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Saving Lives In Slow Motion
Hosted by Dr Ayan Panja · EN
Dr Ayan Panja puts health into context. A lifestyle medicine expert, author and family physician with over 25 years of experience, his unique blend of candour, perspective and knowledge make for a mind-expanding essential weekly bite-sized listen.
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5 Ways To Boost Your Energy Quickly
Oct 200:14:47Tap to summarizeIt’s a boon that so many people ask for on the back of feeling tired or fatigued - more energy.Here are my 5 tips which will help you feel more energetic during the day.Links:Your opinion matters. SURVEY here - please help me by taking this 10 minute survey -thank you!: http://bit.ly/savinglivesinslowmotion-surveyMind body link: https://positivepsychology.com/body-mind-integration-attention-training/Movement and mood: https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/how-simply-moving-benefits-your-mental-health-201603289350Hydration: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/7-health-benefits-of-waterEnergy foods: https://www.bbc.co.uk/food/articles/energy_boosting_foodsLow GL diet: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/low-glycemic-dietSleep and energy: https://www.health.harvard.edu/healthbeat/how-sleep-boosts-your-energyGetting outdoors: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6562165/Buy THE HEALTH FIX now: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Health-Fix-Transform-Your-Weeks/dp/1914239296Save your life in slow motion and those of others by subscribing now and sharing. Thank you for listening and for your support. It means a lot to me. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Winter illness, our body clock and immunity, ancient beliefs, (and some tips)
Sep 2500:13:22Tap to summarizeI am down with a cough and cold at the moment, and it got me thinking about immunity, seasons and people’s beliefs about illness as well as what we can do to stave off these bugs. Links: Your opinion matters. SURVEY here - please help me by taking this 10 minute survey -thank you!: http://bit.ly/savinglivesinslowmotion-surveyHippocrates and Galen: https://www.thecolourworks.com/blog/hippocrates-galen-the-four-humoursGerm theory: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK24649/The UK Biobank study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33817568/VItamin C and colds: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38082300/Vitamin D: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7551809/Zinc: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36290585/Salt water gargle: https://www.healthline.com/health/salt-water-gargleTurmeric: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/tumeric-for-bronchitisSoup: https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/health-and-families/chicken-soup-cold-flu-symptoms-relief-b2789217.htmlSave your life in slow motion and those of others by subscribing now and sharing. Thank you for listening and for your support. It means a lot to me. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Parkinson’s Disease: can we prevent a slowly evolving pandemic?
Sep 1800:18:40Tap to summarizeParkinson’s Disease (PD) affects more people every year with a global increase in ageing populations. There is no cure for the condition but medication can alleviate symptoms. In this episode I look at the causes of the disease and what we can do to prevent it. Your opinion matters. SURVEY here - please help me by taking this 10 minute survey -thank you!: http://bit.ly/savinglivesinslowmotion-surveyThe Parkinson's pandemic: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/laneur/article/PIIS1474-4422(20)30302-1/fulltextGut-brain link: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10358673/REM sleep behaviour disorder: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/24465-rem-sleep-behavior-disorder-rbdPer Borghammer - body-first and brain first model: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mVew2OVZTXsGenes in PD: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/parkinsons-disease/the-genetic-link-to-parkinsons-diseaseLeaky gut in Parkinsons Disease: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/ebiom/article/PIIS2352-3964(25)00240-3/fulltextCoeliac Disease, gluten sensitivity and Parkinson’s Disease link (a literature review): https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12011982/H pylori and Parkinson’s Disease: https://immunityageing.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12979-023-00404-1Diet: https://www.healthline.com/health/parkinsons-and-dietExercise - tai chi: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-67208745Iron overload: https://www.aan.com/PressRoom/home/PressRelease/30Vitamin D: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2667268523000499Pesticides: https://www.uclahealth.org/news/release/researchers-identify-10-pesticides-toxic-neurons-involvedRotenone (insecticide) and PD: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41531-023-00561-6Save your life in slow motion and those of others by subscribing now and sharing. Thank you for listening and for your support. It means a lot to me. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Vaccines - an overview
Sep 1100:16:45Tap to summarizeVaccines are often the subject of heated discussion. In this episode I share some thoughts on the topics as it affects us all and needs handling sensitively.Your opinion matters. SURVEY here - thank you!: http://bit.ly/savinglivesinslowmotion-surveyEdward Jenner and vaccine discovery: https://www.jenner.ac.uk/about/edward-jennerA broad overview: https://www.who.int/news-room/spotlight/history-of-vaccination/a-brief-history-of-vaccinationCommon short term side effects of vaccines: https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/5dfa14bfed915d54aca2b837/PHE_what_to_expect_after_vaccination_English.pdfOld Friends Hypothesis: https://www.news-medical.net/health/Old-Friends-Hypothesis.aspxHerd Immunity explained: https://vaccineknowledge.ox.ac.uk/herd-immunityVaccine hesitancy: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c1jgrlxx37doMeasles in the USA: https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/measles-is-making-a-comeback-can-we-stop-it-202503063091Vaccine injury cases: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c4gzleyydp8o#Neanderthal genes and COVID: https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=3673483Decision making and vaccines: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0264410X25004311Travel vaccines: https://travelhealthpro.org.uk/Save your life in slow motion and those of others by subscribing now and sharing. Thank you for listening and for your support. It means a lot to me. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →What’s the point? (A question we have all heard many times).
