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Nualtra: Dietitian Cafe #RD2BHow to Get Into Nutrition Writing With Emma Coates RDIn today’s episode, we’re diving into an exciting area that many student dietitians may not have considered - nutrition writing. From blogs and magazine articles to academic journals and content strategy, we’ll be exploring how you can turn your passion for nutrition into impactful, written content that educates and inspires, while also building your professional brand. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your skills, this episode will guide you through the essentials of becoming a standout voice in the field. I’m delighted to introduce our guest today, Emma Coates. Emma is a R...
2024-11-211h 19
The Dietitian CafeThe Story of Nualtra with founder Paul GoughIn today’s interview episode, I’m delighted to be chatting to none other than the founder of Nualtra, dietitian Paul Gough. We’ll hear from Paul all about what led him to start Nualtra as well as the challenges he’s encountered over the years since Nualtra’s inception in 2012. Paul tells us about what it takes to launch medical nutrition products from ideation to market launch and the lessons he's learned on the way.If you would like to connect with Paul you can find him here:Instagram: @paulgoughEmail: paul@nualtra.iewww.nualtra.co.ukPaul is also on LinkedIn i...
2023-10-1144 min
The Dietitian CafeWhat are the misconceptions about pre-conception and fertility nutrition? With Ro Huntriss, RDIn today’s Big Dietetic Debate episode, we’ll be discussing the hot topic of preconception and fertility nutrition. Research has confirmed the importance of prenatal nutrition; the evidence shows that a woman who is healthy at conception is more likely to have a pregnancy without complications. But how much research really is there in this area and is it good quality evidence? I’m sure I won’t be alone in having heard a whole host of thoughts about nutrients to eat and avoid when trying to conceive…Will avoiding caffeine help you get pregnant? Does plant protein actually better sup...
2023-07-1250 min
The Dietitian CafeEquality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) in dietetics and the role of the BDAFor today’s interview episode, Corrine is joined by the British Dietetic Association (BDA) CEO Liz Stockley and co-chair of the BDA’s equality, diversity & inclusion committee Susan Price. In today’s episode, we’ll be discussing the vital topic of Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) in dietetics and considering the role and work of the BDA in addressing all forms of inequality in the profession.After 19 years working in senior leadership roles in New Zealand, Liz Stockley returned to the UK, joining the BDA As CEO mid-2022. The BDA has a growing membership, currently over 10,500 strong and as well as being th...
2023-06-2955 min
Nualtra: Dietitian Cafe #RD2BDietitian Cafe #RD2B: Career opportunities in gut healthToday, we will be exploring an area of dietetics that I’ve seen taking the spotlight recently – and rightly so! Gut health. Today, I’m really excited to welcome registered dietitian Kaitlin Colucci. Kaitlin has become a prominent figure in the gut health world, and today we are lucky enough to be exploring her career as a leading gut health dietitian, to learn about her journey, advice and tips to those students interested in pursuing this speciality.Show noteshttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/short-courses/fodmap-introduction - FODMAP course
2023-06-161h 06
The Dietitian CafeThe Dietitian Café Host Transition With Harriet Smith & Corrine ToynAfter over three years of hosting The Dietitian Café podcast, Harriet is stepping away as host. In Harriet's own words, "while the decision is bittersweet, I am grateful to have been a part of the launch and growth of this podcast over the last three years and know the podcast will be in great hands moving forward." Harriet is a registered dietitian, and founder of the award-winning medical and nutrition communications agency, HRS Communications. After over three years of hosting The Dietitian Café podcast, Harriet is stepping away and The Dietitian Café will welcome Corrine Toyn, another member of the HRS...
2023-06-0727 min
Nualtra: Dietitian Cafe #RD2BDietitian Cafe #RD2B: Is reflection really that important?…and all things placement and portfoliosToday, we will be exploring a rather controversial topic amongst student dietitians. Reflection. Us students are all to familiar with the process, with many of us asking ourselves “why do we need to do this”. Today we are going to answer this by speaking with registered dietitian Pooja Dhir, who has a wealth of experience supporting student dietitians, and using reflection in her own career. I hope that in this episode we can reduce the stigma around reflection by highlighting its benefits, as well as sharing useful tips to make it a more accessible and productive way of learning.Pooja Dhir...
2023-05-311h 00
The Dietitian CafeDo we really need gluten-free foods on prescription? With Cristian Costas BatlleTo mark coeliac awareness week, I’m chatting to an award-winning gastroenterology dietitian all about the hot topic of having gluten-free (GF) foods on prescription; is it necessary? Is there an element of a postcode lottery involved? Should it be based on income?Listen on to hear more.Research highlights that around 1 in 100 people in the UK have coeliac disease. As we know, the management of coeliac disease requires a strict GF diet, but with the cheapest loaf of GF bread being over 7x more expensive than the least expensive non-gluten loaf and the current cost of living crisis, the qu...
2023-05-1552 min
The Dietitian CafeSpotlight on inflammatory bowel disease & importance of early diagnosis with Crohn’s & Colitis UKIn today’s interview episode, we’re talking all things inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), including discussions around the importance of an early diagnosis, how the multidisciplinary team works together in this area and the common misconceptions our guests hear about IBD. This episode will also explore the work and research of Crohn’s and Colitis UK – a UK-based charity that aims to bring awareness, support, and advice to those affected by these conditions. To discuss this topic, I am delighted to be joined by two brilliant HCPs in the world of IBD – Rachel Ainley and Isobel Mason. Rachel is the Head of Re...
2023-05-1142 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Dietitian Cafe: Working for a patient organisation with Suzanne FordIf you’re a healthcare professional and interested in the idea of working for a patient organisation or just curious about what goes on behind the scenes, this is the episode for you! We’ll chat to our guest about their role as the Dietitian Advisor at The National Society for Phenylketonuria (NSPKU) and discuss their experiences and learnings over the years. PKU is a rare inherited disorder with diet being the main treatment - you may have heard it discussed one of our recent episodes with Louise Robertson and Sarah Howe – and the NSPKU is a patient organisation that exists...
2023-05-0455 min
The Dietitian CafeShould powdered/ready-to-drink shakes replace traditional meals? with Huel co-founder, James CollierFor today’s big dietetic debate, we're delighted to be joined by registered nutritionist and co-founder of the complete nutrition food company Huel, James Collier. James has 30 years of experience working in nutrition and dietetics - as a clinical dietitian for the NHS, a nutrition consultant in the fitness industry, and, most recently, co-founding Huel. I’m sure many of you have will be familiar with Huel and have seen their products everywhere from supermarket shelves to vending machines in airports! Huel was started in 2015 with a mission to make nutritionally complete, convenient, affordable food, with minimal impact on animals and...
2023-04-2756 min
Nualtra: Dietitian Cafe #RD2BDietitian Cafe #RD2B - International students…this one’s for youIn today’s episode we will be shining a light on international student dietitians in the UK. Many students experience the usual pressures and stresses of a degree, but international students also have a whole host of other challenges to contend with. I am delighted to be joined today by Courtney Rockett and Alfadhul Almubarak, who are international student dietitians studying at Leeds Beckett University. Courtney is 25 years old and from a town called Clonmel, in County Tipperary in Ireland. She has recently moved to Leeds to complete the MSc in Dietetics in Leeds Beckett University and is in the fi...
2023-04-191h 14
The Dietitian CafeThe Dietitian Cafe: Creating business opportunities with dietetic interns with Nichola Ludlam-RaineIf you’re a business owner and interested in the idea of working with dietetic interns, or even a dietetic student looking to gain an insight into what an internship might be like, this episode is for you! We’ll chat to our guest about the benefits to both parties of dietetic internships, the support that interns need and the key learnings from their experience.We are delighted to welcome a returning guest for this episode; they first appeared on the podcast at the beginning of 2021 and they’re back today to talk all things dietetic interns… it’s Nichola Ludlam-Rai...
