Best Abby Dolphin Podcasts (2024)

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OWI celebrates 3 years – key highlights and next steps 17:13

3+ y ago17:13

17:13

For three years now, the Olive Wellness Institute has proudly helped promote and disseminate the growing body of health-related evidence for olive products. This podcast is a part of that initiative – where listeners can hear first-hand from a range of international health and nutritional experts discussing the health benefits of extra virgin olive…

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The importance of nutrition and dietary guidance 18:15

3+ y ago18:15

18:15

We understand how important nutrition and exercise is for keeping ourselves healthy and warding off disease and other ailments. Physician Dr Simon Poole discusses what precisely is good nutrition and what role the medical profession has in providing advice and information to patients. Olive Wellness Institute https://olivewellnessinstitute.org/ See…

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How mood affects what you eat 14:16

3+ y ago14:16

14:16

The environment around you can have a big impact on your health. Where you eat and what’s happening around you, can affect your mood – and that can affect how much or what you put into your mouth. This episode we hear from Emma Stirling, an Advanced Accredited Practising Dietitian and culinary nutrition professional who is involved in setting up Au…

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Love the food that loves you back 18:36

3+ y ago18:36

18:36

Wouldn’t it be wonderful to find the right balance between nutritious and delicious cuisine? Catherine Katz and her husband, David, have achieved that with their website, ‘Cuisinicity’. It’s a treasure-trove of Mediterranean-style recipes that are simple, nutritious and achievable for large families and groups of people. Cuisinicity and Catherine’s…

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Which oils are best?: OWI’s oil comparison tool 13:24

4y ago13:24

13:24

With so many different types of oils to prepare and cook food, how do you choose the healthiest? To help decide, the Olive Wellness Institute has developed an easy-to-use oil comparison tool. Jacqui Plozza – Nutrition, Strategy and Education Manager at Olive Wellness Institute – explains the new comparison tool which can be found on the OWI website…

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The many health benefits of Olive Leaf Extract 21:21

4y ago21:21

21:21

Associate Professor Teresa Mitchell-Paterson explains why she recommends people use olive leaf extract and how its many health benefits differ from those of another olive product: extra virgin olive oil. With more than 25 years in clinic practice, Teresa is an articulate and well sought-after speaker on nutritional factors impacting bowel cancer. "…

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How does the Mediterranean diet help with coronary disease? 18:28

4y ago18:28

18:28

Does the Mediterranean diet affect the inflammation and adiposity of those with coronary heart disease? That's the issue Accredited Practising Dietitian, Dr Hannah Mayer investigated in her PhD, from which she was awarded the 2018 Dieticians Association of Australia New Researcher Award. Today, Hannah leads a project focused on implementing the Med…

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A lifetime love affair with olive oil 4:42

4y ago4:42

4:42

Dr Richard Cantrill has championed the health benefits of extra virgin olive oil for years. And he'd know: he's world renowned as an expert in analytical methods of analysis for fats and oils. Richard has completed research in cell biology, neuroscience and molecular biology, notably on 'cytotoxic polyunsaturated fatty acids'. He also works in stan…

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What goes into tasting and testing olive oils? 26:19

4y ago26:19

26:19

Can you tell a bad olive oil from a good one? Like any food, there's a certain pungency to the aroma of "off" olive oil and that of course affects the way it tastes and its nutritional benefits. Claudia Guillaume has extensive experience in sensory evaluation of olive oil and olive products. Originally from Argentina, Claudia Guillaume came to Aust…

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Healthy eating for fertility and preconception 20:32

4y ago20:32

20:32

Couples looking to conceive would benefit immensely from a Mediterranean diet; it also helps to ensure the good health of mother and baby in the months following conception. That's according to nutritionist, Stefanie Valakas, a leading women's health and fertility dietitian who helps couples struggling with trying to conceive. Stefanie's practice a…

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The discovery of oleocanthal found in EVOO 18:08

4y ago18:08

18:08

Not only is it healthy, but fresh extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) can enhance the taste and aroma of many different kinds of dishes – from salads to cooked meat and vegetables, or as a substitute to butter on toast. Professor Russell Keast has researched oleocanthal – a natural compound found in EVOO – responsible for the burning sensation at the bac…

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Antioxidants found in olive leaf extract 13:42

4y ago13:42

13:42

Olive Leaf Extract (OLE) is a lesser known by-product of the olive tree, but offers a wide variety of health benefits for those who consume it. Recent studies of antioxidants in OLE, for example, have shown how they reduce unhealthy fat oxidation in the body, says Ian Breakspear. Ian is a clinical herbalist and naturopath, and senior lecturer at En…

