E232 - Sodium Bicarb for Athletes

Dietitians Torwen Eerkens and Aidan Muir discuss the role of dietary fats, the risks of having too little or too much, and how to find the sweet spot to maximise health and performance for athletes.  (00:37) - Role of Dietary Fats & Minimum Amount (3:04) - Risks of Consuming Too Much Dietary Fats (4:07) - Recommended Amounts of Fats for Athletes (7:14) - Practical Recommendations  (8:12) - Practicality of Low Carb Diets for Athletes 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 Monica Cvoro @fuellingperformance Josh Wernham @josh_does_health Katelyn Bowden @katelynbowden_dietitian Sophie Andrew @soph.dietitian Torwen Eerkens @fullyfuelled_ Bella Murdoch @enrichnutrition Anna McKay-Lowndes @am.dietitian

Dietitians Aidan Muir and Torwen Eerkens discuss the accuracy of calories on food labels, how calories are measured in food products, and considerations for applying calorie tracking via food labels in practice.  (1:00) - How Calories are Calculated on Food Labels (2:54) - Food Labelling Accuracy in Australia (5:51) - Food Labelling Accuracy Internationally (6:53) - How to Interpret Food Labels When Tracking Nutrition 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 Monica Cvoro @fuellingperformance Josh Wernham @josh_does_health Katelyn Bowden @katelynbowden_dietitian Sophie Andrew @soph.dietitian Torwen Eerkens @fullyfuelled_ Bella Murdoch @enrichnutrition Anna McKay-Lowndes @am.dietitian

Dietitians Torwen Eerkens and Aidan Muir discuss the different options for pre-workout carbohydrates, including the goals and purpose, the significance of digestibility, and the role of micronutrients and fiber. The conversation emphasizes the need for timing in carbohydrate consumption and provides practical examples of food choices for optimal performance during workouts. (0:29) - The Benefits of Pre-Workout Carbs (2:45) - Differences in Digestibility (4:06) - Timing & Examples of Pre-Workout Carbs  (4:38) - Benefits of Unprocessed Options (5:58) - Risks of Unprocessed Options (7:16) - Extra Options for Processed Pre-Workout Carbs 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 Monica Cvoro @fuellingperformance 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 

Dietitians Aidan Muir and Torwen Eerkens break down the mechanisms and science of whether artificial sweeteners are a concern for gut health.  (00:32) - Definition of Gut Health  (1:38) - Aspartame (3:34) - Sucralose (5:40) - Saccharin  (8:29) - ACE-K (9:34) - Potential Symptoms  (11:07) - Foods Containing Artificial Sweeteners  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 Monica Cvoro @fuellingperformance 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 

Dietitians Aidan Muir and Torwen Eerkens unpack the role of bicarbonate soda as a supplement for athletic performance. They explore the mechanism, types of exercise which see a benefit, percentage improvement, risks and practical recommendations for incorporating bicarb your regime.     Time stamps (00:53) - Mechanism for Athletes (1:50) - Types of Exercise  (2:52) - Dosage & How to Take (3:53) - What Are the Risks?  (5:25) - Practical Recommendations for Navigating Risks (6:21) - Research on Running and Endurance Events  (8:18) - Research on Strength Performance (8:56) - Bicarb vs Beta Alanine (10:07) - When Do We Recommend This in Practice? 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 Monica Cvoro @fuellingperformance 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 

Dietitians Aidan Muir and Torwen Eerkens are back with another Q&A!  (00:37) - What Do You Recommend to Address Food Noise? (3:46) - Is Collagen Worth the Money? (5:21) - How Do You Overcome a Weight Loss Plateau? (7:10) - Does Tart Cherry Juice Extract Give the Same Benefits as Tart Cherry Juice? (7:51) - Is It Worth Tracking to Make Sure I am Eating Enough? (9:36) - Thoughts on Extended Fasting for Fat Loss?  (12:24) - Do You Recommend Taking Any Nutrition During Hyrox? (13:44) - Is It Best To Take Creatine Before a Workout? 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 Monica Cvoro @fuellingperformance 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 

Dietitians Aidan Muir and Torwen Eerkens discuss essential blood tests that individuals should consider to monitor nutrition and lifestyle-related markers. Aidan and Torwen provide insight into specific tests and their implications for health. (00:58) - Nutrient Markers (3:48) - Metabolic Markers (8:51) - Hormonal Markers 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 Monica Cvoro @fuellingperformance 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 

Dietitians Torwen Eerkens & Aidan Muir weigh in on the fibremaxxing trend - including the benefits, if you can go too far, and practical tips for implementaion.   (00:52) - Practical Tips for Fibremaxxing (2:12) - Benefits of Fibremaxxing (3:13) - Fibre Recommendations: Can You Go Too High? (4:25) - Considerations & How to Implement (5:38) - Summary 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 Monica Cvoro @fuellingperformance 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

Dietitians Aidan Muir and Torwen Eerkens discuss the utility of continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) for healthy individuals. They explore how CGMs work, the science of glucose metabolism, and the potential benefits and drawbacks of using these devices. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding individual responses to glucose levels and the implications of monitoring for both athletes and the general population.  (00:30) - Background on Continuous Glucose Monitors (01:23) - Glucose Metabolism (03:46) - Potential Benefits of Glucose Monitors for Healthy People (08:05) - Potential Downsides  (11:00) - Overall Thoughts & Recommendations 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 Monica Cvoro @fuellingperformance 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 

Dietitians Torwen Eerkens discuss the impact of carbohydrates on sleep quality, exploring various mechanisms, the timing and type of carbohydrates, and practical recommendations for incorporating carbs into the evening routine.  (00:27) - Mechanisms and Research Background (02:14) - High GI vs Low GI Carbohydrates (6:00) - Carbohydrate Quantity  (6:48) - Potential Downsides to Adding Carbs Before Bed  (8:55) - Practical Recommendations  (10:23) - Tart Cherry Juice 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 Monica Cvoro @fuellingperformance Josh Wernham @josh_does_health Katelyn Bowden @katelynbowden_dietitian Sophie Andrew @soph.dietitian Torwen Eerkens @fullyfuelled_ Bella Murdoch @enrichnutritio Anna McKay-Lowndes @am.dietitian Billy Sullivan @billysullivan.dietitian Keaan Van Venrooij @fueld.by.keaan