2023-04-0543 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Big Dietetic Debate: How do we communicate the science of probiotics to consumers?For today’s big dietetic debate, we're delighted to be joined by registered nutritionist and regulatory affairs consultant Sue Oldreive. Having been a consultant in this area for 11 years and worked with people such as the probiotic company Symprove, Sue is the perfect guest for this episode as we explore why it’s so challenging to communicate the science of probiotics to consumers. We’ll dig into why the word probiotic is considered a health claim and the impact that this has on companies marketing products, on consumers seeking out these products and on healthcare professionals advising patients.Sue became a cons...
2023-03-2333 min
Nualtra: Dietitian Cafe #RD2BDietitian Cafe #RD2B - A career in eating disorders?In today’s episode, we will continue to explore the different dietetic specialities, and in light of the recent eating disorders awareness week from 27th February, we will be delving into the specialty of eating disorders. It is estimated by the UK’s eating disorder charity Beat that 1.25 million people in the UK have an eating disorder of some form, which is a really shocking statistic, don’t you think? It seems only right that student dietitians understand more about eating disorders and the wonderful work that dietitians do in this space. To talk about all of this, we are joined...
2023-03-091h 07
The Dietitian CafeThe Big Dietetic Debate: Is there a role for ketogenic diets within a clinical setting?For today’s big dietetic debate episode, we are thrilled to be joined by two expert guests as we ask, is there a role for ketogenic diets in a clinical setting? Our guests both work within the field of ketogenic diets; one as a Senior Research Fellow and Specialist Paediatric Dietitian at UCL Great Ormond Street Institute of Child Health and Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children, and the other as an advanced clinical practitioner, leading the Ketogenic Diet service at Royal Manchester Childrens Hospital.In this episode, we’ll start by recapping what the ketogenic diet is before moving on t...
2023-03-0144 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Big Dietetic Debate: Are nutraceuticals all they’re cracked up to be? with Sophie MedlinIn today’s episode, we’ll be discussing the increasingly popular topic of nutraceuticals and exploring if they really are all they’re cracked up to be. We’ll chat to our guest about the basics of nutraceuticals, asking how they’re defined and regulated before looking ahead to what the future holds for this area of dietetics. We’ll also discuss the work our guest does with nutraceuticals in her role as a dietitian.To discuss this topic, we're delighted to be joined by award-winning consultant dietitian Sophie Medlin. Sophie is no stranger to the dietitian café podcast, having appeared on o...
2023-02-2341 min
Nualtra: Dietitian Cafe #RD2BDietitian Cafe #RD2B - Time to talk: looking after your wellbeing on placementPlacement is a very exciting time with so much learning and personal growth. However, steep learning curves, moving to new environments, and financial pressures can leave students feeling overwhelmed and stressed. To make the most out of our time on placement, protecting our physical and mental health should be high on the priority list. Today, I am joined by Zunaira Awais, a third-year student dietitian who is a real advocate for student wellbeing on placement. We’ll hear about Zunaira’s own placement journey and discuss some tips and tricks to protecting your wellbeing on placement.Zunaira has openly shared her...
2023-02-151h 05
The Dietitian CafeThe Dietitian Cafe: Charlotte Stirling-Reed - The Baby & Child NutritionistIn today’s episode, we’re delighted to be joined by the one and only Charlotte Stirling-Reed, best known to many as “The Baby & Child Nutritionist! Charlotte is a registered nutritionist, the owner of consultancy SR Nutrition and twice a Sunday Times bestselling author.In this episode we’ll chat to Charlotte about everything from the importance of toddlers developing a positive relationship with food and eating out and about with toddlers, to Charlotte’s work with Joe Wicks on Wean In 15.Charlotte has supported thousands of families with feeding their babies, toddlers and young children, especially since her audience has grown...
2023-02-0152 min
Nualtra: Dietitian Cafe #RD2BDietitian Cafe #RD2B - Working as a sport and exercise dietitianToday, we will be delving into the world of sports performance nutrition, which I know is a really interesting speciality to a lot of student dietitians. Whether it be men’s or women’s football, rugby, tennis, the Olympics, the Paralympics, or even the sport or exercise we do at home, sport is all around us. So, what is the role of dietitians in this space? Do we have one? Indeed, we do! I’m very pleased to introduce our guest Richard Allison, a registered dietitian, who has had a very exciting career in sports performance nutrition. Richard Allison is a cons...
2023-01-251h 06
The Dietitian CafeThe Dietitian Cafe: Let’s talk about fibre: In conversation with Dr Megan RossiIn today’s episode, we’re discussing all things gut health and fibre. We’ll start by talking to our guest about their career before diving into today’s topic. We’ll discuss the latest research in the field of gut health, misconceptions around the topic and practical tips for diversifying the gut microbiome, for you and your patients. To discuss this subject, we're delighted to be joined by none other than registered dietitian and gut health specialist Dr Megan Rossi. Dr Megan Rossi, founder of The Gut Health Doctor, is considered one of the most influential gut health specialists internatio...
2023-01-1832 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Dietitian Cafe: Let's talk about inherited metabolic disordersIn this episode, we shine a light on the dietetic speciality of inherited metabolic disorders. We sit down to explore the range of patients and conditions that dietitians manage in this speciality including phenylketonuria (PKU) and galactosaemia. We unpack the importance of diet in inherited metabolic disorders and discuss the advancements in management over recent years. Joining me today to delve into this topic are specialist inherited metabolic disorders dietitians Louise Robertson and Sarah Howe. In 2015 Sarah and Louise set up a dietetic blog called ‘Dietitian’s Life’ and have been working together ever since. The blog covers a mixture of gen...
2023-01-1151 min
Nualtra: Dietitian Cafe #RD2BDietitian Cafe #RD2B - Taking dietetics into the future: a career in telehealth?As digitalisation is on the rise, our future as student dietitians is looking to be more and more technology based. In this episode we will explore the telehealth field, including what it really is, the types of roles there are for dietitians, and the career opportunities that there may be for students once they graduate. To discuss all of this, we are joined today by Josie and Hannah, who are registered dietitians each with a variety of experience and who both currently work in industry leading telehealth organisations.Hannah has been in the field of nutrition & health for around 14 years...
2022-12-1358 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Big Dietetic Debate: Calories on Menus – Is it helpful or a hinderance?In today’s episode we’re discussing the somewhat controversial legislation around calorie labelling on menus; unpacking the origin of this law and the evidence behind it. We’ll also explore the law’s impacts on public health and the food industry, as well as the consequences for those living with an eating disorder. To discuss this topic, I’m delighted to be joined by specialist dietitian and clinical advisor at the UK’s eating disorders charity BEAT, Sarah Fuller, and advanced specialist dietitian in obesity and bariatric surgery, Deepti Loomba.Sarah is a specialist eating disorders dietitian who has worked with...
2022-12-1338 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Big Dietetic Debate: Will banning junk food advertising really tackle childhood obesity?In today’s episode we’re discussing the law to ban junk food advertising online and before 9pm on TV; unpacking the origin of this law and the evidence behind it. We’ll also explore the law’s impacts on public health and the food industry. To discuss this topic, we're delighted to be joined by registered nutritionist and owner of The Nutrition Consultant, Charlotte Radcliffe. Charlotte Radcliffe is a registered nutritionist and has over 20 years’ experience in nutrition and health, strategy development, nutrition analysis, regulatory affairs, and food retailing/catering. She runs a highly successful nutrition consultancy (The Nutrition Consultant...
