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The Vance Crowe PodcastATR: Tariff paperwork blocks combine at border with Tim HammerichIn this episode of the Ag Tribes Report, host Vance Crowe is joined by Tim Hamrich, a prominent agricultural communicator and host of the Future of Agriculture podcast. They delve into a trade dispute that has left harvest equipment stranded at the US-Canadian border due to steel tariffs. They also discuss the USDA's controversial decision to close a major research center in Maryland, sparking concerns about the future of agricultural innovation.The conversation continues with a focus on the USDA's efforts to combat the threat of flesh-eating screw worms with a new facility in Texas, and the...
2025-08-2234 min
Future of AgricultureWhy Vance Crowe Believes Bitcoin Will Demonetize FarmlandVance Crowe: https://www.vancecrowe.com/Legacy Interviews: https://www.legacyinterviews.com/Vance Crowe on X: https://x.com/VanceCroweVance Crowe is a communications strategist that has worked for corporations and international organizations around the world. Crowe has spoken before more than 250,000 people, answering questions about some of the most sophisticated and controversial technologies in the modern age. He has worked for organizations as varied as the World Bank, Monsanto, the U.S. Peace Corps and even as a deckhand on an ecotourism ship. Today he is the founder of Legacy Interviews...
2025-08-0650 min
The Progress LabEp 24 - Dr Tim Crowe on Making the Basics Shine (Without the Fluff)📉 Ever wonder why nutrition feels so confusing—even though the basics haven’t changed?In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Tim Crowe, nutrition scientist and educator, to unpack why the nutrition industry is so vulnerable to fads, influencers, and misinformation… and why most people still don’t follow the fundamentals that actually work.We chat about:The psychology behind diet fadsWhy "boring" advice is often the bestHow to stay consistent without being perfectWhere the real evidence is pointingAnd how to spot non...
2025-07-101h 19
The Progress LabEp 24 - Dr Tim Crowe on Making the Basics Shine (Without the Fluff)📉 Ever wonder why nutrition feels so confusing—even though the basics haven’t changed?In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Tim Crowe, nutrition scientist and educator, to unpack why the nutrition industry is so vulnerable to fads, influencers, and misinformation… and why most people still don’t follow the fundamentals that actually work.We chat about:The psychology behind diet fadsWhy "boring" advice is often the bestHow to stay consistent without being perfectWhere the real evidence is pointingAnd how to spot nonsense a mile away🔎 Whether you’re a coach, athlete, or just trying to eat better without losing your mind...
2025-07-101h 19
The Christina Crowe Podcast: Making the invisible VISIBLEE72: Beyond Academic Performance: Addressing ADHD Assessment Blind Spots with Tim CroweToday your hosts psychotherapists Christina Crowe and Katie Richardson, love making invisible things visible. Today we are talking about our own report cards as late diagnosed ADHDers. And we have an extra special guest with us today - Mr. Tim Crowe, whose report cards, as you will hear, have rightfully earned him the mic.
Katie, Tim and I talk about:
Societal pressures related to academic performance and the challenges faced by individuals with ADHD, particularly in the context of their high school experiences
What did all of our teachers and...
2024-10-2154 min
FX Medicine Podcast CentralREPLAY: All Things Inflammation with Lisa Costa-Bir and Dr. Tim CroweIn this week's episode, Dr. Tim Crowe joins our Ambassador Lisa Costa-Bir to dig deep into the various phases of inflammation, what they look like, how to identify degrees of inflammation, and most importantly what we can do about it.
Together, Dr. Tim and Lisa identify the differences between acute and chronic inflammation, and unpack the important concept of resolution of inflammation. There’s interesting discussion around the interconnected systems of the HPA axis, the gut-mind connection, and various lifestyle factors that can trigger and feed low grade inflammation, as well as the various everyday factors that can contribute to ch...
2024-01-2200 min
How to Thrive: Mind & Body Wellbeing for the Modern Woman11. What we know about collagen...so far, with Dr Tim CroweI am honoured to host Dr Tim Crowe on this episode of How to Thrive. Tim is a career research scientist and an Advanced Accredited Practising Dietitian (AdvAPD). He has 30 years of research and teaching experience in the university and public hospital sector, covering diverse research areas of basic laboratory research, clinical nutrition intervention trials and public health nutrition, with over 40 peer-reviewed journal publications to his name. He now works chiefly as a freelance health and...
2023-10-0336 min
Healthy HerBehind the Show: Dr Tim Crowe and Dr Oscar SerrallachHost Amelia Phillips goes behind the scenes, giving an insight into each episode, what went well, what didn't and helps us get to know the guests a little better. In this episode Amelia  goes behind the scenes with Nutrition scientist Dr Tim Crowe and Functional GP and women's health specialist Dr Oscar Serrellach. Find out more about Amelia's Inner Vitality Program: https://innervitality.ameliaphillips.com.au/lp About the guest:Dr Tim Crowe is one of the most respected researchers and career nutrition scientists in Australia.  He is an advanced accredited practising dietician, with a ma...
2023-10-0327 min
Healthy HerDr Tim Crowe: Is dairy bad for us? And other confusing nutrition questions.Nutrition research is big complex area, because what constitutes a healthy diet is actually really broad, yet many of us have quite distinct views of what is right for us and our family. For example, is Nutri-Grain your staple breakfast cereal or do you think of it as sweet poison? Is the alternate view wrong just because it’s different to yours? Host Amelia Phillips and nutrition scientist Dr Tim Crowe go through the common often confusing nutrition questions plus questions from Healthy Her listeners. They cover; dairy, is it good for us? What about plant milks, ca...
2023-08-1533 minFX Medicine Podcast CentralAll Things Inflammation with Lisa Costa-Bir and Dr. Tim CroweDr. Tim Crowe, research scientist BSc(Hons), MNutrDiet and PhD, joins our Ambassador Lisa Costa-Bir, naturopath and nutritionist, to dig deep into the various types of inflammation, what they look like, how to identify degrees of inflammation and, most importantly what we can do about it.
Join Tim and Lisa as they identify the differences between acute and chronic and unpack the important concept of resolution of inflammation. There’s interesting discussion around the interconnected systems of the HPA axis, the gut mind connection, and various lifestyle factors that trigger and feed low grade inflammation, and the various everyday factors th...
