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Doctor shares simple trick to help you improve your health in 2026

One thing we should all be doing every single day to boost health in 2026
  • Dr Amir Khan appeared on Lorraine on 5 January 2026 to share a simple health trick.
  • The doctor highlighted the importance of mastering balance to prevent potentially dangerous falls, especially as people age.
  • He recommended standing on one leg for the first minute while brushing teeth.
  • This should be followed by switching to the other leg for the second minute of teeth brushing.
  • Dr Khan explained that this practice helps to train balance and assists with recovery training.
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