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Scottish Sun
7 days ago
- Health
- Scottish Sun
I'm a celebrity doctor & never judge mums for using Mounjaro – trying to diet & exercise on zero sleep is overwhelming
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A CELEBRITY doctor has defended sleep-deprived mums who are turning to fat jabs to lose weight. Dr Punam Krishan, who starred on Strictly Come Dancing with Gorka Marquez, took to social media to give her opinion on the flab-busting medication. 4 Dr Punam Krishan has defended mums who use Mounjaro 4 Dr Punam appeared on Strictly Come Dancing Credit: PA About half a million Brits use weight loss drugs - and the number is expected to double in the next year. Of those, Mounjaro is regarded by some as the King Kong of fat jabs. Dr Punam, 42, said: "There is a lot of noise right now about weight loss jabs. It's everywhere on social media, in magazines, in WhatsApp groups and I understand and I get the curiosity. "But behind every decision to start one of these medications is usually a much bigger story which your GP gets to hear and these are stories that deserve understanding and compassion, not judgement, criticism or to become the subject of gossip." The telly doc, a resident on BBC Morning Live and Radio Scotland added: "I see women all the time, especially mums in their 30s, 40s and 50s who have spent years trying everything to manage their weight. "They've dieted, exercised, cut out carbs, counted calories, tried intuitive eating and still felt stuck. "Then you add in the poor sleep, the high stress, the hormonal chaos of perimenopause, the mental load of family life, a demanding job like oh my gosh. It's no wonder so many people feel completely overwhelmed by it all. "Now for some, the decision to try something like Mounjaro is about their weight affecting their health. So things like blood pressure, diabetes risk, heart disease, sleep apnea or joint pain. "For others it's about confidence, it's wanting to feel more like themselves again. but whatever the reason, it is personal and it deserves support, not shame." Mounjaro works by suppressing your appetite, making people feel fuller for longer. I've lost nearly 6 stone in 9 months on fat jabs - trolls call me 'lazy' & say it's the 'easy way out' but I don't care The injections are licensed for patients with type 2 diabetes and to assist those who are clinically obese (with a Body Mass Index of 30 or over). One jab is administered each week but the duration is dependent on someone's weight. The drugs can be prescribed by a practitioner - such as a doctor, nurse or a pharmacist-independent prescriber. But increasingly, many have been buying them through online pharmacies without sufficient checks or information about side effects including headaches and even pancreatitis. Dr Punam told her 119,000 Instagram followers: "Sadly we are seeing a lot of misuse and there is loads and loads of misinformation out there. That really worries me as a doctor. "These are serious medications and I believe that people deserve proper information before jumping in to take them." 4 Dr Punam insisted Mounjaro is 'not a magic fix' Credit: Getty 4 But the practicing GP says she will never judge anybody for using the weight loss jabs Credit: Getty And the practicing GP — who has son Aanish and daughter Ellora to Tory MSP hubby Dr Sandesh Gulhane — insisted that weight loss jabs are "not a magic fix". She added: "Long-term weight management still depends on the basics. "So nourishing food, movement that protects your muscle, your sleep, your stress levels, cutting back on alcohol and just looking at underlying health issues that may be contributing like thyroid function or perimenopause. "If the root cause isn't addressed, the weight will often just come back when you stop the medication. "And one more thing that I really really want to say clearly is if you are on one of these jabs then please tell your GP. "I know some people feel embarrassed or a bit worried. They think that we might judge them but that's just not the case. We're not here to tell you off. We're here to keep you safe. "Don't ever ignore new or persisting symptoms. It's always better to get things checked out. "The one tip that I always give my patients is to have a quick look at your pee. The colour of your urine is important. "If it is clear or light straw coloured, great, but if it is looking dark yellow and concentrated, you probably need to drink more. "I'm also seeing a bit of muscle loss in some people and that is not something that we want. So if you're not eating enough or you're not moving much, then your body starts to break down muscle alongside the fat. "You don't need to go daft at the gym, but even just doing some body weight strength training exercises two to three times a week can really help to protect your muscle and keeps your metabolism ticking over."
