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Nutrition Science Bites with Professor Clare Collins AO

Clare Collins
Nutrition
Obesity
Diabetes
Australia
Gut Health
Type 2 Diabetes
Ultra-Processed Foods
Menopause
Alcohol
Carbohydrates
Dietary Fiber
Pregnancy
Heart Disease
Gut Microbiome
Gestational Diabetes
Breast Cancer
Food Waste
Weight Management
Vitamin D
Public Health

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 Conversa... more

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Do you know your blood pressure numbers? I talk to Ilyse Jones about foods that influence #BloodPressure (BP) - plus practical tips for lowering #salt (sodium) intakes and boosting intake of foods rich in potassium. We discuss the importance of regul... more

In this episode, Professor Clare Collins interviews Associate Professor Heidi Staudacher about the complexities of 'biotics', including probiotics, prebiotics, postbiotics, synbiotics and eubiotics. They discuss what each of these substances are, how... more

In this Nutrition Science Bites episode I talk with Dr. Amelia Harray about results from the Perth low plastic diet trial. We cover how reducing plastic exposure means selecting particular foods, packaging and personal care products. We discuss the e... more

It's Grand Final week, and whether you're taking the field, hitting the gym, or cheering from the sidelines, nutrition can play a big role in helping you perform at your best.

In this episode, we dive into the world of sports nutrition with Dr Rebec... more

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Recent Guests

Ilyse Jones
Guest, associated with No Money No Time
No Money No Time / nutrition advocate
Episode: What to eat when you have high blood pressure - A Step by Step guide ...with Ilyse Jones
Amelia Harray
Chief Investigator on the Perth Plastics Trial
Perth Trial team
Episode: Plastic in food? Results from the PERTH low plastic diet trial ...with Dr Amelia Harray
Rebecca Haslam
Accredited practicing dietitian and accredited sports dietitian; National Nutrition Lead for Athletics Australia
New South Wales Institute of Sport; Athletics Australia
Episode: Fuel like a grand finalist! Food matters for sports performance... with Dr Rebecca Haslam
Dr Timothy Piatkowski
Research fellow specializing in human enhancement, University of Queensland
University of Queensland
Episode: What are peptides? Does injecting them make you stronger, youthful, slim? ... with Dr Timothy Piatkowski
Trent Watson
CEO and principal consultant at Ethos Health
Ethos Health
Episode: Does what you eat affect fatigue levels and vice versa? with Dr Trent Watson
Jens Walter
Professor of Ecology, Food, and the Microbiome
University College Cork
Episode: What is the NiMe Diet and is it good for your microbiome and health? ...with Prof Jens Walter
Nipa Saha
Lecturer in media and communications at Macquarie University
Macquarie University
Episode: How food marketers target kids and teens! ...with Dr Nipa Saha
Erin Clarke
PhD on polyphenols; NSW Health Cardiovascular Research Fellowship
New South Wales Health Cardiovascular Research Fellowship
Episode: What are polyphenols? Should you eat (or drink) more foods containing them? ...with Dr Erin Clarke
Zanab Malik
Special needs dentist
Special Needs Dentist
Episode: Can gum disease make healthy teeth fall out? Why good nutrition matters... with Dr Zanab Malik

Host

Clare Collins
Host of Nutrition Science Bites

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 55 ratings
  • Excellent

    Excellent podcast, great content , so informative and evidence based

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ash⭐️💫☄️🌟
    Australia4 months ago
  • Podcast

    I really enjoy the podcast, every topic is interesting! Haven’t missed an episode yet! Would love an episode on food and migraines-what can help, what to avoid. Thanks so much for the podcast! X

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Caldy25
    Australiaa year ago
  • the best bites

    my new favourite nutrition podcast. I love the range of content, the simple explanations and of course clare

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dungog runner
    Australia2 years ago
  • Best dietary advice from leading dietitian

    This is a great podcast by Australia’s leading dietitian. It is easy to listen to and you learn heaps!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Interested physio
    Australia2 years ago
  • Incredible insight to nutrition and health

    I love this podcast! The episode on diabetes was especially meaningful for me, as I have a son with type 1. The information was clear, well-researched, and very helpful. Even the episodes that aren't directly relevant to my life have been surprisingly interesting. The host does a great job at making complex nutrition facts easy to understand. Highly recommend for anyone wanting to learn more about their health!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Crazy.kiwi.93
    Australia2 years ago

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What are peptides? Does injecting them make you stronger, youthful, slim? ... with Dr Timothy Piatkowski
Q: What should a consumer do if they're considering these products?
Seek medical supervision, avoid online illicit purchases, consider safer, evidence-based alternatives, and use helplines like Steroid Connect for guidance and support.
What are peptides? Does injecting them make you stronger, youthful, slim? ... with Dr Timothy Piatkowski
Q: Are these peptides effective or safe?
Evidence is mixed and often weak; GLP-1 drugs with medical supervision have robust support, but non-GLP-1 recovery or anti-aging peptides lack solid human trials and can pose significant risks.
What are peptides? Does injecting them make you stronger, youthful, slim? ... with Dr Timothy Piatkowski
Q: What exactly are the injectable peptides people are talking about?
They are synthetic, injectable liquids reconstituted from powder, marketed online, and often unregulated; many contain little or no active ingredient and can be illegal.
What is the NiMe Diet and is it good for your microbiome and health? ...with Prof Jens Walter
Q: Was there success in recolonizing the specific bacterium Lactobacillus reuteri, and what does that imply for future interventions?
Recolonization was largely unsuccessful across participants, with persistence only in one subject at very low levels. This suggests that restoring vanished species in adults is challenging and may require early-life interventions or long-term dietary/lifestyle changes rather than short-term dietary adjustments.
What is the NiMe Diet and is it good for your microbiome and health? ...with Prof Jens Walter
Q: What were the main health and microbiome findings from the controlled feeding study?
The study found increased microbial fermentation and short-chain fatty acids, a drop in fecal pH, reduced markers of potentially harmful protein fermentation and secondary bile acids, and improved cardiometabolic markers such as weight loss, lower LDL cholesterol, reduced fasting glucose, and lower inflammatory markers.

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A practical, evidence-based nutrition show that translates complex science into actionable tips for everyday eating. Episodes span cardio-metabolic health, sports nutrition, diabetes management, gut microbiome, polyphenols, and cooking skills, often featuring university researchers, registered dietitians, and healthcare professionals. The host emphasizes clarity, real-world application, and accessible guidance, with recurring themes around debunking diet myths, food-first approaches, and sustainable lifestyle changes. Noteworthy is the show's breadth across clinical topics and public health, plus a strong emphasis on empowering listeners with practical strategies for families, athletes, and individuals seeking reliable nutrition information... more

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