The Laura Dowling Experience

Nov 27 2024 100 ep. 92 mins 119

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Conversations about health, science, wellness, life, love, sex and everything in-between. Laura is a Pharmacist who loves to talk to interesting people about their unique life and work experiences. See @fabulouspharmacist on instagram for more information.

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Women's Bone Health: Osteoporosis, Fibromyalgia, & Perinatal Wellness with Dr. Orla Ní Mhuircheartaigh #099

Nov 27 2024 78 mins

In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Orla Ní Mhuircheartaigh, a consultant rheumatologist with experience spanning from the Mayo Clinic to acute medicine in London. Dr. Ní Mhuircheartaigh shares her insights on women’s bone health, the critical role of estrogen, and how Hormone Replacement Therapy can help prevent osteoporosis.We explore how diagnostics like DEXA scans and FR

Moving Beyond Diet Culture: Guilt-Free Eating, Family Nutrition, and Meal Tips with Josh Percival #098

Nov 20 2024 87 mins

In this episode, we’re joined by dietitian Josh Percival, to explore how to move beyond diet culture and shift the focus from weight loss to health gain. Josh shares how family mealtimes can support better nutrition and why it’s time to drop labels like “sin” from food choices. We also introduce continuum thinking to help create more sustainable eating habits.Josh offers pr

Sleep Hacks, Brain Power, and Parenting in the Digital Age with Mentalist Keith Barry #097

Nov 13 2024 72 mins

In this episode, we’re joined by Keith Barry, the world-famous hypnotist and mentalist, to explore the mindset behind his incredible career and his new book, Sleep Hacks. Keith shares how he uses brain hacking not only to wow audiences but also to help people grow in life and work. From taking news detoxes to the importance of quality sleep, Keith’s insights offer a fresh take

Heavy Periods, PMDD and Psychosexual Health with Dr. Orla Conlon #096

Nov 06 2024 90 mins

In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Orla Conlon, an expert in obstetrics and gynaecology, who brings over 25 years of experience to our conversation. We discuss the often-overlooked psychological impact of conditions like PMS and PMDD, and Dr. Conlon shares why empathy and understanding are so important in women’s healthcare.We dive into the struggles young women face with hea

Beauty, Business and Balancing Self-Care: The AYU Story with Suzie O'Neill #095

Oct 30 2024 67 mins

In this episode, I’m joined by Suzie O’Neill, founder of AYU Cosmetics, who shares her journey from makeup artist and educator, to CEO. Suzie opens up about the ups and downs of building her brand, from recovering after a failed partnership to juggling work, family, and self-care.We chat about the self-care habits that boost confidence, especially for busy women—whether it’

Rethinking Fitness: The Power of Movement for All Ages with Albert Kehoe #094

Oct 23 2024 69 mins

In this episode, we’re joined by Albert Kehoe, a physiotherapist, who shares how movement can improve your health and well-being. With years of experience, Albert talks about helping people recover from injuries, manage pain, and stay mobile, while showing the long-term benefits of exercise.We chat about how modern life has changed our activity levels and what we can do to stay f

Heart Health Made Easy: Simple Tips for a Longer Life with Dr. Paddy Barrett #093

Oct 16 2024 70 mins

In this episode, we chat with Dr. Paddy Barrett, a top cardiologist, about how small changes to your daily routine—like exercise, diet, sleep, and managing stress—can help lower your risk of heart disease. He shares handy tips on slowing down plaque build-up, inspired by centenarians who live longer, healthier lives.We also clear up some common myths about cholesterol, statins,

ADHD in Women and Girls: Unraveling the Gender Diagnosis Gap with Dr. Sarah Carty #092

Oct 09 2024 87 mins

In this episode, we chat with Dr. Sarah Carty about navigating ADHD, drawing from her experiences as both a mother and an expert in the field.Dr. Carty discusses how ADHD isn’t about a lack of attention but an overload, and why girls are often diagnosed later than boys. She breaks down how stimulant medications work to bring order to the chaos, and the challenges children with AD

Mastering Authentic Communication & Personal Growth with Paul Scanlon #091

Oct 02 2024 65 mins

In this episode, we chat with Paul Scanlon, a personal growth and leadership coach, about how to improve your communication by being more authentic and relatable. Paul explains how simplifying what you say and cutting out confusing language can help you connect better with others. He also talks about how small daily habits can boost your confidence and self-awareness over time.We d

Navigating Breast Cancer, Mental Health Challenges & Building a Thriving Beauty Business with Eavanna Breen #090

Sep 25 2024 60 mins

In this episode, we chat with Eavanna Breen, a leading facialist with over 30 years in the aesthetics industry. Eavanna shares her journey from beauty school to owning a top salon on Leeson Street, navigating challenges like the 2008 recession and the pandemic.She also opens up about discovering pre-cancerous cells, the decision to have surgery, and how this changed her approach to