Let’s be fucking honest. No matter how "together" we think we are, life still throws curveballs —
colds, stomach aches, fevers, sore muscles, low energy days... you name it.
Instead of panicking or reaching for random pills, I like having a few ride or die natural remedies
at home that actually work and don't taste like drain cleaner.
Here’s my go-to lineup:
1. Local Raw Honey + Garlic + Salt = Magic Potion
Listen, I get it. Garlic and honey together sounds weird, but honestly it tastes good and trust me,
your immune system will thank you.
- Raw honey is loaded with natural enzymes and good bacteria.
- Garlic is basically nature’s antibiotic (without the side effects).
- Salt helps draw out even more healing properties from the garlic.
How I use it:
I slice or lightly smash a few cloves of fresh garlic, mix them into a small jar of raw honey,
sprinkle a pinch of high-quality salt (like pink Himalayan or sea salt), and let it sit for a few hours.
When I feel that scratchy throat or first tickle of a cold coming on? One spoonful of this liquid
gold.
2. Apple Cider Vinegar: Upset Stomach's Worst Enemy
Apple cider vinegar (ACV) with “the mother” is the ultimate enemy of an upset tummy. My mom
used to make this for me ANYTIME I felt bloated, nauseous, sick, hungover... and let me tell you
it WORKED.
Here’s why:
- It balances stomach acid levels
- Kills off bad bacteria
- Helps your gut digest food faster (goodbye bloating!)
How I use it:
When my stomach feels off (nausea, heaviness, too many tacos), I mix:
- 1 tablespoon raw ACV
- 1 cup warm water
- A teaspoon of raw honey
- Tiny pinch of cinnamonSip it slowly. Instant reset.
Bonus: ACV also helps balance blood sugar, clear your skin, and boost your metabolism.
3. DIY Natural Pain Reliever (Smells Good, Works Better)
I’m not about that life where you just “deal” with muscle aches or tension headaches. Instead, I
whip up this easy natural rub:
Pain Relief Balm Recipe:
- ½ cup coconut oil
- 2 tablespoons beeswax (to firm it up)
- 10 drops peppermint essential oil (cooling + numbs pain)
- 10 drops eucalyptus oil (boosts circulation)
- 5 drops lavender oil (relaxes muscles)
How to make it:
Melt the coconut oil and beeswax over low heat, stir in the oils, pour into a little jar, and let it
solidify.
Massage into sore spots: shoulders, back, temples! Use anytime you need quick relief without
smelling like a pharmacy.
4. Simple Fever Reducer Tea (Stuff You Actually Have)
When you’re burning up and want to try the natural way first, you need a fever-fighting tea that’s
easy to make with what’s already in your kitchen.
Easy Fever Tea:
- 1 tablespoon dried chamomile
- 1 tablespoon peppermint tea
- Squeeze of lemon
- Raw honey to taste
Instructions:
1. Steep chamomile and peppermint together in hot water for 10 minutes.
2. Add lemon and honey.
3. Sip slowly under a cozy blanket.
Why it works:
- Chamomile helps calm the body and promotes restful sleep
- Peppermint cools you from the inside out
- Lemon boosts vitamin C to support your immune system
Tip: If you’re super sweaty (because your body’s trying to cool itself naturally), stay hydrated
with water + a pinch of salt or a natural electrolyte powder too.
5. Shilajit for Energy (Nature’s Pre-Workout)
Some days, coffee just doesn’t cut it. Enter shilajit — a sticky, black, mineral-packed resin found
in the mountains (basically ancient, compressed plant magic).
What it does:
- Boosts energy naturally (no crash)
- Supports brain function and memory
- Balances hormones and reduces fatigue over time
How I use it:
I stir a pea-sized amount into warm tea, coffee, or just hot water in the morning. It tastes earthy
(not gonna lie) but you feel the difference — sharp, grounded energy without feeling jittery.
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Having a handful of trusted, natural remedies at home is about feeling prepared, empowered,
and connected to your body’s natural rhythms.
Whether it’s honey-garlic magic, a gut-soothing shot of ACV, a cozy fever tea, muscle-saving
balm, or ancient mountain minerals — these five simple remedies seriously make a difference in
my everyday life.
Because when life throws curveballs, you don’t just want to survive.
You want to feel wild, well, and strong.
