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No Appointment Necessary

No Appointment Necessary

著者： Viral Tribe Entertainment
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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 substitute for a personalised medical assessment. Always consider your own medical history and personal circumstances before acting on any health information. Have a question, feedback, or want to suggest a topic? Get in touch: Email: noappointmentpodcast@gmail.com Viral Tribe Production 衛生・健康的な生活 身体的病い・疾患
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  • What’s Ruining Your Sleep at Night? - And How To Fix It

    What’s Ruining Your Sleep at Night? - And How To Fix It
    2026/02/24
    Dr Amir Khan and Cherry Healey take a look at what’s really going on when you just can’t sleep. It can affect everything, from your mood, your hormones, your heart, your energy, your relationships. Amir and Cherry talk about hot flushes and night sweats to snoring, sleep apnea, restless legs and 2am anxiety. You’ll hear the science behind disrupted sleep and what it means for your long-term health. Plus, they talk about what’s normal, what’s hormonal, and what might need checking out, including the red flag symptoms you shouldn’t ignore! And, they tackle the trends (mouth taping, nasal strips, wearable tech) and separate helpful habits from hype. Have a question, feedback, or want to suggest a topic? Email: noappointmentpodcast@gmail.com 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. A Viral Tribe Production Developed and produced by James Carpenter & Jo Scarratt-Jones Chapters: 00:00 Introductio 01:26 Why Sleep Is “Make or Break” 01:54 What Is a Hot Flush? 03:11 Night Sweats & Red Flag Symptoms 06:01 When Should You See a GP? 06:31 How to Reduce Hot Flushes at Night 07:43 Sleep Naked or Not? 08:20 Do Menopause Cooling Products Work? 10:25 Why Do People Snore? 12:43 Sleep Together or Separately? 13:16 What Is Sleep Apnoea? 16:36 Treating Sleep Apnoea (Beyond the Mask) 17:29 Mouth Taping: Helpful or Harmful? 19:01 Do Nasal Strips Actually Work? 20:11 Can Wearable Tech Detect Sleep Problems? 21:31 Perimenopause & 2AM Anxiety 23:48 How to Manage Night-Time Anxiety 24:02 Do Weighted Blankets Help? 24:31 Restless Legs Explained 25:56 Why You Jerk Awake (Hypnic Jerks) 26:36 ChatGP 29:21 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    32 分
  • Protein Bars, Shakes & Powders – What’s Actually Worth It?

    Protein Bars, Shakes & Powders – What’s Actually Worth It?
    2026/02/17
    This week, Cherry and Dr. Amir are breaking down protein, and in particular protein supplements. How much do you really need? And does it really matter if you get it from a chicken fillet, a chickpea, or a large scoop of whey powder? Cherry tells us about the effects of trying the Atkins diet, and Dr. Amir drops a bombshell about eggs! Plus, they get into protein bars and what happens if you don’t up your fibre when eating loads of protein. And in this week's Chat GP, there’s a questions about diabetes and heart disease in South Asian communities. Have a question, feedback, or want to suggest a topic? Email: noappointmentpodcast@gmail.com 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. A Viral Tribe Production Developed and produced by James Carpenter & Jo Scarratt-Jones Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 01:26 What Is Protein & Why It Matters 03:37 Complete vs Incomplete Proteins 06:59 Protein Hype & Social Media Myths 09:04 How Much Protein Per Day (Simple Guide) 10:17 What Hitting Your Protein Target Looks Like 13:49 Whey Protein Explained (Types & Benefits) 17:11 Protein for Muscle Building 22:45 Can You Have Too Much Protein? 34:03 Listener Question: Diet, Genetics & Health Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    40 分
  • HRT: Life-Changing or Overhyped? What It Really Does

    HRT: Life-Changing or Overhyped? What It Really Does
    2026/02/10
    The HRT episode you've been waiting for! Cherry Healey and Dr. Amir Khan tackle your biggest questions about hormone replacement therapy, whether you're thinking about starting, already taking it, or just want to understand more about it. You’ll find out the game-changing gel everyone's talking about, when to start HRT, how to know if it's working, what to do about side effects, and whether you can take it forever. Dr. Amir breaks down the science, while Cherry shares her own journey and poses your questions about testosterone, joint pain and migraines. Have a question, feedback, or want to suggest a topic? Email: noappointmentpodcast@gmail.com 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. A Viral Tribe Production Developed and produced by James Carpenter & Jo Scarratt-Jones Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 01:39 What is HRT? Oestrogen, progesterone & testosterone explained 04:10 Why menopause hits women so hard 05:10 When should you consider starting HRT? 07:25 Does skipping HRT affect long-term health & dementia risk? 09:18 How perimenopause can force healthier lifestyle habits 10:08 Can you start HRT after menopause? 11:38 Types of HRT: gels, patches, sprays & progesterone 14:43 HRT with endometriosis & fibroids – is it safe? 17:02 HRT and migraines – can migraine sufferers take HRT? 18:10 How long can you stay on HRT? Can you take it forever? 19:47 What happens when you stop HRT? Do symptoms return? 20:38 How long does HRT take to start working? 21:35 What if HRT stops working? Adjusting dose & absorption 22:42 Side effects of HRT & progesterone intolerance 23:23 Testosterone for women – NHS vs private access 26:47 HRT, joint pain & “menopause shoulder” 28:37 Natural alternatives to HRT & lifestyle changes 30:03 Final thoughts: Don’t suffer in silence 30:56 GP disclaimer + menopause specialists 31:00 Listener health question: ear pain, reflux & OtoVent device 33:16 Outro & where to follow the podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    35 分
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