Podcast Episode #98: Cassie Mitchell PhD, RD, on Dietetics, Sport Nutrition, Calories, & Microbiome

"The information provided herein does not reflect the views of the NIH and NIDDK. Opinions expressed are those of Cassie Mitchell."

Guest correction: A master's degree will count towards hours for the CSSD, but is not currently required at this time. There are many eligibility routes for the CISSN, which are outlined on the ISSN (International Society of Sport Nutrition) website.

 

In this episode, Cassie Mitchell, PhD, RD, joins me to explain the differences and similarities between a Dietician and a Sports Nutritionist, and why finding a team of nutrition experts is the best route for athletes. We also talk about the pro's and con's of Calorie counting and macro tracking, and some of the potential issues that can come up with weight-category athletes or with sports that have an emphasis on a specific body size or type. She also explains why it is so important to have a dietary plan in place for when competitive training and competing come to an end. We also cover what athletes should know about the gut microbiome, gut health, prebiotics, and probiotics, as well as how specific hormones can have direct and indirect effects on body weight and body composition.

Cassie holds a PhD in clinical physiology and metabolism from Virginia Tech and is a registered dietitian (RD). Cassie completed her supervised practice through Phoenix Indian Medical Center in 2019 and is currently working a postdoctoral research fellowship through the Phoenix branch of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK).

She has nearly a decade of experience collaborating and conducting research focused on nutrition, exercise and physical activity research in both clinical and community populations, and 4 years of experience providing nutrition counseling. Her degrees and expertise span health promotion, exercise physiology and nutrition science, making her a well-rounded healthcare practitioner.

FInd Cassie here: https://cassiemmitchell.com

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