Dietitians Leanne Ward and Susie Burrell share smart, no-guilt strategies to enjoy Christmas without overeating, including portion and pacing tricks, mindset shifts away from “all or nothing” dieting, and exactly when to get back on track after the holidays.
Jan 13
Why Your Cravings Aren’t Random (Blood Sugar, Emotions, Sleep + Low-Carb Wrap Myths)
Cravings feel powerful, frustrating, and often completely out of your control. But what if most cravings aren’t random at all? In this first episode of The Nutrition Couch for 2026, Leanne and Susie unpack what’s really driving cravings, why willpower is not the problem, and how ... Show More
28m 49s
Dec 2
Party-Season Drinking: How Much Is Too Much? Plus Canapé Traps, A Woolies Chicken Win & Swimming as Exercise
This week we’re tackling the big one for party season: alcohol. Leanne and Susie break down how much is too much, why “just one glass” is rarely one glass, and the simple rules that prevent Christmas weight gain. Inside the episode: The truth about alcohol, hormones and cancer ri ... Show More
32m 6s
Nov 25
Aussie-Owned Supermarket Brands, MSG Myths & Overnight Salt Bloat
<p>Are the foods in your trolley really Australian owned, and should you be worried about MSG or that 2-kilo overnight weight jump after a salty meal?</p> <p>In this episode of The Nutrition Couch, dietitians Leanne Ward and Susie Burrell unpack how to support Aussie-owned brands ... Show More
33m 37s
Mar 2025
The Truth About Protein: How to Eat for Fat Loss & Muscle Growth
Ep. 179: Protein is one of the most powerful tools for metabolism, muscle growth & overall wellness—but are you eating enough? In this episode, we break down why protein is so essential, how to structure your meals for better energy & blood sugar balance, and exactly how much pro ... Show More
33m 26s
Mar 2025
Is The Protein Craze Just Diet Culture... or Valid? Deciphering Protein Needs As An Intuitive Eater
Hey Rebel! There’s so much pressure to eat more and more protein, but is it really necessary? In today’s episode, I’m unpacking how diet culture has hijacked protein messaging, what you actually need to know about protein as an intuitive eater, and why stressing over grams and ma ... Show More
33m 8s
Dec 2024
2820: Q&A - How Much Protein Should You Get for Optimal Fat Loss on Nutrition Advice and Tracking Macros
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Episode 2820:
This article unpacks the debate over protein consumption, exploring how much is too much and its potential health eff ... Show More
10m 47s
May 2025
3-High-Protein Diet Myths and Mistakes to Avoid
<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2293428/open_sms">Send us a text</a></p><p>Curious about high-protein diets? In this episode, we bust common myths, like whether they harm your kidneys, how often you really need to eat protein, and if yo ... Show More
3m 45s
Dec 2021
PROTEIN SERIES: How Much Protein To Eat to Get Lean vs The RDA for Protein, Thermic Effect of Protein & More!
<p><span style= "font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif;"> Hi friends! This episode is all about how much protein to eat to get lean compared to the RDA, is the amount needed related ... Show More
43m 26s