Remedies for Poor Circulation

Cayenne pepper has been used as a food and medicine in the Americas for at least 9,000 years. It was valued for its ability to stimulate digestion and, most importantly, improve blood circulation. Traditional herbalists have long used it as a 'catalyst' herb to enhance the action of other herbs in a formula.

Garlic's use as both food and medicine dates back over 5,000 years to ancient Egypt, where it was given to pyramid builders for strength. It has been used across cultures to treat everything from infections to heart disease. Its role in cardiovascular health, particularly for cholesterol and blood pressure, is one of its most studied attributes.

Ginkgo is one of the oldest living tree species, a 'living fossil.' It has been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine for thousands of years to improve brain function and treat respiratory problems. In modern times, it is most famous for its ability to enhance blood flow, particularly to the brain and extremities.

Known as the 'herb of longevity,' Gotu Kola is a staple in Ayurvedic, Chinese, and traditional African medicine. It is revered as a brain tonic, used to improve memory, enhance concentration, and calm the nervous system. In Africa, it is used for wound healing and mental clarity.

Hawthorn has been revered for centuries in Europe as a premier heart tonic. Roman physician Dioscorides wrote of it, and it was used in traditional European medicine to treat heart failure, high blood pressure, and irregular heartbeats. It was often called the 'heart's valet' for its gentle yet profound effects.

Despite its name, it is not related to the edible chestnut. Native to the Balkan Peninsula, Horse Chestnut was introduced to the rest of Europe and used traditionally to treat 'heavy legs,' swelling, and vein problems. It became a primary herbal treatment for chronic venous insufficiency and varicose veins.