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Dietitian Tyler Brooks revisits the groundbreaking weight loss drug retatrutide, exploring its mechanisms, clinical trial results, safety profile, and potential to revolutionise obesity treatment. (1:23) - Background on Retatrutide (4:09) - Mechanisms of Retatrutide (14:03) - The Research So Far (19:56) - Side Effects (26:53) - Summary & Clinical Considerations (32:45) - Weight Regain Research   Tyler Brooks @lift_dietetics @insightswithidealnutrition

Dietitians Tyler Brooks and Aidan Muir explore the newer research on the benefits of acute, high dose creatine, in the context of sleep deprivation, concussions and cognitive health. Tyler and Aidan give practical tips for taking high doses of creatine while avoiding gastrointestinal upset. (1:26) - How Creatine Works in the Brain  (2:19) - Creatine and Sleep (10:39) - Creatine and Sports Performance (14:00) - Creatine and Concussions (24:56) - Populations Who May Benefit From High Dose Creatine (25:54) - Timing of High Dose Creatine (30:20) - Speculation on Vegan & Vegetarian Dietary Patterns (33:35) - Tips for Reducing GI Upset   Tyler Brooks @lift_dietetics Aidan Muir @aidan_the_dietitian @insightswithidealnutrition  @idealnutrition__

Dietitian Tyler Brooks unpacks all things iron related, including the different types, the role of iron in the body, why it can be hard to meet requirements through foods, populations at increased risk of deficiency, best approaches to replenish low iron levels and more. (1:14) - What is Iron & The Different Types (3:59) - Roles of Iron in the Body (7:56) - Blood Tests for Iron  (20:16) - Why Is It Hard To Get Enough Iron Through Food? (25:26) - Factors Affecting Iron Absorption (28:37) - Populations With Increased Requirements (32:34) - Signs & Symptoms of Low Iron & Levels of Deficiency (36:22) - Iron Targets for Athletes (37:59) - Options to Replenish Iron Levels (48:19) - Final Takeaways Tyler Brooks @lift_dietetics @insightswithidealnutrition

Dietitian Tyler Brooks interviews pharmacist and founder of Batch Tested Supplements, Karen Brown. Karen offers expert insight into the intricacies of supplementing for athletes; the risks of taking both performance and health related supplements; the complexities of different types of supplement testing; and how athletes can minimise their risk of contamination. (00:59) Background on Karen & Batch Tested Supplements (8:25) Immune Support for Athletic Performance (13:24) HASTA Certificaton vs Third Party Testing (19:28) Examples of Potential Contamination Sources (23:02) The Intricacies of Testing  (29:34) Products & Naturally Occuring Substances to Watch Out For (35:48) Resources to Check Safe Options (38:17) Should the General Public Choose Tested Products Karen Brown www.batchtested.com.au Tyler Brooks @lift_dietetics @insightswithidealnutrition

Dietitian Tyler Brooks interviews Eliza Freney, a renowned sports dietitian working with the Australian Rugby Union. They discuss the intersection of nutrition and athletic performance, emphasizing the importance of clinical skills, individualized nutrition, and the role of supplements. Eliza shares her journey to working with elite athletes, foundational nutrition principles, and the significance of hydration, sleep, and anti-inflammatory foods, and much more!   (5:54) - Eliza's Journey to Working With the Wallabies (11:33) - Foundations of Nutrition for Athletes (15:10) - Electrolytes Supplements (18:31) - Higher Level Nurition Considerations for Athletes  (21:55) - Collagen Supplementation for Soft Tissue Injuries (27:24) - Supplements for Concussions (35:38) - The Importance of Omega 3s (41:00) - Extra Non-Negotiables for Athletes (43:13) - The Importance of Batch Tested Supplements for Athletes   Eliza Freney @therugbydietitian Tyler Brooks @lift_dietetics @insightswithidealnutrition

Dietitian Tyler Brooks delves into the controversial topic of testosterone boosters, including the biological processes behind testosterone production; nutrients and supplements which may impact production; and supplements to be wary of.  (1:23) - Tyler's Stance on Testosterone Boosters (3:13) - How Testosterone is Created (8:01) - Assessing Testosterone Levels in Blood Tests (12:55) - Nutrients to Benefit Testosterone Levels (19:27) - Problematic "Testosterone Boosters" (29:39) - Testosterone Myths & Misconceptions (33:38) - Practical Takeaways for Testosterone Levels Tyler Brooks @lift_dietetics @insightswithidealnutrition

