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Herbal KnowledgeAug 1, 2024
Dog Days of Summer: Herbal Allies to Help You Keep Up
Did you know the phrase “dog days of summer” references Sirius (the Dog Star)? The Ancient Greeks and Romans referred to this period of summer after the solstice as the “dog star days,” when the Earth was in close proximity to Sirius.1 This period is also the height of summer – where days are long, hot, and ripe for adventure.
If you're ready to grab your paw-some pal and get out there, learn about these herbal allies for human use to support energy, stamina, and of course, recovery. And please make sure to follow these tips to keep your pet safe and cool in the heat!*
All Herb Pharm products are specifically developed for human use. If you are interested in finding a holistic veterinarian near you, please visit the American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association.
Guayusa
Power up your day with help from Guayusa. This exciting new addition to our lineup is also our very first nootropic capsule! Guayusa has been used for thousands of years throughout South America. This herb provides natural energy, clear focus, and antioxidant activity support – all without the extra jitters. We make our Guayusa capsules with the dried leaf of Ilex guayusa plants that are ethically sourced from Ecuador. It’ll help you make sure the doggo never misses their daily walk.*
Rhodiola
Rhodiola is another one of our favorites for both energy and adaptogenic support. If the fast pace of summer has you feeling a bit stressed, Rhodiola can help make things more manageable. After all, hopping between vacations, work responsibilities, and day-to-day fun activities can require a lot to balance! Rhodiola supports a normalized stress response and promotes energy, endurance, and stamina. Rhodiola liquid herbal extract can help you keep up with all, and we offer Rhodiola, Alcohol-Free for those who prefer it.*
Asian Ginseng
If you’re looking for another versatile liquid herbal extract to keep on hand, Asian Ginseng is definitely a power choice! Not only does Asian Ginseng support energy, it’s also a nootropic that helps you focus and an adaptogen that helps you manage daily stress. Out of all of our caffeine-free energy-supportive herbal options, Asian Ginseng is on the upper end of the energy scale. It’s perfect for those summer moments when you want to skip the siesta and re-energize yourself for the day ahead. And for those avoiding alcohol, we also offer Asian Ginseng, Alcohol-Free.*
Cramp Bark
It wouldn’t be a day out with the dogs without a little bark! And speaking of bark, our Cramp Bark liquid herbal extract is a favorite for traditional support of the musculoskeletal system. Key if you plan to be active as we close out the summer. We prepare this liquid herbal extract using the responsibly wildcrafted bark of Viburnum opulus trees in Kentucky. The bark is hand-harvested in the spring or fall, carefully shade-dried, then thoroughly extracted.*
Turmeric
To round out your selections for the dog days of summer, consider adding our Turmeric liquid herbal extract to your lineup. While you might be familiar with Turmeric as a tasty culinary spice, it is also regarded as a traditional Ayurvedic tonic herb for multi-system support. In fact, modern research and clinical studies on Turmeric began in India in the 1970s and it has become one of the most well-studied herbs.2 You can think of Turmeric as your golden herbal ally for healthy joint function support as well as a post-exercise recovery aid for all ages.*
References
- [1] Here’s why we call this time of year the “dog days” of summer. Animals. Published July 16, 2021. https://www.nationalgeographic.com/animals/article/150710-dog-days-summer-sirius-star-astronomy-weather-language
- [2] Mitchell, F. (1999). Hoodoo medicine: Gullah herbal remedies. Summerhouse Press.