2023-07-0300 min
The Guide To WellnessDiscovering the key to living a longer and healthier life with Dr. Tim CroweWelcome to episode 20! This week I spoke with Dr Tim Crowe who is a career research scientist and educator. Dr. Tim has his masters and PhD in nutrition and dietetics and is also an advanced accredited practicing dietician. In this episode Dr. Tim provides some insight into commonly debated topics surrounding nutrition and how we can live a long term happier life with less risk of disease.You can find out more about Dr. Tim below.https://www.thinkingnutrition.com.au/
2023-05-0844 min
Mission ChatsTim Zittle - Kidz Konnect 4 Jesus - Part 2 of 2 (S01E12)This episode concludes my chat with Tim Zittle who serves in the country of Belize with Kidz Konnect 4 Jesus. He shares some stories of God at work through their family's ministry as well as some perspective on missions and life in Belize.Â
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2023-05-0513 minMission ChatsTim Zittle - Kidz Konnect 4 Jesus - Part 1 of 2 (S01E11)This episode introduces you to Tim Zittle who serves in the country of Belize with Kidz Konnect 4 Jesus. He shares his experience of God calling him and his family into full-time mission work, how they have done that with two children with special needs and what their ministry roles have been.
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2023-04-2815 min
Talking NutritionellyEpisode 29: The Science of Skin Centred Nutrition With Dr Tim Crowe.This week I am joined by Dr Tim Crowe, he is a career research scientist and educator who holds holds a BSc(Hons), MNutrDiet and PhD. He has an impressive 30 year research career which spans laboratory molecular biology research right through to clinical nutrition trials. He is co-author of the text book Understanding Nutrition, now in its fifth edition, that any Australian Nutrition or Dietetics Student will be very familiar with.
He loves to communicate important nutrition messages to the public in plain and simple language so he also writes for many consumer publications and speaks regularly to the general...
2022-11-2857 min
The ATP ProjectGut Health - The Power of Polyphenols with Dr. Tim CroweIn this episode, Jeff and Steve have Dr. Tim Crowe join them from the Thinking Nutrition podcast to discuss gut health and polyphenols. Dr. Tim Crowe has a wealth of knowledge in the nutrition space with a focus on busting nutrition myths and providing easy-to-understand evidence-based nutrition information. The team takes a look into micronutrients and discusses polyphenols, and how they can impact the microbiome for benefits in areas such as weight loss, mental health, insulin resistance, cardiovascular health, and even sports performance. You won't want to miss this episode packed with all the latest research displaying...
2022-09-0654 minThe ATP ProjectGut Health - The Power of Polyphenols with Dr. Tim CroweIn this episode, Jeff and Steve have Dr. Tim Crowe join them from the Thinking Nutrition podcast to discuss gut health and polyphenols. Dr. Tim Crowe has a wealth of knowledge in the nutrition space with a focus on busting nutrition myths and providing easy-to-understand evidence-based nutrition information. The team takes a look into micronutrients and discusses polyphenols, and how they can impact the microbiome for benefits in areas such as weight loss, mental health, insulin resistance, cardiovascular health, and even sports performance. You won't want to miss this episode packed with all the latest research displaying...
2022-09-0654 min
Talking NutritionellyEpisode 11: Breaking Down Nutrition Science With Dr Tim Crowe.In Episode 11 I welcome Nutrition Scientist and my University lecturer, Dr Tim Crowe. We discuss the misnomers surrounding nutrition science and what makes nutrition science so complex. Tim explains the difference between ‘dietary patterns’ and a ‘diet’, we assess diet quality particulalry in the context of plant-based nutrition, he also helps to separate fact from fiction on the specific topics of soy, meat and dairy. I wanted to ask Tim about these foods in particular because it’s reflective of the foods I’m asked about time and time again in clinic. I hope you enjoy learning from one of my very firs...
2022-07-2547 min
Above 180.com Bowling PodcastStorm Collegiate Spotlight Podcast: Cameron CroweThis week we catch up with St. Ambrose University Junior Cameron Crowe. Crowe talks about the success his team is having and how he is coming back off an injury. Cameron shares his thoughts on passing along his knowledge to the underclassman and his time on Junior Team USA.
2022-02-1615 min
The Christina Crowe Podcast: Making the invisible VISIBLEIntroduction to The Christina Crowe Podcast: Exploring Mental Health and ADHDEVERYONE deserves access to high quality, accurate mental health information. On this podcast, as your host, Registered Psychotherapist Christina Crowe, I'm making it my job to connect some mental health dots - making invisible things visible.Â
In this Episode 0, I share a bit of Why this podcast, and Why now. This show is going to make mental health information more accessible, so you can go to your trusted health care partner and advocate for yourself with a clearer sense of the kinds of conversations you can have.Â
Please join me for Season One, where I'm brin...
2022-01-2805 min
The Daily Dollop with Kate FreemanHow to Spot Nutrition Misinformation with Dr Tim Crowe : Part 3On this episode of The Daily Dollop I’m chatting to the very wise and knowledgeable Dr Tim Crowe, a career researcher and educator in the field of nutrition. We’re discussing nutrition misinformation and myths and how you can make the right food choice for you!Dr Tim Crowe is a career research scientist and educator with most of this spent in the area of nutrition. He has a as BSc(Hons), MNutrDiet and PhD. He’s also a credentialed Advanced Accredited Practising Dietitian with the Dietitians Australia.I first met Tim in my post-g...
2021-12-0215 minThe Daily Dollop with Kate FreemanHow to Spot Nutrition Misinformation with Dr Tim Crowe : Part 2On this episode of The Daily Dollop I’m chatting to the very wise and knowledgeable Dr Tim Crowe, a career researcher and educator in the field of nutrition. We’re discussing nutrition misinformation and myths and how you can make the right food choice for you!Dr Tim Crowe is a career research scientist and educator with most of this spent in the area of nutrition. He has a as BSc(Hons), MNutrDiet and PhD. He’s also a credentialed Advanced Accredited Practising Dietitian with the Dietitians Australia.I first met Tim in my post-g...
