Why You're Getting Sicker Despite Doing Everything Right. On Longevity and Prevention

Why You're Getting Sicker Despite Doing Everything Right. On Longevity and Prevention

Chapters  00:00 Why Dr Rahat Left Conventional Medicine to Ask Why  03:51 Longevity, Functional and Preventive Medicine — What's the Difference?  04:28 What People Get Wrong About Longevity  05:51 Health Span vs Lifespan — Adding Life to Your Years  06:17 Are the Diseases of Old Age Actually Inevitable?  07:42 Investing in Your Future Self Like a Bank Account  08:29 Why Is Medicine Finally Starting to Change?  09:23 The Continuous Glucose Monitor Experiment  09:47 Uncontrolled Blood Sugar — The Fire We Need to Extinguish  12:23 Precision Medicine — Why One Size Fits Nobody  13:10 The Longevity Diaries — Why Dr Rahat Started Them  14:16 Morning Sunlight — Why It Sets Your Biology for the Day  17:31 Why Sleep Is Where Dr Rahat Starts Every Consultation  19:48 Does Stress Make You Sick? What Dr Rahat Found in Every Cancer Patient  21:35 You Can Tick Every Health Box and Still Be Unwell  22:00 Breathing Techniques and Bringing Cortisol Down  23:43 The Six Pillars — You Can't Isolate One and Ignore the Rest  25:00 Are Women More Prone to Autoimmune Disease?  27:45 Why We Need to Stop Victimising Ourselves  28:38 Exercise — Why It's a Non-Negotiable in the Longevity Conversation  30:26 Sarcopenia — The Muscle Loss Nobody Talks About  31:21 Menopause, Hot Flushes and Why Exercise Changes Everything  32:14 Why Are People of Colour Less Mobile in Later Life?  33:39 The Problem With Depending on Your Children  36:19 Food, Culture and the Longevity Conversation  37:19 Every Day Should Not Be a Celebration  40:08 Having the Hard Conversation With Family Members Who Won't Change  42:50 The Four Non-Negotiable Supplements  44:29 Why Dr Rahat Never Recommends Multivitamins  45:52 Why Prevention Isn't Covered by Insurance — and What to Do About It  47:48 Your Body Is an Amanah — What Our Faith Says About Health  48:05 How to Advocate for Yourself in a System Not Built for Prevention  49:30 How Dr Rahat Is Changing Medicine From the Inside  51:22 The Quick Fix Culture and Weight Loss Injections  52:04 Dr Rahat's Honest Take on GLP-1 Injections  55:25 Longevity Is Hard — But So Is Getting Sick  57:06 Why People Get Sick After Retirement  59:49 Exercise as Identity — Not Just a Habit  01:02:10 Exercise Snacks — Movement That Fits Into Real Life  01:02:44 When People Call You Extreme  01:05:11 Raising Children With a Longevity Mindset  01:09:43 Purpose, Identity and What Happens When Your Chapter Closes  01:13:21 New Chapters — Who Are You When You're Not Just a Mom?  01:15:00 What Dr Rahat Actually Does in a One Hour Consultation  01:16:33 The Biopsychosocial Model — Medicine Finally Catching Up  01:17:45 The One Thing You Can Do Today  About the Guest  Dr Rahat is a longevity and preventive medicine physician based in the UAE and one of the founding members of the Emirates Lifestyle and Longevity Medicine Society. Having begun her career in conventional medicine, she turned her focus to understanding why illness happens in the first place — working at the intersection of precision medicine, lifestyle medicine and oncology. Known for her one-hour consultations that go deep into the whole person, Dr Rahat is on a mission to shift medicine from reactive to preventive — one patient, one conversation and one longevity diary tip at a time.  About the Host  Alveena is a psychology MSc student, writer, and seeker exploring the intersection of mental health, psychology, and Islamic spirituality. Her work blends academic insight with lived experience to explore identity, belonging, and healing. Through her writing and podcast, she shares personal reflections that bridge science and spirituality, encouraging honest self-inquiry and wholehearted living. She invites listeners to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with who they truly are.  Links & Resources  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alveena-salim-a98abb49/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/withalveena/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Beyond People Pleasing: Dr. Katherine Iscoe on Breaking Free from Guilt, Shame, and Overthinking

