The 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 12: Linking Iron Deficiency to Chronic Pain
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.
read moreThe Herb Doctor – Episode 10: Joined Up Medicine – Listener Health Questions
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.
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.
read moreThe Herb Doctor – Episode 8: Onion Layers: Unveiling Herbal Health Secrets
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.
read moreThe Herb Doctor – Episode 7: Beyond Pharmaceuticals: Exploring Herbal Alternatives
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.
read moreThe Herb Doctor – Episode 6: Witches, Wars & Remedies – Uncovering Herbal History
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.
read moreThe Herb Doctor – Episode 4: Autoimmunity & Herbal Insights
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.
read moreThe Herb Doctor – Episode 2: Herbal Wisdom for Everyday Ailments
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.
read moreThe Herb Doctor – Episode 5: Gut Wisdom – Herbal Allies for Microbiome Health and Parasitic Balance
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.
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