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How growers are sustainably using the olive tree 16:19

4y ago16:19

16:19

As olives, extra virgin olive oil and other products of the olive tree become more prominent in people's diets, how sustainable are they and what effect do they have on the land? To answer that we turn to world-renowned researcher in the olive industry, Leandro Ravetti. Graduating as an Agricultural Engineer in Argentina, Leandro worked for the Nat…

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Benefits of EVOO and the Mediterranean diet on multiple chronic diseases 20:16

4+ y ago20:16

20:16

Not only does the Mediterranean diet and extra virgin olive oil help alleviate health problems – like diabetes or fatty liver – people who consume them feel better, their skin looks better and they have a lot more energy. That's according to Professor Catherine Itsiopoulos, who's a world-renowned leader in dietetics and the Mediterranean diet. Cath…

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Coronavirus: The importance of eating well in and staying healthy 17:19

4+ y ago17:19

17:19

The world is reeling from a coronavirus pandemic. Not a day goes by without an increase in the numbers of people diagnosed with COVID-19, which is overwhelming health services and threatening the frail and elderly. From his home in Cambridge, England, physician Dr Simon Poole is in the midst of strict measures enforced by the British government. Au…

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Mediterranean diet and EVOO as cancer-fighting foods 14:00

4+ y ago14:00

14:00

Elise Den and Lauren Atkins are acutely aware of the immense value that food and nutrition can play as therapy. With a particular interest oncology, they're both accredited nutritionists and practising dieticians, and co-founders of OnCore Nutrition clinics located in Melbourne. They're passionate about improving the quality of life of their patien…

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Comparing different cooking oil – which should you use? 14:11

4+ y ago14:11

14:11

Not all cooking oils are equal. The standout is extra virgin olive oil with health benefits that override most other oils including the lesser quality "plain" olive oil. Nutrition scientist and dietician, Dr Joanna McMillan, sets straight some of the stickiest urban myths about what you can do with extra virgin olive oil. See omnystudio.com/listene…

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How men can benefit from olive oil and the Mediterranean diet 11:54

4+ y ago11:54

11:54

If the number of male dietitians is any guide, men's health probably doesn't get the attention it deserves. Someone who wants to change that is Melbourne-based dietitian and nutritionist, Joel Feren, also known as The Nutrition Guy. He says men face different health issues to women. For instance, they're more susceptible to heart and lung disease, …

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A taste for olive oil – and its health benefits 15:23

4+ y ago15:23

15:23

Born on the island of Cyprus, Dr Tassos Kyrikiades fondly remembers meal times spent with family sitting around the table, eating locally grown foods, prepared with generous splashes of olive oil. That's a world away from his current home in New York where he's established the Yale Olive Institute. Dr Kyrikiades explores the health benefits and exc…

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Benefits of olive oil products for those with diabetes 14:05

4+ y ago14:05

14:05

Because of lifestyle and dietary choices, an increasing number of people are developing Type 2 diabetes. Recent research points to the benefits of consuming extra virgin olive oil with a Mediterranean diet for those with diabetes. Nutrition scientist and dietician, Dr Joanna McMillan, explains how properties, like low GI, in extra virgin olive oil …

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Culinary nutrition: making healthy food fun and interesting 13:40

4+ y ago13:40

13:40

We all know we should eat more vegetables – it's a message that's been drummed into all of us since primary school. But what does that actually mean? How much should we eat? How do we cook them? Should we cook them? What oils should we use? "Culinary nutrition" is an increasingly popular field of study that helps bring dietary recommendations to li…

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Olive oil is at the heart of the Mediterranean diet 12:52

4+ y ago12:52

12:52

Olive oil is at the heart of the Mediterranean diet A growing library of research backs up the health benefits of an olive oil-based diet, according to British physician Dr Simon Poole. Dr Poole is an internationally renowned authority on the science and application of the Mediterranean diet and co-author of The Olive Oil Diet: Nutritional Secrets …

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Lifestyle medicine, olive oil and the Mediterranean diet 16:35

4+ y ago16:35

16:35

A healthy body and mind is achieved from a range of factors including what you eat, the quality of your sleep, your environment and the exercise you take. This holistic approach to healthy living is the rationale behind lifestyle medicine, a discipline which is championed by Shivaun Conn, Vice President of the Australasian Society of Lifestyle Medi…

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The "super plant" qualities of the olive tree 17:34