2021-12-0113 minThe Daily Dollop with Kate FreemanHow to Spot Nutrition Misinformation with Dr Tim Crowe : Part 1On this episode of The Daily Dollop I’m chatting to the very wise and knowledgeable Dr Tim Crowe, a career researcher and educator in the field of nutrition. We’re discussing nutrition misinformation and myths and how you can make the right food choice for you!Dr Tim Crowe is a career research scientist and educator with most of this spent in the area of nutrition. He has a as BSc(Hons), MNutrDiet and PhD. He’s also a credentialed Advanced Accredited Practising Dietitian with the Dietitians Australia.I first met Tim in my post-g...
2021-11-3014 min
Hardiness with Dr Paul TaylorNutritional science vs marketing hype with Dr Tim CroweMy guest today is Dr Tim Crowe, who has spent 25 years as an academic in the field of nutrition, with both a Masters Degree and PhD in the area. His research career spans laboratory molecular biology research right through to clinical nutrition trials and he is the co-author of Understanding Nutrition, a textbook used by many Universities in Australian and New Zealand in nutrition and dietetics courses.In this podcast, we discuss The Good, The Bad & The Ugly of inflammation, popular diets and nutritional supplements and Tim does a great job of separating the science from the m...
2021-11-2656 min
Thinking NutritionHypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s disease: what role for diet?Our thyroid gland plays a major role in the metabolism, growth and development of the human body. So when things go wrong with your thyroid gland, it can have systemic effects. Hypothyroidism is where the thyroid gland doesn’t make enough thyroid hormone. And the most common reason for this is an autoimmune disease called Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. The Internet is awash with all sorts of dietary advice for how a person with hypothyroidism should eat to treat and even cure this condition. In this podcast, I’ll explore the claims made about diet and hypothyroidism and see what diet c...
2021-05-0319 minThinking NutritionCan keto cure cancer?Thanks to earlier detection and much better treatment options, cancer today is more survivable than ever. But we are still a long way from curing cancer across the board for all types of cancer with equal outcomes. If you caught my podcast from several episodes back on improving cancer survival with diet and lifestyle choices, I covered the broad lifestyle habits linked with improving cancer survival odds. I also touched briefly on many of the so-called ‘cancer cure’ diets that abound on the Internet. So, for this podcast, I’m going to home in on one that is getting a lot...
2021-04-2614 minThinking NutritionIs it safe to drink coffee during pregnancy?Coffee is one of the most popular and safest stimulants that we consume. But during pregnancy, and potentially even when planning a pregnancy, it is one ‘legal drug’ where advice for women becomes a little more prescriptive. Alcohol, soft cheeses, raw fish and even raw sprouts are all foods that are best to limit or avoid during pregnancy. So, should coffee be added to the list and if so, how much is a safe amount to drink? That is what I’ll explore in today’s podcast.Links referred to in the podcastImpact of coffe...
2021-04-1911 minThinking NutritionCan micronutrient supplements prevent or treat respiratory tract infections?Coughing, sore throat, runny nose, body aches, fatigue. The classic collection of symptoms synonymous with an acute respiratory tract infection. From the common cold right through to the flu, it is something most people are faced with many times over in their life. So what role nutrition, in particular micronutrient supplements, in helping to bolster your immune system to stop you from getting sick in the first place or helping to fight off an illness once an infection takes hold? In this podcast, I’ll look at the current state of play for the role of supplemental vitamin C, vi...
2021-04-1214 minThinking NutritionInflammation: the good, the bad and the uglyInflammation is now getting top billing as the latest health concern you should be worrying about. From avoiding so-called inflammatory foods to eating anti-inflammatory foods to treat and even cure inflammation, is there no disease that cannot be explained by our understanding of inflammation? Far from something scary, inflammation is a natural process that helps your body heal and defend itself from harm. It is only when inflammation becomes chronic that the story changes. In this podcast, I’ll explain just what exactly inflammation is, what causes it, when it is good and when it is bad, and importantly: wh...
2021-04-0513 minThinking NutritionApple cider vinegar: superfood or super scam?Move aside coconut oil, your time in the superfood spotlight has passed. Today it is apple cider vinegar, the latest all-natural, all wholesome, all singing, all dancing superfood that's here to save you from just about anything that ails you. With claims ranging from sterilising toothbrushes, curing diabetes and melting away waistlines, in this podcast I’ll look behind the apple cider trend to see what the science has to say.Links referred to in the podcastACV and weight loss clinical trial 1 https://www.jstage.jst.go.jp/article/bbb/73/8/73_90231/_articleACV and weight los...
2021-03-2912 minThinking NutritionImproving cancer survival with diet and lifestyle choicesEating well and positive lifestyle choices are an important part of reducing a person’s risk of cancer. But when it comes to food choices for people who have survived cancer, key themes surface. A healthy diet and other lifestyle changes are just as important to improve the chances of surviving cancer and reducing its chance of coming back. In this podcast, I’ll look at what the scientific evidence says about lifestyle choices in improving cancer survivability and what are the key recommendations someone with cancer should aim for.Links referred to in the podcast
2021-03-2213 minThinking NutritionLifestyle keys to cutting cancer riskA person’s risk of cancer can be significantly lessened by simple and fairly obvious nutrition and lifestyle changes. In this podcast, I’ll explore where you should put most of your focus and spoiler alert, none of it has to do with avoiding 5G signals, GMO foods, artificial sweeteners, underarm deodorants or acid causing foods.Links referred to in the podcastWCRF cancer prevention recommendations https://www.wcrf.org/dietandcancer/cancer-prevention-recommendations Adherence to WCRF recommendations and cancer risk reduction https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32210367Episode transcriptTo access the fu...
