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Struggling to see your GP? Left late-night Googling your symptoms? You're not alone – and we’re here to help!No Appointment Necessary is your weekly prescription of trusted, no-nonsense health advice from working GP Dr Amir Khan, who’s here to cut through the confusion, bust the myths, and help you take charge of your well-being. Alongside him is his close friend and co-host Cherry Healey – a passionate health advocate on hand to ask your questions and get the very best info to help you feel in control.Over 80% of women say they don’t feel heard at the doctor’s, and with appointments so hard to get, and when you do get one they’re over in a flash, that’s why we’ve opened our doors for you to join us each week for real, relatable health advice, helpful lifestyle tips, and a catch-up with Dr Amir and Cherry. No pressure, no rush – and no receptionist to get past!The content of No Appointment Necessary is for general information — it's not a substit
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- 2 days ago30 min
Why Winter Makes You Tired: Your Body Clock, Sleep & Mood Explained
Why do we feel so much more tired in winter? And is the darker weather actually changing what's happening inside our bodies? As the nights draw in and the temperatures drop, Cherry Healey and Dr Amir Khan look at the science of what winter does to our health, energy and mood. Dr Amir explains how our internal body clock works and why the changing seasons can leave us feeling exhausted, hungry and out of sorts. Plus, they talk about the difference between the winter blues and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), whether light therapy and sunrise alarm clocks really work, why vitamin D matters, and the simple things we can do to feel better during the colder months. In this week's Chat GP, Dr Amir answers a listener's question about prebiotics and probiotics. Do we really need supplements, or can we get everything we need from our food? Content Warning: This episode includes a discussion about Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), depression and references to suicide. If you or someone you know is struggling with their mental health, please remember that support is available. Samaritans: Call 116 123, free, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, or visit www.samaritans.org NHS 111: For urgent mental health support in England, call 111 and select the mental health option. Mind: For mental health information and support, visit www.mind.org.uk Have a health question you'd like Dr Amir and Cherry to answer? Email noappointmentpodcast@gmail.com or join our No Appointment Necessary Facebook community. Don't forget to follow or subscribe so you never miss an episode. This episode is brought to you by Linwoods. Use the code NAN20 for 20% off all Linwoods products at www.linwoodshealthfoods.com Excludes bundles & is not available in conjunction with any other coupon code. 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
- 1 weeks ago40 min
Weight Loss Jabs: What Happens When You Stop?
Weight loss injections like Mounjaro, Ozempic and Wegovy have changed the conversation around obesity and weight loss. But what happens when the weight comes off? And more importantly, what happens when you stop taking them? This week on No Appointment Necessary, Cherry Healey and Dr Amir Khan look at the questions everyone is asking about weight loss jabs, and some important things you might not have considered. They talk about the amount of lean body mass you can lose alongside fat, why your metabolism fights back and why the weight can return after stopping treatment, Dr Amir also explains what the research tells us about the long-term reality of these medications. Plus, could weight loss injections affect your HRT or contraceptive pill? 💬 Got a question? Email: noappointmentpodcast@gmail.com This episode is brought to you by Linwoods. Use the code NAN20 for 20% off all Linwoods products at www.linwoodshealthfoods.com Excludes bundles & is not available in conjunction with any other coupon code. 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
- 2 weeks ago25 min
Is Your Environment Making You Ill? Air Pollution, Heatwaves & Hidden Health Risks
Could the air we breathe and the environment around us be making us ill? This week, Dr Amir Khan and Cherry Healey look at the hidden health risks of air pollution, how it affects our heart, lungs and brain, and why rising temperatures can affect women differently to men. Plus, the simple changes we can make to protect our health. In Chat GP, a listener question on whether turmeric really helps with inflammation? 💬 Got a question? Email: noappointmentpodcast@gmail.com This episode is brought to you by Linwoods. Use the code NAN20 for 20% off all Linwoods products at www.linwoodshealthfoods.com Excludes bundles & is not available in conjunction with any other coupon code. 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
- 3 weeks ago48 min
The Health Gadgets You Need… And the Ones You DON'T!
