

The Proof with Simon Hill
Live better for longer
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 with mastering physical exercise, nutrition, mindfulness, recovery, sleep, and alignment. Facts, nuance and trustworthy recommendations minus the hyperbole. All the proof you need to live better for longer.
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Sep 1, 2021 • 25min
Psychosis, Anxiety, Addiction, and OCD | Osher Günsberg
In Episode #156, a Wednesday Wisdoms throwback to Episode #20, Australian TV icon Osher Günsberg opens up about his struggles with psychosis, anxiety, addiction, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.For more insights and reflections, visit The Proof website for the full show notes. Enjoy, friends. SimonWant 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

Aug 29, 2021 • 2h 5min
Endometriosis and Reproductive Health | Dr Nitu Bajekal
Dr. Nitu Bajekal, gynaecologist and obstetrician, discusses topics like endometriosis, its prevalence, and the impact of diet and soy on it. They also talk about the oral contraceptive pill, its benefits, and risks. The podcast covers the relationship between endometriosis and fertility, as well as the link between endometriosis and irritable bowel syndrome. The guest shares insights on the female reproductive system, importance of body knowledge, and the controversy surrounding soy. They emphasize the significance of early detection and seeking help for endometriosis, along with discussing factors affecting fertility.

Aug 26, 2021 • 24min
Autoimmunity and Inflammation | Clint Paddison
In Episode #154, a condensed version of Episode #61, we hear from Clint Paddison about his personal journey with rheumatoid arthritis and how he has changed his lifestyle to reduce inflammation, become less reliant on drugs, and ultimately enjoy a high quality of life. This episode is primarily focused on Clint’s personal experiences. His programme and the reviews below go through the science looking at what (and how) dietary changes affect rheumatoid arthritis.For more insights and reflections, visit The Proof website for the full show notes. Enjoy, friends. SimonWant 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

Aug 22, 2021 • 1h 39min
Plant-Based Nutrition for Families | Dietitian Brenda Davis
In Episode #153, I sat down with registered dietitian Brenda Davis for a conversation I have wanted to have for some time now. Brenda is one of the most revered experts across the globe when it comes to plant-based nutrition – she has over three decades of experience communicating nutrition science without hype to help people optimise their diet. With the release of her twelfth book Nourish, which she co-wrote with paediatrician Dr Reshma Shah, I thought it would be a great opportunity to have her on the show to share her story and talk about some of the important things for families to consider when shifting to a plant-based approach. The benefits that are up for grabs? The ins and outs of fat, fibre, protein, various micronutrients, and much more.For more insights and reflections, visit The Proof website for the full show notes. Enjoy, friends. SimonWant 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

Aug 19, 2021 • 18min
Eradicating Heart Disease Begins at Breakfast | Dr Kim William
In Episode #152, a throwback to Episode #90, we hear from Dr Kim Williams, an American cardiologist and former president of the American College of Cardiology from 2015 to 2016, about eradicating heart disease through our diets. May you find it equal parts informative and instructive. To hear more from Dr Kim Williams, listen to Episode #90. Enjoy, friends. SimonWant 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

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Aug 15, 2021 • 1h 36min
Rethinking Diet and Exercise | Herman Pontzer, PhD
In Episode #151, I sat down with evolutionary anthropologist Herman Pontzer, PhD, to talk about ancestral eating and how his work with the Hadza (a hunter-gatherer community in northern Tanzania) can help us think about both diet and exercise as tools for weight loss. Listen to this episode to find out what we know about ancestral diets and why the ‘paleo diet’ is an oversimplification. You’ll also hear about Herman’s time spent with the Hadza, what the Hadza diet looks like, why it isn’t ‘low carb’, and what Herman learned about metabolism by studying the Hadza. Herman explained how we should think about exercise when it comes to weight loss and what a healthy diet looks like at an individual level.For more insights and reflections, visit The Proof website for the full show notes. Enjoy, friends. SimonWant 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

Aug 12, 2021 • 29min
Fighting Climate Change One Meal at a Time | Suzy Cameron
Episode #150 is a Wednesday Wisdoms throwback to Episode #36 with Suzy Amis Cameron. This was a powerful, judgement-free conversation about how our food choices affect the world around us, and inside this throwback episode are a few tips from that conversation for living a more environmentally friendly life and helping our planet heal.For more insights and reflections, visit The Proof website for the full show notes. Enjoy, friends. SimonWant 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

Aug 9, 2021 • 1h 19min
Looking After Our Thyroid | Dr Brittany Henderson
In Episode #149, I sat down with endocrinologist Dr Brittany Henderson to talk about thyroid health. Whether you have a thyroid condition yourself or are simply interested in learning more about how your thyroid affects your health, I’m sure you will enjoy this episode. In this episode, we cover the focuses of endocrinology, types of endocrine-related disorders, what our thyroid is and why it’s important to our health, common thyroid disorders (e.g., Hashimoto’s), blood tests to monitor thyroid health (e.g., antibody tests), and how to manage thyroid conditions (particularly focusing on foods and nutrients).For more insights and reflections, visit The Proof website for the full show notes. Enjoy, friends. SimonWant 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

Aug 4, 2021 • 36min
Solving the Protein Problem | Bruce Friedrich
In Episode #148, I sat down with Bruce Friedrich, the founder and president of Good Food Institute, a not-for-profit organisation developing the roadmap for a sustainable, secure, and just global protein supply. Their objective? To create a world where alternative proteins are no longer alternative. See the previous episode with Bruce (#109) here.For more insights and reflections, visit The Proof website for the full show notes. Enjoy, friends. SimonWant 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

Aug 2, 2021 • 1h 9min
Defending the Ocean | Tim Silverwood
In Episode #147, I sat down once more with environmentalist Tim Silverwood to talk about the importance of defending our ocean. Tim is the co-founder and former CEO of Take 3 – an Australian charity that’s dedicated to educating people about the importance of sustainability and reducing marine pollution. More recently, Tim co-founded Ocean Impact Organisation, which you will hear all about in this conversation.See the previous episode with Tim (#47) here. Enjoy, friends. SimonWant 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


