Bite Me Nutrition
Episodes
Episode 117: Nutrition for Injuries
28 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’m talking about how nutrition can support your recovery from musculoskeletal injuries. The two biggest things I focus on are mak...
Episode 116: Muscle Loss
21 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’m talking about muscle loss what actually happens when you’re not training because of injury, travel, or being sick. A lot of ...
Episode 115: How to eat at different phases of your cycle
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’m diving into the link between your diet, your training, and your menstrual cycle. There’s a lot of blanket advice out there—...
Episode 114: Cortisol
08 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this chat, I’m talking about cortisol — you’ve probably heard it called the stress hormone — and what it actually does in your body. It’s...
Episode 113: Weight loss with neurodivergence & mental health conditions with Jenna Stein
01 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I sat down with Jenna to chat about something that doesn’t get talked about enough—what weight loss looks like when you’re deal...
Episode 112: Why eating less didn't help you lose weight
25 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’m diving into one of the most frustrating parts of fat loss: thinking you’re in a deficit… but your body’s like, “lol, na...
Episode 111: Are aggressive diets bad for you?
17 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’m diving into aggressive dieting—yep, that thing you probably assume I hate. But here’s the twist: I don’t think it’s alw...
Episode 110: When to lose weight
11 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’m diving into a question I get all the time: “Is now a good time to try and lose weight?” And honestly, it’s such an import...
Episode 109: How to count calories
04 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I dive into the topic of calorie tracking—something that gets a lot of love and a lot of hate in the nutrition space. I’m not he...
Episode 108: How to eat when traveling
26 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I ran through some of my go-to travel tips—mostly around how to enjoy food while you’re away without blowing up all your progress...
Episode 107: Gut health and antibiotics
20 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I dive into what actually happens to your gut when you take antibiotics—and how to help it recover without overcomplicating things....
Episode 106: Should you take nutrition advice from CrossFit? with Jenna Stein
13 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I catch up with Jenna to chat through the CrossFit nutrition course—and let’s just say, we’ve got thoughts.We talk about how th...
Episode 105: When should you eat?
06 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this chat, I’m talking about eating windows — and no, not literally eating windows (although I do make that dad joke). I mean the timeframe bet...
Episode 104: Upgrade Your Dinner Box
30 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’m talking all about dinner boxes—like HelloFresh, Dinnerly, those kinds of things. If you’ve ever wondered whether they’re...
Episode 103: Can you trust the calories on your watch?
09 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this chat, I talk about smart devices—things like fitness trackers, Fitbits, Garmins, and my personal fave, the Apple Watch—and how they measur...
Episode 102: Will creatine make you bald?
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I get asked about this all the time—does creatine cause hair loss? So I thought I’d clear the air.There’s one study people always point to where...
Episode 101: Do you need a preworkout?
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’m diving into the world of pre-workout supplements—because let’s be honest, it’s a jungle out there. I break down what’s ...
Episode 100: How Much Protein is Too Much?
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I chat about the difference between getting enough protein and getting the right amount for you. I break down why those standard gov...
Episode 99: Are Fake Meats Healthy?
10 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, I dive into the whole fake meat thing—what’s actually in them, how they stack up nutritionally, and why some of the hype (bo...
Episode 98: Food Wastage & Weight Loss
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this chat, I talk about how food waste can actually mess with your weight loss goals. You know those times you finish your kids’ meals or eat th...
Episode 97: A Better Way to Lose Weight
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about a different way to approach weight loss—by breaking it up into manageable phases. I explain why having clear targets ...
Episode 96: Hunger & Weight Loss
21 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this chat, I’m diving into the messy, often confusing world of hunger—especially when you’re trying to lose weight. I talk about how hunger ...
Episode 95: The Period Plan
13 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this chat, I break down some of the weight loss challenges that come with the menstrual cycle—stuff that often gets overlooked. I talk about how...
Episode 94: Parasite Cleanses
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
So in this chat, I’m talking about parasite cleanses and some of the big misconceptions around them. They sound tempting because they claim to fix ...
Episode 93: Should I worry about preservatives?
27 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this chat, I talk about preservatives in food and why it’s not worth stressing over every little ingredient. Instead of getting caught up in avo...
Episode 92: In Defense of Oats
20 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I set the record straight on oats and tackle some of the biggest misconceptions out there. People often question whether oats spike ...