2021-03-1509 minThinking NutritionThe carnivore diet raises the middle finger to the plant-based trendWant to eat the exact opposite of plant-based? Then the carnivore diet has you covered. A diet that consists entirely of animal foods and zero carbs and plants, it offers the promise of weight loss and a cure for all that ails you from autoimmune diseases to depression. Of all the trends that buck conventional nutrition advice, the carnivore diet lies several standard deviations to the right of the diet crazy curve. In this podcast, I look at what created the carnivore diet trend, what it involves, and importantly: what can we say about its health merits.Â
2021-03-0811 minThinking NutritionCalcium: foods, functions and supplemental formsCalcium is the most abundant mineral in the body and it’s not just there for making healthy bones. Calcium is needed to move muscles, send nerve signals and release hormones. While dairy gets a lot of the attention for being a good source of calcium, there are plenty of other foods that help meet your needs too. In this podcast, I look at the roles of calcium, the consequences of not getting enough and tackle the controversial area of if calcium supplements are to be recommended or not.Links referred to in the podcast...
2021-03-0115 minThinking NutritionCollagen supplements: legit or Insta influencer fairy dust?Collagen supplements are big business. And is it any wonder when they are touted as the elixir for youthful and glowing skin. With plenty of A-list celebrities singing its praises, it’s no wonder collagen is having a moment in the spotlight. And a look at Google Trends shows search interest in collagen supplements really took off at the start of 2019 and it is showing no signs of slowing down. Reading the shopping list of health claims made about collagen - from turning back the clock on your skin, treating joint pain and even ‘healing your gut’ - you should...
2021-02-2213 minThinking NutritionAlkaline diets: the antithesis of how human physiology worksWhat if I told you that all it takes to lose weight, boost energy and prevent diseases like arthritis, osteoporosis and cancer was to eat the right foods to keep the pH of your body in the alkaline zone? Well, if I were prepared to throw out every bit of scientific knowledge that I have of how the human body works to buffer against acidity and alkalinity then sure, I could tell you that. But I’m not. Instead, in today’s podcast, I’m going to investigate those wild health claims made by the celebrity-endorsed alkaline diet and explai...
2021-02-1512 min
Fueling Endurance - Nutrition for Runners, Cyclists & TriathletesEpisode 6A - Why is nutrition so confusing? | Dr Tim CroweAt the heart of many of our podcast topics/questions is confusion, misconceptions and misinformation. We chat to Dr Tim Crowe about why there are so many mixed messages in nutrition science, the role of the media and social media, and tips for developing a good BS detector. Tim's also a marathon runner, so we chatted about his own experience and what he learnt from experience that science couldn't teach him.
2021-02-101h 15Thinking NutritionCoeliac disease, gluten sensitivity and the rise of gluten-free dietsCoeliac disease affects less than 1 percent of the population, yet, despite its relative rarity, there has been an explosion in the adoption of a gluten-free lifestyle. It is becoming more and more common for people to report having problematic reactions to foods containing gluten. Termed non-coeliac gluten sensitivity, this is a condition still in search of a defined disease despite having a large degree of overlap in symptoms with coeliac disease. In this podcast, I’ll explore the connection between coeliac disease, gluten sensitivity and gluten. Links referred to in the podcastClinical trial of...
2021-02-0815 minThinking NutritionThe rise of meatless meatThere was a time when plant-based meat substitutes were the exclusive domain of vegetarians and vegans. Now the food science technology behind these plant-based foods has come of age with products designed to closely look, feel, taste and even bleed like the real thing. The rise of meatless meats is all about meeting the demands of traditional meat-eaters who want to cut down on meat and are looking for plant-based protein alternatives. But are these foods really a healthier alternative to their animal counterparts? That’s what I’ll explore in this podcast.Links referred to in t...
2021-02-0111 minThinking NutritionHow do the plant-based milks stack up?Gone are the days when cow’s milk was the only choice at the supermarket. There has been an explosion in recent years of plant-based non-dairy alternative milks. From the very familiar soy milk, we now have almond, coconut, oat, and rice milk plus a host of others joining the party. How well these contender alt-milks stack up against the ‘reference standard’ of cow’s milk is what I’ll be digging into in this podcast. Links referred to in the podcastScientific review of plant-based milks compared to cow’s milk https://link.springer.com...
2021-01-2510 minThinking Nutrition2020's most popular: what makes nutrition so confusing?If you want to be less confused about just how to make sense of conflicting nutrition messages that you hear about each day then you’ve come to the right place. In today’s podcast, I’ll unpack what makes nutrition appear to be such a confusing area. But importantly, I’ll help set you straight in knowing how to make sense of it all. Links referred to in the podcast Industry conflict of interest in research https://journals.plos.org/plosmedicine/article?id=10.1371/journal.pmed.0040005 Review of dietary patterns and health https://academic.oup.com/nu...
2021-01-1824 minThinking Nutrition2020's most popular: coffee and its surprising health benefitsCoffee. For some, it is deserving of its own essential food group. But is coffee more than just a way to achieve functioning human capacity first thing in the morning? You may have seen media headlines in the past warning about health risks of coffee. But now that the science has matured, coffee turns out to be one of the most surprisingly positive health stories of recent years. Forget about the latest superfood trend, coffee is where it is at. In this podcast, I’ll look closer at those health benefits and give you the validation you’ve been seek...
2021-01-1120 minThinking Nutrition2020's most popular: intermittent fastingIntermittent fasting is currently one of the world's most popular health trends. Characterised by alternating periods of food absence followed by periods of normal eating, promoters of intermittent fasting claim that it is the ‘metabolic key’ to unlocking weight loss, reducing inflammation, cutting the risk of diabetes and heart disease and maybe….even extending your life. This show covers what intermittent fasting is, how to do it, and what the evidence says about that long list of health claims. Links referred to in the podcast Intermittent fasting vs traditional dieting for weight loss https://www.mdp...
2021-01-0423 minThinking Nutrition2020's most popular: food, mood and mental healthYou are what you eat, but when it comes to your mental health, what you eat can have a profound impact on your mood and how you feel. Welcome to the rapidly moving world of nutritional psychiatry which is uncovering the key links between diet and mental health. And it could just be that it is our gut microbes, by acting as psychobiotics, that are the stars of the show here; so long as they are kept fed well. Links referred to in the podcast Fruits and vegetables consumption and life satisfaction https://ajph.ap...