2022-12-0847 min
Nualtra: Dietitian Cafe #RD2BDietitian Cafe #RD2B - Life as a mature student dietitian with Beca Lyne-PirkisMature students form a significant part of the student dietitian community and dietetics is often a career that people decide to switch to mid-way through their working life. Today we wish to shine a spotlight on mature students, to highlight the value they bring to the profession as well as the unique challenges they face whilst studying. Today we are joined by Beca Lyne-Pirkis, a registered dietitian who began studying as a mature student over 3 years ago. Beca has had an exciting history working with food before dietetics, including being a contestant and semi-finalist in series four of the Great...
2022-11-2844 min
Nualtra: Dietitian Cafe #RD2BDietitian Cafe #RD2B - Different experiences & journeys to becoming a registered dietitianAs most RD2B’s have now returned to university for another year of study and UCAS applications for Dietetics courses will start to fly in, we want to discuss some different journeys to becoming a dietitian. In this episode, we will be joined by two guests, Katie Avis and Zainab Jawed, who are dietetics students at university college London. Along with myself, we will be discussing our individual journeys, experiences and challenges as student dietitians, and share tips and advice for an enjoyable and rewarding RD2B journey.Katie Avis is a second year Dietetics MSc student at UCL. Sh...
2022-11-1651 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Dietitian Cafe: Nutrition in the Fire Service with Dr Greg LessonsIn today’s episode, we’re going to talk about the importance of nutrition within the fire service, including discussions around food provision in the fire brigade and the impact of prioritising nutrition for firefighters. This episode will also explore nutrition-related health issues that firefighters may experience and delve deeper into the role of nutritionists and how they can support the health and well-being of firefighters. To discuss this topic, We're delighted to be joined by a Registered Nutritionist and Health Improvement Lead at The Fire Fighters Charity, Dr Greg Lessons. Greg’s unique academic and professional background prepared him perfec...
2022-11-0235 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Dietitian Cafe: Tackling CPD dread – How to build a CPD portfolio to be proud ofAfter many of our dietitian listeners will have recently renewed for another few years with the HCPC, continued professional development (CPD) may well be at the forefront of your mind. In today’s episode, we sit down with two people - Donna Fielder & Jen Fielder who are actively working to make CPD a hassle-free task for allied health professionals. We’ll dive into the world of CPD, discussing if there are gold standard methods for recording, the main barriers to undertaking CPD and hearing our guests’ top tips for building a CPD portfolio to be proud of. Donna is a conten...
2022-10-2632 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Big Dietetic Debate: Tackling Britain’s sweet tooth with Dr Paul McArdleIn today’s episode, Harriet is joined by Dr Paul McArdle to discuss a topic that’s garnered multiple recent headlines – Artificial sweeteners. We’ll start by unpacking the basics including the history of non-sugar sweeteners and how they’re defined, before moving onto some of the myths and confusion surrounding this topic.Paul is a leading UK Registered Dietitian and a specialist in diabetes, weight management and mental health with over 20 years of experience. He's passionate about high-quality, evidence-based patient care and was part of the guideline development group for the 2018 Evidence-Based Nutrition Guidelines for the Prevention and Management of Diabete...
2022-10-1939 min
Nualtra: Dietitian Cafe #RD2BDietitian Cafe #RD2B - Women's health: a future career? With Anita BeckwithIn the first episode of season 2, Neve meets with Anita Beckwith.Anita leads the Specialist Diabetes Dietetic and DAFNE services at King’s College Hospital, London.In both her NHS role and private practice, Anita supports women and men with and without diabetes (type 1 and type 2) through their fertility, preconception and pregnancy journeys.Anita is a certified fertility and prenatal dietitian and is an Early Life Nutrition Alliance Advisory BoardMember (an internationally organisation which specialises in reproductive and prenatal nutrition) and contributes to the development of fertility and prenatal dietitians through education and mentoring through their fertility and pregnancy courses.An...
2022-10-1250 min
Nualtra: Dietitian Cafe #RD2BDietitian Cafe #RD2B - Introducing Our New Host: Neve Lilleyman!Huge thank you to all those who applied to be the new student host for our Dietitian Café RD2B podcast. The search is now over and we are delighted to introduce you to Neve Lilleyman (@ncl_nutrition) who will be our new host for season 2 which kicks off in a couple of days! 🙌👩🎓 Neve is about to start her 2nd year of Dietetics at Coventry University, where she is also the Chair of the University Dietetics Student Voice Channel. In this role she represents the views of her peers and liaises with the faculty staff to give students a voice.👋 Neve...
2022-10-0400 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Dietitian Cafe: Not your typical dietetics career with Lucy JonesIn today’s episode, we're joined by a dietitian whose career journey breaks the norm for dietitians - Lucy Jones. Lucy is Vice President Clinical at Oviva, a company transforming the way people access care through their technology. By background, she is an experienced dietitian, having worked in numerous London hospitals and specialises in managing obesity and metabolic syndrome. She's also had many television presenting roles including Channel 4’s The Food Hospital, ITV’s The Alan Titchmarsh Show, BBC1’s Eat Well for Less and Channel 4’s Sugar Rush with Jamie Oliver. In her position as a media spokesperson for the Britis...
2022-09-2140 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Big Dietetic Debate: Calorie counting - is it helpful or harmful to people with diabetes?In today’s episode, we will unpack the topic of calorie counting for people with diabetes. We’ll discuss the benefits as well as explore whether the practice has any harmful consequences with diabetes specialist dietitian and co-founder of the award-winning Carbs & Cals range of books and app, Chris Cheyette.Chris has worked as a Diabetes Specialist Dietitian within the NHS for over 20 years with a wide range of patients living with type 1, type 2 and gestational diabetes. He is widely published, including several articles in academic journals on weight management and diabetes. In 2009, Chris founded Chello Publishing Limited with photographer and...
2022-09-0848 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Big Dietetic Debate: Is calorie counting helpful or harmful to people with diabetes?In today’s episode, we will unpack the topic of calorie counting for people with diabetes. We’ll discuss the benefits as well as explore whether the practice has any harmful consequences with diabetes specialist dietitian and co-founder of the award-winning Carbs & Cals range of books and app, Chris Cheyette.
Chris has worked as a Diabetes Specialist Dietitian within the NHS for over 20 years with a wide range of patients living with type 1, type 2 and gestational diabetes. He is widely published, including several articles in academic journals on weight management and diabetes. In 2009, Chris founded Chello Publishing Limited with photographer and...
2022-09-0848 minThe Dietitian CafeThe Big Dietetic Debate: Is calorie counting helpful or harmful to people with diabetes?In today’s episode, we will unpack the topic of calorie counting for people with diabetes. We’ll discuss the benefits as well as explore whether the practice has any harmful consequences with diabetes specialist dietitian and co-founder of the award-winning Carbs & Cals range of books and app, Chris Cheyette.
Chris has worked as a Diabetes Specialist Dietitian within the NHS for over 20 years with a wide range of patients living with type 1, type 2 and gestational diabetes. He is widely published, including several articles in academic journals on weight management and diabetes. In 2009, Chris founded Chello Publishing Limited with photographer and...
2022-09-0648 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Dietitian Cafe: Food Service Dietitian - developing healthy & cost-effective hospital foodIn today’s episode, we’ll explore the role of a food service dietitian including discussion around what a typical day looks like and who they work with on a regular basis. We’ll dive deeper into hospital menus and unpack how food service dietitians ensure that menus are healthy and palatable for patients with different requirements. We’ll gain an insight into what NHS hospitals typically spend on meals and explore how cost-effective menus are created. Today we're delighted to be joined by Elise Kelly, a Registered Specialist Food Service Dietitian with over ten years of experience across a variety...
