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WIDLIMS ep #12 – We need to understand this about carbohydrates
In this week's episode, host and final year medical student Linda (she/her) discusses carbohydrates and dispels carb-phobic myths. We discuss... what carbohydrates are, and why ‘carbohydrates’ is a term encompassing a vast amount of foods and is not specific enough when talking about ‘cutting carbs’ insulin resistance and diabetes – what most people misunderstand how insulin resistance comes about and can be reversed, including the role of dietary fat, stored fat and intramyocellular lipids how insulin resistance can be managed and improved, and type 2 diabetes reversed with plant-based diets high in carbohydrates (!) but low in fat, according to the science Mentioned in the episode Please note that all…
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WIDLIMS Podcast ep #9 – Endometriosis, pain bias & the ‘strong Black woman’ stereotype
New podcast episode with Anita Jones, journalist and Endometriosis UK Ambassador In this week's episode, I chat to Anita Jones (she/her) about... her personal experience with endometriosis the endometriosis diagnosis gap what the general public and doctors need to become well-versed in and learn so that the diagnosis gap is shortened sexism and gendered racism in the endometriosis field a whole lot about endometriosis symptoms, periods and seeking help You can follow Anita Jones on Instagram @anitannekajones, and find out more about endometriosis via Endometriosis UK on their website and social media channels. As always, this is an episode for educational purposes only. I would highly recommend reading the article…
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WIDLIMS podcast ep #8 – Dairy: to ditch or not to ditch?
In this week's solo podcast episode, host and final year medical student Linda takes you through some of the evidence surrounding dairy and health. 22 August is also World Plant Milk day, and coincided with earth overshoot day this year – a reminder to us all that planetary health is declining at an alarming rate, and that we must all care for our home on this Earth. This concise episode provides an overview of the topic, covering... what is dairy, and how does it impact human health? what are some known risks of dairy consumption? if we don’t consume dairy products – are we not risking calcium deficiency and brittle…
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WIDLIMS podcast ep #4 – The secret to lasting behaviour change
In this short Solo Sunday episode, I discuss how we ought to counsel others on how to make lasting changes (and think about it when trying to implement change ourselves). I touch on... examples of health behaviours people commonly want to change using weight to illustrate why sustainable methods are key, including discussing why diets do not work how to re-frame your thinking regarding the goal of behaviour change how healthcare practitioners can learn and implement this into their practice I chose the sprout as the feature image, because I believe we need to be sowing seeds for change gently, and to nurture them, just like we would nurture plants!…
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WIDLIMS podcast ep #3 – Racism in medicine with BAME Medics
New podcast episode with Aishah & Vishwani from BAME Medics In this week’s episode of the podcast “WIDLIMS – What I Didn’t Learn in Medical School”, we meet two amazing women and future medical doctors – Aishah (she/her) and Vishwani (she/her). We (virtually) sat down to discuss how the effects of racism are seen not only during the Covid-19 pandemic, but also in Aishah and Vishwani’s experiences throughout medical education and research. You can find the podcast via the links here, or simply by searching “WIDLIMS” in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts and Stitcher. Follow BAME Medics on Instagram by clicking here, and Aishah by clicking here. Of course, this…
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WIDLIMS Podcast ep #2 – Behind the microphone with host Linda
This is the first solo Sunday episode with me, Linda (she/her), the host and creator of WIDLIMS - What I Didn't Learn in Medical School. I chat about... who I am, where I am from and my reasons for creating WIDLIMS my “biases” and outlook on health the show format going forward how to get in touch with me for feedback and general comments DISCLAIMER: I am not a qualified doctor, and any information given in the podcast is for educational & entertainment purposes only. Seek medical advice that is tailored to your situation from a qualified healthcare professional! Remember to follow me @widlims on Instagram and Twitter. This website…
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WIDLIMS Podcast ep #1 – Why Lifestyle Medicine should be mainstream with Dr Rob Lawson
New podcast episode with Dr Rob Lawson from the British Society of Lifestyle Medicine In this episode, I chat to Dr Rob Lawson (he/him) about... what lifestyle medicine is lifestyle medicine and Covid-19 why we should all care about it how the current model of teaching in medical school is missing out crucial information to tomorrow’s doctors his vision for a lifestyle medicine curriculum – soon reality? Dr Rob Lawson is a retired GP heavily involved in various lifestyle medicine organisations – you can find out more about him and his work here. The British Society of Lifestyle Medicine website may be accessed here, and they are also on Facebook…
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The WIDLIMS concept
Are you tired of struggling with your health? Do you feel poorly understood or judged by friends & family, the general public or healthcare professionals? In this episode, final year medical student Linda introduces her WIDLIMS concept. My name is Linda, I’m a final year medical student and the host of WIDLIMS – What I Didn’t Learn in Medical School. In a nutshell, this is a platform for discussing topics which are crucial to health, but simply not taught, glossed over or approached from the wrong angles in medicine and public discourse. My own knowledge combined with valuable input from guests provides you with accessible and most importantly empowering evidence-based…
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My veganuary 2020 guide ~ part 2 ~ nutritional aspects
Hello and welcome back for part 2 of my little veganuary guide. This has been UPDATED FOR 2021! This post discusses Supplements Building a meal Focus on some individual nutrients: iron and calcium Further resources Click here for part 1 which contains How to go plant-based and stay plant-based Common concerns Common mistakes Meal tips for (almost) every occasion My fave restaurants and supermarkets Best of… dairy alternatives, meat alternatives Other aspects of being vegan A little list of things to clear up before we plunge into it (oh, and all links will open in new tabs so click away as you read!): Let us define “vegan” again. Veganism is…
