It’s the most wonderful—and delicious—time of the year! On this final 2024 episode of The Nutrition Couch, we’re helping you enjoy the holidays without the guilt or the extra kilos.

Here’s what we’re serving up:
Mindful Eating Tips: How to navigate festive feasts while staying satisfied, not stuffed.
Holiday Platters Made Healthy: Discover a supermarket appetizer that’s perfect for your celebrations and still dietitian-approved.
Back on Track After Christmas: Simple strategies to reset and refresh your nutrition before the new year.

Plus, we share our favorite holiday hosting hacks, discuss how to stay active amidst the chaos, and answer a listener’s burning question about post-holiday resets.

Whether you’re hosting the party or attending one, this episode is packed with practical tips to help you enjoy the festive season without compromising your goals.

It&rsquo;s the most wonderful&mdash;and delicious&mdash;time of the year! On this final 2024 episode of The Nutrition Couch, we&rsquo;re helping you enjoy the holidays without the guilt or the extra kilos.
Here&rsquo;s what we&rsquo;re serving up:
<ul>
<li>Mindful Eating Tips: How to navigate festive feasts while staying satisfied, not stuffed.</li>
<li>Holiday Platters Made Healthy: Discover a supermarket appetizer that&rsquo;s perfect for your celebrations and still dietitian-approved.</li>
<li>Back on Track After Christmas: Simple strategies to reset and refresh your nutrition before the new year.</li>
</ul>
Plus, we share our favorite holiday hosting hacks, discuss how to stay active amidst the chaos, and answer a listener&rsquo;s burning question about post-holiday resets.
Whether you&rsquo;re hosting the party or attending one, this episode is packed with practical tips to help you enjoy the festive season without compromising your goals.

Unlock your best health in just 30 minutes a week. Join the thousands of listeners who’ve transformed their lives with The Nutrition Couch, Australia’s top-ranked nutrition podcast. Each Wednesday at 6am AEST, dietitians Leanne Ward and Susie Burrell deliver powerful, bite-sized advice that’s easy to implement and designed to make healthy living simple and enjoyable.

Ready for a healthier you? Subscribe now and start your journey with actionable tips that fit seamlessly into your busy life. Don’t wait—your path to better health begins here with The Nutrition Couch.

Unlock your best health in just 30 minutes a week. Join the thousands of listeners who’ve transformed their lives with The Nutrition Couch, Australia’s top-ranked nutrition podcast. Each Wednesday at 6am AEST, dietitians Leanne Ward and Susie Burrell deliver powerful, bite-sized advice that’s easy to implement and designed to make healthy living simple and enjoyable.
Ready for a healthier you? Subscribe now and start your journey with actionable tips that fit seamlessly into your busy life. Don’t wait—your path to better health begins here with The Nutrition Couch.

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Welcome to The Nutrition Couch, a weekly podcast from two of Australia’s leading dietitians & nutritionists, Susie Burrell & Leanne Ward. This is the first nutrition podcast that looks at weekly food & health trends. Every Sunday at 7am AEST, we will be uploading an episode that covers nutrition news, trending food products, case studies and we will also be answering our listener questions. Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode and follow us on social media @the_nutrition_couch_podcast to ask us questions & see our food product reviews.

Want to enjoy the holidays without overindulging? This week on The Nutrition Couch, we share mindful eating tips, healthy platter ideas, and simple ways to reset after Christmas while still savouring every bite.

Holiday Eating Hacks: Stay Healthy, Enjoy Treats, and Avoid Overindulgence This Festive Season

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Welcome back to The Nutrition Couch, your go-to podcast for expert nutrition advice served with a side of laughs! This week, we’re diving into some intriguing topics:
Sweet Cravings Solved: Discover the research-backed ways to indulge your sweet tooth without derailing your goals.
Steak for Breakfast?: TikTok’s latest food trend is taking over, but is it worth your time (and your budget)? We break down the pros and cons of starting your day with steak, eggs, and avocado.
Quick, Healthy Chicken Nuggets: A Woolworths product we can’t stop recommending—perfect for busy families or snack-time saviors.
Men vs. Women and Weight Loss: Why do men seem to drop kilos overnight while women work twice as hard? We explain the science and share tips to stay motivated.

Plus, don’t miss our listener Q&A segment and the scoop on the best high-protein, low-calorie treats to curb those late-night cravings.

Resources:
Interested in joining the March 2025 retreat? Email us at admin@thenutritioncouch.com to get on the waitlist!
Explore our range at designedbydietitians.com and check out our book, Reset, Nourish, Burn, available in paperback and on Audible for a perfect holiday gift!

