Derrynane-Herbalist

24/05/2025

Looking forward to contributing to this weekend Sat 6th and Sun 7th June

09/12/2024

For the time of year that's ahead :)

It’s true, eating chocolate does make you happy! A clinical trial investigated the effects of a cocoa-rich chocolate on depression and sleep quality in menopausal women. In this triple blind, randomised clinical trial, 60 menopausal women between the ages of 45 and 65 were randomised to receive 78% dark chocolate (12 g/day) or milk chocolate with less than 2% cocoa (12 g/day) for eight weeks. The primary outcome was the depression score (Beck Depression Inventory-second edition (BDI-II)). Secondary outcomes included sleep quality and anthropometric indices.

Results showed that the mean depression score for the group receiving dark chocolate was significantly reduced, compared to the milk chocolate group (mean difference: -2.3; 95% confidence interval: -3.9 to -0.8; p = 0.003). However, no statistically significant difference in the overall sleep quality score and its subdomains was observed between the two groups after the intervention (p > 0.05). Furthermore, after the intervention, there was no statistically significant difference between the two groups in terms of anthropometric indices, including weight (p = 0.075), BMI (p = 0.137), waist circumference (p = 0.463), and hip circumference (p = 0.114).

The results of this study are consistent with several others that have examined the effects of cocoa-containing products on depression or mood. In a cross-sectional study by Smith and coworkers involving 13,626 adult Americans, individuals who consumed dark chocolate were less likely to exhibit clinically relevant depressive symptoms. In a systematic review and meta-analysis by Gabbiadini and coworkers, nine clinical interventions were examined. Cocoa-rich products had a significant short-term effect on depressive symptoms. In a systematic review by Scholey and Owen, 5 out of 8 studies concluded that chocolate or its constituents positively affect mood. And finally, a clinical trial conducted by Natsume and coworkers found consuming a beverage containing cacao flavanols for eight weeks improved negative mood indicators (such as depression, fatigue, and irritability) and overall mood disturbance scores in middle-aged women.

For more information see https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39397049/

21/05/2024

NEW AND IMPROVED STRONGER FORMULA!!!

And in a bigger spray bottle

Available in selected locations throughout Kerry and directly from me

25/03/2023

www.herbpatchproject.com.....just a few days left to join us this year. We are busy preparing our selection of herbs for your school.

09/02/2023

03/02/2023

Herb patch project is now open for spring 2023.. hooray !!!! 🎉🎉
https://www.herbpatchproject.com/product/herbpatch-kit/

04/01/2023

Evergreen Clinic Cork

Back in Cork Monday 9th January. For appointments call Niall on 0872287744

14/12/2022

CHRISTMAS OPENING HOURS

Last post for repeat prescriptions is Friday
16th December

Clinic closes on Wednesday 21st December and reopens Wednesday 4th January

Evergreen clinic - closes end of business Monday 19th December and reopens 9th January 2923

Wishing everyone a very happy Christmas and New Years 🎄

22/11/2022

Reminder to ask those Cork based that I’ll be in the Evergreen clinic of Natural Medicine next Monday 10am - 6pm.
By appointment only, to book call Niall on 0872187744

06/10/2022

Natural therapies work to promote and support the body’s own in-built ability to heal and be well, offering a well-tolerated and body-friendly route to better health. You are welcome to phone us in office hours on 021 496 6209, to discuss how best to meet your health needs. If you would like to re...

14/09/2022

"News Flash"

I will soon be holding a clinic day from the Evergreen Clinic in Cork. I will be available weekly on Mondays by appointment only, commencing October 3rd, 2022 10am - 6pm.

For further information or to book an appointment please contact me directly on 0872187744

Huge thanks to Kevin ( http://www.evergreenclinic.ie ) for making this happen

Natural therapies work to promote and support the body’s own in-built ability to heal and be well, offering a well-tolerated and body-friendly route to better health. You are welcome to phone us in office hours on 021 496 6209, to discuss how best to meet your health needs. If you would like to re...

27/06/2022

Sunday the 3rd of July noon at Derrynane. Call John to book a spot on a seaweed discovery workshop.