Videos of Mr Alastair Windsor

What are the symptoms of bowel cancer? See more

Bowel Cancer: the facts See more

Bowel cancer is the third most common cancer in the UK with 38,500 new cases every year. Around half of these people will die, making it the second most common cause of cancer death after lung cancer, but despite this, many of us have no idea what the symptoms are. Early diagnosis is vital because, if spotted early, bowel cancer is one of the most treatable forms of cancers (with over 90% of people surviving for 5 years or more if the cancer is diagnosed in the early stages). So, to educate people about the risk factors, symptoms, prevention and treatment of the disease, a new campaign has been launched by The London Clinic, to coincide with a national bowel cancer awareness campaign Be Loud Be Clear (running from 24th to 31st January). As ever, prevention is better than cure, so The London Clinic is highlighting the importance of screening for the disease. If pre-cancerous polyps are identified and removed at colonoscopy then the likelihood of developing colorectal cancer is reduced by 80% or more. There are currently a number of ways to screen for bowel cancer: Faecal Occult Blood test (FOBt) which can be carried out at home and checks for blood in stools Flexible sigmoidoscopy (flexi-sig) which involves passing an endoscope (thin, flexible tube with a miniature video camera on the end) into the first part of the colon and must be done at a hospital CT (virtual) colonography, again carried out in hospital Colonoscopy, which involves inserting a long, flexible endoscope all the way around the colon to directly visualise all areas where polyps and cancer can occur. Risk factors of developing the disease include a family history of bowel cancer, obesity and increasing age (with 8 out of 10 cases of bowel cancer occurring in people aged 60 and over) It is important to be aware of the key symptoms, although unfortunately, some of the these can be overlooked or mistaken: A change in bowel habit (eg increased frequency or increased looseness of stool) Blood seen on or mixed in with a stool Extreme fatigue or shortness of breath, indicating anaemia Abdominal pain Weight loss Persistent lump in the abdomen The London Clinic's Dr Julian Teare, consultant gastroenterologist, and Mr Alistair Windsor, consultant colorectal surgeon, explain the importance of bowel cancer screening and symptoms to look out for. http://www.linkto.tv/iframe/show/uuid/lVjLZNyv5TY For more information visit www.thelondonclinic.co.uk

#95: Crohn’s disease & Ulcerative colitis, The garden in your gut! - Mr Alastair Windsor See more

“It’s about finding that gauge in your own body, biohacking yourself, experimenting and learning”. ABOUT THE GUEST Alastair Windsor is a specialist colorectal surgeon in London, head of the abdominal wall unit at UCLH and a founder member of Surgical European Crohn’s and Colitis Organisation. He is a committed surgical trainer, educator and widely regarded as a leader in the field of colorectal disease. IN THIS EPISODE In this episode we are joined by Mr. Alastair Windsor to discuss two major chronic diseases, Crohn’s & Ulcerative colitis. Tune in to find out how reducing your flare ups, can make a significant difference when managing the disease. --------------------------------------- Listen to the podcast on your mobile: - Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2VaeOhP - Android: http://bit.ly/2ASKOgS - Spotify: https://spoti.fi/35n7rbF - Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=468467 --------------------------------------- CONTACT If you would like to get in touch with Mr. Windsor, then please visit https://alwindsor.co.uk/ Twitter @al_windsor ABOUT THE HOST “Give your body what it needs and nothing it does not need.” Hello, I am Stephanie Webster, the CEO of www.UrbanHealthMethod.com Welcome to my podcast. It is harder to stay healthy when life get busy and this podcast is intended to help "Keep busy people healthy". I am a Nutritional Therapist at 10 Harley Street London UK specialising in fat loss/body composition, gut health and hormone optimisation therapy. My clients are busy executives and business owners over 40 who want to lose body fat, optimise their health, aesthetics and athletic performance. If you would like a consultation in person or on Skype: Whatsapp me anytime on +447500356356 and let's connect. Stephanie Webster [email protected] Facebook https://www.facebook.com/UrbanHealth.UH Twitter @UrbanHealthM Instagram stephaniewebsterurban Linked In https://www.linkedin.com/in/urbanhealthmethod/ You Tube https://bit.ly/2mhuSRw DONATE TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF THE PODCAST https://www.patreon.com/urbanhealth WHY CONNECT WITH ME? I believe the body is is a beautiful machine Food is fuel You were born to move I believe the body is a work of art And seeks to be sculpted And enhanced I believe that when we connect with our body We connect with ourselves We connect with our truth People connect with me because I lost 30kg whilst living in London, working, being busy. And they want to change their body composition. Optimise their health. Longevity. And they want to change their mindset. Some choose me because of: MINDSET: They are ill or obese and want to develop their self belief and confidence. INFLAMMATION: I have ulcerative colitis which I do not take prescription medication for. IMMUNITY: I had tonsillitis 6 times per year and REFUSED to get them taken out. BARIATRIC: I have a gastric band - that did not work for me. BINGE EATING: Mum died of cancer and that triggered emotional eating and a profound interest in the impact food has on our bodies. I love helping people become the best version of themselves. Steph.

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