Biomechanics - A Key To Health, Hiding In Plain Sight Saving Lives In Slow Motion podcast

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Symptoms are often hard to interpret with the amount of data and tools that are out there these days. In this episode I look at innocuous symptoms that can creep up on us over a long time but could be harbinger of an underlying condition. COMT genes: https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/blog/click-here-for-happiness/202001/what-is-the-comt-gene-and-how-does-it-affect-your-health Raynaud’s Phenomenon: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/raynauds-phenomenon Fungal nails: https://patient.info/infections/fungal-nail-infection-tinea-unguium Nitric oxide foods: https://www.webmd.com/diet/healthy-foods-nitric-oxide FIT testing for bowel cancer: https://www.faecal-immunochemical-test.co.uk/healthcare-professionals/about-faecal-immunochemical-testing/ Body odour: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/symptoms/17865-body-odor Phaeochromocytoma: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/pheochromocytoma/symptoms-causes/syc-20355367# Unexplained weight loss: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/symptoms/unexplained-weight-loss Rash - acanthosis nigricans: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/acanthosis-nigricans/ Buy The Health Fix now: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Health-Fix-Dr-Ayan-Panja/dp/1914239326/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Work-life balance - the ultimate hot topic and how to get it right 15:22

hace 13 días15:22

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There isn’t a week that I don’t hear the phrase ‘work-life balance’. In this episode I look at what it means, how it has changed over the years and what we can do to try to get it right. What is work-life balance?: https://www.forbes.com/sites/maurathomas/2022/07/26/what-does-work-life-balance-even-mean/ Severance: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11280740/ Womens Liberation and WLB: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4079063/#: The Great Resignation: https://hbr.org/2022/03/the-great-resignation-didnt-start-with-the-pandemic Freelancing pros and cons: https://medium.com/@mrmunifali/the-5-pros-and-cons-of-freelance-work-15e1dbb375c6 Why Google perks may not be what good working life is about: https://www.cnbc.com/2019/04/18/google-amazon-microsoft-perks-dont-matter-this-is-what-keeps-talented-people-from-quitting.html Work is good for us: https://www.bmj.com/content/353/bmj.i2191 Boiling frogs: https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/blog/lessons-from-a-burnt-out-psychologist/202406/the-boiling-frog-syndrome-a-metaphor-for-burnout Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Your questions answered! - DNA analyses, bad habits, chronic fatigue, dietary fibre and more 15:07

hace 20 días15:07

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In this episode I have saved up questions from the last 6 months and decided to tackle them head on. From whether you should get a DNA analysis to why some people think fibre is bad for you - it’s in this ep! DNA analyses - a view point https://www.theguardian.com/science/2017/jul/23/what-i-learned-from-home-dna-test-kits-are-they-accurate-or-worthwhile SNPs: https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/understanding/genomicresearch/snp/ Genetic screening via health professionals: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/predictive-genetic-tests-cancer/ MCM6: https://medlineplus.gov/download/genetics/gene/mcm6.pdf The genes of Alzheimer’s Disease: https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/alzheimers-causes-and-risk-factors/alzheimers-disease-genetics-fact-sheet Alcohol and WHO advice: https://www.who.int/europe/news/item/04-01-2023-no-level-of-alcohol-consumption-is-safe-for-our-health Chronic fatigue syndrome: https://www.healthline.com/health/chronic-fatigue-syndrome Long Covid YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@LCCWYCD Organic food - the dirty dozen and the clean fifteen: https://www.ewg.org/foodnews/clean-fifteen.php Fibre bad for us? (A dissection of this argument): https://biolayne.com/articles/research/paul-saladino-on-joe-rogan-experience-hype-vs-evidence/ Dr Emily Leeming on fibre: https://dremilyleeming.substack.com/p/is-fibre-the-missing-link-to-true My case for generalism: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ST6XEDcD_C4 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Vitamin D - everything you need to know 15:58

hace 27 días15:58

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Vitamin D is often regarded as the doyen of vitamins. It’s structure differs to other vitamins and in this episode I look at it’s benefits, it’s risks and potential in terms of it’s role in human health. Structure of vitamin D: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0002916523241039 UVA and UVB light: https://www.skincancer.org/risk-factors/uv-radiation/ Vitamin D deficiency (NICE): https://cks.nice.org.uk/topics/vitamin-d-deficiency-in-adults/ Innate vs adaptive immunity: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK279396/# (Listen to my episode on autoimmunity - October 2024) Rickets: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/rickets-and-osteomalacia/ VDR mutations and rickets: https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/gene/vdr/ Twin study on VDR mutations: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-020-69128-2 Vitamin D co-factors: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10974675/ Tim Spector and vitamin D: https://theconversation.com/the-sun-goes-down-on-vitamin-d-why-i-changed-my-mind-about-this-celebrated-supplement-52725 Foods high in vitamin K2: https://health.clevelandclinic.org/vitamin-k2-foods Marshall Protocol: https://biomedres.us/pdfs/BJSTR.MS.ID.008344.pdf Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Coeliac Disease and gluten sensitivity - what it is and why it’s on the rise. 17:52

hace 5 weeks17:52

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Coeliac Disease rates are rising across the globe. In this episode I look at what it is, why it occurs and the multitude of guises that gluten-related symptoms can take on. So many foods contain gluten (not just grains) so it is an important issue. The genetics of coeliac disease (HLAs - human leukocyte antigens): https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/is-celiac-disease-hereditary Villi and their function: https://study.com/learn/lesson/villi-in-small-intestine.html Innate vs adaptive immunity: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK279396/ The rise of coeliac disease: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2023-01-31/rising-incidence-of-celiac-disease-spurs-interest-in-research-treatments Non-coeliac gluten sensitivity: https://www.sheffieldbrc.nihr.ac.uk/our-research/neuroscience/neuroinflammation/gluten-related-neurological-disorders-and-ataxia Dermatitis herpetiformis: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/21460-dermatitis-herpetiformis Gluten ataxia and TG6-mediated neurological symptoms: https://www.sth.nhs.uk/news/2020/11/23/new-breakthrough-diagnostic-test-leads-to-earlier-detection-of-neurological-damage-caused-by-gluten-sensitivity/ Sourdough: https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2016/mar/23/sourdough-bread-gluten-intolerance-food-health-celiac-disease Omega-5 gliadin allergy: https://www.aaaai.org/tools-for-the-public/latest-research-summaries/the-journal-of-allergy-and-clinical-immunology-in/2018/wheat GAD antibodies: https://www.healthline.com/health/diabetes/gad-antibodies Hashimoto’s and gluten: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/hashimotos-and-gluten Foods containing gluten: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/gluten-foods#foods-with-gluten Ancient and modern wheat: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9611902/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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The end of life - how can we prepare for it? 16:22

