Dr Dilis Clare – Dr Clare Clinic

The Herb Doctor Podcast – Episode 19: Natural Approaches to Sinus Congestion and Seasonal Comfort

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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.

The Herb Doctor – Episode 17: Autumn Foraging

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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.

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 12: Linking Iron Deficiency to Chronic Pain

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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 Herb Doctor – Episode 10: Joined Up Medicine – Listener Health Questions

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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.

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.

The Herb Doctor – Episode 8: Onion Layers: Unveiling Herbal Health Secrets

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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.

The Herb Doctor – Episode 7: Beyond Pharmaceuticals: Exploring Herbal Alternatives

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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.

The Herb Doctor – Episode 6: Witches, Wars & Remedies – Uncovering Herbal History

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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.

The Herb Doctor – Episode 4: Autoimmunity & Herbal Insights

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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.