Plant Proof

In Episode 83 a very good friend of mine, Drew Harrisberg, returns to the show to talk about hidden agendas in science and the media with specific reference to a few somewhat dangerous trends we have noticed. In this rather fluid exchange Drew and I cover everything from the manipulation of science to produce favourable outcomes to confusing and oversimplified messages from people of influence on social media. Specifically we cover: How Drew's transition to a plant based diet has played out since Book coming out 2020 with Penguin (all proceeds being donated to charity)

In Episode 82 I return from a small break and record the first 'solo' episode of the Plant Proof Podcast . Yes, that's right, the first episode without a guest. Just you and me. In this episode I cover: Why I took a short break from the podcast The first iteration of a new direction for the show My time in Bali Sydney's newest plant based restaurant Eden Bondi The recent media headlines about vegans needing to be careful about choline deficiency and headlines about vegetarians and stroke risk . For both of these I walk through what was reported and what the science actually says. This slightly new format which is something I intend to do between every guest episode going forward. Full blog I wrote on Choline with references can be read here: If you are enjoying the show it would be greatly appreciated if you could leave a quick review on the Apple Podcast app. Happy listening friends. Simon

In Episode 81 I sit down with Dr Will Bulsiewicz for Part 2 of the "Your Gut Health Questions" conversation that Will and I had while in New York. All of the topics that Dr B and I discuss were suggestions from the Plant Proof community - so firstly, thank you for contributing to this conversation by sending through such important questions. For those of you who are regular listeners you will have probably tuned into previous episodes (17, 71 & 80 ) with Dr B and therefore already know how much of a wealth of knowledge he is. Dr B is a Board Certified Gastroenterologist, having done over 16 years of medical training to become an expert in all things gut health. This is why he is perfectly positioned to help us navigate tricky gut health questions and clear up some of the confusion that exists on the internet. In this episode we cover a lot of really interesting gut health topics (below). What's great about this episode, and all episodes with Dr B, is that throughout the conversation he refers to the clinical science to provide evidence for his recommendations: The Ketogenic diet, including a vegan Keto Diet, and it's likely affect on the gut Dairy, probiotics, prebiotics (lactose) & gut health Consuming whey protein with caution Interpreting science & understanding points of relativity IBs and fasting Prolonged juice or water fasting Probiotics and gut health Bloating - what's normal and what does it mean? Breakfast & gut health How long before going to bed should your last meal be? Smoothies &/or juices for children Breastfeeding, infant gut health including the role of human oligosaccharides Donor milk & infant formula Antibiotics and gut health - how to minimise their damage? Should we avoid gluten? What are dangers of eliminating gluten if you are not intolerant? Wheat sensitivity vs gluten sensitivity - have we over diagnosed gluten intolerance? Should we be scared of phytate's & anti-nutrients Benefits of soaking oats Alcohol and the microbiome and much more Hope you enjoy the episode friends. If you have any comments or questions, Dr B Book coming out 2020 with Penguin (all proceeds being donated to charity)

In Episode 80 I sit down with Dr Will Bulsiewicz, or Dr B, to go through some of the most common gut health questions out there! If you have tuned into the Plant Proof podcast before you have no doubt come across my previous conversations with Dr B - he is incredibly knowledgeable and has a unique ability to break complicated science down and turn it into simple practical tips. If you haven't listened to the previous episodes with Dr B I highly encourage you check them out - Book coming out 2020 with Penguin (all proceeds being donated to charity)

In Episode 79 I sit down with well known You Tuber, Body Builder and family man 'Jon Venus' . Whether you are familiar with Jon's content, or story, I think you are going to really enjoy this episode that we recently recorded in Los Angeles as we peel back the layers and better get to know him. In this episode we specifically cover: Jon's recent decision to upload a video to You Tube announcing he longer identified with the 'vegan' label. What was the inspiration behind this and has he changed his mind? Politics among Vegan You Tubers The Vegan label & stereotypes Ex Vegans Jon's cultural background & early family life including where he grew up and the typical diet his family followed Transitioning to a diet that excluded animal products - Why and when? How his family and friends reacted to his change in diet Bodybuilding - nutrition, training and supplements His history with Durian Rider His experience raising a baby vegan with his partner Katherine and much more Hope you enjoy the episode friends. If you have any comments or questions, Jon Book coming out 2020 with Penguin (all proceeds being donated to charity)