S U M M E R Summer is the season for playing outdoors! Whether you're a casual afternoon walker or a fierce white water rafter, this is the season to get exercise while having fun and soaking up the sun's healing nutrients! Check out these summer season companions ⬇︎ Use the essential oil diffuser bracelet to repel bugs. Add a few drops of Lemon and Lavender essential oil to repel bugs on your next outdoor adventure. This combination makes a lovely natural perfume that will help to boost your mood and energy levels, while calming the mind. Make 2 quarts of iced tea to stay hydrated throughout the day. If you don't already have one of these, you need one!...
June 2020 Hello June! And hello summertime! Are you busting out of your living area, craving some sunshine? I know I am - and I think that's a good thing since sunshine is now known for preventing the spread of Coronavirus - right? Now is such a perfect time to be outside enjoying the sunshine and fresh air! Temperatures are warming up, the sun is shining, bees are pollinating and the iced tea is SO refreshing! Continue reading to see what we're enjoying this month! Tea of the Month: Sencha Green & Lemongrass Sencha Green Tea is a delicate leaf does not like to be steeped in overly hot water, as it can quickly become astringent tasting. When prepared properly it is...
WELLNESS FOR KIDS At OBTC we encourage the love of tea and all things wellness from a young age so that our little ones can build the foundation of a healthy lifestyle early on. However, wellness with kids can be tricky! While we want the kids in our lives to have a passion for health, they generally have other motivations. I reached out to seven-year-old Penelope, our herbalist's daughter, to find out what wellness boosters she loves and why. This is what she said… Loose Leaf Tea First of all, Penelope wanted to make it clear that she likes sweet tea best. Her favorites are Horchata Rooibos, Peppermint with Lemongrass, and Berry with South Indian Black tea. Horchata is...
5 TIPS TO CREATING AN ENERGIZED AFTERNOON: STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESS As we approach the weekend, the latter half of the day can leave us feeling more fatigued than fulfilled. Especially with stay-at-home orders still in effect in some states, we often find ourselves wondering how to glide into the evening feeling like we killed it at work... like we earned a fancy cocktail and a belly laugh... like we can peacefully put our work-minds on the bench and tag in our playfulness. Here are a few strategies to getting shit done and feeling great about your day. 1. Hydrate Chug a glass of water, make a pitcher of tea, and get ready to tackle your objectives energetically! Hydrating will...
DIY Mother's Day Gifts HONEY MATCHA FACE MASK Combine the following: 3 PARTS RAW & UNFILTERED HONEY 2 PARTS COCONUT OIL 1 PART MATCHA A GENEROUS AMOUNT OF LAVENDER ESSENTIAL OIL This combination leaves your skin feeling clean and hydrated. Honey nourishes the skin with vitamins and minerals, and helps to regenerate skin cells. It is great for aging skin, but is also antibacterial and can help combat acne. Antioxidant rich Matcha helps to keep the skin looking youthful, even-toned, and glow-y. Coconut oil promotes elasticity and collagen production as it is rich in vitamins, healthy fats, and antioxidants. Lavender Essential Oil is soothing for a variety of skin conditions but also promotes relaxation, making it a lovely part of a home spa session. OLIVE OIL &...