4+ y ago17:34

17:34

There's little doubt that extra virgin olive oil and olive leaf extract have huge health and nutritional benefits – the evidence is in. But, what other properties does the olive tree have that are good for your health? Olive Wellness Institute's Sarah Gray details the qualities of nature's very own super plant. See omnystudio.com/listener for priva…

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Comparing different Olive Leaf Extract products 13:03

4+ y ago13:03

13:03

Naturopath Ian Breakspear wanted to know whether there was any difference between various Olive Leaf Extracts (OLEs) prescribed by practitioners with over-the-counter products. Sponsored by the Olive Wellness Institute, Ian conducted research into 10 Australia OLEs (5 practitioner-only and 5 over-the-counter) for their phytochemical profiles. This …

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The ins and outs of extra virgin olive oil 13:51

5y ago13:51

13:51

Leandro Ravetti is world-renowned expert on olive oil. Argentinian-born Leandro has studied and worked across the world, and today he is chief oil maker and technical director at Boundary Bend. He explains how the Australian olive oil industry, although young, is producing high quality extra virgin olive oil. And, he shares his thoughts on why a pl…

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The benefits of an extra virgin olive oil plant-based diet 26:11

5y ago26:11

26:11

In 1999 Dr Mary Flynn developed a plant-based olive-oil diet to help people lose weight and improve their health. Her research has uncovered the benefits of the diet on weight loss, and improving risk factors for diseases including breast cancer and prostate cancer. Mary Flynn is an American research dietician at The Miriam Hospital in Rhode Island…

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Integrating Olive Leaf Extract into everyday use alongside medications 10:06

5y ago10:06

10:06

Olive Leaf Extract (OLE) is one of many properties from the olive tree which has proven long term health benefits for those who take it regularly. Community pharmacist and accredited herbalist Gerald Quigley says OLE contains a variety of bioactive compounds which can help with our immune system, lower lipid levels for cholesterol balance and help …

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What is the Mediterranean diet and why is it good for you? 16:13

5y ago16:13

16:13

Dietician Dr Joanna McMillan unpacks the nutritional benefits of a diet shared across many different regions and cultures. A main staple of the Mediterranean diet is derived from the olive tree, a crop which thrives in a climate and terrain suited to the area. Dr McMillan explains how the Mediterranean diet, rich in extra virgin olive oil, compares…

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Olive Wellness Podcast is coming soon 1:18

5y ago1:18

1:18

A new fortnightly podcast from the Olive Wellness Institute examines the health and wellness benefits of olives and olive products. Hear from world leading experts like Dr Joanna McMillian on why extra virgin olive oil is so good for you. Renowned pharmacist Gerald Quigley explains the power of olive leaf extract. Dietician Dr Mary Flynn discusses …

Podcasts Worth a Listen

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Podcasts Worth a Listen

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Olive Wellness Podcast

Olive Wellness Institute

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OWI celebrates 3 years – key highlights and next steps 17:13

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The importance of nutrition and dietary guidance 18:15

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How mood affects what you eat 14:16

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Love the food that loves you back 18:36

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Which oils are best?: OWI’s oil comparison tool 13:24

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The many health benefits of Olive Leaf Extract 21:21

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How does the Mediterranean diet help with coronary disease? 18:28

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A lifetime love affair with olive oil 4:42

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What goes into tasting and testing olive oils? 26:19

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Healthy eating for fertility and preconception 20:32

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The discovery of oleocanthal found in EVOO 18:08

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Antioxidants found in olive leaf extract 13:42

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How growers are sustainably using the olive tree 16:19

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Benefits of EVOO and the Mediterranean diet on multiple chronic diseases 20:16

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Coronavirus: The importance of eating well in and staying healthy 17:19

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Mediterranean diet and EVOO as cancer-fighting foods 14:00

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Comparing different cooking oil – which should you use? 14:11

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How men can benefit from olive oil and the Mediterranean diet 11:54

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A taste for olive oil – and its health benefits 15:23

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Benefits of olive oil products for those with diabetes 14:05

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Culinary nutrition: making healthy food fun and interesting 13:40

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Olive oil is at the heart of the Mediterranean diet 12:52

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Lifestyle medicine, olive oil and the Mediterranean diet 16:35

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The "super plant" qualities of the olive tree 17:34

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Comparing different Olive Leaf Extract products 13:03

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The ins and outs of extra virgin olive oil 13:51

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The benefits of an extra virgin olive oil plant-based diet 26:11

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Integrating Olive Leaf Extract into everyday use alongside medications 10:06

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What is the Mediterranean diet and why is it good for you? 16:13

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Olive Wellness Podcast is coming soon 1:18

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