hace 6 weeks16:22

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In this episode I look at something that comes to us all, not death itself, but the run up towards it. How can we prepare for the inevitable in the best possible way? Is it even possible? Longevity as an obsession: https://www.theguardian.com/wellness/2024/sep/13/rich-men-longevity-history Urgency culture, burnout and modern life: https://www.nationalgeographic.com/science/article/urgency-culture-burnout Being busy: https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/blog/the-psychology-of-creativity/202304/the-myth-of-keeping-busy Regrets of the dying: https://bronnieware.com/blog/regrets-of-the-dying/ 7 types of forgetfulness: https://www.health.harvard.edu/mind-and-mood/forgetfulness-7-types-of-normal-memory-problems Communities around the end of life: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6330929/ Being true to yourself: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vdG2yK7hoPQ Meditation for the end of life: https://www.mindfulnessassociation.net/research-blogs/compassion-meditation-for-end-of-life/ Physical contact at the end of life: https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/blog/understanding-grief/201703/touching-the-dying Legal and financial advice: https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-information-and-support/impacts-of-cancer/benefits-and-financial-support/financial-help-end-of-life Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Migraines (and headaches) - the forgotten epidemic? 16:22

hace 7 weeks16:22

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Migraines are common cause of debility worldwide. In this episode I look at the causes of migraines and other types of headaches, what we can do about them and how to detect and manage them better. Links: The theories behind migraine and its mechanism: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/headache/how-a-migraine-happens Triptan drugs: https://migrainetrust.org/live-with-migraine/healthcare/treatments/triptans/#page-section-1 MSG headaches: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38079074/ Sphenoid sinus disease (confused for migraine): https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16213927/ Functional scoliosis: https://www.healthline.com/health/scoliosis/functional-scoliosis#summary Erunemab: https://migrainetrust.org/live-with-migraine/healthcare/treatments/calcitonin-gene-related-peptide-monoclonal-antibodies/ Migraine as common cause of disability: https://thejournalofheadacheandpain.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s10194-020-01208-0 Daith piercing: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7075511/ Acupuncture: https://migrainetrust.org/live-with-migraine/healthcare/treatments/acupuncture/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Functional Medicine: a model for addressing health issues today or modern day quackery? 16:42

hace 8 weeks16:42

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In this episode I look at Functional Medicine, a movement which started in the USA and is practised predominantly by non-medical practitioners but also increasingly medical doctors. It comes under a lot of fire from doctors and I want to explore why this, including that is isn’t ‘medicine' and what the differences and similarities are between functional medicine and conventional allopathic medicine. Links: Intro to functional medicine by IFM: https://www.ifm.org/functional-medicine A review of functional medicine by Jeffrey Bland: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9173848/ Methylation explained: https://www.healthline.com/health/methylation#takeaway Methylation, a view from a functional medicine practitioner: https://www.drkarafitzgerald.com/2016/08/01/methylation-whats-fuss/ The British College of Functional Medicine: https://www.bc-fm.org/ Patient story from The Cleveland Clinic: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/patient-stories/196-functional-medicine-helps-woman-regain-her-life-after-44-years-of-chronic-pain An allopathic doctors view: https://www.doctormather.com/blog/redflags Limitations of Evidence Based Medicine: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0735109716331370 Evidence Based Medicine: https://bmjopen.bmj.com/content/12/11/e067268 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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How to take stock of your health in just 10 minutes 17:56

hace 9 weeks17:56

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In this episode I look at a quick and easy way to take stock of your health quickly and easily to re-orientate yourself whenever you need to. It’s a great way to lay out your story, turn 'what into why', and maintain your health and head off problems before they set in. My IDEAL framework for habit change: https://www.glamourmagazine.co.uk/article/the-health-fix-dr-ayan-panja-new-years-resolutions . (There is a separate episode on this: episode 26) Yoga with Adriene on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/yogawithadriene Jet lag tips: https://www.healthline.com/health/healthy-sleep/how-to-get-over-jet-lag Sleep tips: https://somneesleep.com/blogs/post/matt-walker-sleep-tips Infections: https://www.bbc.co.uk/future/article/20241119-long-fatigue-the-exhaustion-that-lingers-after-an-infection Vitamin D deficiency: https://cks.nice.org.uk/topics/vitamin-d-deficiency-in-adults/ BUY THE HEALTH FIX and transform your health: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Health-Fix-Dr-Ayan-Panja/dp/1914239326/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Protein - the essence of our biological life? 15:44

hace 10 weeks15:44

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Protein is one of our three macronutrients and increasingly getting traction as being really important to our long term health. In this episode I look at why it’s so important to make sure we get enough and the right type. Sugar equivalent chart for carbohydrates: https://lowcarbfreshwell.com/what-is-a-low-carb-lifestyle/dr-unwins-sugar-infographics/ Leptin and ghrelin: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/leptin-101 Macronutrients: https://www.bhf.org.uk/informationsupport/heart-matters-magazine/nutrition/ask-the-expert/macronutrients Trans-fats: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/high-blood-cholesterol/in-depth/trans-fat/art-20046114 10000 proteins (our proteome): https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4889822/ Sarcopenia: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/23167-sarcopenia Nitrites and cancer: https://www.theguardian.com/society/2022/dec/27/too-much-nitrite-cured-meat-brings-clear-risk-of-cancer-say-scientists Protein and reduced cognitive decline: https://www.health.harvard.edu/mind-and-mood/protein-intake-associated-with-less-cognitive-decline Doctors Kitchen protein calculator (Dr Rupy Aujla): https://www.thedoctorskitchen.com/protein_calculator.php Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Air Pollution - a serious "invisible" threat to our health both in and outdoors and what we can do about it 14:54

hace 11 weeks14:54

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Air pollution is a huge cause of death killing 8 million people worldwide each year. Its effects are damaging to most of our body systems yet is an ‘invisible’ threat to us. In this episode I look at what we can do to minimise our exposure to air pollutants in and out of the home. WHO guidelines: https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9789240034228 Pesticides and Parkinson’s Disease: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32919961/ Air pollution and non-communicable diseases: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6904854/ Smoke control at home: https://www.gov.uk/smoke-control-area-rules Carpets and health: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5858259/ Mould and illness: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7231651/ Plants and air purification: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8279815/ My report for the BBC from Hong Kong on air pollution comparing types: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/av/health-35885569 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Magnesium - why it’s so important for our health 15:58

