen Eerkens @fullyfuelled_

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    13 mins
  • E188 - Should We Avoid Nightshade Vegetables?
    Jan 30 2025

    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 are Nightshades?

    (1:10) - Why Is It Proposed That We Should Avoid Them?

    (1:59) - Is There Any Merit to These Claims?

    (5:55) - Who Would Benefit From Eliminating Them?

    (7:57) - Considerations if You Are Going to Eliminate Them

    (8:33) - Summary & Takeaway

    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

    Katelyn Bowden @katelynbowden_dietitian

    Sophie Andrew @soph.dietitian

    Torwen Eerkens @fullyfuelled_

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    9 mins
  • E187 - Do Calcium Supplements Increase the Risk of Cardiovascular Disease?
    Jan 23 2025

    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) - Our Interpreatation & Overall Takeaway

    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

    Katelyn Bowden @katelynbowden_dietitian

    Sophie Andrew @soph.dietitian

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    13 mins

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