2020-12-2824 minThinking NutritionA Christmas Carol of vitamin D deficiencyAs the end of 2020 approaches, I thought I’d bring in a Christmas theme, but of course, one with a nutritionally based message. And what better way to do that than by unpacking Charles Dickens’ classic: ‘A Christmas Carol’, as a medical case study in vitamin D deficiency. Listen on to learn more.Links referred to in the podcastEnvironmental factors and Tiny Tim’s illness https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamapediatrics/fullarticle/1107722Episode transcriptTo access the full episode transcript, go to the following link and select the individual podcast episode an...
2020-12-2107 minThinking NutritionMore nutrition myth bustingDoes sugar really make kids hyperactive? Is fresh fruit and veg better than frozen? And does coffee actually make you dehydrated? The answer to all of the questions I just posed is 'no'. Welcome to the world of nutrition myths and in my latest podcast, I’ll go over some of the more popular myths I’ve come across and explain where the truth really lies.Links referred to in the podcastMeta-analysis of sugar and behaviour in kids https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/article-abstract/391812Frozen fruit and vegetable consumption https://www.sciencedirect.com/scie...
2020-12-1412 minThinking NutritionFolate: more than a pregnancy vitaminFolate is a vitamin important in growth and development. Everyone needs folate, but it is especially important for women to get enough of it during the early stages of pregnancy to help reduce the risk of foetal brain and spinal cord abnormalities such as spina bifida. In this podcast, I look at the key roles of folate in the body, explain how it helps prevent birth defects and the key dietary and supplement sources of it.Links referred to in the podcastImpact of folic acid fortification on NTD incidence in Australia https://researchimpact...
2020-12-0715 minThinking NutritionIs organic food healthier?Buying organic is a booming food trend. It is also a trend that comes with a health halo for being more nutritious, healthier and tastier than conventional produce. But how do these claims stack up when you look at the research behind them? And is the price premium you pay for organic worth it? In this podcast, I look at the health merits of organic food and unpick those health and nutrition claims.Links referred to in the podcastSystematic review of organic vs conventional food 2012 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22944875Â Systematic review o...
2020-11-3016 minThinking NutritionThe Mediterranean diet: the health benefits keep growingConsidered one of the world’s healthiest dietary patterns, the Mediterranean diet is linked to a host of positive health benefits. The theme of the diet is one abundant in fruits, vegetables, wholegrains, legumes and olive oil and where fish and poultry feature more often than red meat. From less chronic disease right through to a longer life, in this podcast I’ll dig deeper into the health merits of adopting some of the key themes of the Mediterranean diet for your own individual way of eating. Links referred to in the podcast Umbrella review...
2020-11-2314 minThinking NutritionVitamin B12: foods, functions and deficienciesVitamin B12 is an essential nutrient integral to the healthy functioning of the brain and nervous system. It is also involved in DNA synthesis and the formation of red blood cells. Because vitamin B12 is produced by bacteria in the large intestines of animals, plant-based foods are not a reliable source of vitamin B12 making people who follow a vegan diet a key at-risk group for deficiency. In this podcast, I’ll look at the roles of vitamin B12 and the main causes and consequences of deficiency.  Links referred to in the podcast Review on v...
2020-11-1610 minThinking NutritionLow-carb diets: are they the best way to manage diabetes?Low-carbohydrate diets are certainly on trend today. And it is for diabetes that such diets have attracted a lot of attention. Low-carbohydrate diets have without question helped many people with diabetes keep their blood sugar levels more stable and even for some people with type 2 diabetes helped to even help to fully resolve their diabetes. In today’s podcast, I look at the history of dietary recommendations for diabetes. I’ll then look at what the scientific evidence says for how effective low-carbohydrate diets are for diabetes compared to other approaches. Links referred to in the podca...
2020-11-0917 minThinking NutritionIodine: why you need it and where you find itIodine is a trace element that is naturally present in foods and is added to some types of salt. Iodine is an essential component of thyroid hormone which plays a key role in digestion, heart and muscle function, brain development and maintenance of bones. Getting enough iodine is important for everyone, especially infants and women who are pregnant. In this podcast, I’ll look at the roles of iodine, where it is found in food and what are the health issues with not getting enough of it. Links referred to in the podcast Assessment of t...
2020-11-0211 minThinking NutritionSleeping your way to better healthSleep is like good nutrition for your brain. Poor sleep is like putting your brain on a junk food diet – literally. Now a growing pool of research is linking poor sleep habits and disrupted sleep patterns from shift work with adverse health problems that include obesity and metabolic conditions such as type 2 diabetes and heart disease. In this podcast, I’ll look at the sleep-health connection and explain what disrupted sleep could be doing to your food habits, hormones and weight.  Links referred to in the podcast Meta-analysis of the effect of shift work on the...
2020-10-2616 minThinking NutritionCan you cure a hangover?Hangovers are the body's way of reminding us about the hazards of overindulgence. In this podcast, I’ll delve into what goes on behind the scenes to cause a hangover. I’ll then explore what science has to say about all those supposed ‘hangover cures’. And finally, I’ll outline the practical things that are in your control to help prevent and treat a hangover. Links referred to in the podcast Alcohol, caffeine and its effect on attention and reaction time http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/j.1360-0443.2010.03219.x/full Systematic review of hangover treatments ht...
2020-10-1911 minThinking NutritionFood comas: why overeating makes you sleepyFeeling sleepy after a big meal? Is moving to the couch the only activity you’re capable of after Christmas lunch? You may just have been the victim of a food coma. Food comas are a real thing. And there is plenty of science to explain why the food binge you just took part in has done what it has to you. In this podcast, I explore the food coma in all its physiological and neurological glory and explain how you can help prevent it. Links referred to in the podcast High-GI meals and slee...
2020-10-1211 minThinking NutritionDo multivitamins make you healthier?Multivitamin supplements are big business. Pharmacy and supermarket shelves groan under the weight of choice available to us. So, if you’re serious about your health, should you be taking one of these even if it is just as an insurance policy for a less-than-perfect diet? While multivitamins won't boost your health as much as what people believe, they do have the potential to be useful for certain groups of people. In my latest podcast, I investigate the evidence for any health benefits of multivitamins and then tell you for which people they could prove useful and for whom th...