2022-07-2753 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Big Dietetic Debate: Diet Trends emerging in 2022 & beyond with Jennifer Low & Priya TewIn today’s episode Harriet is joined by Jennifer Low and Priya Tew. We explore the diet trends taking off this summer, their origins and whether there is any truth behind them. We’ll discuss with our guests why they think summer diet trends have become so popular, the influence of social media and whether they think certain demographics of people are more prone to following these diets. We will also touch upon the impact of COVID-19 on people’s susceptibility to summer diet trends this year.Jen has been a registered dietitian for over 15 years. She specialises in eating disord...
2022-07-1359 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Dietitian Cafe: Are people with Learning Disabilities forgotten in healthcare?In this episode, Harriet is joined by Lead Dietitian for Adult Learning Disabilities, Angela Norris. Angela Norris is Professional Head of Dietetics at Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Trust (Mental Health, Learning Disability and Autism Trust). She qualified as a dietitian in 2006 and has worked for TEWV for eleven years, working in Mental Health Services for Older People, Adult Mental Health and Learning Disabilities.In this episode we’ll talk to Angela about what her motivations were to become a dietitian for adults with learning disabilities, what the role entails and hear more about the different types of patients sh...
2022-07-0851 min
Nualtra: Dietitian Cafe #RD2BDietitian Cafe #RD2B: Student Dietitians on Social Media with Reema RabheruFor this episode, Lucy is joined by fellow RD2B and BDA student representative, Reema Rabheru. Reema has recently been nominated for a CN award, and the link to vote can be found in the show notes. In this episode, we will discuss student dietitians on social media, her own experience of creating content, and the benefits of student dietitians being connected.Show Notes:Reema Twitter: @BDAStudentReema Instagram: @dieteticallyreemsCN Awards Voting: https://nutrition2me.com/cn-awards/voting/BDA Dietitians week: https://www.bda.uk.com/news-campaigns/campaigns/dietitians-week.htmlBDA Student Forum: https://www.bda.uk.com/membership/specialist-groups-branches/join-a-specialist-group/student-forum...
2022-06-2917 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Big Dietetic Debate: Is climate change really a problem for dietitians to solve?Today we're delighted to be joined by registered dietitian and the incoming chair of the British Dietetic Association sustainable diets group,Tanya Haffner to discuss all things sustainable diets.Tanya is an Irish born, UK-trained dietitian and nutritionist. She previously founded Nutrilicious Communications, the first solely dedicated nutrition communications agency in the UK, which has supported multiple change agents in food and health for over 20 years. Now, the culmination of her mission to help everyone to eat well is the award-winning MyNutriWeb.com, which uses all my experience and network, curating and running authentic influential learning and dialogue events, including...
2022-06-1553 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Dietitian Cafe: Nutritionists and dietitians online with Amanda FinchToday we're delighted to be joined by the creator of Nutrition Social, Amanda Finch to dive deeper into the topic of using social media as a healthcare professional. After a successful career in a media agency, Amanda decided to do an MSc in Global Public Health Nutrition and retrain as a nutritionist. After identifying a gap in the market to help health professionals gain confidence in transferring their business online, Nutrition Social was born. Nutrition Social helps nutritionists and health professionals gain confidence, save time, and leverage their professional social media platforms to get clients. Nutrition Social offers 1:1s, social...
2022-06-0155 min
Nualtra: Dietitian Cafe #RD2BDietitian Cafe #RD2B: How to get your first job as a dietitian with Molly McEntee-MorrisFor this episode, I’m delighted to be joined by Registered Dietitian Molly McEntee-Morris to discuss how to get your first job as a dietitian.Molly has previously featured on the Dietitian Café podcast, as the BDA student representative. Since then, she has graduated and been working as a band 5 dietitian. In this episode, Molly will share her experiences of transitioning from student dietitian to a registered dietitian. We will talk about job applications, interviews, and what’s still to learn after you graduate.Show Notes:Molly Twitter: @mollymcenteemMolly Instagram: @the_dietitian_molly
2022-05-2539 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Big Dietetic Debate: Natasha’s Law - How do we protect the public from food allergens?In today’s big dietetic debate, we’re looking at Natasha’s Law and considering how we protect the public from food allergens. We're delighted to the joined an expert in children’s cow’s milk allergy, dietitian Lydia Collins-Hussey and the founder of Tiny Tots Nutrition, Paula Hallam. Lydia graduated from the University of Plymouth with BSc (Hons) Dietetics in 2013 and started her dietetic career at Cumbria Partnership NHS Foundation Trust and moved quickly into a paediatrics ward, where her passion for food allergy started. She worked for four years at Oviva UK Ltd in the CMPA programme where she went o...
2022-05-181h 08
The Dietitian CafeThe Big Dietetic Debate: Personalised DNA Nutrition - A fad or the future?Personalised nutrition is a controversial topic, but experts argue that the science is there! To coincide with DNA Day on 26th April, in today’s episode we’re talking to personalised nutrition expert Rachel Clarkson. We’ll discuss what personalised nutrition is, the evidence underpinning the concept and explore how personalised nutrition works in practice. Rachel is a Specialist Dietitian in the science of Nutrigenomics, best known as The DNA Dietitian. She is based at Harley Street London where her aim is to empower my patients to eat according to their genes, using my method The DNA Way. My research is pub...
2022-04-2842 min
Nualtra: Dietitian Cafe #RD2BDietitian Cafe #RD2B: Dietetic Apprenticeships with Fiona MoorFor this episode, Lucy is joined by registered dietitian Fiona Moor, who has been involved in the creation of the new dietetic apprenticeships at Coventry University. In this episode, Fiona will discuss what dietetic apprenticeships have to offer, what dietetic apprentices are doing day to day, and what the response has been so far to this new style of dietetic education.Show Notes:LinksApprenticeship standard - https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/dietitian-integrated-degree-v1-1Coventry University website - Coventry University www.coventry.ac.ukAdditional InformationContact: Fiona Moor (Senior lecturer and admissions tutor) ad5444@coventry.ac.uk Robert Davies (Interim course director...
2022-04-1432 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Dietitian Cafe: The Supermarket Nutritionist - Feeding the nation with Dr Emma WilliamsIn today’s episode, we’re diving into the world of supermarket nutrition. We’ll be exploring how nutritionists working in retail balance commercial goals with nutrition, discussing the impact they can have on public health and considering the role of retailers in changing the nation’s diet.Today we're delighted to be joined by Health Manager Dr Emma Williams to shine a spotlight on the role of a nutritionist within the supermarket setting. Emma is a Health Manager at Waitrose & Partners, where she has have worked for over 7 years. She studied at the University of Ulster in Coleraine Northern Ireland...
2022-04-0645 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Dietitian Cafe: Dietitians Abroad with Adele Hug & Peter CollinsDietitians are in demand across the world, making emigrating to another country an exciting option to be explored. With COVID travel restrictions lifting, dietitians may be thinking about their options of working in a different country. For today’s episode, we’ve brought together two leading UK trained dietitians to explain their journey of emigrating and working as dietitians in Australia. I’m delighted to be joined today by Adele Hug and Peter Collins to discuss the transition of UK to Oz. Adele is a UK trained Specialist Oncology Dietitian with a varied career across the NHS, charity, private and commun...
