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The Ideal Nutrition Podcast

Jun 25, 2026

Dietitians Torwen Eerkens and Aidan Muir run through 7 things worth knowing about caffeine and its effects on alertness, performance, sleep and anxiety. 
 
(00:28) - Caffeine Sources
(1:41) - The Half-Life of Caffeine
(2:00) - Genetic Variability in Metabolism
(3:29) - Mechanism 
(4:04) - Training Performance
(5:30) -...


Jun 18, 2026

Dietitians Aidan Muir and Torwen Eerkens discuss common causes of bloating. While bloating can be a common symptom in many gastrointestinal disorders, once medical disorders such as coeliac disease or IBD have been ruled out, these factors are worth exploring.

(1:20) - Lactose

(4:09) - General GI Triggers

(5:19) - Sugar...


Jun 11, 2026

Dietitians Torwen Eerkens and Aidan Muir discuss the key vitamins and minerals to consider when trying to conceive, including their role in supporting fertility and promoting healthy development during pregnancy. While nutrition is only one piece of the fertility puzzle, ensuring adequate intake of these...


Jun 4, 2026

Dietitians Aidan Muir and Torwen Eerkens discuss 8 key factors worth knowing about Omega 3s, including: the different types of Omega-3 fats; fish vs algae sources;  the recommended dosing for various benefits; what the evidence actually supports in terms of outcomes; and more. 

(00:38) - Types of Omega 3s
(01:10) -...


May 28, 2026

Dietitians Aidan Muir and Torwen Eerkens discuss the pros and cons of anti-inflammatory style diets for athletes, including focusing on how much this matters for specific anti-inflammatory nutrients.
 
(1:49) - Potential Benefits for Athletes
(2:37) - Potential Downsides for Athletes
(5:37) - Tart Cherry Juice
(6:45) -...