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DECEMBER TEA NOTES

DECEMBER 2019 It's the most wonderful time of the year... And quite possibly the busiest time of the year as well! Gift shopping, holiday parties, final exams, and more family get-togethers! We have lots of festive teas and recipes to keep up with the hustle and bustle! Read more below! Tea of the Month: Mocha Mate and Peppermint Thin Mint Cookie! Mocha Mate boosts energy and improves mental focus without the jittery side effects. It is antioxidant and vitamin rich and is a fat burner. Peppermint relieves stress and anxiety, prevents nausea, and relieves cold and flu symptoms. All of the perfect benefits needed during this busy and chilly season, right??Mocha Mate and Peppermint is blended with toasted mate tea, dark chocolate chips, natural hazelnut flavor, natural...

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WE HOPE YOU'RE READY TO GEEK OUT…

We hope you're ready to geek out… DIFFUSE WITH PURPOSE Essential oils have so many benefits… Eucalyptus Globulous provides instant relief for a stuffy nose, can help alleviate migraines, and combat a flu.  Lemon oil can be used to treat acne, the common cold, and can reduce inflammation. Oregano has been praised for its antimicrobial, anti-fungal, antiviral, and antiseptic properties.  ... There are so many uses and so much to know. ​ There is something going on at a molecular level that we're fascinated by: they're called monoterpenes.  MONOTERPENES Monoterpenes are compounds produced by many types of plants including trees, vegetables, fruits, flowers, and herbs: they contribute to the flavor and aroma of the plant. Studies have shown that monoterpenes...

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NOVEMBER TEA NOTES

NOVEMBER 2019 The month of November seems to fly by for me! Fall is in full swing - the days are getting shorter, leaves are in the process of changing colors and piling up on the ground, and the holidays are right around the corner! We have lots of festive teas and recipes to keep up with the changing seasons! Read more below! 👇 Tea of the Month: Pecan Pie Pu Erh & Horchata Rooibos Pecan Pie Pu Erh and Horchata Rooibos is a blend full of fall flavors, featuring the nuttiness of the pecans and cinnamon spice! It is moderately caffeinated, promotes weight-loss, promotes strong bones, great for skin and hair health, and is antioxidant rich! We love this blend hot, with a dash of...

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THE CURE FOR MONDAY ANXIETIES

100% ESSENTIAL OIL: SALVIA SCALARIACLARY SAGE WHY WE LOVE THIS OIL:This herbaceous smelling oil is high in Sesquiterpenes: a molecule that is anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial.​CLARY SAGE​ is said to be great for reducing stress and tension, alleviating insomnia and depression, and combating hormonal symptoms associated with PMS and menopause. HOW TO USE:Our favorite way to get the aromatherapy benefits of essential oils are in a hot shower or bath. A steamy shower with the wonderfully clean and calming aroma of CLARY SAGE​ is enough to help us decompress at the end of a long day!​You can also diffuse in your work space to create a more relaxed environment or make a massage oil by combining with a carrier oil (such as jojoba or coconut oil). TRY THIS:Pair with Frankincense...

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GOOD NIGHT HABITS: TRY THIS FOR A WEEK ✨

Bed time routines are hard because we use up a lot of our will power being and doing good during the day. However, practicing good night habits can make your nights feel more restful and your days feel a lot brighter! Here are a few helpful tips to winding down, having happy dreams, and waking up feeling refreshed.  ​Try this for a week... Drink water after dinner: You may not want to chug a bunch of water right before bed and find yourself up in the middle of the night using the bathroom, so start early on. Drink a glass and then a few more glasses early in the evening to get your body ready and hydrated for your 8 or so hours of...

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