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Hosted by Dr. Mohi Sarawgee, a GP, MOHIvate is your doctor’s dose of heart and science — with just a touch of humour — because health and feeling good shouldn’t feel complicated. Each episode breaks down medicine and everyday science in a simple, thoughtful way, serving as a reminder that real health can still feel human. I hope you enjoy listening, learning, and carrying a little feel-good factor with you. Thank you for tuning in!
Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is for educational and inspirational purposes only. It is not intended to be, and should not be taken as, personal medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the guidance of your own doctor or another qualified healthcare provider with any questions about your health, and never ignore or delay professional medical advice because of something you’ve heard here. The views expressed are my own and do not represent the views of any organizations or institutions I’m affiliated with.
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11. Understanding Longevity: Healthspan, Hope & the Hype | What Really Matters for a Life Well Lived
In this episode of MOHIvate, Dr. Mohi Sarawgee explores what longevity really means in 2025 - beyond buzzwords, biohacking trends, and the pressure to optimise every corner of your life.
With a mix of science, history, and honest observation, she unpacks why humans have always chased longer life, how modern longevity culture took over Instagram and Silicon Valley, and what the evidence actually tells us about ageing today.
You’ll hear about the big voices shaping the field, the ethics we rarely discuss, the hopes, the hype and the parts that genuinely matter for a life well lived.
You’ll learn:
• what ageing actually is (in simple, human language)
• why the longevity world swings between real science and shiny marketing
• how to think about early screening, biomarkers, supplements, and “optimisation”
• why lifestyle remains the strongest longevity tool we have
• how inequality, not genes, still predicts ageing the most
• the habits that meaningfully shape healthspan (and feel doable in daily life)
This episode is a grounded, science-informed reminder that real longevity is about feeling well, functioning well, and living meaningfully in the years you already have.
If you’ve ever felt pressure to join the longevity race, questioned whether you’re “doing enough,” or wondered how to make sense of the promises, products, and protocols ; this conversation will help you feel clearer, calmer, and more empowered.
References:
1. Healthy lifestyle in older adults and mortality risk
Wang J., et al. The Lancet Healthy Longevity, 2023.
Link: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanhl/article/PIIS2666-7568(23)00140-X/fulltext
2. Joint associations of physical activity and sleep duration with cognitive ageing in older adults
Bloomberg M., et al. The Lancet Healthy Longevity, 2023.
Link: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanhl/article/PIIS2666-7568(23)00083-1/fulltext
3. Single-domain and multidomain lifestyle interventions for preventing cognitive decline
Mendes A.J., et al. The Lancet Healthy Longevity, 2025.
Link: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/395928803_Single-domain_and_multidomain_lifestyle_interventions_for_the_prevention_of_cognitive_decline_in_older_adults_who_are_cognitively_unimpaired_a_systematic_review_and_network_meta-analysis
4. Books:
- Outlive: The Science & Art of Longevity — Peter Attia, MD
- Why We Die: The New Science of Ageing and the Quest for Immortality — Venki Ramakrishnan
- Why We Sleep: Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams — Matthew Walker, PhD
- Lifespan: Why We Age — and Why We Don’t Have To — David Sinclair, PhD
- The Blue Zones: Lessons for Living Longer From the People Who’ve Lived the Longest — Dan Buettner
- The Telomere Effect: A Revolutionary Approach to Living Younger, Healthier, Longer
Just a gentle reminder: this episode is for information, education, and inspiration only. It’s not a substitute for your doctor’s advice. For any personal health concerns, always seek guidance from your doctor.