Are you eating too much saturated fat without realising it?

In this powerful episode, Leanne and Susie unpack:

• Why saturated fat still matters (even if you’ve moved to low-carb or high-protein)
• The hidden saturated fat sources most people overlook
• The latest science on diabetes risk, insulin resistance, and why gestational diabetes is a huge red flag
• The exact blood tests you need to detect early glucose problems before they escalate
• How food sequencing, meal timing and simple movement hacks can dramatically improve blood sugar control
• A full review of Coles’ High Protein Bread: does it live up to the hype?
• When weight loss medication (like Ozempic or Mounjaro) is — and isn’t — the right option
• Why seeing a dietitian often unlocks results where nothing else has worked

If you care about your long-term health, hormones, fat loss and metabolic future — this episode delivers real, practical answers.

PLUS: Our 200-page kids nutrition ebook is now available here.

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Are potatoes really bad for you? Can packaged foods still be healthy? What tomato sauce should your kids actually eat?

This week on The Nutrition Couch, dietitians Leanne Ward and Susie Burrell bust myths and share real-world food advice to help you make better choices without cutting out your favourite meals.

Inside this episode:

The Great Potato Comeback

We unpack the surprising research that links cooled potatoes to better blood sugar control and even fat loss.

Ultra-Processed Foods, Explained

How to tell the difference between smart convenience foods and those silently hurting your health.

Budget-Friendly Soup Pick

Our favourite $2 winter soup that’s high in fibre, vegan-friendly, and actually tastes good.

Kids & Sauce: Smart Swaps

The best tomato sauces with less sugar and more flavour — tested by our toddlers (and passed).

Whether you’re feeding your family, watching your weight, or just want no-nonsense nutrition advice, this episode has something for you.

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Do you find yourself saying, "This is hard" when it comes to healthy eating or staying consistent with your goals?

In this empowering episode of The Nutrition Couch, dietitians Susie Burrell and Leanne Ward dive into the uncomfortable truths behind why change feels difficult—and what to do about it.

They break down:

• Why "hard" often just means "emotionally uncomfortable"
• How to reframe your mindset to stop self-sabotaging progress
• The top five foods they wish all clients would eat more often
• A brilliant high-protein, budget-friendly lunch find in Woolworths
• Everything you need to know about protein powders: who needs them, how to use them, and why they’re not just for gym junkies

This episode is your wake-up call and reset in one. If you've hit a plateau or feel stuck in a cycle of "trying but not doing," this conversation will help you shift gears, reframe your mindset, and take action that actually sticks.

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