Herbs for Cardiovascular Health: Hawthorn, Garlic, Motherwort, and More

Heart disease is the number one cause of death globally, and nearly 50% of adults in the US have at least one major cardiovascular risk factor. The good news is you likely have herbs in your kitchen and garden that can help.Learn the herbal actions that matter most for cardiovascular health as we share top herbs for heart support, from culinary powerhouses like garlic, ginger, rosemary, and cayenne, to longer-term tonics like hawthorn, motherwort, and ginkgo. These herbs work best alongside good daily habits to truly nourish your heart for the long haul.What's in this episode:Why heart health matters The cardiovascular system's connection to blood sugar, stress, inflammation, and the liverHerbal actions to know: antispasmodics, cardiotonics, circulatory stimulants, hypotensives, nervines, and vasodilatorsCulinary herbs as cardiovascular medicine: garlic, ginger, rosemary, and cayenneHawthorn: the heart tonic herbalists reach for again and againMotherwort for stress-induced hypertension and heart palpitationsGinkgo biloba and microcirculation: cold hands, brain fog, and beyondFor the Blueberry Cinnamon Heart Healthy Shrub recipe head here: theherbalistspath.com/blog/herbs-for-heart-health-hawthorn-garlic-motherwortLike the show? Got a Q? Shoot us a Text!Wondering how you can use your herbal skills to help people when times are tough?Grab Medicine For The People - An Herbalist's Guide To Showing Up For Your Community In Times of NeedIt's loaded with ideas and resources to help you help others!💚 Click here to geSupport the showReady to deepen your herbal skills and knowledge?Whether you're stocking your family's medicine cabinet, building your formulation skills, or stepping into the role of community herbalist, we have a program for you.Learn more hereIf you enjoyed this episode, it would mean so much if you left us a review and shared it with a friend. It helps more herbalists find their way here, and helps make herbalism #SpreadLikeWildFlowers 🌸Join me on: TikTok | Instagram | Facebook | Pinterest | YouTubeDisclaimer:*The information shared on this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for medical treatment. Please consult your medical care provider before using herbs.