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Nutrition Science Bites with Professor Clare Collins AO

Nutrition Science Bites with Professor Clare Collins AO

By: Clare Collins
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Welcome to Nutrition Science Bites with your host, Professor Clare Collins, AO. Clare's expertise in nutrition research and science communication makes her the perfect dietitian to translate cutting-edge nutrition science into plain language, as well as what to eat and drink (and what to add to your supermarket trolley). The driver behind the website, No Money No Time, and author for 'The Conversation', Prof Clare's practical and informed nutrition advice rises above noisy fads to bring common sense to the important question - What’s for dinner?

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Episodes
  • Does the definition of "obesity" need to change ? ...with Professor Louise Baur
    Jun 2 2025

    Summary

    In this conversation, Prof Clare Collins and Prof Louise Baur discuss the complexities of obesity, particularly in children, and the need to rethink the definition of the word 'obesity' and why is should be considered a chronic disease. The discussion covers the evolution of childhood nutrition, impact of marketing on food, stigma associated with obesity that undermines getting appropriate medical care, and the importance of healthcare professionals in managing weight-related health. The conversation also highlights the recent Lancet Commission report, which aims to redefine 'clinical obesity' and improve access to treatment. They emphasize the need for supportive systems for individuals living with obesity in order to support them to improve health and well-being.


    The Lancet Commission Summary https://www.thelancet.com/commissions-do/clinical-obesity and Summary Infographics https://www.thelancet.com/infographics-do/clinical-obesity-25


    To access the Healthy Eating Quiz: Click on the top right hand 'green button' called 'How healthy is my diet' https://nomoneynotime.com.au/

    Do you want a more Personalised Food, Nutrient Assessment Report? This has a cost and includes an assessment of your nutrient (vitamin and mineral) inake. Take our Australian Eating Survey - Use this 50% discount code 'DietCheck' at the checkout! Purchase here https://australianeatingsurvey.com.au/


    Our No Money No Time email: nmnt@newcastle.edu.au and our Nutrition Science Bites email: nutritionsciencebites@newcastle.edu.au

    Here's the link to the No Money No Time closed Facebook group (be sure to take the Healthy Eating Quiz first) https://www.facebook.com/groups/386824626838448


    Keywords

    obesity, childhood nutrition, clinical obesity, healthcare, stigma, weight management, Lancet Commission, health professionals, treatment pathways, public health

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    41 mins
  • Why is obesity so complex? ... with Ted Kyle from ConscienHealth™!
    May 26 2025

    Summary

    In this conversation, Professor Clare Collins and Ted Kyle from ConscienHealth™ discuss the complexities of obesity, its historical context, contributing factors, and the stigma surrounding it. They emphasize the need for a rational approach to treatment and prevention, highlighting the importance of understanding the food environment and the role of stress. The discussion also touches on the potential of new medications and importance of addressing bias in healthcare to improve weight-related health outcomes and future directions needed in obesity treatment.


    To access the Healthy Eating Quiz: Click on the top right hand 'green button' called 'How healthy is my diet' https://nomoneynotime.com.au/


    Do you want a more Personalised Food, Nutrient Assessment Report? This has a cost and includes an assessment of your nutrient (vitamin and mineral) inake. Take our Australian Eating Survey - Use this 50% discount code 'DietCheck' at the checkout! Purchase here https://australianeatingsurvey.com.au/


    Find out more about Ted Kyle and ConscienHealth https://conscienhealth.org/


    Here's the link to the No Money No Time closed Facebook group (be sure to take the Healthy Eating Quiz first) https://www.facebook.com/groups/386824626838448

    Our No Money No Time email: nmnt@newcastle.edu.au and our Nutrition Science Bites email: nutritionsciencebites@newcastle.edu.au


    Keywords

    obesity, health, weight-related health, stigma, treatment, food environment, stress, chronic disease, prevention, medication

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    35 mins
  • Is plant protein or animal protein better? ... with Dr Sue Radd
    May 19 2025

    Summary

    In this episode I talk with Dr Sue Radd about protein, from its essential role in the human body, to the importance of protein quality, and what foods we get protein from. We discuss change in protein recommendations across different life stages, impact of protein on health and chronic disease , and misconceptions about protein needs, particularly in bodybuilders versus infants. We cover potential risks of excessive protein intakes and the balance between animal and plant proteins, emphasizing the benefits of a plant-based diet, especially for gut health and chronic disease prevention. We also provide practical advice for incorporating plant proteins into daily meals, highlights the benefits of plant-based eating.


    Dr Sue's Warmed Chickpea Recipie https://nomoneynotime.com.au/healthy-easy-recipes/sues-warmed-chickpeas

    Dr Sue Radd Cook Book: Food as Medicine: Cooking to Prevent and Treat Diabetes https://adventistbookcentre.com.au/food-as-medicine-diabetes.html?


    Here's the link to the Healthy Eating Quiz https://quiz.nomoneynotime.com.au/login

    Here's the link to the No Money No Time closed Facebook group (be sure to take the Healthy Eating Quiz first) https://www.facebook.com/groups/386824626838448

    Our No Money No Time email: nmnt@newcastle.edu.au and our Nutrition Science Bites email: nutritionsciencebites@newcastle.edu.au


    Need to locate an Accredited Practicing Dietitian? - Use this link: https://dietitiansaustralia.org.au/seeing-dietitian-australia


    Keywords

    protein, nutrition, amino acids, dietary needs, health, chronic disease, plant-based diet, protein sources, protein quality, bodybuilders, nutrition, plant protein, animal protein, Mediterranean diet, gut health, fasting, insulin sensitivity, dietary fibers, chronic disease, healthy eating

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    49 mins

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