2022
Highlights and reflections on #DA2022 Nurture Extend Emerge
Kitty Wong, APD
Kitty Wong, APD shares her reflections on the Dietitians Australia conference with the themes Nurture, Extend, Emerge and Be Bold. As my first face-to-face conference and as an emerging dietitian, it was such an amazing experience to attend the conference. There were so many wonderful moments over four immersive days.…
2022
Reduced Appetite by Caity Smith-Gillis, APD
Anthea Talliopoulos, APD
The process of appetite regulation is complex, with an interplay between the brain and the body, being heavily influenced by psychological factors, as well as medications and medical conditions. In addressing reduced appetite, it is crucial that the underlying cause is attended to, as this will significantly impact the ability…
2022
A caution on vitamin B6 supplementation
Vitamin B6 is the generic name for six compounds with vitamin B6 activity: pyridoxine, pyridoxal, pyridoxamine, pyridoxal 5’ phosphate (PLP) and pyridoxamine 5’ phosphate (PMP). It is a water-soluble vitamin naturally present in many foods, added to others, and available as a supplement. The functions of vitamin B6 include: 100…
2022
Movement for child development. Presented by Liz Dawson AEP
Engaging kids in exercise impacts all key areas of development If you’d like the chance to get excited about engaging kids in more exercise, then you are in the right place. Kids Heart Pilates founder, Exercise Physiologist Liz Dawson brings her wealth of experience to introduce us to the impact…
2022
An update on pain science in action with Daniel Arbilla, AEP
It’s been a year since Education in Exercise released the very popular and ever-relevant Pain science in action presented by Daniel Arbilla AEP of The Knowledge Exchange and Barbell Psychology. Pain science in action is freely available and accredited by ESSA for 1 CPD point We caught up with Daniel for…
2022
Type 2 diabetes: assessment and planning of care by Ivan Chan, APD
Anthea Talliopoulos
In assisting clients living with type 2 diabetes, it is crucial that we integrate client-centred care, meeting the client where they are at and equipping them with self-management and self-care strategies. As clinicians, our default mindset may be to aim to ‘fix’ conditions, although the practical implications of this are…
2022
Serum calcium results, dietary intake and bone health
Calcium is a critical mineral required for normal body functions including energy production, cell proliferation and apoptosis, hormone secretion, nerve conduction, muscle contraction, coagulation, and of course, healthy teeth and bones. Ninety nine percent of calcium is found within the skeleton, with only 1% in soft tissues. This means that…
2022
Rural dietetic practice by Corrina Michael, APD
Anthea Talliopoulos, APD
Rural dietetics is undeniably a constantly engaging, evolving and very rewarding line of work. While regional work may initially appear as isolating, dietitians working in this sector have capabilities which can transform healthcare settings, making a meaningful impact on not only individuals but also communities through a collaborative approach. In…
2022
Yoga-informed exercise for mental health. Presented by Dr Jacinta Brinsley AEP
Principles and practice tools to enhance the impact of your prescription These ideas are universal. Whether or not you work in the mental health space, or have a particular interest in yoga, this professional development integrates a handful of important concepts that will be relevant to your practice. Establishing…
2022
Enteral nutrition case studies, Sarah Marfurt, APD
Anthea Talliopoulos, APD
With different feeding modes, potential complications, ethical considerations, and often multiple comorbidities to consider, enteral nutrition can be a confusing space to navigate. However, advocating for an enteral feed and supporting patients in the long-term management of their nutrition can have a significant impact on their nutritional status. While an…