Daily Mirror
04-08-2025
- Health
- Daily Mirror
BBC Morning Live doctor issues stark health warning amid Storm Floris
The BBC Doctor has said you can probably blame Storm Floris Doctor Punam Krishan, NHS GP and regular on BBC Morning Live, has warned that if you're feeling off, Storm Floris is likely to blame. The second storm of the year is hammering the UK, with people being urged to stay inside their home. The Met Office has issued two weather alerts - a yellow and an amber warning - both set to expire around midnight. Until then, the health expert advises people to rest, as it's likely no coincidence that you may be experiencing headaches, fatigue or general body aches and pains. Taking to her Instagram to explain to people what's happening, Dr Punam said: "Storm Floris is rolling through the UK. We are getting absolutely hammered up here in Scotland, but alongside the chaos that this kind of weather brings, I wanted to share how it [weather] can affect your health as well. "So if your head has been pounding over the last 12 hours or you are feeling a wee bit off today, it might not be a coincidence." She notes that her patients have told her that they can feel a migraine build just before a storm - and there is actually science behind why this happens. The NHS GP explains: "When the air pressure suddenly drops, like it does during a storm, it can trigger pressure changes inside your head as well, So for people who are sensitive, that can be enough to spark a migraine. "And it's not just migraines, people often notice things like aching joints, sinus pressure changes, tiredness, even a bit of brain fog when the weather suddenly changes. I always find it so fascinating how many people feel the storm coming before they've even seen the weather forecast." With this in mind, the Strictly Come Dancing star reassures people that "if you're not feeling 100 per cent today, give yourself a break, stay hydrated, rest if you can, and if you are prone migraines, it's absolutely fine to take it easy and take your usual treatment early." Concluding her health advice, she urges the public to heed warnings from official sources like the Met Office, advising that people should only leave their homes if absolutely necessary. She stressed: "Take note of the weather warnings. If you don't need to go out, stay safe inside and let's hope Storm Floris does her thing quickly and she moves on." Met Office issues two weather warnings amid Storm Floris The Met Office has issued two urgent weather warnings as Storm Floris batters the UK with heavy rain and winds reaching up to 85mph in some areas. These conditions have led to significant travel disruptions, including delays to trains and even flight cancellations and delays. Officials are urging people to stay home and avoid all non-essential travel. If you must go out, extreme caution is advised. The yellow wind warning remains in place for much of the UK until midnight. Meanwhile, a more severe amber wind warning, which was issued yesterday, is affecting Scotland. This warning began at 10am today and will stay in force until 11pm.
Yahoo
26-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Strictly's Punam Krishan opens multi-million pound spa near Glasgow
Strictly Come Dancing star Dr Punam Krishan was among the guests at Gleddoch Hotel as the venue launched its new multi-million pound spa. The Renfrewshire hotel launched its Imperia Spa on Thursday night, with Mrs Brown's Boys star Gary Hollywood and Glasgow's Lord Provost Jacqueline McLaren joining TV's Dr Punam to cut the ribbon. Dr Punam said Strictly dance partner Gorka Marquez would be the first to jump into an ice bath at Scotland's newest luxury spa, but she wouldn't join him. She laughed when she spotted the 'Brass Monkey' cold water immersion pool. READ MORE: Glasgow woman given year to live after cancer diagnosis just months after wedding READ MORE: The hidden basement Glasgow bar that's just been named among the world's best Punam, 42, said: 'The spa is absolutely beautiful, the views are stunning and I am feeling very tranquil. It's Scotland at its best. 'The ice plunge pool is the only thing that I will not be trying. You couldn't pay me to jump into that. Gorka would love it. He does ice water baths every day, but I cannot do it. 'I respect anybody who can do ice water immersions but it's definitely not for me.' The glittering bash at the hotel in Langbank, Renfrewshire, marked the culmination of six months of painstaking work. The opulent Imperia Spa boasts one of the largest outdoor saunas in the UK, with panoramic countryside views of Ben Lomond. Guests can enjoy a full range of thermal facilities including an aroma steam room, salt steam room, pink Himalayan salt sauna, ice fountain, hydrotherapy pool and cold plunge pool. There's a restaurant, a wellbeing studio, fitness suite and seven treatment rooms using high end products from Natura Bissé, Elemis, Temple Spa and Tri-Dosha. Glasgow's Lord Provost Jacqueline McLaren cut the ribbon along with Dr Punam, hotel manager James Anderson and Mrs Brown's Boys star Gary. The actor, famous for playing Dino Doyle in the BAFTA-winning comedy chatted to fans along with his wife Cherylanne. He said: 'Gleddoch is our happy place and the new spa is spectacular. 'We've been coming here to relax and unwind as a family for five years. It's on our doorstep but you quite literally enter another world. 'My son Ollie, who's now five, thinks it's his second home. His shoes are kicked off the second he arrives.' The hotel – which is just 20 minutes from Glasgow – is nestled within a 350-acre estate which once belonged to shipbuilding magnate Baron Lithgow. The new spa, which opened on June 16, is inspired by Gleddoch's history and a golden age of travel with black marble, antique gold, crystal details and quilted textures. Hotel manager James Anderson said: 'Every detail of Imperia has been designed to surprise and delight, creating an escape unlike anything else in Scotland. 'This is not just a spa; it's an experience where indulgence, heritage, and contemporary wellness meet. 'It really is breathtaking and has to be seen to be believed. We're thrilled to show it off.' Sign up to our daily Glasgow Live newsletter here to receive news and features direct to your inbox. Join Glasgow Live's WhatsApp community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages.
