The Proof with Simon Hill

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The Proof Podcast is a space for science-based conversation. Together with his guests, Simon Hill, a qualified physiotherapist and nutritionist, explores the health and longevity benefits that come wi... more

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January 03, 2023Part 1: Health and longevity | The Proof 2022 year in review
To bring in the new year I thought it would be good to take a moment and consolidate some of the memorable moments, and key takeaways, from 2022.
In Episode #241, part 1 of a 2 part year in review, we traverse how to think about nutrition, so we can better make sense of claims online, diet, and cardiometabolic health, how you can flip the switch on your microbiome so the trillions of gut bugs in your large intestine reward you with better health, and the benefits up for grabs through consuming our food over less hours - otherwise known as time restricted eating or fasting.
Guests featured include Dr Gil Carvhalo, Dr Richard Johnson, Dr Alan Flanagan, Danny Lennon, Dr David Jenkins, Dr Justin Sonnenburg, Dr Erica Sonnenburg, Dr Christopher Gardner, Dr Tim Spector, Dr Don Layman, Dr Valter Longo, Dr Stuart Phillips, Dr Satchin Panda and Dr Courtney Peterson.

Specifically, we cover:
Intro (00:00)
Circadian Disruption is a Problem with Dr. Satchin Panda (01:59)
Fasting & weight loss with Dr. Courtney Peterson (08:26)
Optimal fasting window with Dr. Satchin Panda (15:49)
Nutrition science claims with Dr Gil Carvalho (36:49)
Diet & metabolic health with Dr. Richard Johnson (51:32)
Cholesterol & CVD with Dr Alan Flanagan and Danny Lennon (57:22)
Lowering cholesterol with Dr. David Jenkins (1:14:06)
Gut microbiome with Drs. Erica and Justin Sonnenburg (1:24:44)
Fibre & inflammation with Dr. Sonnenburg and Dr. Gardner (1:32:43)
Fermented foods (1:49:35)
Building microbiome diversity with Drs. Erica and Justin Sonnenburg (1:50:26)
Simple dietary advice with Dr Tim Spector (1:55:57)
Muscle & metabolic health with Dr. Donald Layman (1:58:34)
Aging pathways with Dr. Valter Longo (2:07:24)
Muscle & aging with Drs. Stuart Phillips and Christopher Gardner (2:14:48)
Outro (2:20:11)
Episodes featured:
Episode #221 with Dr Satchin Panda
Episode #232 with Dr Courtney Peterson
Episode #207 with Dr Gil Carvhalo
Episode #233 with Dr Richard Johhson
Episode #231 with Dr Alan Flanagan & Danny Lennon
Episode #216 with Dr David Jenkins
Episode #202 with Dr Erica Sonnenburg & Dr Justin Sonnenburg
Episode #191 with Dr Justin Sonnenburg & Dr Christopher Gardner
Episode #224 with Dr Tim Spector
Episode #236 with Dr Don Layman
Episode #237 with Dr Valter Longo
Episode #228 with Dr Stuart Phillips & Dr Christopher Gardner

I hope you find this episode helpful for consolidating some of the key learnings from 2022.
Part 2 of the year in review will be released next week with a focus on exercise, planetary health and more.
Happy new year.
Enjoy, friends.
Simon

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The best way to support the show is to use the products and services offered by our sponsors. To check them out, and enjoy great savings, visit theproof.com/friends. You can also show your support by leaving a review on the Apple Podcast app and/or sharing your favourite episodes with your friends and family.
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
Watch the episodes on YouTube or listen on Apple/Spotify
Connect with me on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook
Nourish your gut with my Plant-Based Ferments Guide
Download my complimentary two-week meal plan and high protein Plant Performance recipe book
...more
2h 28min
December 27, 2022Eating for cardiometabolic health | Andrea Glenn, PhD, RD
Episode #240. There’s a lot of noise about cardiometabolic health: claims that certain diets will work miracles, and hype that specific foods must be avoided at all costs. Research dietitian Dr Andrea Glenn joins me today to get to the core of which dietary patterns will actually improve your cardiometabolic health outcomes.

