The Nutrition Couch

Susie Burrell & Leanne Ward

Unlock your best health in just 30 minutes a week. Join the thousands of listeners who’ve transformed their lives with The Nutrition Couch, Australia’s top-ranked nutrition podcast. Each Wednesday at 6am AEST, dietitians Leanne Ward and Susie Burrell deliver powerful, bite-sized advice that’s easy to implement and designed to make healthy living simple and enjoyable.

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352 episodes
Updated July 28

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Oct 11, 2022 · 15 min
TNC Review: Sliced Cheeses
For this week's TNC Review: Susie and Leanne road test different sliced cheeses available in your supermarket. So sit back, relax and enjoy and tune in on Sunday for our next episode of The Nutrition Couch. Don't Miss an Episode Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode and follow us on social media @the_nutrition_couch_podcast to ask us questions & see our food product reviews. It would mean the world to us if you could leave us a 5 star review in the purple Apple podcast app (scroll to the bottom of the app to find the ratings and reviews) as this really helps push up higher in the charts to expose our podcast to more ears. Please follow Susie on her Instagram & Facebook and Leanne on her Instagram, TikTok and the Leanne Ward Nutrition Podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 8, 2022 · 32 min
Preventing Weight Regain Following Weight Loss, Should You See a "Functional Nutritionist" and Breaking the Habit of Eating Off Kids' Plates.
From Leanne and Susie on The Nutrition Couch this episode: We give you our top tips to prevent weight regain after you have lost weight; We critique the concept of "functional nutrition" and reveal the important difference between accredited practicing dietitians and "functional nutritionists"; We reveal our strategies to prevent calorie creep from eating off your kids' plates. So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s episode! Tune in on Wednesday for our next episode road-testing 2 common supermarket products. Don't Miss an Episode Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode and follow us on social media @the_nutrition_couch_podcast to ask us questions & see our food product reviews. It would mean the world to us if you could leave us a 5 star review in the purple Apple podcast app (scroll to the bottom of the app to find the ratings and reviews) as this really helps push up higher in the charts to expose our podcast to more ears. Please follow Susie on her Instagram & Facebook and Leanne on her Instagram, TikTok and the Leanne Ward Nutrition Podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 4, 2022 · 23 min
TNC Review: Ice Creams
For this week's TNC Review: Susie and Leanne road test different ice creams available in your supermarket. So sit back, relax and enjoy and tune in on Sunday for our next episode of The Nutrition Couch. Don't Miss an Episode Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode and follow us on social media @the_nutrition_couch_podcast to ask us questions & see our food product reviews. It would mean the world to us if you could leave us a 5 star review in the purple Apple podcast app (scroll to the bottom of the app to find the ratings and reviews) as this really helps push up higher in the charts to expose our podcast to more ears. Please follow Susie on her Instagram & Facebook and Leanne on her Instagram, TikTok and the Leanne Ward Nutrition Podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 1, 2022 · 29 min
The Best and Worst Options for Your Café Breakfast/Brunch, Do Diet Pills Actually Work and What is the Healthiest Type of Noodle?
From Leanne and Susie on The Nutrition Couch this episode: We review the best and worst options available for you when you indulge in a café breakfast or brunch; We examine whether diet pills actually work, is there any evidence behind them and are they safe; We look at noodles; what is the healthiest type? So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s episode! Tune in on Wednesday for our next episode road-testing 2 common supermarket products. Don't Miss an Episode Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode and follow us on social media @the_nutrition_couch_podcast to ask us questions & see our food product reviews. It would mean the world to us if you could leave us a 5 star review in the purple Apple podcast app (scroll to the bottom of the app to find the ratings and reviews) as this really helps push up higher in the charts to expose our podcast to more ears. Please follow Susie on her Instagram & Facebook and Leanne on her Instagram, TikTok and the Leanne Ward Nutrition Podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 27, 2022 · 21 min
TNC Review: Wraps
