The Irish Balance Podcast
by theirishbalance
Welcome to The Irish Balance, a podcast hosted by Dr. Ciara Kelly, Irish medical doctor and health and wellness blogger, currently completing a Masters in Public Health and Nutriton. In this podcast, you will hear all about simple ways we can empower ourselves to live happy, healthy lifestyles full of balance, and not the restrictive extremes we often see online. This podcast comprises a mix of topics discussed by Ciara and through interviews. For more information, check out Ciara's blog at www.theirishbalance.com or find her on social media @theirishbalance on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.
Episodes
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Episode 52: COVID-19 and Keeping Our Schools Safe with Dr. Abigail Collins
I'm delighted to be joined in this week's episode by Dr. Abigali Collins, Consultant in Public Health Medicine with the National Cancer Control Programme. Dr Collins immediately re-deployed back to the frontline in Public Health in the Midlands when COVID-19 reached Ireland and provided the...
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Episode 51: COVID-19, Pregnancy and Vaccines with Dr. Sarah Murphy
Welcome back to another episode of the podcast! In this episode I am delighted to be joined by Dr. Sarah Murphy (@drsarahjmurphy on Instagram), who is an Irish doctor specialising in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. We speak on this episode about Sarah's career to date, and then discuss COVID-19 and...
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Episode 50: Sports Nutrition, Performance and Social Media with Kate McDaid
In this week's episode, I am delighted to be joined by Kate McDaid, who many of you will know as @nutrikate on Instagram. Kate studied Food Science at the University of College Dublin before following her ambition and moving to the UK to complete an MSc in Sports and Exercise Nutrition at...
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Episode 49: Sport, Psychology and Pursuing Medicine with Máire Treasa Ní Cheallaigh
Today I am so delighted to be joined by Máire Treasa Ní Cheallaigh (@mairetnc on Instagram), who is a fully accredited Sport Ireland Institute Sport and Exercise Psychologist, bilingual television and radio presenter with RTÉ TG4 and Newstalk, and also current medical student! And she's a Galway...
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Episode 48: Intuitive Movement and Training Happy with Tally Rye
Please note - This podcast includes conversation about diet culture, our relationships with food and exercise, body image and weight. If you don't feel that's something you are comfortable listening to right now, maybe save this one for another time. In this episode, I was so delighted to sit…
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Episode 47: Medical School, Dermatology, & Skin Cancer Prevention with Dr. Ciara Drumm
The podcast is back with a brand new episode! After a break over the summer, I'm delighted to be back recording again. Today's episode is a conversation with one of my best friends and fellow doctor (based in Dublin), Dr. Ciara Drumm. Ciara and I were in medical school together and have been…
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Episode 46: Podcast Q&A - Habits, Public Health and Finding Balance
Hi guys! Another podcast Q&A style episode with me. This week, I've sat down and recorded a chat answering your questions submitting to my Instagram last week. I discuss how my most important habits, public health and my favourite aspects of it, balancing work and study, and finding balance…
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Episode 45: Podcast Q&A - How Are You?, Motivation, Balance & Yoga
Welcome back to another episode of The Irish Balance podcast! This week, I've sat down and recorded a chat answering your questions submitting to my Instagram last week. I discuss how I'm coping with COVID-19, balancing blogging and my work as a public health doctor, motivation and how I got...
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Episode 44: Staying Active While Staying Home with Nathalie Lennon
This week on the Podcast, we're talking about staying active while staying at home, and using staying home as an opportunity to figure out ways to move and exercise that are both enjoyable and sustainable. My guest is personal trainer, fitness influencer and nutrition coach Nathalie Lennon...
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Episode 43: Looking After Your Heart and Redefining Health with Dr. Nikki Stamp
Welcome back to another episode gang! This week, I am joined by Dr. Nikki Stamp, an Australian cardio-thoracic surgeon (@drnikkistamp on Instagram). Nikki trained throughout Australia and holds a Bachelor of Surgery and Bachelor of Medicine with Honors. She also holds a Fellowship of the Royal...
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Episode 42: COVID-19 - Your Questions Answered Part 2 with Dr. Laura Lenihan and Dr. Clíodhna Ní Bhuachalla
Welcome back to a much anticipated Part 2 episode of COVID-19 - Your Questions Answered, with GP Dr. Laura Lenihan (@drlauragp on Instagram) and Dr. Clíodhna Ní Bhuachalla, specialist in clinical microbiology and public health physician (@c_ni_bhuachalla on Instagram). If you haven't listened to...
