NUTRITION CONVERSATIONS
The Podcasts from the Canadian Nutrition Society/la Société canadienne de nutrition (CNS/SCN) feature evidence-based information from healthcare providers and subject matter experts.
*New episodes are released at the end of each month
Sponsored podcasts have no part in the development of the podcast questions nor in the resulting discussions.
Season 1, Episode 6
Unpacking Canada’s Move Against Unhealthy Food Marketing to Children with Dr. Mavra Ahmed
Original Air Date: July 31, 2023
With the increase in the use of digital devices also comes with the harmful impact of digital marketing for unhealthy food and beverage products, particularly to children, affecting their attitudes, habits, dietary intakes, and health. Dr. Mavra Ahmed is a Research Fellow in the Department of Nutritional Sciences at the University of Toronto and at the Joannah and Brian Lawson Centre for Child Nutrition. Her research on the food and nutrition policy initiatives at the population level has contributed to improvements in the Canadian food environment. She is also passionate about developing equitable population level interventions to enable healthier dietary decision-making. She also teaches an excellent and newly developed course on public health nutrition and food policy at York University. In this episode, Dr. Ahmed will discuss restriction of marketing unhealthy foods to children.
Season 1, Episode 5
Carving out your Career Path: Lessons Learned
Original Air Date: June 02, 2023
One of the biggest challenges that students face in their training is figuring out what path to take, what skills to obtain, and how to get started on their career journey. Megan Nechanicky, RD, MSc is the Nutrition Manager for North America Retail and Global Health & Wellness communications at General Mills, providing strategic direction for business and R&D partners related to health and wellness. Jean-Philippe Drouin-Chartier, PhD, RD is an assistant professor in the Faculty of Pharmacy at Université Laval and researcher in the Centre Nutrition, Santé et Société (NUTRISS) focusing on the prevention and management of cardiometabolic diseases with diet and medication. Shirin Panahi, PhD is the Scientific Director at the Canadian Nutrition Society where she provides scientific leadership, guidance for programs and educational initiatives and is adjunct professor at Université Laval focusing on the role of diet and its components in the prevention and management of obesity. William Yan, PhD is a Scientist Emeritus from Health Canada where he was Director of the Bureau of Nutritional Sciences in the Food Directorate and led several high profile ministerial priorities under the Healthy Eating Strategy. Dr. Yan has also been an adjunct and part-time professor at the University of Ottawa for over 25 years. In this episode, these panelists, from major career areas in nutrition, discuss the invaluable lessons they have learned during their inspiring career paths, exploring the intersections of nutrition, research, and personal growth. This podcast is supported by the CIHR INMD Training and Support Grant.
Season 1, Episode 4
Understanding eating behaviours to promote healthy eating, metabolic health and body weight management with Dr. Vicky Drapeau
Original Air Date: April 28, 2023
WHAT we eat and HOW we eat includes determinants such as the environment and genetics, which influence appetite and body weight control, metabolic health and eating behaviours in children and adults. Dr. Vicky Drapeau is a professor in the Département d’éducation physique at Université Laval, a dietitian, co-founder and co-ordinator of the Clinique de nutrition and Scientific Director of the sustainable health consultation committee at the university. Dr. Drapeau’s current research is supported by CIHR, SSHRC, and Dairy Farmers of Canada. In this episode, Dr. Drapeau will discuss the role of certain foods in body weight management, metabolic health, and eating behaviours. This podcast is sponsored by Dairy Farmers of Canada.
Season 1, Episode 3
New perspectives on the role of dairy in type 2 diabetes with Dr. Anthony Hanley
Original Air Date: April 11, 2023
Roughly 90% of Canadians with diabetes are living with type 2 diabetes. There is growing evidence suggesting a protective role of dairy products in diabetes risk. Dr. Anthony Hanley is a Professor in the Department of Nutritional Sciences at the University of Toronto, and a Scientist at the Leadership Sinai Centre for Diabetes at Mt. Sinai Hospital. Dr. Hanley’s research is supported by Diabetes Canada, the Canadian Institutes for Health Research, Dairy Farmers of Canada, and the University of Toronto Banting and Best Diabetes Centre. In this episode, Dr. Hanley will discuss his perspectives on the role of dairy in type 2 diabetes. This podcast is sponsored by Dairy Farmers of Canada.
Season 1, Episode 2
The role of the food matrix and meal combinations in metabolic health and appetite control with Dr. G. Harvey Anderson
Original Air Date: March 08, 2023
Whole foods and meal combinations need consideration in postprandial glycemic and appetite control. There is also a need to improve nutritional quality of highly processed plant-based substitutes for dairy and other animal products. Caution in selecting plant-based processed products is important and regulations and labelling also need attention. Dr. Harvey Anderson is a Professor of Nutritional Sciences and Physiology, University of Toronto and Director of the NSERC University-Industry PFSRNA. In this episode, Dr. Anderson will explore the role of the food matrix and meal combinations in metabolic and appetite control. This podcast is sponsored by Dairy Farmers of Canada.
Season 1, Episode 1
A Primer on Protein, Exercise and the Latest Research with Dr. Stuart Phillips
Original Air Date: March 06, 2023
Maintaining muscle mass is one of the key elements of longevity. As we age, our protein requirements increase, but that is only part of the picture. Exercise is a key ingredient too. Dr. Stuart Phillips is a Tier 1 Canada Research Chair in Skeletal Muscle Health, Professor of Kinesiology at McMaster University, and Director of the McMaster University Physical Activity Centre of Excellence. In this inaugural conversation, Dr. Phillips will dive into aging, muscle loss and the increased importance of dietary protein and exercise.