Nutrition Science Bites with Professor Clare Collins AO

Coughs and colds are everywhere right now! So, we are re-releasing this episode of Nutrition Science Bites about supplement and the common cold. In this episode, Prof Clare Collins and Ilyse Jones discuss effectiveness of various nutrients and supplements in combating cold symptoms. They compare popular beliefs surrounding vitamin C, zinc, garlic, chicken soup, probiotics, echinacea, and andrographis with the research evidence related to whether they work, and potential risks. Their conversation also highlights the importance of eating healthily and seeking professional advice before using supplements for the common cold.Are you in a position to make a donation to support our No Money No Time website? Donate hereNo Money No Time: To access the FREE Healthy Eating Quiz: Click on the top right handPurchase our Access our No Money No Time Winter Warmers eBook here: https://uoncourses.thinkific.com/products/digital_downloads/winter-warmers-ebookNo Money No Time: The facts and fiction of common cold cures. http://nomoneynotime.com.au/hacks-myths-faqs/the-fact-and-fiction-of-common-cold-curesTherapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) safety alert regarding supplements containing Andrographis. https://www.tga.gov.au/news/safety-alerts/medicines-containing-andrographis-paniculata-safety-advisoryWebMD information on Andrographis https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-973/andrographisNo Money No Time: Can diet help reduce symptoms of haemochromatosis? https://nomoneynotime.com.au/hacks-myths-faqs/can-diet-help-reduce-symptoms-of-haemochromatosisNeed a more Personalised Food, Nutrient Assessment Report? Try our Australian Eating Survey includes a personalised assessment of your food and nutrient (vitamin and mineral) intake compared to Australian recommendations. Use code 'DietCheck' at the checkout for 50% off! Purchase hereKeywords#nutrition, #common cold, #supplements, #vitaminC, #zinc, #garlic, #ChickenSoup, #probiotics, #echinacea, #andrographis, #ImmuneSupport, #HealthTips,

In this episode Professor Clare Collins talks with Professor Kevin Whelan from King's College London about evidence-based dietary strategies for managing constipation. This includes the research evidence for including foods, supplements, and from clinical guidelines for bowel health. They discuss practical strategies regarding how to improve gut health and address common bowel issues effectively.Key topicsPrevalence of constipation (5-15%)Role of dietary fiber and water intakeFoods that help: kiwi, prunes, rye bread, fruits, vegetablesEffective supplements: magnesium oxide, inulin, sennaUse of Bristol stool chart for assessmentRisk factors: pregnancy, aging, medicationsGuidelines for dietary management and consultationResourcesBritish Dietetic Association Guidelines on Constipation - https://www.bda.uk.com/resource/the-bda-s-first-evidence-based-dietary-guidelines-for-chronic-constipation-are-now-available.htmlBristol Stool Chart https://www.continence.org.au/about-incontinence/bowel-incontinence/bristol-stool-chart/The Conversation: Had constipation? Here are 4 things to help treat it https://theconversation.com/had-constipation-here-are-4-things-to-help-treat-it-123364To access the Healthy Eating Quiz: Click on the top right hand 'green button' called 'How healthy is my diet' https://nomoneynotime.com.au/Want a more Personalised Food, Nutrient Assessment Report? Use our Australian Eating Survey - For a 50% discount enter the 'DietCheck' code at the checkout! Purchase here https://australianeatingsurvey.com.au/Are you in a position to make donation to support our No Money No Time website? Donate hereHere's the link to the No Money No Time closed Facebook group (be sure to take the Healthy Eating Quiz first) https://www.facebook.com/groups/386824626838448Our No Money No Time email: nmnt@newcastle.edu.au and our Nutrition Science Bites email: nutritionsciencebites@newcastle.edu.au Keywords: #constipation, #guthealth, #dietaryfiber, #probiotics, #magnesiumoxide, #BristolStoolChart, #dietaryguidelines, #microbiome, #bowelmovements, #clinicaltrials