2020-10-0515 minThinking NutritionFive ways to cut your risk of bowel cancerBowel cancer (also called colon or colorectal cancer) ranks as one of Australia’s most common cancers, especially for people aged over 50. This is one form of cancer where diet and lifestyle choices play a big part in changing a person’s risk of developing it. That actually makes it a good news story because lifestyle factors are changeable. In this podcast, I’ll outline the key lifestyle habits to consider looking at that could lower your risk of bowel cancer. Links referred to in the podcast WCRF information on diet, nutrition and physical activity...
2020-09-2819 minThinking NutritionIs it better to exercise fasted or fed?To exercise fasted or fed? It’s a controversial topic with strong views coming from both camps. For those promoting weight loss, exercising fasted is often an essential criterion to ensure the most ‘fat burning’ possible. Then there is the opposing argument that you want to be well-fuelled before activity to help power the length and duration of your exercise. As with most things in nutrition, the simple logic of both camps falls down when you take into account the complexity of physiology and psychology of us as human beings. In this podcast, I’ll look at the fasted versus f...
2020-09-2110 minThinking NutritionHow useful is body mass index (BMI)?Carrying too much weight is linked to poorer health. But just how much weight is too much? Body fat can be measured in several different ways, with each method having its own pros and cons. Body mass index or BMI is by far the most common one as it only relies on knowing your height and weight. But with that simplicity comes flaws as those easy results can sometimes be misleading, which is why the widespread use of BMI is troubling. In this podcast, I’ll look at the different ways that body fat assessment can be made and ex...
2020-09-1412 minThinking NutritionIs cinnamon a super spice for blood sugar control?Cinnamon is a spice that has been used around the world for thousands of years. It is far more than a food accompaniment. It’s the use of cinnamon as a medicinal agent that has scientists interested because of unique compounds found in cinnamon that appear to offer some unique health benefits. In this podcast, I’ll look at those health benefits with the spotlight firmly placed on how cinnamon may help people with diabetes keep their blood sugar levels under better control. Links referred to in the podcast Meta-analysis of cinnamon and blood glucos...
2020-09-0714 minThinking NutritionChocolate and its many health benefitsChocolate. It’s sweet, it’s tasty, we desire it and crave it. It is a food that brings immense pleasure and enjoyment. And in case you were looking for any more valid reasons to eat it, scientific research now confirms that it can be good for you. In this podcast, you’ll learn about the heart, exercise and brain health benefits of chocolate. Links referred to in the podcast Meta-analysis of chocolate and cardiovascular disease https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30061161 Dark chocolate and exercise performance http://jissn.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12970-015-0106-7 D...
2020-08-3116 minThinking NutritionDetox diets: their pros and consDetox or liver cleansing diets have been around for many years. With astonishing claims of rapid and easy weight loss, improved health, and more energy, they offer the ultimate quick fix to get you healthy again. In this podcast, I will give you the essential guide to detox diets, look at the claims made versus the reality and outline my list of pros and cons for anyone considering going on a cleanse. Links referred to in the podcast Review of the evidence for detox diets https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/jhn.12286 Choice review of...
2020-08-2417 minThinking NutritionThe perils of highly processed foods"Just cut out processed foods if you want to be healthy". It’s an easy throw-away line loved by nutrition wellness influencers on social media, but such advice shows naivety for what happens to food in its journey to our plate. Almost everything you eat to some extent has been processed, and not all processed foods are bad for the body. Now nutrition researchers are better defining the world of processed foods and here, it is the new term of ‘ultra-processed foods’ that you will be seeing used more in the future. In this podcast, I look at what define...
2020-08-1715 minThinking NutritionThis is your brain on blueberriesWhat’s blue, round, sweet, grows on a bush and can boost your brainpower? If you answered blueberries, you would be right. Or that should be: ‘mostly right’. The ‘brain-boosting’ part needs a bit more science to catch up to the headlines, but it is looking promising that blueberries may be one food worthy of the ‘superfood’ title. In this podcast, I’ll look at the science behind how blueberries can help keep your brain healthy and functioning well throughout life.  Links referred to in the podcast Clinical trial of blueberries and brain function https://pubmed.ncbi...
2020-08-1011 minThinking NutritionTreating IBS with diet and supplements: what does the evidence say?Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is one of the most common gastrointestinal complaints. Characterised by abdominal pain and bloating and alternating periods of diarrhoea and constipation, this chronic condition can go on to cause anxiety, depression and severely affect the quality of life of a person suffering from it. With no one single identified trigger or treatment, IBS can be a minefield for a person to try and get on top of. Diet changes are one area that can have a positive impact on IBS and in this podcast, I look at the evidence for different approaches from supplements such...
2020-08-0319 minThinking NutritionHow to keep up with nutrition researchWant to keep up with the latest developments in nutrition research? Nothing beats curating your own information-gathering network from a variety of credible sources. But where to start? If you want to keep up with breaking nutrition research like a boss, then this podcast is for you. I’ll let you in on the key journals to subscribe to, the best search databases to use, and profile some of the best secondary sources that do a lot of the curating for you. Links referred to in the podcast American Journal of Clinical Nutrition https://ajc...
2020-07-2715 minThinking NutritionHow to decipher a research paperNutrition is based on science. And while the science may not always agree and even change over time, just like all scientific fields of research, without credible research to inform your views you are really just flying blind in the wind at the mercy of feelpinions and what your social media news feed shows you. The base of all scientific research is the communication of it through research papers published in peer-reviewed journals. In this podcast, I’ll show you how to delve beyond the title of a research paper and instead apply a critical filter to all parts of...
2020-07-2030 minThinking NutritionGot zinc? Foods, functions and deficienciesZinc is an essential mineral which is needed for the proper growth and maintenance of our body. It is a key factor in helping hundreds of enzymes work and is needed for immune function, wound healing, blood clotting, thyroid function and much more. While rare, zinc deficiency in a country like Australia can occur and there are certain groups particularly at risk. In this podcast, I’ll outline the key roles of zinc, what the consequences of deficiency are and give you suggestions on the best food sources and supplemental forms of zinc. Links referred to in...