We discuss:
Intro (00:00)
Andrea Glenn on dietary patterns (07:31)
Which country has the best dietary guidelines today? (11:35)
What is cardiometabolic health? (13:15)
Similarities and differences between the DASH, Nordic, Mediterranean, and Portfolio Diets (16:31)
Can the Portfolio diet lower your risk of having a heart attack or stroke? (21:29)
The compositions of plant predominant diets and the demonization of carbohydrates (37:05)
Are DASH, Nordic, Mediterranean, and Portfolio diets good for preventing and managing diabetes? (44:32)
The worst and the best sources of fat (50:27)
Is the pro-metabolic diet legitimate? (54:19)
Is canola oil healthy? And is it better than olive oil? (01:03:39)
The effects of protein according to studies (1:11:05)
What are plant sterols? (1:17:20)
Plant predominant versus plant exclusive (1:22:36)

To stay in the loop with Dr Andrea Glenn, you can connect with her on Twitter. Learn more about Dr Glenn and read her research papers here.
Discover more insights and dozens of supporting studies in the full show notes.
Enjoy, friends.
Simon

Want to support the show?
The best way to support the show is to use the products and services offered by our sponsors. To check them out, and enjoy great savings, visit theproof.com/friends. You can also show your support by leaving a review on the Apple Podcast app and/or sharing your favourite episodes with your friends and family.
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
Watch the episodes on YouTube or listen on Apple/Spotify
Connect with me on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook
Nourish your gut with my Plant-Based Ferments Guide
Download my complimentary two-week meal plan and high protein Plant Performance recipe book
...more
1h 48min
December 20, 2022How to Lose Fat & Gain Muscle on a Plant-Based Diet | Coach Fritz Horstmann
Episode #239. Looking for simple, practical ways to improve your exercise regime and eat for better health? Coach Fritz Horstmann understands the difficulties of balancing health with a busy life, and joins me today to offer guidance on how you can do just that.

We discuss:
Intro (0:00)
Fritz’s Vegan Fitness Transformation (12:48)
Combining Intuitive & Educated Eating (30:52)
Fritz’s Coaching with Calorie Counting (42:04)
Plant-Based Protein Sources (46:55)
Bloating (55:32)
Results in Fritz’s Program (57:43)
Getting your steps in (1:09:08)
Develop Habits for Success (1:11:01)
How to get Motivated (1:19:18)
Fritz’s Training Structure (1:24:38)
Principles for Progress (1:30:04)
Is Your Gym Program Working? (1:35:48)
Protein Powder (1:38:03)
Heart Disease & Animal Protein (1:52:30)
IGF1 & Lactate Testing (1:58:21)
Fritz’s Vegan Hat (2:07:50)
Nutrient Supplements (2:11:44)
Is Juicing Good for You? (2:17:37)
Manage Cravings (2:21:46)
Meal Prep vs Eating Out (2:30:59)
Overrated / Underrated Claims (2:52:05)
Outro (3:13:41)

To connect with Fritz Horstmann, join his community on Instagram. You can also visit his website to learn more about his coaching, and listen to his podcast, Plant Based Fitness Secrets.
Discover supporting studies and more insights in the full show notes.
Enjoy, friends.
Simon

Want to support the show?
The best way to support the show is to use the products and services offered by our sponsors. To check them out, and enjoy great savings, visit theproof.com/friends. You can also show your support by leaving a review on the Apple Podcast app and/or sharing your favourite episodes with your friends and family.
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
Watch the episodes on YouTube or listen on Apple/Spotify
Connect with me on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook
Nourish your gut with my Plant-Based Ferments Guide
Download my complimentary two-week meal plan and high protein Plant Performance recipe book
...more
3h 23min
December 13, 2022Protein, IGF-1 and health Q & A | Valter Longo, PhD
Episode #238. Left with questions after last week’s conversation with Dr Valter Longo? You’re not alone. In this episode, Dr Longo returns to answer some of the queries I had in the wake of our last episode, tying off some loose ends and clarifying his stance on protein consumption and longevity.

