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The Nutrition Couch

Susie Burrell & Leanne Ward

313 episodes

6 days ago

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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Self-Improvement,

Health & Fitness

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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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Self-Improvement,

Health & Fitness

Episodes (20/313)

The Nutrition Couch

Sugar Under the Microscope: Hidden Dangers, Sweet Swaps & the New Allulose Revolution

Discover the hidden sugars sabotaging your health and the science behind allulose, the new natural sweetener making waves in Australia. Learn how to cut added sugar, spot food traps, and bake healthier without losing flavour.

6 days ago

38 minutes

The Nutrition Couch

Can Sauna Sessions Really Help You Live Longer? (Plus Potassium & Bone Health)

We dive into the science of sauna use for longevity, the rise of potassium deficiency, and how to strengthen bones with diet and exercise — plus an exclusive sauna discount for our listeners.

1 week ago

33 minutes

The Nutrition Couch

Eat With Your Body, Not Your Head: UPFs & GLP-1 Truths

A practical deep-dive into eating out without overeating, a nuanced look at ultra-processed foods (beyond NOVA and scan-and-score apps), and a reality check on GLP-1s — why “it isn’t working” and what to change today. Keywords: ultra-processed foods, NOVA, GLP-1, Ozempic, weight loss, fibre, menu planning, label reading.

2 weeks ago

29 minutes

The Nutrition Couch

How Magnesium Protects Your Brain Health! Weekend Eating Fixes + Protein Water

ew ANU-led research links higher magnesium intake with healthier brain ageing. We show how to hit your targets with food, fix weekend eating without missing out, and give a no-nonsense protein water verdict. Keywords: magnesium, brain health, dementia risk, weekend diet, processed meat, protein water, women’s health, Australia.

3 weeks ago

33 minutes

The Nutrition Couch

Food Trauma & Diet Myths: Healing Your Relationship with Food + The Truth About Diet Soft Drinks & Creatine

Food trauma, diet soft drinks, and creatine myths — this episode explores how early experiences shape eating, new research on artificial sweeteners and diabetes risk, and whether creatine is safe for kidney health.

1 month ago

35 minutes

The Nutrition Couch

Bad Food Habits That Sabotage Your Health (and How to Break Them)

Are bad food habits secretly sabotaging your health? Leanne and Susie reveal the everyday eating patterns that derail weight loss, unpack new research on ultra-processed foods, review a supermarket snack, and answer your noodle questions.

1 month ago

36 minutes

The Nutrition Couch

B6 Toxicity Warnings, Sourdough Myths, Protein Milk & Tiger Nut Milk Debunked

We unpack the risks of B6 toxicity and supplement stacking, bust the myths around sourdough bread, review Dairy Farmers High Protein Milk, and explore whether tiger nut milk is worth trying.

1 month ago

30 minutes

The Nutrition Couch

Why 81% of Kids’ Snacks Are Ultra-Processed, Plus the Creatine Gummy Scandal, Broccoli Wars & a High-Protein Feta Review

New research reveals 81% of kids’ snacks are ultra-processed. We unpack the shocking creatine gummy underdosing scandal, debate broccoli stalks, review Riverina’s high-protein feta, and answer a listener Q on osteopenia.

1 month ago

39 minutes

The Nutrition Couch

Is Your 6am Workout Wrecking Your Winter? Plus: Alkaline Diet Hype, Potato Gems & Premade Meal Picks

Can early morning workouts backfire in winter? Leanne & Susie unpack new data on exercise timing, alkaline diets, and the best supermarket premade meals — plus a product review of Woolies Potato Minis.

2 months ago

32 minutes

The Nutrition Couch

South Australia’s Junk Food Ad Ban: Helpful Reform or Misinformed Overreach?

We unpack South Australia’s new transit ad ban, why it’s sparking confusion over soy milk and ham, and how policy, parenting, and nutrition collide. Plus, frozen chip reviews, easy meal prep hacks, and the truth about farmed fish.

2 months ago

31 minutes

The Nutrition Couch

The Gut Supplements That Are a Waste of Your Money + No-Guilt Winter Comfort Meals & Kids’ Cereal Rules

Are your gut health supplements actually helping — or just wasting money? Plus: our winter comfort food survival guide, a protein pasta supermarket review, and honest advice on kids’ cereals from two expert dietitians.

2 months ago

36 minutes

The Nutrition Couch

Food Noise, Fatigue & Midlife Weight Gain: The Truth About GLP-1s, Meal Timing & Menopause Supplements

We unpack food noise, GLP-1 medications, and why eating earlier may help with fatigue, weight gain, and hormonal balance. Plus: menopause supplements that are actually worth it.

3 months ago

33 minutes

The Nutrition Couch

How Cake Can Help You Lose Weight. The Hidden Dangers of Non-Stick Pans & Budget-Friendly Oil Swaps

Can cake actually help you lose weight? We explore the science behind “soul foods,” uncover hormone-disrupting risks in common cookware, and share smart oil swaps when olive oil’s out of budget — plus a review of Aldi’s new immunity shots.

3 months ago

37 minutes

The Nutrition Couch

Arsenic in Rice: What Parents Need to Know + Early Puberty & Breakfast Myths Debunked

This episode of The Nutrition Couch investigates arsenic and microplastics in rice, the link between ultra-processed diets and early puberty in girls, and whether skipping breakfast really hurts your metabolism. Plus, a new cauliflower gnocchi gets the dietitian verdict.

3 months ago

28 minutes

The Nutrition Couch

PMS Superfoods plus Wellness Scams & $90 Hot Chocolates: What’s Worth It (and What’s Not)

Are you falling for overpriced wellness hype? This episode reveals the truth about $90 supplements, how nuts and seeds slash PMS symptoms, and what to know about protein milks, collagen, and gut health.

3 months ago

39 minutes

The Nutrition Couch

The Truth About Saturated Fat, Diabetes Risk & Weight Loss Breakthroughs

Leanne & Susie reveal where saturated fat hides, the real risks of diabetes after pregnancy, and smart strategies to prevent insulin resistance — plus a deep dive on protein bread & weight loss meds.

3 months ago

41 minutes

The Nutrition Couch

Can Potatoes Help You Lose Weight? The Truth About UPFs, Lunchbox Sauces & Winter Soups

Can potatoes actually help with fat loss? This week, dietitians Leanne Ward and Susie Burrell reveal the latest potato science, unpack what ultra-processed foods really are, and share smarter food swaps your whole family will love.

4 months ago

31 minutes

The Nutrition Couch

Why It Feels Hard: The Psychology Behind Healthy Habits

Struggling to stay consistent with healthy habits? In this episode of The Nutrition Couch, Susie Burrell and Leanne Ward explore why change feels hard and how to reframe your mindset to finally see results. Plus, the five foods every woman should eat more of, a new lunch hack for busy weeks, and the truth about protein powders. Tune in for practical, psychology-backed nutrition advice.

4 months ago

33 minutes

The Nutrition Couch

Young, Fit… and Diagnosed? The Alarming Rise of Early-Onset Cancers

Explore the rising trend of early-onset cancers in young adults with dietitians Susie Burrell and Leanne Ward. This episode covers recent research, lifestyle factors, and the importance of early detection. Plus, insights into meal planning, a winter porridge review, and gut health tips.

4 months ago

34 minutes

The Nutrition Couch

Feeding Kids Today: Fussy Eating, Treat Culture & Nutrition That Actually Works

Susie and Leanne tackle fussy eating, constant snacking, and how to feed kids well at every age—plus the launch of their brand new eBook Your Kids, Their Food.

4 months ago

38 minutes