hace 12 weeks15:58

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Magnesium is an important mineral for our health and in this episode I look at why it has become a silent public health issue in recent years. I cover where magnesium comes from, why deficiency has become so prevalent and what to do about it. Food sources of magnesium: https://nutritionsource.hsph.harvard.edu/magnesium/ Sublinical magnesium deficiency: https://openheart.bmj.com/content/5/1/e000668 Getting enough magnesium and why blood testing is often inaccurate: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6316205/ An old study about CO2 and plant mineralisation: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24867639/ The decline of plant nutrition: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36336557/ Vitamin D and magnesium: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0899900722000867 A campaign for remineralising soil: https://www.remineralize.org/ Examine.com - evidence based information on supplements Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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How to get the most out of your GP appointment 15:07

hace 13 weeks15:07

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In this episode I go back to the basics of how to get themes out now your GP appointment beyond the obvious. Medicine is increasingly complex and time is often short with the doctor. Here are my tips for an effective use of appointments in 2025. Links: Why men don’t gp to the doctor - https://www.bowelresearchuk.org/latest-news/why-dont-men-go-to-see-their-doctors/ Hello My Name is: https://www.hellomynameis.org.uk/ Continuity: https://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/workload/continuity-of-care-more-productive-than-access-driven-gp-models-study-suggests/ Giving the doctor a good history: https://www.forbes.com/sites/carolynmcclanahan/2019/01/19/how-to-give-a-good-medical-history-to-get-better-health-care/ Reasonable adjustments: https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/legal-rights/disability-discrimination/reasonable-adjustments/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Urinary Tract Health - a 101: 14:08

hace 14 weeks14:08

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Infections of the urinary tract are a daily occurrence but there is much more to them than meets the eye. In this episode I go through some of the conditions that affect the kidney and bladder and what we can do to keep them healthy. Cystitis: https://www.healthline.com/health/cystitis Benign prostate enlargement: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/prostate-enlargement/ Urethritis: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/264903 Bladder cancer symptoms: https://www.mdanderson.org/cancerwise/how-i-knew-i-had-bladder-cancer---3-survivors--first-symptoms.h00-159701490.html Kidney stone diet: https://www.healthline.com/health/kidney-stone-diet Chronic kidney disease: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/kidney-disease/ Bladder and pelvic muscle exercises: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/14611-kegel-exercises Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Wellness - a trillion dollar cult or an essential part of healthy living? 19:55

hace 15 weeks19:55

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Wellness is big. But it really divides opinion. Some think of it as extreme aesthetic procedures or unnecessary fad diets whereas others regard it as essential maintenance. I explore what wellness really means in this episode. —— Links: The GWI and wellness definitions: https://globalwellnessinstitute.org/ Wellness vs wellbeing: https://www.gallup.com/workplace/340202/wellness-wellbeing-difference.aspx Kelp and the thyroid: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6750240/ When wellness goes wrong: https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2024/mar/31/the-wellness-instagrammer-who-learned-to-let-go BBL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-norfolk-66798236 Gluten antibodies and neurological disease: https://www.sth.nhs.uk/news/2020/11/23/new-breakthrough-diagnostic-test-leads-to-earlier-detection-of-neurological-damage-caused-by-gluten-sensitivity/ Stress and heart rhythm issues: https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/JAHA.123.032414 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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The 8 habits that might help you live 20 years longer 15:19

hace 16 weeks15:19

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In this episode I look at a huge study from the USA which looked at over 700,000 people to find which habits lead others to increased lifespan. I discuss the limitations of the study but also some universal habits we could all potentially benefit from. The study: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S000291652366280X?via%3Dihub Study summary: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38065710/ Exercise benefits: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/10-benefits-of-exercise All Trials (Ben Goldacre): https://www.alltrials.net/ The latest on the opioid crisis: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-65764307 . (The dramatisations of this story, Painkiller and Dopesick are both available to watch on Netflix) What is an observational study?: https://www.mrcctu.ucl.ac.uk/patients-public/about-clinical-trials/what-is-an-observational-study/ O Sleep (by Handel): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kJr5Uvi7fM4 Plant-based diets: https://nutritionj.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12937-023-00877-2 A framework to help create or break habits: https://www.glamourmagazine.co.uk/article/the-health-fix-dr-ayan-panja-new-years-resolutions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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2025 - the year of letting go 13:21

hace 17 weeks13:21

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This year instead of wanting to take on new habits and do more I want to let go of things that are holding me back. In true Health Fix style it’s all about Too Little vs Too Much and I am shedding the too much bits! Toxic behaviours by others, phones in the morning, all or nothing and forgiveness all feature. Links: Marie Kondo and KonMari: https://konmari.com/ Boundary setting: https://psychcentral.com/relationships/what-are-personal-boundaries-how-do-i-get-some Forgiveness vs moving on: https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/blog/the-forgiving-life/201809/is-there-difference-between-forgiving-and-moving Comparisons with others: https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/articles/201711/the-comparison-trap Changing an all or nothing mindset: https://chadd.org/adhd-weekly/replace-an-all-or-nothing-mindset-with-balanced-thinking/ Phone use in the morning: https://www.fielding.edu/how-morning-phone-habits-shape-productivity-and-well-being/# BUY THE HEALTH FIX PAPERBACK NOW: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Health-Fix-Dr-Ayan-Panja/dp/1914239326/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Reflection - why it’s good for us 12:45

hace 18 weeks12:45

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There is consensus on how reflection is good for mental health as well as productivity but how can we easily make time for it on the modern world? In this episode at this reflective time of year I look at how we might be able to do it little and often. The power of self-reflection: https://hbr.org/2022/03/dont-underestimate-the-power-of-self-reflection Journalling benefits: https://psychcentral.com/lib/the-health-benefits-of-journaling Reflection and productivity: https://www.library.hbs.edu/working-knowledge/the-pause-that-brings-peace-and-productivity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Anaemia 101 14:51