Specifically, we discuss:
Intro (0:00)
Reduce Cancer Risk with IGF1 (1:47)
Biological Age Test (4:11)
Laron Syndrome & Longevity (6:24)
Does Everyone with High IGF1 get cancer? (13:06)
Pressure for Longevity (20:30)
Does Exercise Reduce Risk? (22:15)
Average IGF1 (26:19)
Conclusion (31:03)

Make sure to listen to the last episode of The Proof, where Dr Valter Longo and I examine protein consumption in detail. To connect with Dr Valter Longo, you can find him on Instagram and Facebook. Learn more about Dr Longo’s research on his website, https://www.valterlongo.com/, where you will also be able to view and purchase his book, The Longevity Diet. Dr Longo first appeared on The Proof in Episode #106, which you can listen to here.
Discover supporting studies and more insights in the full show notes.
Enjoy, friends.
Simon

Want to support the show?
The best way to support the show is to use the products and services offered by our sponsors. To check them out, and enjoy great savings, visit theproof.com/friends. You can also show your support by leaving a review on the Apple Podcast app and/or sharing your favourite episodes with your friends and family.
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
Watch the episodes on YouTube or listen on Apple/Spotify
Connect with me on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook
Nourish your gut with my Plant-Based Ferments Guide
Download my complimentary two-week meal plan and high protein Plant Performance recipe book
...more
37min
December 06, 2022Protein, fasting, cancer, and longevity | Valter Longo, PhD
Episode #237. Dr Valter Longo introduces intriguing questions to the show: could protein consumption actually be harmful to our health? How important is muscle tissue? Can fasting be used as an adjunct cancer treatment? We investigate these questions and many more, diving into the research on IGF-1, mTOR, and the fasting-mimicking diet.

Specifically, we discuss:
Intro (0:00)
Ideal diets for longevity (2:58)
Important Pathways for aging (9:15)
IGF1 Elevation (16:24)
Actue vs Chronic elevation of IGF1 (19:46)
Danger of Protein Over Consumption (25:11)
Impact of exercise on IGF1 (32:52)
Muscle Mass and Longevity (38:35)
Study on High Protein Later in Life (41:59)
How to get IGF1 tested (48:03)
Low IGF1 & Cognitive Decline (49:54)
Resistance to IGF1 (53:00)
Mendelian Randomization Studies (54:38)
Fasting Mimicking Diet (59:21)
Fasting and Cancer (1:16:03)
Ketogenic Diet & Cancer (1:27:51)
Outro (1:32:15)

To connect with Dr Valter Longo, you can find him on Instagram and Facebook. Learn more about Dr Longo’s research on his website, https://www.valterlongo.com/, where you will also be able to view and purchase his book, The Longevity Diet. Make sure to listen to Dr Longo’s previous appearance on The Proof, Episode #106.
Discover supporting studies and more insights in the full show notes.
Enjoy, friends.
Simon

Want to support the show?
The best way to support the show is to use the products and services offered by our sponsors. To check them out, and enjoy great savings, visit theproof.com/friends. You can also show your support by leaving a review on the Apple Podcast app and/or sharing your favourite episodes with your friends and family.
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
Watch the episodes on YouTube or listen on Apple/Spotify
Connect with me on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook
Download my complimentary two-week meal plan and high protein Plant Performance recipe book
...more
1h 43min
November 28, 2022Protein amount, quality and timing | Dr Don Layman
Episode #236. Dr Donald Layman is an expert in protein synthesis and metabolism. With endless online dialogue on protein, Dr Layman offers clarity and answers pressing questions in this episode: how does protein interact with skeletal and metabolic health? Is aging dependent on our DNA? How much protein should I consume, and when?

These questions, and many more, are answered in this week’s episode. We cover:
Intro (0:00)
Muscle & Metabolic Health (5:00)
Moderate vs HIIT Training (14:00)
Are Aging Outcomes Genetic? (16:29)
Longevity vs Vitality (19:15)
Muscle Protein Synthesis (24:40)
Is the Protein RDA Sufficient? (43:03)
Protein Intake for Aging (56:05)
Why Leucine (59:48)
Longevity and Protein (1:03:33)
Cardiovascular Disease (1:16:08)
Protein Distribution (1:25:30)
Questionable Industry Funding (1:29:17)
Meal Timing (1:34:09)
Protein Threshold (1:39:33)
Danger of Cold Therapy (1:43:26)
Important Supplements (1:46:20)
Chronic Kidney Disease (1:49:20)
Outro (1:52:41)

