2025
An update on ARFID presented by Copeland Winten, APD, PhD candidate
Copeland uses her clinical experience and PhD research to outline the diagnostic criteria, phenotypes, screening tools, and clinical risks associated with ARFID. The presentation is framed within a weight-neutral, trauma-informed, and neuro-affirming approach, allowing dietitians to recognise ARFID beyond traditional eating disorder presentations. Copeland describes valuable practical tools including the…
2025
Perfectionism and compulsive exercise presented by Professor Sarah Egan
A CBT approach: central model for compulsive exercise, perfectionism and eating disorder pathology Perfectionism is a concept many dietitians will be familiar with, yet its impact is often under-recognised and opportunities to address it remain underexplored. Professor Sarah Egan offers insight to perfectionism and its association to compulsive exercise, both…
2025
Invisible illnesses presented by Luke Hassan APD
An overview for dietitians Have you heard of invisible illnesses? Conditions like POTS, MCAS, EDS, and HSD might sound familiar. These—and others—are known as invisible illnesses. They are invisible because they don’t typically have physical or diagnostic markers, yet their impact on an individual’s health and quality of life can…
2025
Size inclusive fitness presented by Louise Green
Form and physiology for larger bodies Size Inclusive Fitness shifts us towards a size-inclusive, client-centered practice. Louise Green challenges weight bias and equips us with practical tools facilitate exercise experiences for all bodies. This isn’t just professional development—it’s a call to action. For movement professionals committed to equity in fitness,…
2025
Presentations on renal nutrition
Our collection of presentations featuring expert renal dietitians are: Designed to support dietitians in building confidence and competence in renal nutrition. Practical, evidence-based and independent. Haemodialysis case study, Anthony Meade, Advanced Renal Dietitian Renal nutrition basics Part 1, Assoc. Professor Kelly Lambert, PhD, AdvAPD Renal nutrition MNT Part 2, Assoc.…
2025
The gut microbiome and inflammatory bowel disease presented by Professor David Cameron-Smith
Professor David Cameron-Smith explores the complex interplay between the human gut microbiome and inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD), including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. Drawing from recent research and international consensus guidelines, he outlines the challenges in identifying causative microbial pathways, and evaluates the current role of diet, probiotics, prebiotics, and…
2025
Haemodialysis case study presented by Anthony Meade, Advanced Renal Dietitian
An expert in renal dietetics, Anthony shares a practical and clinically rich haemodialysis case study using the ADIME approach (Assessment, Diagnosis, Intervention, Monitoring, Evaluation). He demonstrates how to assess and manage a client on haemodialysis experiencing high interdialytic weight gains, elevated potassium and phosphate, inconsistent protein intake, low fibre and…
2025
Ultra-processed foods: health implications and professional ethics
Evidence and health implications: ‘Evidence from over 500 studies across more than 14 countries and summarised in 23 systematic reviews published to date, shows consumption of ultra-processed foods is a major contributor to the global burden of disease’ Ultra-processed foods: Policy Position Statement. Canberra: Public Health Association of Australia; 2023.…
2025
Parkinson’s disease: Part 2. Presented by Amy Neill, APD
In the second part of her Parkinson’s disease series, dietitian Amy Neill builds on the clinical foundations laid in part one, shifting the focus to practical nutrition strategies and emerging dietary patterns. She introduces the MIND and Mediterranean diets, highlighting their potential to delay symptom progression and support cognitive health…
2025
Compulsive exercise presented by Professor Sarah Egan
Perfectionism and a cognitive behavioural approach Compulsive exercise—let’s take a closer look, and explore its connection to perfectionism. Clinical psychologist and researcher Professor Sarah Egan offers a clear, evidence-based exploration of compulsive exercise: what it is, how it operates, and why it persists. Drawing on cognitive behavioural theory, she examines…