hace 19 weeks14:51

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In this episode I cover the different type so anaemia as I have found it can cause much confusion and there are so many different types, from mild iron deficiency to types that can be life threatening. Iron deficiency anaemia: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/iron-deficiency-anaemia/ Bone marrow: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/body/22818-bone-marrow Haem and non haem iron: https://www.mkuh.nhs.uk/patient-information-leaflet/good-sources-of-iron Vitamin C and iron: https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/iron_and_vitamin_c_the_perfect_pair Aplastic anaemia: https://www.gosh.nhs.uk/conditions-and-treatments/conditions-we-treat/aplastic-anaemia/ Pernicious anaemia: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/22377-pernicious-anemia Anaemia of chronic disease: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/14477-anemia-of-chronic-disease MCV on a blood count: https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/mcv-mean-corpuscular-volume/ Leukaemia: https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/leukaemia Haemolytic anaemia: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/hemolytic-anemia Sickle cell disease: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/sickle-cell-disease/ Thalassemia: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/14508-thalassemias Iron diet sheet: https://kingstonhospital.nhs.uk/information/iron-diet-sheet/ Eating your greens: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34034049/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Liver health - fatty liver disease, jaundice, preventive measures and more 18:15

hace 20 weeks18:15

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In this episode I look at the liver and how to keep it healthy, arguably the most industrious visceral organ in our body with so many critical functions. Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/nonalcoholic-fatty-liver-disease Fructose: https://www.nih.gov/news-events/nih-research-matters/how-high-fructose-intake-may-trigger-fatty-liver-disease Glycogen: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/23509-glycogen Ultra processed food and liver disease: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37871746/ Alcohol and liver disease: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/alcoholinduced-liver-disease WIlson’s Disease: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/wilsons-disease/symptoms-causes/syc-20353251 Haemochromatosis: https://www.haemochromatosis.org.uk/ Jaundice: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/jaundice/ Gall bladder removal - cholecsytecomy: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/procedures/21614-gallbladder-removal Diarrhoea after gall bladder removal: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10725554/ Hepatitis 'alphabet': https://www.who.int/news-room/questions-and-answers/item/hepatitis Gallbladder diet: https://www.healthline.com/health/gallbladder-diet Metabolic pathways in detoxification: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1155/2015/760689 Coffee and other foods: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/323915 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Winter Health 101 13:30

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It’s a time of year that some people dread but there’s so much we can do get through this season and I look at that in this short but useful 101 episode. Polyphenols and hormesis: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0958166924000107 Vitamin C and zinc for colds: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32342851/ Asthma exacerbations and vitamin D: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanres/article/PIIS2213-2600(17)30306-5/fulltext# Non IgE cows milk protein allergy: https://www.allergyuk.org/about-allergy/allergy-in-childhood/cows-milk-allergy/ (can cause cough if drinking milk) SAD: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/seasonal-affective-disorder/symptoms-causes/syc-20364651 Morning light (Russell Foster): https://www.neuroscience.ox.ac.uk/news/professor-russell-foster-receives-daylight-award-2020 Food cravings in winter: https://www.independent.co.uk/health-and-wellbeing/winter-diet-cold-weather-food-b2621804.html Flu (Influenza): https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/4335-influenza-flu Exercise in winter health: https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/fitness/getting-active/how-to-stay-active-in-cold-weather Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Back Pain 17:22

hace 22 weeks17:22

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Back pain is something most of us have suffered with at some point. In this episode I look at the various reasons behind back pain, how we can rethink it and manage it beyond simple exercise and pain relief including alternative therapies. The stats: https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/low-back-pain Back muscles: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/body/21632-back-muscles The lumbar spine: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/22396-lumbar-spine Sciatica: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/12792-sciatica 'Slipped disc': https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/slipped-disc/ Core exercises for the back (yoga and pilates may also help): https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/fitness/in-depth/core-strength/art-20546851 Cauda equina - an emergency: https://orthoinfo.aaos.org/en/diseases--conditions/cauda-equina-syndrome/ Vitamin D and back pain: https://www.thepermanentejournal.org/doi/10.7812/TPP/18.241 IDD therapy: https://iddtherapy.co.uk/ Acupuncture: https://www.healthline.com/health/acupuncture-for-back-pain Spinal cord stimulators: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/treatment-tests-and-therapies/treating-pain-with-spinal-cord-stimulators Mind-body link in back pain: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/11/09/well/mind/john-sarno-chronic-pain-relief.html Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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The Mental Heath Crisis: why it is so severe and will it ever get better? 19:40

hace 23 weeks19:40

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In this episode I look at why across much of the world mental health is in crisis. What are the reasons for this? What can we do about it? TW: mentions suicide. Systems biology in medicine: https://www.imperial.ac.uk/metabolism-digestion-reproduction/research/systems-medicine/ COVID and mental health: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8758130/# Trauma and mental health: https://www.theguardian.com/society/2021/sep/20/trauma-trust-and-triumph-psychiatrist-bessel-van-der-kolk-on-how-to-recover-from-our-deepest-pain Antipsychotic medication: https://www.bap.org.uk/articles/chlorpromazine-the-first-antipsychotic/ The coal gas story, UK: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC478945/ Suicide and means restriction: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanpub/article/PIIS2468-2667(24)00157-9/fulltext Golden Gate Bridge stories and learnings: https://ennyman.medium.com/a-lesson-from-29-golden-gate-suicide-attempts-a42f4ef3f970 https://edition.cnn.com/2023/11/19/us/golden-gate-bridge-suicide-safety-net/index.html Jonny Benjamin: https://jonnybenjamin.co.uk/ The Hoffman Process: https://www.hoffmaninstitute.co.uk/about-the-process/ Early Years resources: https://www.annafreud.org/services/services-for-children-and-young-people/for-under-fives/early-years-in-mind/ Leafyard - one of many mental health AI apps: https://www.leafyard.com/healthfix Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Hydration - how to get it right: the life saving power and perils of fluid balance 15:28

hace 24 weeks15:28

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Hydration is something many of us take for granted but in this episode I bust some myths around hydration, cover why it is important to give it some thought and why urine colour is not the best measure of how hydrated we are. Too much vs too little: https://www.instagram.com/drayanpanja/p/C16g1vfI3ZP/ BUY THE HEALTH FIX NOW: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Health-Fix-Transform-Your-Weeks/dp/1914239296/ref=nodl_?dplnkId=1ba53367-030f-4f3f-ad09-4a1fc81eadf5 Plethysmography: https://www.healthline.com/health/plethysmography Water intoxication: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/water-intoxication Diarrhoeal disease and oral rehydration therapy (ORT): https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/diarrhoeal-disease ORT: https://ourworldindata.org/oral-rehydration-therapy 8 glasses of water a day?: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-north-east-orkney-shetland-63755475# Overhydration dangers: https://www.healthline.com/health/overhydration Delirium: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/delirium/symptoms-causes/syc-20371386 What hydrates us: https://www.webmd.com/parenting/features/healthy-beverages Excessive thirst: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/thirst/ Tap water: https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/tap-water-uk-safe-to-drink-b2600254.html Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Thyroid Health - a deep dive on how it works, what it does, how it goes wrong and what to do to keep it healthy 18:04