To connect with Donald Layman, PhD, you can find him on Twitter. Check out his website, https://metabolictransformation.com/, to learn more about metabolic health.
Discover additional resources, supporting studies, and more insights in the full show notes.
Enjoy, friends.
Simon

Want to support the show?
The best way to support the show is to use the products and services offered by our sponsors. To check them out, and enjoy great savings, visit theproof.com/friends.
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
Watch the episodes on YouTube, or Listen on Apple/Spotify
Connect with me on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook
Download my complimentary two week meal plan and high protein plant performance recipe book
...more
2h 5min
November 21, 2022Skincare, haircare and deodorant | Michelle Wong, PhD
Episode #235. Cosmetic chemist Michelle Wong shares a different approach to skincare – one you're probably not used to seeing on your Instagram feed. In an age of extensive skincare routines and misleading marketing, how do we navigate our skin’s natural state and optimise its appearance and wellness?
We cover this question and many more in this week’s episode.
Specifically, we discuss:
Intro (0:00)
Defining ‘Clean Beauty’ (2:17)
‘Natural’ vs synthetic (7:14)
EWG’s Skin Deep Database (8:26)
What to Avoid (10:17)
Is the Risk worth the Reward? (15:32)
PFAs (20:25)
“Free From” Claims (22:59)
Risk During Pregnancy (30:08)
Effective Ingredients (32:56)
Addressing the Root Cause of skin issues (35:05)
Skin’s ability to Heal (36:11)
Danger in Combining Ingredients (38:06)
Aging & Collagen (40:21)
Combining Multiple Products (52:02)
Does Price Indicate Effectiveness? (54:16)
Participants in Studies (59:31)
Preventative Aging (collagen vs retinol) (1:01:57)
Hyaluronic Acid (1:07:49)
Exfoliation (1:09:57)
Skin Microbiome (1:15:14)
Pigmentation (1:17:24)
Overrated Ingredients (1:19:27)
Natural Plant Compounds (1:21:27)
Acne (1:24:36)
Hair Care (1:32:47)
Shampoo/ Conditioner (1:37:34)
Hair Loss (1:40:41)
What to Avoid (1:42:01)
Deodorants (1:44:49)
Society’s Beauty Standards (1:51:12)
Outro (1:55:29)

To connect with Michelle Wong, PhD, you can find her via the Lab Muffin Beauty Science social accounts on Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, and YouTube. For a comprehensive guide on skincare basics, Dr Wong has an eBook available for purchase here. Listen to Dr Wong’s previous appearance on The Proof, focusing on sunscreen, at Episode #234.
Discover additional resources, supporting studies, and more insights in the full show notes.
Enjoy, friends.
Simon

Want to support the show?
The best way to support the show is to use the products and services offered by our sponsors. To check them out, and enjoy great savings, visit theproof.com/friends.
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
Watch the episodes on YouTube, or Listen on Apple/Spotify
Connect with me on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook
Download my complimentary two week meal plan and high protein plant performance recipe book
Enjoy, friends.
Simon
...more
2h 5min
November 15, 2022Sunscreen must-knows | Michelle Wong, PhD
Episode #234. We all know that sunscreen is important, but what are the consequences of using (or not using) certain products? Cosmetic chemist Dr Michelle Wong joins me to examine sun damage and aging, chemical vs mineral sunscreens, “reef safe” sunscreens, and scary-sounding ingredients. Learn all you need to know about choosing and applying a sunscreen to offer you the best protection of your largest organ.
We discuss:
Intro (0:00)
Michelle's Story (2:20)
Defining Cosmetics (4:56)
Understanding the Skin’s Physiology (7:44)
Misinformation with Products (11:20)
What to Look For (19:00)
Sunscreen & Skin cancer (22:50)
“Reef-safe” Sunscreen (41:45)
Regulation & Absorption (50:41)
“Contains SPF” vs Sunscreen (1:04:35)
Lotion vs Aerosol (1:06:04)
How to Apply (1:07:07)
How high of SPF? (1:13:01)
Kids Sunscreens (1:16:04)
Seed Oils & Sunburn (1:17:11)
Benzene (1:19:15)
Bringing it all together (1:21:18)
Outro (1:24:45)