Welcome back to The Nutrition Couch, your go-to podcast for expert nutrition advice served with a side of laughs! This week, we’re diving into some intriguing topics:
<ul>
<li>Sweet Cravings Solved: Discover the research-backed ways to indulge your sweet tooth without derailing your goals.</li>
<li>Steak for Breakfast?: TikTok’s latest food trend is taking over, but is it worth your time (and your budget)? We break down the pros and cons of starting your day with steak, eggs, and avocado.</li>
<li>Quick, Healthy Chicken Nuggets: A <a href="https://www.woolworths.com.au/shop/productdetails/268718/woolworths-chicken-breast-bites-original">Woolworths product</a> we can’t stop recommending—perfect for busy families or snack-time saviors.</li>
<li>Men vs. Women and Weight Loss: Why do men seem to drop kilos overnight while women work twice as hard? We explain the science and share tips to stay motivated.</li>
</ul>
Plus, don’t miss our listener Q&amp;A segment and the scoop on the best high-protein, low-calorie treats to curb those late-night cravings.
Resources:
<ul>
<li>Interested in joining the March 2025 retreat? Email us at <a href="mailto:admin@thenutritioncouch.com">admin@thenutritioncouch.com</a> to get on the waitlist!</li>
<li>Explore our range at <a href="http://designedbydietitians.com">designedbydietitians.com</a> and check out our book, <a href="https://amzn.to/3KP5VVr">Reset, Nourish, Burn</a>, available in paperback and on Audible for a perfect holiday gift!</li>
</ul>

Is TikTok’s steak-for-breakfast trend legit? How can you beat sweet cravings without blowing your goals? And why do men lose weight so much faster than women? In this episode of The Nutrition Couch, Leanne and Susie tackle these questions and share their top picks for quick, healthy meals and treats.

Sweet Cravings Solved, Steak for Breakfast Debunked, and Why Men Lose Weight Faster

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Are gluten-free products really the best choice for your health? This week on The Nutrition Couch, Leanne Ward and Susie Burrell uncover the best (and worst) gluten-free options on the market, from breads to pastas, wraps, and snacks. Plus, we dive into a fascinating new study linking meal timing to weight loss and debunk whether Pilates counts as strength training.

In this episode, we discuss:
The ultimate gluten-free shopping list: breads, pastas, snacks, and whole food staples.
Why meal timing matters for weight loss—and how to optimise your schedule.
Marion’s Kitchen dressings: low-calorie heroes or just watered-down options?
The Pilates debate: Is it really resistance training, or do you need more?

Products Mentioned:
Abbott’s Bakery Gluten-Free Bread
Marion’s Kitchen Salad Dressings

Resources:
Interested in joining the March 2025 retreat? Email us at admin@thenutritioncouch.com to get on the waitlist!
Explore our range at designedbydietitians.com and check out our book, Reset, Nourish, Burn, available in paperback and on Audible for a perfect holiday gift!

Are gluten-free products really the best choice for your health? This week on The Nutrition Couch, Leanne Ward and Susie Burrell uncover the best (and worst) gluten-free options on the market, from breads to pastas, wraps, and snacks. Plus, we dive into a fascinating new study linking meal timing to weight loss and debunk whether Pilates counts as strength training.
In this episode, we discuss:
<ul>
<li>The ultimate gluten-free shopping list: breads, pastas, snacks, and whole food staples.</li>
<li>Why meal timing matters for weight loss—and how to optimise your schedule.</li>
<li>Marion’s Kitchen dressings: low-calorie heroes or just watered-down options?</li>
<li>The Pilates debate: Is it really resistance training, or do you need more?</li>
</ul>
Products Mentioned:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.woolworths.com.au/shop/productdetails/706337/abbott-s-bakery-gluten-free-rustic-white-bread-slice-loaf?utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;utm_campaign=WW-0001&amp;cq_net=g&amp;cq_src=GOOGLE&amp;cq_cmp=Woolies_8458_BAU_Generic_DSA_FB%20EE_WW-0001&amp;cq_med=71700000114824409&amp;cq_plac=&amp;cq_term=DYNAMIC%20SEARCH%20ADS&amp;ds_adt=&amp;cq_plt=gp&amp;cq_gclid=Cj0KCQiAgJa6BhCOARIsAMiL7V_o-SD4biJn2MmSdxuR2wmv9fG92e5kjWHNMMRdYh_9Z9Xsw3prhXsaAm4bEALw_wcB&amp;ds_de=c&amp;ds_pc=&amp;ds_cr=674521660959&amp;ds_tid=aud-434232814060:dsa-1628441360875&amp;ds_locphys=9069314&amp;ds_pid=&amp;cmpid=smsm:ds:GOOGLE:Woolies_8458_BAU_Generic_DSA_FB%20EE_WW-0001:DYNAMIC%20SEARCH%20ADS&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gbraid=0AAAAACoj6t7iLlYZ9NkZfUwYESETeem9Y&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQiAgJa6BhCOARIsAMiL7V_o-SD4biJn2MmSdxuR2wmv9fG92e5kjWHNMMRdYh_9Z9Xsw3prhXsaAm4bEALw_wcB&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds">Abbott’s Bakery Gluten-Free Bread</a></li>
<li><a href="marion's kitchen salad dressing woolworths">Marion’s Kitchen Salad Dressings</a></li>
</ul>
Resources:
<ul>
<li>Interested in joining the March 2025 retreat? Email us at <a href="mailto:admin@thenutritioncouch.com">admin@thenutritioncouch.com</a> to get on the waitlist!</li>
<li>Explore our range at <a href="http://designedbydietitians.com">designedbydietitians.com</a> and check out our book, <a href="https://amzn.to/3KP5VVr">Reset, Nourish, Burn</a>, available in paperback and on Audible for a perfect holiday gift!</li>
</ul>

