They are often at loggerheads but in this episode I discuss how lifestyle medicine encapsulates

elements of both and how we can incorporate them into everyday life.

Links to studies

Walking after meals: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36715875/

Interrupting sitting for long periods: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42070794/

Resistance training and weights: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35599175/

Sleep regularity: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41259946/

Timing and eating: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41586347/

Benefits of the great outdoors: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29982151/

Breathing: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35623448/

Saunas: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30077204/

Cold exposure and wellbeing: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11778651/

Learning something new: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31020777/

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This is such an important issue for us in the modern world. Where to seek health 

and medical advice is broader than ever these days and it’s important to know how 

to filter. 

Links:

Cyberchondria: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30419526/

Use of online search tools: https://bmjopen.bmj.com/content/9/8/e027743

WHO regulation for AI: https://www.who.int/news/item/19-10-2023-who-outlines-considerations-for-regulation-of-artificial-intelligence-for-health

A day in the life of a GP: https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/health/nhs-gp-doctors-surgery-appointments-37597121

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It’s so simple yet really powerful to map what you do each day and how

it could secretly be affecting your health.

In this episode I give you an example how this tool works and how you can use it.

Links: 

Buy THE HEALTH FIX - now on special offer: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Health-Fix-Dr-Ayan-Panja/dp/1914239326/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0

Stress and IBS: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1542356526003599

Magnesium and IBS: https://www.healthline.com/health/irritable-bowel-syndrome/magnesium-for-ibs

Large review on Magnesium and stress/sleep: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11136869/#sec3

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In this episode I give you my tips on how to set yourself up for the day by doing 5 simple things.

Morning light: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-48268110

Movement: https://www.vogue.in/content/i-tried-5-minutes-a-day-of-lymphatic-jumping-was-it-worth-it

Breakfast: https://www.health.harvard.edu/healthy-aging-and-longevity/extra-protein-at-breakfast-helps-control-hunger

One minute recharge: https://drayanpanja.substack.com/p/the-one-minute-health-tip-that-everyone

Looking forward to something: https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/blog/how-to-do-life/202202/the-power-of-having-something-to-look-forward-to

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In this episode I cover questions that have come in the consulting room

over the last few months. 

Muscle pain, palpitations, dementia prevention, constipation, reflux and more.

Links: 

Sarcopenia: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/23167-sarcopenia

Magnesium: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12655508/

Psoas and back pain: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/15721-psoas-syndrome

Constipation: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/elderly-and-constipation

Brain health and Omega 3: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9641984/

Leisure sickness: https://www.bbc.co.uk/future/article/20150216-the-truth-about-holiday-illnesses

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I became a doctor in 1999 after many grapples with whether it was the right thing for me to do with my life.

Over 27 years later In reflect in this episode about what it means to be a doctor to give you some insight into 

 the role, its highs and lows and ultimately its essence.

Links: 

Working time directives: https://www.bma.org.uk/pay-and-contracts/working-hours/european-working-time-directive-ewtd/doctors-and-the-european-working-time-directive

Continuity matters: https://qualitysafety.bmj.com/content/35/6/370

The year I started: https://www.theguardian.com/society/1999/dec/17/futureofthenhs.health

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I am a huge lover of the arts and feel they are not valued enough when it comes to their health benefits. In this episode I look at some benefits to our health and why it is important to support the arts in general.

Links:

Singing: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/saving-lives-in-slow-motion/id1573742958?i=1000570759791

Dance for Parkinsons Disease: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/av/health-21767149

Study on Dance and Parkinsons: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33038925/

Music for Dementia: https://www.musicfordementia.org.uk/

Melodic Intonation Therapy: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC2780359/

Music and depression: https://www.cochrane.org/evidence/CD004517_music-therapy-depression?utm_source=chatgpt.com

Social connections: https://www.who.int/news/item/30-06-2025-social-connection-linked-to-improved-heath-and-reduced-risk-of-early-death

Campaign for the arts: https://www.campaignforthearts.org/

More from me: https://drayan.co.uk/

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In this episode I look at the power of others in the role of our health. With a move towards AI in medicine the role of human connection, the role that others play in our health and wellbeing. 

Back Pain book by Art Brownstein: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Healing-Back-Pain-Naturally-Mind-body/dp/0936197390

Wellbeing and actitivies: https://www.health.harvard.edu/mind-and-mood/having-a-hobby-tied-to-happiness-and-well-being

Loneliness: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10121112/

Group medical care - the evidence: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8657170/

Eating together: https://www.bbc.co.uk/future/article/20241126-why-humans-feel-the-need-to-feast-together

Neal Shah and carers: https://www.instagram.com/nealkshah/?hl=en

Harvard Study of adult development: https://www.adultdevelopmentstudy.org/

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In this episode I look at the effects of climate change and also the recent hot weather from the level of the individual to the state of the planet.

Links: 

Understanding climate change and its impacts: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11998295/

Climate anxiety: https://mentalhealth-uk.org/news-and-insights/what-is-climate-anxiety-and-what-can-we-do-about-it/

Lancet study on climate anxiety: https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=3918955

Hope in the climate crisis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XZQMVYSD9EM

Thirst and dehydration: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/dehydration/

Mosquitoes: https://www.cdc.gov/mosquitoes/about/where-mosquitoes-live_1.html

Climate summits: https://www.un.org/en/climatechange/un-climate-conferences

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We have all heard of the word mindset but does it affect our health?

In this episode I look at examples of how our thoughts and attitude affect health and well-being. 

Mindset and long term illness: https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/blog/chronically-me/202408/mindset-and-chronic-illness

Toxic positivity: https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/z64yn9q

Listening to your body: https://www.counselling-directory.org.uk/articles/why-your-body-speaks-and-how-to-listen

Carol Dweck and growth mindsets: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hiiEeMN7vbQ

Mindset and mortality: https://en.azvision.az/news/84635/how-your-mindset-determines-your-health.html

Ellen Langer - chambermaid study: https://health.yahoo.com/wellness/fitness/exercise/articles/harvard-study-suggests-mindset-boosts-213051697.html

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