Sounds like you're on top of things!
I frequently ask my clients to consume these three herbs - most frequently turmeric due to its anti-inflammatory properties. Saffron usually only comes up in cases of cerebral edema due to concussion; in other cases, I tend to prefer the blood invigorating properties of Hong Hua (safflower), both because the cost is a bit more reasonable and because it has a longer history of clinical usage in Chinese medicine (and so it is more practical to prescribe within the context of Chinese herbal formulas).
As for garlic, there is no need to comment. I especially like it fermented until black.
Best,
-Tianji
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