Episode 91: Healthy Eating & Weight Loss with Jenna Stein
14 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jenna and I break down the connection between healthy eating and weight loss. We chat about what a healthy diet really means, why a c...
Episode 90. Sugar Addiction
07 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered if you're actually "addicted" to sugar? In this episode, I unpack the sugar addiction myth and get real about why those c...
Episode 89. Stop Exercising for Weight Loss
24 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I explore the connection between exercise and weight loss. We talk about common misconceptions, the role of nutrition, and why exerci...
Episode 88. Should You Reverse Diet?
18 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered if reverse dieting is the secret to keeping weight off after a diet? In this episode, I break it all down. We’ll chat about what rever...
Episode 87. Bad Days Better
11 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I discuss the idea of focusing less on perfecting the "good" days and more on making small improvements when things aren’...
Episode 86. New Years Resolutions
29 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I dive into New Year’s resolutions and how to make them actually work. It’s all about setting realistic, specific goals and using ...
Episode 85. Fermented Foods
19 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I dive into the fascinating world of fermented foods and their benefits—especially for gut health. I chat about different types, lik...
Episode 84. Butter vs. Margarine
13 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I tackle the butter vs. margarine debate and why the answer isn’t as simple as it used to be. We’ll explore what’s changed, wha...
Episode 83: Full Fat vs. Low Fat Dairy
06 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Bite Me Nutrition podcast, I dig into the low-fat vs. full-fat dairy debate and unpack some of the myths and misconceptions aro...
Episode 82: Christmas Food with Jenna Stein
30 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I catch up with Jenna Stein, one of the dietitians at Bite Me Nutrition, to talk about the challenges of staying on track with nutrit...
Episode 81: Protein Powder & Breastfeeding
22 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, I chat about the big question: is protein powder safe while breastfeeding? It’s not a simple yes or no, but there are some key...
Episode 80: How to Drink Enough Water
15 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Bite Me Nutrition podcast, I dive into why hydration matters, busting common myths and sharing practical tips to keep your flui...
Episode 79: Diet Breaks
10 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I chat about the concept of diet breaks—what they actually are, why they’re important when you’re trying to lose fat, and how to...
Episode 78: Protein Water
26 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’m diving into all things protein water—breaking down the common questions and busting a few misconceptions along the way. I’l...
Episode 77: Protein Added Foods
18 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I dive into the importance of protein in our diets, especially when it comes to foods with added protein. I break down the difference...
Episode 76: Fat Loss Without Tracking
11 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this chat, I talk about some effective ways to lose body fat without having to track calories. While calorie tracking can be helpful, it’s not f...
Episode 75: The Chocolate Rules
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this chat, I talk about the 'Chocolate Rules,' a set of tips I put together to help people manage their relationship with chocolate and o...
Episode 74: Cheat Meals
28 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ah cheat meals. They’ve been around for a long, long while. So long that I feel they’ve just become an accepted part of nutrition culture. But I...
Episode 73: Ultra Processed Foods
20 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve been worried about ultra processed foods, and whether they’re going to kill you, please listen to this. As always, it’s not as simple...
Episode 72: Weight Loss Plateaus
13 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Weight loss plateaus are annoying. One minute you’re kicking along, getting great progress and then suddenly BAM. Everything grinds to a halt. For...
Episode 71: The Placebo Effect
05 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I have always found the placebo effect fascinating. I think a lot of people completely underestimate just how powerful this effect can be, and what t...
Episode 70: What is “Just Enough”?
30 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This may be the shortest episode I’ve ever recorded, but it also contains a really practical strategy you can use to improve your diet and relations...
Episode 69: How big should my calorie deficit be?
23 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you want to lose body fat, you need to be in a calorie deficit, no ifs, ands or buts.BUT. How big should that deficit be? Is a smaller deficit bett...
Episode 68: Nutrition for IBS with Kat Georgeou
16 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Kat’s back, and she’s here to tell us all about IBS, the different types of IBS, how you might receive a diagnosis and what your next steps can be...
Episode 67: Ozempic
08 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Weight loss medications such as Ozempic are a huge topic of conversation right now, and understandably so.This new generation of weight loss medicatio...
Episode 66: Nutrition for ADHD with Jenna Stein
02 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jenna is back on the podcast, this time to give you the most practical strategies and ideas to support your nutrition if you’re navigating ADHD. St...
