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Real Health with Karl Henry

Real Health with Karl Henry

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One of the nation’s favourite health and wellness experts, Karl Henry brings an insightful weekly podcast to cut through the nonsense about health Dos and Don’ts. Every week Karl is joined by experts for valuable conversations on all things physical and mental health as well as and lifestyle tips to...

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The Fibre episode with dietitian Lorraine Cooney

The Fibre episode with dietitian Lorraine Cooney

Lorraine Cooney, gut health and IBS dietitian at Blackrock Health and author, joins Karl Henry on this week’s episode of the Real Health podcast.

2026-01-15 03:05:00 1301
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‘I kept thinking it was a trapped nerve’ Annmarie O’Connor on her Parkinson’s diagnosis

‘I kept thinking it was a trapped nerve’ Annmarie O’Connor on her Parkinson’s diagnosis

Annmarie O’Connor, author, fashion editor and Parkinson’s advocate, joins Karl Henry to discuss her memoir Twitch: My life with Parkinson’s on this we...

2026-01-08 03:05:00 1648
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January Reset: How to transform your work with Navigation Coach Tara Rafter

January Reset: How to transform your work with Navigation Coach Tara Rafter

In this episode from the vault, Karl Henry discusses all things life satisfaction in our January Reset series. Tara Rafter, AKA The Navigation Coach a...

2026-01-07 03:05:00 1874
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January Reset: How to silence your inner critic with Gerry Hussey

January Reset: How to silence your inner critic with Gerry Hussey

In this episode from the vault, Karl Henry discusses all things self-talk in our January Reset series. Gerry Hussey, performance coach and best-sellin...

2026-01-06 03:05:00 1475
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January Reset: How to save with financial planner Leah McMahon

January Reset: How to save with financial planner Leah McMahon

In this episode from the vault, Karl Henry discusses all things finances in our January Reset series. Financial planner from Castle Capital Limited, L...

2026-01-05 03:05:00 1635
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January Reset: How to give First Aid with registered nurse Sarah Kearns

January Reset: How to give First Aid with registered nurse Sarah Kearns

In this episode from the vault, Karl Henry discusses all things first aid in our January Reset series. Sarah Kearns, registered nurse and First Aid in...

2026-01-04 03:05:00 1558
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January Reset: How to reverse weight gain with Professor Donal O'Shea

January Reset: How to reverse weight gain with Professor Donal O'Shea

In this episode from the vault, Karl Henry discusses all things nutrition and exercise in our January Reset series. Professor Donal O’Shea, HSE Lead f...

2026-01-03 03:05:00 2056
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January Reset: How to combat back pain with Physio Jenny Branigan

January Reset: How to combat back pain with Physio Jenny Branigan

In this episode from the vault, Karl Henry discusses all things posture and back pain in our January Reset series. Jenny Branigan, chartered Physio an...

2026-01-02 03:05:00 1276
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January Reset: How to get to sleep with Dr Máire Finn

January Reset: How to get to sleep with Dr Máire Finn

In this episode from the vault, Karl Henry discusses all things sleep in our January Reset series. Dr Máire Finn, GP with Centric Health in Ennis and...

2026-01-01 03:05:00 1429
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How to react to a burn with Plastic Surgeon Professor Odhran Shelley

How to react to a burn with Plastic Surgeon Professor Odhran Shelley

Professor Odhran Shelley, Consultant Plastic Surgeon at St James’s Hospital, Reconstructive & Burns Surgeon and Clinical Professor of Surgery at Trini...

2025-12-25 03:05:00 1674
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‘Just because your brain says it, doesn’t mean it's true’ Stress Expert Psychologist Dr Niamh Clarke

‘Just because your brain says it, doesn’t mean it's true’ Stress Expert Psychologist Dr Niamh Clarke

Dr Niamh Clarke, principal Psychology Manager with the HSE and presenter of the new HSE Balancing Stress program, joins Karl Henry on this week’s epis...

2025-12-18 03:05:00 1657
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The sleep science episode with Professor Andrew Coogan

The sleep science episode with Professor Andrew Coogan

Professor Andrew Coogan is one of Ireland’s leading experts in sleep science, joins Karl Henry on this week’s episode of The Real Health podcast.

2025-12-11 03:05:00 1592
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The Tooth health episode with Ireland’s Tooth Fairy Dr Bronagh Keane

The Tooth health episode with Ireland’s Tooth Fairy Dr Bronagh Keane

Dr Bronagh Keane, known as Ireland’s Tooth Fairy, is a leading cosmetic and preventative dentist, joins Karl Henry on this week’s episode of the Real...

