This month, I’ve gone deep into the world of salt—its history, where we source it, how it has shaped civilizations, and, of course, which are the best salts to use in our kitchen. Continue reading →

This season, I’m focusing on breathing—why it’s vital to breathe correctly, the damage poor breathing does to our bodies and minds, and how to build healthier habits. Continue reading →

At Organico, we’re always on the lookout for exceptional products that align with our mission of promoting health, sustainability, and delicious, nutritious food. That’s why we’re thrilled to feature the Mush Mór range of mushroom powders—transforming the way health enthusiasts and food lovers alike experience mushrooms. Continue reading →

Looking for organic Christmas gift ideas for 2024? 'Tis the season! We're only a couple of weeks out from Christmas Day, which means it's time for us to give you a run-down of some of Organico's most giftable treats this year. As we've done for the past five seasons running, we asked a few members of our team to select their favourite things from our shelves, to help you shop for your own gang. In each section, you'll find a recommendation for: -A gift to give -A gift to receive -Something to bring to a festive dinner party So, without further ado, let's tuck into the main event. Continue reading →

Recently there has been a surge of interest in a food supplement called Berberine.  Berberine has some very interesting properties, and recently a number of us on the Organico team are trying it out with really positive results.  Continue reading →

“Have you tried taking Lion’s Mane yet?" is a common question among my female friends these days.  Menopause is a hot topic (pardon the pun!), so a mushroom said to reduce brain fog and anxiety, boost energy, and improve sleep fits right into our conversations.  Overall, the feedback from both women and men taking the supplement is very positive, so I decided to look into what all the buzz is about. Continue reading →

Inflammation, the body's natural defence mechanism against injury and infection, can turn into a silent foe when it becomes chronic.  Prolonged inflammation has been linked to a range of health conditions, including heart disease, arthritis, and even certain types of cancer.  However, the good news is that we can combat this harmful process by making simple yet effective dietary and lifestyle choices.  Continue reading →

We were thrilled to host Patrick Holford for a talk last month in Bantry. Patrick came to Bantry to visit us at Organico and promote his new book, called Upgrade your Brain. In the book Patrick takes a deep dive into what is causing the deterioration of our mental health, memory and intelligence.  Continue reading →

I recently found out that my bone density in my Lumbar Spine (my lower back) leaves something to be desired, which was quite a shock, and has made me look much more closely at everything to do with bone density, including diet, supplements and lifestyle. I thought I’d share what I’ve learned - bearing in mind I’m far from an expert, this is really just what I’ve learned so far. It’s a journey, as they say, and I’m only just starting it!  Continue reading →

When we first opened our doors in Bantry in 1992, Organico was called Essential Foods and the main focus was  - you guessed it!! - Food.  We mainly sold whole foods (the opposite of Ultra-processed foods), organic foods and bulk foods. We had very few supplements on our shelves and those we did were very simple - mainly tinctures, vitamins and a range of organic cold pressed juices from a company called Salus Haus. Continue reading →