When hearing milk and gut health in one sentence, many would assume gut health ‘problems’ or ‘issues’. Not today my friends! Dr Emma Beckett walks us through why milks role in gut health is overlooked and the early evidence behind milk and gut health. Emma also busts the top milk myths! We cover: Why is milks role in gut health overlooked? What are…

It’s Men’s Health Week and it's time for you to take the first step to being in charge of your health. Join Dave Monro, Chief Advisor of Food & Nutrition at the NZ Heart Foundation and I as we explore men’s health and provide you with some actions to put you in the drivers seat of your health. We cover: Men’s health in NZ - is it improving? What ha…

Join us as Professor Rachel Brown provides a deep dive on the highly sought after weight loss drugs. So sought after, that there are shortages of these drugs across the globe. We cover: What is GLP-1? How is GLP-1 different in obese individuals? What are glucagon-like peptide (GLP-1) agonists? What are some known brands that people may have heard a…

Are you like everyone else and not sure what to believe when it comes to intermittent fasting and its effect on weight loss and health? Tune into this episode with Dr Evelyn Parr and get answers to your questions! What is fasting? What are some of the main types? Where does the fasting research originate from? What is time-restricted eating (TRE)? …

Are you wanting to eat more plant foods but need a hand to get going? Join Sanitarium Senior Dietitian, Charlotte Coltart and I as we take you through 5 surprising health benefits of eating more plant foods and easy ways to add more to your plate. We cover: Have you tuned into part 1? There is a part 1 to this episode so start there. Surprising hea…

Are you wanting to eat more plant foods but need a hand to get going? Join Sanitarium Senior Dietitian, Charlotte Coltart and I as we take you through 5 surprising health benefits of eating more plant foods and easy ways to add more to your plate. Do you also want to go in the draw for our giveaway? Well, tune in to find out more! We cover: The evi…

Ever wonder what the Mediterranean diet actually is and why it is regarded as one of the healthiest dietary patterns in the world? This conversation strikes a balance between the traditional Mediterranean diet and what may actually be achievable for everyday Kiwi’s & Aussie’s. We cover: What is the Mediterranean diet? What is a dietary pattern or e…

Ham & cheese toastie a winner in your household? School canteens in Western Australia have new restrictions in place which limit ham. Tune in to hear what’s changed and the evidence behind it. We cover: New school canteen guidelines in Western Australia - why guidelines exist and what’s changed? Key challenges that arise when creating nutrition gui…

It’s Pulse Week in February! In this episode we are joined by Theresa Pham, Nutrition Manager of the Grains & Legumes Nutrition Council. We are sharing the benefits of pulses/legumes and helping you find them in the supermarket! We cover: The benefits of pulses/legumes (in other words, beans & peas!) What legumes are in the supermarket and where to…

Feeling uninspired about using the canned chickpeas in the cupboard? After listening to this episode you will know why you need to start eating more chickpeas and other legumes and how to go about it. We cover: What are plant proteins? What are legumes and pulses? How many legumes should we be consuming? Nutrition and health benefits of legumes Cos…

Rosemary is a stand-out Australian nutritionist and dietitian whose work has been acknowledged with an Order of Australia award. The Australian Dietary Guidelines (ADGs) are Australia’s leading public health nutrition resource. Every few years (when there is funding) the ADGs are reviewed and updated. Join us as Rosemary weighs in on the current AD…

Amanda Brien takes us through the nutrition highlights of the latest season of Eat Well For Less NZ. Coffee drink sachets what is actually in them? Are 98% sugar free ones better? How to create an after school/work snack Where people go wrong with meal planning One legume dish that every Kiwi & Aussie should know about Amanda's take on food prices …

In this episode we look at how to avoid weight gain during the holiday period, without any loss of joy. Joy is a non-negotiable during the silly season right?! We discuss a 2023 study which looked 375 Australian adults who weighed themselves across an entire year. This study was the first to look at changes in weight across a full calendar year in …

Throughout Whole Grain Week in November questions came in about grain food products that are found on supermarket shelves. Thanks to those who sent them through! We take a look at: - Abe's Supergrain Bagel - Vogel's Original Mixed Grain Toast - Weet-Bix Bites BerryBy Steph Polson

An episode for the Aussie listeners, brought to you by The Grains & Legumes Nutrition Council in celebration of Whole Grain Week in November. Australian Native Grains are re-emerging and Jacob Birch (an academic & entrepreneur) is here to tell us where the opportunity lies. We cover: The nutritional composition of Australian Native Grains Who benef…

It’s Whole Grain Week in November! In this episode we are joined by Kathy La Maccia, General Manager of the Grains & Legumes Nutrition Council. We are going against the grain and busting 5 top myths about grain foods. We cover: Myth: Eliminating carbs is the key to weight loss Myth: Grains cause bloating Myth: Grains cause inflammation Myth: Grains…

