20 Ways to Stay Alive | Aproko Doctor’s Health Guide

From growing up selling pap to becoming one of Nigeria's top creators and the first to carve out a niche quite like his, Aproko Doctor has redefined how millions learn about health. In this episode of Echo Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Chinonso Egemba popularly known as Aproko Doctor, a medical doctor, health communicator and one of Africa's most influential voices in health education. We talked about his journey, his background, the realities of building a career in health communication, and answered some of the health questions people ask every day while uncovering a few surprising truths. Here's some of what you'll learn in this episode: • Why your genes and your lifestyle can influence your chances of living a healthy life. • The realities and risk factors behind hypertension. • The truth about detox teas. • Common misconceptions about medicines and the health questions people ask every day. • The truth about whether deodorants and microwaves can cause cancer. ⁠ If you've ever been curious about how to live healthier, understand your health risks better, or separate health facts from myths, this episode is for you. 🔔Subscribe to @the_olushola for more topical conversations. 🎧Listen on Spotify @olusholaolaleye: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5T5s... Follow @theechopod on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theechopod?... A special thank you to our sponsors and partners for working with us to make this conversation possible: Hareem Istanbul: https://hareemistanbulng.com Bujeti: https://dashboard.bujeti.com/register... Nevon Media:    / @nevonhq   Mimshack: https://meconsult.net/ Timestamps: 00:00 — Intro 02:37 — How the name “Aproko Doctor” came about 06:28 — From pap seller to doctor: Dr Chinonso Egemba's journey 19:30 — A deeper look into the influence of Aproko Doctor's life 29:50 — Growing up: stories from Aproko Doctor’s childhood 37:00 — The importance of wellness: What influences your health more, genetics or lifestyle? 40:59 — The relationship between kidney disease and hypertension 42:52 — Understanding hypertension and diabetes 50:27 — The effects of unregulated herbal medication and NSAIDs on the body 52:44 — The misconception about heart disease and what it really is 54:37 — Types of hypertension and their risk factors 56:18 — How excessive salt intake can contribute to hypertension 1:02:06 – Can Using a Microwave Cause Cancer 1:03:00 – What Types of Radiation Actually Cause Cancer 1:06:39 – Can Deodorant Cause Cancer? The Truth About Deodorants 1:08:33 – 2 Things You Can Do to Live Longer 1:09:15 – How Many Hours of Sleep Do You Really Need 1:20:08 – Is Eating Before Bed Really Bad for You 1:24:19 – What Actually Makes People Gain Weight 1:30:00 – Can Drinking Cold Water Affect Your Digestion 1:31:20 – Are Detox Teas Actually Good for You 1:39:18 – Does Eating Red Meat Increase Your Risk of Colon Cancer 1:44:20 – What Really Causes Ulcers 1:51:12 – Does Chiropractic Care Actually Work 2:05:13 – Is Fertility Also a Men’s Issue 2:12:43 – Can Drinking More Water Prevent Kidney Stones 2:23:06 – Outro