Dr Robin Chatterjee, Consultant in Musculoskeletal, Sport & Exercise Medicine, recently delivered a presentation for Google exploring fatigue, inflammation and omega levels through the lens of longevity medicine — sharing how modern lifestyle factors, nutrition and chronic low-grade inflammation can quietly impact energy, joint health and long-term wellbeing.
At Panacea Health, this reflects exactly what we see in clinic every day: many people live with persistent tiredness, aches or brain fog without realising there may be underlying, treatable contributors.
Longevity medicine focuses on improving quality of life as we age — not just extending lifespan. It’s about prevention, resilience and understanding the whole person, rather than treating symptoms in isolation. This includes looking at movement, sleep, stress, nutrition, hormones, inflammation and mental wellbeing.
Fatigue isn’t just “being tired”
Fatigue can be physical, mental or emotional — and it rarely has a single cause. Common contributors include chronic illness, poor sleep, hormonal imbalance, nutritional deficiencies, dehydration, chronic pain and certain medications.
From a longevity medicine perspective, we also look closely at inflammation and metabolic health. One increasingly important factor is the balance between omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids.
Why your omega balance matters
Omega-3 fats, found in oily fish, flaxseed, chia seeds, walnuts and algal oil, have powerful anti-inflammatory effects and support joint health, cardiovascular function, cognition and mood. Organisations such as the British Heart Foundation also highlight the importance of omega-3 fatty acids for heart health and inflammation.
Ideally, the omega-6 to omega-3 ratio should sit between 1.5 and 3. Many people today exceed this, which may contribute to symptoms such as:
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persistent fatigue and low energy
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joint pain and stiffness
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mood changes or brain fog
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skin issues
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difficulty managing weight
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increased cardiovascular risk
These imbalances can exist even when standard blood tests appear normal.
A personalised approach at Panacea Health
At Panacea Health, Dr Chatterjee combines sport and exercise medicine with longevity principles to identify root causes and create tailored care plans.
Assessment may include specialist musculoskeletal examination, diagnostic ultrasound, targeted blood testing, nutritional review and lifestyle analysis. Treatment is personalised and may involve omega-3 supplementation where appropriate, dietary adjustments, exercise prescription, weight management support and addressing sleep and stress.
The goal isn’t quick fixes — it’s restoring balance, reducing inflammation and helping patients feel stronger, clearer and more energised over time.
Supporting long-term wellbeing
Longevity medicine recognises that physical health, emotional wellbeing and daily habits are deeply connected. Whether fatigue is driven by inflammation, nutritional imbalance or chronic pain, addressing the bigger picture often leads to meaningful change.
Dr Chatterjee supports patients at every stage — from those managing ongoing tiredness to individuals looking to optimise performance, prevent injury or future-proof their health.
If you’re experiencing persistent fatigue, unexplained aches or simply want a deeper understanding of your health, our team at Panacea Health is here to help.