Chapters  00:00 – Introduction 02:24 – Authenticity vs. Approval-Seeking 07:14 – Overthinking and Mental Health 12:13 – Burnout and Journaling 20:02 – Masks, Strength, and Vulnerability 29:43 – Shame, Guilt, and Self-Forgiveness 38:14 – Recovering from Eating Disorders 44:02 – Suicidal Thoughts and Support 53:02 – Career Divorce and Major Life Changes 1:08:00 – Qualifications, Impostor Syndrome, and Confidence 1:15:01 – Final Advice Key Quotes  “It's so easy to get on a treadmill, to have the corporate job, to, you know, make the millions of dollars to get the license. But can you honestly say, when you put your head on the pillow at night, I'm proud of the life that I'm living” “Interesting book. The Five Regrets of the Dying... the top regret is, I wish I lived a life true to me, not the life others expected of me. And I think that statement is less about dying, but more about truly living. But we wait until it's too late to learn that most important lesson” About the Guest Dr. Catherine Iscoe is a motivational keynote speaker, author of The Self Respect Playbook, and a former CEO. With a doctorate and features in publications like Vogue and Cosmopolitan, she is known for her honest voice on authenticity, self-worth, and the journey from living for others’ approval to living for oneself. Her work empowers overthinkers, overdoers, and people pleasers to embrace healthy self-respect and find pride in living true to themselves. Connect with Dr. Catherine Iscoe Interested in her book, “The Self Respect Playbook,” or booking her as a speaker? Reach her at drcatherine.com [https://drcatherine.com] or email hellodrcatherine@gmail.com. About the Host Alveena is a psychology MSc student, writer, and seeker exploring the intersection of mental health, psychology, and Islamic spirituality. Her work blends academic insight with lived experience to explore identity, belonging, and healing. Through her writing and podcast, she shares personal reflections that bridge science and spirituality, encouraging honest self-inquiry and wholehearted living.  Links & Resources LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alveena-salim/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/withalveena/ [https://www.instagram.com/withalveena/]     Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Body That Keeps Showing Up: Scott Neal on Chronic Illness, Discipline, and Training for Life

Chapters  00:00 Introduction & What Scott Has Overcome  01:11 Welcome to Reflections & Realisations  02:15 Who Was Scott Neal Growing Up?  06:35 Team Sports & the Making of a Coach  09:22 Not Knowing Who You'd Become  10:59 The First Diagnosis: Chronic Fatigue Syndrome at 16  14:09 From Trouble with the Law to a Turning Point  16:03 Running, the Brain & the Path to Fitness  20:48 Moving to Costa Rica & Committing to Coaching  24:39 Why Most People Can't Stay Consistent  27:32 Identity: The Most Powerful Tool for Change  32:34 What People Don't See Behind the Physique  34:32 The Autoimmune Diagnosis That Changed Everything  40:38 Living with Ankylosing Spondylitis Day to Day  46:12 Working Out Every Day But Not Seeing Results?  51:13 Cut Through the Noise: What Actually Matters  53:10 Maximum Strength After 40: The Truth  59:06 Why Movement Is the Last Thing You Should Drop  01:03:31 The Power of Community & the Run Club  01:05:40 Why Everyone Needs Accountability  01:12:10 What Is the Hype Club?  01:15:47 Final Message: Stop Waiting for Life to Calm Down  ________________________________________  Key Quotes  "I wouldn't wish this type of pain on anyone — not even my enemies."  "If he could fight for another breath, I could fight for another mile."  "Motion equals emotion. Movement is medicine — especially when life gets hard."  ________________________________________  About the Guest  Scott Neal is a fitness coach, community builder, and co-founder of the Hype Club, with nearly a decade of experience helping people build strength, consistency, and lasting habits. Behind the credentials and the results he helps others achieve, Scott has spent over ten years managing a chronic autoimmune condition — training, coaching, and showing up every day while quietly fighting his own body. He is passionate about accountability, the power of movement for mental health, and proving that your strongest years are never behind you.  About the Host  Alveena is a psychology MSc student, writer, and seeker exploring the intersection of mental health, psychology, and Islamic spirituality. Her work blends academic insight with lived experience to explore identity, belonging, and healing. Through her writing and podcast, she shares personal reflections that bridge science and spirituality, encouraging honest self-inquiry and wholehearted living.  Links & Resources  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alveena-salim/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/withalveena/  https://www.instagram.com/thehypeclubofficial?igsh=bHM3azM5cHRrbGx1  https://www.instagram.com/coach_scottfit?igsh=MXg2eGU0eXU5bHN0MA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lessons from the Top: Katie Golding on Leadership, Resilience, and Staying True to Yourself

