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The Ideal Nutrition Podcast

The Ideal Nutrition Podcast, hosted by Aidan Muir and Leah Higl, breaks down nutrition topics on a weekly basis. They combine an evidence-based approach with simple explanations and actionable take-away points.

Nutrition Health Health & Fitness
Update frequency
every 7 days
Average duration
18 minutes
Episodes
221
Years Active
2021 - 2025
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E219 - Can Omega-3s Improve Strength or Endurance Performance?

E219 - Can Omega-3s Improve Strength or Endurance Performance?

Dietitians Leah Heigl and Aidan Muir delve into the current research on whether Omega-3 supplementation provides any benefit to strength and endurance performance. 

 

(0:23) - Possible Mechanisms 

(1…

00:15:19  |   Thu 04 Sep 2025
E218: Low vs High Carb Diets for Body Composition: Does it Matter if Calories are Matched?

E218: Low vs High Carb Diets for Body Composition: Does it Matter if Calories are Matched?

Dietitians Aidan Muir and Leah Heigl discuss the impact of low versus high carbohydrate diets on body composition outcomes, particularly focusing on fat loss and muscle gain.

 

 

(1:26) - Theory of a…

00:16:52  |   Thu 28 Aug 2025
E217 - Gut Health Nutrition: Myth vs Fact

E217 - Gut Health Nutrition: Myth vs Fact

Dietitians Leah Heigl and Aiden Muir quickfire some common claims surrounding nutrition for gut health, determining the myths from the facts. 

 

(0:47) - Claim 1: Food Intolerance Tests 

(1:40) - Cla…

00:16:11  |   Fri 22 Aug 2025
E216 - Collagen for Skin Health

E216 - Collagen for Skin Health

Dietitians Aidan Muir & Leah Higl discuss the role of collagen supplementation in skin health. They cover the mechanisms behind collagen and skin health, appropriate dosages, and present arguments fo…

00:10:43  |   Thu 14 Aug 2025
E215 - Neurodivergent Nutrition

E215 - Neurodivergent Nutrition

Dietitians Aidan Muir and Leah Heigl delve into the complexities of neurodivergent nutrition. They discuss the unique challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals and share strategies for managing …

00:39:11  |   Thu 07 Aug 2025
E214 - Should You Take Zinc for Immunity

E214 - Should You Take Zinc for Immunity

Dietitians, Leah Higl & Aidan Muir, explore the role of zinc in boosting immunity and whether it can prevent the common cold or reduce its severity and duration.

 

(0:00) - Introduction

(0:34) - How …

00:12:12  |   Thu 31 Jul 2025
E213 - Pre-Workout Nutrition

E213 - Pre-Workout Nutrition

Sports Dietitians, Aidan Muir Leah Higl, take deep dive into how you can optimise your pre-workout nutrition.

 

(0:00) - Introduction & Background 

(0:56) - Goals of Pre-workout Nutrition & Who Would…

00:23:53  |   Thu 24 Jul 2025
E212 - 8 Nutrients You Might Not Be Getting Enough Of

E212 - 8 Nutrients You Might Not Be Getting Enough Of

Dietitians, Aidan Muir & Leah Higl, explore eight key nutrients that are commonly under-consumed. They dive into how that may be impacting your health, and provide practical tips for ensuring adequat…

00:25:56  |   Thu 17 Jul 2025
E211 - Insulin – A Deep Dive from a Health and Body Composition Perspective

E211 - Insulin – A Deep Dive from a Health and Body Composition Perspective

Dietitians, Leah Higl and Aidan Muir, dive into the complex topic of insulin. This episode explores insulin's role in regulating blood glucose, its impact on body composition, and common misconceptio…

00:25:50  |   Thu 10 Jul 2025
E210 - The Role of Protein in Fat Loss (And How Much You Need)

E210 - The Role of Protein in Fat Loss (And How Much You Need)

Dietitians, Aidan Muir & Leah Higl, discuss the role of protein in fat loss, emphasising its satiating properties, its impact on muscle retention, and the recommended intake for optimal results. 