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Episode 41: Food Is More Than Fuel With Daniel Davey
In this week's episode I am joined by performance nutritionist Daniel Davey, who many of you may follow as @daveynutrition on Instagram. Daniel currently works as a nutritionist with Leinster Rugby and Dublin football – his background is in Science as an undergraduate, followed by a Masters in...
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Episode 40: Understanding Gut Health with Orla Walsh
In this week's episode, we’re going to focus on looking after our digestive/gut health and chat a little bit about irritable bowel syndrome. I’m absolutely delighted to have as my guest someone who many of you may already follow, and who I’m a big fan of – Irish dietitian Orla Walsh...
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Episode 39: Being Better with Shane Ryan of Fiid
In this week's episode, I am joined by a very good friend of mine Shane Ryan. Shane is an entrepreneur in the Irish food business - he is the founder of Fiid, an Irish company whose product, plant-based tasty and healthy convenience meals with a difference, you may have seen on in your local…
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Episode 38: COVID-19 - The Challenges Our Pharmacies Face with Laura Dowling
Welcome back to another episode of The Irish Balance Podcast! This week I am delighted to be joined by Irish pharmacist Laura Dowling, who is @fabulouspharmacist on Instagram! Laura is a fantastic person to follow on Instagram - known for her hilarious dance videos and no nonsense approach to...
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Episode 37: COVID-19 - Your Questions Answered with Dr. Laura Lenihan and Dr. Clíodhna Ní Bhuachalla
I think this is one of my favourite Podcast episodes I have recorded to date. In this episode I'm joined by two fellow doctors - Dr. Laura Lenihan, general practitioner and @drlauragp on Instagram, and Dr. Cliodhna Ní Bhuachalla, specialist in Clinical Microbiology and public health doctor. and...
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Episode 36: COVID-19 and Minding Your Mental Health with Joe O'Brien
This episode is all about minding our mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic. My guest today is Joe O'Brien - trainee health psychologist, educator, researcher and writer, and creator of the @headfirst0 Instagram page and the Head First podcast. Joe has been a guest on my podcast previously...
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Episode 35: COVID-19 and Nutritional Considerations with Maeve Hanan
In this week's episode I chat to Maeve Hanan, consultant dietitian and health writer. Maeve is @dieteticallyspeaking on Instagram and @DieteticSpeak on Twitter. She is the creator of the https://dieteticallyspeaking.com/ website - and an all round breath of fresh air to follow on social media....
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Episode 34: The Podcast is Back - Chatting COVID-19, Challenges & Coping
Guys, I am so delighted to be bringing the Podcast BACK to you all! During these uncertain times, I wanted to use The Irish Balance platform to connect with those following, and to bring some COVID-19 related and non-COVID-19 content to you in audio format. The episodes to follow this short...
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Episode 33: Public Health and Nutrition with Jenny Rosborough
Welcome back to the FIRST Podcast episode of 2020! I’m so excited to share this week’s guest with you - UK-based registered nutritionist and head of nutrition at the Jamie Oliver Group, Jenny Rosborough. Jenny’s career background is quite diverse, working as Campaign Manager at Action on Sugar…
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Episode 32: GP Life, Pregnancy, Fertility and Menopause with Dr. Laura Lenihan
Welcome back to a brand NEW episode of The Irish Balance Podcast! I am so excited to share this week's guest - Dr. Laura Lenihan, who is a GP (general practitioner) currently working in Galway, Ireland. Laura runs the page @drlauragp on Instagram and is a breath of fresh air to follow for...
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Episode 31: Menstrual Health, Sport and Nutrition with Esther Goldsmith and FitrWoman
In this week's episode, I interview Esther Goldsmith, sports scientist with FitrWoman (@FitrWoman). FitrWoman is the world's first app to provide daily training and nutrition advice tailored to menstrual cycle hormone changes. The app aims to helps you track your menstrual cycle and provides...
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Episode 30: Choosing Your Career with Angela Burke
In this week's episode, I chat to Angela Burke who is @theintegrativecoach on Instagram. Angela is originally from Galway, and has a background in Commerce as an undergraduate, and in Career Development and Coaching as a postgraduate. She now runs her own career coaching business based in Dublin,...
