Episode 49: What are Postbiotics?

Postbiotics can be a valuable addition to support optimal gut health. Gut microbiome can be influenced by the addition of pre/pro and postbiotics. But what are? Leading Paediatric Dietitian and gut health expert Karina Savages teaches you!

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Episode 46: Toddler and kids snacks

Quick Easy Toddler Snacks are SO important - but can be so hard to find in the supermarket! Nowadays there is so much rubbish on the supermarket shelf, marketed as healthy, when really it's not!! As parents we have to be super savvy in the supermarket to know which foods are nutritious and which to leave on the shelf. Learn with Karina as she shares her valuable knowledge on this topic!

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Episode 45: Easy Healthy Food Swaps When Eating Out

Quick Easy Food Swaps are important, so that we can support healthy eaters, but still have fun going out! Leading Dietitian Karina Savage shares her tips on how to make healthier choices when dining out - that doesn't make you feel like you're missing out! Feeding Kids can be a little easier with the right people in your corner! Listen to this episode of The Easy Feed now!

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Episode 44: Things to Be Mindful of When Reading Kids' Food Labels

Leading Paediatric Dietitian, Karina Savage teaches you how to navigate tricky food labels on kids snacks - which can feel overwhelming at times. She shares tips on what to look out for when choosing foods for your little ones, especially when it comes to avoiding hidden sugars and picking products that truly nourish their growing bodies.

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Episode 42: 3 things that I would and wouldn't change about feeding my kids

Karina Savage shares honest reflections from her experience as both a paediatric dietitian and a mum. She discusses common feeding mistakes she would avoid—like putting pressure around food, assuming kids won’t eat certain meals, and stopping exposure too early—alongside positive habits she would keep, including eating together as a family, making food fun, and consistently including colourful, nutrient-rich foods in children’s diets.

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Episode 41: Boosting Your Child's Immune System

Karina Savage explores how parents can support children’s immune health naturally, especially during winter illness season. She explains the strong link between gut health and immunity, and shares practical nutrition strategies including fibre-rich foods, whole grains, fruits, vegetables, herbs, spices, and vitamin C sources. Karina also discusses helpful lifestyle habits, fermented foods, and when supplements like probiotics or vitamin D may be useful—while emphasising that consistent, everyday nutrition is the strongest foundation for a healthy immune system.

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Episode 40: Fueling Sporty Kids

Episode 40 of the Easy Feed Podcast is all about nutrition for sporty kids. We break down how to keep active children fueled with the right balance of carbs, protein, fruits, veg, and fluids for better energy and performance. You’ll learn why everyday whole foods matter more than supplements. Simple habits can make a big difference in how kids feel, train, and recover.

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Episode 39: Navigating the Supermarket Aisle!

Karina Savage takes you on a walk through the supermarket, showing how to spot hidden sugar, salt, and misleading “healthy” labels in everyday foods. She shares quick tips on choosing better options like sourdough bread, frozen vegetables, and lower-sugar yogurts and snacks. The episode also explains how to read labels fast without getting overwhelmed. Overall, it’s about making simple, realistic food swaps to help kids eat better long-term.

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Episode 37: Why many toddler snack foods are unhealthy

Many toddler snacks in supermarkets are marketed as healthy but are actually high in added sugar, salt, and highly processed ingredients. Labels like “no added sugar” can be misleading due to fruit concentrates and pastes that still act like sugar. The key is to check sugar, sodium, and ingredients list per 100g and choose simpler, whole-food options when possible.

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Episode 36: How to Reduce Your Baby's Risk of Developing a Food Allergy

Episode 36 of the Easy Feed Podcast explains how to reduce the risk of food allergies in babies by supporting healthy gut and immune development early in life. Karina Savage highlights factors like genetics, birth method, antibiotics, and maternal diet, and recommends breastfeeding if possible, introducing allergens early, and offering whole, minimally processed foods. She also notes that probiotics may help high-risk babies build better immune tolerance.

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Episode 35: Cracking open Egg Nutrition!

This episode highlights eggs as a highly nutritious food for children and adults, rich in protein, choline, vitamin D, and other essential nutrients found mainly in the yolk. It explains how eggs support brain development and satiety, while also clarifying that they have minimal impact on cholesterol for most healthy people. The episode also shares practical ways to introduce and prepare eggs safely for babies, including early allergen exposure to help reduce the risk of egg allergy.

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Episode 34: Is Canned Fish Healthy?

This episode explores whether canned fish is healthy, explaining that it’s a nutritious, affordable, and versatile source of protein and omega-3s important for brain development in children and adults. It highlights that both spring water and oil options have benefits, but attention should be paid to sodium levels and mercury content depending on age and pregnancy status. Overall, it encourages regular inclusion of low-mercury canned fish like tuna and salmon while balancing safety, variety, and sustainability.

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Episode 33: Oils ain't Oils!! Which Oil is Best?

In this episode, Karina Savage breaks down which cooking oils are healthiest, explaining the differences between extra virgin olive oil, avocado oil, and highly processed seed oils. She highlights the importance of omega-3 balance, minimal processing, and avoiding vegetable oils for better long-term health. The episode also offers practical tips on choosing, storing, and using oils in everyday cooking.

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Episode 32: Five Reasons You Might Be Feeling Stuck Feeding Your Children Despite Trying Everything

You’re listening to the Easy Feed Podcast, episode 32, where Karina Savage explores five reasons parents feel stuck with feeding their children despite trying hard. She explains how unrealistic expectations, developmental stages, inconsistent routines, parental anxiety, and lack of involvement can all contribute to mealtime struggles. The episode focuses on practical mindset shifts to move from stressful feeding situations toward calmer, more confident mealtimes.

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Episode 31: Mama Me Time, Looking After Mums

You’re listening to the Easy Feed Podcast, episode 31, where Karina Savage celebrates Mother’s Day and reflects on the emotional and practical load of motherhood. She encourages mums to practice self-compassion, drop comparison, and set realistic expectations to avoid burnout. The episode is a reminder that being present with love and time is enough for your children.

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