2022-03-3049 min
Nualtra: Dietitian Cafe #RD2BDietitian Cafe #RD2B: Career Opportunities in Public Health with Seona DunneIn this episode, we take a look at public health career opportunities, what those roles may look like, and how the work public health nutritionists do impacts our practice as students and dietitians. Seona will share her experience working in public health and education.Show Notes:Seona Twitter: @SeoDunneLinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/se%C3%B3na-dunne-rnutr-991b0841
2022-03-1736 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Big Dietetic Debate: IDDSI – What’s working & what more needs to be done? With Niamh CondonThe International Dysphagia Diet Standard Initiative (IDDSI) supply a framework that provides a common terminology to describe food textures and drink thicknesses for people with dysphagia. The IDDSI framework has been in place for three years and has helped dysphagia management considerably, but it has also brought several important questions to the surface. Niamh is a Dysphagia chef and set up Dining with Dignity in 2019 to provide catering and consultancy training in the healthcare sector. She has over 20 years of experience in the catering industry and has developed recipes and methods to suit dysphagia diets. She has also contributed to...
2022-03-0955 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Big Dietetic Debate: Are you too old to be a dietitian?Today, we're delighted to be joined by Sue Brierley-Hobson and Rachel Gibson to explore becoming a dietitian in later life. Sue is the Head of Dietetics in the Central area of Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) in North Wales, and the Professional Lead for Nutrition & Dietetics across North Wales. Rachel is a UK Registered Dietitian. She graduated with a BSc (Hons) in Nutrition and Dietetics from King’s College London in 2013 and completed her PhD in Nutritional Epidemiology at Imperial College London in 2017. In this episode we will be discussing the reasons why both Sue and Rachel switched from th...
2022-02-2350 min
Nualtra: Dietitian Cafe #RD2BDietitian Cafe #RD2B: Enteral Feeding: Separating fact from fictionFor this episode, I’m delighted to be joined by specialist home enteral feeding dietitian Emma Green. In this episode, Emma will share her experience working as a home enteral tube feeding dietitian. We will discuss the role of a dietitian in enteral feeding, the key factors to consider when devising a feeding regime, and Emma will share her top tips for managing enteral nutrition.Show Notes:Emma on Twitter: @emmmmagreenEmma on Instagram: @emmasfoodstories and @efsnutrition Emma’s Website: www.emmasfoodstories.com
2022-02-1738 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Dietitian Cafe: The evolution of nutritional care in cancer with Meredy BirdiTo coincide with World Cancer Day, we're delighted to be joined for today’s episode by Meredy Birdi to discuss the evolution of nutritional care in cancer. According to the NHS, ‘1 in 2 people will develop some form of cancer during their lifetime’, making this a particularly relevant topic. In this episode, we will discuss the value of being both a registered dietitian and a registered nutritional therapist in cancer care and the benefits of a more holistic approach to nutrition and wellbeing. We’ll also cover the importance of diet in the prevention of cancer and how cancer care has changed...
2022-02-0237 min
Nualtra: Dietitian Cafe #RD2BDietitian Cafe #RD2B: Top tips for preparing for placementFor this episode, I’m delighted to be joined by Registered Dietitian and placement trainer Sarah Pickup to discuss all things dietetic placement. In this episode, Sarah will share her experience working as a dietetic placement trainer. We will discuss what you can expect from placement, and how you can best prepare.Show Notes:Sarah Twitter: @SarahPickup10
2022-01-2642 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Dietitian Cafe: Weight stigma in dieteticsWeight stigma is becoming an increasing issue in society, and HCPs should not feel judged on their ability to do their job is based on their appearance. We have brought together a leading researcher on weight stigma amongst HCPs and a dietitian with lived experience of weight stigma amongst fellow dietitians to discuss the important topic of whether there’s a place for overweight dietitians in dietetics.We're delighted to be joined Anne Wright and Stuart Flint on today’s episode. Anne Wright is a Registered Dietitian with over 27 years of international experience. She has worked in a variety of clin...
2022-01-1957 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Dietitian Cafe: Debunking Fad Diets With Ian MarberIan Marber is one of the best-known and well-regarded nutrition therapists in the UK. He is a best-selling author, award-winning health writer and food expert, known for his practical and balanced approach. Ian founded the Food Doctor in 1999, and since selling the brand in 2012, he has consulted for brands such as Innocent, BOL, and the Soho House Group.He has published 12 nutrition books, most recently Manfood, especially for men. Ian also regularly appears as a nutrition expert on TV and radio programmes and had his own show on the Discovery Channel. Ian has worked with more than 12,000 private clients and...
2022-01-1254 min
Nualtra: Dietitian Cafe #RD2BDietitian Cafe #RD2B: Beyond your dissertation: A career in researchDecember is a crucial time for all students writing a dissertation, with ethical approval applications submitted and beginning to recruit for studies. It's also a time when students might be thinking about what the future holds for their career. In this episode, Lucy is joined by 2 dietitians, Natasha Schoeler and Jennifer Towey, who are both currently involved in dietetic research, specialising in ketogenic diets and liver transplantation respectively. We will discuss what the role of a research dietitian looks like, the importance of dietitians working in research, and how your dissertation can be the first step into this career path...
2021-12-2255 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Big Dietetic Debate: Is there a place for disability in dietetics?Harriet is joined by Bianca Tharme-Loose and Nicky Clark on today’s episode to discuss whether there’s a place for disability in dietetics. This coincides with International Day of Disabled Persons (3rd December) and it’s also a topic which Harriet is passionate about, as she lives with several disabilities including Ehler’s Danlos Syndrome, scoliosis and hearing loss. Bianca is a specialist gastroenterology dietitian and is currently the irritable bowel syndrome lead at the trust she works at. Bianca has been employed by the NHS for nearly five years and since receiving the shielding letter she has been working...
2021-12-0853 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Big Dietetic Debate: What is the role of nutrition in HIV care?In this episode, Harriet is joined by Luke White, a specialist HIV dietitian working at The Food Chain charity, and a membership officer for the Dietitians in HIV Care specialist BDA group. After previously working in microbiology, horticulture & construction, Luke retrained in dietetics as a mature student. Whilst studying he volunteered at The Food Chain, so when a job vacancy came up shortly after he graduated Luke jumped at the opportunity! The Food Chain is a charity designed to help people with HIV in London access the nutrition they need to live healthy and independent lives. They do this by...
2021-11-2948 min
Nualtra: Dietitian Cafe #RD2BDietitian Cafe #RD2B: Gaining skills and experience for your future career with Estelle KearneyWith November being national career development month, Lucy is joined by Registered Dietitian Estelle Kearney to discuss how student dietitians can develop skills and gain experience alongside their degree. Estelle is a registered dietitian specialising in gastroenterology, colorectal surgery, and critical care. Having graduated with a First-Class Honours degree in Dietetics from Queen Margaret University in Edinburgh, she now lives in Manchester and works full time in an acute hospital. Her current clinical role involves supporting patients with complex nutritional needs, including enteral and Parenteral nutrition. Estelle is an active member of the BDA and has engaged in many volunteering...
2021-11-2544 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Dietitian Cafe: Chef turned dietitian turned doctor with Dr Timothy EdenIn this episode we will be comparing the roles of dietitians and doctors and how the two can complement each other. Harriet is joined by Dr Timothy Eden, a qualified junior doctor, dietitian and chef. Tim’s interest in food is why he initially trained as a chef at Cordon Bleu Cookery, where his love for personalising menus and diet plans led him to pursue a career in dietetics, working in diabetes, ICU and renal roles. He then went on to study graduate medicine at Barts and the London medical school, and currently works as an NHS junior doctor. Alongside th...
2021-11-2445 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Big Dietetic Debate: Is diabetes remission realistic in clinical practice?In our last episode, we spoke to the authors of the recent landmark review paper exploring the dietary strategies for remission of type 2 diabetes. Today’s big dietetic debate forms part two, as we explore whether diabetes remission is realistic outside of research studies and how it can be achieved in clinical practice. For today’s episode, we're delighted to be joined by Alison Barnes and Will Hadfield. Alison Barnes is a diabetes specialist dietitian and lead research dietitian for Newcastle University’s diabetes remission studies, including the DiRECT trial. Alison has spoken about DiRECT and diabetes remission at numerous nation...
