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Tara (nutritionist) chats to Alice Zaslavsky about her food philosophy and why she is on a mission to inspire people to try new things, hop in the kitchen, and embrace veggies. Tune in to grab your dose of Alice's infectious energy and findout about: 'In Praise of Veg'Links to follow Alice: WebInstagramFacebookBuy the book - In Praise of VegThe Phenomenom school programFollow Tara InstagramFacebookWebTik TokJOIN OUR PRIVATE FACEBOOK PODCAST GROUPSupport the show

In this episode, Tara reveals why she feels the way she does, about Pete Evans. Tara (Nutritionist) has been speaking out about Pete Evans and his dangerous dietary advice for almost 8 years. This week, the celebrity chef and health guru's empire has come crashing down, after posting a meme displaying a neo-nazi symbol on social media. This lead to major Australian brands dumping him and distancing themselves publicly. Tara talks through her journey in attempting to educate the public about Pete's dangerous health advice over the years, and provides her rationale for why she considers him a dangerous person , revealing things you need to know about him before taking on any of his advice. Tara is a registered Australian nutritionist, university lecturer, speaker, author and despiser of fad diets and shonky nutrition advice. Follow Tara InstagramFacebookWebTik TokHIT SUBSCRIBE IF YOU LOVE THE PODCAST! Support the show

It's touted in the wellness world as a 'healthier' salt because it's more natural and contains essential minerals. But is this true? Tara looks at the latest research by Nutrition Research Australia which examines the levels of nutrients in pink salt, and whether these levels are high enough to warrant it being a healthier salt. The research also discovers that pink salt contains heavy metals such as aluminium and lead. Tara also gives an overview of salt and the effects on the body, and helps you to decide whether pink salt is really worth all the hype. Read the research paper here Follow Tara InstagramFacebookWebTik TokHIT SUBSCRIBE IF YOU LOVE THE PODCAST! Support the show

In this episode, dietitian Jono Steedman hijacks the show and together with Tara (nutritionist), they investigate Goli Gummies. They're those little red gummies containing apple cider vinegar and superfoods like beetroot and pomegranate. They claim to be able to support gut and skin health, manage your weight and appetite and improve energy. They're flooding Jono and Tara's social media feeds, maybe you've seen the ads too? Together they walk you through: Follow Jono InstagramFacebookWebBITE ME Follow Tara InstagramFacebookWebTik TokHIT SUBSCRIBE IF YOU LOVE THE PODCAST! Support the show

This is the most requested topic of all time! And it's finally here. Tara takes on Isagenix, the multi level marketing company who are massive on the health and fitness scene. In this episode: Follow Tara: InstagramFacebookWebTik TokJoin the podcast group of FacebookThank you to Malin Haagen for her work in the administration, research and production of the episode. Support the show

By now we've all heard about the Mediterranean diet, but do you know why it good for us? To answer that question, Dr Anthony Villani joins the show to explain the science behind this way of eating and it's remarkable effects on heart health, mental health and healthy ageing. Anthony and Tara also talk about: Explore Anthony's published research here Follow Anthony on Twitter Follow Tara: InstagramFacebookWebTik Tok Support the show

The paleo diet is often touted by the wellness industry as being great for gut health, but there has actually been little research done on this to date. In this episode, Tara interviews Dr Angela Genoni to find out about Angela's latest research which explores the effect of the paleo diet on gut health. The results of her study are fascinating, showing that the paleo diet is not the ultimate diet for good gut health, because it is very low in a a certain important fibre - resistant starch. This fibre is vital role for good guys health as it is the food that feed our microbes. Interestingly, Dr Angela's research also revealed that those following a paleo diet long term, also displayed biomarkers for heart disease. The episode answers the important question: Is the Paleo diet good or bad for our gut health? The episode also covers: You can read Dr Angela's published study here, and find out more on her website. Follow Tara: InstagramFacebookWebTik TokAnd it would be great if you could subscribe or leave a review! Support the show

The wellness industry is a multi-billion dollar industry directed at those of us who are the 'worried-well'. It's not reaching those who truly need wellness. Tara highlights he inequity of wellness, and the steps we can take to protect ourselves from this industry which really is out to get our dollars (without us even realising) Follow Tara: InstagramFacebookWebTik TokSupport the show