This Nutrition Science Bites episode explores the complex relationship between diet and various types of arthritis, including osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, and juvenile arthritis. Professor Clare Collins talks with Ilyse Jones about recent research on diet and arthritis along with dietary recommendations and the potential role of supplements in managing arthritis symptoms and pain.Key topicsTypes of arthritis and their causesThe role of inflammation in arthritisEffective dietary patterns for arthritis managementSupplements with evidence for arthritis reliefRisks of supplements like turmeric and omega-3sResourcesNutrition Science Bites Podcast Nutrition and Pain with Dr Katherine Brain https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/nutrition-and-pain-does-what-you-eat-matter-for/id1757524247?i=1000721526197Arthritis Australia https://arthritisaustralia.com.au/The Conversation https://theconversation.com/can-supplements-or-diet-reduce-symptoms-of-arthritis-heres-what-the-evidence-says-184151To access the Healthy Eating Quiz: Click on the top right hand 'green button' called 'How healthy is my diet' https://nomoneynotime.com.au/Want a more Personalised Food, Nutrient Assessment Report? Use our Australian Eating Survey - For a 50% discount enter the 'DietCheck' code at the checkout! Purchase here https://australianeatingsurvey.com.au/Here's the link to the No Money No Time closed Facebook group (be sure to take the Healthy Eating Quiz first) https://www.facebook.com/groups/386824626838448Our No Money No Time email: nmnt@newcastle.edu.au and our Nutrition Science Bites email: nutritionsciencebites@newcastle.edu.au Are you in a position to make donation to support our No Money No Time website? Donate hereKeywords: #arthritis, #diet , #inflammation, #supplements, #osteoarthritis, #rheumatoidarthritis, #gout, #juvenilearthritis, #nutrition, #inflammation, #diettips, #arthritisrelief, #pain

Professor Collins talks with Reuters journalist Aimee Donnellan about her book "Off the Scales" which details the story of intrigue and perseverance behind the discovery and development of Ozempic, a GLP-1 Receptor Agonist (RA) drug. Their conversation covers the pivotal scientific developments over the long journey of bringing this medication to market and the important stories of the overlooked women scientists who made key contributions to this research. They discuss some broad societal impact of medications like Ozempic, and Aimee shares insights from some of the people she interviewed for her book about how Ozempic affected their life and health. Given medications for obesity treatment are here to stay, this episode raises awareness about the science, ethics, medication usage and the future of management approaches to optimise weight related health and wellbeing.Key topicsThe science and development of Ozempic and GLP-1 RA medicationsThe societal and health impact of diabetes and obesity management drugsThe history of research o develop Ozempic and recognition of obesity as a diseaseResources"Off the Scales - The Inside Story of Ozempic and the Race to Cure Obesity" by Amy Donnellan https://www.qbd.com.au/off-the-scales-the-inside-story-of-ozempic-and-the-race-to-cure-obesity/aimee-donnellan/9780008719098/World Health Organization Guideline on GLP-1 RAs https://www.who.int/news/item/01-12-2025-who-issues-global-guideline-on-the-use-of-glp-1-medicines-in-treating-obesityTo access the Healthy Eating Quiz: Click on the top right hand 'green button' called 'How healthy is my diet' https://nomoneynotime.com.au/Want a more Personalised Food, Nutrient Assessment Report? Use our Australian Eating Survey - For a 50% discount enter the 'DietCheck' code at the checkout! Purchase here https://australianeatingsurvey.com.au/Here's the link to the No Money No Time closed Facebook group (be sure to take the Healthy Eating Quiz first) https://www.facebook.com/groups/386824626838448Our No Money No Time email: nmnt@newcastle.edu.au and our Nutrition Science Bites email: nutritionsciencebites@newcastle.edu.au Keywords: #Ozempic, #GLP1, #obesity, #weightmanagement, #AimeeDonnellan, #pharmaceuticalindustry, #health, #stigma, #sciencehistory, #drugdevelopment, #publichealth, #type2diabetes, #semaglutide #NutritionScienceBites

