
ZOE Science & Nutrition
Recap: Do you need to eat meat to build muscle? | Simon Hill & Will Bulsiewicz
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3 Jun 2025 · 14 min
Protein intakeMuscle growthNutrition basics
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Today we’re diving into protein. It’s the nutrient at the centre of some of the biggest debates in nutrition - especially when it comes to building muscle. And as more people adopt plant-based diets, one question keeps coming up: Can non-meat proteins really support strength and overall health? So, what does the science say? Is it better to get our protein from animals or plants? I’m joined by nutrition expert Simon Hill and Dr. Will Bulsiewicz to break down the benefits of both, and to explore