Daily Mirror
26-07-2025
- Health
- Daily Mirror
BBC Morning Live Doctor Punam issues health warning after coffee shop fainting
Doctor Punam Krishan, who often appears on BBC Morning Live, has issued an urgent health warning to people who have certain signs and symptoms. Stressing people to stop brushing it off as normal, she urges people to take action and talk to your GP. The fresh warning comes after she came across a woman in a coffee shop who fainted and upon waking up, told her "don't worry, this always happens when I am on my period." The NHS doctor recalled: "She was very young, probably in her early 20s." Sitting her down, she asked her if she had ever been to her doctor, to which the woman responded with no, noting this was her normal. In fact, she said she always takes time off work during her period. "That moment has stayed with me because sadly it confirms what I see in my clinic here all the time. Women just put up with exhausting, painful, heavy periods for years, being led to believe that it's just part of being a woman when this doesn't have to be your normal", the health guru said. The doctor, who also appeared on BBC's Strictly Come Dancing, said that whilst "heavy periods might be common, they're not something you have to just put up with." She continued: "As a GP, I see so many women who've been quietly coping for years. "Tired. Missing work. Flooding through clothes. Led to believe this is just part of being a woman. It is not." Signs you need to go to your GP Here are some signs your period might need a closer look, she notes: Soaking through pads or tampons every hour Using both a pad and tampon together Passing clots bigger than a 10p coin Bleeding for more than 7 days Feeling tired, dizzy or low in iron Missing school, work, or social plans regularly "These aren't emergencies but they are signs worth discussing. There are causes. There are investigations. And there are options that can really help" she notes. She added that "if any of this sounds familiar, speak to your GP. You don't have to keep pushing through." Why am I bleeding heavily on my period? The doctor notes it could be one of several conditions. She suggests being checked for: Endometriosis Adenomyosis Fibroids PCOS Hormonal imbalance Perimenopause Von Willebrands Disease 'Sometimes there is no obvious cause but that does not mean it's not real', she stressed, concluding that "it is worth investigating." In the comments of the video, women shared the stories with one writing: "My doctor rolled his eyes at me and made me feel I was being dramatic when I insisted on further investigation. Turned out I had a very large fibroid which needed removed. We need more gps like you who understand." Another said: "Such great advice. Mine are getting heavier, longer and closer together as I get further into my 40s. It's exhausting. I really must make a GP appointment. Thank you for this." Meanwhile a third woman said: "Thank you so much again. You are advocating for so many people who suffer in silence, or think it's normal."
Glasgow Times
25-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Strictly TV star spotted at plush hotel near Renfrewshire
The bash at the Gleddoch Hotel in Langbank marked the culmination of six months of work as the venue launched its multi-million pound Imperia Spa. It boasts one of the largest outdoor saunas in the UK, with panoramic countryside views of Ben Lomond. Strictly star and TV medic Dr Punam Krishan (Image: Supplied) Guests can enjoy a full range of thermal facilities including an aroma steam room, salt steam room, pink Himalayan salt sauna, ice fountain, hydrotherapy pool and cold plunge pool. There's a restaurant, a wellbeing studio, fitness suite and seven treatment rooms using high-end products from Natura Bissé, Elemis, Temple Spa and Tri-Dosha. Gary Hollywood, star of Mrs Brown's Boys, and his wife CherylanneStrictly's Dr Punam Krishan and Gary Hollywood from Mrs Brown's Boys graced the red carpet at the launch event on July 24. READ MORE: Lanarkshire man splashed out on 'man cave' after lottery win The TV medic revealed how dance partner Gorka Marquez would be the first to jump into an ice bath at Scotland's newest luxury spa but that she's not about to join him. She said: "The spa is absolutely beautiful, the views are stunning and I am feeling very tranquil. "It's Scotland at its best. The ice plunge pool is the only thing that I will not be trying. You couldn't pay me to jump into that. 'Gorka would love it. He does ice water baths every day…but I cannot do it. "I respect anybody who can do ice water immersions but it's definitely not for me.' Gary, who is famous for playing Dino Doyle in the BAFTA-winning comedy, chatted to fans along with his wife Cherylanne. Left to right: Dr Punam Krishan, hotel manager James Anderson and Gary Hollywood cut the ribbon at the launch event (Image: Supplied) He said: "Gleddoch is our happy place and the new spa is spectacular. 'We've been coming here to relax and unwind as a family for five years. 'It's on our doorstep but you quite literally enter another world. 'My son Ollie, who's now five, thinks it's his second home. His shoes are kicked off the second he arrives.' James Anderson, hotel manager, added: "Every detail of Imperia has been designed to surprise and delight, creating an escape unlike anything else in Scotland. "This is not just a spa; it's an experience where indulgence, heritage, and contemporary wellness meet. "It really is breathtaking and has to be seen to be believed. "We're thrilled to show it off."