2021-11-111h 03
The Dietitian CafeThe Dietitian Cafe: Unpacking The Diabetes Remission PaperFollowing the recent publication of a landmark review paper exploring the dietary strategies for the remission of type 2 diabetes, we thought it would be great to get some of the researchers themselves together in the Dietitian Café to unpack the research. Harriet is joined by three of the authors of this paper, GP Dr David Unwin and Registered Dietitians Dr Duane Mellor and Dr Adrian Brown.Dr David Unwin is a fellow of the Royal College of General Practitioners. He works at Norwood NHS Surgery in Southport where he has cared for the same population since 1986. To date, 105/206 of his p...
2021-11-091h 01
The Dietitian CafeThe Dietitian Cafe: Is nutrition really that important in the menopause?To mark World Menopause Day, in this interview we’ll be looking at whether nutrition really is that important in the menopause.We're delighted to be joined by specialist menopause dietitian Nigel Denby. Nigel is an award-winning dietitian, with special clinical interests in menopause and women's hormonal health, lifelong weight management, irritable bowel syndrome, pre-menstrual syndrome, polycystic ovary syndrome and cholesterol management. He has 20 years’ experience helping people to eat better, feel better and change their lives through practical and realistic advice. Nigel's professional ethos is simple: No gimmicks, no diet fads and no quick fixes. Just good, evidence based nutr...
2021-10-2045 min
Nualtra: Dietitian Cafe #RD2BDietitian Cafe #RD2B: A spotlight on: Malnutrition and community dietetics with Catherine RabessTo celebrate Malnutrition Awareness Week, Lucy is joined by Registered Dietitian Catherine Rabess to discuss the role of a community dietitian in addressing malnutrition.Catherine Rabess is an experienced Registered Dietitian specialising in gastroenterology and complex nutrition support, with a focus on functional gut disorders including IBS, gastroparesis, colorectal surgery and Inflammatory Bowel Disease. Catherine’s expertise also covers undernutrition and enteral nutrition in the areas of bowel disease, neurological disabilities and conditions. Catherine works in the NHS as a Clinical Lead for a community Nutrition and Dietetic service and also in private practice providing one to one consultations. Driven by...
2021-10-1832 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Big Dietetic Debate: Do we need dietitians on the frontline?To celebrate Allied Health Professionals Day, in this big dietetic debate, we’ll be discussing the role of dietitians in primary care. Harriet is joined by two registered dietitians Rebecca Gasche and Lisa Ledger. Rebecca has been working as an NHS dietitian for 8 years, with her specialist area being gastroenterology. More recently, she has started to incorporate her skills in Primary Care and is working towards becoming a first contact practitioner. Her role is currently split between leading on the gastroenterology/surgical services at the Countess of Chester Hospital and working in Chester South Primary Care Network, seeing patients in GP...
2021-10-1335 min
Nualtra: Dietitian Cafe #RD2BDietitian Cafe #RD2B: What does the future hold for dietetic education? With Dr Tom ButlerIn this episode, Lucy is joined by Dr Tom Butler. Tom is a senior lecturer in Nutrition and Health at Edge Hill University. He leads the MSc Public Health Nutrition programme and was previously the programme lead for the BSc Nutrition and Dietetics course at the University of Chester. Tom is the scientific officer for the British Association for Cardiovascular Prevention and Rehabilitation (BACPR) and lead for the Diet Working Group as part of the BACPR. He is also a committee member for the British Dietetic Association Public Health Nutrition specialist group and taskforce member for the European Society of...
2021-09-2942 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Big Dietetic Debate: Are social prescribers a good use of NHS resource?In this Big Dietetic Debate, Harriet is joined by NHS Social Prescriber Isis Ventura-Bermell, who currently works for Castleman Healthcare. She has a BA (Honours) in Philosophy & Psychological Studies as well as previous experience working for the not for profit mental health organisation: Dorset mind and other customer-facing roles in the health and wellbeing industry. Outside of work, Isus is also a qualified yoga teacher. In this episode, we’ll be exploring what social prescribing is and who it’s for. We’ll chat to Isis about the role of the social prescriber, what a typical day looks like and how a...
2021-09-2232 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Dietitian Cafe S2E15: The Prison Dietitian (Fran Allsop)In this episode, Harriet is joined by registered dietitian Fran Allsop. Fran is a Specialist dietitian who qualified in 2019. She is experienced in surgery, critical care and nutritional management of hospital inpatients. Since January 2021, she’s taken on the challenge of developing a dietetic service within the largest male prison in the UK, HMP Berwyn in North Wales. She now independently runs her own dietetic clinic within the prison, providing nutritional input and education for men from all backgrounds with a huge range of complex needs.Fran Instagram: @theprisondietitianFran Twitter: @FranWaldock
2021-09-0839 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Dietitian Cafe S2E14: Harnessing Dietitian's Skillsets in HCP Marketing With Corrine ToynIn this episode, Harriet is joined by Corrine Toyn to discuss her journey in branching out from clinical dietetics to the food industry. Corrine explains why a dietitian’s unique skill set is an asset to any food establishment, with a focus on HCP marketing. Corrine Toyn is the Healthcare Professions Relations Manager for Benecol in which she oversees the healthcare professional marketing activities for the UK. Corrine utilises the science of plant stanols to help healthcare professionals support their patients with elevated cholesterol. Corrine is a Registered Dietitian and has over 3 years of experience working in the food industry. Fo...
2021-08-2535 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Big Dietetic Debate: Does one size fit all? The non-diet approachIn this episode, Harriet is joined by registered dietitians Isabella (better known as Isa) Robinson and Katherine Kimber, both of whom are specialists in intuitive eating. We explore the evidence behind intuitive eating, if weight loss can go together with intuitive eating and where to go to learn more about this topic. I hope you find this a really interesting episode and discussion.Isa Robinson is registered associate nutritionist, Nutritional Therapist and certified Intuitive eating counsellor. Isa completed her undergraduate degree at The University of Edinburgh and went onto do her masters in eating disorders and Clinical Nutrition at University...
2021-08-0558 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Dietitian Cafe S2E13: The Role Of A Dietitian In The Charitable Sector With Victoria TaylorIn this episode, we will be discussing the ‘Role of a dietitian in the charitable sector’. To tie in with the British Heart Foundation’s (BHF) 60th birthday, we're delighted to be joined by registered dietitian Victoria Taylor. Victoria is a registered dietitian with over 20 years of experience working in health and charity sectors. She has a master’s degree in food policy and PGCert in Sports Nutrition. Before joining the BHF, she worked for the NHS, first in a hospital and then in public health where her work included advising on school meals, community food projects and weight management programm...
2021-07-2849 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Big Dietetic Debate: Should dietitians start thinking bigger? With Libby RothschildIn this big dietetic debate, we will be focusing on ‘Growing your Online Presence as a Healthcare Professional’ and discussing whether dietitians should start thinking bigger than just clinical practice. Harriet is joined by registered dietitian and founder of Dietitian Boss ™, Libby Rothschild. As a social media marketing expert, Libby's work shows dietitians from around the world how to go from zero to creating a six figure virtual practice using social media strategies that work. As a former clinical dietitian, Libby understands the pains associated with working a 9-5 with limited pay and respect. She transformed from making 55k a year i...