Sep 400:16:07Tap to summarizeIn this episode I look at this big question which I often hear in the consulting room, the reasons that lie behind it and what the point to life might be.Your opinion matters. SURVEY here - thank you!: http://bit.ly/savinglivesinslowmotion-surveyNihilism in philosophy: https://www.learnreligions.com/what-is-nihilism-history-250581Cosmic Insignificance: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4340547/Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs: https://www.bitesizelearning.co.uk/resources/maslows-hierarchy-of-needs-theoryAcceptance and Commitment Therapy: https://therisingsuncounseling.com/acceptance-and-commitment-therapy-a-framework-for-a-meaningful-life-copy/Four Thousand Weeks by Oliver Burkeman: https://www.oliverburkeman.com/fourthousandweeksThe science behind gratitude: https://positivepsychology.com/neuroscience-of-gratitude/The benefits of volunteering: https://www.royalvoluntaryservice.org.uk/volunteering/why-volunteer/benefits-of-volunteering/Ways to ask for help if you struggle to: https://www.wondermind.com/article/asking-for-help/Save your life in slow motion and those of others by subscribing now and sharing. Thank you for listening and for your support. It means a lot to me. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →My doctor or any doctor? How continuity of care could save your life
Aug 2800:17:14Tap to summarizeContinuity of care saves lives. There is evidence that outcomes are improved and itused to be a core part of medicine. In recent years for many reasons continuity has been slightly eroded. In this episode I make the case for it and give examples of why it can beof critical importance.Links:Please help me improve my content for you by taking this audience survey which takes 10 minutes:http://bit.ly/savinglivesinslowmotion-surveyStudy on continuity and outcomes: https://bjgp.org/content/72/715/e84How seeing the same doctor has changed in the UK: https://www.bmj.com/content/389/bmj.r833Patient examples of the benefits: https://www.nuffieldtrust.org.uk/news-item/the-importance-of-continuity-four-personal-viewpointsSave your life in slow motion and those of others by subscribing now and sharing. Thank you for listening and for your support. It means a lot to me. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
Aug 2100:15:14Tap to summarizePCOS is a growing global issue. Its prevalence has increased in recent years and the reasons behind it are complex.In this episode I look at its roots, causes and impact plus what we can do about it in terms of lifestyle and treatments.Links: Depression and PCOS: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10607337/LH (luteinziing hormone): https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/body/22255-luteinizing-hormoneLH:FSH ratio in PCOS: https://gpnotebook.com/en-GB/pages/gynaecology/polycystic-ovarian-syndrome-hormonal-measurements-inPancreatic function in PCOS: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9962893/The gut microbiome and PCOS: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9998696/The steroid synthesis pathway starting with cholesterol: https://www.researchgate.net/figure/Biosynthesis-of-steroid-hormones-from-the-cholesterol-pathway_fig1_258055538Angelique Panagos book on hormonal balance: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Balance-Plan-Optimize-Hormonal-Health/dp/1844039447Save your life in slow motion and those of others by subscribing now and sharing. Thank you for listening and for your support. It means a lot to me. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Metabolic Health - what it is and why it is so important
Aug 1400:15:42Tap to summarizeIn this episode I look at metabolic health which is one of the most important aspects of our long term health. I look at the mechanisms and measures of metabolic health and what we can do to improve ours.Continuous Glucose Monitoring: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/continuous-glucose-monitoring-cgmHba1c: https://www.diabetes.org.uk/about-diabetes/looking-after-diabetes/hba1c#American metabolic health stats: https://www.liebertpub.com/doi/10.1089/met.2018.0105High fructose corn syrup; https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/why-high-fructose-corn-syrup-is-badFibre in your diet: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/why-is-fiber-good-for-youExercise and metabolic health: https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/physiology/articles/10.3389/fphys.2024.1365761/fullMetabolic health and Alzheimer's risk: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10001958/Non-communicable diseases: https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/noncommunicable-diseasesSave your life in slow motion and those of others by subscribing now and sharing. Thank you for listening and for your support. It means a lot to me. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →5 top tips for gut health (and they’re not what you might think)
Aug 7, 202500:14:53Tap to summarizeIn this episode I cover my own personal tips from the view point of a GP and lifestyle medicine doctor. Gut symptoms Around 86% of us in the UK have experienced gut symptoms at some point. My tips are simple, for everyone and hopefully make sense.Parasympathetic drive for digestion: https://www.livescience.com/parasympathetic-nervous-system-rest-and-digestDigestive enzymes: https://www.webmd.com/diet/what-are-digestive-enzymesBlue Zones eating habits: https://www.bluezones.com/2020/07/blue-zones-diet-food-secrets-of-the-worlds-longest-lived-people/Mediterranean Diet: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/16037-mediterranean-dietLate night eating: https://hms.harvard.edu/news/late-night-eating-impactTime restricted eating: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/time-restricted-eatingIleo-caecal valve issues: https://www.carygastro.com/blog/what-are-the-symptoms-of-a-faulty-ileocecal-valveHydration and the gut (an academic paper): https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2589004224011258Buy my book The Health Fix now: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Health-Fix-Dr-Ayan-Panja/dp/1914239326/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0Save your life in slow motion and those of others by subscribing now and sharing. Thank you for listening and for your support. It means a lot to me. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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