Naveed Sattar

Professor Naveed Sattar, a leading expert in metabolic medicine from the University of Glasgow, discusses the urgent diabetes crisis affecting millions. He explains the critical links between blood sugar, insulin, and diabetes risk. Naveed explores the importance of healthy weight, physical activity, and diet in preventing type 2 diabetes, emphasizing small lifestyle changes that can have a significant impact. He also highlights disparities in diabetes risk among different genders and ethnicities, giving listeners actionable insights for a healthier future.

In a heartfelt tribute to Akira Endo, the inventor of statins, guests discuss his choice to prioritize diet and exercise over medication in his later years. Margaret McCartney and Naveed Sattar debate the effectiveness of lifestyle changes in lowering cholesterol and their impact on cardiovascular health. Dermatologist Dr. Alexandra Banner shares insights on treating sunburn and reveals surprising home remedies. The discussion also touches on the controversial topic of snus and its potential to enhance athletic performance.

Sarah Le Brocq, a patient who tried GLP-1 drugs and faced major weight loss and gallbladder surgery. Beverley O’Hara, public‑health nutrition lecturer, on societal and dietary impacts. Naveed Sattar, cardiometabolic medicine professor, on clinical and research perspectives. They discuss rising drug use, digestive side effects and gallstones, monitoring gaps, risk–benefit conversations, and cultural shifts in how bodies are viewed.