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The Ideal Nutrition Podcast

Aidan Muir and Torwen Eerkens
The Ideal Nutrition Podcast
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  • The Ideal Nutrition Podcast

    E253 - How Much Do Certain Nutrition Strategies Affect Iron Absorption?

    23/04/2026 | 11 mins.
    Dietitians Aidan Muir and Torwen Eerkens discuss the different factors which enhance or block iron absorption, including the extent of this to provide context on which interactions matter most. 
     
    (1:59) - Iron Bioavailability and Types
    (3:10) - Iron Enhancers
    (6:08) - Iron Blockers
    WEBSITE:  https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/
    PODCAST:  https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/podcast/
    INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/idealnutrition__/?hl=en
    Our dietitians 👇
    Aidan Muir @aidan_the_dietitian
    Tyler Brooks @lift_dietetics
    Hanah Mills @hanahmills
    Samantha Staines @nourished.by.sammy
    Josh Wernham @josh_does_health
    Katelyn Bowden @katelynbowden_dietitian
    Sophie Andrew @soph.dietitian
    Torwen Eerkens @fullyfuelled_
    Bella Murdoch @enrichnutrition
    Anna McKay-Lowndes @am.dietitian
    Keaan Van Venrooij @fueld.by.keaan 
    Maddy Bedding @maddy_bedding 
    Mel Emanuel @melemanuel_dietitian
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    E252 - Nutrition For Double Training Days

    16/04/2026 | 13 mins.
    Dietitians Torwen Eerkens and Aidan Muir run through the nutrition considerations for fuelling days with multiple, higher intensity or longer duration training sessions. As nutrition becomes more important for supporting performance, recovery, as well as energy levels and health between sessions, Torwen and Aidan run through what to focus on to make the most of these training days.
    (1:01) - The Importance of Replenishing Glycogen 
    (2:34) - Protein for Muscle Repair
    (3:44) - Rehydration
    (4:46) - Food Timing and Types Around Training
    (6:36) - Periodising Intake and the Train High, Sleep Low Approach
    (12:50) - Final Thoughts and Takeaways
    WEBSITE:  https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/
    PODCAST:  https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/podcast/
    INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/idealnutrition__/?hl=en
    Our dietitians 👇
    Aidan Muir @aidan_the_dietitian
    Tyler Brooks @lift_dietetics
    Hanah Mills @hanahmills
    Samantha Staines @nourished.by.sammy
    Josh Wernham @josh_does_health
    Katelyn Bowden @katelynbowden_dietitian
    Sophie Andrew @soph.dietitian
    Torwen Eerkens @fullyfuelled_
    Bella Murdoch @enrichnutrition
    Anna McKay-Lowndes @am.dietitian
    Keaan Van Venrooij @fueld.by.keaan 
    Maddy Bedding @maddy_bedding 
    Mel Emanuel @melemanuel_dietitian
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    E251 - Are Emulsifiers Bad For Gut Health?

    09/04/2026 | 11 mins.
    Dietitians Torwen Eerkens and Aidan Muir explore the research on emulsifiers - their roles, benefits, and the claims against them for gut health. 
     
    (01:10) - What are Emulsifiers?
    (01:52) - Benefits of Emulsifiers
    (04:27) - Potential Risks of Emulsifiers
    (08:08) - Research Insights & Interpretations
    WEBSITE:  https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/
    PODCAST:  https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/podcast/
    INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/idealnutrition__/?hl=en
    Our dietitians 👇
    Aidan Muir @aidan_the_dietitian
    Tyler Brooks @lift_dietetics
    Hanah Mills @hanahmills
    Samantha Staines @nourished.by.sammy
    Josh Wernham @josh_does_health
    Katelyn Bowden @katelynbowden_dietitian
    Sophie Andrew @soph.dietitian
    Torwen Eerkens @fullyfuelled_
    Bella Murdoch @enrichnutrition
    Anna McKay-Lowndes @am.dietitian
    Keaan Van Venrooij @fueld.by.keaan 
    Maddy Bedding @maddy_bedding 
    Mel Emanuel @melemanuel_dietitian
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    E250 - Is the Mediterranean Diet the Gold Standard for Health?

    02/04/2026 | 14 mins.
    Dietitians Torwen Eerkens and Aidan Muir explore the evidence on the Mediterranean Diet - its benefits, potential downsides and costs, and whether it is practical as the gold standard diet for health. 
    (1:21) - Benefits for Cardiovascular Disease  
    (3:15) - Benefits for Weight Management
    (5:13) - Mechanisms 
    (6:11) - Potential Downsides: Athletes 
    (7:29) - Cost Comparisons: Money and Time
    (10:48) - Adapting the Mediterranean Diet 
    (13:03) - Alcohol Considerations
     
    WEBSITE:  https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/
    PODCAST:  https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/podcast/
    INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/idealnutrition__/?hl=en
    Our dietitians 👇
    Aidan Muir @aidan_the_dietitian
    Tyler Brooks @lift_dietetics
    Hanah Mills @hanahmills
    Samantha Staines @nourished.by.sammy
    Josh Wernham @josh_does_health
    Katelyn Bowden @katelynbowden_dietitian
    Sophie Andrew @soph.dietitian
    Torwen Eerkens @fullyfuelled_
    Bella Murdoch @enrichnutrition
    Anna McKay-Lowndes @am.dietitian
    Keaan Van Venrooij @fueld.by.keaan 
    Maddy Bedding @maddy_bedding
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    E249 - Berberine: A Deep Dive

    26/03/2026 | 14 mins.
    Dietitians Torwen Eerkens and Aidan Muir deep dive on berberine, an emerging supplement dubbed 'Nature's Metformin'. Torwen and Aidan examine the potential benefits, risks and practical implications. 
    (1:40) - Diabetes Management  
    (2:48) - Effect on Cholesterol  
    (3:49) - Weight Management
    (6:03) - Fatty Liver Disease
    (7:16) - How to Take Berberine
    (9:30) - Potential Side Effects & Impracticalities of Berberine
    WEBSITE:  https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/
    PODCAST:  https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/podcast/
    INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/idealnutrition__/?hl=en
    Our dietitians 👇
    Aidan Muir @aidan_the_dietitian
    Tyler Brooks @lift_dietetics
    Hanah Mills @hanahmills
    Samantha Staines @nourished.by.sammy
    Josh Wernham @josh_does_health
    Katelyn Bowden @katelynbowden_dietitian
    Sophie Andrew @soph.dietitian
    Torwen Eerkens @fullyfuelled_
    Bella Murdoch @enrichnutrition
    Anna McKay-Lowndes @am.dietitian
    Keaan Van Venrooij @fueld.by.keaan 
    Maddy Bedding @maddy_bedding

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About The Ideal Nutrition Podcast

The Ideal Nutrition Podcast, hosted by Aidan Muir and Torwen Eerkens, breaks down nutrition topics on a weekly basis. They combine an evidence-based approach with simple explanations and actionable take-away points.
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