hace 25 weeks18:04

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The thyroid is an important gland and with many functions. Up to 10% of people have a thyroid disorder and in this episode I look at common presentations and how to keep your thyroid healthy. How thyroid hormone is made: https://www.ezmedlearning.com/blog/thyroid-hormone-synthesis-steps-pathway Hashimoto’s Disease - a common cause of hypothyroidism (underactive): https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hashimotos-disease/symptoms-causes/syc-20351855 Derbyshire goitre: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15719162/ Nutritional factors and the thyroid: https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/proceedings-of-the-nutrition-society/article/multiple-nutritional-factors-and-thyroid-disease-with-particular-reference-to-autoimmune-thyroid-disease/DBA9BAD5847376FA5E099B7ACC7556A2 Iodine - a double edged sword: https://www.healthline.com/health/iodine-uses Selenium and the thyroid: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37033262/ Ashwagandha: https://www.liebertpub.com/doi/10.1089/acm.2017.0183 Heavy metals and the thyroid: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3569681/ Lioyhyronine (T3): Many people cannot convert T4 to T3 (a defect in the de-iodinase enzyme that loses the iodine molecule): https://thyroiduk.org/if-you-are-hypothyroid/treatment-options-for-hypothyroidism/treatment-options-for-hypothyroidism/liothyronine-t3/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Prostate Cancer - 101 21:15

hace 26 weeks21:15

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It’s the second commonest cancer in men across the world and increasing in incidence. In this episode I look at why it occurs and what we can do prevent it, manage risk and raise awareness. Hormones and their roles in prostate cancer: https://www.ceu.ox.ac.uk/news/largest-study-to-date-confirms-role-of-two-hormones-in-aggressive-prostate-cancer-risk# Benign prostatic hypertrophy (not cancer): https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/benign-prostatic-hyperplasia/symptoms-causes/syc-20370087 Genetics and prostate cancer: https://medlineplus.gov/genetics/condition/prostate-cancer/#causes Gleason grading of prostate cancer: https://www.pcf.org/about-prostate-cancer/diagnosis-staging-prostate-cancer/gleason-score-isup-grade Stress and prostate cancer: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5693840/ Inflammation and prostate cancer: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4029103/#:~:text=These%20preliminary%20studies%20revealed%20that,score%207%E2%80%9310)%20disease. Exercise and prostate cancer: https://www.pcf.org/patient-resources/living-prostate-cancer/exercise-prostate-cancer/ Toxins / cadmium: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41389-020-0202-7 Dietary cadmium: https://bmccancer.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12885-015-1153-9# Selenium supplementation: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/8971064/ Prospective Japanese study on green tea: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17906295/ Calcium and red meat: https://www.nature.com/articles/6604331 Green tea and diet: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0306987722000792 Movember.com Buy my book THE HEALTH FIX on sale price now: https://rb.gy/rzknqt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Who should you trust with your health? 16:12

hace 27 weeks16:12

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The amount of health information and practitioners are constantly growing and we have a choice about where we search for this information and advice. But how do you know who is reliable? How do you decide who to trust? I explore this and more in the episode. Gen Z and their health: https://www.healthline.com/health-news/tiktok-main-source-health-information-gen-z#56%25-of-Gen-Z-users-turn-to-TikTok-for-health-and-wellness-advice Good cheap and fast - 2 out of 3: https://audioinsurgent.substack.com/p/fast-cheap-goodpick-two Debates around vaccines: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10070776/ What health means in a digital society: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5778676/#:~:text=Definitions Youtube Health: https://health.youtube/ Trust in health - sources: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-48663843 Conflicts of interest: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2623608 The role of influencers: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/1553118X.2022.2042694 Covid vaccine injuries: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/05/03/health/covid-vaccines-side-effects.html Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Narrative Medicine - how storytelling helps us heal 16:51

hace 28 weeks16:51

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Narrative Medicine is an important art in a consultation involving both talking and listening. In this episode I look at why it is important and how it can help our health outcomes. AI in consultations: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-13169325/GP-AI-listening-auto-generate-patient-notes-confidential-medical-information-wrong-hands.html Neurodivergence: https://autietraumageek.medium.com/lost-in-translation-the-social-language-theory-of-neurodivergence-part-1-of-2-1963ba0073c5 Data usage in medicine: https://bjgp.org/content/68/668/e146 Pre-surgery anxiety: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/surgery-anxiety#pre-surgery-vs-post-surgery-anxiety The therapeutic benefit of being heard: https://thelionmind.org.sg/the-importance-of-being-heard-enhancing-mental-health-through-active-listening/ The seven C’s: https://www.conversationsinvitingchange.com/about/ Narrative medicine - journal article: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/194300 A review of narrative medicine and outcomes: https://bmjopen.bmj.com/content/10/1/e031568 Narrative medicine - good for both patients and clinicians: https://www.thepermanentejournal.org/doi/10.7812/TPP/23.116# AI and empathy: https://www.wavestone.com/en/insight/the-empathy-paradox-can-ai-connect-with-customers-in-contact-centres/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Community as a cure - the stunning power of groups in health and wellbeing 17:44

hace 29 weeks17:44

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Community as a cure? We often think of healthcare being a relationship between a clinician and a patient but amazing things can occur through the power of community and using it as sociological therapy. I look at why groups can be so powerful and how you might run one. Parkrun: home | parkrun UK Weight Watchers: How The WeightWatchers Weight-Loss Program Works Stanley Schachter’s work - an article: https://www.strongtowns.org/journal/2009/2/16/the-tribe-mentality.html An example of healthy living delivered in groups, initially churches: https://www.danielplan.com/# Group consultations - Dr Rupa Joshi: https://painconcern.org.uk/empowering-patients/ Shape Up: https://www.watfordfccsetrust.com/project/shape-up/ Nushu: https://nushu.com/group Communities in health - people as a valuable commodity: https://www.health.org.uk/publications/at-the-heart-of-health-realising-the-value-of-people-and-communities#:~:text=Mental and physical health and,community capacity and resilience%2C among Rural groups in India: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9207712/ Thalassemia awareness (charity): https://ukts.org/ Children’s Heart Disease Awareness: https://chfed.org.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Autoimmunity - its alarming rise and what we can do about it 19:56

