Simply Wild Holistic Health

11/21/2025

Turmeric + Black Pepper = Blood Flow Powerhouse

Curcumin supports circulation on two levels:
• Helps prevent clots from forming
• Helps the body break down tiny clots that already exist

Black pepper increases the absorption of curcumin by 2,000% — which is why the classic golden milk recipe works so well.

Try this before bed:
• 1 tsp turmeric
• Pinch of black pepper
• Warm milk
• Honey
A simple nighttime ritual with big cardiovascular benefits.

11/20/2025

Willow Bark: Nature’s Original Circulation Support

Before aspirin existed, people used willow bark for discomfort and cardiovascular support.

Willow contains salicin, which your body converts into a gentler, natural form of salicylic acid.

Studies show:
• It reduces platelet clumping
• It supports healthy inflammation levels
• It’s often easier on the stomach than pharmaceutical aspirin

A simple example of nature doing what modern medicine later tried to imitate.

11/19/2025

11/19/2025

Ginkgo: More Than a Memory Herb

Most people think ginkgo is only for brain fog — but its real magic is in circulation support.

Ginkgo helps keep platelets from clumping together, supporting smooth, healthy blood flow.
This is why so many people notice clearer thinking, warmer extremities, and improved energy after using it consistently.

Important: Stop ginkgo 1–2 weeks before surgery or dental work. It’s powerful, so use it wisely.

11/18/2025

The Arterial De-Clogger (Cinnamon + Ginger + Garlic)

Most people have these three ingredients in their kitchen… but almost no one uses them in the way that actually improves circulation.

Cinnamon + ginger + garlic is one of the most consistently effective combinations for supporting healthy blood flow.
• Cinnamon helps reduce arterial stiffness
• Ginger warms and dilates vessels
• Garlic supports healthy platelet behavior

Together, they make a powerful circulation blend that helps with cold hands/feet, low energy, and mental fog.

Simple, inexpensive, and deeply rooted in traditional medicine — now backed by research.

This week I’ll be breaking down more herbs that support your heart and circulation. Stay tuned.

11/17/2025

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11/17/2025

Rosemary + Sage — Brain Fog Be Gone

Winter’s short days and heavy air can dull your focus — but these herbs clear the mist.
Both rosemary and sage contain carnosic acid, a compound that protects brain cells and enhances memory.

Try a rosemary-sage infusion in the morning instead of an extra coffee.
It sharpens focus, lifts your mood, and supports long-term brain health.

Your mind deserves as much nourishment as your body.

11/15/2025

Garlic + Thyme — Your Respiratory Rescue

Coughs that linger, chest congestion that won’t budge — nature already gave us the answer.
Garlic can reduce flu risk by two-thirds, and thyme helps relax coughs and clear mucus.

Try this soothing tonic:
Simmer 2–3 crushed garlic cloves with a teaspoon of dried thyme, add lemon and honey. Drink hot.
It supports your lungs, eases breathing, and warms your whole system from the inside out.

11/14/2025

Ginger + Peppermint — The Gut Reset

Holiday indulgence, stress, or winter bugs — your digestion feels it first.
Ginger and peppermint are the perfect pair for calming nausea, bloating, and discomfort.

Studies show:

Ginger eases nausea from pregnancy and motion sickness.

Peppermint reduces IBS symptoms and supports gut motility.

Try steeping fresh ginger with peppermint leaves, add a little honey, and sip slowly.
Your stomach — and mood — will both settle.

11/13/2025

Echinacea + Elderberry — The Immune System’s Secret Weapon

The second you feel a cold coming on, this is your first line of defense.

Clinical research shows elderberry can shorten cold duration and reduce severity. Pair it with echinacea, which activates immune defenses, and you’ve got nature’s flu shot in a teacup.

Keep an echinacea-elderberry syrup or tincture nearby. The key? Take it at the first tickle in your throat.

Stay ahead of the season — your immune system will thank you.

11/12/2025

Turmeric + Black Pepper — Your Joints’ Best Friend

Winter stiffness doesn’t have to slow you down.
Turmeric’s active compound, curcumin, has been shown in studies to rival ibuprofen for joint pain relief — without harming your gut. But here’s the secret: your body can’t absorb curcumin effectively without black pepper. Add a pinch, and absorption increases by 2,000%.

Try this:
Warm 1 cup of milk (dairy or plant-based), stir in 1 tsp turmeric, a pinch of black pepper, and a drizzle of honey.
It’s soothing, anti-inflammatory, and deeply restorative.