2020-07-1314 minThinking NutritionTracking diet trends with Google TrendsDiets are like clothing fashion trends: they come into and out of style. And if you wait long enough: back into style again. One of my favourite pop culture research tools is Google Trends. Google Trends keeps a global finger on the pulse of what’s hot and what’s not in the world of nutrition and diets. And tracks this over time based on the popularity of search terms. Now a research team has mined this wealth of data to produce a snapshot of the ever-changing diet trends with some surprising results. Links referred to in th...
2020-07-0615 minThinking NutritionMy top nutrition mythsCan a slow metabolism be blamed for most people's weight gain? Is celery a negative calorie food? Does microwaving food destroy nutrients? The answer to all of the questions I just posed is 'no'. Welcome to the world of nutrition myths. Nutrition is a field where someone can be seen by the public as an ‘expert’ simply because of the way they eat and the benefits it has had for them. So, is it any wonder that nutrition is also an area that is ripe for the propagation of all manner of myths and falsehoods? Some of these myths are...
2020-06-2917 minThinking NutritionHow what you eat affects your mental healthYou are what you eat, but when it comes to your mental health, what you eat can have a profound impact on your mood and how you feel. Welcome to the rapidly moving world of nutritional psychiatry which is uncovering the key links between diet and mental health. And it could just be that it is our gut microbes, by acting as psychobiotics, that are the stars of the show here; so long as they are kept fed well. Links referred to in the podcast Fruits and vegetables consumption and life satisfaction https://ajph.ap...
2020-06-2222 minThinking NutritionWhy antioxidants in food are overratedAntioxidants. They’re a food marketer’s dream. With promises of helping to keep your waistline slim, your heart healthy, and your brain sharp, is there anything these wonder molecules can’t do? Blueberries, dark chocolate, green tea and whatever happens to be trendy in the juice bar scene makes for a great reason to eat something delicious that can also be good for your health. But the time of antioxidants has come and gone. Nutrition science has moved on and now promotes the benefits that thousands of other natural chemicals found in foods can have – most with nothing to do wi...
2020-06-1513 minThinking NutritionMagnesium: foods, functions and supplemental formsMagnesium. It is a key mineral in our body and needed for more than 300 different chemical reactions. It is also essential for muscle contractions and nerve transmission while keeping your heart beating steadily and your immune system strong. In this podcast, I’ll outline the key functions of magnesium as well as cover the different health conditions where magnesium is thought to play a role such as heart disease and high blood pressure, diabetes, muscle cramping and poor sleep quality. And then I’ll look at the main food sources and critique the merits of the many different supplemental form...
2020-06-0813 minThinking NutritionAre raw food diet claims overcooked?Eating only raw foods has emerged as a popular dietary trend. Proclaiming an emotive health message, it is enough to make you think twice before next adding heat to your food. But fear not because on the scales of health, there is little to tip the balance in either direction. In this podcast, I look at the claims made about raw food diets and put these into context for the many health benefits that cooking food offers. Links referred to in the podcast USDA Nutrient Retention Database https://www.ars.usda.gov/ARSUserFiles/80400535/Data/re...
2020-06-0113 minThinking NutritionSports supplements essentials: beta-alanineThe sports supplement market is big business, but the reality is that most of these supplements have little evidence for a benefit. It is not all negative news though because there is a small group of supplements that are backed by science and which can play a performance-enhancing role in some athletes. In this series on sports supplements, I will profile this group of supplements and for this podcast, the spotlight is on beta-alanine. Links referred to in the podcast IOC consensus statement on dietary supplements and the high-performance athlete https://bjsm.bmj.com/co...
2020-05-2508 min
Catholic School MattersDan Rocha & Justin CroweThe Catholic School Matters podcast hosted by Dr. Tim Uhl features two outstanding guests: Dan Rocha (1:35), the Managing Partner of Cardenio Consulting, discusses his work promoting Catholic schools; and Justin Magouirk Crowe (34:50), Vice President of Education Programs & Partnerships at Providence Health, discusses his efforts supporting two Catholic schools and community health #catholicschoolmatters
2020-05-201h 05Catholic School MattersDan Rocha & Justin CroweThe Catholic School Matters podcast hosted by Dr. Tim Uhl features two outstanding guests: Dan Rocha (1:35), the Managing Partner of Cardenio Consulting, discusses his work promoting Catholic schools; and Justin Magouirk Crowe (34:50), Vice President of Education Programs & Partnerships at Providence Health, discusses his efforts supporting two Catholic schools and community health #catholicschoolmatters
2020-05-201h 05Thinking NutritionSports supplements essentials: sodium bicarbonateThe sports supplement market is big business, but the reality is that most of these supplements have little evidence for a benefit. It is not all negative news though because there is a small group of supplements that are backed by science and which can play a performance-enhancing role in some athletes. In this series on sports supplements, I will profile this group of supplements and for this podcast, the spotlight is on sodium bicarbonate. Links referred to in the podcast IOC consensus statement on dietary supplements and the high-performance athlete https://bjsm.bmj.co...
2020-05-1810 minThinking NutritionSports supplements essentials: beetroot juice The sports supplement market is big business, but the reality is that most of these supplements have little evidence for a benefit. It is not all negative news though as there is a small group of supplements that are backed by science and which can play a performance-enhancing role in some athletes. In this series on sports supplements, I will profile this group of supplements and for this podcast, the spotlight is on beetroot juice. Links referred to in the podcast IOC consensus statement on dietary supplements and the high-performance athlete https://bjsm.bmj.com...
2020-05-1109 minThinking NutritionSports supplements essentials: caffeineThe sports supplement market is big business, but the reality is that most of these supplements have little evidence for a benefit. It is not all negative news though as there is a small group of supplements that are backed by science and which can play a performance-enhancing role in some athletes. In this series on sports supplements, I will profile this group of supplements and for this podcast, the spotlight is on caffeine. Links referred to in the podcast IOC consensus statement on dietary supplements and the high-performance athlete https://bjsm.bmj.com/co...
2020-05-0410 minThinking NutritionSports supplements essentials: creatineThe sports supplement market is big business. And it is no wonder that athletes gravitate to the pills, powders and potions on the market for the promises they make of enhancing training and race day performance and allowing them to get the jump on their competitors. The reality is that most of these supplements have little evidence for a benefit. It is not all negative news though as there is a small group of supplements that are backed by science and which can play a performance-enhancing role in some athletes. In this series on sports supplements, I will profile...