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Episode 29: Diet Culture and Self-Compassion with Robyn Taaffe
This week on the podcast I am delighted to have registered nurse and evidence-based nutritionist Robyn Taaffe, founder of The Lifestyle Clinic in Dublin, as my guest. Robyn runs the Instagram page @thelifestyle_clinic as well as her busy nurse-led lifestyle medicine clinic in Dublin. She…
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Episode 28: Social Media, Alcohol and Mental Health with Joe O'Brien
I'm delighted to bring you guys the highly anticipated Part 2 of my mental health podcast episode with Joe O'Brien, mental health researcher working at Spectrum Mental Health and creator of the fantastic @headfirst0 Instagram page and Head First podcast. In this episode, we discuss social media,...
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Episode 27: Life Updates, Sedentary Behaviour and Why We Need to Move More and Sit Less
The Podcast is back! I'm excited to be bringing you guys a brand new episode sharing some life updates from me personally and work-related, as well as a little recap on who I am and what my message as a doctor is! The main focus of this episode is sedentary behaviour and physical inactivity,...
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Episode 26: Movement for Enjoyment and Redefining Fitness with Nathalie Lennon
This week on the Podcast, the focus is on redefining how we think about fitness and figuring out ways to make sure our movement and exercise is both enjoyable and sustainable. My guest is personal trainer, fitness influencer and nutrition coach Nathalie Lennon (@nathalielennon_ on Instagram), who...
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Episode 25: Yoga for You with Ruth Delahunty
This week on the Podcast we are chatting about YOGA! I've been practising yoga for over a year now and have had many questions from you guys about how and why I got started. I've brought the topic to the Podcast to hopefully help you guys give yoga a try whether at home, in a class or both, and...
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Episode 24: Focusing on Food for Life with Fiona Staunton
In this week's episode of the podcast I'm chatting to Fiona Staunton, Ballymaloe-trained chef, Home Economics teacher and creator of Fiona's Food for Life (@fionasfoodforlife). I met Fiona earlier this year and was delighted to attend one of her fantastic cookery demonstrations a few weeks back....
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Episode 23: Realistic Self Care with The Reset
In this week's episode, I chat all things realistic self-care with Vicky (@theflourishingpantry) and Lauren (@the_nutritionist_foodie), friends of mine, female entrepreneurs and co-founders of The Reset Retreats. We chat about why the girls started their retreats business, and then dive into why...
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Episode 22: The Blue Zones - Adding Life To Your Years, and Years To Your Life
In this episode, I take a deep dive into the Blue Zones - longevity hotspots around the world where populations live the longest, healthiest lives. I discuss the 5 cornerstones of their lifestyles that have been identified to contribute towards their health - natural movement, nourishment,...
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Episode 21: Debunking Diet Myths with Maeve Hanan (Part 2)
I am delighted to bring you guys a Part 2 of my interview with UK-registered dietitian from Ireland Maeve Hanan (@dieteticallyspeaking on Instagram - give this girl a follow!), who runs the blog www.dieteticallyspeaking.com and is a wonderful voice of reason in person and online on all things…
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Episode 20: A 'No Nonsense' Approach to Nutrition with Maeve Hanan (Part 1)
I am VERY excited to bring my podcast spotlight onto Nutrition, as a Part 1 of 2! My guest this week is UK-registered dietitian from Ireland (and friend of mine!) Maeve Hanan who runs the blog www.dieteticallyspeaking.com and is @dieteticallyspeaking on Instagram. Maeve advocates a no-nonsense...
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Episode 19: Mental Health Matters with Joe O'Brien
This week's episode is focused on an area that doesn't get enough attention - mental health. I'm really excited to bring you guys the second interview on my Podcast - this week I'm chatting to Joe O'Brien, creator of the fantastic Instagram page and Podcast Head First (@headfirst0). Joe has an...
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Episode 18: Social Media Myths, Ditching Dr. Google and Making Time for Clinical Contact
In this week's episode, I chat about the potential negative effects from unregulated health information online, how media myths confuse us and can lead to real world health harms, and why we need to trust and seek evidence-based information from qualified healthcare professionals in person - not...
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Episode 17: Addressing the Forgotten Health Behaviours - Alcohol Moderation and Smoking Cessation
In this week's episode, I chat about two really important health topics - alcohol intake in Ireland and the goal for a tobacco-free society. These lifestyle factors get less attention compared to diet and physical activity on social media but they are just as essential to address.
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Episode 16: From Student to Physician - My Path as a Doctor and Pursuing Public Health
In this episode, I chat through a much requested topic - my path from medical school to hospital training as a doctor, and the challenges I faced along the way. I also share some VERY exciting news about a recent development in my medical career - the beginning of my path to become a public…
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Episode 15: Doctors and Dietary Advice - Balancing the Basics, Busting the Myths, Questioning the Context and Cultivating Collaboration
In this episode, I discuss the 4 key things I think as doctors we should know about nutrition for our patients. I chat about the 'doctors giving dietary advice' debate and explore why we need to move past the debate to focus on doing our best for our patients, clearing up dietary confusion and...
