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Real Health with Karl Henry

Irish Independent
Mental Health
Nutrition
Exercise
Gut Health
Heart Health
Sleep
Stress Management
Weight Loss
Weight Training
Cardiovascular Disease
Anxiety
Obesity
Ireland
Health
Social Media
Healthy Eating
Health and Wellness
Walking
Decluttering
Visceral Fat

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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Latest Episodes

This week on The Real Health podcast, Karl answers your health questions in another Karl's Questions episode. Producer, JJ Clarke, joins Karl on this week’s episode.

He explains why very low-calorie diets rarely work in the long term, how to exerci... more

Many of us think liver disease only affects heavy drinkers, but the reality is far more complex. This week on The Real Health podcast, Professor Debbie Shawcross, Professor of Hepatology and Chronic Liver Failure at King's College London, explains ho... more

We spend so much of life chasing happiness, but are we looking in the wrong places? On this week's episode of The Real Health podcast, Professor Emeritus of psychology at Trinity College Dublin, Ian Robertsonexplains why money, status and success rar... more

On this episode of Real Health, I am joined by producer JJ Clarke for a Karl’s Questions special, answering listener queries from social media.

We discuss how weather and lack of sunlight may be affecting mood and motivation, the value of moving mo... more

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Recent Guests

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
Dr. Chris Luke
Retired consultant in emergency medicine, medical columnist, host of the Irish Medical Lives podcast
Irish medical community
Episode: The hidden health impact of Irish drinking culture
John O'Driscoll
Managing Director of Blueprint Financial Planning and Founder of FinancialFitness.ie
Blueprint Financial Planning / FinancialFitness.ie
Episode: How to take control of your money and reduce stress
Aisling Geary
Registered dietitian, works in NHS and runs AMG Nutrition
AMG Nutrition / NHS
Episode: Why calorie counting often fails and what works instead
Ailis Brosnan
Health and wellness coach focusing on midlife women and perimenopause/menopause
Self-employed / Health and Wellness Coach
Episode: Beyond weight loss: a smarter approach to women’s health

Host

Karl Henry
Host of Real Health with Karl Henry; health and wellness host.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 844 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
    Australiaa year 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
    Ireland3 years ago

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Hosts feel authentic and focused on practical health advice.
Guests bring credible, actionable expertise across health topics.
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The surprising habit that brings more happiness than money
Q: What practical steps can someone take to be happier?
Focus on intrinsic goals like meaningful relationships, personal growth, and helping others; cultivate self-affirmation by articulating your values; spend time in nature; and prioritize social connections over constant digital engagement.
The surprising habit that brings more happiness than money
Q: What is happiness and how do we measure it?
Happiness has at least two dimensions: a momentary mood and a broader sense of life satisfaction that reflects meaning, purpose, and social connection. Flourishing combines these elements and aligns with intrinsic goals rather than chasing external markers.
What your liver wishes you knew about alcohol
Q: What tools exist to detect early liver issues and encourage people to seek checkups?
GPs can run liver blood tests, but a Fibroscan offers a quick, non-invasive measure of liver stiffness and fat that helps assess liver health in the community.
What your liver wishes you knew about alcohol
Q: Is there hope if someone has been binge drinking for years?
Yes. In the early stages, the liver can recover with sustained lifestyle changes and reduced or stopped drinking. Reversal is unlikely once cirrhosis has developed, but stopping can still have meaningful healing effects.
What your liver wishes you knew about alcohol
Q: What happens to the liver during binge drinking?
Alcohol acts as a toxin to liver cells, leading to injury, swelling, and potential damage that can be unnoticeable until it's advanced; continuous binges can cause fat buildup and inflammation that, over years, may progress to cirrhosis.

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A health and wellness show that translates medical and behavioural science into practical guidance for everyday life. Episodes cover discipline, nutrition, sleep, mental health, and family health, often featuring expert guests who share evidence-based tools, realistic habit-change strategies, and practical tips for sustainable wellbeing. Notable strengths include a strong, results-oriented host who blends psychology with personal anecdotes, a diverse mix of guests from psychology, nutrition, sleep science, and medicine, and a clear focus on actionable takeaways for listeners managing health challenges in real life.

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2. Ian Robertson
3. Dr. Rosemary Coleman
4. Orla Walsh
5. Phil Jakeman
6. Dr. Chris Luke
7. John O'Driscoll
8. Aisling Geary

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