For this week's TNC Review: Susie and Leanne road test different wraps available in your supermarket. So sit back, relax and enjoy and tune in on Sunday for our next episode of The Nutrition Couch. Don't Miss an Episode Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode and follow us on social media @the_nutrition_couch_podcast to ask us questions & see our food product reviews. It would mean the world to us if you could leave us a 5 star review in the purple Apple podcast app (scroll to the bottom of the app to find the ratings and reviews) as this really helps push up higher in the charts to expose our podcast to more ears. Please follow Susie on her Instagram & Facebook and Leanne on her Instagram, TikTok and the Leanne Ward Nutrition Podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 24, 2022 · 36 min
Eating for Peri-Menopause, Combating Diet Resentment and How to Get Enough Iron in Your Diet
From Leanne and Susie on The Nutrition Couch this episode: We talk peri-menopause and the key dietary changes that can allow you to control your hormones rather than them controlling you; We discuss diet resentment and how it can hold you back from reaching your diet and nutrition goals; We examine how to ensure you are getting enough iron in your diet, particularly if you're plant based. So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s episode! Tune in on Wednesday for our next episode road-testing 2 common supermarket products. Don't Miss an Episode Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode and follow us on social media @the_nutrition_couch_podcast to ask us questions & see our food product reviews. It would mean the world to us if you could leave us a 5 star review in the purple Apple podcast app (scroll to the bottom of the app to find the ratings and reviews) as this really helps push up higher in the charts to expose our podcast to more ears. Please follow Susie on her Instagram & Facebook and Leanne on her Instagram, TikTok and the Leanne Ward Nutrition Podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 20, 2022 · 14 min
TNC Review: Low/No Sugar Soft Drinks
For this week's TNC Review: Susie and Leanne road test different low/no sugar soft drinks available in your supermarket. So sit back, relax and enjoy and tune in on Sunday for our next episode of The Nutrition Couch. Don't Miss an Episode Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode and follow us on social media @the_nutrition_couch_podcast to ask us questions & see our food product reviews. It would mean the world to us if you could leave us a 5 star review in the purple Apple podcast app (scroll to the bottom of the app to find the ratings and reviews) as this really helps push up higher in the charts to expose our podcast to more ears. Please follow Susie on her Instagram & Facebook and Leanne on her Instagram, TikTok and the Leanne Ward Nutrition Podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 17, 2022 · 32 min
The Surprising Effect of Cheat Meals, The Link Between Workplace Eating Behaviour and Mental Health and Is Tea Healthy and How Much is Too Much?
From Leanne and Susie on The Nutrition Couch this episode: We reveal the surprising effect the occasional cheat meal may have on your weight loss journey; We discuss the link between workplace eating behaviour and your mental health; We examine whether tea is healthy and reveal how much tea is too much. So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s episode! Tune in on Wednesday for our next episode road-testing 2 common supermarket products. Don't Miss an Episode Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode and follow us on social media @the_nutrition_couch_podcast to ask us questions & see our food product reviews. It would mean the world to us if you could leave us a 5 star review in the purple Apple podcast app (scroll to the bottom of the app to find the ratings and reviews) as this really helps push up higher in the charts to expose our podcast to more ears. Please follow Susie on her Instagram & Facebook and Leanne on her Instagram, TikTok and the Leanne Ward Nutrition Podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 13, 2022 · 19 min
TNC Review: Shake Pancake Mixes
For this week's TNC Review: Susie and Leanne road test different shake pancake mixes available in your supermarket. So sit back, relax and enjoy and tune in on Sunday for our next episode of The Nutrition Couch. Don't Miss an Episode Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode and follow us on social media @the_nutrition_couch_podcast to ask us questions & see our food product reviews. It would mean the world to us if you could leave us a 5 star review in the purple Apple podcast app (scroll to the bottom of the app to find the ratings and reviews) as this really helps push up higher in the charts to expose our podcast to more ears. Please follow Susie on her Instagram & Facebook and Leanne on her Instagram, TikTok and the Leanne Ward Nutrition Podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 10, 2022 · 36 min
The Evidence-Based Way to Combat Fussy Eating at Meal Time. How Sitting and A Sedentary Lifestyle Impacts Your Health and How Many Snacks Should You Be Eating?
