One day I was sauntering along the main shopping street in Bantry, enjoying the sunny day and the agreeable buzz of the shoppers, when a car drew up sharply on the opposite side of the road and a harassed faced woman, yelled out across the noise of the traffic “are you the menopause woman?” well that took me by surprise...

The time of year between the spring equinox and mid-summer is for me the most wonderful. I begin to spend more and more time outside, while the days are lengthening and the sun is starting to feel stronger the layers of clothes that I happily swaddled myself in through the harshness of winter are being shed. It’s almost a surprise...

Anyone who would like to start their own garden should come along to a free Open Evening in Organico Cafe on Friday the 15th of April at 7.30. Get Growing, a local Charity run by vollunteers who are experienced and passionate gardeners, is starting a serise of hands-on classes which will help you to plan and start to grow vegetables...

Celebrate National Rude Health Week 2011 - Come and join us in learning more about naturally good health at Organico. Enjoy a range of free talks and consultations: Friday 8th April Sinead Ni Ghealbhain (Pukka Herbs) – Free Consultations on Ayurvedic Medicine and Family Health 11-3pm Monday 11th April Roisin O’Shea (Nutritional product Consultant) free consultations on Hormonal Health for...

We are delighted to be finally stocking Buddha Bunz Dryer Balls - if you use them in your tumble dryer they reduce static, speed up your drying time and make your clothes all soft and fluffy without needing chemicals. Great for your pocket and great for the environment!

Post Pregnancy Hair Loss is very common and can be very upsetting. It can be just part of the cycle of Hair growth, but it is still a good idea to make sure of your nutrient levels so as to prevent un-necessary damage to your hair. 1. Many women suffer post partum hair loss which can have a nutritional basis...

EFT WORKSHOPS (Emotional Freedom Technique) will be held on 21 - 23 Jan 2011 at Dervish, 50 Cornmarket Street, Cork. with Clare Roche, AAMET certified trainer, Level 3 (advanced) EFT practitioner Matrix Reimprinting practitioner. If you're looking for a new way to deal with stress and challenging emotions this could be the place for you! www.tapenergy.eu 087 915 2597 Level...

In our enthusiasm for rare ancient “Superfoods’’ which we hope might unlock the secret of eternal health, we can often overlook the simple, abundant, local foods that might enrich our health. I think one of the most overlooked foods locally is seaweed. This month I decided to focus on seaweed and share some of the amazing information I have read about the benefits of adding it to our diet. Historically in Ireland seaweeds have been used in soups and stews, as a cough remedy/convalescent food, for pain-reducing baths, as a glaze for pottery, an ingredient in soap, Continue reading →

How healthy is milk?? By Hannah Dare of Organico Bantry. (Published in the West Cork People October 2010) We are constantly told that milk and dairy products are essential for our health. But what if that is simply not true? What if, instead, milk products are not suitable for adults and should be only eaten very rarely? This month I have been reading about milk and its connections to serious illnesses like breast and prostate cancer, and looking at whether it is actually a good source of minerals or protein. Given that I really enjoy cheese and milky coffee, this has been difficult to research, but I am more and more convinced that we should enjoy dairy products as a treat rather than as the backbone of our diet. Have a read and see what you think. Continue reading →

Before we start any detox plan, we must remind ourselves of the importance of relaxation, not only for our mental and physical well-being, but specifically for our digestive systems! This week let's concentrate on relaxing at every meal, and chewing our food thoroughly. This gives your body the opportunity to let the oxygen in your blood to flow to your...