What Actually Helps Us Live a Longer, Healthier Life?

Cherry Healey and Dr Amir Khan break down the science of how to stay healthy, energetic and strong as we age. Find out what actually increases your healthspan, how to reduce ageing-related disease risk, the real impact of smoking, why movement and social connection matter more than you think, and the surprising everyday foods that support longer life! We've partnered with Randox Health. Randox health give you results in just 2 hours from your sample arriving at the lab! No GP referral needed. No waiting. Just answers – fast. Find out more about their Everyman and Everywoman health check at randoxhealth.com - just use the code NAN15 to save 15%. Have a question, feedback, or want to suggest a topic? Email: [email protected] Watch & listen on YouTube, Apple and Spotify. If this helped, please like, subscribe, and share. 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. Chapters: 01:58 - What Is Longevity? 02:36 - Healthspan vs Lifespan 04:47 - Smoking & Alcohol Reality Check 05:58 - Mediterranean Diet & Whole Foods 10:37 - The #1 Longevity Food (Legumes) 14:06 - Social Connection & Loneliness 15:41 - Movement: Why 4,000 Steps Matters 18:46 - Air Quality & Indoor Environment 25:14 - Quick Longevity Summary 30:59 - Listener Questions (Chat GP) A Viral Tribe Production Developed and produced by James Carpenter & Jo Scarratt-Jones Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices