No Appointment Necessary

What do early morning wake ups, cold painful hands, menopausal weight gain and cholesterol warnings all have in common? In this episode, Dr Amir Khan and Cherry Healey open the surgery doors and answer real questions sent in by listeners. From cortisol and poor sleep, Raynaud’s phenomenon, menopause and muscle loss, to sex drive mismatches, pregnancy discomfort and preparing for knee replacement surgery… this is practical, reassuring medical advice without the panic. Dr Amir says his wisdom on hormones, stress, blood tests, cholesterol numbers, lifestyle changes that actually work, and when medication really helps. We've partnered with ⁠Randox Health⁠. Take their Everyman and Everywoman health check at ⁠randoxhealth.com⁠ - just use the code NAN15 to save 15%. Results will arrive in just 2 hours from your sample arriving at the lab. 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. A Viral Tribe Production Developed and produced by James Carpenter & Jo Scarratt-Jones Chapters: 00:00 – Inside the Surgery: Listener Questions, No Prep 02:13 – Why Cortisol Wakes You Up at 3am 04:00 – Do Hormones Disrupt Sleep? 04:22 – Raynaud’s: When Cold Hands Become Painful 06:36 – Mismatched Sex Drives in Midlife 08:01 – Preparing for Knee Replacement Surgery 09:59 – Menopausal Weight Gain Explained 11:22 – Vertical Nail Splits After Illness 12:48 – Painful Sex During Pregnancy 14:25 – Cognitive Shuffling vs ADHD Brains 15:19 – Should You Worry About ‘Amber’ Cholesterol? 18:08 – Why This Surgery Is Coming Back Next Week Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Dr Amir Khan and Cherry Healey explore the real physical impact of grief and loss, from bereavement and miscarriage to heartbreak, job loss and losing a pet. Dr Amir explains why grief can cause symptoms like chest pain, palpitations, digestive problems, anxiety, low immunity and exhaustion, and he reveals the science behind Broken Heart Syndrome, a very real medical condition triggered by extreme emotional stress. Content warning: This episode discusses grief, bereavement, loss and emotional distress. Please make sure you’re in the right headspace before listening. If this episode brings up difficult feelings, you don’t have to deal with them alone. UK support: If you’re struggling or feel at risk, you can contact Samaritans free, 24/7 on 116 123, or visit samaritans.org. If you’re outside the UK, please seek local crisis support services in your country or speak to a trusted healthcare professional. We've partnered with ⁠Randox Health⁠. Take their Everyman and Everywoman health check at ⁠randoxhealth.com⁠ - just use the code NAN15 to save 15%. Results will arrive in just 2 hours from your sample arriving at the lab. 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. Chapters: 00:00 – Introduction – Understanding grief and loss00:37 – Welcome to No Appointment Necessary00:59 – Episode focus & sponsor message02:35 – What grief really is and why it hurts physically05:22 – Love, loss & broken heart syndrome08:30 – When to see your GP: grief vs depression10:55 – Healing over time & how the body adapts12:48 – How to support someone who is grieving27:16 – Miscarriage, pet loss & unseen grief34:53 – Health hack: showing up for others A Viral Tribe Production Developed and produced by James Carpenter & Jo Scarratt-Jones Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of No Appointment Necessary, Dr Amir Khan and Cherry Healey look into one of the most important topics in modern health... your brain! From brain fog and menopause to Alzheimer’s, dementia, memory loss, stress and sleep, they share practical advice you can start using today. And can you really cut your risk of dementia by 60%? Dr Amir breaks down the latest research, and the simple lifestyle changes that make the biggest difference. 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. We've partnered with ⁠Randox Health⁠. Take their Everyman and Everywoman health check at randoxhealth.com - just use the code NAN15 to save 15%. Results will arrive in just 2 hours from your sample arriving at the lab. 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. Chapters 00:00 – Introduction - What is brain fog?01:08 – Brain health: this week’s focus01:29 – Sponsor: Randox Health & biomarker testing02:24 – Causes of brain fog: hormones, sleep & mood05:21 – When memory issues need a GP check08:56 – Dementia vs Alzheimer’s explained09:29 – Inside the Alzheimer’s brain: plaques, tangles & inflammation11:45 – How to reduce dementia risk: exercise, sleep & diet14:29 – Hearing, sight & oral health links to brain function21:20 – Stress, cortisol & daily habits for a healthier brain A Viral Tribe Production Developed and produced by James Carpenter & Jo Scarratt-Jones Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Dr Amir Khan and Cherry Healey discuss ADHD in women and girls, why it’s so often missed or misdiagnosed, and how hormones, perimenopause and menopause can make symptoms dramatically worse. 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. We've partnered with Randox Health. Take their Everyman and Everywoman health check at randoxhealth.com - just use the code NAN15 to save 15%. Results will arrive in just 2 hours from your sample arriving at the lab. An itchy, irritated scalp could be a sign of hard water rather than a “you” problem — and Polytar, trusted by doctors for over 60 years, can help treat dandruff, psoriasis and seborrhoeic dermatitis at the source. See the full Hard Water Hair Report at polytar.co.uk and use code Appointment10 for 10% off 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dr Amir Khan and Cherry Healey talk about the latest trends in beauty with skin, hair and nails. What actually works, what’s a waste of money, and how your hormones, age, and lifestyle play a bigger role than any viral product. From hyaluronic acid vs ceramides, to SPF truths, gel nails safety, perimenopause acne, hair thinning, and the reality of the beauty industry targeting children, this is your medically-backed guide to healthy skin, strong nails, and thicker hair. 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. We've partnered with Randox Health. Take their Everyman and Everywoman health check at randoxhealth.com - just use the code NAN15 to save 15%. Results will arrive in just 2 hours from your sample arriving at the lab. An itchy, irritated scalp could be a sign of hard water rather than a “you” problem — and Polytar, trusted by doctors for over 60 years, can help treat dandruff, psoriasis and seborrhoeic dermatitis at the source. See the full Hard Water Hair Report at polytar.co.uk and use code Appointment10 for 10% off 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. 00:00 – Welcome & today’s topic: skin, hair and nails00:31 – Sponsor message: Randox Health & biomarker testing02:19 – Christmas beauty products & what’s medically worth it02:58 – The 3 essential pillars of skin health: cleanser, moisturiser, SPF04:19 – How to choose cleansers through the seasons (summer vs winter)05:11 – Moisturisers that actually work: hyaluronic acid & ceramides08:16 – SPF explained: numbers, UV protection & daily habits15:38 – Hormones, menopause & acne: why adult acne happens19:16 – Beauty industry & young teens: risks, chemicals & pressures25:37 – Nails & hair: gel nails, nail health, hormones & menopause hair loss A Viral Tribe Production Developed and produced by James Carpenter & Jo Scarratt-Jones Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices