The Herb Doctor Podcast – Episode 21: The Doctrine of Signatures
In this episode, Caitríona Hegarty speaks with Dr. Dilis Clare about the Doctrine of Signatures, a historical framework used to remember and interpret medicinal plants. The discussion explores how herbal medicine has been sidelined over time, how skepticism shapes medical narratives, and why understanding history matters when reclaiming traditional knowledge.
read moreThe Herb Doctor Podcast – Episode 19: Natural Approaches to Sinus Congestion and Seasonal Comfort
A calm, practical conversation exploring natural approaches to sinus congestion and seasonal comfort. Caitriona and Dr. Dilis share everyday home practices, traditional herbal supports, and simple lifestyle shifts that many people find grounding during the winter months.
read moreThe Herb Doctor – Episode 17: Autumn Foraging
Caitríona Hegarty and Dr. Dilis Clare explore autumn hedgerows — tasting fuchsia berries, comparing haws, and discussing rose hips, lavender seed, nettle seed, and wild carrot. A lively chat on safe, mindful foraging and Dr. Clare’s new book Uprooted Medicine.
read moreThe Herb Doctor – Episode 16: Exploring Herbal Medicine: Evidence and Alteratives
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.
read moreThe Herb Doctor – Episode 15: Sweat It Out – Herbal Fever Insights
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.
read moreThe Herb Doctor – Episode 14: Herbal Perspectives on Sleep & Anxiety
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.
read moreThe Herb Doctor – Episode 9: Healing Through Grief: Herbal Support for Emotional Wellness
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.
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