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Real Health with Karl Henry

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Mental Health
Nutrition
Exercise
Gut Health
Sleep
Heart Health
Weight Loss
Stress Management
Weight Training
Cardiovascular Disease
Anxiety
Social Media
Obesity
Ireland
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Healthy Eating
Health and Wellness
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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 make health easy and accessible.

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This week on The Real Health podcast, Karl Henry is joined by producer JJ Clarke to answer listener questions on sleep, weight loss and evening overeating. They discuss why becoming too focused on sleep tracker scores can actually make sleep harder, ... more

We check our phones dozens, even hundreds, of times a day, often without realising how much they interrupt our attention.

This week on The Real Health podcast, Professor Brendan Kelly, professor of psychiatry at Trinity College Dublin, explains why... more

When someone is diagnosed with cancer, food can become a source of confusion, with endless advice online about what to eat and what to avoid.

This week on The Real Health podcast, oncology nurse and nutritional therapist Marilla Healy explains how ... more

Millions of us now use smartwatches to track our sleep, heart rate, fitness and recovery, but how accurate is all that information? This week on The Real Health podcast, Dr Joe Warne from Technological University Dublin explains which measurements we... more

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Recent Guests

Brendan Kelly
Professor of Psychiatry at Trinity College Dublin
Trinity College Dublin
Episode: Why your phone is so hard to put down
Marilla Healy
Oncology nurse and nutritional therapist
Marilla Healy Nutrition
Episode: The food that fuels your cancer journey
Dr. Joe Warne
Lecturer in Technological University Dublin, sports science researcher and coach
Technological University Dublin
Episode: Can you trust your smartwatch?
Clare Bourne
Pelvic and digestive health physiotherapist
Clare Bourne Physio
Episode: How to poo properly with physio Clare Bourne
Debbie Shawcross
Professor of Liver Health
Episode: What your liver wishes you knew about alcohol
Ian Robertson
Professor Emeritus of Psychology, Trinity College Dublin
Trinity College Dublin
Episode: The surprising habit that brings more happiness than money
Dr. Rosemary Coleman
Consultant dermatologist
Independent clinic / dermatologist
Episode: The secret to youthful skin and warning signs to look out for
Orla Walsh
Registered dietitian and business owner
Orla Walsh Nutrition (OrlaWalshNutrition.ie)
Episode: Why your waistline tells a bigger story than your weight
Phil Jakeman
Professor of Exercise Science at the University of Limerick
University of Limerick
Episode: The muscle myth that could change your health

Hosts

Karl Henry
Host of Real Health with Karl Henry; health and wellness expert hosting expert interviews and Q&A.
Debbie Shawcross
Guest expert on liver health and related topics; appears as a medical professional in episodes.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 850 ratings
  • My fav podcast

    No bull s?!t interviews! All straight to the point & has been a huge influence in my health from joining the gym to my daily habits! I listen to them every Thursday to keep my focus for the weekend

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ilikekimber
    Irelanda year ago
  • Excellent Information

    Useful, accurate and always helpful information. Thanks

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Oz Dub
    Australia2 years ago
  • Doesn't talk about the topic at all.

    Podcast Addict
    1
    GreenGuitar
    2 years ago
  • Excellent 🎉

    I look forward to this each week and enjoy the variety of guests in the show. Karl is very flexible in his topics and so easy to listen to. His expertise and genuine interest in people and all health related topics is outstanding. Thanks Karl & Team 🎉👍🏻😎

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Caparossa
    Ireland3 years ago
  • Great variety

    Such a good variety of topics Karl. Loving the mix. From love to weight loss surgery. Highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Janeyjane172
    Ireland4 years ago

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Listeners value straight-toward-tacts and practical health guidance from credible guests.
Many appreciate the host's approachable style and ability to cover diverse health topics.

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Apple Podcasts
#217
Ireland/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#11
Ireland/Health & Fitness
Apple Podcasts
#128
United Arab Emirates/Health & Fitness
Apple Podcasts
#129
New Zealand/Health & Fitness
Apple Podcasts
#191
Ukraine/Health & Fitness

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Why your phone is so hard to put down
Q: Talk us through the best steps for breaking up with our phones.
Brendan describes a practical approach: turn off notifications, create physical distance from the device, avoid keeping work-related apps on mobile, and substitute screen time with positive activities, gradually and sustainably.
Why your phone is so hard to put down
Q: Have you ever looked at the screen time on your phone?
Brendan explains that phones are designed to be seductive and outlines the goal of establishing a healthier relationship through boundaries, distance, and replacing screen time with enjoyable activities.
Can you prevent stretch marks after losing weight?
Q: Ciara asks about dinner timing and how to handle overeating in the evening for fat loss goals.
Stick to a structured eating window (roughly 12 hours) with a balanced plate at dinner (half vegetables, a palm-sized portion of protein, and some carbohydrates) and plan snacks like yogurt, nuts, or fruit for hunger management; delaying late meals supports better sleep and digestion.
Can you prevent stretch marks after losing weight?
Q: Siobhán asks about losing 8 kg and seeing stretch marks; is there a way to deal with or mitigate them?
Stretch marks after weight loss are common and relate to skin elasticity and how quickly weight was shed; gradual weight loss helps, oils like Bio-Oil can be used, and in some cases it's worth consulting a skin clinic for potential treatments, though many marks remain as a normal part of skin adaptation.
Can you prevent stretch marks after losing weight?
Q: How's it going? My fella is obsessed with his sleep score. He loves details. He slept just fine before. Now he isn't sleeping well. What can I do?
The sleep tracker data are rough estimates and not a precise measure of rest; if you become obsessed, wean off the tracking and focus on practical sleep habits like cutting caffeine later in the day, having a consistent routine, and creating a spa-like, tech-free bedroom environment.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Real Health

What is Real Health about and what kind of topics does it cover?

- The show consistently covers practical health, wellness, and lifestyle topics through expert guests, with a strong focus on actionable strategies for long-term well-being. Episodes commonly explore aging, nutrition, liver and digestive health, body composition, mental health, and habit formation, often tying science to everyday habits and real-life routines. There's a clear emphasis on sustainable, evidence-based approaches rather than quick-fix trends, complemented by personal anecdotes and practical tips for staying motivated and consistent. A notable strength is the breadth of experts (medical, nutrition, psychology, fitness) that provide accessible, down-to-earth guidance for a broad audience seeking healthier living.

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2. Marilla Healy
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