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April 17, 2025 85 mins

Episode 298 hosts Dr Jigna Patel (General Practitioner, London, UK). Jigna is a UK-based GP with a special interest in skin health, functional medicine and takes a very different approach with her aesthetic patients.

The conversation explores the integration of holistic health principles into aesthetic practice, touching on topics such as the brain-gut-skin axis, ethical issues in the aesthetics industry, and the need for a balanced approach to skin and overall health. Dr. Patel shares personal experiences that influenced her approach, emphasizing the importance of looking at patients' overall well-being rather than just treating aesthetic symptoms. The discussion also critiques overused treatments like RF needling, the ethical concerns of treating younger patients, and the far-reaching impacts of diet and lifestyle on skin health. The episode offers a thought-provoking perspective on the future of aesthetic medicine and the role of holistic practices in achieving better patient outcomes.

00:00 Introduction

01:49 Dr. Jigna Patel's Background and Journey

06:09 Ethical Concerns in the Aesthetic Industry

18:21 Holistic Approach to Skin Health

43:49 Challenges and Criticisms in Aesthetic Treatments

47:56 Challenges of Overproducing Collagen

48:39 Weight Loss Injections and Facial Support

49:58 The Role of General Practitioners in Weight Loss

52:33 Psychological and Nutritional Support in Bariatric Surgery

54:12 Exploring the Brain-Gut-Skin Axis

55:44 The Importance of Gut Health in Aesthetics

01:01:21 Probiotics and Skin Health

01:03:42 Dietary Advice for Better Skin

01:06:41 Reconciling Aesthetic Practices with Holistic Health

01:09:49 Functional Medicine and Its Challenges

01:21:02 The Future of Aesthetic and Holistic Practices

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