2020-04-2712 minThinking NutritionWater, water everywhereHow much water do you really need, and is possible to drink too much? In this podcast, I explain why the advice to drink ‘8 glasses of water each day’ is a myth that needs to be busted. And then I’ll outline that while even though it is very rare, it is possible for a healthy person to drink too much water with the consequences of this being potentially life-threatening. So, endurance athletes take note, this could apply to you. Links referred to in the podcast Hyponatraemia in marathon runners http://www.nejm.org/doi/full...
2020-04-2019 minThinking NutritionYour guide to vitamin CVitamin C is a vital nutrient for health. It is central in the functioning of the immune system and building strong bones, skin, and blood vessels. Yet despite vitamin C being abundant in fruits and vegetables, it is also one of the most popular supplements taken, despite widespread deficiency in the population not being an issue. In this podcast, I’ll look closer at the roles of vitamin C and uncover the evidence for some of the many health claims made about it. Links referred to in the podcast Cochrane review of vitamin C an...
2020-04-1316 minThinking NutritionReasons to love your legumesWant to know what the one food that is truly deserving of the title ‘superfood’ is? It is legumes. Packed with nutrients, offering a host of health benefits and good for the environment too, you’ve probably been overlooking these foods for years. It is time to give them another look. Oh, and they also store really well, making them ideal doomsday prepping foods which is on-trend in today’s times. In this podcast, I’ll talk about the foods that make up the legume family, uncover those health benefits and give you tips on how you can get more of th...
2020-04-0617 minThinking NutritionDrink tea and carry onPeople all over the world have been drinking tea for centuries, and for good reason. A growing field of research has shown that tea has a role to play in reducing the risk of many chronic diseases. And on top of that, a good cup of tea has a real calming and relaxing effect – just what we need in these stressful times. So put the kettle on, sit back, and relax, as I explore the health benefits of tea.  Links referred to in the podcast Tea and risk of type 2 diabetes meta-analysis http://www.ncbi...
2020-03-3018 minThinking NutritionShedding light on vitamin D and your immune systemVitamin D is well-known for its role in building strong bones. But increasingly, research is revealing the importance of vitamin D in protecting against a host of health problems. Serving a dual role as both a hormone and vitamin, it is the sun that is the main source of vitamin D with few foods being reliable sources of it. In this podcast, I outline the key roles played by vitamin D, profile the growing number of health areas linked to it especially as it relates to immunity, and discuss how you can keep your vitamin D levels up. That...
2020-03-2321 minThinking NutritionAll things sweet: sugar and your healthSugar. We eat too much of it, but how worried should you be about what is doing to your health? While there can be considerable debate in many areas of nutrition science, along with conflicting recommendations on what we should eat, sugar is one food that everyone unites on in acknowledging that we eat too much of it. In this episode, I explore the different ways that added sugar can sneak into food, explore the truths (and lies) about some of the health claims made about it, and give you tips on how to eat less of it – all wi...
2020-03-1620 minThinking NutritionThe science of soy: health, harms and hyperboleSoy. It’s one of the most polarising of foods. A casual search of the Internet will uncover first one article lauding it for its health benefits, while the next article will class it as food of the devil with eaters of it condemned to a hell of hormone-related disease. To help you make sense of the conflicting messages about soy, I’ll dig deeper into some of the key health areas linked to eating soy foods. And then I’ll clarify just how much credence you should give to both the health claims and the health alarms about it.Â
2020-03-0923 minThinking NutritionDo you need that protein supplement?The protein powder supplement market is big business. Popular in the world of sport where muscle growth is a priority, the marketplace is dominated by glossy pictures of cut models and an ever-expanding list of claims for how these products will pack on the muscle. So, do the bros at the gym have it right in that you need these supplements if you’re serious about the gainz, or could plain old boring ‘food’ do the same job? In today’s podcast, I dig deeper into the world of protein and muscle growth and explore what the research says about pr...
2020-03-0222 min
Vibrant Lives PodcastToday's guest, Dr Tim Crowe, is a scientific researcher & health and medical writerToday I am honoured to be chatting with Dr Tim Crowe, career research scientist and educator, and founder of Thinking Nutrition blog and podcast.Tim has had a long and interesting scientific career ranging from medical research in cancer and diabetes, to dietetics and teaching in the School of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences at Deakin University for 16 years - where our paths crossed. Tim’s real passion is communicating and translating nutrition research - three years ago he left academia to pursue this interest full time. Part of Tim's freelance career includes his Thinking Nutrition blog and his new Th...
2020-03-0132 minThinking NutritionGot iron? Foods, functions and insufficienciesIron. It’s one of our most important essential minerals and sits at the heart of oxygen transport and energy metabolism in the body. In this podcast, I put the spotlight on iron, outline its key functions and explore the food factors that control how much of it we absorb. Because iron deficiency ranks as one of the world’s most common nutritional disorders, I go into detail of the consequences of this, how deficiency is tested for and importantly, how it can be managed with diet and supplements. Links referred to in the podcast Iron...
2020-02-2419 minThinking NutritionEating for two: you and your gut bacteriaThere is nothing bigger in the world of nutrition and health at the moment than the gut microbiota. With potential far-reaching health implications, one of the best ways to keep your gut microbes happy is to feed them well. In this podcast, I’ll look at some of the health areas being linked to the gut microbiota. And then explore in greater depth one area, which is that of body weight regulation as the focus for this episode. And then I’ll drill down into letting you know the types of foods and nutrients that feed your gut microbes best...
2020-02-1720 minThinking NutritionHow fermented foods benefit your healthFermented foods are a hot food trend right now. But it has been an overnight success thousands of years in the making. In this first part of an ongoing series theme on all things gut health, gut bacteria and the gut microbiota, I explore the world of fermented foods, describe the popular ones and most importantly: look at what science has to say about their health benefits. Links referred to in the podcast Sauerkraut and IBS https://dx.doi.org/10.1039/C8FO00968F Kimchi and blood lipids https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/ar...
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