hace 30 weeks19:56

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Autoimmunity and autoimmune diseases are on the rise. In this episode I look at why this is the case, the mechanisms behind autoimmunity and what we can do to prevent and manage it. Innate vs adaptive immunity (including B and T cells): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK279396/# Molecular mimicry in autoimmunity: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0896841118305365# Hashimoto’s - molecular mimicry in action. Gluten mimics the surface proteins of the thyroid gland: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37554764/ Autoantibodies: https://pathology.jhu.edu/autoimmune/definitions The rise of autoimmunity and autoimmune diseases: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9918670/# Intestinal permeability and autoimmunity: https://academic.oup.com/biohorizons/article/doi/10.1093/biohorizons/hzx015/4670557# 'Leaky gut’ syndrome: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326117 Autoimmune protocol diet: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/aip-diet-autoimmune-protocol-diet#how-it-works Proteus and rheumatoid arthritis; https://www.iomcworld.org/open-access/worldwide-links-between-emproteus-mirabilisem-and-rheumatoid-arthritis-46162.html Sleep and autoimmunity: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanrhe/article/PIIS2665-9913(22)00311-3/fulltext Stress and autoimmunity: https://www.autoimmuneinstitute.org/articles/stress-autoimmune-disease-navigating-the-complex-relationship/ An expert opinion on the rise in autoimmunity: https://medicine.yale.edu/news-article/why-are-autoimmune-and-allergic-diseases-rising-andrew-wang/ Vitamin D and autoimmunity: https://www.newscientist.com/article/2306132-vitamin-d-supplements-really-do-reduce-risk-of-autoimmune-disease/#ixzz7KF2W0SEL Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Biomechanics - a key to health, hiding in plain sight 16:04

hace 31 weeks16:04

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Our biomechanics affect us all the time, each and every day and is often ignored when it comes to its impact on health. From hip pain to heartburn, our anatomy and the way we move can have impacts on our health on a daily basis. Leg length discrepancy: https://www.thebiomechanicsmethod.com/2021/06/01/how-a-leg-length-discrepancy-affects-the-body/ Podiatry and foot biomechanics: https://www.ukpodiatry.com/our-assessments/biomechanical-analysis Kyphosis exercises: https://www.healthline.com/health/exercise-fitness/kyphosis-exercises#exercises-to-try World Athletics: https://worldathletics.org/news/press-release/2017-world-championships-athletics-biomechani The kinetic chain: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7174497/ Exercise for constipation: https://www.healthline.com/health/chronic-constipation/exercises-to-relieve-constipation#1 Looking at your phone: https://www.cprtherapy.org/blog/Postural-Awareness-with-Mobile-Devices~6435.html Douglas Heel (activation therapy): https://douglasheel.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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'Your typical day" - how it can give you clues to unresolved symptoms 18:35

hace 32 weeks18:35

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In my book The Health Fix I talk about how I ask patients about their typical day and why that is a great question to ask in order to generate a 'Lifestyle Prescription’. Looking at your typical day may not be something you’ve done recently or in any detail but it can give you clues to why you may be contributing to some of your symptoms or how you feel. Carpal tunnel syndrome and sleep position: https://www.athletico.com/2017/04/14/sleep-positioning-carpal-tunnel-syndrome/ Sleep and circadian rhythm tips: https://www.stylist.co.uk/health/sleep/cant-sleep-mistakes/496595 Health trackers and anxiety: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8357265/ Caffeine and our genes: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4242593/ Systems medicine and biology: https://laskerfoundation.org/leroy-hood-there-is-going-to-be-a-fantastic-revolution-in-medicine/ Eating late and sleep disruption: https://health.clevelandclinic.org/is-eating-before-bed-bad-for-you Microwave ovens and health: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4242593/ Repressed emotions and dealing with them: https://www.healthline.com/health/repressed-emotions My IDEAL framework in print: https://www.glamourmagazine.co.uk/article/the-health-fix-dr-ayan-panja-new-years-resolutions My IDEAL framework on this podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/saving-lives-in-slow-motion/id1573742958?i=1000567557435 Our monkey brain: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/saving-lives-in-slow-motion/id1573742958?i=1000597803315 THE HEALTH FIX: The Health Fix: Transform your Health in 8 Weeks amazon.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Big Pharma - friend or foe? 18:21

hace 33 weeks18:21

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Big Pharma gets a lot of bad press, yet most of us have needed to take medication for something at some point in our lives. How do we minimise the risk of our coming to harm from drugs and what can industry do to work more openly with us? Diuretic drugs: https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-3-642-79565-7_4 Ben Goldacre - a review: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3635613/ Evidence Based Medicine: https://guides.mclibrary.duke.edu/ebm Lorcainide story: https://www.bmj.com/content/350/bmj.g7717/rr-1 Anti-arrhythmic drugs: https://www.bhf.org.uk/informationsupport/heart-matters-magazine/medical/drug-cabinet/anti-arrhythmics Drug reps and doctors: https://www.npr.org/2024/04/19/1245972805/pharma-reps-have-visited-doctors-for-decades-what-impact-does-it-have-on-patient The opioid crisis and Oxycontin latest: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-60610707 PHQ-9 for depression: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3416649/# Monoclonal antibodies: http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/health/114311.stm ALLTRIALS: alltrials.net The NHS and big pharma: https://www.theguardian.com/business/2023/jul/08/its-naive-to-think-this-is-in-the-best-interests-of-the-nhs-how-big-pharmas-millions-are-influencing-healthcare Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Decluttering your home - how it could have multiple benefits for your health 15:41

hace 34 weeks15:41

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The evidence is compelling. Clutter can be harmful to our health in many ways from poor sleep, stress, anxiety and even physical pain. Why is this the case and what can we do about it? Graham Hill - less stuff, more happiness: https://www.ted.com/talks/graham_hill_less_stuff_more_happiness?subtitle=en Marie Kondo and her work: https://konmari.com/ Attention and the visual cortex: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21228167/ Fals risk: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10735369/\\ Eating behaviours and hoarding: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25440599/ Procrastination and clutter: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36767429/ Decluttering challenge: https://www.apartmenttherapy.com/10-10-100-decluttering-challenge-37394185 Clutter, sleep and fatigue: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9616259/ ADHD and clutter: https://www.additudemag.com/making-peace-with-your-clutter/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Can some of our ‘bad' habits actually be good for us? 15:05