Stream this episode and cook with Tara in real-time as she guides you through making the perfect Bolognese sauce. Perfect to put with pasta, use as lasagne sauce, on toast, it's so versatile! You can pack it with your own choice of your fave veggies too. Your ingredients are below, all you need to do is listen while you cook! You can pause, fast forward, rewind, and cook along with your own nutritionist. If you make the bolognese, be sure to post a pic to social media and tag @thenutritionguruandthechef. We would LOVE to see you cooking along at home! You will need: large pot wooden spoonknife Ingredients 500 grams beef mince (or a mix of been and pork) 1 onion2-3 garlic cloves 400 gram can of tomatoes 1-2 tbsp tomato paste (optional) Dried oregano (optional) Veggies (optional) such as carrot, zucchini, spinach, mushroomsMusic credits: Doctor Turtle Music Follow Tara InstagramFacebookWebTik Tok Support the show

Tara talks to Jono Steedman (Accredited Practicing Dietitian), aka 'The Guyetitian' about all things protein. Jono will talk you through: Follow Jono InstagramFacebookWebBITE ME Follow Tara InstagramFacebookWebTik TokSupport the show

Tara is a university-trained Nutritionist, teacher, author and speaker. In this episode, she delves into the science behind coconut sugar to help you to understand whether switching to coconut sugar is a good thing, or not. She breaks through the marketing hype and answers these important questions: Why don't you join the private PODCAST group? And, could you leave a review if you like this podcast? Thank you! Support the show

Tara chats with Dr Nikki Stamp - Australian cardiothoracic surgeon, author, tv presenter, and kick a$$ myth buster. Nikki reveals how social media is impacting our physical and mental health, and how to take control of our social media feeds. Also in this episode: Follow Dr Nikki Stamp on Facebook and Instagram Purchase her books from Booktopia, any good book store, or from her website. - Can you die from a broken heart, and - Pretty Unhealthy Follow Tara on Facebook and Instagram, and join the private 99% FAD FREE podcast group. If you enjoy the podcast, we would love if you could rate us and leave a review! Support the show

Every wondered if Frozen vegetables contain any nutrition? Tara shows you the science behind the reasons why they're packed full of nutrition. And if you're not quite sure how to use them, Tara gives a run down of her 5 faves and how she cooks with them! Follow Tara on Facebook and Insta for recipes and cooking videos! About your host: Tara is a qualified, no-nonsense nutritionist from Noosa, Australia. Support the show

The words we use when talking about food can have a profound effect on us, both positively, and negatively. Tara catches up with Dietitian Kate Wengier from Foost to talk about how we can choose words to promote a healthy relationship with food, and encourage healthy eating without force. They discuss the words to avoid using, and why we need to steer clear of labeling foods as 'good' or 'bad' foods due to the effect this may have on the development of eating disorders, restricted and fussy eating, and stress associated with food and mealtimes. This episode is important for those who have kids, but also those who don't. It will help learn how to be mindful of the language used around children, and also how the language your parents/caregivers used around you as a child may have impacted your thoughts and feelings about food and your body. As a dietitian, and mum of four, Kate has loads of real-world experience helping families take the stress out of mealtimes and build a positive relationship with food. In this episode Kate and Tara chat about: - What Kate says to her children when they nag her for chocolate or complain about their lunchbox - How to tackle whingeing at the dinner table - Consideration of 'safe' foods - Why we need to be more neutral about food - The mistake she made when she was a new mum feeding her first born - Who's job is it to eat healthily? The parent, or the child? - How to create a positive eating environment - and so much more! Follow Kate: Facebook, Instagram and Website Buy Kate's kid-safe knives here Follow Tara (The Nutrition Guru and the Chef) Facebook, Instagram and Website Support the show