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Episode 14: Healthy Ageing - Living Well From Young to Old
In this week's episode, I discuss the concept of Healthy Ageing, a major focus of healthcare in Ireland (and globally!) given our ageing population and implications this has for healthcare services and society. I discuss simple healthy lifestyle tips for boosting our brain health and the…
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Episode 13: Self Talk, Mindfulness and Gratitude
In this episode, I discuss three game changers from the last year of my life - the power of self talk, mindfulness and gratitude. I chat about why we need to tune into our inner voice, talk to ourselves like we would our best friend, and remember to be grateful for the little things in life.
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Episode 12: Integrative Health, the Blue Zones and the Invisible Lift with Dr. Ceppie Merry
In this week's episode, I bring you the first interview on The Irish Balance Podcast! My friend and fellow doctor Ceppie Merry joins me to chat all things health, wellness, her recent fellowship in Integrative Medicine and, of course, we chat about The Blue Zones, and finding your why!
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Episode 11: Working Around the Shift Work Clock - Healthy Habits for Day & Night
The long awaited Shift Work episode is here! As many of you will know, I am currently doing a full time Public Health & Nutrition Masters, and my thesis topic is shift work and its effect on health. In this episode, I share my own experience in shift work as a medical doctor, and of course, bring...
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Episode 10: Motivation, Mindset and Finding Your Why
In this week's episode, I share my thoughts on a frequently asked question - Where do you find motivation? I discuss where my motivation for my career and my healthy lifestyle habits comes from, as well as the concept of Ikigai and finding your 'why' in life!
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Episode 9: Exercise - Building Strength for a Healthy Life
In this week's episode, I discuss the importance of exercise as part of our lifestyles! I dive into the topic of resistance training and why it's so essential for Healthy Ageing in body and mind. I also share some simple tips to get you started with your strength journey!
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Episode 8: Why We Shouldn't Skip The Snooze: My Top Sleep Secrets to Take Back Your Bedtime
In this week's episode, I dive into the importance of Sleep! Why quality and quantity of Sleep are equally important for our physical, mental and emotional health, and what the recommended sleep hours are. I share the simple tips I follow to get a good night's sleep too. I hope you guys enjoy…
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Episode 7: Sorting Out Your Stress - Building a Stress Management Toolkit
In this episode, I'm sharing my journey to better stress management, using the various techniques I've built up over the past year in particular. I chat about mindfulness, meditation, exercise, breathing exercises and many other options you can try out for yourself to build your personal...
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Episode 6: Social Media & Smartphones: Top Tips to De-Digital Your Life
In this episode, I discuss our relationship with our smartphones and social media. It's definitely something I'm trying to monitor myself and not overdo it with screen time! I've also shared the tips I've found super helpful to reduce my screen time over the past 6 months. I hope you find them...
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Bonus Episode: Public Health & Why Prevention Is Better Than Cure
In this episode, I'm sharing a reflection on the first Semester of my Masters in Public Health and Nutrition at University College Dublin! I'm absolutely loving the course and have learnt so much already. I discuss what public health is, why it's so important and the three key things I've taken...
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Episode 5: Sustainable Eating - Optimising What We Eat Today for Human & Environmental Health - And Future Generations
In this week's episode, I'm discussing the important topic of Sustainable Eating! What is it? Why is it such a hot topic? Why is it important for us all to be aware of? With so much discussion in the media around the environmental impact of animal protein, #Veganuary and far too many Netflix...
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Episode 4: Finding a Balance in 2019 - My Top 4 Tips for Keeping Healthy Habits On Track
To me, balance is a journey we're all on. It's pretty tricky to say we live balanced lives 24/7! I called my blog The Irish Balance partly to share my journey to balance with you guys. In this episode, I talk about what balance means to me, and share my top 4 tips for keeping my healthy habits on...
About this show
Welcome to The Irish Balance, a podcast hosted by Dr. Ciara Kelly, Irish medical doctor and health and wellness blogger, currently completing a Masters in Public Health and Nutriton. In this podcast, you will hear all about simple ways we can empower ourselves to live happy, healthy lifestyles full of balance, and not the restrictive extremes we often see online. This podcast comprises a mix of topics discussed by Ciara and through interviews. For more information, check out Ciara's blog at www.theirishbalance.com or find her on social media @theirishbalance on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.
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