Are You Eating Enough Protein? Gut Health, BBGS, Inflammation & Aging with Dr. Rupy Aujla | EP #375

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👇 Visit The Proof website for the full show notes and supporting studies. 👇 https://theproof.com/podcast/ In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Rupy Aujla, NHS GP and founder of The Doctor’s Kitchen, and one of the most passionate voices in culinary medicine. We talk about how nutrition fits into healthcare, why doctors are still being undertrained in this space, and how we can shift the way we think about food. Rupy also opens up about his own story, including the heart condition that changed the course of his medical career, and shares how simple, evidence-based food principles can help us prevent chronic disease and support mental health. Whether you’re a health professional or just trying to make sense of conflicting nutrition advice, this episode is packed with practical insights and inspiration. Here’s what we cover: - Why food should be part of every healthcare conversation - Rupy’s personal journey and what led him to start The Doctor’s Kitchen - How the medical system still overlooks nutrition - Using lifestyle medicine to prevent chronic disease - Making sense of conflicting dietary advice - The cultural and emotional side of eating - Building a sustainable, joyful approach to food - Why mindset and mindfulness matter more than we think - Tips for doctors and practitioners feeling stuck or burnt out Timestamps: Intro (00:00:00) Simplifying Nutrition Without Losing the Science (00:05:31) The Health Scare That Sparked a New Direction (00:12:40) How Nutrition Impacts Healing (00:19:03) Why Protein Matters More Than You Think (00:28:45) How Much Protein You Need & Why Some Say Less Is Better (00:34:40) Low Protein Signs (00:45:05) Why Plant Sources Gets Underrated (00:50:02) What Makes a Protein Source “High Quality” (00:58:30) Calorie Counting vs. Food Quality (01:05:42) How to Eat More Plant Protein Without Overthinking It (01:12:01) Should You Use Protein Powders? (01:25:18) Final Takeaway: BBGS and Protein Needs (01:32:40) Resources & links: - https://www.notion.so/https-www-youtube-com-watch-v-PJ84CB3eSTY-20e6ee7871e480be9855f959515cc9f8?pvs=21 - Follow Dr. Rupy on https://www.instagram.com/doctors_kitchen/?hl=en - https://www.amazon.com/Doctors-Kitchen-3-2-1-Rupy-Aujla/dp/0008395411 Subscribe and stay connected: Found this episode valuable? Subscribe to The Proof on YouTube and hit the notification bell to stay updated. Listening on Spotify or Apple Podcasts? Follow the show to ensure you never miss an episode. Support the show: The best way to support the show is to use the products and services offered by our sponsors. Visit http://theproof.com/friends for exclusive discounts. This episode is brought to you by: 38TERA Consider 38TERA's DMN prebiotic supplement a daily multivitamin for your gut. Formulated by yours truly and gastroenterologist Dr Will Bulsiewicz. Head to https://38tera.com/?ref=SIMON and use code THEPROOF for a discount at checkout. Function Health Take charge of your health with advanced blood testing and personalised insights. Function Health provides a practical solution to track key health markers such as cholesterol, blood sugar, and more. For the first 1,000 listeners, new members get a $100 credit when signing up. Head to https://www.functionhealth.com/simonhill to claim your credit. Only available to those living in the United States. Airbnb Right in the heart of the city, I’ve been hosting a hands-on Airbnb Experience at Little City Farm that’s all about plant diversity, gut health, and delicious food. For more information, or to find other experiences on your next trip, check out http://www.airbnb.com/experiences. WHOOP Whoop, the most advanced fitness and health wearable available. Your personalised fitness and health coach to recover faster, sleep better, and train smarter. Claim your first month free on http://join.whoop.com/simon. Simon Hill, MSc, BSc (Hons) - Creator of http://theproof.com/ - Host of https://theproof.com/podcast/ - Author of https://theproof.com/book/ Subscribe & Connect: - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheProofWithSimonHill?sub_confirmation=1 - Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-proof-with-simon-hill/id1367773989 - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7bAIJCVgnquxXZuQCdZyTi?si=84831dc34dc9408b - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theproof/ - X: https://x.com/theproof - Facebook: https://facebook.com/theproofwithsimonhill - Nourish your gut with my https://theproof.com/ferments/ and download my https://theproof.com/mealplan