Episode 65: Nutritional Levers
25 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s been a while since I’ve done a short, sharp practical episode, so we’re back with one of my favourite strategies today.I’ve used the conc...
Ep. 64: Set Point Theory
19 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Set point theory suggests that individuals have a genetically predetermined weight range that their body is driven towards.Good thing this isn’t the...
Episode 63: Nutrition for Menopause Pt.2 with Kat Georgeou
15 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Kat’s back!After her first episode covering nutrition for menopause at a higher level, we’ve dived in deeper to some more specific topics like fat...
Episode 62: The Dirty Dozen
07 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Dirty Dozen is a list of the most “heavily pesticided produce” developed by the Environmental Working Group. Sounds pretty legit right?Wrong. ...
Episode 61: The Carnivore Diet
30 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The carnivore diet has blown up over the past few years, so it’s time we separate the fact from the hype. Is it really dangerous? Or is it a new, ex...
Episode 60: Dietary Nitrates
22 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
You might've heard in some contexts, nitrates can be really good for you.And then in other contexts, you’ve heard that nitrates are bad for you...
Episode 59: Food and Inflammation
14 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Food and inflammation is a hot (get it) topic at the moment.Like all hot topics, it’s encouraged a lot of silly people to say a lot of silly things....
Episode 58: Fasted Training with Jenna Stein
07 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s a myth that needs its own podcast. We are busting one final gym myth - is fasted training better for fat loss? You might be surprised!Time Sta...
Episode 57: Fat Loss and Life
31 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve ever had a weight loss goal, I suspect you’ve tried to eat a bit less, for a long block of time. Either an arbitrary block of time like ...
Episode 56: Kiwifruit & Constipation
24 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Constipation is not a fun time, and although there are lots of broad and important strategies that can help manage it, sometimes you just need that fi...
Episode 55: Nutrition for Anxiety and Depression with Jenna Stein
08 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There is a lot of chatter on social media about nutrition and its impact on mood disorders such as anxiety and depression. Some of the chatter is gre...
Episode 54: Everything Protein
27 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I get lots of protein questions, which is good because it’s important.But if you listen to this episode, you probably won’t have any more question...
Episode 53: Seed Oils
22 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I’m so sick of talking about these I made AI write this:In this episode, Jono discusses seed oils and addresses the claims made about their health e...
Episode 52: Nutrition for Menopause with Kat Georgeou
08 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Navigating hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause is a natural part of a woman's life, however it is unfortunately a topic that eith...
Episode 51: Eat More Resistant Starch
28 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
You may have heard of fibre, but have you heard of resistant starch?It’s an extra nifty fibre that your gut bugs actually love, with some surprising...
Episode 50: Gym Myths with Jenna Stein
07 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jenna is back to bust some of her least favourite gym nutrition myths.The gym nutrition space is filled with TONS of garbage marketing and information...
Episode 49: Help! I’ve Got Low Iron
01 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Iron is a notoriously tricky nutrient to get right. It can be tough to include enough in your diet and even then your iron levels may still not be whe...
Episode 48: How To Use The Scales
22 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Not everyone should be using the scales. But, if you’re someone who does use them, please listen to this episode. Using the scales may seem simple (...
Episode 47: Eat More Lentils
09 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Beans and legumes are some of the cheapest, healthiest foods we have available to us, so it makes sense to try and include them more often in our diet...
Episode 46: Help! I Ate Too Much
06 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Overeating is a very normal, natural thing to do, but it can leave you feeling a bit yuckHere are some quick tips to help you get back feeling better,...
Episode 45: Organic vs. Non-Organic
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The eternal struggle! Surely organic food MUST be healthier than non-organic food, right? RIGHT?!Well look, there’s actually a little more nuance re...
Episode 44: Fertility Nutrition with Stefanie Valakas
25 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you're on the path to parenthood or simply curious about optimising your well-being, today’s episode with Stefanie Valakas from The Die...
Episode 43: Shift Work with Kat Georgeou
11 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Shift work can be tough. Eating effectively on shift can be even tougher. Fortunately, Kat is here to help! She’s been a nurse for over 10 years A...
Episode 42: Can I Eat After 7pm?
02 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There’s lots of “information” floating around out there about when you should and shouldn’t eat. Some people say it doesn’t matter when you...
