The Herb Doctor – Episode 11: St. John’s Wort and the Standardisation Debate
The drug interactions were due to manipulating the formula — adding extra hyperforin. In its traditional form, St. John’s Wort is very safe, with mild, transient effects similar to placebo. Standardising it to pharmaceutical levels didn’t automatically make it safer — in fact, it did the opposite.
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The 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.
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The 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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The 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.
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The 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.
Welcome to The Dr. Clare Apothecary Podcast – where time-honoured herbal traditions meet modern, integrative healthcare.
Join Dr. Dilis Clare, an experienced General Practitioner and leading authority in clinical herbal medicine, as she shares her knowledge from decades of work at her Sea Road clinic and apothecary in Galway.
Alongside broadcaster Caitriona Hegarty, this podcast offers grounded, insightful conversations on everyday health and wellness—exploring the role of herbs in supporting the body and mind through all stages of life.
Each episode covers wide-ranging topics including:
Hormonal wellbeing and menstrual health
Immune and respiratory support
Digestive balance and inflammation
Stress, energy, and emotional resilience
Herbal approaches for common seasonal issues
Blending practical advice with relatable stories and a healthy dose of Irish humour, Dr. Clare aims to make natural wellness accessible, evidence-informed, and empowering.
Who is this podcast for?
Whether you’re new to herbal remedies or a seasoned natural health explorer, this show offers a welcoming space to learn, reflect, and discover new ways to support your wellbeing.
New episodes every fortnight.
Learn more or browse Dr Clare products at https://www.drclareapothecary.com
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