hace 35 weeks15:05

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I got thinking about this recently whilst on holiday recently where I was having a lot of lie-ins and doing a lot of daydreaming. Coffee: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/top-evidence-based-health-benefits-of-coffee Chewing and alertness: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4449949/ Chewing and effects on the immune system: https://www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/research-reveals-surprising-health-benefits-of-chewing-your-food/ Fidgeting and NEAT: https://www.womenshealthmag.com/uk/fitness/fat-loss/a36287384/neat-exercise/ Eating bogies - benefits?: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25344244/ Lie-ins: https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2021/sep/13/dream-on-the-surprising-health-benefit-of-a-weekend-lie-in Missing breakfast: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/is-skipping-breakfast-bad Alcohol and cognitive health: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4866612/ Daydreaming: https://time.com/6256541/why-daydreaming-is-good-for-you/ Bottling up anger: http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/health/8374519.stm Bouts of anger: https://blog.swedish.org/swedish-blog/new-study-bouts-of-anger-can-take-a-toll-on-your-heart How to process anger (Dr Gabor Maté): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yh1-y3TzSO4 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Role models and their impact on health (good and bad) 14:05

hace 36 weeks14:05

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Many of us have role models but do they impact our health? As the Olympics were taking place recently I started to think about this and in this episode I look at some studies and reveal their interesting findings. Role models (an alternative view): https://www.spectator.co.uk/article/the-problem-with-role-models/ Smoking in popular culture: https://truthinitiative.org/research-resources/tobacco-pop-culture/why-smoking-still-being-glamorized-media-and-pop-culture Study 1: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/380209172_Health_Motivation_in_the_Influencer_Era_Analyzing_Entertainment_Personal_and_Social_Media_Role_Models Study 2: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9421350/ Study 2 questionnaire: https://redcap.ctsi.psu.edu/surveys/index.php?s=4L973C8FFL The importance of mentoring: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2352144/ Chasing your hero: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wD2cVhC-63I Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Race and Racism in Medicine 15:32

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This is a topic close to my heart and is important to address for patients and medical staff. Race is a sociological construct and differs from ancestry. It has a surprising impact in medicine, both in terms of care and outcomes for patients. In addition racism needs stamping out in the medical profession in all corners. Prostate cancer risk in black men: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9826514/ Maternal mortality in black women during and after pregnancy : https://lordslibrary.parliament.uk/maternal-mortality-rates-in-the-black-community/# South Asians and type 2 Diabetes: https://www.diabetes.org.uk/node/12895 Black people and stroke risk: https://www.healthline.com/health/stroke/why-do-african-americans-have-a-greater-stroke-risk James Sims: https://www.history.com/news/the-father-of-modern-gynecology-performed-shocking-experiments-on-slaves Abuse during COVID: https://www.phc.ox.ac.uk/about/staff-stories/racist-abuse-against-asians-during-the-covid-19-pandemic Head injuries and race in sport: https://apnews.com/article/health-nfl-race-and-ethnicity-sports-066d9fd6bd85f5b5023207467701fde4# Dr Arora and the GMC: https://www.bmj.com/content/379/bmj.o2619 Beta Thalassemia: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/beta-thalassemia Tay-Sachs Disease: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/tay-sachs-disease/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Breathing and Breathwork - how getting the basics right can improve your health and wellbeing 14:44

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Breathing is a basic function we all need in order to survive but doing it correctly can have benefits to our health and the opposite is true - breathing in a sub-optimal way can pre-dispose to certain illnesses. Mouth breathing - could it predispose to allergies, asthma and impaired immunity?: https://www.sciencefocus.com/the-human-body/mouth-breathing Nasal breathing benefits: https://journals.physiology.org/doi/full/10.1152/ajpregu.00148.2023?utm_source=AJPRegu&utm_medium=PressRelease&utm_campaign=1.17.2024 Breathing and stress: https://www.news-medical.net/news/20230113/Review-and-meta-analysis-suggests-breathwork-may-be-effective-for-improving-stress-and-mental-health.aspx Jamie Clements, breath coach: https://thebreathspace.co.uk/breathe-with-me Test your own breathing: https://www.thebreatheffect.com/test-your-breath/ Smoking and breathing techniques: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7064378/# Sleep apnoea awareness: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/8718-sleep-apnea THE HEALTH FIX: https://amzn.eu/d/5D6lJlm Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Healthy ageing - what ageing is as a biological process and what we can do daily to age well. 19:34

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We know that how we live affects how we age, and in this episode, rather than focusing on longevity per se, I look at the biology of ageing and how we can adopt simple daily habits to positively affect the factors that age us. I also talk about my Health Loop and your 'typical day’ to help lay out your unique needs for a lifestyle prescription. Links: The fear of ageing: https://www.forbes.com/health/medicare/fear-of-aging-survey/ Causes of death by country: https://ourworldindata.org/data-insights/whats-the-leading-cause-of-death-in-each-country Telomere length: https://learn.genetics.utah.edu/content/basics/telomeres/ Telomere length and habits: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6316700/ Epigenetics basics: https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/basics/epigenetics DNA methylation: https://www.whatisepigenetics.com/dna-methylation/ Proteostasis - how our bodies handle and house protein: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4539002/ Mitochondirlal dysfunction: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41392-024-01839-8 Stem cells: https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/bone-marrow-transplant/in-depth/stem-cells/art-20048117# Dr Michael Mosley’s Just One Thing: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p09by3yy/episodes/downloads Standing desks: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-45819203 Healthy anger: https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/blog/overcoming-destructive-anger/201608/what-constitutes-healthy-anger THE HEALTH FIX: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Health-Fix-Dr-Ayan-Panja/dp/1914239326/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= Protein and ageing: https://www.healthline.com/health-news/high-protein-fewer-calories-safest-way-for-older-people-to-lose-weight Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Your questions answered! Fasting and insomnia, extreme diets, thyroid health, cancer, recurrent illness and more 16:59

