Brain Injury Bites

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  • Brain Injury Bites is a podcast based on the experiences of sustaining a brain injury and provides helpful hints and tips for injured people, their friends and family. The show is hosted by Brooke Trotter and Ashwini Kamath. Brooke was a pedestrian involved in a road traffic collision in May 2007, which left him with a severe traumatic brain injury. Ashwini is a Trustee and Chair for Headway Warrington and a Senior Associate Solicitor with over ten years of experience supporting families after brain injury.
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  • 28. An interview with Tony Ward: Dietician (Part 1)

    28. An interview with Tony Ward: Dietician (Part 1)
    Jul 23 2024

    In this episode of Brain Injury Bites, hosts Ashwini and Brooke are joined by Tony Ward, a dietitian from Neuro Rehab Nutrition with 19 years of experience. They discuss the nutritional deficiencies commonly found in individuals with brain injuries, the impact of brain injury on metabolism and muscle mass, and more.

    For a transcript, follow the link below:

    • Episode Transcript

    To keep up to date with our podcast, follow us on our social media accounts:

    • Twitter
    • Facebook
    • Instagram

    Contact details:

    • neurorehabnutrition.co.uk
    • tony@neurorehabnutrition.co.uk

    Helpful links:

    • Food Facts - British Dietetic Association (BDA)

    Notice:

    Information and other content provided in this Podcast should not be taken as providing medical advice or recommendations. Please always consult your doctor or treating team for medical advice.
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    32 mins
  • 29. An interview with Tony Ward: Dietician (Part 2)

    29. An interview with Tony Ward: Dietician (Part 2)
    Jul 23 2024

    In this episode of Brain Injury Bites, hosts Ashwini and Brooke talk with Tony Ward from Neuro Rehab Nutrition about the importance of credible dietary information and balanced nutrition post-brain injury. They discuss social media fads, highlight essential nutrients like omega-3s and antioxidants, and discuss the psychological aspects of eating. Featuring practical tips and success stories, this episode offers key insights for managing diet and recovery.

    For a transcript, follow the link below:

    • Episode Transcript

    To keep up to date with our podcast, follow us on our social media accounts:

    • Twitter
    • Facebook
    • Instagram

    Contact details:

    • neurorehabnutrition.co.uk
    • tony@neurorehabnutrition.co.uk

    Helpful links:

    • Food Facts - British Dietetic Association (BDA)

    Notice:

    Information and other content provided in this Podcast should not be taken as providing medical advice or recommendations. Please always consult your doctor or treating team for medical advice.
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    25 mins
  • 26. An interview with Sian Riley: Dietician (Part 1)

    26. An interview with Sian Riley: Dietician (Part 1)
    Feb 6 2024

    In this episode of Brain Injury Bites, Ashwani and Brooke are joined by Sian Riley from Red Pepper Nutrition. Sian is a dietician specialising in rehabilitation with a focus on brain injury. They discuss the importance of nutrition in the rehabilitation journey, the impact of smell and taste loss after brain injury, and strategies to improve the eating experience.

    For a transcript, follow the link below:

    • Episode Transcript

    To keep up to date with our podcast, follow us on our social media accounts:

    • Twitter
    • Facebook
    • Instagram

    Contact details:

    • www.redpeppernutrition.com
    • sian@redpeppernutrition.com

    Helpful links:

    • Fifth Sense Charity - https://www.fifthsense.org.uk/
    • AbScent Charity - https://abscent.org/
    • The 5 basic tastes and why they matter to us - https://www.redpeppernutrition.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/red-pepper-nutrition-5-basic-tastes-why-they-matter.pdf

    Notice:

    Information and other content provided in this Podcast should not be taken as providing medical advice or recommendations. Please always consult your doctor or treating team for medical advice.
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    26 mins

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Really helpful an practical Gentle style of delivery. and useful insights , serious and good humoured.

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