In this episode, Professor Clare Collins talks to #AccreditedPractisingDietitian Isobel Harmer about the research she undertook for her honours project. Wth the research team from the University of Wollongong, she assessed the nutritional quality of plant-based milks, like soy, rice, oat and nut 'milks'. Isobel compared the adequacy of nutrients like protein, sugar, iodine, phosphorus, zinc, vitamins A, B2 and B12 to cow's milk and also the environmental impact. She also shared current consumer trends regarding plant milk usage in Australia and tells us what to look for when choosing products at the supermarket.Key topicsGrowth of plant-based milks in AustraliaNutritional differences between plant-based milks and cow's milkEnvironmental impacts of plant-based milk productionNutrient fortification and bioavailability in plant-based milksConsumer trends and market data in AustraliaResourcesTo read the publication Harmer, et al. How do plant-based milks compare to cow's milk nutritionally? An audit of the plant-based milk products available in Australia. Nutr Diet. 2025 Feb;82(1):76-85.To access the Healthy Eating Quiz: Click on the top right hand 'green button' called 'How healthy is my diet' https://nomoneynotime.com.au/Want a more Personalised Food, Nutrient Assessment Report? Use our Australian Eating Survey - For a 50% discount enter the 'DietCheck' code at the checkout! Purchase here https://australianeatingsurvey.com.au/Here's the link to the No Money No Time closed Facebook group (be sure to take the Healthy Eating Quiz first) https://www.facebook.com/groups/386824626838448Our No Money No Time email: nmnt@newcastle.edu.au and our Nutrition Science Bites email: nutritionsciencebites@newcastle.edu.au Food Standards Australia New Zealand Additives https://www.foodstandards.gov.au/consumer/additivesYuka App for food labeling - https://yuka.io/en/Are you in a position to make donation to support our No Money No Time website? Donate hereKeywords: #plantbasedmilk, #soymilk, #oatmilk, #ricemilk, #nutmilk, #mylk, #nutrition, #environmentalimpact, #calcium, #B12, #iodine, #Australia, #dietetics, #foodadditives

In this episode, Prof Clare Collins interviews Associate Professor Phillip Baker from Sydney University about ultra-processed foods, their health impacts, and how to make healthier food choices. They explore the science, policy, and practical strategies to reduce ultra-processed food consumption for better health and planetary sustainability.Key topicsDefinition and identification of ultra-processed foods2. Health risks associated with ultra-processed dietsThe role of food processing in modern dietPolicy and labeling challengesStrategies for healthier eating and cookingThe Lancet Series on Ultra-Processed Foods and Human Health https://www.thelancet.com/series-do/ultra-processed-foodMore on ultra-processed foods: No Money No Time Ultra-Processed, Ultra-Common: What are Australians Eating?To access the Healthy Eating Quiz: Click on the top right hand 'green button' called 'How healthy is my diet' https://nomoneynotime.com.au/Want a more Personalised Food, Nutrient Assessment Report? Use our Australian Eating Survey - For a 50% discount enter the 'DietCheck' code at the checkout! Purchase here https://australianeatingsurvey.com.au/Here's the link to the No Money No Time closed Facebook group (be sure to take the Healthy Eating Quiz first) https://www.facebook.com/groups/386824626838448Our No Money No Time email: nmnt@newcastle.edu.au and our Nutrition Science Bites email: nutritionsciencebites@newcastle.edu.au Yuka App for food labeling - https://yuka.io/en/UNICEF State of the Art Report on ultra-processed foods and children https://knowledge.unicef.org/resource/ultra-processed-foods-and-children-state-art-review Are you in a position to make donation to support our No Money No Time website? Donate hereKeywords: #ultraprocessedfood, #UPF, #health, #nutrition, #foodpolicy, #dietaryhabits ,#healthpolicy, #publichealth, #foodindustry, #diet, #dietaryguidelines, #NOVA