From Leanne and Susie on The Nutrition Couch this episode: We reveal the evidence-based way to combat fussy eaters at meal time; We discuss how sitting more and more, and slipping into a more sedentary lifestyle, impacts your health; We examine how many snacks you should be having during the day. So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s episode! Tune in on Wednesday for our next episode road-testing 2 common supermarket products. Don't Miss an Episode Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode and follow us on social media @the_nutrition_couch_podcast to ask us questions & see our food product reviews. It would mean the world to us if you could leave us a 5 star review in the purple Apple podcast app (scroll to the bottom of the app to find the ratings and reviews) as this really helps push up higher in the charts to expose our podcast to more ears. Please follow Susie on her Instagram & Facebook and Leanne on her Instagram, TikTok and the Leanne Ward Nutrition Podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 6, 2022 · 19 min
TNC Review: Seeded Crackers
For this week's TNC Review: Susie and Leanne road test different seeded crackers available in your supermarket. So sit back, relax and enjoy and tune in on Sunday for our next episode of The Nutrition Couch. Don't Miss an Episode Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode and follow us on social media @the_nutrition_couch_podcast to ask us questions & see our food product reviews. It would mean the world to us if you could leave us a 5 star review in the purple Apple podcast app (scroll to the bottom of the app to find the ratings and reviews) as this really helps push up higher in the charts to expose our podcast to more ears. Please follow Susie on her Instagram & Facebook and Leanne on her Instagram, TikTok and the Leanne Ward Nutrition Podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 3, 2022 · 32 min
The Secret to Keeping Weight Off After You Lose It. Can Diet Soft Drink Form Part of a Healthy Diet? Is Pilates Enough Exercise For Fat Loss?
From Leanne and Susie on The Nutrition Couch this episode: We reveal the secret to keeping weight off after you lose it. We discuss whether diet soft drink form part of a healthy diet. We review whether you can get away with pilates alone for fat loss. So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s episode! Tune in on Wednesday for our next episode road-testing 2 common supermarket products. Don't Miss an Episode Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode and follow us on social media @the_nutrition_couch_podcast to ask us questions & see our food product reviews. It would mean the world to us if you could leave us a 5 star review in the purple Apple podcast app (scroll to the bottom of the app to find the ratings and reviews) as this really helps push up higher in the charts to expose our podcast to more ears. Please follow Susie on her Instagram & Facebook and Leanne on her Instagram, TikTok and the Leanne Ward Nutrition Podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 30, 2022 · 20 min
TNC Review: Chocolate Desserts
For this week's TNC Review: Susie and Leanne road test different chocolate desserts available in your supermarket. So sit back, relax and enjoy and tune in on Sunday for our next episode of The Nutrition Couch. Don't Miss an Episode Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode and follow us on social media @the_nutrition_couch_podcast to ask us questions & see our food product reviews. It would mean the world to us if you could leave us a 5 star review in the purple Apple podcast app (scroll to the bottom of the app to find the ratings and reviews) as this really helps push up higher in the charts to expose our podcast to more ears. Please follow Susie on her Instagram & Facebook and Leanne on her Instagram, TikTok and the Leanne Ward Nutrition Podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 27, 2022 · 29 min
Is Your Diet Doing You More Harm than Good? The No. 1 Nutrient Deficiency in Aussie Women, And The Best And Worst Food Court Options!
From Leanne and Susie on The Nutrition Couch this episode: We reveal the tell tale signs that your diet is doing you more harm than good. We discuss the No. 1 nutrient deficiency in Aussie women. We give you the best and worst options available at the food court. So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s episode! Tune in on Wednesday for our next episode road-testing 2 common supermarket products. Don't Miss an Episode Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode and follow us on social media @the_nutrition_couch_podcast to ask us questions & see our food product reviews. It would mean the world to us if you could leave us a 5 star review in the purple Apple podcast app (scroll to the bottom of the app to find the ratings and reviews) as this really helps push up higher in the charts to expose our podcast to more ears. Please follow Susie on her Instagram & Facebook and Leanne on her Instagram, TikTok and the Leanne Ward Nutrition Podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 23, 2022 · 24 min
TNC Review: Pre-made Lasagnes
For this week's TNC Review: Susie and Leanne road test different pre-made lasagnes available in your supermarket. So sit back, relax and enjoy and tune in on Sunday for our next episode of The Nutrition Couch. Don't Miss an Episode Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode and follow us on social media @the_nutrition_couch_podcast to ask us questions & see our food product reviews. It would mean the world to us if you could leave us a 5 star review in the purple Apple podcast app (scroll to the bottom of the app to find the ratings and reviews) as this really helps push up higher in the charts to expose our podcast to more ears. Please follow Susie on her Instagram & Facebook and Leanne on her Instagram, TikTok and the Leanne Ward Nutrition Podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 20, 2022 · 34 min
Head Hunger Vs. True Physical Hunger. Nutrition For Hypothyroidism (Under-active Thyroids). Achieving the Right Fat Balance for Your Meals.
