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Real Health with Karl Henry

Irish Independentwww.independent.ie
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 make health easy and accessible.
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Episodes

Revisited: The phone addiction episode with psychotherapist Hilda Burke

On this week’s episode of Real Health, we are looking at phone usage and when it can start to have a negative impact on our lives. With daily tasks and communication more dependent on smart devices than ever, how can you recognise when normal usage has tipped into dangerous territory? To discuss this, I am joined by psychotherapist and author of the Phone Addiction Workbook, Hilda Burke. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 24, 202413 min

Wild swimming in Ireland with Channel swimmer Maureen McCoy

On the Real Health Podcast this week, Karl Henry is joined by author of ‘The Complete Book of Wild Swimming in Ireland,’ swimming coach, sports therapist and competitive long-distance swimmer, Maureen McCoy. Head to www.mypodcastfeedback.com , pop in code HEALTH and fill out the short survey to be in with the chance of winning a €500 OneforAll voucher. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Jul 11, 202425 min

What to do when things go ‘tits up’ with breast cancer survivor Dearbhaile O’Hare

This week on the Real Health podcast, Karl Henry is joined by author of ‘Things went tits up!’ and breast cancer survivor, Dearbhaile O’Hare. Head to www.mypodcastfeedback.com , pop in code HEALTH and fill out the short survey to be in with the chance of winning a €500 OneforAll voucher. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 17, 202423 min

Summer Tips for getting and staying in shape

On this week’s episode of the Real Health podcast, Karl Henry runs through his top tips for getting and staying in shape for the summer months. Head to www.mypodcastfeedback.com , pop in code HEALTH and fill out the short survey to be in with the chance of winning a €500 OneforAll voucher. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 10, 202420 min

The influence of Jane Fonda on Irish gym culture with Dr Conor Heffernan

On the Real Health podcast this week Karl is joined by Trichologist and founder of Trua and Remi, Claire Fullam. Head to www.mypodcastfeedback.com , pop in code HEALTH and fill out the short survey to be in with the chance of winning a €500 OneforAll voucher. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 27, 202423 min

What to do when you experience hair loss with Trichologist Claire Fullam

On the Real Health podcast this week Karl is joined by Trichologist and founder of Trua and Remi, Claire Fullam. Head to www.mypodcastfeedback.com , pop in code HEALTH and fill out the short survey to be in with the chance of winning a €500 OneforAll voucher. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 20, 202423 min

A guide to a disease-free and healthy heart with Cardiologist, Dr Paddy Barrett

On the Real Health podcast this week, Karl Henry is joined by the author of the new book ‘Heart: An Owner’s Guide’, consultant cardiologist based in Black Rock Clinic, Dr. Paddy Barrett. Head to www.mypodcastfeedback.com , pop in code HEALTH and fill out the short survey to be in with the chance of winning a €500 OneforAll voucher. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

May 13, 202425 min

What to do when things don’t go your way with Buddhist teacher Haemin Sunim

On the Real Health podcast this week, Karl Henry is joined by Zen Buddhist teacher, author of ‘The Things That You See Only When You Slow Down, international bestseller, Haemen Sunim, who has written a new book titled ‘When Things Don't Go Your Way.’ Head to www.mypodcastfeedback.com , pop in code HEALTH and fill out the short survey to be in with the chance of winning a €500 OneforAll voucher. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

May 06, 202424 min

Navigating the thoughts, fears and emotions that come with a cancer diagnosis with Psychiatrist Professor Anne-Marie O’Dwyer

On the Real Health podcast this week, Karl Henry is joined by the author of a new book titled ‘The Cancer Guide,’ clinical professor at Trinity College Dublin and psychiatrist, Professor Anne-Marie O’Dwyer. Head to www.mypodcastfeedback.com , pop in code HEALTH and fill out the short survey to be in with the chance of winning a €500 OneforAll voucher. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Apr 29, 202426 min

Dr Eva Orsmond on the fight against obesity in Ireland

This week on the Real Health podcast Karl Henry is joined by Dr Eva Orsmond MD, MPH, and Specialist in Obesity at Dr Eva’s Clinics. Head to www.mypodcastfeedback.com , pop in code HEALTH and fill out the short survey to be in with the chance of winning a €500 OneforAll voucher. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 22, 202426 min