Are health gadgets helping us live healthier lives, or are we becoming obsessed with tracking every little thing? This week on No Appointment Necessary, Cherry Healey and Dr Amir Khan debate the health tech that's actually worth investing in, from smartwatches and sleep trackers to continuous glucose monitors. They reveal the one health monitor everyone should consider owning, talk about the surprising link between hearing loss and dementia, and they chat about the essential health checks we shouldn't ignore in midlife. Plus, they share their personal fitness routines, the importance of maintaining muscle as we age, and why sometimes less monitoring might be better for our wellbeing. 💬 Got a question? Email: noappointmentpodcast@gmail.com This episode is brought to you by Linwoods. Use the code NAN20 for 20% off all Linwoods products at www.linwoodshealthfoods.com Excludes bundles & is not available in conjunction with any other coupon code. 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
- Oct 5, 202657 min
Blood Pressure, Heart Attack Signs & the Silent Risks You Can’t Feel
How healthy is your heart? Would you know if your blood pressure was too high? And could you recognise the signs of a heart attack? This week, Cherry Healey and Dr Amir Khan break down the silent risks that can affect your heart without obvious symptoms, including high blood pressure, cholesterol and blood sugar, and explain the warning signs you should never ignore. They also look at why heart attacks can present differently in women, what changes after the menopause, and what to do if someone suddenly collapses. Plus, in Chat GP, they answer a listener’s question about osteopenia and whether bone density can be improved. 💬 Got a question? Email: noappointmentpodcast@gmail.com This episode is brought to you by Linwoods. Use the code NAN20 for 20% off all Linwoods products at www.linwoodshealthfoods.com Excludes bundles & is not available in conjunction with any other coupon code. 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
- Sep 28, 202634 min
HRT, Joint Pain, Cholesterol & the Questions You’ve Been Meaning to Ask
It’s over to you in this episode, as we open up 'Chat GP' and give you the chance to ask Dr Amir Khan anything. Cherry Healey puts your questions to the doctor, who’s stepped away from his practice especially to open the door to you... and, of course, there’s no appointment necessary! We cover everything from joint pain and menopause to HRT, cholesterol and statins, cold hands and feet, excessive sweating, endometriosis and more. Got a question? Email: noappointmentpodcast@gmail.com This episode is brought to you by Linwoods. Use the code NAN20 for 20% off all Linwoods products at www.linwoodshealthfoods.com Excludes bundles & is not available in conjunction with any other coupon code. We've partnered with Randox Health. Find out more about their health checks at https://randoxhealth.com just use the code NAN15 to save 15% off. Results released in as little as 2 hours of 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
- Sep 21, 202657 min
Magnesium, Creatine & Collagen: What Supplements Actually Work?
Magnesium for sleep, collagen for your skin, creatine for strength and even “nature’s Ozempic”... but which supplements are actually worth your money? This week, Cherry Healey and Dr Amir Khan cut through the hype and look at the evidence behind some of the biggest supplement trends, including magnesium, creatine, collagen, electrolytes, omega-3, multivitamins and more. What works, what might help, and what’s just… bakwaas? 💬 Got a question? Email: noappointmentpodcast@gmail.com This episode is brought to you by Linwoods. Use the code NAN20 for 20% off all Linwoods products at www.linwoodshealthfoods.com Excludes bundles & is not available in conjunction with any other coupon code. We've partnered with Randox Health. Find out more about their health checks at https://randoxhealth.com just use the code NAN15 to save 15% off. Results released in as little as 2 hours of 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
- Sep 15, 202648 min
The Best Way to Reset Your Sleep
Summer’s over, routines are all over the place… so how do you actually get yourself back on track? This week, Cherry and Dr Amir are helping you with the autumn reset, looking at fixing your sleep and building habits that stick,. Plus, why teenagers really do want to sleep later, and why the secret to better sleep might start with the time you wake up! 💬 Got a question? Email: noappointmentpodcast@gmail.com This episode is brought to you by Linwoods. Use the code NAN20 for 20% off all Linwoods products at www.linwoodshealthfoods.com Excludes bundles & is not available in conjunction with any other coupon code. We've partnered with Randox Health. Find out more about their health checks at https://randoxhealth.com just use the code NAN15 to save 15% off. Results released in as little as 2 hours of 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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Struggling to see your GP? Left late-night Googling your symptoms? You're not alone – and we’re here to help!No Appointment Necessary is your weekly prescription of trusted, no-nonsense health advice from working GP Dr Amir Khan, who’s here to cut through the confusion, bust the myths, and help you take charge of your well-being. Alongside him is his close friend and co-host Cherry Healey – a passionate health advocate on hand to ask your questions and get the very best info to help you feel in control.Over 80% of women say they don’t feel heard at the doctor’s, and with appointments so hard to get, and when you do get one they’re over in a flash, that’s why we’ve opened our doors for you to join us each week for real, relatable health advice, helpful lifestyle tips, and a catch-up with Dr Amir and Cherry. No pressure, no rush – and no receptionist to get past!The content of No Appointment Necessary is for general information — it's not a substit
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