From Leanne and Susie on The Nutrition Couch this episode: We teach you the difference between head hunger vs. true physical hunger. We talk nutrition for hypothyroidism (under-active thyroids). We analyse what is the right fat balance for your meals. So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s episode! Tune in on Wednesday for our next episode road-testing 2 common supermarket products. Don't Miss an Episode Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode and follow us on social media @the_nutrition_couch_podcast to ask us questions & see our food product reviews. It would mean the world to us if you could leave us a 5 star review in the purple Apple podcast app (scroll to the bottom of the app to find the ratings and reviews) as this really helps push up higher in the charts to expose our podcast to more ears. Please follow Susie on her Instagram & Facebook and Leanne on her Instagram, TikTok and the Leanne Ward Nutrition Podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 16, 2022 · 14 min
TNC Review: Protein/Energy Balls
For this week's TNC Review: Susie and Leanne road test different protein balls (or, more accurately, energy balls) available in your supermarket. So sit back, relax and enjoy and tune in on Sunday for our next episode of The Nutrition Couch. Don't Miss an Episode Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode and follow us on social media @the_nutrition_couch_podcast to ask us questions & see our food product reviews. It would mean the world to us if you could leave us a 5 star review in the purple Apple podcast app (scroll to the bottom of the app to find the ratings and reviews) as this really helps push up higher in the charts to expose our podcast to more ears. Please follow Susie on her Instagram & Facebook and Leanne on her Instagram, TikTok and the Leanne Ward Nutrition Podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 13, 2022 · 32 min
Why Planning is the Key to Dietary Success. The Benefits of Packing an Adult Lunch Box and the Ideal Carbohydrate Distribution for Fat Loss
From Leanne and Susie on The Nutrition Couch this episode: We share our thoughts on the power of planning as the key to dietary success, and teach you some practical strategies that will help to keep you on track no matter where you are eating and who you are with. We discuss the benefits of packing an adult lunch box as a way to avoid the lure of the food court. We analyse what is the ideal carbohydrate distribution for fat loss. So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s episode! Tune in on Wednesday for our next episode road-testing 2 common supermarket products. Don't Miss an Episode Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode and follow us on social media @the_nutrition_couch_podcast to ask us questions & see our food product reviews. It would mean the world to us if you could leave us a 5 star review in the purple Apple podcast app (scroll to the bottom of the app to find the ratings and reviews) as this really helps push up higher in the charts to expose our podcast to more ears. Please follow Susie on her Instagram & Facebook and Leanne on her Instagram, TikTok and the Leanne Ward Nutrition Podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 9, 2022 · 22 min
TNC Review: Sachet Hot Chocolates
For this week's TNC Review: Susie and Leanne road test different sachet hot chocolates available in your supermarket. So sit back, relax and enjoy and tune in on Sunday for our next episode of The Nutrition Couch. Don't Miss an Episode Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode and follow us on social media @the_nutrition_couch_podcast to ask us questions & see our food product reviews. It would mean the world to us if you could leave us a 5 star review in the purple Apple podcast app (scroll to the bottom of the app to find the ratings and reviews) as this really helps push up higher in the charts to expose our podcast to more ears. Please follow Susie on her Instagram & Facebook and Leanne on her Instagram, TikTok and the Leanne Ward Nutrition Podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 6, 2022 · 33 min
How to Keep Your Health Journey on Track Through Winter. Identifying and Avoiding Diet Self-Sabotage and How Much Coffee/Caffeine is Safe During Pregnancy.
From Leanne and Susie on The Nutrition Couch this episode: We discuss tips to keep you on track to smash your nutrition and exercise goals during these colder months and sail into spring. We teach you how to avoid and overcome instances of you, or your loved ones, sabotaging (consciously or subconsciously) your weight loss journey. We review the latest research and reveal how much coffee/caffeine is safe to drink during pregnancy. So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s episode! Tune in on Wednesday for our next episode road-testing 2 common supermarket products. Don't Miss an Episode Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode and follow us on social media @the_nutrition_couch_podcast to ask us questions & see our food product reviews. It would mean the world to us if you could leave us a 5 star review in the purple Apple podcast app (scroll to the bottom of the app to find the ratings and reviews) as this really helps push up higher in the charts to expose our podcast to more ears. Please follow Susie on her Instagram & Facebook and Leanne on her Instagram, TikTok and the Leanne Ward Nutrition Podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.