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Herbs For Circulation
For teas, the rule of thumb is, one teaspoon of herb per cup of boiling water unless otherwise noted.
Unless otherwise noted, steep leaves 5 to 10 minutes in a covered container, twigs, bark and roots, steep 10 to 15 minutes (covered).
Black Cohosh
Note this will slow the pulse as a side effect, usually taken as a capsule.
Cayenne
Note this will increase the pulse as a side effect, also, cayenne is sometimes added to foot powder in shoes and boots to increase circulation.
Chickweed
Used as a tea
Golden Seal
Note this has a side effect of lowering blood sugar, taken as a tea, or as a capsule.
Horse Radish
Frequently used as a condiment, it will also clear your sinuses
Hyssop
In tea with honey
Rose Hips
In tea with honey, it is also an excellent source of vitamin C
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