
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

Apr 1, 2024 • 22min
The power of our thoughts with the Wholefood Hero Edel Owens
This week on the Real Health podcast Karl was joined by qualified nutritional health coach, Edel Owens also known as the Wholefood Hero. For more from the Wholefood Hero, check out Edel’s website at www.thewholefoodhero.com. Head to www.mypodcastfeedback.com, pop in code HEALTH and fill out the short survey to be in with the chance of winning a €500 OneforAll voucher.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 27, 2024 • 11min
From the vault :James Clear on creating habits suit better
How do we create a habit? Why are bad habits so catchy? And how do we make it easier to stick with good ones? In this bonus episode, we look back at Karl’s conversation with American author of Atomic Habits, James Clear. Head to www.mypodcastfeedback.com, pop in code HEALTH and fill out the short survey to be in with the chance of winning a €500 OneforAll voucher.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 25, 2024 • 23min
The dos and don’ts of white teeth with Ireland’s Tooth Fairy Dr Bronagh Keane
Should you use mouthwash? Is water flossing a fad? And which foods stain our teeth? Karl is joined on the Real Health podcast this week by dentist, Dr Bronagh Keane, AKA Ireland’s Tooth Fairy. Head to www.mypodcastfeedback.com, pop in code HEALTH and fill out the short survey to be in with the chance of winning a €500 OneforAll voucher.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 18, 2024 • 25min
How to eat and still lose weight with bariatric surgeon Dr Andrew Jenkinson
On today’s episode of the Real Health podcast, Karl Henry speaks to weight loss expert and bariatric surgeon, Dr Andrew Jenkinson, on his new book ‘How to eat (and still lose weight): a science-backed guide to nutrition and health. Head to www.mypodcastfeedback.com, pop in code HEALTH and fill out the short survey to be in with the chance of winning a €500 OneforAll voucher.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 11, 2024 • 19min
The importance of having a game plan with Anna Geary
On the Real Health podcast this week, Karl is joined by broadcaster, author and All-Ireland camogie winner Anna Geary to discuss her new book ‘Anna’s Game Plan.’ Head to www.mypodcastfeedback.com, pop in code HEALTH and fill out the short survey to be in with the chance of winning a €500 OneforAll voucher.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 4, 2024 • 25min
Money, mortgages and financial fitness with Eoin McGee
Are you sick of penny pinching till payday? Does securing a mortgage feel like a personal Everest? And where do you start if you want to begin saving? On the Real Health podcast this week, Karl chats to Eoin McGee, financial planner and presenter of the tv show, “the complaints bureau,” which premieres on RTÉ One this Thursday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 28, 2024 • 21min
Fat, food and the science of appetite with Professor Donal O’Shea, Dietician Sarah Keogh and Professor Carel le Roux
On this episode of the Real Health podcast, we go to the vault with clips from previous conversations with Professor Donal O’Shea, registered dietician Sarah Keogh and Professor Carel le Roux. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 26, 2024 • 21min
Going from stuck to unstoppable with high performance coach Mark Fennell
On this week’s episode of the Real Health podcast, Karl chats with self-development expert, high performance coach, mentor, and now author, Mark Fennell. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 19, 2024 • 23min
Returning to yourself after diagnosis with cancer coach Karen Kruger
On this week’s episode of the Real Health podcast, Karl chats with cancer coach, Karen Kruger on navigating life after diagnosis. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 12, 2024 • 23min
The mental health benefits of deep-breathing and cold-water therapy
On this week’s episode of the Real Health podcast, Karl Henry talks to Greg Xavier, a licensed Wim Hof-method instructor, on the mental health benefits of deep-breathing and cold-water therapy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.