Caitríona Hegarty – Dr Clare Clinic

The Herb Doctor – Episode 16: Exploring Herbal Medicine: Evidence and Alteratives

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A calm, practical conversation about how evidence is gathered for herbal medicine—plus a primer on “alteratives,” a traditional category of herbs used in blends. Dr. Dilis Clare shares how different study types fit alongside long-standing practice, with a focus on burdock root tea as a case example.

The Herb Doctor – Episode 15: Sweat It Out – Herbal Fever Insights

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Dr. Dílis Clare and Caitríona Hegarty explore herbs traditionally used to support the body’s natural cooling responses — from elderflower to yarrow — and discuss how gentle sweating has long been part of herbal practice.

The Herb Doctor – Episode 14: Herbal Perspectives on Sleep & Anxiety

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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.

The Herb Doctor – Episode 9: Healing Through Grief: Herbal Support for Emotional Wellness

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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.