Clear Skies Ahead
Herbalist, Monika Beau offers tips for overcoming seasonal hay fever. Spring brings warmer weather and longer days, creating the perfect opportunity to enjoy outdoor activities. However, for many people, it...
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Good Manufacturing Process
Irish Botanica® Echinacea and Peace & Calm Valerian are grown on a farm which has a Good Manufacturing Practices License. Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) refer to guidelines laid down by...
Bio Dynamic Farming Process
Irish Botanica® Echinacea and Peace & Calm Valerian are both grown bio-dynamically on an organic herb farm with a Good Manufacturing Practice licence. Bio-dynamic farming is a form of organic...
How it’s Made
Irish Botanica® Echinacea and Peace & Calm Valerian are grown, manufactured and bottled on the same bio-dynamic farm, read on to learn about the production processes; The plants are bio-dynamically...
Stress and Anxiety
While stress in itself in not an illness it can cause serious illness if not tackled. The body responds to stress with a series of physiological changes that include increased...
Lion's Mane
The Lion's Mane mushroom, also known as 'hou tou gu' or 'yamabushitake,' is native to Asia and may be found in China, Japan, and Korea. It was discovered around 2,000...
Looking after your Liver
It’s not uncommon to feel sluggish and bloated after Christmas, particularly if you’ve indulged a little too much. Your liver represents the body’s primary filtration system, converting toxins into waste...
Healthy Memory Matters
Herbalist, Monika Beau offers smart tips for supporting your memory. Where are the keys? Where did I park my car? When was that appointment? These common questions illustrate everyday forgetfulness,...
Unlock the Secrets to Restful Nights
Sleep expert Tom Coleman reveals essential tips on how to improve sleep quality, boost your energy, and embrace healthier habits for a more balanced life. As a sleep expert, Tom...
Herbs to Support You Through Cold and Flu Seasons
Herbalist Monika Beau shares some of her favourite traditional remedies. At this time of year, we must think about our immune health. Our immune system works best when we’re healthy...
Functional Funghi
Choosing a mushroom supplement is more complicated than it appears. Fortunately, Nutritional Therapist Sarah Brereton is here to help… There are many mushroom supplements on the Irish market, so how...
Festive Mushroom Tonic
Recipe by Lauren Lovatt Serves 2 This is a cosy drink for a cool winter’s night with adaptogenic mushrooms, spices and a shot of coffee. Enjoy with a plant based...
Are You Getting Enough Sleep?
As children and teens head back to school and routines become more structured, it can be a good time to prioritise sleep as part of our new schedules. In today’s fast-paced...
A new solution for a good night’s sleep
By Clair Whitty of The Natural Health Store in Kilkenny & Wexford. Are you finding it difficult to get to sleep or to stay asleep? Are you constantly waking up...
Dreaming of a good night’s sleep?
A proper night's rest is essential to good health, but many struggle to drop off at night, or wake frequently. Nutritional Therapist, Sarah Brereton shares her tips to becoming a...
3 Treasures of the Mushroom World
Herbalist David Foley explores the wonderful world of mushrooms. Thanks to documentaries like Fantastic Fungi the public are rediscovering the wonders of mushrooms, used by herbalists for thousands of years in...