How Your Gut Affects Your Mood, Weight & Immune System
From No Appointment Necessary by No Appointment Necessary
May 25, 2026 · 42 min
About this episode
The episode explores the impact of gut health on mood, weight, and the immune system with insights from Dr Amir Khan and Cherry Healey.
What does “good gut health” actually mean, and could your gut be affecting everything from your mood to your immune system? Dr Amir Khan and Cherry Healey look at gut health, including IBS, bloating, digestion, antibiotics, menopause, probiotics, fibre and the microbiome. They discuss why the gut is often called the “second brain”, the connection between stress and digestion, how antibiotics can affect your gut bacteria, and the everyday habits that can genuinely improve your health. Plus, what your poo can tell you about your body, when bloating becomes a red flag, how hormones affect digestion, and whether gut supplements are actually worth it. 💬 Got a question? Email: noappointmentpodcast@gmail.com We've partnered with Randox Health. Take their Everyman and Everywoman health check at https://randoxhealth.com just use the code NAN15 to save 15% off their health checks. Results will arrive in just 2 hours from 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…
People in this episode
Guests: Dr Amir Khan, Cherry Healey
Topics covered
- gut health
- mood
- immune system
- digestion
- probiotics
- hormones
Keywords
- gut health
- IBS
- bloating
- antibiotics
- microbiome
- probiotics
- digestion
- hormones
Sponsors
Randox Health
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: No Appointment Necessary, James Carpenter, Jo Scarratt-Jones
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