A friendly, research-aware recap with Dr. Dílis Clare and Caitríona Hegarty: practical lifestyle notes, long-respected herbs, and why education and community matter when talking about sleep and anxiety.
Dr. Dílis Clare and Caitríona Hegarty explore the history, traditions, and practical uses of cramp bark — a familiar hedgerow shrub with surprising stories to tell.
Dr. Dílis Clare and Caitríona Hegarty explore how iron levels relate to chronic pain and share traditional ways herbs and foods can help support balance.
The drug interactions were due to manipulating the formula — adding extra hyperforin. In its traditional form, St. John’s Wort is very safe, with mild, transient effects similar to placebo. Standardising it to pharmaceutical levels didn’t automatically make it safer — in fact, it did the opposite.
Inspired by listener feedback, Dr. Dilis Clare explores how herbal medicine addresses complex health concerns that often appear together—such as cystitis, perimenopause symptoms, and digestive issues—through a whole-person, “joined up” approach.
Dr. Dilis Clare and Caitríona Hegarty explore the emotional, physical, and spiritual layers of grief—offering insight, support, and the gentle role herbal medicine can play in healing.
Dr. Dilis Clare unpacks the layers of healing in herbal medicine—exploring how simplicity and complexity intertwine in gut health, inflammation, and long-term wellbeing.
What if the real pandemic isn’t infectious, but chronic? Dr. Dilis Clare explores belief systems, pharmaceutical bias, and the empowering potential of herbal medicine in the face of rising illness.
Herbal wisdom through the ages—from witch hunts to white coats. Dr. Dilis Clare explores the silenced stories of healing and what they mean for medicine today.
In this episode of The Herb Doctor, Dr. Dilis Clare explores the misunderstood world of autoimmune diseases—how they differ from infections and what really causes the immune system to turn on the body. With spring allergy season underway, she also touches on hayfever and allergic responses, connecting them to broader immune system imbalances. Packed with holistic insights, real-life examples, and practical tips, this episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating immune health naturally.
Danni Gill (artist, poet, and hay fever sufferer) shares her journey from antihistamines to herbal relief using Dr. Clare’s Allertone blend (plantain, chamomile, nettle). Dr. Clare explains the gut-allergy connection and science behind herbal remedies, plus practical tips like pollen-proofing with sunglasses and Vaseline.
This episode dives into some of the most frequently asked questions about herbal medicine—from whether there’s a herb for every ailment, to how traditional remedies have stood the test of time. Dr. Dilis shares her insights on treating the whole person—physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually—and why herbalists focus on root causes rather than just symptoms.
A refreshing deep dive into gut health and herbal cleansing with Dr. Dilis Clare. Learn how herbs, parasites, and the microbiome are all connected—and what that means for your wellbeing.
In this first episode of The Herbal Doctor, Dr. Dilis Clare shares her personal journey from conventional GP to Ireland’s leading medical herbalist. Joined by host Caitriona Hegarty, they explore the power of plant medicine, the story behind the Galway clinic, and what listeners can expect from the podcast.
Hosted by Dr Dilis Clare, Europe’s leading medical herbalist and experienced GP, this podcast dives into real-world health issues with warmth, wit, and evidence-based care. Co-hosted by well-known broadcaster Caitríona Hegarty, each episode blends traditional herbal approaches with practical medical insight.