The 5 Things That ACTUALLY Increase Lifespan
5/18/202642 min
People are living longer… but are we actually living healthier? This week, Cherry Healey and Dr Amir Khan go into the booming world of longevity, wellness trends and healthy ageing, separating science from “bakwas”. They talk everything from vaping to vitamin drips, NAD injections, supplements and HRT, looking at what genuinely helps us live longer and feel better… and what’s just expensive marketing? Dr Amir gives us the five pillars that really matter for long-term health, he explains why loneliness can be as dangerous as smoking, and the worrying health trends facing younger generations today. In Chat GP, there’s a listener question about childhood constipation, including why it happens and what parents should know early. 💬 Got a question? Email: noappointmentpodcast@gmail.com We've partnered with Randox Health. Take their Everyman and Everywoman health check at https://randoxhealth.com just use the code NAN15 to save 15% off their health checks. Results will arrive in just 2 hours from your sample arriving at the lab. The content of No Appointment Necessary is for general information, it's not a substitute for a personalised medical assessment. Always consider your own medical history and personal circumstances before acting on any health information. Developed and produced by James Carpenter & Jo Scarratt-Jones Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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First 90 secondsCherry Healey· Host0:00
The number of years people in the UK spend in good health is actually falling We're seeing subsequent generations now not living as well.
Amir Khan· Host0:08
That's really worrying to me.
Cherry Healey· Host0:10
What can we actually do to increase our lifespan?
Amir Khan· Host0:15
When I listen to wellness podcasts, they really [censored] me off.
Cherry Healey· Host0:18
[laughs] Where does vaping sit?
Amir Khan· Host0:20
The, the vaping companies do not give a [censored]- Mm ... about the health of your children.
Cherry Healey· Host0:25
What do you think of gyms offering drips and other longevity or wellness products?
Amir Khan· Host0:31
Just [censored] babes. Why are you making that face? What do you wanna live till?
Cherry Healey· Host0:35
What? 120, babe.
Amir Khan· Host0:36
Oh, okay. I didn't know that was an option.
Cherry Healey· Host0:38
Like that's awesome. Welcome to No Appointment Necessary, and this is the bit that I always get right. My name is Cherry Healey.
Amir Khan· Host0:47
[laughs] No, it's not. [laughs] It's Ches.
Cherry Healey· Host0:50
It's Ches Healey.
Amir Khan· Host0:50
Yay. It's Chezza Healey. And I am Dr. Amir Khan. I'm normally up at my surgery in Bradford, but here I am coordinating outfits with Chezza.
Cherry Healey· Host0:59
We look like we're going on a boat.
Amir Khan· Host1:01
We do.
Cherry Healey· Host1:01
We look really boaty.
Amir Khan· Host1:02
[laughs] Completely unplanned.
Cherry Healey· Host1:04
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Amir Khan· Host1:13
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Cherry Healey· Host1:24
Is that lucky?
Amir Khan· Host1:24
Yes.
Cherry Healey· Host1:25
[laughs] This week's check-in is all about what helps you to live