I was paralysed following 2 strokes in 2023 and spent 2, then 10, months in hospital. I've been home since 21 October 2024. Movement presented a problem because I can't walk, so l bought an exercise bike in December. I do 1 hour every day and only eat 2 meals a day (12.30 & 6.30pm) so fast for 18 hours. I only drink alcohol on special occasions. I sleep 8 to 10 hours a night. I no longer have work related stress because I sold my business and retired before the 2nd stroke (at 61). Since being discharged from hospital l've lost 8kgs (over a stone) and stabilised my blood pressure. I've been a fan of yours since being ill and used to watch you on YouTube during those long, boring days in hospital!
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I'm a yoga teacher, I totally agree: stress, poor sleep/insomnia, postural issues, foot pain, digestive issues are the most common reasons people come to yoga. The biggest change I've seen a client achieve with consistent practice is to reverse constant bouts of pneumonia/double pneumonia as a result of acid reflux, it also really helped this persons digestion. It's not just stretching, it's way more powerful 🥰 (edited for spelling
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I really connect with this. After experiencing burnout that took a toll on my health, I found that coming back to the basics — sleep, exercise, emotions, and diet — was what helped me rebuild. I now call this the SEED framework, and it’s incredible how small, consistent changes in these areas can create lasting impact 🙏
9 hours ago | 1
Exactly. So many people don’t seem to understand the detrimental side effects of prescription medication. It’s also a way to hook you in into taking other medication to calm the side effects from the one medication alone. Look at the root cause, not a synthetic fix. 🙏
16 hours ago | 0
❤️ Small, consistent changes over time can add up to incredible transformations. Facilitating the habit change process is one of the best parts of being a health coach.
1 day ago | 4
Totally agree, it is so difficult to make even the smallest changes; drink more water, get up from desk more etc.
15 hours ago | 0
Thank goodness you said this - currently trying to get someone I know to understand that they don’t have a diagnosis - they have poor lifestyle choices that aren’t supporting their body.
16 hours ago | 0
I wake up early so that I have some own time before work and my ambition is to start a 5 minute workout and build it up from there…. I find your last book a great read with tons of “ golden nuggets “
1 day ago | 2
Acceptance of things we cannot change however heartbreaking. This stops the undue stress of grieving. Found I had very flat feet and needed extra high arch support insoles - really helped align ankles.
1 day ago | 0
As much as I want to go to therapy regularly so I can have someone who will make me accountable in making these small changes, it's very expensive for me, I can only go every 2 months.
21 hours ago | 0
About right 75% of people are sick from long terme bad habits, 25% bad things happen to good people!
1 day ago | 4
You’ve forgotten the most consequential aspect- the biophysics of exposure to full spectrum light - at the right intensities (too low indoors, and not full spectrum) for long enough each day , and the need for proper darkness at night. We run phased cycles - genes that are linked to our block genes which switch on and off depending on light cues. Look at the huge Biobank study on getting enough light during the day, and enough darkness at night. Also look into the blue light activated neural pathways via substantial nigra to dopaminergic neurons (and then reassess multiple causes and drivers of low mood and anxiety etc).
18 hours ago | 0
❤ love you content Dr. A small change I’m slowly making is to become more mindful of myself getting stressed out and overthinking too much. Observing my thoughts and really trying to just chill out a bit more with the thinking. Thanks again for your videos. Some really insightful, useful stuff you put out. Take care
1 day ago | 2
Eating healthier,portion size,exercise,adequate rest,also try my utmost best at being consistent & mindful.
4 hours ago | 0
Dr Rangan Chatterjee
80-90% of what a doctor sees in any given day is related to our collective modern lifestyles. Many people (doctors included) simply do not understand this. Most of the complaints that afflict us are simply not seen in more traditional societies and cultures.
PLEASE NOTE, THIS IS NOT ABOUT BLAME. I understand that life can feel tough for so many people. But, we have to collectively understand that when we start paying attention to
👉🏾FOOD,
👉🏾MOVEMENT,
👉🏾SLEEP
👉🏾STRESS
it is amazing how many ‘downstream symptoms’ start to get better or even vanish.
Yes, I know that many people find change hard. But, having seen thousands of patients over the past 23 years, I am pretty clear on the key ingredients necessary for long term change.
Leave a ❤️ if you found this a helpful reminder this morning. And, let me know below what small changes you are planning to introduce into your life?
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