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Dr Amir Khan reveals the one food that helps you live longer, it ‘adds years to life’
Dr Amir Khan highlights legumes as the top food to extend lifespan, citing studies showing a 10-15% lower all-cause mortality risk among high consumers, supported by the British Heart Foundation.
- On November 11, 2025, Dr Amir Khan, the media doctor, told listeners on the No Appointment Necessary podcast that legumes are his top longevity food, saying they 'really add years to life and health.'
- Khan pointed to nutrition, noting legumes are nutrient dense with protein, plant protein and fibre, and research studies comparing legume consumption show a 10 to 15% higher all-cause mortality for lowest consumers.
- Khan specified foods, saying beans, lentils and chickpeas mix protein and fibre to slow digestion, increase fullness and support gut health.
- Eating pulses can reduce risk, with the article linking pulse consumption to lower risks of heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes and bowel cancer, and the British Heart Foundation noting one portion supplies about a third of daily fibre.
- Published through a USA Today partnership, the item ran in The Herald with a disclaimer, while Dr Amir Khan's NHS affiliation and ITV appearances broaden the message's reach.
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Dr Amir Khan reveals the one food that helps you live longer, it ‘adds years to life’
Dr Amir Khan said that people need to eat more legumes because they are packed with healthy nutrients.
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