Time Stamps  00:00 Beginning life and career in London 10:01 Mentorship and career opportunities 15:50 Overcoming news addiction habits 18:13 Managing pandemic-related fears 21:42 Coping with work burnout 29:52 Recognizing humanity in others more 35:34 Managing injury and pre-race stress 39:46 Working with public figures 45:28 Coaching Noor to run 1k 51:05 Reflecting on drinking culture 55:44 Discussing faith as guidance 01:09:09 Reflecting on childhood fitness dreams Key Quotes  "I put my secret down to my success in my career is I still love what I do. I love what I do every single day." "Real queens fix each other's crowns." "I think women can do anything they want. They can't do everything. I think that's the—I think it is about choosing and having a sacrifice and knowing what percentage you're going to commit to each." About the Guest Katie Golding is a chief marketing and communications officer recognized as one of Forbes Middle East’s Top 10 Women in Marketing. Blending a career in boardrooms, newsrooms, and community initiatives, she is also a run coach and a dedicated mother of two. Katie is passionate about mentorship, empowering women, and using fitness as a source of clarity and balance in her life. About the Host Alveena is a psychology MSc student, writer, and seeker exploring the intersection of mental health, psychology, and Islamic spirituality. Her work blends academic insight with lived experience to explore identity, belonging, and healing. Through her writing and podcast, she shares personal reflections that bridge science and spirituality, encouraging honest self-inquiry and wholehearted living.  Links & Resources LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alveena-salim/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/withalveena/ [https://www.instagram.com/withalveena/] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiegolding/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiegolding/]   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Breaking the Mold: Mental Health, Burnout & Identity as a British Muslim Man

Did you know many men struggle in silence with burnout and mental health challenges? In this deeply personal conversation, Shahbaz Khan opens up about his journey as a British Muslim, growing up between cultures, facing racism, and navigating the pressures of career, family, and community expectations. From imposter syndrome to overcoming shame and vulnerability, Shahbaz shares what it really took to choose growth and healing, even when life felt overwhelming. Whether you’re the child of immigrants, a parent, a professional navigating bias, or someone quietly suffering under the weight of expectations, this episode is for you.  Time Stamps  00:00 – Intro & early childhood  10:00 – Returning to the UK & fitting in  20:00 – Academic life-changing moments  30:00 – Racism, belonging, and cultural challenges  50:00 – Spiritual turning points and identity  1:00:00 – Career hurdles & professional identity  1:14:00 – Burnout, therapy, healing, and self-discovery  1:36:00 – Wisdom for the next generation Key Quotes "I wanted to be anything but me – but in the end, I had to face myself." "People forget the repercussions of 9/11. The subsequent wars, the subsequent racial hatred, the subsequent Islamophobia. No one really talks about that. Because that fallout. To talk about that fallout and to address that fallout in many people's minds is to minimize 9/11 or 7/7 in the events of itself. And I think that's unfair" Thank you for listening. If something in an episode touched you, made you think, or just hit different… I’d love to hear it. Alveena [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2500183/fan_mail/new] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.