In this episode of #NutritionScienceBites Professor Clare Collins talks with guest expert, Accredited Practising Dietitian Sharnie Dwyer about the complex condition of endometriosis. Sharnie is a specialist dietitian in women's nutrition related health and is currently doing her PhD research on endometriosis at Griffith University. They discuss symptoms, reasons for diagnostic delays, and the emerging role of nutrition in managing the condition. Sharnie Dwyer shares her insights on how diet and lifestyle modifications can improve quality of life for women with endometriosis. She is currently recruiting women across Australia to participate in a EMPOWER study on endometriosis, with a link in the show notes.Key topicsEndometriosis pathophysiology and symptomsDiagnosis delays and challengesNutrition's impact on inflammation and painThe EMPOWER study aims to understand how individuals with endometriosis experience nutrition, and how diet, symptoms, wellbeing, and quality of life evolve following diagnosis.The EOI link is: https://redcap.link/EMPOWERthefirstyear Resources for consumers:Endometriosis Australia - Advocacy, education and research participationEndometriosis | Jean Hailes - educationQENDO Australia | Support for Endometriosis, Adenomyosis, PCOS & Pelvic Pain - Advocacy, education and researchResources for health professionals:RANZCOG Australian Living Guidelines for Endometriosis: https://ranzcog.edu.au/womens-health/endometriosis/RANZCOG Acquire: Endometriosis | Acquire - education moduleTo access the Healthy Eating Quiz: Click on the top right hand 'green button' called 'How healthy is my diet' https://nomoneynotime.com.au/Want a more Personalised Food, Nutrient Assessment Report? Use our Australian Eating Survey - For a 50% discount enter the 'DietCheck' code at the checkout! Purchase here https://australianeatingsurvey.com.au/Here's the link to the No Money No Time closed Facebook group (be sure to take the Healthy Eating Quiz first) https://www.facebook.com/groups/386824626838448Our No Money No Time email: nmnt@newcastle.edu.au and our Nutrition Science Bites email: nutritionsciencebites@newcastle.edu.au Are you in a position to make donation to support our No Money No Time website? Donate hereKeywords: #endometriosis, #womenshealth, #nutrition, #inflammation, #chronicpain, #diagnosisdelay, #diet, #autoimmune, #pelvicpain, #hormonalhealth

In this rewind episode Prof Clare Collins and Dr. Erin Clarke demystify blood cholesterol levels. They explain the different types of cholesterol in blood (Total, LDL, HDL cholesterol, Triglycerides) and what the level and ratios mean for heart health. They discuss how cholesterol levels relate to heart disease risk, the role of diet and exercise in managing risk, and why regular heart health checks are a good idea. They also highlight practical dietary interventions and resources available to help people improve heart health.Need a Personalised Nutrition Report? Take our Australian Eating Survey This assessment of food and nutrient (vitamin and mineral) intakes has a cost. Use this 50% discount code 'DietCheck' at checkout! Purchase here https://australianeatingsurvey.com.au/No Money No Time (NMNT)What do your blood cholesterol test results mean? https://nomoneynotime.com.au/hacks-myths-faqs/what-do-your-blood-cholesterol-test-results-meanHealthy eating for a healthy heart! https://nomoneynotime.com.au/hacks-myths-faqs/healthy-eating-to-help-your-heartLink to our NMNT closed Facebook group (take the Healthy Eating Quiz first) https://www.facebook.com/groups/386824626838448Contact our NMNT team email: nmnt@newcastle.edu.auThe Conversation: What is a blood cholesterol ratio? https://theconversation.com/what-is-a-blood-cholesterol-ratio-and-what-should-yours-be-253126Got high cholesterol? 5 foods to eat and avoid! https://theconversation.com/got-high-cholesterol-here-are-five-foods-to-eat-and-avoid-63941Here are 5 food tips that could save your life after a heart attack! https://theconversation.com/health-check-five-food-tips-that-could-save-your-life-after-a-heart-attack-33194Heart Foundation: How to follow a heart healthy eating pattern! https://www.heartfoundation.org.au/healthy-living/healthy-eating/heart-healthy-eating-patternVictor Chang Cardiac Research Institute: What is high cholesterol? https://www.victorchang.edu.au/heart-disease/high-cholesterolPathology tests Explained: https://pathologytestsexplained.org.au/ptests.php?q=Lipid+profile+%28cholesterol+and+triglycerides%29#To access the Healthy Eating Quiz: Click on the top right hand 'green button' called 'How healthy is my diet' https://nomoneynotime.com.au/Want a more Personalised Food, Nutrient Assessment Report? Use our Australian Eating Survey - For a 50% discount enter the 'DietCheck' code at the checkout! Purchase here https://australianeatingsurvey.com.au/Here's the link to the No Money No Time closed Facebook group (be sure to take the Healthy Eating Quiz first) https://www.facebook.com/groups/386824626838448Our No Money No Time email: nmnt@newcastle.edu.au and our Nutrition Science Bites email: nutritionsciencebites@newcastle.edu.au Are you in a position to make donation to support our No Money No Time website? Donate here#HeartHealthCheck, #Cholesterol, #HeartWeek, #HeartFoundation, #RiskRatio, #CholesterolLoweringDiet