Herbcast How Herbalism Supports Fertility and a Healthy Menstrual Cycle
In this episode of Herbcast, host Marion Mackonochie welcomes esteemed herbalist Marie Reilly, who brings over 20 years of experience in medical herbalism to the table. With a rich background that includes a master's degree focused on female functional infertility, Marie shares her insights on how herbal medicine can effectively support reproductive health.
The conversation delves into the myriad of reproductive health conditions that can benefit from herbal intervention, from PMS and endometriosis to fertility challenges. Marie discusses the limitations of orthodox medicine in addressing these issues and highlights the surprising effectiveness of herbal treatments, often with fewer side effects.
You will hear about:
- The importance of a holistic approach to diagnosing and treating reproductive health issues.
- How lifestyle factors and nutrition can influence fertility and menstrual cycles.
- The role of herbal remedies in addressing hormonal imbalances and conditions like endometriosis.
- Insights into the connection between autoimmune conditions and fertility challenges.
Marie also emphasizes the significance of thorough consultations in herbal practice, which allow for a deeper understanding of individual health needs. By combining traditional wisdom with modern science, this episode provides a comprehensive look at how herbal medicine can empower individuals on their journey to reproductive health.
Join us for this engaging discussion and discover how you can harness the power of herbs to support a healthy cycle.
Marie Reilly has over 20 years experience as a Medical Herbalist. She qualified from the College of Phytotherapy having conducted her undergraduate research dissertation on the use of Herbs in the treatment of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS/ME). She subsequently completed the Scottish School of Herbal Medicine Masters Degree Programme, after completing research on the treatment of female functional infertility with herbal medicine. She has also studied Endobiogenic Medicine with Dr. Jean Claude Lapraz, and Ayurveda with Dr. Vasant Lad, and is the author of Herbal Medicine and Reproductive Health.
Marie previously taught on the BSc Herbal Sciences course at Cork Institute of Technology. She currently teaches on the practitioner training courses at The Plant Medicine School in Cork, Excelsior in Belfast, and Betonica in the UK, and regularly supervises training clinics for students from various courses in the UK and Ireland. She has lectured at the Cork Institute of Technology Herbal Science Symposium; at Botanica 2014 (Trinity College Dublin); the National Institute of Medical Herbalists Annual Conference; Power of Plants festival; and Herbfeast Ireland. She also regularly provides numerous CPD seminars on various subjects for practitioners of herbal medicine.
In the past, she has appeared on RTE’s “Health Squad” and “The Afternoon Show”, on various programmes for WLRfm, and has been interviewed for various National Newspapers in Ireland and the UK. She continues to write a weekly health column in the Dungarvan Leader, and to provide talks and demonstrations for local groups.
Marie is also a qualified Emergency First Responder, and works in conjunction with a Medical Doctor and Paramedic, to provide emergency first aid in the local community as part of the Lismore Community First Response Team, a voluntary service.
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