Healthy Living Healthy Living - September 14th
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Sep 14, 2025 Nick Talley, a leading gastroenterologist and professor, joins Carolyn Hullick, Chief Medical Officer at the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Healthcare. They dive into the impact of breakfast timing on aging, linking late meals to poorer health outcomes. The discussion covers the alarming rise of ADHD diagnoses in adults and the pressing need to manage sepsis awareness effectively. They also highlight the dangers of vaping on oral health and stress the importance of mental health support for all ages.
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Microplastics Affect Body And Gut
- Microplastics are ubiquitous and can enter the bloodstream, potentially promoting inflammation and altering the microbiome.
- Professor Nick Talley highlights links between plastics, leaky gut, dysbiosis and possible worse health outcomes including strokes and cancer.
Be Cautious About Microplastic Claims
- Don't assume microplastics cause mental illness; evidence is emerging but not definitive.
- Focus on balanced prevention and more research while avoiding alarmist purity thinking that may trigger anxiety.
Act Fast On Suspected Sepsis
- Recognise sepsis early: worsening infection with rapid decline, abnormal vitals or confusion needs urgent assessment.
- Seek GP, HealthDirect or ED promptly because early treatment reduces mortality and long hospital stays.