
Real Health with Karl Henry
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.
Latest episodes

Jul 3, 2025 • 24min
Transforming your mental health with hiking
Mairead Furlong and Fergal McLoughlin, psychologists, married couple and authors of The 50 best family hikes in Ireland, join 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.

Jun 30, 2025 • 24min
Karl’s Q&A – Intermittent fasting, intimidated by the gym and how to help a friend get fit
Producer, JJ Clarke, joins Karl Henry on this week’s bonus episode of The Real Health podcast where Karl answers the most common listener questions on health and fitness. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 26, 2025 • 27min
Five ways to age healthier with Karl Henry
Aging doesn't have to mean declining health, especially in your 40s and 50s. Active living is crucial; weightlifting can preserve muscle mass and combat issues like osteoporosis. Movement matters too, with daily exercises keeping you mobile and connected. Regular health check-ups and dietary guidance are essential for personalized health. The podcast offers five strategies for midlife wellness, focusing on proteins, moderation in alcohol, and mindful lifestyle choices. Ultimately, your daily decisions shape the aging process, influencing long-term health outcomes.

Jun 19, 2025 • 27min
Weight loss drugs, obsessive eating and Protein requirements with Sophie Pratt RD
Sophie Pratt, 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.

Jun 12, 2025 • 24min
Busting online myths about women’s fitness with Dr Lauren Colenso-Semple
Dr Lauren Colenso-Semple, muscle physiology researcher specialising in ovarian hormones and exercise induced adaptations, joins Karl Henry on this week’s episode of the Real Health podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 9, 2025 • 22min
Karl’s Q&A: ‘My boyfriend is weighing all his food ~ what should I do?’
JJ Clarke, producer, joins the Real Health podcast this week with Karl Henry for another round of listener questions. 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 Henry That’s mypodcastfeedback.com and if you forget it just look in the show notes, we really appreciate your time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 5, 2025 • 28min
Pouring cold water on saunas’ health claims with Dr Tadhg Crowley
Are saunas and cold plunges healthy? Who should and shouldn’t be using them? And what does the research say? Dr Tadhg Crowley, GP, chair of the IMO GP committee and associate professor at University College Dublin, 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 Henry That’s mypodcastfeedback.com and if you forget it just look in the show notes, we really appreciate your time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 29, 2025 • 20min
Are we too quick to diagnose? With Neurologist Dr Suzanne O’Sullivan
Dr Suzanne O’Sullivan, consultant neurologist, neurophysiologist, and author of the Age of Diagnosis, 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 Henry That’s mypodcastfeedback.com and if you forget it just look in the show notes, we really appreciate your time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 22, 2025 • 21min
Physio fixes: Tech neck, back pain and aging well with Physio Jenny Branigan
Jenny Branigan, chartered Physio and territory manager of parkrun Ireland joins Karl Henry on this week’s episode of The Real Health podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 15, 2025 • 22min
Tax Hacks: Get Your Money Back with The Tax Nerd Mairéad O’Driscoll
Mairéad O'Driscoll, professional tax advisor AKA The Tax Nerd joins Karl Henry on this week’s episode of The Real Health podcast to demystify tax. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.