In this episode of Well Enough, we sit down with Dr. Karan Rajan - NHS surgeon, author, and the internet’s favourite health myth-buster.
With millions of followers looking to him for clarity, Dr. Karan has made a name for himself by dismantling health myths and translating complex medical studies into accessible, life-changing advice.
We dig into the topics dominating your social media feeds: Is \"cortisol face\" real? Do you actually have a \"leaky gut\"? And is intermittent fasting a miracle cure or a hormonal disaster for women? Dr. Karan explains why we need to stop treating our bodies like they are broken and start focusing on the unsexy but essential pillars of health.
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Timecodes:
00:00 Fighting Health Misinformation
01:35 Intermittent Fasting for Women
02:35 Fasting for Weight Loss vs. Gut Health
03:55 Does Fasting Heal Leaky Gut?
05:30 What is Leaky Gut Actually?
06:50 IBS vs. IBD vs. Leaky Gut
07:45 The Truth About Glucose Spikes
08:55 Are CGMs Accurate for Non-Diabetics?
10:00 The Dangers of Glucose Hacking
10:50 Sleep Trackers & Orthosomnia
12:40 Cortisol Face & Belly Fat Myths
14:40 The \"Wellness Washing\" Industry
15:35 The 5 Unsexy Pillars of Health
16:40 Probiotics vs. Fibre
18:05 The 3-Month Fiber Challenge
19:10 Fibre Supplements & GLP-1 (Ozempic)
20:45 Inulin & Bloating Side Effects
23:25 Pregnancy, Protein & Constipation
24:35 The Gut-Skin & Gut-Brain Axis
26:10 Do You Need a Gut Detox?
28:30 Liver Detox Myths
29:55 Red Flags in Wellness Influencers
32:20 Carnivore Diet Risks
35:20 Advocating for Yourself at the Doctor
40:40 Dr. Rajan's #1 Health Tip
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