"Nutrition is messy and confusing...there's a reason for that" - Dr Tim Crowe In this episode, Tara interviews Dr Tim Crowe - scientist, researcher, dietitian and educator. As the head honcho of Thinking Nutrition, Tim has a knack for breaking sciency stuff down into easy-to-understand info that you can take away and use to make positive changes for your health. To help us understand how to know when nutrition info is nonsense, Tim talks us through the basics of: How nutrition studies work How the media sometimes misinterpret studies and create headlines that aren't factualWhy nutrition is so darned confusing sometimes How to spot nonsenseHe also touches on: Sugar in fruitBlue zone dietary patternsThe Game Changers DocumentaryThe acid/alkaline diet and whether lemon in water will 'detox' us. Tim has also just released his brand new podcast, Thinking Nutrition - a must-listen for anyone who would like to soak up more of Tim's wisdom. His first episode delves deeper into some of the issues presented here in this podcast, and Tim discusses some of the latest research. The Thinking Nutrition podcast is available wherever you get your podcasts from, just search 'Thinking Nutrition' You can also follow Tim on Facebook, Twitter and his website Follow Tara for daily nutrition updates on Facebook, Instagram and grab healthy recipes and nutrition articles on the website Support the show

Are there any benefits of cacao? And how does it differ from plain old (and much cheaper) cocoa? You'll find that loads of recipes now call for cacao, not cocoa. Why is this? Find out all the answers in this informative podcast presented by Tara Leong, a qualified nutritionist from popular The Nutrition Guru and the Chef If you love what you hear, would you mind leaving a rating and a review? This helps the podcast to rank in the search function, meaning more people can find the podcast and listen to real, no-nonsense nutrition info! Thanks! Join the private podcast group here or follow Tara on Instagram Support the show

Tara (nutritionists and social media addict) reveals how social media influencers can actually be harming our health without us even realising it. What Tara has to say is important for anyone using social media. She provides a behind the scenes look at how health influencers get sent products and paid to promote products, and often they don't even have to have tried the product to get paid to say it's amazing. Things like detoxes, skinny teas, protein powders are all subtly being shoved in our faces while we innocently scroll through our social media feed. This can be harming us in a number of different ways - our physical health AND mental health. This is Part 1 of a series of episodes about this topic. Tara has extensive knowledge in the area of social media, having worked for a social media agency, and then building her own social media audience for The Nutrition Guru and the Chef. She has spoken extensively at conferences and seminars around Australia on the topic of social media and the impact it is having on our health. Follow Tara on Instagram Follow Tara on Facebook Check out the Website Support the show

Join Tara Leong (qualified nutritionist) as she interviews friend and colleague, gut health dietitian - Lydia Sutakovsky (of the Sunshine Coast Gut Clinic), and get the answers to these burning questions that didn't get answered in Part 1: What are fermented foods? Do fermented foods help restore gut health, or not?Does bone broth actually 'heal' the gut, or is this just another wellness fad?Does eating fruit ruin the gut microbiome and cause illness? Lydia and Tara take an evidence-based approach to answer these questions during this conversational interview, packed with interesting info that you can trust. You'll feel like you are a fly on the wall, listening to two nutrition pals having a yack about all the latest on gut health. If you haven't listened to Part 1 yet, go and do so, as this gives you the basics of gut health and is a great introduction to understanding this topic. Follow Lydia - Sunshine Coast Gut Clinic Follow Tara - The Nutrition Guru and the Chef Book a Skype consult with Lydia - via website It would be great if you could leave a review, wherever you get your podcasts, as this helps to get the podcast out there to the world! Support the show

Sugar. We all like it, and we are all confused about it. There's so much misinformation online about sugar, that it's causing many people to become frightened of food and severely restrict what they eat. Tara felt the need to clear a few things up, tackle the piffle and nonsense head-on, and answer the following questions: Support the show

Gut health is the talk of the town right now, with evidence showing that the microorganisms living within our digestive system can both positively and negatively impact many facets of our health. In this episode, Tara chats to Lydia Sutakowsky, an accredited practicing Dietitian, university lecturer, and director of the Sunshine Coast Gut Clinic. Together they talk about gut health and answer the following questions: Lydia also covers: You can follow Lydia on Facebook and instagram or book a skype consult via her website And make sure you follow Tara (aka The Nutrition Guru) on Facebook and Instagram for daily updates Support the show