2021-07-0758 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Dietitian Cafe S2E12: Working In The Food IndustryIn this episode Harriet is joined by registered dietitians Emily Stuart and Declan Henderson. Both Declan and Emily work for Apetito, a company that manufactures and provides meals for a range of organisations including hospitals, care homes, schools and nurseries. Apetito also own popular meal delivery service, Wiltshire farm foods.Emily graduated as a dietitian back in 2013 and has since enjoyed several years in clinical practice, in a number of specialties; later moving into industry as Company Dietitian for Apetito and Wiltshire Farm Foods. Emily is involved in a lot of training, where she provides teaching for university students, internal...
2021-06-1748 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Big Dietetic Debate: Where are all the men in dietetics? With Dr Adrian Brown and Owen MarplesIn this big dietetic debate, we discuss the topic of ‘Where are all the men in dietetics?’. Harriet is joined by registered dietitians Dr Adrian Brown and Owen Marples. Adrian works as a Senior Specialist Weight Management Dietitian. He is also a Research Fellow and lecturer at University College London, with his research interests centring around obesity, type 2 diabetes, bariatric surgery, weight stigma and the use of low energy diets in different patient populations. Owen has worked in a variety of NHS roles including diabetes specialist dietitian, public health coordinator and quality support manager, and he is now a Clinical Lead...
2021-06-101h 01
The Dietitian CafeThe Big Dietetic Debate: Plant-based Diets with Harpreet Sohal & Kate RobertsIn this big dietetic debate, we will be discussing the topic of how to have a healthy plant-based diet from a paediatric and adult dietetic perspective. In this episode Harriet is joined by registered dietitians Harpreet Sohal and Kate Roberts; both are plant-based eaters themselves and advocates of the evidence-based approaches for achieving a nutritionally balanced plant-based diet. Harpreet works as an acute dietitian and loves to share myth-busting information and experiment with vegetarian and vegan recipes. Kate is a paediatric dietitian and fellow podcaster who has specialised in plant-based eating.Introducing Our Guests:Kate Roberts MSc RD@vegan_kids...
2021-05-2633 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Dietitian Cafe S2E11: Mental HealthIn this episode focusing on mental health within Dietetics and the workplace, Harriet speaks with three Dietitians who share their experiences and expertise in this area.Dorothy Balhatchet, Registered DietitianDorothy is a Registered Dietitian with experience in acute, community, public health, research and education. For the past six years she has worked as a lecturer, placement tutor and course leader for a dietetics programme with a particular focus on supporting learners with disabilities and a core interest in widening participation.Twitter: @Dotti_RDKeren Chapman, Specialist Mental Health Dietitian and Personal TrainerKeren is a Specialist Mental Health Dietitian and Personal Trainer...
2021-05-121h 19
The Dietitian CafeThe Big Dietetic Debate: Diversifying Dietetics (Part 2) with Tai IbitoyeThis is part II of our Big Dietetic Debate on the topic of diversity in dietetics. In this episode, Harriet is joined by Registered Dietitian Tai Ibitoye. Tai Ibitoye is a Registered Dietitian and a Doctoral Researcher in Food & Nutritional Sciences. She is currently doing research focusing on appetite and dietary intake in older adults. She also has a keen interest in women’s health and the nutritional status of minority ethnic groups, specifically Black African and Caribbean individuals. In Part I, we discussed why the lack of diversity in dietetics is an issue and the extent of the problem. In...
2021-04-2747 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Big Dietetic Debate: Maternal Health with Pam Finlay & Ro HuntrissFor this month’s big dietetic debate, we talk to Specialist Fertility Dietitian Ro Huntriss and Maternal Dietitian and Dietetic Clinical Lead at MoreLife UK Pam Finlay to explore the role of nutrition and dietetics in fetal and maternal health. Pam Finlay is the Dietetic Clinical Lead at MoreLife (UK) Ltd. Pam has a wealth of dietetic experience with specific expertise in weight management, mental health, diabetes and maternal health.Ro Huntriss is a Consultant Dietitian who specialises in Fertility Nutrition. She is a founding committee member of the BDA Maternal and Fertility Nutrition Specialist Group, and is the creator of...
2021-04-1444 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Big Dietetic Debate: Diversifying Dietetics (Part 1) with Anjanee Kohli & Jasmine CarbonAnjanee Kohli currently works for the NHS in a community paediatric setting, seeing children for various clinical needs including enteral feed management, autism, faltering growth, allergies and developmental delays. The location where she works is very culturally diverse, so she is also working on an Ethnic Diet tutorial for both staff and students which teaches about the influence of culture and religion on diets and why this is important to know when working with patients. She is passionate about disseminating nutritional information to diverse populations who it may not otherwise reach. This includes volunteering in settings such as temples, using...
2021-04-0736 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Dietitian Cafe S2E10: Clare LewisClare Lewis trained at the University of Surrey and has been working as a dietitian in gastroenterology and nutrition support for the past 20 years. Clare heads up the Dietetic department at Salisbury District Hospital in conjunction with her role as an Advanced Dietetic Practitioner. She also runs a private practice, with clinics at home and at New Hall Hospital.How to connect with Clare:@ClareLewisRD (Twitter only)clare.lewis7@nhs.net
2021-03-2526 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Dietitian Cafe S2E9: Molly McEntee-MorrisIn this episode, Harriet is joined by the BDA Student Rep Molly McEntee-Morris. Molly is in her final year studying Nutrition and Dietetics at the University of Chester and is the current British Dietetic Association Student Representative. This is the first time we’ve had a student on the Dietitian Cafe Podcast, and there’s never been a more appropriate time than now. We know that many of our listeners are students and your studies have been hugely affected by COVID. So we asked Molly to speak to her fellow student body to share the realities of being a student duri...
2021-03-0935 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Big Dietetic Debate: Eating Disorders with Roslyn Gray & Sarah ElderTo coincide with Eating Disorders Week, in this episode, we talk to two eating disorder specialist dietitians Roslyn Gray and Sarah Elder. We explore why we have seen such an increase in the prevalence of eating disorders during the COVID-19 pandemic and discuss their recommendations to help manage this. We hope you enjoy this episode! Introducing Our Guests:Roslyn Gray (@graynutritionrd) is a Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services specialist eating disorder dietitian working in an adolescent inpatient ward alongside her freelance work.Sarah Elder (@saraheldernutrition) is a Registered Dietitian and also works with people with Eating Disorders. Sarah works...
2021-03-0359 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Dietitian Cafe S2E8: Dr Kathryn O’SullivanDr Kathryn O’Sullivan holds a B.Sc. in Human Nutrition and a Ph.D. in clinical medicine from Trinity College Dublin, and has over 25 years of experience working in the food industry and academia.With 10 years international experience working for the Kellogg Company throughout Europe and the Middle East markets, Kathryn now works as an independent nutrition consultant providing expertise in nutrition science, marketing, communications and regulatory affairs to international food companies.She occasionally lectures at universities and health conferences and has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals, healthcare and consumer press. Kathryn has a special interest in EFSA Nutrition an...
2021-02-1730 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Dietitian Cafe S2E7: Dietetics in Forensic Secure Services with Sophie Farrer & Dale CrookesIn this episode, Harriet is joined by a nutrition and dietetic duo who both work within the Secure Inpatients Services at Roseberry Park Hospital in Middlesbrough in the North East of England. This is part of the Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust.They reached out to the dietitian cafe podcast as they wanted to come and express the benefits that a Registered Associate Nutritionist and a Registered Dietitian can bring to a secure in-patient setting, as well as reducing stigma about working in this area. We hope you enjoy this episode!Introducing our Guests:Sophie Farrer is...