2025-12-04 03:05:00 1802
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The Heart Health episode with Cardiologist Professor Robert Byrne

The Heart Health episode with Cardiologist Professor Robert Byrne

Professor Robert Byrne is director of cardiology at the Mater Private Network, Professor of Cardiovascular Research at RCSI and one of Ireland’s leadi...

2025-11-27 03:05:00 1872
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My parents (80s) started weights in January and the results are transformational’ - Ageing expert Clare Johnston

My parents (80s) started weights in January and the results are transformational’ - Ageing expert Clare Johnston

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See omnystudio.com/list...

2025-11-20 04:05:00 1212
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Karl’s Q&A – ‘Should I work out in the morning or the evening?’

Karl’s Q&A – ‘Should I work out in the morning or the evening?’

Producer, JJ Clarke, joins me on this week’s episode of The Real Health podcast.
We’d love to get your thoughts on your overall listening experi...

2025-11-13 04:05:00 1383
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'I ask people why they are doing a job they hate’ Navigation Coach Tara Rafter

'I ask people why they are doing a job they hate’ Navigation Coach Tara Rafter

Tara Rafter, AKA The Navigation Coach and award-winning master practitioner of Neuro Linguistic Programming, joins Karl Henry this week on the Real He...

2025-11-06 04:05:00 1858
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‘I’ve never had a man contact me’ professional organiser Ann Teehan

‘I’ve never had a man contact me’ professional organiser Ann Teehan

Ann Teehan, professional organiser and founder of Neatly.ie joins Karl Henry on this week’s episode of The Real Health podcast.
We’d love to get...

2025-10-30 04:05:00 1170
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Work out well in 20 minutes with PT Georgy Dillon

Work out well in 20 minutes with PT Georgy Dillon

Georgy Dillon, women’s fitness expert and personal trainer, joins Karl Henry on this week’s episode of The Real Health podcast.
We’d love to get...

2025-10-23 03:05:00 1715
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Why kitchen clutter is affecting your diet

Why kitchen clutter is affecting your diet

Nutritionist Rhiannon Lambert, Sunday and Irish Times bestseller, and author of The Unprocessed Plate joins Karl Henry on this week’s episode of the R...

2025-10-16 12:04:00 1541
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‘Soda bread made in your kitchen is an ultra-processed food’ Sarah Keogh RD

‘Soda bread made in your kitchen is an ultra-processed food’ Sarah Keogh RD

Sarah Keogh, registered dietitian and founder of Eat Well, joins Karl Henry on this week’s episode of the Real Health podcast.
We’d love to get...

2025-10-09 05:05:00 1823
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The five steps to better sleep with Dr Máire Finn

The five steps to better sleep with Dr Máire Finn

What are the ingredients for good sleep? How much do we need? And how do we avoid bad sleep habits? 
Dr Máire Finn, GP with Centric Health in En...

2025-10-02 05:05:00 1439
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‘Is Type 2 diabetes reversible?’ - Dr Seán Maher

‘Is Type 2 diabetes reversible?’ - Dr Seán Maher

Dr Seán Maher, specialist registrar in endocrinology and diabetes, joins Karl Henry on this week’s episode of The Real Health podcast.
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2025-09-25 05:05:00 1459
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‘I started running during COVID and lost 4 stone’ - Alan O’Reilly AKA Carlow weather on his fitness journey

‘I started running during COVID and lost 4 stone’ - Alan O’Reilly AKA Carlow weather on his fitness journey

Do people exercise more in winter or summer? How does weather affect mood? And why do we have such variable weather in Ireland?
Alan O’Reilly, C...

2025-09-17 20:05:00 1295
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‘Yesterday’s the best time to start weights’ - Physio advice for over 40s

‘Yesterday’s the best time to start weights’ - Physio advice for over 40s

Mike Murphy, head physiotherapist at Rapid and founder of the Master’s Program Ireland, joins Karl Henry on this week’s episode of The Real Health pod...

2025-09-10 18:05:00 1294
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‘I saved a man having a heart attack. After he said you need to show people what to do’

‘I saved a man having a heart attack. After he said you need to show people what to do’

Sarah Kearns, registered nurse and First Aid instructor, joins Karl Henry on this week’s episode of The Real Health podcast.
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We’d love t...