Episode 41: CrossFit Nutrition with Jenna Stein
13 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve ever done a CrossFit class you’ll know they can be… rough.Unfortunately, lots of people make things harder than they need to by missin...
Episode 40: Nutritionist vs. Dietitian with Alex Thomas
24 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I very, very, very regularly get asked what the difference between a dietitian and a nutritionist is. And as a dietitian… I don’t exactly know! S...
Episode 39: Food & Mental Health with Nicole Lippman-Barile
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The world of food and mental health is a messy one. On one side, we have lots of evidence suggesting that food does have an impact on mental health. ...
Episode 38: Body Image with Emilia Thompson
26 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you’re struggling with your body image or you’re completely unfamiliar with the term, Dr Emilia Thompson is here to unpack everything you ...
Episode 37: Does aspartame actually cause cancer?
21 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There has recently been a huge amount of buzz about the World HealthOrganisations updates on aspartame, a non-nutritive or “artificial” sweetener....
Episode 36: Weight Cuts with Aidan Muir
05 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Acute weight cuts (not to be confused with fat loss) are pretty fascinating.If done correctly, they can give an athlete a significant advantage. If do...
Episode 35: How to exercise more
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
While everyone’s out looking for the next golden bullet supplement, regular movement is standing in the corner trying to get your attention.It’s o...
Episode 34: Crossfit to Bodybuilding with Jess Coughlan
13 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You might know Jess Coughlan from her Crossfit successes, but things are looking a little different lately.Join us as we chat about Jess’ progressio...
Episode 33: Social Media Misinformation with Dr. Jess Stokes-Parish
23 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve spent more than 2 minutes on any social media app, you’ve probably scrolled through a lot of health and nutrition “information”.You ...
Episode 32: Top 5 Nutrition Mistakes
08 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I’ve seen over a thousand clients (#humblebrag) in my time as a dietitian.Although every individual is unique, these 5 mistakes are easily the most ...
Episode 31: IBS Supplements with Crystal Austin
26 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a very real, very frustrating condition that a number of people struggle with. Unfortunately, due to this, the worl...
Episode 30: Recovery Science with Dr Dean J Miller
17 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
While everyone’s looking for the next best diet, pill, powder or supplement to give them everlasting life, sleep and recovery are often criminally o...
Episode 29: Help! I'm In a Calorie Deficit But I'm Not Losing Weight
29 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
“I’m in a calorie deficit but I’m not losing weight” is one of the most common phrases I hear, and I GET IT. That’s super frustrating. But...
Episode 28: Vegan Performance with James Newbury
21 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
James Newbury has done some pretty epic things. You probably know him thanks to his Crossfit days, but he’s also completed triathlons, marathons an...
Episode 27: Kids’ nutrition with Dr Kyla
09 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Please Dr Kyla to the podcast! She’s a paediatric dietitian with over a decade of experience helping families feed their kids. In this episode, we ...
Episode 26: Struggling With Bloating? This Is For You
02 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
One of the major “gut health” concerns I deal with is bloating, and for good reason. Bloating sucks. Regardless of the frequency or severity, it’...
Episode 25: Reflux
26 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Bite Me nutrition podcast, I want to share with you the first steps I would guide a client through if they come to me suffering...
Episode 24: Help! I Hate Breakfast
16 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When should you eat breakfast? What should you eat for breakfast? Should you even EAT breakfast?I get lots of questions about breakfast. LOTS. So, dea...
Episode 23: The Best Thing You Can Do For Your Nutrition
13 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the most click-baity podcast I’ve posted to date. I’m not sorry. I actually really do think it’s that important. If you are able to ...
Episode 22: How To Eat More
06 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
For some people, eating enough is just as hard as not eating too much. Unfortunately, it’s something that doesn’t get talked about nearly enough,...
Episode 21: Lowering Your Cholesterol
30 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the WORLD, and higher levels of cholesterol can increase our risk of cardiovascular disease so...
Episode 20: Protein Powders
14 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we’re talking all things protein powder because I get it. Supplement stores are terrifying. Even I’m terrified of them and I know a thing o...
Episode 19: Weekend Eating
06 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve ever uttered the words “my diet starts Monday”... this might just be the episode for you. This is a common topic of conversation with...
Episode 18: Lactose Intolerance
30 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
“I’ve never met anyone who is lactose intolerant who is serious about their lactose intolerance”.WHY can’t some of us tolerate it? What’s ac...