What are the best gluten-free options? The Nutrition Couch reveals top picks, meal timing hacks for weight loss, and whether Pilates counts as resistance training. Don’t miss it!

Gluten-Free Essentials, Game-Changing Weight Loss Timing Tips, and the Truth About Pilates

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Ever picked up a spinach wrap or veggie chips thinking they were a healthy choice? Think again! On this week’s episode of The Nutrition Couch, Leanne Ward and Susie Burrell reveal the sneaky tricks behind supermarket foods masquerading as “healthy” options. Plus, we tackle critical nutrient deficiencies, including one that might shock you, and share smart strategies to support kids’ bone health.

In this episode, you’ll discover:
The surprising truth behind “healthier” supermarket products.
Real-life cases of nutrient deficiencies, from scurvy to post-surgery challenges.
The highest calcium-packed yogurt on the market and how it can transform your diet.
How to help your kids meet their calcium needs—even without milk.

Whether you’re shopping for yourself or your family, this episode will arm you with the tools to make smarter, healthier food choices!

Resources:
Interested in joining the March 2025 retreat? Email us at admin@thenutritioncouch.com to get on the waitlist!
Explore our range at designedbydietitians.com and check out our book, Reset, Nourish, Burn, available in paperback and on Audible for a perfect holiday gift!

Ever picked up a spinach wrap or veggie chips thinking they were a healthy choice? Think again! On this week’s episode of The Nutrition Couch, Leanne Ward and Susie Burrell reveal the sneaky tricks behind supermarket foods masquerading as “healthy” options. Plus, we tackle critical nutrient deficiencies, including one that might shock you, and share smart strategies to support kids’ bone health.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
<ul>
<li>The surprising truth behind “healthier” supermarket products.</li>
<li>Real-life cases of nutrient deficiencies, from scurvy to post-surgery challenges.</li>
<li>The highest calcium-packed yogurt on the market and how it can transform your diet.</li>
<li>How to help your kids meet their calcium needs—even without milk.</li>
</ul>
Whether you’re shopping for yourself or your family, this episode will arm you with the tools to make smarter, healthier food choices!
Resources:
<ul>
<li>Interested in joining the March 2025 retreat? Email us at <a href="mailto:admin@thenutritioncouch.com">admin@thenutritioncouch.com</a> to get on the waitlist!</li>
<li>Explore our range at <a href="http://designedbydietitians.com">designedbydietitians.com</a> and check out our book, <a href="https://amzn.to/3KP5VVr">Reset, Nourish, Burn</a>, available in paperback and on Audible for a perfect holiday gift!</li>
</ul>

Are “healthier” foods really healthy? Leanne Ward and Susie Burrell uncover supermarket myths, discuss shocking nutrient deficiencies, and share tips to boost calcium for kids and adults in this unmissable episode.

Healthy or Hype? The Hidden Truth About "Healthy" Supermarket Foods, Nutrient Deficiencies, and Boosting Bone Health

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Holiday Eating Hacks: Stay Healthy, Enjoy Treats, and Avoid Overindulgence This Festive Season

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