The Proof with Simon Hill

How fat affects metabolic health and what to do about it | Simon Hill, Msc, Bsc


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Episode #340. Think metabolic health is all about carbs and calories? You might be missing a crucial part of the puzzle. Join me as I break down how the location and type of fat your body stores can dramatically impact your health and risk of disease.

In this episode, you'll learn how body fat distribution influences your risk of metabolic disease, why weight impacts individuals differently, and how to determine if you have excess fat in your liver. Plus, discover my 6 key tips for enhancing your metabolic health through diet, exercise, and lifestyle adjustments.


Specifically, we discuss:

  • 00:00 What Is Metabolic Health and Why It Matters
  • 00:41 The Root Cause of Poor Metabolic Health Revealed
  • 02:55 Understanding Your Personal Fat Threshold (Key to Fat Loss)
  • 04:32 The Twin Cycle Hypothesis: How Fat Affects Metabolism
  • 05:10 Liver Fat: The Hidden Culprit of Metabolic Disorders
  • 16:16 6 Proven Strategies to Reduce Ectopic & Visceral Fat
  • 33:36 Key Takeaways: Fixing Metabolic Health in 6 Steps
  • 35:00 Bonus

  • Discover more insights and supporting studies in the full show notes.


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    Simon Hill, MSc, BSc (Hons)

    Creator of theproof.com and host of The Proof with Simon Hill

    Author of The Proof is in the Plants

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