The Ideal Nutrition Podcast

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 Carbs

(4:38) - Benefits of Unprocessed Options

(5:58) - Risks of Unprocessed Options

(7:16) - Extra Options for Processed Pre-Workout Carbs

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Our dietitians 👇 Aidan Muir @aidan_the_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_ Bella Murdoch @enrichnutrition Anna McKay-Lowndes @am.dietitian Keaan Van Venrooij @fueld.by.keaan

Dietitians Aidan Muir and Torwen Eerkens break down the mechanisms and science of whether artificial sweeteners are a concern for gut health.

(00:32) - Definition of Gut Health (1:38) - Aspartame (3:34) - Sucralose (5:40) - Saccharin (8:29) - ACE-K (9:34) - Potential Symptoms (11:07) - Foods Containing Artificial Sweeteners

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 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_ Bella Murdoch @enrichnutrition Anna McKay-Lowndes @am.dietitian Keaan Van Venrooij @fueld.by.keaan

Dietitians Aidan Muir and Torwen Eerkens unpack the role of bicarbonate soda as a supplement for athletic performance. They explore the mechanism, types of exercise which see a benefit, percentage improvement, risks and practical recommendations for incorporating bicarb your regime. Time stamps (00:53) - Mechanism for Athletes (1:50) - Types of Exercise (2:52) - Dosage & How to Take (3:53) - What Are the Risks? (5:25) - Practical Recommendations for Navigating Risks (6:21) - Research on Running and Endurance Events (8:18) - Research on Strength Performance (8:56) - Bicarb vs Beta Alanine (10:07) - When Do We Recommend This in Practice?

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 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_ Bella Murdoch @enrichnutrition Anna McKay-Lowndes @am.dietitian Keaan Van Venrooij @fueld.by.keaan

Dietitians Aidan Muir and Torwen Eerkens are back with another Q&A!

(00:37) - What Do You Recommend to Address Food Noise? (3:46) - Is Collagen Worth the Money? (5:21) - How Do You Overcome a Weight Loss Plateau? (7:10) - Does Tart Cherry Juice Extract Give the Same Benefits as Tart Cherry Juice? (7:51) - Is It Worth Tracking to Make Sure I am Eating Enough? (9:36) - Thoughts on Extended Fasting for Fat Loss? (12:24) - Do You Recommend Taking Any Nutrition During Hyrox? (13:44) - Is It Best To Take Creatine Before a Workout?

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 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_ Bella Murdoch @enrichnutrition Anna McKay-Lowndes @am.dietitian Keaan Van Venrooij @fueld.by.keaan

Dietitians Aidan Muir and Torwen Eerkens discuss essential blood tests that individuals should consider to monitor nutrition and lifestyle-related markers. Aidan and Torwen provide insight into specific tests and their implications for health.

(00:58) - Nutrient Markers (3:48) - Metabolic Markers (8:51) - Hormonal Markers

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 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_ Bella Murdoch @enrichnutrition Anna McKay-Lowndes @am.dietitian Keaan Van Venrooij @fueld.by.keaan