 

(…

00:12:33  |   Thu 03 Jul 2025
E209 - Rapid Fire Nutrition Tips

E209 - Rapid Fire Nutrition Tips

Dietitians, Leah Higl and Aidan Muir, share rapid-fire nutrition tips covering a wide range of topics.

 

(0:00) - Introduction

(0:46) - BCAAs 

(1:22) - Meal Timing & Appetite Management 

(2:44) - Oth…

00:26:24  |   Thu 26 Jun 2025
E208 - Do Women Benefit from Creatine More than Men?

E208 - Do Women Benefit from Creatine More than Men?

Sports Dietitians, Leah Higl and Aidan Muir, explore the question of whether women benefit more from creatine supplementation compared to men. 

 

(0:00) - Introduction & Background

(1:34) - Why Women…

00:10:29  |   Thu 19 Jun 2025
E207 - Should We Worry About the MTHFR Gene?

E207 - Should We Worry About the MTHFR Gene?

Dietitians, Aidan Muir & Leah Higl, unpack what you need to know about the MTHFR gene, a common genetic variation affecting folate metabolism. 

 

(0:00) - Introduction

(1:29) - What Is the MTHFR Gene…

00:13:30  |   Thu 12 Jun 2025
E206 - Reasons Why Your Calorie Deficit Might No Longer Be a Calorie Deficit

E206 - Reasons Why Your Calorie Deficit Might No Longer Be a Calorie Deficit

Dietitians, Aidan Muir & Leah Higl, discuss the reasons why a caloric deficit may stop yielding fat loss results. They explore various factors such as metabolic adaptation, changes in energy expendit…

00:14:35  |   Thu 05 Jun 2025
E205 - Can Probiotics Help with Bloating and IBS?

E205 - Can Probiotics Help with Bloating and IBS?

Dietitians, Leah Higl and Aidan Muir, explore the role of probiotics in managing bloating and IBS. They define probiotics, discuss their mechanisms of action, and review recent research findings that…

00:11:36  |   Thu 29 May 2025
E204 - Gut Health and Mental Health: The Connection Explained

E204 - Gut Health and Mental Health: The Connection Explained

Dietitians, Aidan Muir & Leah Higl, dive into the intricate relationship between gut health and mental health. They explore the bi-directional connection between the gut and brain, emphasising how gu…

00:17:50  |   Thu 22 May 2025
E203 - How Much Does Alcohol Affect Muscle Growth?

E203 - How Much Does Alcohol Affect Muscle Growth?

Dietitians, Leah Heigl & Aidan Muir, explore the effects of alcohol on muscle growth and recovery. They discuss the overall mechanisms that may impact it, and what the overall impact is according to …

00:09:14  |   Thu 15 May 2025
E202 - Nutrition Requirements Through Aging: Increased Protein Through Anabolic Resistance, Calcium and Iron Changes, etc.

E202 - Nutrition Requirements Through Aging: Increased Protein Through Anabolic Resistance, Calcium and Iron Changes, etc.

Dietitians, Aidan Muir & Leah Higl, discuss the various nutritional requirements that change as we age. 

 

(0:00) - Introduction & Disclaimer

(1:12) - Anabolic Resistance

(3:23) - Calcium

(6:07) - Ir…

00:13:43  |   Thu 08 May 2025
E201 - Should Endurance Athletes Take Creatine?

E201 - Should Endurance Athletes Take Creatine?

Sports Dietitians, Leah Higl and Aidan Muir, explore whether it's worthwhile for endurance athletes to take creatine. They discuss the common concerns surrounding creatine supplementation, its mechan…

00:09:46  |   Thu 01 May 2025
E200 - Special Episode: Non-Nutrition Q&A

E200 - Special Episode: Non-Nutrition Q&A

In this milestone episode 200 of the Ideal Nutrition podcast, Dietitians Aidan Muir and Leah Higl engage in a personal Q&A session, exploring various topics beyond nutrition. 

 

(0:00) - Introduction

00:24:39  |   Thu 24 Apr 2025
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