The Sleep-well formula with clinical hypnotherapist Fiona Brennan

On the Real Health podcast this week, Karl is joined by founder of The Positive Habit, bestselling author of ‘Sleep Well: 8 Habits to help you fall asleep, stay asleep and wake up refreshed,’ clinical hypnotherapist, Fiona Brennan. Head to www.mypodcastfeedback.com , pop in code HEALTH and fill out the short survey to be in with the chance of winning a €500 OneforAll voucher. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Apr 15, 202423 min

De-stressing through movement with Yoga teacher Maura Rath

On the Real Health podcast today, Karl is joined by Yoga with Maura founder, Maura Rath. Head to www.mypodcastfeedback.com , pop in code HEALTH and fill out the short survey to be in with the chance of winning a €500 OneforAll voucher. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 08, 202421 min

The power of our thoughts with the Wholefood Hero Edel Owens

This week on the Real Health podcast Karl was joined by qualified nutritional health coach, Edel Owens also known as the Wholefood Hero. For more from the Wholefood Hero, check out Edel’s website at www.thewholefoodhero.com . Head to www.mypodcastfeedback.com , pop in code HEALTH and fill out the short survey to be in with the chance of winning a €500 OneforAll voucher. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Apr 01, 202422 min

From the vault :James Clear on creating habits suit better

How do we create a habit? Why are bad habits so catchy? And how do we make it easier to stick with good ones? In this bonus episode, we look back at Karl’s conversation with American author of Atomic Habits, James Clear. Head to www.mypodcastfeedback.com , pop in code HEALTH and fill out the short survey to be in with the chance of winning a €500 OneforAll voucher. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Mar 27, 202411 min

The dos and don’ts of white teeth with Ireland’s Tooth Fairy Dr Bronagh Keane

Should you use mouthwash? Is water flossing a fad? And which foods stain our teeth? Karl is joined on the Real Health podcast this week by dentist, Dr Bronagh Keane, AKA Ireland’s Tooth Fairy. Head to www.mypodcastfeedback.com , pop in code HEALTH and fill out the short survey to be in with the chance of winning a €500 OneforAll voucher. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Mar 25, 202423 min

How to eat and still lose weight with bariatric surgeon Dr Andrew Jenkinson

On today’s episode of the Real Health podcast, Karl Henry speaks to weight loss expert and bariatric surgeon, Dr Andrew Jenkinson, on his new book ‘How to eat (and still lose weight): a science-backed guide to nutrition and health. Head to www.mypodcastfeedback.com , pop in code HEALTH and fill out the short survey to be in with the chance of winning a €500 OneforAll voucher. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Mar 18, 202425 min

The importance of having a game plan with Anna Geary

On the Real Health podcast this week, Karl is joined by broadcaster, author and All-Ireland camogie winner Anna Geary to discuss her new book ‘Anna’s Game Plan.’ Head to www.mypodcastfeedback.com, pop in code HEALTH and fill out the short survey to be in with the chance of winning a €500 OneforAll voucher. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 11, 202419 min

Money, mortgages and financial fitness with Eoin McGee

Are you sick of penny pinching till payday? Does securing a mortgage feel like a personal Everest? And where do you start if you want to begin saving? On the Real Health podcast this week, Karl chats to Eoin McGee, financial planner and presenter of the tv show, “the complaints bureau,” which premieres on RTÉ One this Thursday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 04, 202425 min

The mental health benefits of deep-breathing and cold-water therapy

On this week’s episode of the Real Health podcast, Karl Henry talks to Greg Xavier, a licensed Wim Hof-method instructor, on the mental health benefits of deep-breathing and cold-water therapy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 12, 202423 min

Understanding why we age with Regius Professor Rose Anne Kenny

What is ageing? How do we slow it down? And what is the difference between chronological age and biological age? Karl is joined on the Real Health podcast this week by Head of the ageing research program at Trinity College, Regius Professor Rose Anne Kenny, to discuss the latest research in ageing and how science can slow the process? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 05, 202424 min

The scientific solutions to burnout with Professor Corey Keyes

What is Languishing? Why are so many people suffering from burnout? And what are the ways to feel alive in a world that wears us down? Karl is joined on the Real Health podcast this week by Professor Corey Keyes, to discuss his new book ‘Languishing: How to Feel Alive Again in a World That Wears Us Down’. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 29, 202426 min

The six-pack diet – Scott Harrison on toning up without starving

What are the misconceptions about weight loss? What works? And why severe calorie restriction does not work? On the Real Health podcast this week, Karl chats to the author of ‘Eat Your Way to a Six Pack: The Ultimate 75 Day Transformation Plan,’ Scott Harrison, on eating your way to fitness. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 22, 202415 min
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