2021-02-0349 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Dietitian Cafe S2E6: Nichola Ludlam-RaineNichola Ludlam-Raine is a Registered Dietitian with over 10 years of clinical experience working for the NHS as well as privately. She specialises in the area of weight management, diabetes, bariatric surgery and maternity obesity. Nichola is a media-friendly dietitian, regularly featuring on TV and in the media - she is often spotted on the BBC Breakfast sofa. Online, Nichola is a well-known nutrition, health and fitness influencer as well as an award-winning food blogger mummy blogger, posting a variety of health and lifestyle content to over 100,000 followers across her social media platforms. Nichola is a regular speaker at events, has...
2021-01-0638 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Dietitian Cafe S2E5: Maeve Hanan (Dietetically Speaking)Maeve Hanan is a Consultant Dietitian who has a range of experience in clinical nutrition and nutrition communication. She is passionate about communicating evidence-based nutrition messages which promote overall health; including a healthy relationship with food. Maeve is the founder of Dietetically Speaking Ltd, which promotes evidence-based nutrition messages online and on social media. She currently works with private clients, companies, brands and the media and also provides lectures on nutrition-related topics. Maeve recently released her first book “Your No-Nonsense Guide to Eating Well” which is available on Amazon and in a variety of ebook formats. Another recent venture is Nutr...
2020-12-0941 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Dietitian Cafe S2 E4: Championing Dietitians During LockdownFollowing episode 3 featuring Andy Burman and Caroline Bovey of the BDA, this part 2 episode is in response to the recent Daily Mail article which branded Registered Dietitians amongst other Healthcare Professionals as non-essential and opportunistic.In this episode, Harriet chats to 7 different Dietitians working in different clinical roles in the UK. They tell us about the work they've been involved in during the pandemic as well as their reactions to the Daily Mail article.A huge shout-out to the Dietitians who feature on this episode who give us an insight into the realities and importance of their roles and so...
2020-12-041h 00
The Dietitian CafeThe Dietitian Cafe S2E4: Championing Dietitians During LockdownFollowing episode 3 featuring Andy Burman and Caroline Bovey of the BDA, this part 2 episode is in response to the recent Daily Mail article which branded Registered Dietitians amongst other Healthcare Professionals as non-essential and opportunistic.
In this episode, Harriet chats to 6 different Dietitians working in different clinical roles in the UK. They tell us about the work they've been involved in during the pandemic as well as their reactions to the Daily Mail article.
A huge shout-out to the Dietitians who feature on this episode who give us an insight into the realities and importance of their roles and so...
2020-12-0254 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Dietitian Cafe S2E3: Andy Burman & Caroline Bovey (BDA)This is a special episode of The Dietitian Cafe, inspired by a recent article in the Daily Mail, which branded dietitians (amongst other health care professions) as “opportunistic” and “non-essential”. The British Dietetic Association (BDA) hit back at the article, stating that they “categorically reject these assertions and call on the Mail to retract their ‘story’ until they better understand the vital work of dietitians in the pandemic as well as across health care.” Here at The Dietitian Cafe, we have been overwhelmed by the response from fellow dietitians who are keen to speak up on our podcast to champion the important wo...
2020-11-2326 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Dietitian Cafe S2E2: Culinary Medicine UKIn this episode, Harriet meets Dr Abhi Bhansali and Registered Dietitian Elaine Macaninch from Culinary Medicine UK (www.culinarymedicineuk.org). We learn about the importance of nutrition education for Doctors and what this means for Dietitians.About our guests:Elaine currently works for Brighton and Sussex Medical School helping to integrate nutrition into the curriculum. She maintains a clinical role as a Registered Dietitian, specialising in diabetes in pregnancy and is co-founder of the Education and Research in Medical Nutrition Network. In addition, she is an executive member of NNedPr Global Centre for Nutrition and is also the nutrition lead...
2020-11-1057 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Dietitian Cafe S2E1: Sam HowardIn the opening episode of season 2, Harriet meets Sam Howard - an expert in the behaviour change approach.Sam has a great variety of clinical dietetic experience and we hear how she began working in the area of behaviour change in addition to learning more about patient-centred communication and care.Sam is a HCPC Registered Dietitian, Full Member of the British Dietetic Association and Director of Sunlight Nutrition Limited and Behaviour Change Training. FREE WEBINARSApplying a Behavioural Approach to a Virtual WorldThis can be accessed here: https://youtu.be/ZzPyqHrfAj8APPLYING A BEHAVIOURAL APPROACH TO A VIRTUAL WORLD – PART 2 THE MI...
2020-10-1243 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Dietitian Cafe S1E8: Louise SymingtonIn the season 1 finale of The Dietitian Cafe, Harriet is joined by Louise Symington.Louise is a Registered Dietitian with a Masters in Food Sustainability. Louise's earlier career was spent in clinical and public health nutrition. Since completing her Masters in 2010 she has worked for charities such as The National Trust and Sustain, guiding and developing sustainable food policies and initiatives. Louise has been a guest lecturer at London Metropolitan University and was on the advisory panel for DEFRA’s Green Food Project. Louise now works freelance providing nutritional advice to individuals and food companies. At the moment she is le...
2020-09-0741 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Dietitian Cafe: S1E7: Rosie LongHarriet is joined by Rosie Long a Freelance Nutrition & PR Consultant.Rosie has worked in a number of nutrition and communications roles in the food industry and discusses PR, health claims and offers advice to any dietitians looking to work in the food industry.
2020-08-1851 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Dietitian Cafe: S1E6: Orla WalshOrla Walsh joins us (remotely!) at The Dietitian Cafe, to discuss her career to date. Specialising in fertility, Oral has helped numerous couples achieve their dreams of parenthood, and shares her stories with Harriet Smith.
2020-07-0641 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Dietitian Cafe: S1E5: COVID-19 Special: Aaron BoysenAaron is a NHS dietitian at Bradford Teaching Hospital in the North of England. He has been qualified for almost a year and is currently working to provide nutrition support to patients with COVID-19. Aaron joined us at The Dietitian Cafe at the weekend to discuss his experiences on the Intensive Care Units in a harrowing interview, exploring the challenges the team face, and the vital care of key workers. He also shares his coping strategies in such an emotional environment. In Aaron's free time he produces his own podcast called Dietetics Digest Podcast and interviews dietitians from other specialties.
2020-04-2241 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Dietitian Cafe: S1E4: Bahee Van De BorBahee shares her career history in this week's The Dietitian Cafe; from her upbringing in Sri Lanka, her education in New Zealand, her move to the UK and her role at Great Ormond Street Hospital where she developed nutrition guidelines. Specialising in ketogenic diets, Bahee emphasises the importance of research centres in hospital centres.
2020-04-0644 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Dietitian Cafe: S1E3: Alex BallardNHS Community Dietitian, Alex Ballard, shares her journey to becoming a Registered Dietitian - from her initial interest in sports and nutrition whilst at school, through to university placements and her first NHS posting. She explores with us the rewards of working in the community - and how she and the team safeguard each other.
2020-03-2352 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Dietitian Cafe: S1E2: Sophie MedlinSophie Medlin joins us in The Dietitian Cafe - Sophie is a well-recognised consultant dietitian in London with expertise in gastrointestinal and colorectal health. Sophie is a go-to spokesperson for media when it comes to evidence-based nutrition, regularly featuring in print, broadcast and social media, and shares her thought with us on the responsibilities of healthcare professionals in the media.
2020-03-0949 min
The Dietitian CafeThe Dietitian Cafe: S1E1: Brian PowerOur first guest is Brian Power RD (@brianpowerRD), who discusses his research and academic career to date, including how he has developed a behaviour change programme, and why he encourages eating well at work. He also explores the politics of dietetics, how best to secure funding for research, and how to accessing research papers.
2020-02-1453 min