In this episode of The Herb Doctor Podcast, Dr Dilis Clare and host Catriona Hegarty welcome Terri Conroy from Danu’s Irish Herb Garden for a fascinating conversation about herbal medicine, reconnecting with nature, and the wisdom that traditional plants still offer us today.
Terri shares her personal journey from growing up in the north-east of England to finding her home in Connemara, where her passion for medicinal plants, herbal education, and self-reliance flourished. Together, Dr Clare and Terri discuss how working with herbs can help us build a deeper relationship with nature, our health, and our local environment.
The conversation explores the importance of traditional herbal knowledge, local Irish plants, women’s health, natural pregnancy, menopause, prevention, personal health responsibility, and the value of combining modern medicine with herbal medicine in a collaborative approach to healthcare.
Topics discussed in this episode:
• Terri Conroy’s journey to herbal medicine
• Danu’s Irish Herb Garden
• Irish medicinal plants and hedgerow herbs
• Herbal medicine and self-care
• Connecting with nature for better health
• Women’s health, pregnancy and menopause
• Kinesiology and holistic health
• Local herbs and biodiversity
• Traditional knowledge and modern healthcare
• Health sovereignty and prevention
• The healing power of nature
• Uprooted Medicine by Dr Dilis Clare
Important Notice:
This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only.
The content discussed is not intended as medical advice and should not be used to diagnose, treat, or cure any condition, or replace guidance from a qualified healthcare professional.
Always consult a qualified healthcare professional regarding personal health concerns, symptoms, or treatment decisions.
Links:
Danu’s Irish Herb Garden
https://danusirishherbgarden.com
Uprooted Medicine
https://joinedupmedicine.com
Dr Clare Apothecary
https://drclareapothecary.com
Clinic Information
https://drclare.ie