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

Episodes352

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Jul 17, 2021 · 39 min
Barriers to Fat Loss, Coffee Lovers, Low Carb Pasta and Healthy Fats
On The Nutrition Couch this episode- Fat loss; we hear about it all the time, but why is it so difficult. We discuss the most common barriers to sustainable fat loss and how to take control back; Our 'Client Case Study of the Week' i about coffee; how much is too much, what is the healthiest order and can you still enjoy your favourite caffeine hit if you are trying to lose weight; Our 'Supermarket Product of the Week' is a deep dive into the growing range of low carb pastas in supermarkets that still taste like the real thing; and We answer our listener questions about about good fats, how much is too much and how do you get the balance in your own diet right. So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s episode! 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.
Jul 10, 2021 · 37 min
TikTok Baked Oats, Intermittent Fasting, Plant-Based Frozen Meal Options, and the Truth about Diet Soft Drinks
On The Nutrition Couch this episode- We take a look at the "baked oats" TikTok trend; Our 'Client Case Study of the Week' is all about the pros and cons of intermittent fasting; Our 'Supermarket Product of the Week' is a new plant based frozen meal option; and We answer our listener questions about diet soft drinks; are they ok to drink and how many is too many? So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s episode! 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.
Jul 3, 2021 · 39 min
Chronic Calorie Deprivation, Greens Powders, High Protein Breads and Coconut Oil & Fat Burning
On The Nutrition Couch today: We discuss chronic calorie deprivation; We examine whether or not greens powders are actually beneficial for us; Our 'Supermarket Product of the Week' is a high protein bread option; Our listener question is all about coconut oil; does it really burn fat and help with weight loss and is it the oil we should really be cooking with? So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s episode! 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.
Jun 26, 2021 · 37 min
The Bubble Teas, Eating for Immunity, Low Cal Frozen Yoghurts and Plant Based Meat Alternatives
From The Nutrition Couch today: The Bubble Tea Craze; what is Bubble Tea, is it healthy and why have Aussie shoppers gone nuts for this new product? Our 'Clinic Question of the Week' is all about immunity; how can we optimise our eating to stay healthy this winter? We have found a low-calorie frozen yoghurt treat you are going to want to know about in supermarkets; and Our listener question is on the plant-based meat alternatives; are they actually healthier options than the real thing? So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s episode! 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.
Jun 19, 2021 · 39 min
Period Cravings, Treat Portion Sizes, Yoghurt Review and Butter vs. Margarine
On The Nutrition Couch today: Period nutrition – what to eat during that time of the month to help manage cramping and those terrible cravings that can see us demolish an entire block of chocolate without even realising it; Our 'Client Case Study of the Week' is about treats – we all love them, but how many is too many, not only for us, but also for our kids; Our 'Supermarket Product of the Week' is on one of our favourite yoghurts; and Our listen question of the week is an oldie, but a goodie, butter or margarine? So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s episode! 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.
Jun 12, 2021 · 39 min
The Different Stages of Weight Loss, Weight Loss Plateaus, Vetta Smart Protein Flour and All Things Gut Health
From The Nutrition Couch today: Our trending media article is all about the different stages of weight loss; Our 'Client Case Study of the Week' takes a closer look at weight loss plateau’s and how we shift them; Our 'Supermarket Product of the Week' is the new Vetta Smart Protein Self-Raising Flour; and Our listener question today is about gut health, what are some easy ways we can improve our gut health. So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s episode! 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.
Jun 5, 2021 · 34 min
Meal Delivery Kits, Working from Home Tips, Collagen Smoothies and Protein Shakes for Exercise
On The Nutrition Couch today- Meal delivery kits; there are so many options out there, but are they a good choice for healthy eating or for weight loss; Our 'Client Case Study of the Week' is all about working from home, and easy ways to keep your food and activity goals on track; Our 'Supermarket Product of the Week' is a new smoothie with collagen added; does it smooth out those wrinkles; and Our listener question is about protein shakes; should you take them after a gym workout? So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s episode! 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.
May 29, 2021 · 34 min
Social Media Dance Trends, 800 Calorie Diets, Vegetable Chips and How to Re-Start When You Lose Control
On The Nutrition Couch today: Will the weight loss TikTok dance trend really give you abs? Our 'Client Case Study of the Week' is taking a closer look at the 800 calorie diet. Is it a good option or simply promoting restrictive eating? Our 'Supermarket Product of the Week' is a new range of vegetable chips finding their way into the health food aisle; and Our listener question is about how to re-start when you totally lose control. What should our next step be? So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s episode! 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.
May 22, 2021 · 32 min
Are You Eating Plastic Without Realising? Managing Hunger. Winter Soups & a Q&A on Macros
On The Nutrition Couch this week: We look at why Australians are eating a credit card sized amount of plastic every year; Our 'Supermarket Product of the Week' is a new plant protein winter soup option for you; Our 'Client Case Study of the Week' is on hunger; and Our listener question is all about macros. So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s episode! 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.
May 15, 2021 · 25 min
The Latest Hollywood Diet, Digestion Tips, and Strategies For Night Time Munchies
Episode 2 is a lively discussion about the new "5 Factor Diet", the latest go-to of Hollywood’s stars. We also discuss our tips to assist bloating and digestion. Our 'Supermarket Product of the Week' is the new John West Calcium Tuna. We end this episode with a listener question on how to combat the pesky night time munchies. 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.
May 8, 2021 · 19 min
Nutrition Tiktok Trends, Meal Replacements, Pizza Base Supermarket Finds & Plant Mylks
Episode 1 sees Susie and Leanne discussing the "Nature’s Cereal" TikTok trend, a previous client using meal replacements and the research behind meal replacements for weight loss, our supermarket product of the week (hint.. it’s about pizza!), our favourite plant mylks and recommendations for them and what we're watching on Netflix. 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.
Apr 27, 2021 · 8 min
Meet the Hosts, Dietitians Susie Burrell and Leanne Ward
This episode is a quick introduction to the ladies behind The Nutrition Couch, dietitians Susie Burrell and Leanne Ward. 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.