2021
Weight stigma. Presented by Jo Money APD
The socially acceptable prejudice Compared to other forms of prejudice, like race and sex, being openly intolerant to people who are in large bodies is generally acceptable, which is why weight stigma is often referred to as the last socially acceptable prejudice. Jo argues that the dominate beliefs in western…
2021
Two weight management case studies by Amanda Clarke, AdvAPD
Anthea Talliopoulos, APD
With weight management being a very common reason for dietetic referral, it is crucial that we address this area with confidence, meeting the client where they are at. Clients have often presented having tried numerous fad diets and unsuccessful weight-loss journeys, being willing to try whatever it takes to lose…
2021
Body composition manipulation case study by Rebekka Frazer, APD, AccSD
Anthea Talliopoulos, APD
Body composition manipulation through a reduction in fat mass and an increase in muscle mass is a common physical goal. At times, clients initially present feeling frustrated that they have not achieved the goals they were aiming for. As dietitians, it is crucial that we have a collaborative approach, reviewing…
2021
Professional development in the time of COVID - the rise of the webinar
Before COVID upended our lives in 2020, webinars made up around 30% of professional development for most of the dietitians answering our 2019 survey. Two years on, that picture has changed: in our 2021 survey 93% of dietitians surveyed said that recorded webinars and online presentations provided most of their professional…
2021
Supporting body image concerns, professional development for EPs
ESSA accredited 1 CPD point professional development focussed on supporting body image concerns and promoting inclusivity in our practice. Heartful and progressive content with contributions from both Exercise Physiologists and our Dietitian colleagues. Exercise addiction When movement becomes harmful. Liz Hewett AEP Health At Every Size® An introduction for Exercise…
2021
Surviving the first year- a graduate’s reflections
Anthea Talliopoulos, APD
The first year out as a graduate dietitian is a steep learning curve. At times, it can feel intimidating and we can even question our competence as a clinician. After working in private practice over the past year, I’m sharing some of my experiences to help motivate new graduates, and…
2021
Invisible illnesses
An invisible illness is a physical, mental or neurological condition that is not usually visible from the outside. These conditions can limit or challenge a person’s movements, senses, or activities. Education in Exercise has a series of ESSA Accredited 1 CPD point presentations to watch on invisible illnesses. Pain science in…
2021
Calcium balance: Ca, Vitamin D and PTH by Dr Marcela Nascimento MD, MAACB
Anthea Talliopoulos, APD
Calcium is a critical mineral of the body, required for the normal functioning of the body including energy production, cell proliferation and apoptosis, hormone secretion, nerve conduction, muscle contraction, coagulation, and healthy bones and teeth. The physiology of calcium balance within the body is complex, being impacted by numerous factors…
2021
Standard tests for vitamins and minerals by A/Prof Ken Sikaris BSc (Hons), MBBS, FRCPA, FAACB, FFSc
Anthea Talliopoulos, APD
Interpreting vitamin and mineral tests can be challenging, and in requesting tests as dietitians, it is important that we can justify the reason for testing. It is also crucial that in interpreting laboratory results and interpreting biochemical markers that we can alter our dietary plan and/or alter the supplement regimens…
2021
Review- Health at Every Size®- An introduction for AEPs. Presented by Meg McClintock APD
Practising under a weight centric approach doesn’t mean weight is the only focus of the intervention, rather it describes an underlying belief that better health is accessed through maintaining or achieving a ‘healthy weight’. Health at Every Size® (HAES) challenges this assumption that weight is a reflection of health behaviours…