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Saving Lives In Slow Motion

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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16:26

Health & Wellness vs Medicine - where’s the line?

Saving Lives In Slow Motion ·

2026/02/27

Increasingly we see different presentations to a doctors surgery and our access to knowledge and understanding of health and medicine means there are many ports of call for information and seeking help.In this episode I look at the gap between health and medicine and what we can about it.Links:Medicine powered by plants:https://www.nhm.ac.uk/discover/essential-medicines-powered-by-plants.htmlThe evolution of ‘medicine'-https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11245246/Holism in

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13:42

Caffeine - friend or foe?

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2026/02/19

Most of us drink caffeine and it is in many foods too such as chocolate.What are its impact on health? In this episode I look at the pros and cons of this ubiquitous every day legal drug.Links:Genetics of caffeine metabolism:https://www.sleepmattersperth.com.au/how-genetics-influence-caffeines-impact-on-sleep/Cognitive and physical performance:https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4462044/Caffeine and Parkinson’s Disease:https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7773776/Coffee and dementia

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13:25

Wearables - helpful or harmful?

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2026/02/12

We live in a data driven world and increasingly this applies to health.In this episode I look at some examples of how they can help or hinder.Body composition scales:https://www.healthline.com/health/body-fat-scale-accuracyHRV:https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/symptoms/21773-heart-rate-variability-hrvContinuous glucose monitoring:https://www.ucl.ac.uk/news/2024/jun/use-glucose-monitors-people-not-living-diabetes-needs-more-regulationBlood glucose

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16:58

Alcohol - a quiet saboteur?

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2026/02/05

This episode is about alcohol, an ever popular topic when it comes to health and harm. In this episode I look at its history and some of the ways in which it affects us and our health as well as why we drink alcohol in the first place.Links:Oldest brewery:https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-45534133Distillation:https://www.britannica.com/video/how-is-liquor-made/-340178UK alcohol

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15:06

"Could it be something else doctor?" - Pyrroles, PFOs...

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2026/01/29

In this episode look at some rarer diagnoses, how they come to light and how they can be hard to live with and diagnose.Links:Pyrrole Disorder (not recognised in conventional medicine):https://www.healthline.com/health/pyrrole-disorderAcademic analysis of pyrroles (deep dive): https://academic.oup.com/labmed/article/55/3/334/7271490Patent foramen ovale:https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/patent-foramen-ovale/symptoms-causes/syc-20353487Migraines and

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15:29

Rest - why it’s essential to health (and not laziness)

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2026/01/22

Rest is often seen as a guilty pleasure but in this episode I cover the reasons behind why rest is essential to our lives and examples that work.Links:Deep rest:https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11003855/Rest Quiz:https://www.restquiz.com/quiz/rest-quiz-test/The Art of Rest:https://www.amazon.co.uk/Art-Rest-Find-Respite-Modern/dp/1786892804Attention Restoration Theory:https://positivepsychology.com/attention-restoration-theory/Nature

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15:47

Second Opinions: why people seek them, the risks and...

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2026/01/15

Second opinions are an increasingly common request in healthcareand 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-20373711Advice on second opinions:https://www.patients-association.org.uk/getting-a-second-opinionTumour Treating

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15:14

Invisible Habits that can sabotage our health - some...

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2026/01/09

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_0Sleep and its importance:https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6281147/Phone and screen

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14:35

2026 - the year of discernment and choices

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2026/01/01

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/B0B2VTFFVSMed tech in 2026:https://www.forbes.com/sites/bernardmarr/2025/10/27/the-8-biggest-healthcare-technology-trends-to-watch-in-2026/Misinformation - how to spot

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11:45

Christmas time reflection 2025

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2025/12/25

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_tOV7RB1FPjSEqiYWae8AyeixJJsGEVTlbapiaEWJL7D8cBoCYs8QAvD_BwE&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23300097782&gbraid=0AAAAAqKJRpkXwMKHsYb3EhuFeRzIdPUV2Health Check

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15:50

Episode 200: reflections, precision medicine and the...

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2025/12/18

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-surveyGenome sequencing:https://www.genomicsengland.co.uk/blog/what-happens-when-i-go-for-whole-genome-sequencingMepan Syndrome:https://umdf.org/mepan/Ketones in dementia:https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8734638/London Bus

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15:52

Traditional Medicine: ancient global healing...

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2025/12/12

Traditional medicine has been around for thousands of years.In this episode I look at what we can learn from it andhow 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-surveyLinks:WHO TCIM summit:https://www.who.int/teams/who-global-traditional-medicine-centre/global-summit-and-collaborations/second-traditional-medicine-global-summitWHO — Global strategies and WHO TCIM topic pages

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16:35

Anti-ageing - what really works

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2025/12/04

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.117.311401Mitochondria and ageing:https://www.nature.com/articles/s41574-021-00626-7Inflammation (inflammaging):https://www.nature.com/articles/s41574-018-0059-4Epigenetic drift:https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12487821/Protein

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15:08

Self diagnosis - the perils and marvels of searching...

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2025/11/28

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/Digital triage:https://www.england.nhs.uk/long-read/digitally-enabled-triage/Trust in

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14:49

Osteoarthritis - its scale, future treatments and...

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2025/11/21

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-surveyOA overview:https://www.healthdata.org/news-events/newsroom/news-releases/lancet-new-study-reveals-most-common-form-arthritisNeck

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17:32

Superfoods: the lowdown

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2025/11/13

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-surveyA list of ‘superfoods’:https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/true-superfoodsFibre benefits:https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0261561423003631The

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22:40

The Mental Health Crisis: revisiting it with a...

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2025/11/06

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 weapproach mental health. This information does not replace professional advice and if you feel youneed supportthenplease reach out to a qualified healthcare practitioner.Depression as an inflammatory

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15:34

Chat GPT, chest pain, hair loss, odd tastes (and the...

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2025/10/30

In this episode I cover a range of symptoms thatI have seen recently,what they may mean, how to handle themas well as whatI am noticing in primary care.Links:Silent reflux:https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/15024-laryngopharyngeal-reflux-lprTietze’s syndrome (chest pain):https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/23565-tietze-syndromeCostochondritis:https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/22167-costochondritisPanic attack

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14:00

Sepsis - know the signs, save a life

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2025/10/23

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-surveyLily's story:https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cr70zr51rmeoThe Sepsis Trust and the SEPSIS

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17:23

Stress - my personal take on the invisible epidemic...

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2025/10/16

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-surveyStress management techniques:https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/stress/managing-stress-and-building-resilience/Circle of

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