2025-09-03 18:05:00 1568
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Your morning checklist and the hidden importance of making your bed

Your morning checklist and the hidden importance of making your bed

Dr Dale Whelehan, behavioural scientist and lecturer at UCD’s Smurfit Business School, joins Karl Henry on this week’s episode of The Real Health podc...

2025-08-27 18:05:00 1351
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‘Coffee reduces how hard a workout feels’ - registered dietitian Aoife Quinn

‘Coffee reduces how hard a workout feels’ - registered dietitian Aoife Quinn

Aoife Quinn, registered dietitian, joins Karl Henry on this week’s episode of the Real Health podcast.
We’d love to get your thoughts on your ov...

2025-08-20 18:05:00 1582
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How to reverse weight gain in your 40s and 50s with Professor Donal O’Shea

How to reverse weight gain in your 40s and 50s with Professor Donal O’Shea

Professor Donal O’Shea, HSE Lead for Obesity, joins Karl Henry on this week’s episode of The Real Health podcast.
We’d love to get your thoughts...

2025-08-13 18:05:00 2071
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Gut healthy food with the Tummy Fairy

Gut healthy food with the Tummy Fairy

Ciara Turley, Nutrition and Health coach AKA The Tummy Fairy joins Karl Henry on this week’s episode of The Real Health podcast. Title
Gut healt...

2025-08-06 18:05:00 1389
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The addiction episode with Professor Colin O’Gara

The addiction episode with Professor Colin O’Gara

Professor Colin O’Gara, Head of Addiction at St. John of God’s Hospital and Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at UCD, joins Karl Henry on the Real Heal...

2025-07-30 18:05:00 1714
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How to cook family friendly food with Little Lou Cooks

How to cook family friendly food with Little Lou Cooks

How do you make less processed and family friendly food without spending too cooking? What are some chef’s tips? And how do you make healthy meals tas...

2025-07-23 18:05:00 1301
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A neuroscientist’s guide to caring for someone with dementia

A neuroscientist’s guide to caring for someone with dementia

Sabina Brennan, neuroscientist, psychologist and author of Still Me: A neuroscientist’s guide to caring for someone with dementia, joins Karl Henry on...

2025-07-16 18:05:00 1573
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What to expect when taking Ozempic?

What to expect when taking Ozempic?

John Kane, who used the weight loss drug liraglutide better known as Ozempic or Wegovy to go from 19 stone to just under 14 stone, joins Karl Henry on...

2025-07-09 18:05:00 1553
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Transforming your mental health with hiking

Transforming your mental health with hiking

Mairead Furlong and Fergal McLoughlin, psychologists, married couple and authors of The 50 best family hikes in Ireland, join Karl Henry on this week’...

2025-07-02 18:05:00 1448
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Karl’s Q&A – Intermittent fasting, intimidated by the gym and how to help a friend get fit

Karl’s Q&A – Intermittent fasting, intimidated by the gym and how to help a friend get fit

Producer, JJ Clarke, joins Karl Henry on this week’s bonus episode of The Real Health podcast where Karl answers the most common listener questions on...

2025-06-29 18:05:00 1436
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Five ways to age healthier with Karl Henry

Five ways to age healthier with Karl Henry

Producer, JJ Clarke, joins Karl Henry on this week’s episode of The Real Health podcast to discuss the five ways to age healthier.
See omnystud...

2025-06-25 18:05:00 1590
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Weight loss drugs, obsessive eating and Protein requirements with Sophie Pratt RD

Weight loss drugs, obsessive eating and Protein requirements with Sophie Pratt RD

Sophie Pratt, registered dietitian, joins Karl Henry on this week’s episode of the Real Health podcast.
We’d love to get your thoughts on your o...

2025-06-18 18:05:00 1592
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Busting online myths about women’s fitness with Dr Lauren Colenso-Semple

Busting online myths about women’s fitness with Dr Lauren Colenso-Semple

Dr Lauren Colenso-Semple, muscle physiology researcher specialising in ovarian hormones and exercise induced adaptations, joins Karl Henry on this wee...

2025-06-11 18:05:00 1430
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Karl’s Q&A: ‘My boyfriend is weighing all his food ~ what should I do?’

Karl’s Q&A: ‘My boyfriend is weighing all his food ~ what should I do?’

JJ Clarke, producer, joins the Real Health podcast this week with Karl Henry for another round of listener questions.
We’d love to get your thou...

2025-06-08 18:05:00 1343
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