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In this episode I answer some of the many questions that land in my inbox. I tackle both common and interesting questions from listeners over the last year or so. There’s something for everyone here and remember to cross reference with other episodes! Intermittent fasting (review article): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10005873/ Hypoglycaemia: https://www.nhsinform.scot/illnesses-and-conditions/blood-and-lymph/hypoglycaemia-low-blood-sugar/# Elimination diets: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/elimination-diet Hypothyroidism: https://www.healthline.com/health/hypothyroidism/symptoms-treatments-more#symptoms Hashimoto’s Disease and gluten (a meta-analysis): https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37554764/ Problems with T4 to T3 conversion: https://www.uchicagomedicine.org/forefront/biological-sciences-articles/2018/november/genetic-flaw-causes-problems-for-many-with-hypothyroidism The Galleri-trial: https://www.nhs-galleri.org/ The Health Fix: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Health-Fix-Dr-Ayan-Panja/dp/1914239326/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Eye health - it’s link to our overall health and how to preserve it. 17:06

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Sight is one of our special senses. At least 2.2 billion people have some kind of visual impairment. In this episode I look at common eye presentations, why they occur and how we can prevent them. Trachoma - a leading cause of preventable blindness: https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/trachoma Glaucoma: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/glaucoma/symptoms-causes/syc-20372839 Cataracts: https://www.rnib.org.uk/your-eyes/eye-conditions-az/cataracts/ Retinopathy: https://www.aao.org/eye-health/diseases/what-is-diabetic-retinopathy Dry eyes: https://www.rnib.org.uk/your-eyes/eye-conditions-az/dry-eye/ Diet and supplements for eyes: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/321226 Lutein: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6164534/ Free radicals: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/318652 AMD: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/agerelated-macular-degeneration-amd Smoking: https://www.health.ny.gov/prevention/tobacco_control/smoking_can_lead_to_vision_loss_or_blindness.htm Blue light: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=32F24gboCac Eye strain: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/eyestrain/symptoms-causes/syc-20372397 OCT test: https://eyeguru.org/essentials/interpreting-octs/ Blocked tear duct - common in babies: https://www.mountsinai.org/health-library/diseases-conditions/blocked-tear-duct Please nominate me for The British Podcast Awards: https://www.britishpodcastawards.com/voting Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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B12 deficiency - the truth about it and the latest NICE guidance behind this all-important public health issue 17:21

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B12 deficiency affects up to 20% of people over the age of 60. It is often left undiagnosed but can present in many ways. In this episode I look at the nuance involved in making the diagnosis and treating it appropriately so that people do not come to harm. NICE guidance: https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng239 B vitamins: https://www.healthline.com/health/food-nutrition/vitamin-b-complex#What-is-vitamin-B-complex? Dr Casimir Funk: https://www.newscientist.com/article/2418743-casimir-funk-the-scientist-who-gave-us-the-word-vitamin/ Beri-beri (B1 deficiency): https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000339.htm Pernicious anaemia: https://www.healthline.com/health/pernicious-anemia B12 food sources: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/vitamin-b12-foods Drugs that affect B12: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6054240/ Thyroid eye disease: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/17558-thyroid-eye-disease MMA testing: https://labtestsonline.org.uk/tests/methylmalonic-acid Active B12: https://www.nice.org.uk/advice/mib40/chapter/introduction A decent explanation of methylation and why not all types of B12 and folate are the same for all: https://drkellymccann.com/beginners-guide-to-methylation-and-b-vitamins/ Caution with B12/folate fortified foods if you have a methylation issue as they can be in the wrong form: https://zoe.com/learn/fortified-foods# Sublingual B12 vs oral vs infection: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11845-023-03602-4# THE HEALTH FIX - the best health book in the world?! https://www.amazon.co.uk/Health-Fix-Dr-Ayan-Panja/dp/1914239326 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Biohacking - a path to longevity or waste of time and money? 24:01

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Biohacking is essentially optimising your biology to improve your health and longevity. It was popularised in Silicon Valley by the tech community and is now, and is a market that is growing by about 10% a year. But is it worth it and more importantly is it safe? Silicon Valley and biohacking: https://www.theneweconomy.com/strategy/biohacking-the-controversial-trend-thats-taking-over-silicon-valley A summary of biohacking: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/biohacking Vitamin D VDR mutation: https://medlineplus.gov/download/genetics/gene/vdr.pdf Oura ring - a view: https://www.digitaltrends.com/mobile/i-want-to-love-the-oura-ring-but-i-cant/ Biohacker extraordinaire: https://www.theguardian.com/science/2018/sep/21/extreme-biohacking-tech-guru-who-spent-250000-trying-to-live-for-ever-serge-faguet Heart-rate variability: https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/heart-rate-variability-new-way-track-well-2017112212789 What are infrared saunas?: https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2022/nov/04/sweat-equity-infrared-saunas-are-suddenly-everywhere-but-what-do-they-do Is filtered water better for us? https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20240417-is-filtered-water-healthier-than-tap-water Kelp products and potential iodine toxicity: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/newfoundland-labrador/iodine-overdoses-lead-to-kelp-product-recall-1.374402 Data overload?: https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbesbooksauthors/2024/04/24/the-problem-behind-the-problem-data-overload-part-one/ Buy or share my book THE HEALTH FIX - the only health manual you'll ever need: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Health-Fix-Dr-Ayan-Panja/dp/1914239326/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Hormonal Health 101 - what our hormones do for us and how to keep them happy 18:28

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This week I look at hormones and how they are crucial to our health. From our adrenal glands to our thyroid through to our sex hormones, they are important to keep in balance much like instruments in an orchestra. Endocrine overview: https://www.epa.gov/endocrine-disruption/overview-endocrine-system Steroid pathway diagram: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41435-021-00139-3 Oxytocin: https://www.health.harvard.edu/mind-and-mood/oxytocin-the-love-hormone Sleep and hormones: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3065172/ Exercise in menopause: https://www.lancastergeneralhealth.org/health-hub-home/2021/february/why-you-should-exercise-your-way-through-menopause HRT benefits: https://www.nhs.uk/medicines/hormone-replacement-therapy-hrt/benefits-and-risks-of-hormone-replacement-therapy-hrt/ Meditation and hormones: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0306453097000036 Magnesium, yes, but zinc is also important: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7468694/ Plastics and their effect on our hormones (as a toxin): https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/how-do-chemicals-in-plastics-impact-your-endocrine-system/ THE HEALTH FIX: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Health-Fix-Dr-Ayan-Panja/dp/1914239326/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Yoga - the ultimate mind-body practice? 15:55

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