EP3: Dr. Skye Marshall: Wellness, Health & Beyond In A World Of Dietetics & Nutrition

Dr. Skye Marshall: Wellness, Health & Beyond in a World of Dietetics & Nutrition

In this episode, we meet with Dr. Skye Marshall, Scientific and Education Director at Nutrition Research Australia, and talk about how she got started in her journey on becoming a dietitian and researcher. Dr. Marshall also touches on the importance of studies that she has been involved in together with WeightLoss Solutions Australia, particularly with the ENvISage Project and Project GRIT.

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1:38 – Dr. Marshall talks about how she went from a family of artists, Dr. Marshall to taking on an interest in photography and finally settling on nutrition and food science as a career.

8:29 – After working in rural country New South Wales as a dietitian for a few years, Dr. Marshall delved into the world of research, particularly in the area of bariatrics.

10:21 – ENvISaGE is a joint study being carried out with Dr. Marshall at the Bond University and WLSA, to explore endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty.

15:53 – The focus on the ENvISaGE study is not focused on weight loss, but how the quality of life has improved for people that have decided to explore the laparoscopic sleeve or ESG.

20:26 – Project GRIT, is a childhood obesity prevention study. GRIT stands for Growth, Resilience, Insights, and Thrive, and is a project by initiated by WLSA where children and adolescents aged between 9-15 were provided with exercise training, nutrition awareness and mindfulness techniques.

25:43 – Dr. Marshall shares what her tips are on achieving wellness in life such as connecting with oneself, connecting with family, and connecting with nature.

Wellness is being connected to your body, feeling that you really inhabit your body. And that you're part of it, that it's not something separate. Click To Tweet

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EP2: A Single Person’s Bariatric Surgery Decision Transformed A Multi-Generation Lifestyle

A Single Person's Bariatric Surgery Decision Transformed A Multi-Generation Lifestyle

In this episode, we look back at the life-changing decision Trish Bridgement made when she elected to go for Bariatric surgery in 2002. Trish wasn’t able to do the things that she had wanted to do and decided to change her health, wellness and life for the better. 18 years on, Trish leads an active lifestyle, playing with her grandchildren, travelling the world with her husband, Ron, and enjoying all that life has to give.

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2:32 – Trish made the life-changing decision for bariatric surgery in 2002, a revolutionary procedure for that time

5:13 – Tragic personal circumstances and stressors that led to Trish’s weight gain

7:09 – Life-changing benefits in Trish’s life post-bariatric surgery, including playtime with her grandchildren, being more confident in her career choices and participating in a 10km Noosa triathlon

12:10 – Being able to travel, sit on a plane comfortably, and not have to have additional knee or back surgery due to the weight loss

15:57 – Positive experiences now include buying clothes easily, dining in a restaurant without having to feel eyes on you, and eating healthier.

18:37 – Trish shares the positive impact her lifestyle change has had not only with her children but with her grandchildren

28:06 – Looking to the future, Trish shares what her plans are post-retirement.

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EP1: Australia Food Trends Over Three Decades: Cultures & Cuisines, Fresh Produce, Food Waste & More with Mark Normoyle

Australia Food Trends Over Three Decades: Cultures & Cuisines, Fresh Produce, Food Waste & More with Mark Normoyle

My first Wellness Warriors Podcast guest is the multi-award-winning Executive Chef Mark Normoyle. Mark has been working with me over the years to help inspire Australians to learn about our country’s amazing fresh produce, how to cook healthy meals at home and explore the flavours of the world through traditional and modern cuisines.

In this episode, we discussed food trends in Australia over the decades, how the hospitality industry caters to and influence consumers, our country’s farming technology, food waste, and what does organic really mean.
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1:40 – How you see food change over the period of time in Australia?

3:52 – The upsize culture where value for money means a bigger portion on the plate.

5:53 – The challenges with fast food, energy drinks and convenience.

8:54 – The landscape of fresh produce in Australia: Farming & Technology.

10:42 – Is it important to buy organic? Do we really understand what does organic mean and why is it important?

12:31 – When you hear the word Wellness relating to food, what are some of the things that come to mind for you?

13:21 – Mark’s chef journey and the change in cuisine.

16:09 – Are we evolving Australian signature cuisine?

17:12 – What is actually being done through hospitality venues to actually minimize food waste?

20:52 – Leftover Food For Charities That Feed Homeless.

23:08 – Helping Bariatric Patients Take Away The Fear of What Food Looks Like, To Teach #WeightLossWarriors That Food Is Fun, Delicious & Nutritious.

27:03 – Mark Normoyle’s view of “Wellness” and re-establishing that core value of eating around a dining table as a family.

27:54 – Re-establishing that core value of eating around a dining table as a family.

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