

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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Jun 4, 2024 • 1h 41min
Beating food addictions | Dr Jud Brewer
Psychiatrist and self-mastery expert, Dr Jud Brewer, reveals the science behind overcoming food addiction. Discusses habit formation, the brain's role in decision-making, mindfulness, emotional eating, addressing guilt and shame, strategies for habit change, breathwork, psychedelics, and measuring success in breaking negative habits.

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May 27, 2024 • 2h 51min
The single most important blood test to know your risk of cardiovascular disease | ApoB Masterclass
Top experts Dr Thomas Dayspring, Dr William Cromwell, Danny Lennon, Dr Alan Flanagan, and Dr Gil Carvalho discuss ApoB, a crucial marker for heart disease risk. They cover its impact on LDL particles, atherosclerosis, and longevity. The episode explores measuring ApoB, normal levels, causes of elevation, saturated fats, and reliability over LDL cholesterol.

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May 20, 2024 • 1h 23min
Using the written word to improve mental health | IN-Q
Join IN-Q in a discussion on vulnerability, creativity, and empathy. Hear about the importance of emotional health, overcoming failure, and empowering through poetry. Discover the journey from personal struggles to creative expression, love, relationships, and launching a poetry journal. Connect with the power of written words to improve mental well-being.

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May 14, 2024 • 2h 53min
Myths about your period | Jen Gunter, Md
Renowned women's health expert Dr. Jen Gunter discusses menstrual cycle phases, hormonal contraception, debunking myths, COVID vaccines' effects on fertility, managing menstrual symptoms, and challenges in women's healthcare.

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May 7, 2024 • 2h 1min
Vegan vs Omnivore twins study | Christopher Gardner, PhD
Lead researcher Christopher Gardner discusses his twin study on healthy eating, addressing critiques from nutrition spaces. Topics include vegan vs. omnivore diets, dietary patterns, study design, cardiometabolic markers, and response to criticisms from Peter Attia and Mark Hyman.

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Apr 29, 2024 • 3h 13min
Is high cholesterol on a keto diet always a problem? | Dave Feldman and William Cromwell, Md
Dave Feldman and Dr. William Cromwell dive deep into the safety of high cholesterol on a keto diet. They discuss the lipid hypothesis, ApoB's role in atherosclerosis, interpreting mortality data, and the complexities of plaque formation. The conversation challenges traditional views on lipidology, explores biomarkers, gut health supplements, and macrophage involvement. They also touch on longevity habits, research design for hyper-responders, managing high cholesterol levels, and analyzing plaque risk in different diet contexts.

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Apr 22, 2024 • 1h 52min
The latest science on protein | Nicholas Burd, PhD
Join muscle physiologist Nicholas Burd as he shares the latest science on protein, covering muscle protein turnover, optimal intake for muscle growth, amino acid oxidation, food matrix effects, protein timing, and more. Discover insights on protein metabolism, dietary fats, protein requirements during weight loss, and optimizing protein intake for endurance athletes.

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Apr 15, 2024 • 2h
Optimising testosterone levels in men | Dr Adam Hotchkiss
Dr Adam Hotchkiss, podiatric physician turned human optimisation specialist, discusses testosterone, TRT, steroids, and fertility. Topics include testosterone functions, lifestyle influences, preserving fertility on TRT, and the impact of social media on steroid use. The podcast delves into hormone regulation, APOB testing, longevity optimization, HCG therapy, nutrition for testosterone, exercise timing, and the risks of anavar in testosterone optimization.

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Apr 8, 2024 • 1h 46min
Religion, spirituality and eating animals | Kameron Waters & Kip Andersen
Filmmakers Kameron Waters & Kip Andersen explore religion and veganism in their new documentary. They delve into the concept of 'dominion,' discuss the impact of animal agriculture on religious views, and question whether it's possible to be spiritual while consuming animal products. The podcast touches on mistranslations in religious texts, ethical interpretations, regenerative farming, and the intersection of spirituality and ethics.

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Apr 1, 2024 • 1h 52min
Discovering the true currency of life | Robin Sharma
Join Simon Hill in a conversation with leadership expert and bestselling author Robin Sharma as they discuss the true meaning of wealth beyond money. Discover morning rituals, gratitude, imposter syndrome, and the eight forms of wealth. Explore the benefits of embracing discomfort, redefining wealth, and releasing resentment for inner growth. Embrace wisdom from the departed and navigate success and joy in life.