Saving Lives In Slow Motion

Second opinions are an increasingly common request in healthcare and in this episode I look at reasons why people seek them and their pros and cons Links: Martha’s rule:  https://www.england.nhs.uk/patient-safety/marthas-rule/ Hyponatraemia (low sodium):  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hyponatremia/symptoms-causes/syc-20373711 Advice on second opinions:  https:/...

In this episode I look at things that can hamper our health journey by looking at our own life in an easy and compassionate way. Links: The Health Fix on Kindle offer January 2026:  https://www.amazon.co.uk/Health-Fix-Dr-Ayan-Panja-ebook/dp/B0B2VTFFVS/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0 Sleep and its importance:  https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6281147/ Phone and screen usage:  https://pm...

It’s a new year and that can feel overwhelming. In this episode I look at what the year is likely to bring in terms of health and medical trends, our own personal goals and how to generate ideas for them if you are feeling a bit stuck. Links:  The Health Fix:  https://www.amazon.co.uk/Health-Fix-Dr-Ayan-Panja-ebook/dp/B0B2VTFFVS Med tech in 2026:  https://www.forbes.com/sites/bernar...

Links: AI in medicine:  https://www.england.nhs.uk/long-read/guidance-on-the-use-of-ai-enabled-ambient-scribing-products-in-health-and-care-settings/ Various wearables:  https://uk.wellnesspulse.com/lp/best-fitness-trackers/?campaignId=23304304009&adgroupId=&adId=&targetId=&device=c&gunique=CjwKCAiAmKnKBhBrEiwAaqAnZ4MBo1x_tOV7RB1FPjSEqiYWae8AyeixJJsGEVTlbapiaEWJL7D8cB...

This is my 200th episode and I reflect on where medicine is at in terms of precision medicine and what it means for us. Links: Please take this 10 minute survey to help keep this podcast going:  http://bit.ly/savinglivesinslowmotion-survey Genome sequencing:  https://www.genomicsengland.co.uk/blog/what-happens-when-i-go-for-whole-genome-sequencing Mepan Syndrome:  https://umdf.org/m...

Traditional medicine has been around for thousands of years.  In this episode I look at what we can learn from it and  how it compares to modern allopathic medicine in its approach.  Please take this 10 minute survey to help keep this podcast going:  http://bit.ly/savinglivesinslowmotion-survey Links:  WHO TCIM summit:  https://www.who.int/teams/who-global-traditional...

Anti-ageing means different things to different people. In this episode I look at what it means and what works to slow down the ageing process. Reactive oxygen species:  https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/circresaha.117.311401 Mitochondria and ageing:  https://www.nature.com/articles/s41574-021-00626-7 Inflammation (inflammaging):  https://www.nature.com/articles/s41574-01...

80% of us go online to look up health related content. Many of us look up symptoms which is natural but how do we know we are doing it safely?  Here I look at the pros and pitfalls of doing this and how to decide when to see a medical professional.  Links:  Peripheral neuropathy:  https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/peripheral-neuropathy/ Internet vs GP 2013 (me on BBC1): https://www...

Osteoarthritis is a degenerative disease affecting our cartilage and joints causing pain and debility. In this episode I look at what it is, prevention strategies and the latest treatments.  Please take this 10 minute survey to help keep this podcast going:   http://bit.ly/savinglivesinslowmotion-survey OA overview:  https://www.healthdata.org/news-events/newsroom/news-rel...

Do superfoods exist? What makes a food a superfood and how does it relate to everyday life? In this episode I take a broader look at this ever popular topic. Links:  Survey about this podcast:   http://bit.ly/savinglivesinslowmotion-survey A list of ‘superfoods’:  https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/true-superfoods Fibre benefits:  https://www.sciencedirect.com/scien...

It seems that the mental health crisis is never ending and although awareness is much better, spotting the signs can be hard as there are so many factors. In this episode I look at how we approach mental health. This information does not replace professional advice and if you feel you need support then please reach out to a qualified health care practitioner. Depression as...

In this episode I cover a range of symptoms that I have seen recently, what they may mean, how to handle them as well as what I am noticing in primary care. Links: Silent reflux:  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/15024-laryngopharyngeal-reflux-lpr Tietze’s syndrome (chest pain):  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/23565-tietze-syndrome Costoc...

Sepsis can kill. It is an important public health issue that we all need to be aware of as swift action can save lives.  In this episode I look at what it is, how we can prevent it and some common examples from the consulting room.  Links:  Survey: Your opinion matters. SURVEY here - please help me by taking this 10 minute survey -thank you!:  http://bit.ly/savinglive...

Stress is an invisible killer. The longer it goes on and remains unaddressed, the more harm it causes. In this episode I look at sources of stress and some techniques I find useful beyond standard stress management advice. Links: Audience survey - thank you so much!  http://bit.ly/savinglivesinslowmotion-survey Stress management techniques:  https://www.mind.org.uk/information-suppo...

1 in 5 people on earth experience heartburn or reflux symptoms. It’s strikingly common, more so in the western hemisphere. In this episode I look at the causes and some treatments. Reflux in babies:  https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-54792702 Silent reflux or LPR:  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/15024-laryngopharyngeal-reflux-lpr PPI drugs:  https://my.clevelandcli...

It’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-survey Mind body link:  https://positivepsychology.com/body-mind-integration-...

I 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-survey Hippocrates and Galen:  https://www.thecolourwork...

Parkinson’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/savinglives...

Vaccines 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-survey Edward Jenner and vaccine discovery:  https://www.jenner.ac.uk/about/edward-jenner A broad overview:  https://www.who.int/news-r...

In 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-survey Nihilism in philosophy:  https://www.learnreligions.com/what-is-nihilism-history-250581 Cosmic Insignificance:  https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih...

Continuity of care saves lives. There is evidence that outcomes are improved and it used 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 be of critical importance. Links: Please help me improve my content for you by taking this audience survey which takes...

PCOS 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/hea...

In 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-cgm Hba1c:  https://www.diabetes.org.uk/about-diabetes/looking-after-diabete...

In 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-digest Digestive enzymes:  https://w...

Chronic inflammation is a key process which is linked to almost all non-communicable disease. In this episode I look at how it arises and why it is so harmful. Links:  Age-related end glycation products:  https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/advanced-glycation-end-products#what-they-are 'Leaky gut’ syndrome:  https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8305009/ Depression as an inflamm...