January Newsletter: A Gentle Reset

January often arrives with a lot of noise around resetting, cleansing and starting again. I prefer a quieter approach. After the richness and stimulation of December, the body does not need extremes. It needs support, warmth and a gentle return to rhythm.

This month is about easing back into balance and helping your body do what it already knows how to do. The colder winter months are not the time for intense detoxes. We can look to deeper cleansing in the spring, when the weather warms and the body is naturally more ready for it.

Supporting Digestion After the Festive Season

A few simple herbal allies can offer meaningful support in January, helping the body ease back into balance without pushing or overstimulating

Dandelion root or leaf

Traditionally used to support gentle liver function and digestion. Dandelion helps the body process richer food and supports natural elimination. Enjoy as a tea, especially earlier in the day.

Ginger

A warming herb that stimulates digestion and supports circulation. Ginger is particularly helpful if you feel cold, sluggish or bloated. Use fresh in teas, soups or meals to gently wake the digestive system.

Fennel

My personal favourite. Fennel is known for easing bloating, gas and digestive discomfort. Fennel tea after meals can help the stomach settle and support smoother digestion.

Chamomile

A calming herb that soothes both digestion and the nervous system. Chamomile is especially helpful in the evening, supporting relaxation, digestion and more settled sleep.

A January Kitchen Reset

This is not about cutting foods out, but about adding warmth and regularity back in. Focus on warm meals such as soups, stews and broths. Eat at consistent times where possible and try to slow down when you eat. Even one warm meal a day can noticeably support digestion and energy.

Dr Schulze’s Potassium Broth is a mineral-rich vegetable broth that gently supports digestion, hydration and energy. Warm and easy to digest, it offers nourishing support during winter or when the body feels sluggish, without placing extra demands on the system.

Why Potassium Broth is so Supportive

Potassium is a key electrolyte that helps balance fluids, support healthy nerve and muscle function, and maintain energy levels. A broth rich in potassium and other minerals also gently supports digestion and provides comfort without stressing the system. Warm, easy to digest, and deeply nourishing, it is ideal in winter or whenever the body feels sluggish.

Herbalists and traditional medicine have long used broths like this as gentle support, especially in colder months. Using potato peelings and other vegetable skins extracts extra minerals, giving the body resources it needs to rebuild strength.

Dr Schulze’s Potassium Broth Recipe

Serves: 4-6

Prep time: 10-15 minutes

Cooking time: 1-4 hours

Ingredients

• Potato peelings from 3-4 medium potatoes (unwashed if organic)

• Carrot peelings from 3-4 carrots

• 1-2 beets with greens, chopped

• 1-2 white onions, chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, smashed

• 2-3 stalks celery, chopped

• Hot peppers to taste (optional)

• Enough filtered or distilled water to just cover the vegetables

Optional herbs for extra winter support:

• Parsley: fresh, bright, vitamin-rich

• Thyme: gently supports the respiratory system

• Dandelion root or leaf: gentle liver and digestion support

• Bay leaf: adds digestive comfort and flavour

  
  

Method

1. Place all vegetable peelings, vegetables, garlic, optional herbs, and water in a large pot.

2. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to very low and simmer for 1-4 hours.

3. Strain the broth into a bowl or jug, discarding the solids.

4. Drink the broth warm as a nourishing drink or use as a base for soups and stews.

   
   

Tip: Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze in portions.

How to Use Potassium Broth

• Sip a cup in the morning or afternoon for hydration and mineral support.

• Use as a base for winter soups or stews to add extra nutrition.

• Combine with gentle movement, warm meals, and herbal teas to support the practice of wintering.

Potassium broth is a gentle, nourishing way to support the body during winter. It aligns beautifully with the practice of wintering; slowing down, resting, and supporting yourself with warmth, minerals, and herbs.

The practise of Wintering

January does not need to be about pressure or perfection. The practice of wintering, slowing down, resting and conserving energy, is a natural way to support the body during the colder months.

In herbal medicine, this season is supported with warmth, nourishing foods and gentle care rather than extremes. By embracing these simple, consistent practices now, you allow the body to rebuild strength naturally and prepare for deeper change when spring arrives.

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Wishing you a calm and steady start to the year,

Renee