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Join leading Australian dietitian and nutritionist Susie Burrell as she discusses topical nutrition areas that she sees working with women in her clinic. Dropping every Monday morning at 6am, Susie will share her insights from working with women on their health and weight related goals for over 25 years. With practical tips and unique insights, if you are interested in optimal aging, the balance of health with enjoying delicious, hormones and well-being and ideas on navigating nutrition amidst busy life, this weekly podcast is for you.
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With long weekends, social events, and plenty of indulgent food, it’s easy to fall off track - but it doesn’t have to be all or nothing. In this episode of Diet Notes, we’re breaking down how to navigate Easter without derailing your progress. In This Episode: Why you should enjoy Easter foods: No diet should exclude the foods you love - it’s about balance, not restriction.The real cause of holiday weight gain: It’s not just the food - it’s eating more and moving less.Simple strategies to s...
1There’s no escaping it - protein is everywhere right now. From “high-protein” snacks to supermarket staples rebranded with a protein boost, it’s become the nutrient of the moment. But are we actually getting it right? In this episode of Diet Notes, we break down the protein hype - including how much you really need, why more isn’t always better, and the common mistakes that could be holding you back from your health and weight goals. In this episode, we cover: Why protein has become the “s...
In this episode of Diet Notes, Susie unpacks one of the most overlooked drivers of weight gain, stubborn fat loss and future metabolic issues: insulin resistance. She explains what insulin resistance actually is, why it can make weight loss feel disproportionately difficult, and how it often goes undetected for years before progressing to pre-diabetes or type 2 diabetes. Susie also explores the strong genetic component behind insulin resistance, the key signs and symptoms to look out for, and...
Calories can feel like the be-all and end-all of weight loss - but are they really as precise or helpful as we’ve been led to believe? In this episode of Diet Notes, Susie unpacks the truth about calories: what they are, why calorie counting can be misleading, and why relying too heavily on numbers can disconnect us from our natural hunger and appetite cues. She explains why calorie needs vary more than most people realise, why food labels are only ever a rough guide, and how things like ac...
There’s no shortage of information about fasting - from 5:2 to 16:8 to extended 24-hour fasts. But does it actually work? And more importantly… is it right for you? In this episode of Diet Notes, Susie breaks down the science behind intermittent fasting and shares her honest clinical perspective after years of working with real clients - particularly busy women with high energy demands. You’ll learn: The real origin of the 5:2 diet and what the research actually showsWhy 16:8 only works whe...
We’re surrounded by nutrition noise - macros, protein targets, superfoods, fasting… but one of the simplest (and most effective) habits for appetite and weight control is creating “the space in between” your meals. In this episode, Susie explains how many of us are accidentally eating 8-12 times per day (often starting with milk-based coffees), and why constant grazing can disrupt hunger/fullness cues and blood glucose control - even when the food choices are “healthy”. You’ll learn how to ...
Snack bars: convenient… but also wildly easy to overdo. In this episode, Susie breaks down her love/hate relationship with bars and explains why they can quietly replace real, filling snacks in your day. You’ll learn the key differences between muesli bars, nut bars, and protein bars, what to look for on the ingredient list (hint: shorter is usually better), and why chocolate coatings and “low carb / high protein” packaging can create a health halo that doesn’t match what’s inside. Key takeaw...
In this episode of Diet Notes, Susie unpacks the science and history behind modern weight-loss medications - with a clear, practical focus on GLP-1 therapies, insulin, and metabolic health. From gestational diabetes and PCOS to appetite regulation and cravings, this episode explains how hormones and glucose control shape body weight - and what that means for anyone considering medical support for weight loss. In this episode, we cover: The history and evolution of weight-loss medicationsWha...
Welcome to Diet Notes - the weekly podcast from leading Australian dietitian designed to making eating healthier a lot easier. On today’s episode Susie chats the concept of losing the last 3-5kg. You'll learn: Why losing small amounts of weight is so difficult The steps to to take if you really want to lose weightWhy most people fail with their weight loss goals The steps to take to really commit and change body composition for goodFollow Susie on Instagram Join Susie’s ...
Welcome to the Diet Notes. A weekly podcast from one of Australia’s leading dietitians Susie Burrell covering all things women’s health, hormones, weight & well-being. On today’s episode Susie chats the intricate relationship between diet and Peri: Why diet is the key thing to focus on in PeriWhy HRT is not enough to support fat lossWhat you really need to do to lose body fat in your 40'sWhy body composition is more important than what you weighResources: RESET - The 4 Week Summer ...
Welcome to the very first episode of Diet Notes - a weekly podcast from one of Australia’s leading dietitians, Susie Burrell, covering all things women’s health, hormones, weight, and overall well-being. In this episode, Susie introduces the concept of a Diet Reset and explains how it differs from the usual detox or quick-fix approach. You’ll learn: Why a reset is not the same as a detoxThe key steps to successfully reset your dietWhy planning matters more than nutrition knowledge aloneH...
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