Dietitian Tyler Brooks dives deep into the world of micronutrients and their role in athletic performance. He discusses the differences between recommended daily intake (RDI) and optimal intake for athletes, emphasizing the importance of context for nutrient requirements and individualisation for supplementation. --- (00:46) - What are Micronutrients? (3:33) - Can I Get Enough Micronutrients From Food? (5:32) - The Role of Micronutrients & Requirements for Athletes (10:20) - B Vitamins (18:41) - Magnesium (20:45) - Omega-3s  (24:45) - Iron (26:44) - Antioxidant Nutrients: Vitamin C, E, Zinc (31:26) - Vitamin D (33:23) - Are Vitamin Supplements Worthwhile for Athletes? --- Tyler Brooks @lift_dietetics @insightswithidealnutrition

Dietitian Tyler Brooks interviews Rosalie Orr, a dietitian specialising in performance nutrition. They discuss Rosie's journey into nutrition; the importance of micronutrients; the role of GLP-1 medications in weight management; and the potential of stem cell therapy; as well as the emerging field of precision nutrition and the significance of blood testing for athletes to optimise their health and performance.   (1:24) - Background on Rosie  (8:04) - The Importance of Micronutrients in Dieting (14:49) - Risks and Benefits of GLP-1 Medications (23:36) - Precision Nutrition and Stem Cell Research (36:28) - The Challenges of Testing and Accuracy (38:48) - The Enhanced Games and Safe Performance Enhancements (47:43) - The Importance of Medical Checks for Athletes (52:48) - Developing Performance Labs for Accessible Testing   Rosalie Orr @the.performance.dietitian Tyler Brooks @lift_dietetics Insights @insightswithidealnutrition

Dietitian Tyler Brooks interviews ISN sports nutritionist and bodybuilding prep coach Dan Yates to unpack all things reverse dieting. Tyler and Dan discuss how to safely and successfully navigate returning to maintenance post-competition. (0:00) - Background on Dan (4:48) - What is the Post-Comp Reverse Diet? (7:54) - Metabolic Adaptation During Extended Dieting (11:49) - The Theory Behind Reverse Dieting (14:44) - Example Scenario of Reverse Dieting (20:17) - Macronutrient Targets (22:32) - Practical Applications of Recovery Dieting (26:16) - The Role of GLP-1 Drugs (30:45) - Training Changes for Reverse Dieting (34:35) - Managing the Post-Show Rebound (40:45) - Managing Recovery Diets For Men vs Women (42:17) - Markers for Recovery (45:36) - The Importance of Routine Post-Show (50:13) - Final Recommendations for Prep and Recovery @insightswithidealnutrition Tyler Brooks @lift_dietetics

Dietitian Tyler Brooks discusses the intricacies of carb loading, exploring the physiological and psychological benefits; which types of athletes can benefit; and practical guidelines for implementation. (1:57) - What Is Carb Loading? (3:54) - Additional Benefits of Carb Loading (5:11) - What Type of Athletes Can Benefit?   (10:17) - Benefits Outside of Endurance Sports (15:30) - Psychological Benefits of Carb Loading (19:41) - How to Carb Load: Carbohydrate Targets (23:28) - Types of Carbohydrate Foods (29:33) - The "Don'ts" of Carb Loading Tyler Brooks @lift_dietetics @insightswithidealnutrition

Eating Disorder Credentialed dietitian Sophie Rindfleish and dietitian Tyler Brooks share insights into disordered eating, including: foundational treatment frameworks; the intersection of disordered eating in sports; red flags to watch out for; and practical strategies for recovery. (1:41) - Background on Sophie (6:57) - The RAVES Model & General Approaches to Treatment (12:29) - The Role of Social & Psychological Support (19:44) - Navigating Disordered Eating in Sports  (26:02) - Red Flags for Disordered Eating  (31:19) - Cultivating Your Social Media Feed (36:54) - The Journey to Intuitive Eating (47:40) - The (Viral) 5 Blocks of Chocolate Method (52:16) - Where to Find Sophie @insightswithidealnutrition Tyler Brooks: @lift_dietetics Sophie Rindfleish: @healthybodhealthymind

