Unlock turmeric’s power with a pinch of pepper
Namaste,
Starting today this newsletter comes in a new format. Each edition will bring you 5 focused insights that are practical, actionable, and ready to use right away. I think you’ll enjoy them.
Small daily choices can shift how we feel in surprising ways. This week brings gentle practices for steady energy, deeper rest, and even unlocking turmeric’s full strength with a simple spice pairing.
1. Weekly Health Insight – Eat your largest meal at lunch for steady energy
Ayurveda teaches that your digestive fire is strongest around midday. This is when your body can break down and assimilate food most efficiently.
Eating your largest meal at lunch instead of dinner helps prevent heaviness and sluggishness later in the evening plus helps you wake up more refreshed and energized.
Try making lunch your most nourishing meal this week and notice how your afternoon energy shifts.
2. The Quick Win – Spend 5 minutes in natural light upon waking
Expose yourself to natural light within the first half hour of waking. This simple habit anchors your circadian rhythm, boosts morning alertness, and sets you up for deeper sleep at night.
Even a few minutes on your balcony or by a sunny window makes a difference.
3. The Science Behind It – How regular stretching improves circulation
Stretching does more than increase flexibility. When you lengthen your muscles, blood vessels open and circulation improves, delivering oxygen and nutrients more effectively throughout the body.
Better circulation supports heart health, reduces stiffness, and leaves you feeling lighter and more energized.
4. Wellness Wonder – Boost turmeric absorption with black pepper
Turmeric has powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, yet its active compound, curcumin, is not easily absorbed by the body.
Adding a pinch of black pepper, which contains piperine, can increase absorption by up to 2000 percent. Use the duo in cooking, golden milk, or teas to get the most benefit.
👉 Use my golden milk recipe to support you immunity and a calmer mind.
5. Today’s Practice – Write down one thing you accomplished today
Before going to sleep, take a moment to jot down one thing you did well today. It can be big or small, but it closes the day with a sense of progress.
This habit trains your mind to focus on growth rather than unfinished tasks.
