Nutrition Science Bites with Professor Clare Collins AO

Professor Clare Collins delves into the world of nutrition and obesity medications with Sally Badorrek, Accredited Practising Dietitian from the University of Sydney. With 25 years of clinical experience in nutrition management of chronic conditions like obesity and diabetes, Sally shares insights on the latest medications, their side effects, and the importance of a holistic approach to weight management. We discuss the science be...

Plastic is part of our world! Drink bottles, baby bottles, cups, cookware, supermarket foods packaged in plastic, take away containers and cosmetics. With microplastics 'everywhere' in the environment, what are the implications for the foods we choose to eat (or not) and the products we use every day?

Dr Amelia Harray is an Advanced Accredited Practising Dietitian (AdvAPD) and Clinical Researcher with a PhD in sustainable diets and ...

Join me on Nutrition Science Bites as we delve into the world of sports nutrition with Sally Walker, Accredited Practicing Dietitian and President of Sports Dietitians Australia. Discover the nuanced differences between recreational and professional athletes, and learn how training demands, dietary needs, and the role of supplements vary across these groups. From supplements in Category A that have evidence to support sports perfor...

It's National Diabetes Week, and this year, the focus is on prevention - because it matters at every stage of the journey. Whether it’s preventing type 2 diabetes or preventing complications for people living with all types of diabetes, awareness and action make a difference. To support National Diabetes Week, we are bringing you a special re-release of one of our earlier episodes, What to Ea...

In this Nutrition Science Bites episode Prof Clare chats with Dr Kerith Duncanson, gut researcher and Accredited Practicing Dietitian, about the history and purpose of food additives. Discover how food additives have evolved from ancient preservation methods to modern-day applications to enhance food flavour, appearance, and shelf life. We look at the different categories of additives, their potential health impacts, and consider b...

Going Dry This July? Start your journey with the facts.

In this powerful episode of Nutrition Science Bites, Prof Clare Collins and Dr Natalie Stapleton unpack the truth about alcohol - from its cultural grip to its impact on cancer risk, sleep, and mental health.

They talk about the cultural significance of alcohol in Australia, the health risks, particularly regarding cancer, and the importance of public health policies in miti...

In this #NutritionScienceBites episode Prof Collins talks with Dr Hiba Jebeile about the complex relationship between weight management and eating disorders, especially in teens and young adults. Dr Jebeile highlights the importance of structured interventions to reduce the risk of eating disorders while addressing weight-related health. The conversation emphasizes the need for accessible support, identification of 'red flags' for ...

In this Nutrition Science Bites episode, supported by Nuts For Life, Ilyse Jones and Prof Clare Collins delve into the nutritional benefits of #nuts, addressing nut #allergies, common misconceptions about health impacts, and explore the different types of nuts available, their nutritional value and differences between raw and roasted nuts, and also activated nuts. They emphasize the importance of nuts as part of a balanced diet, wh...

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In this Nutrition Science Bites episode, Professor Clare Collins interviews Professor Christopher Gardner from Stanford University about his research testing a head to head comparison of low fat versus a low carb diet. In the DIETFITS study (Diet Intervention Examining the Factors Interacting with Treatment Success) he found major variation in individual responses to each diet. Prof Gardner shares insights on genetic and met...

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In this conversation, Prof Clare Collins and Prof Arya Sharma discuss the evolving understanding of obesity treatment. The discussion highlights the recent advances in medication for obesity treatment, providing hope for effective management. Prof Sharma emphasizes the importance of recognizing obesity as a chronic disease and discusses the role of body fat types in health, the biological challenges of weight loss, and the r...

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In this Nutrition Science Bites episode, Prof Clare Collins and Prof Leonie Heilbronn talk about fasting diets, the different types and their metabolic effects. They discuss the definition of fasting diets, including time-restricted eating and intermittent fasting,and explore the cultural significance of fasting. The conversation covers safety of various fasting approaches, potential side effects, and the role of ketones in ...

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In this episode of Nutrition Science Bites, Prof Clare Collins talks with Associate Professor Dorit Samocha-Bonnet about metabolism. They discuss the definition of metabolism, the difference between metabolic rate and metabolism, factors influencing basal metabolic rate, the role of genetics, and how muscle mass can impact m...

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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...

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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. We discuss the need for a rational approach to treatment and prevention, and highlight the importance of understanding the role of food environments and the role of stress. The discussion also touches on the potential of new medicatio...

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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 ...

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This podcast conversation with Prof Tracy Burrows, dietitian and cancer survivor speaks about the need for cancer prehabilitation. Prof Tracy shares her personal journey with cancer.

We discuss the importance of nutrition, mental and physical health in preparing for cancer treatment and highlight steps in prehabilitation, including screening, assessment, and medical nutrition therapy provided by dietitians.

We cover the pi...

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In this episode Dr. Erin Clarke and I talk about complexities of blood cholesterol levels, including different types (Total, LDL, HDL cholesterol, Triglycerides) and what they mean for heart health. We emphasizes importance of understanding how cholesterol levels relate to heart disease risk, the role of diet and exercise in managing risk, and why regular heart health checks are a good idea. We highlights practical dietary i...

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In this episode, Prof Clare Collins and Ilyse Jones discuss various approaches to energy intake in different types of diets for weight loss. They emphasize the importance of understanding the hierarchy of different levels of energy intake restriction within diets. The Australian Guide to Healthy Eating is a foundational approach, followed by reduced energy diets, low energy diets, and very low energy diets, each with its own...

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In this episode, Prof Clare Collins and Ilyse Jones talk about gout, a common condition characterized by high levels of uric acid in the blood. The conversation covers causes of gout, dietary recommendations for managing it, including foods to eat and avoid. Emphasis is placed on the importance of cherries, dairy, and coffee, while highlighting the need to limit purine-rich foods and alcohol. They cover practical tips for in...