Dietitian Tyler Brooks gives some (mostly) rapid-fire answers to recent nutrition questions, exploring the nuance behind calories and macros, certain supplements, processed foods before training and more! (0:36) - Why Don't You Provide Calories & Macros? (5:04) - Why Don't I Feel Any Different After Taking Creatine? (7:21) - Why Do Dietitians Recommend Highly Processed Foods Before Training? (9:17) - If You Could Only Take One Supplement for the Rest of Your Life, What Would It Be? (10:56) - What is HDL vs LDL Cholesterol and Can I Improve Them Through Diet? (17:22) - Is 1,600 Calories Too Low for Dieting? (20:34) - Should I Spend Time at Maintenance After Finishing a Cut/Bulk Cycle? (23:39) - What Supplements Should I Be Taking for Triathlon? @insightswithidealnutrition Tyler Brooks: @lift_dietetics

Dietitian and powerlifter Tyler Brooks continues last week's discussion of the optimal healthy bulking phase, exploring the final two pillars: training considerations and time frames for bulking; and how to monitor progress alongside overall health metrics. Don't forget to check out the previous episode for a deep dive on the first two pillars!   (1:55) - Pillar 3: Training & Time Frames (2:42) - Recommendations for Training (3:38) - Expected Rate of Muscle Gain (7:25) - Training Experience & Corresponding Rates for Potential Muscle Gain  (9:18) - Balancing Fat Gain and Muscle Gain (11:05) - Tracking Progress (14:53) - Maximum Ceiling for Total Muscle Gain (17:05) - Minimum Time Frame for Bulking (18:36) - The Role of Cardio in a Bulk (26:30) - Pillar 4: Health & Progress Monitoring  (26:55) - Body Composition Checkpoints (30:37) - The Mini Cut  (32:54) - Key Takeaways: Checklist for the Perfect Bulk   Tyler Brooks: @lift_dietetics @insightswithidealnutrition

Dietitian and competitive powerlifter Tyler Brooks breaks down how to implement the perfect bulk phase, to maximise muscle gain while maintaining health. Tyler discusses the first two of four main pillars: the initial health assessment, and advanced nutritional strategies to maximise muscle and prevent fat gain. Stay tuned for part two to explore long-term health monitoring, timelines for bulking and training considerations.   (0:00) - The Theoretical Perfect Bulk (1:44) - The Four Pillars for the Perfect Bulk (3:49) - Pillar 1: The Pre-Bulk Audit  (4:51) - Body Fat Percentage & Readiness for a Bulk (13:19) - Other Baseline DEXA Markers (16:46) - Baseline Blood Test Markers (18:44) - Timelines for Muscle Growth (21:34) - Pillar 2: Advanced Nutritional Strategies (23:34) - Optimising Protein Intake (30:45) - The Role of Carbohydrates in Muscle Growth (34:54) - The Impact of Fats in a Calorie Surplus   Tyler Brooks: @lift_dietetics @insightswithidealnutrition

Dietitian Tyler Brooks and Physiotherapist Sam Meaney discuss the critical intersection of nutrition and physiotherapy in managing and recovering from injuries.   (0:00) - Introduction & Background on Sam (2:35) - Working with Clinical vs Performance Clients (5:41) - Body Weight and Joint Health (10:38) - The Role of Nutrition in Injury Treatment (14:38) - Collagen and Vitamin C  (21:57) - Anti-Inflammatory Medications  (28:25) - Cortisone Injections  (33:54) - Sam's Interest Areas in Physiotherapy (37:11) - Exercise Physiology vs Physiotherapy (40:55) - BPC 157 for Injury Healing (44:17) - Performance Enhancements and Technological Advances in Sport (51:27) - Omega 3 and Calcium for Healing and Recovery (57:51) - Protein: Is There a Ceiling for Safe and Effective Intake? (1:03:31) - The Criticsl Role of Sleep (1:12:11) - Mirror Learning for Injury Rehabilitation (1:14:32) - Where You Can Find Sam   Tyler Brooks: @lift_dietetics Sam Meaney: @samphysioperformance & @ideal_physio_and_performance