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Real Health Podcast

Karl Henry will cut through the nonsense about healthy living and tell you what you need to be doing to live healthier and happier every day. In association with Laya Healthcare.

Real Health Podcast can be found on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts and Soundcloud.

March 2023

Real Health Podcast: Mood changes to weight gain — managing the Menopause with Dr Deirdre Lundy

Real Health Podcast: Psychologist Kimberley Wilson on the importance of brain nutrition

Friend of the podcast, Kimberley Wilson, a British psychologist - and yes, Great British Bake Off finalist - is back chatting with Karl about her new book.

February 2023

Real Health Podcast: I am enough - Dr Eddie Murphy on self confidence and accepting ourselves

As Karl gears up for the 'Operation Transformation' 5K, the show's resident psychologist, Dr Eddie Murphy, returns for another fascinating discussion, this time around how we perceive ourselves and indeed, like ourselves. 

Real Health Podcast: From 5k to Ultra Marathon: Karl's tips for all running distances

Running has never been as popular as it is now. People are hitting the pavements and park runs, keeping fit and keeping their hearts healthy.

Real Health Podcast: Why awe is one of the most important emotions with Dacher Keltner

If you were asked what the most important emotion is, what would you say? Happiness? Love? Empathy?

TV presenter Dáithí Ó Sé. Photo: Ray Ryan

The Real Health Podcast: 'I'm still on the way up' - life lessons with Dáithí Ó Sé

Dáithí Ó Sé has been on Irish TV screens for over two decades, and while his career has been varied to say the least, Dáithí says he hasn’t reached the peak yet.

January 2023

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The Real Health Podcast: from screenings to symptoms - what to know about cervical cancer with Dr Sarah Fitzgibbon

Every year in Ireland, approximately 300 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer. While it is not the most common form, it is a cancer that is not only preventable but curable once caught early.

Real Health Podcast: Karl's Top Ten Health Don'ts for 2023

There are loads of positive changes people try to embrace this time of year. It can be overwhelming trying to navigate all these new habits and we put ourselves under a huge amount of pressure to do it all, and at once.

Real Health Podcast: The best ways to achieve a work life balance

We know the usual new year's resolutions that people make. This year though, instead of tackling things in your personal life, you look at your work life and how you can improve it so that everything else can thrive?

Real Health Podcast: How to maximise your home workouts with John Belton

January is the month where many people start hitting the gym as part of their new year's resolutions. Life can get busy though, so finding time to get to the gym can be difficult.

December 2022

Real Health Podcast: Reaching your full potential in 2023

As we come to the end of 2022 and the new year is fast approaching, many people will look to 2023 as an opportunity to wipe the slate clean and leave behind bad habits, in favour of new ones.

The Real Health Podcast: Life Lessons with Sonya Lennon

Sonya Lennon is a woman who wears many hats. Mother of twins, broadcaster, stylist, fashion designer and an entrepreneur, she’s done it all.

Real Health Podcast: Karl Henry’s simple health swaps to transform your health and wellness

Health and wellness can be overwhelming. There is a lot of information out that and it can be easy to get bogged down in all the different types of advice that takes up a lot of time and even more motivation to maintain.

Real Health Podcast: ADHD as an adult – Diagnosis and living with the symptoms with Keith Walsh

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder or ADHD is becoming more understood and recognisable. While many of us hear about it when it is diagnosed in a child, it is not uncommon for adults to also receive the diagnosis.

The Real Health Podcast: Christmas Gift Guide with Derval O’Rourke

Now that December has arrived, many of you will be in full gift-buying mode. This week on Real Health, we’re bringing you our festive gift guide.

November 2022

Real Health podcast: Growing your own food with GIY's Michael Kelly

Being mindful about what we eat brings lots of health benefits and knowing where our food comes from is a big part of that. But have you ever considered growing your own food?

Real Health Podcast - Food and mood: How what we eat can help how we feel

The days are getting shorter and the weather getting worse, and those things alone can impact our mood.

The Real Health Podcast: Top Tips for saving on your energy bills

There seems to be no escaping the news about the cost-of-living crisis.

The Real Health Podcast: How to up your food game with Daniel Davey

Exercise is an important part of a healthy lifestyle but getting our diets in the right shape is also crucial.

October 2022

Real Health Podcast: How to prevent and recognise a stroke

It may surprise you, but strokes are one of the leading causes of disability worldwide. They are also very common in Ireland, with one in five people having suffering from a stroke at some time in their life. While most are over 65, they can strike at any age including young people and children.

GP and TV host Dr Phil Kieran pictured in Cork city. Photo: Daragh Mc Sweeney/Provision

The Real Health Podcast: How to live longer with Dr Phil Kieran

What would you do if you were told your life expectancy? Would it scare you? Or would it motivate you to make changes to improve it?

Real Health Podcast: How to make walking your ultimate health and wellness workout

It might be considered the most basic form of exercise, but walking can be the ultimate workout. This week I’m bringing you my top tips on how to take walking to the next level. For years, I’ve been talking about how beneficial walking can be. It's easy to do, gentle on the joints and when done properly can deliver fantastic fitness results.

Real Health Podcast: Why muscle is crucial to helping you live longer and better with Dr Brendan Egan

Getting older comes with plenty of health concerns and things we need to be aware of. But how conscious are we about our muscles as we age? Is it a big deal if we lose some muscle mass?

September 2022

The Real Health Podcast: Karl’s Four Pillars of Lifelong Wellness

This week on Real Health, it’s episode two from the National Ploughing Championships 2022. I’m bringing you my four pillars for lifelong wellness. From sleep to measuring progress with health, I’m telling you what you need to know.

The Real Health Podcast: Life Lessons with Mairead McGuinness

This week on Real Health, I’m coming to you live from the Irish Independent tent at this year's National Ploughing Championships in Co. Laois.

Real Health Podcast: The importance of living life to the fullest with John Wall

We all want to live our best lives, get as much out of our time as possible. That, however, can be easier said than done.

Real Health Podcast: How to keep your heart healthy and why it's so important with Dr Paddy Barrett

September is heart month, so this week on Real Health we decided to take a look at the things you need to do to keep your heart healthy and protect against heart disease, from exercise to lifestyle changes. Joining me on the podcast, is preventative cardiologist at the Blackrock Clinic, Dr Paddy Barrett.

Real Health Podcast: Karl’s top tips on how to reset and embrace healthy habits

It’s September, which means back to school and a return to our routines. It’s the perfect time to embrace those healthier habits you’ve wanted to have, by making them a part of your day now that summer is behind us.

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