WAKE UP & SLOW DOWN Our favorite caffeinated beverage does something mysteriously amazing: it simultaneously energizes and calms. The effects of the tea plant, Camellia sinensis, come from the combination of caffeine, Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), and L-theanine. EGCG is a catechin associated with weight loss, disease prevention, cognitive function, and calmness. L-theanine is an amino-acid that generates lower-frequency brain waves (Alpha Waves). Alpha brainwaves are associated with relaxation, meditation, and creativity. Research also suggests that alpha brainwaves minimize depressive symptoms. The caffeine in tea provides stimulation, which is countered by the calming effects of EGCG and L-theanine. The result is that drinking tea can improve our mental focus and attention, while creating peaceful feelings. In other words, it...
Goodnight World! HELLO BEDTIME Lemongrass & Chamomile This soothing combination is so simple, yet satisfying! Lemongrass adds a vibrant freshness, while chamomile rounds out the flavor with a comforting floral and honey-like flavor. This blend is AMAZING for combating inflammation and preparing the body for a restorative night's sleep! Sleep is the foundation of health! You deserve to feel wonderfully alert tomorrow. Make yourself some herbal tea and follow these healthy sleep habits… 1. Get your bedroom temp right - between 60℉ and 67℉. 2. Start hydrating early in the afternoon so you can go to bed feeling hydrated, and don't forget to use the bathroom before bed. Bathroom breaks are one of the primary reasons sleep decline is observed...
G I N G E R
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sweet, spicy, & earthy
Ginger essential oil is soothing for nausea and has positive effects on libido. It is also analgesic, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antiseptic.
VEHICLE FRESHENING SPRAY
Combine 1/2 cup distilled water, 20 drops Ginger Essential Oil, 10 drops Cedarwood Essential Oil, & 10 drops Patchouli Essential Oil in an amber glass spray bottle.
Combat motion sickness & add an earthy aroma to the interior of your vehicle.
▪️ set yourself up for success ▪️ MAKE IT A GREAT MONDAY COLD BREW TEA OVERNIGHT It is SO easy and it tastes great! Simply add you tea leaves to the infuser, fill pitcher with filtered water, and allow to steep over night in the refrigerator. While you're at it... Decide what you'll have for breakfast and lunch and prep ahead of time - this will help you make intentionally healthy choices and will alleviate those decisions from a day that is generally full of decisions! CHOOSE A BLEND THAT YOU WILL WANT TO DRINK DURING THE WORK DAY We love cold brewing Berry and South Indian Black Tea overnight because it cuts the astringency of black tea and makes...
HOMESCHOOL ➜ STRATEGIES PARENTING IS HARD Many parents are feeling overwhelmed. Kids are home from school and parents are now wondering what they can do to keep their kids on track, while simultaneously staying on top of their own workload! We reached out to a few friends to get tips on how to manage. Here is what they told us… Talk to other parents. Talking to other parents is nice because it is normalizing - you'll quickly realize everyone is struggling right now, and you are not alone! Also, other parents may have useful advice for managing homeschooling. For example... Young students regularly have breaks in between virtual classroom meetings. Parents are finding that on top of all their daily...
