At least 50% us have gut problems some of the time, and about 15% of people experience chronic gut issues. Excitingly, new research is shining the spotlight on the power of probiotics in the gut health space. In this podcast with Dr Joanna McMillan, we discuss what defines these transient visitors to the gut, the importance of using evidence-based strains for specific ailments and how much is enough. Joanna also touches on the differences between probiotic supplements and foods that contain probiotics.
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One in ten Australians have non-coeliac wheat intolerance and one in 70 have coeliac disease. If you have a patient in either basket, how can you help them meet their total fibre and prebiotic needs when so many gluten-containing wholegrains are off the menu? Tune into this podcast with Advanced APD and gluten-free nutrition guru Dr Kim Faulkner-Hogg to learn the answer! Kim touches on the most common misconceptions about gluten free diets and provides practical tips for fibre-filled, prebiotic-powered gluten free meals and snacks. She also gives her verdict on the controversial inclusion of oats in the gluten free diet.
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One in four Australians (that’s more than six million people!) are affected by constipation. With many different causes and types of constipation now identified, managing this uncomfortable condition is more complex than we once thought. No longer is the remedy just increasing fibre and fluid intake and doing more exercise, science is now discovering how pre- and pro-biotics can play a role in getting bowels moving. In this podcast, dietitian Sandra Mikhail explains how she ‘makes poo talk sound chic’, discusses the role of specific pre- and pro-biotics in relieving constipation and explains the importance of diversity of fibres in the diet.
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There is *huge* potential for probiotics to support our health and wellbeing. Scientific research has linked their consumption with improved gut and immune function, and has even been shown to support the specific health concerns of infants, young children and women. In this podcast, Nicole Dynan (aka ‘The Gut Health Dietitian’) deep dives into the world of probiotics to give you practical strategies for using probiotics with your patients. Nicole explains where to find trusted information on probiotic strains for specific medical conditions, highlights why more probiotics aren’t always better and pinpoints if fermented foods can provide the probiotic goodness our guts need.
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The results are in: six in ten Australians don’t eat enough fibre. That’s a real shame, because adequate fibre intake is essential for digestive health, and eating enough can reduce the risk of several chronic diseases. In this podcast, dietitian Joanna Baker discusses how prebiotic fibre differs from other fibres and probiotics, and its specific role in supporting gut health. Joanna also touches on which patients benefit from boosting their prebiotic intake and debunks some the most common myths in the gut health space.
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Do you have patients who experience symptoms of digestive discomfort after consuming dairy? Patients who struggle to digest dairy could be lactose intolerant or, in some cases, experience sensitivity to a compound found in cows’ milk called A1 protein. Leading gut health expert and dietitian Andrea Hardy joins us in this podcast to delve into the science behind this condition. She also highlights the difference between lactose intolerance and lactose maldigestion, and explains the key interventions dietitians can use with their patients who cannot tolerate dairy.
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Recent consumer research found that only 17% of people had a good understanding of what probiotics do for our gut and few knew where to find good everyday sources. In this podcast with Jaime Rose Chambers, we plunge into the myths that surround these gut-loving goodies so you can help your patients improve their gut health. Do all fermented foods contain probiotics? Can probiotics change your gut microbiome? And are all probiotics the same? Tune in to find out! Jamie also explains how to spot products that contain scientifically researched probiotics and shares how she motivates her patients to weave probiotic-packed foods into their everyday diets.
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With the increasing focus on sustainable diets, how does this translate into consumer behaviour when making food choices and what are some practical messages that can make a real difference? In this podcast, Dr Joanna McMillan sits down with CSIRO researcher, Dr Brad Ridoutt and the CEO of Pollinate, Howard Parry-Husbands to discuss what the latest science tells us from an Australian perspective, what consumers are thinking and, most importantly, doing. Brad unpacks the complexity of sustainable diet research and discusses why reducing food waste is a priority. Howard highlights how the research can be translated into practical messages that resonate with consumers and how dietitians can help.
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