I’ve always been passionate about water - I love watching it, swimming in it, and I even completed my MA Thesis on the sociological effects of water privatisation around the globe. Who owns water rights is a huge issue - in many places, if you control the source of water, you basically have all the power.  Continue reading →

If the concept of Irish wine sounds, well... a bit foreign to you, you wouldn't be alone. Ireland certainly isn't known for its vineyards—but they are, in fact, in existence, and there is a movement of producers who are bottling their own remarkable Irish wines. We recently had the pleasure of hosting David Dennison, the man behind the brand Viking Irish Drinks, who came in-store to tell us all about their range of organic Irish wines, and what's happening in the world of Irish grape growing. Continue reading →

I don’t often notice the latest skincare trends, but one caught my eye recently and made me reflect on what I’ve learned over the years about natural skincare. The obsession with Korean-inspired “glass skin” — that impossibly smooth, poreless, dewy look — is completely unrealistic for those of us with real skin. We’re not models in our 20s with plump, undamaged skin. We’re real people, and a 12-step routine isn’t practical — or even necessary. Continue reading →

The truth about chemical sunscreens isn't pretty I’ve written about mineral vs chemical suncreams before - but every year I’m shocked by the number of my friends and family that still use chemical sun creams, seemingly unaware of the dangers they pose to human and marine life.  The global sun cream market is huge, and unfortunately, most suncreams are made using a cocktail of chemicals like oxybenzone (a known hormone disruptor), octinoxate (banned in some places due to environmental concerns), and octocrylene (linked to the production of free radicals and damage to coral reefs) to name just a few. Continue reading →

Introducing Milo… I’ll admit it—I got a Covid puppy! Like so many others, the lifestyle changes of those months meant our family was suddenly in a position to welcome a pet we might have otherwise thought we were too busy for. Enter Milo, our lively Irish Water Spaniel, who bounded into our lives in April 2020. And honestly? We’re all the better for it. Continue reading →

Every now and again a natural health supplement comes along that makes us really sit up and take notice. If you’ve been following our articles for a while, you’ll know we love discovering new and interesting healing plants — and today we want to shine a light on a little gem you might not have heard of yet: Lignosus mushroom extract, also known as Tiger Milk Mushroom.  Continue reading →

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 →

I love reminding myself of how many natural, inexpensive, easy-to-consume foods we grow in Ireland that have incredible health benefits. I’m thinking of seaweeds (especially Carrageen), hemp seeds, herbs like dandelion and nettle, drinks like beetroot juice and aronia berry juice, and in particular, the humble but oh so powerful flax seed.   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 →