The Grains & Legumes Nutrition Council’s Whole Grain Week is here! We’re bringing you Ali Baldwin, the Nutritionist at Arnott’s, to answer your top questions about Vita-Weat. Your top questions: Are Vita-Weat good for you? What does 100% whole grains mean? What’s the Health Star Rating of Vita-Weat? Are Vita-Weat plant-based? How do Vita-Weat suppo…

It’s Whole Grain Week in November! In this episode we are joined by Kathy La Maccia, General Manager of the Grains & Legumes Nutrition Council. We dive into whole grains and why they are one of the missing pieces when it comes to health for the whole family and what you can do about it. We cover: The difference between whole grains and refined grai…

In under 15-minutes I answer your top 5 questions on chia seeds! Your top 5 questions: What are the benefits of eating chia seeds? Is it good to eat chia seeds daily? How much chia seed should you eat a day? Can chia seeds reduce belly fat? Do you need to soak chia seeds before eating?By Steph Polson

The Nutrition Society of New Zealand released a podcast series where they interviewed a group of NZ Registered Nutritionists to help graduates and early career nutritionists navigate their nutrition career. Emma Wylie interviews Steph Polson about her nutrition career to date. From how Steph's upbringing and certain “moments” have influenced her ca…

Kiwi’s and Aussie’s love a drink or three. But does your knowledge on alcohol stop at “hangover”? This conversation strikes a balance between recommendations and what may be realistic for you. This discussion is based around the most up-to-date synthesis of evidence from the Heart Foundation NZ’s 2023 alcohol position statement and Canada’s Guidanc…

You’ve probably heard about the Health Star Rating (HSR) by now. Either via news articles pointing out its flaws or Hamish & Andy as they give it their comedic spin. It has been the centre of much controversy and confusion - but can it actually help you during your supermarket shop? I’ve bought in two people to have this conversation. An everyday s…

If you love a fizzy drink or two - this one is for you. With Dr Tim Crowe’s extensive nutrition research background we discuss the WHO’s advice against using non-sugar sweeteners for weight control. By the end of this episode you will know how to apply this guidance to your everyday. We cover: Background of added sugars and non-sugar sweeteners in …

An all-encompassing conversation on the essential nutrient, iron. Iron deficiency is the most common nutritional disorder in the world. Angela Saunders brings 37+ years experience and has a particular interest in the adequacy of vegetarian and vegan diets. We cover: Concerns and importance of iron Groups of people considered most at risk of iron de…

Former All Black, Eroni Clarke has had life-changing experiences throughout season 1 and 2 of Match Fit. The TV show has been the catalyst to shift his mindset from health & nutrition not being a priority, to a realisation that general, day-to-day eating deserves a high performance mindset. We cover: Eroni's current role as Pasifika Engagement Mana…

“Heart disease takes years to develop, but the process starts in our 20s and 30s. When we are younger these years lay the foundation or the platform for heart health in our future years.” Our favourite one-liner from our chat with Lily Henderson, the National Nutrition Advisor at the Heart Foundation of New Zealand. We cover: Heart disease prevalen…

Are plant-based meat alternatives a “healthier” alternative to conventional meat? Teri Lichtenstein, Accredited Practicing Dietitian, co-authored a first-of-its-kind comprehensive report that did a deep analysis of plant-based meat alternatives in Australia & New Zealand. We cover: Introduction to the Food Frontier report - “Plant-Based Meat: A Hea…

-Welcome Luuka -What is canoe slalom? -New "extreme slalom" event at the Paris 2024 Olympics -Where Luuka's plant journey started -Has it been easy to trust you are getting the nutrition you need from a plant-based way of eating? -Protein and iron as a plant-based athlete -Changes (or not) since eating a plant-based diet -Luuka's favourite snacks a…

-The Golden Arches or The Yellow Arches? -The Macca’s rumour mill -Does health ever get considered when picking between options at McDonald’s? -McChicken Burger vs Big Mac Burger -How many burgers does it take to reach daily sodium limits? -Calorie/kilojoule content of McFlurry vs Sundaes -Calorie/kilojoule content on menus online and on menus in-s…

- Welcoming our guest Sam Ruck - The health yo-yo throughout one's 20's - Drinking culture in New Zealand - Calorie content of beers - The choice one has around their health - Comparison of all Speight's beersBy Steph Polson

- Introduction to Emstoast - How to create a $1.38 breakfast that ticks the boxes on taste & health - What Em spends in a day on food - $70 weekly budget. Of late, what has been in the trolley & what’s out? - How to get your best deals at each of the supermarkets - Fresh fruit & veggies to buy now - Em’s most savvy budget saving tip - Health Star R…

-Introduction to Eat Well For Less -The Eat Well For Less audition -The most surprising part of Amanda's Eat Well For Less experience -What to buy if you have $10 to spend on fruit & veggies -Plant proteins vs animal proteins -Amanda's most WOW nutrition fact/momentBy stephanie