Dr Michelle Wong’s online presence offers a wealth of information on skin care and cosmetic chemistry. You can connect with her on socials via Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, and YouTube. Head to Dr Wong’s website, https://labmuffin.com/, to learn more.
Discover additional resources, supporting studies, and more insights in the full show notes.
Enjoy, friends.
Simon

Want to support the show?
The best way to support the show is to use the products and services offered by our sponsors. To check them out, and enjoy great savings, visit theproof.com/friends.
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
Watch the episodes on YouTube, or Listen on Apple/Spotify
Connect with me on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook
Download my complimentary two week meal plan and high protein plant performance recipe book
...more
1h 34min
November 08, 2022Saturated fats, sugar and metabolic health | Richard Johnson, PhD
Episode #233. Dive deeper into how saturated fats and sugar affect metabolism and the liver in this conversation with Dr Richard Johnson. The Proof community had many questions after Dr Johnson’s appearance on Episode #215, and we return today to answer them: What does human outcome data say? What are the risks of the keto diet and high blood sugar? Do our opinions align?

We answer these questions and more, addressing:
Intro (0:00)
Dr. Johnson’s Thesis on Fructose (3:27)
Gaps in Current Studies (11:28)
Saturated Fat Versus Sugar (20:20)
Long-term risk of Keto Diet (33:09)
Fructose Effect on Saturated Fat (36:28)
Survival Mechanisms (40:40)
Type of Fat (46:37)
Metabolic Health & Fructose (53:00)
Role of the Liver (1:02:20)
Problem with High Blood Sugar (1:09:15)
Triglycerides & Uric Acid (1:17:22)
When Fatty Liver Happens (1:27:52)
Ceramides (1:31:45)
Outro (1:33:30)

To connect with Dr Richard Johnson, you can find him on Instagram and Twitter, or learn more on his website. For a more comprehensive picture of Dr Johnson’s stance, make sure to check out his book, Nature Wants Us To Be Fat.
Discover additional resources, supporting studies, and more insights in the full show notes.
Enjoy, friends.
Simon

Want to support the show?
The best way to support the show is to use the products and services offered by our sponsors. To check them out, and enjoy great savings, visit theproof.com/friends.
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
Watch the episodes on YouTube, or Listen on Apple/Spotify
Connect with me on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook
Download my complimentary two week meal plan and high protein plant performance recipe book
...more
1h 45min
November 01, 2022Fasting, metabolic health, shift-work and cancer | Dr Courtney Peterson
Episode #232. Time-restricted eating seems like a holy grail for those looking to lose weight and improve their health. Dr Peterson joins me in this episode to answer some pressing questions on TRE: does it help you lose weight and shred fat? Will it curb my appetite? What times should shift workers eat? These questions and much more are covered in Episode #232.
We discuss:
Intro (0:00)
New Study: TRE & Weight Loss (1:47)
Subjects of study (6:35)
Outcomes of Interest (10:06)
Significant Results (13:56)
Mindset (18:43)
Early TRE (20:13)
Appetite (27:27)
Blood Pressure (29:44)
Adverse effects (34:30)
Mental Health Effects (35:58)
Making it Your Own (36:42)
Night Shift Workers (43:41)
Cancer (48:33)
Rejuvenation & Longevity (56:46)
Outro (58:53)

You can learn more about Dr Courtney Peterson here. Dr Peterson is currently recruiting for a new study on intermittent fasting and aging, which you can check out here. Make sure to listen to Episode #204 of The Proof, where Dr Peterson is joined by Dr Emily Manoogian to discuss fasting controversies.
Discover additional resources, supporting studies, and more insights in the full show notes.
Enjoy, friends.
Simon

Want to support the show?
The best way to support the show is to use the products and services offered by our sponsors. To check them out, and enjoy great savings, visit theproof.com/friends.
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
Watch the episodes on YouTube, or Listen on Apple/Spotify
Connect with me on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook
Download my complimentary two week meal plan and high protein plant performance recipe book
...more
1h 9min

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