Real Health with Karl Henry

Dr Seán Maher, specialist registrar in endocrinology and diabetes, joins Karl Henry on this week’s episode of The Real Health podcast. ­ We’d love to get your thoughts on your overall listening experience, it only takes a minute, and your feedback helps us keep improving what we do. Plus, when you take part, you’ll be in with a chance to win a €500 One4All Voucher Just head to mypodcastfeedback.com and enter HEALTH for Real Health with Karl HenrySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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, Carlow weather and weatherman, joins me on this week’s episode of The Real Health podcast. We’d love to get your thoughts on your overall listening experience, it only takes a minute, and your feedback helps us keep improving what we do. Plus, when you take part, you’ll be in with a chance to win a €500 One4All Voucher Just head to mypodcastfeedback.com and enter HEALTH for Real Health with Karl HenrySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Murphy, head physiotherapist at Rapid and founder of the Master’s Program Ireland, shares his expertise in empowering older adults through strength training and rehabilitation. He discusses the essential role of weight training in managing osteoporosis and enhancing bone health. Mike highlights tailored fitness programs that have expanded significantly, emphasizing personalized care and nutritional support for those over 55. He encourages everyone to embrace fitness, regardless of age, and offers practical strategies to maintain strength and mobility in later life.

Sarah Kearns, registered nurse and First Aid instructor, joins Karl Henry on this week’s episode of The Real Health podcast. ­ We’d love to get your thoughts on your overall listening experience, it only takes a minute, and your feedback helps us keep improving what we do. Plus, when you take part, you’ll be in with a chance to win a €500 One4All Voucher Just head to mypodcastfeedback.com and enter HEALTH for Real Health with Karl HenrySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 overall listening experience, it only takes a minute, and your feedback helps us keep improving what we do. Plus, when you take part, you’ll be in with a chance to win a €500 One4All Voucher Just head to mypodcastfeedback.com and enter HEALTH for Real Health with Karl HenrySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Professor Donal O’Shea, HSE Lead for Obesity and an endocrinologist, dives into the pressing issue of obesity, particularly among Irish women aged 44 to 59. He discusses hormonal changes, the effectiveness of medications like Ozempic, and offers insights on how social media can combat diet myths. O’Shea highlights the complexities of weight management in midlife, including the impact of menopause and sleep quality. He also addresses societal pressures and the importance of medical oversight when using weight loss medications, wrapping up with optimistic trends in public health initiatives.

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 healthy food with the Tummy Fairy Description Ciara Turley, Nutrition and Health coach AKA The Tummy Fairy joins Karl Henry on this week’s episode of The Real Health podcast. Copy How to get your kid to eat more vegetables? What can you do to reduce prep time for meals? And how do you create gut-healthy food? Ciara Turley, Nutrition and Health coach AKA The Tummy Fairy joins me on this week’s episode of The Real Health podcast. I asked Ciara first how she ended up having such a strong philosophy on food. The Tummy Fairy told me, “?I struggled with my weight probably in my teens and my twenties. I was on every single diet known to man. When we moved to Australia I got back into cooking and focusing on Whole Foods. I went through different phases of cutting out dairy, egg, gluten. I cut out sugar for several weeks and couldn't believe how amazing I felt on that. And then I put it down cooking everything myself. I wasn't eating anything processed.” The nutrition coach has great advice for sneaking vegetables into meals. She explained, “I'd put anything you have in the fridge in, so carrots, onions, peppers and just add them into a pot with some herbs, garlic and a little bit of olive oil. You're just going to cook that low and slow and then blitz it up. You can use that in so many different recipes, even just pouring it over chicken. It's just a way to get a little bit of sneaky veg hidden in there.” You can listen to the full episode here or wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 Health podcast. We’d love to get your thoughts on your overall listening experience, it only takes a minute, and your feedback helps us keep improving what we do. Plus, when you take part, you’ll be in with a chance to win a €500 One4All Voucher Just head to mypodcastfeedback.com and enter HEALTH for Real Health with Karl HenrySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lou Robbie, known as Little Lou Cooks, is a chef and author who focuses on making family-friendly meals accessible. She shares creative tips for preparing wholesome, less processed food without breaking the bank. Lou discusses her evolution into a social media sensation during the pandemic and offers simple recipes that even beginner cooks can master. Listeners will appreciate her insights on making nutritious snacks for kids and the importance of fostering confidence in the kitchen while promoting gut health.