In this groundbreaking book, Dr. Will Bulsiewicz argues that gut health is the key to boosting metabolism, balancing hormones, and reducing inflammation. He presents a 28-day program with menus and over 70 plant-fueled recipes, emphasizing the importance of dietary fiber from a variety of colorful plants. The book challenges the benefits of restrictive diets like keto and paleo, instead advocating for a whole-food, plant-based diet to optimize gut microbiome health and overall well-being.
In 'The Proof is in the Plants,' Simon Hill presents a well-researched argument for adopting a whole foods, plant-based diet. The book covers why people are confused about what to eat, how food choices affect health, and how to make changes to lead a healthy plant-based lifestyle. It discusses the evidence showing how a plant-based diet can reduce the risks of heart attacks, strokes, type 2 diabetes, cancer, and dementia, as well as its positive impact on the climate and animal welfare. The book also addresses common myths about plant-based diets and provides practical tips for making the shift to a plant-rich diet.
Did you know you can build muscle just as effectively with plant protein as with animal protein?
In this episode, nutritionist Simon Hill, and board-certified gastroenterologist Dr Will Bulsiewicz, explain how our bodies use protein to build muscle and highlight the health benefits of plant proteins, such as reducing the risk of heart disease, type-2 diabetes, and hypertension.
In today’s episode, Simon and Will debunk common myths about protein and discuss the broader benefits of plant proteins, including improved gut health and reduced chronic disease risk.
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00:00 Introduction
06:20 What is protein?
08:01 Essential amino acids explained
09:30 The role of protein in building muscle
11:00 Why muscles matter
12:05 Optimising protein intake for health
14:30 Protein and healthy aging
15:48 Best sources of protein
21:35 Animal vs plant protein sources
28:35 How to achieve fitness goals with plant protein
33:45 Which plants have high levels of protein?
38:07 Is gut health linked to muscle mass?
40:35 How to introduce more plant-based foods into your meals
44:54 New Harvard study on protein intake and healthy ageing
47:55 How much protein is in eggs and dairy?
51:24 Concerns about ultra-processed foods
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