How much of our health & well-being do we get to choose? | Episode 1

What this episode covers

This conversation explores the question of how much control we have over our health and well-being. The hosts discuss the story of a woman who lived to be 122 years old despite smoking daily. They highlight the I Told You So effect, where people selectively choose evidence to support their own beliefs. The EPIC study is mentioned, which shows that healthy lifestyle behaviours can prevent heart attacks, type 2 diabetes, strokes, and certain cancers. The hosts emphasise the importance of lifestyle medicine for both physical and mental health, and the need for ongoing investment in health and wellbeing. The conversation covers the promotion of the conversation and the behaviour change course.

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