The Proof with Simon Hill

Dr. Darren Candow, PhD, discusses the benefits of creatine supplementation for recovery, performance, bone health, aging, and the brain. Topics include optimal dosage, types of creatine, creatine for women, and safety. The podcast also covers the impact of creatine on muscle, strength, training volume, and brain function. Additionally, it explores the effects on bone health, body fat, DHT levels, and liver and kidney function. The guest addresses common questions about creatine's impact on hair loss, gastrointestinal side effects, and ongoing studies.

Protein experts discuss the impact of different proteins, recommended protein intake for adults, protein distribution in diet, maximum protein threshold, optimal protein quantities for health, ageing and protein, plant-based vs animal protein, protein and satiety, mTOR and IGF1 in ageing, causes behind elevated IGF1 levels, and acute vs chronic protein consumption.

Guest Drew Harrisberg, an exercise physiologist, discusses the surprising truths about plant-based nutrition, exercise frequency, and metabolic health. Topics include the impact of exercise distribution throughout the week, benefits of a transformative health retreat, advantages of creatine for menopausal women, relationship between muscle strength and plant-based diets, benefits of plant-based nutrition for performance, impact of carbohydrate intake on athletic performance, measuring insulin production, importance of movement breaks, role of iron deficiency in inflammation and exercise, nutrients for a plant-based diet, challenges of living a healthy lifestyle, deep squats for cholesterol reduction, importance of plant protein, debate around plant sterols and cardiovascular health, association between red meat and type 2 diabetes risk, and casual conversation about life in Bali and future travel plans.

Dr. Gil Carvalho, a respected physician and research scientist, unpacks the complexities of canola oil's role in our health. He discusses the origins and composition of canola oil, the impact on blood lipids and cardiovascular health, its influence on weight loss and blood glucose control, and the controversy surrounding its inflammatory effects. Dr. Carvalho also examines various studies on canola oil, addressing concerns about oxidation, liver fat, and total mortality. Tune in for an insightful discussion that challenges common misconceptions about canola oil.

Listen to Professor Roy Taylor, who has fundamentally changed our understanding of type 2 diabetes, as he discusses the twin cycle hypothesis, risks associated with high blood glucose levels, personal fat threshold, preventative measures, continuous glucose monitors, body fat distribution, the DiRECT Trial, effective strategies for remission, diet quality and insulin sensitivity, exercise in diabetes remission plans, and the possibility of eradicating type 2 diabetes.

Dr Alan Flanagan, PhD, and Dr Matthew Nagra, ND, critically examine the bold assertions made by Dr Steven Gundry in his book 'The Plant Paradox.' They discuss the myths vs. facts surrounding lectins, including their role in leaky gut syndrome, inflammation, and weight gain. They debunk misconceptions about lectins triggering various health conditions, analyze the impact of lectin content in foods, and explore studies on antibodies and food allergies. Overall, they advocate for a balanced diet that includes beans and emphasize the lack of evidence supporting adverse effects of consuming lectin-containing foods.

Join Dr Judson Brewer, expert in mindfulness and overcoming anxiety, as he discusses the transformative potential of mindfulness in unraveling anxiety, breaking destructive habits, and reassigning the reward value of behaviors. Explore the impact of mindfulness on brain function, the challenge of awareness in today's distracted world, and effective techniques for habit change. Discover Judson Brewer's personal journey to becoming a mindfulness expert and his strategy for managing anxiety. Learn valuable insights into distinguishing anxiety from depression and replacing bad habits with good. Don't miss this eye-opening conversation!

George Monbiot, acclaimed environmental activist and author, challenges popular beliefs about regenerative agriculture. Topics include carbon offsetting, global impact of cattle ranching, flaws in studies supporting regenerative grazing, genuine carbon offset programs, carbon opportunity costs, and the imperative to care for the environment.

Circadian biology expert Dr Satchin Panda shares six essential tips for nurturing our circadian rhythm. Topics include sleep optimization, the relationship between caffeine and sleep, melatonin supplementation, compensating for lost sleep, the link between sleep deprivation and body fat accumulation, time-restricted eating, determining the best time of day to exercise, and the importance of avoiding food and bright lights before sleep.

In this episode, Simon Hill sits down with Drew Harrisberg to discuss omega-3s, ancestral diets, and ethics. They also debate the carnivore diet and explore the effects of food on flavonol absorption. The conversation touches on veganism, the supplement industry, and the power of small acts of kindness. Overall, it's a captivating discussion on health, nutrition, and serving others.