Turmeric and Black Pepper: Why They Have to Come Together
Turmeric's curcumin is barely absorbed alone. Black pepper's piperine raises its absorption by up to 2,000 percent. Here is why the two belong together.
Maila Kola: the Sri Lankan Piper that calms inflammation
Maila Kola (Piper sarmentosum) is a traditional Sri Lankan herb used for cooling and anti-inflammatory support. Here is what it does and how to take it daily.
Welpenela, the puff vine that supports skin, hair, and joints
Welpenela, the Sri Lankan puff vine, calms the inflammation behind skin flare-ups, stiff joints, and a flaky scalp, with a gentle cortisone-like effect on irritated skin.
Golden turmeric latte: the slow drink for sore joints and tired weeks
Golden turmeric latte recipe with Ceylon cinnamon and coconut milk. Daily curcumin lowered inflammatory markers in a 2025 clinical trial after 90 days.
Iramusu, the Sri Lankan herb that cools the body from the inside
Iramusu has cooled Sri Lankan villages for centuries. Modern research confirms its anti-inflammatory and skin-supporting effects. Here is how to actually use it.