Saving Lives In Slow Motion

Dr Ayan Panja
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Dr Ayan Panja puts health into context. A lifestyle medicine expert, author and family physician with 25 years of experience, his unique blend of candour, perspective and knowledge make for a mind-expanding essential weekly bite-sized listen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 2D AGO

    Traditional Medicine: ancient global healing knowledge in today’s world

    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-medicine-centre/global-summit-and-collaborations/second-traditional-medicine-global-summit WHO — Global strategies and WHO TCIM topic pages (authoritative overview of WHO’s stance and the Global Traditional Medicine Strategy 2025–2034). World Health Organization+1 WHO feature: World Health Organization NIH/NCCIH pages on Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine. NCCIH+1African medicinal plants - a review: PMCPrunus africana: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5327751/Four sacred medicines: https://aihschgo.org/four-sacred-medicines/Ayahuasca: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/ayahuascaIcaros: https://www.nimeakaya.org/how-icaros-help-heal-participants-in-ayahuasca-ceremonies/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.

    16 min

  2. DEC 4

    Anti-ageing - what really works

    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/s41574-018-0059-4 Epigenetic drift: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12487821/ Protein misaggregation: https://www.buckinstitute.org/blog/unraveling-aging-how-protein-misfolding-relates-to-aging-and-disease/ Dietary patterns: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/fasting-like-diet-may-help-reverse-biological-aging-2-5-years Gut microbes: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41575-022-00605-x Rapamycin - an experimental drug for anti-ageing: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanhl/article/PIIS2666-7568(23)00258-1/fulltext Senolytics: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7405395/ Stem cells: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10276889/ NAD / NAD+: https://www.today.com/health/aging/nad-benefits-rcna180800 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.

    17 min

  3. NOV 28

    Self diagnosis - the perils and marvels of searching for health and illness

    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.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p019px0x Digital triage: https://www.england.nhs.uk/long-read/digitally-enabled-triage/ Trust in doctors: https://www.wsj.com/health/wellness/why-we-dont-trust-doctors-like-we-used-to-79784b56 Depression questionnaire: https://patient.info/doctor/mental-health/phq-9 National Back Pain pathway: https://www.southtees.nhs.uk/services/back-pain/national-low-back-and-radicular-pain-pathway/ Ada Health - on of the leaders in symptom checking: https://ada.com/ 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.

    15 min

  4. NOV 21

    Osteoarthritis - its scale, future treatments and prevention

    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-releases/lancet-new-study-reveals-most-common-form-arthritis Neck stretches: https://www.csp.org.uk/conditions/neck-pain/video-exercises-neck-pain Lectins: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2405844024155028 Ultra-processed foods and OA: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11990240/ Apos Therapy (biomechanic therapy): https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/mtg76/informationforpublic Glucosamine and chondroitin: https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/the-latest-on-glucosaminechondroitin-supplements-2016101710391 Chondrocyte implants: https://www.arthritis.org/health-wellness/treatment/joint-surgery/preplanning/the-future-of-joint-repair Omega 3: https://fjps.springeropen.com/articles/10.1186/s43094-024-00667-5 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.

    15 min

  5. NOV 13

    Superfoods: the lowdown

    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/science/article/abs/pii/S0261561423003631 The Hadza: https://www.npr.org/sections/goatsandsoda/2017/08/24/545631521/is-the-secret-to-a-healthier-microbiome-hidden-in-the-hadza-diet Low fibre benefits: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9268622/ Pica: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/22944-pica Apples: https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/13/11/4025 Flax seeds; https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/foods/flaxseeds Extra Virgin Olive Oil: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11430205/ Lectins: https://www.next-health.com/post/what-are-lectins-are-they-bad-for-everyone-do-i-need-lectin-sensitivity-testing Gremolata: https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/gremolata Herbs and spices: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6532192/ The Health Fix: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Health-Fix-Dr-Ayan-Panja/dp/1914239326 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.

    18 min

  6. NOV 6

    The Mental Health Crisis: revisiting it with a broader look + 3 daily mind-friendly habits

    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 an inflammatory condition: https://www.maudsleybrc.nihr.ac.uk/posts/2021/may/inflammation-is-a-core-feature-of-depression-new-evidence-from-large-scale-study/ Methylation and mental health: https://foodforthebrain.org/methylation-why-is-it-important-for-mental-health/ Talking and checking-in campaign: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tX8TgVR33KM Hugs: https://www.theguardian.com/science/2024/oct/26/hugs-science-airport-minutes Talking to yourself and inner child work for beginners: https://www.innermelbpsychology.com.au/what-is-inner-child-work-and-how-to-get-started/ Circle of control: https://positivepsychology.com/circles-of-influence/ Help and stats: https://www.mind.org.uk/ My book, The Health Fix: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Health-Fix-Transform-Your-Weeks/dp/1914239296 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.

    23 min

  7. OCT 30

    Chat GPT, chest pain, hair loss, odd tastes (and the NHS) - recent themes

    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 Costochondritis: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/22167-costochondritis Panic attack symptoms: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/podcasts/health-essentials/heart-attack-vs-panic-attack-how-to-tell-the-difference Silent pneumonia: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/15744-pneumonia-atypical-walking-pneumonia Hair loss: https://www.pcds.org.uk/clinical-guidance/alopecia-male-and-female-pattern-alopecia Phases of hair growth: https://www.healthline.com/health/stages-of-hair-growth#maintaining-hair-health Hair loss and DHT: https://www.healthline.com/health/dht#testosterone AI and medicine - chatGPT vs GP: https://substack.com/@drayanpanja/note/p-177463006?r=2efcdx&utm_source=notes-share-action&utm_medium=web 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.

    16 min

  8. OCT 23

    Sepsis - know the signs, save a life

    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/savinglivesinslowmotion-survey Lily's story: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cr70zr51rmeo The Sepsis Trust and the SEPSIS 6: https://sepsistrust.org/about-sepsis/ Meningitis B: https://www.healthline.com/health/meningitis/meningitis-b Groups of people and vulnerability to sepsis: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/sepsis/who-can-get-it/ 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.

    14 min
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Dr Ayan Panja puts health into context. A lifestyle medicine expert, author and family physician with 25 years of experience, his unique blend of candour, perspective and knowledge make for a mind-expanding essential weekly bite-sized listen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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