chamomile Anxiety Soothing & Digestion Boosting The plant's physician. In olden days, chamomile was known as the plant's physician because people thought that by placing chamomile next to a sickly plant, the plant would recover. Chamomile rightly gets the nickname because it has been used for thousands of years to treat everything from loss of appetite to irregular periods to bronchitis. Today we regard chamomile for its abilities to soothe anxiety and tension and to help us get into a deep sleep. We love chamomile, so you'll find it in many of our blends, from caffeinated refreshers to spa-like bedtime brews. SCIENCE TELLS US Chamomile tea may protect against diarrhea, stomach ulcers, nausea, and gas, likely due to its anti-inflammatory effects. Chamomile...
Lemongrass 🌿 🍋 🌿 The Purifying Grass. Lemongrass earned the name "fever grass" due to its ability to reduce a fever. It is also used to soothe menstrual pain and reduce inflammation. You'll notice lemongrass in many of our blends because we absolutely love it! It is refreshing, bright, citrusy, and its herbaceous essence inspires feelings of cleanliness and peace. ✌🏼 Here's what researchers say about lemongrass: Lemongrass is used for treating bacterial and fungal issues, as well as to reduce chronic inflammation for conditions such as arthritis and cardiovascular disease. Lemongrass has a cooling effect that helps to soothe your stomach and keeps your digestive functions in check. It contains citral, which helps to digest food. Lemongrass is a great source of...
DIY Dryer Ball Spray with essential oils If you don't have a few already, you need dryer balls. They are made of tightly compressed wool and you throw them in with your wet laundry to dry. The dryer balls work their way in between clothes to reduce dry time and prevent wrinkles. They are an eco-friendly alternative to dryer sheets because they are completely chemical free. Using a dryer ball spray on your dryer balls adds moisture to the dryer which helps reduce static. Plus it is a great way to add a lovely aroma to your laundry. THINGS YOU NEED: a few dryer balls 4 oz spray bottle 2 Tbsp. witch hazel distilled water 20-25 drops of essential oil. (This is where...
Chinese Milk Oolong creamy ∙ floral ∙ subtle sweetness ✨ ☁️ ✨ ☁️ ✨ creamy clouds in a cup ☁️ Chinese Milk Oolong is a classic full leaf tea, loved for its subtle decadence, light fruity characteristic, and rich creaminess. Though the name implies this tea is milky, this oolong is actually dairy free. It is however packed with antioxidants and wellness boosting magic. We recommend adding a little cream or oat milk to this hazy oolong and watching the cream clouds change shape in your cup. This tea is excellent to drink in the early afternoons during that mid day slump, as it is energizing for the body and mind. Chinese Milk Oolong This tea can be added directly...
OOLONG TEA antioxidant rich ∙ boosts metabolism ∙ promotes digestion Did you know that the different types of tea (white, green, oolong, black, pu erh) come from the same plant called Camellia sinensis? The various types of tea are differentiated by when they are harvested and how they are processed, meaning how they are wilted, shaped and dried. The name "oolong" translates to "black dragon" in English, because the dried and rolled tea leaves look like tiny dragons. Oolong is a rather young tea leaf that is semi-oxidized. When you drink oolong tea, the leaves unfurl in your cup, releasing their woody, melon-like flavor. Health Benefits of Oolong Tea: Oolong (like all Camellia sinensis teas) may boosts metabolism and energy while...
