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Real Health with Karl Henry

Real Health with Karl Henry

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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.2026 Irish Independent Hygiene & Healthy Living
Episodes
  • The social media ep: living your life versus performing it

    The social media ep: living your life versus performing it
    Oct 15 2026
    Psychotherapist Colman Noctor joins Karl Henry to explore how social media fuels comparison, affects our self-worth and drives our need for validation. Drawing on his research into online sharing, he explains why likes and followers cannot replace genuine human connection. They discuss the pressure to present a perfect life online, the impact on young people and how to build a healthier relationship with technology by living in the moment, spending less time comparing and making more time for real connections.

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    26 mins
  • How to choose the right gym, build strength and lose weight sustainably

    How to choose the right gym, build strength and lose weight sustainably
    Oct 8 2026

    Karl and JJ answer listener questions on starting at the gym, choosing between machines and free weights, and finding an exercise routine that works for you.

    They discuss getting back into exercise after having children, managing weight loss without quick fixes and why sustainable changes matter. They also share practical advice on protein, meal choices, walking, resistance training and finding forms of exercise you actually enjoy.

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    20 mins
  • Are your supplements worth the money?

    Are your supplements worth the money?
    Oct 1 2026

    They discuss GLP 1 safety, drug interactions, supplement quality and the importance of speaking to your pharmacist.

    Tom shares practical advice on identifying misinformation, understanding what your body needs and making informed choices before spending money on products that may not benefit your health.

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    35 mins
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