Plant-Based Diets, Protein Myths & Longevity | Simon J Hill

Simon J Hill spent years eating steak for every meal.But when he looked at the longevity research objectively, he couldn’t ignore what the data was telling him about how we age.In this episode, you’ll hear why the healthiest diets share specific characteristics — regardless of whether they’re Mediterranean, pescatarian, or plant-based.Simon shares the three biomarkers that predict metabolic disease better than expensive panels (including one that costs $40 and takes 30 seconds to measure), and why he draws a hard line at plant-exclusive eating even though it might be easier to just eat less meat.00:00 Introduction02:00 Simon’s journey from physiotherapist to nutrition science04:02 Navigating nutrition myths and overwhelming health advice06:52 Why Simon shifted from steak lover to plant-based eating10:37 Understanding themes across healthy diets, not just labels14:31 Plant protein vs animal protein for strength and longevity17:24 Using biomarkers to personalise your diet decisions20:19 Debunking plant protein absorption and muscle building25:50 Early mistakes going vegan and why execution matters31:31 Gut health, microbiome diversity, and eating more plants34:39 Caution around CGMs and over-tracking blood glucose37:48 What happens when you eat too much fibre too fast42:22 Simon’s full lifestyle protocol for diet, training and sleep47:51 Travel rules, front-loading nutrients, and staying flexible49:29 Food hacks for glucose control and when they’re worth it51:28 Five core supplements he actually takes and why55:38 Key nutrients to watch on a plant-based diet01:00:22 Three biomarkers everyone should track01:06:35 How his views on dairy and protein have evolvedDISCLAIMERNothing shared on this podcast is a substitute for professional medical guidance. Please consult a healthcare professional before making any health or lifestyle changes.Hack You Media→ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hackyoumedia/→ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hack.you.media?lang=en→ More from Hack You: https://hackyou.media/#aa19104a-abc1-4697-b0f5-0e81e47e60c5» Follow VadimInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/vadim_bioniq/?hl=enBioniq: https://www.bioniq.com/» Follow MikeYouTube: YouTube.com/MikeThurstonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikethurston/?hl=enFirst Things THRST: YouTube.com/FirstThingsThrst» Follow SimonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/simonhill/?hl=enWebsite: https://simonhill.komi.io/