Confused by all the conflicting nutrition advice online?
Episode 4: Supplements
Do we actually need to take supplements?
With so many supplements on the market, it can be difficult to know what's actually worth taking. In the most recent episode, the trio discuss why food should always come first, and when supplements can play an important role in filling nutrient gaps.
Key takeaways:
- Whole foods provide much more than individual nutrient supplements.
- Supplements are not a replacement for a balanced diet.
- Persistent fatigue deserves investigation, not guesswork.
- Some micronutrients are worth paying attention to.
- Individual needs vary so if you are concerned, seek personalised advice from your health professional team.
Episode 3 Part Two: Women's Health & Perimenopause
How does diet affect perimenopause?
Dr Libby and Nadia explore nutrition during perimenopause and why it's important to look at the whole picture, including micronutrient status, metabolic health, strength training and everyday habits.
Key takeaways:
- Check the basics first, especially your micronutrient status.
- Nutrition can play an important role in supporting energy levels and mood.
- Stable blood sugar levels and key nutrients become even more important.
- Strength training helps protect muscle mass and healthy ageing.
- There is no silver bullet, focus on consistency over perfection.
Episode 3 Part One: Women's Health & Hormones
How does diet affect our hormones?
In this episode, Dr Libby and Nadia discuss how consistent nourishment, listening to your body and building sustainable habits can support hormone health throughout your menstrual years.
Key takeaways:
- Hormones thrive when your body feels nourished and safe.
- Regularly eating enough is just as important as what you eat.
- Protein, healthy fats and carbohydrates all play an important role.
- Focus on consistency over perfection.
Episode 2: Cravings, Energy & Hunger
Why do we crash & crave in the afternoon?
Afternoon slumps, cravings and low energy can be your body's way of telling you something is out of balance. Dr Libby and Nadia explain how nourishing, balanced meals can support more sustained energy levels and help you feel satisfied for longer.
Key takeaways:
- Blood sugar balance plays an important role in energy and cravings.
- Build meals around vegetables, protein, healthy fats and quality carbs.
- Focus on what you can add, rather than what to restrict.
- Restrictive eating can backfire later in the day.
- Your energy dips are feedback, not failure.
Episode 1: The Great Uncomplication
Why does healthy eating feel so hard?
From social media trends to conflicting nutrition advice, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. In this episode, Dr Libby, Nadia and Jaimey explore why healthy eating has become so complicated and how getting back to the basics can help reduce the mental load.
Key takeaways:
- Healthy eating doesn't need to be perfect.
- Nutrition trends come and go, but the fundamentals stay the same.
- Focus on real, whole foods most of the time.
- Don't get distracted by "health hacks" before you've nailed the basics.
- Small, consistent habits will always beat perfection.
Want to make healthy eating even easier?
Dinner with Nadia: The Health Edition
Nadia & Dr Libby talk healthy eating
Dinner with Nadia returns for Episode 5 - and this time, we’re serving up the Health Edition with special guest Dr Libby!
Eating well should be easy and delicious, Dr Libby and Nadia have joined forces to cut through the noise and help people get back to the basics.
Dr Libby-Inspired Recipe
Butterflied Lamb, Warm Potato & Brussels Sprout Salad
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*Our experts provide general evidence-based advice to help you learn about food and how it can help to improve your health and wellbeing. Our advice shouldn't replace any personalised advice that you receive from a Dietitian or other qualified health professional responsible for your care.