vietnamese cinnamon HERE'S THE TEA: The aroma of cinnamon is unmistakable and can make anyone instantly crave hot cinnamon rolls straight from the oven. So what's the difference between Vietnamese cinnamon and regular cinnamon? Vietnamese cinnamon has a higher oil content, giving it a richer and more decadent flavor! Vietnamese Cinnamon Use this rich cinnamon in baking, oatmeal, smoothies and tea (especially in Matcha lattes). 😉 🍵 HEALING PROPERTIES OF CINNAMON Cinnamon contains large amounts of highly potent polyphenol antioxidants. Antioxidants protect your body from oxidative damage caused by free radicals. Cinnamon may improve some key risk factors for heart disease, including cholesterol, triglycerides, and blood pressure. Cinnamaldehyde, a compound thought to be responsible for most of cinnamon’s health benefits, has antifungal...
lavender matcha latte with lavender creme brûlée tea and oak honey 🍵 🍵 🍵 Tea lattes are one of the best ways to utilize your loose leaf tea - and your matcha! This super easy latte recipe is made with one of our best selling teas, Lavender Creme Brûlée. It is naturally creamy, sweet and dessert-like, with flavors of light apple and vanilla caramel undertones. Matcha mixes beautifully with this tea, adding a bit of depth and lots of nutrients! Sweetened with our nutty Oak Honey and topped with frothed milk, this latte recipe is hard to beat! This tea latte can be made for an extra energy boost or after a meal, because it definitely is dessert worthy. HERE'S WHAT YOU NEED FROM US TO GET STARTED...
Healing Your Gut Microbiome + teas to drink on the daily for a healthy gut Here are a few tips to heal and keep your gut in check this year: 1. Eat 2 servings of vegetables per day. They are loaded with fiber and feed your microbes, so they can grow to be big and strong! Lots of vegetables are considered pre-biotics, which are food for your microbiome. Taking a daily probiotic is also very beneficial. Probiotics are full of live bacteria and help populate the microbe community living in your stomach. 2. Cut down on sugar and processed foods. These sugars digest super fast and your poor microbes don't have any chance to take a bite! Eating simple sugars...
YOGA PAIRING Try the Forest Bathing Essential Oil Blend with these dynamic twisting poses; release the old and welcome the new year with a positive mindset! equal parts lavender, cedarwood atlas, frankincense Forest Bathing Essential Oil Blend snow dusted pine ∙ cold air ∙ tree sap This essential oil combination is reminiscent of an enchanting evergreen forest dusted in snow, as the scent of a forest floor and cold earth evoke a sense of harmony and balance. The blend can be used during meditation to ground the body and clear the mind. This combination reminds us to listen to and nourish our bodies. The three oils work together to create a peaceful and still environment while nourishing the skin and boosting immunity. As the new...
GOING TO THE GYM? check out these blends to drink before, during and after your workout HERE'S THE SCOOP: Did you know certain teas and herbs can boost physical performance and support muscle recovery? If your goal is to get in shape this year, or continue your exercise journey, consider prepping some tea to drink before, during, and after the gym. Check out our recommended blends to boost stamina, maintain electrolytes, and reduce post-workout inflammation. 🏋🏽♀️ 🏃🏻♀️ 🧘🏾♀️ 🤸🏼♀️ 🤾🏽♀️ ⬇ 1. Pre-workout: Energize. Choose a natural pre-workout that won't give you the jitters. Maté and Camellia sinensis tea (like Pu Erh and Green Tea) give you the benefits of caffeine (like increased mental clarity and improved mood) without over-stimulating the nervous system. These teas also support digestion,...
