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IRISH PU ERH

INGREDIENTS Pu erh tea leaves blended with yerba mate, lemongrass, apple pieces, natural apple flavor, and rose hips. INSPIRATION When visiting Ireland we tasted a tea called "Pu Erh Fitness Tea." Unlike most Pu Erh blends, this one was fruity, bright, and refreshing: we decided to recreate it! Throughout the process of replicating this bright apple-forward blend we referred to it as "The Irish Pu Erh." WHY WE LOVE IT This blend is energizing, promotes healthy digestion, reduces inflammation, is high in antioxidants and boosts metabolism. Irish Pu Erh is a great gym companion because of its many benefits but tastes so good we tend to keep a pitcher of it iced in the refrigerator. If you prefer a sweeter...

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OCTOBER TEA NOTES

OCTOBER 2019 September is finally over! Did it seem like a long month for you?? Fall is officially here - the leaves are changing, the temperatures are cooling down, and hello to pumpkin spiced everything, including our tea of the month, Pumpkin Pie Chai! Read more below! 👇 Tea of the Month: Pumpkin Pie Chai Pumpkin Pie Chai is a honeybush tea base. Honeybush tea is a beverage from plants of the Cyclopia Family, and is regarded for its potential impact on health. Regular consumption of the tea is associated with several long-term and short-term health benefits, making it an excellent alternative tea choice!Our Pumpkin Pie Chai is blended with pumpkin pieces, cacao shells, cloves,  licorice root, safflower, cinnamon bark, cardamom,...

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PU-ERH (POO-ER): A MAGIC BREW

Pu Erh (poo-er) OUR ENTIRE TEAM IS HOOKED... HERE'S WHY:Pu Erh tea is energizing and boosts mental focus. Each cup has around 60 to 70 milligrams of caffeine: a cup of coffee has around 100 milligrams of caffeine. Pu Erh tea also contains L-theanine which stretches the release of caffeine so you are less likely to experience a spike and crash. This magic combo of caffeine and L-theanine results in elevated mental alertness without physical jitters: this makes it a great companion for transitioning into the work day feeling energized yet relaxed! Pu Erh tea can aid in weight loss and promotes healthy digestion.  Pu Erh tea is aged and fermented. In the fermentation process Pu Erh tea develops chemicals that help...

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SOOTHE HORMONE INDUCED SYMPTOMS

TREAT YOURSELFCheck out our favorite products for alleviating hormone induced symptoms (or for just creating a great at-home spa feel)​CLARY SAGE ESSENTIAL OILThis 100% Pure Essential Oil has a herbaceous and slight fruity smell.  We love it because... it promotes relaxation and restful sleep it can provide relief for PMS and menopausal symptoms it can combat depression, irritability and emotional imbalance AMERICAN WILDFLOWER TEAA soothing blend of peppermint leaves, chamomile flowers, vanilla rooibos, and lemongrass.This tea is a natural pain reliever and can help calm an anxious mind. It also is particularly soothing for: upset stomach cramps  headaches inflammation insomnia​ AVOCADO HONEYAvocado honey is dark and packed with nutrients and minerals.  We love this honey for culinary purposes but also love to use it...

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AMAZONIAN BREW: GUAYUSA

GWHY-YOU-SUH What is Guayusa? Yerba Mate vs. GuayusaGuayusa and Yerba Mate are both made from leaves of a type of Holly Tree, but they are actually quite different. While Yerba Mate is popular in several South American countries, Guayusa grows in the Amazon Rainforest and is lesser known across the world. Guayusa is nutrient dense, rich in amino acids, and high in antioxidants.   Benefits of Drinking GuayusaWhen drinking Guayusa, you may notice your energy levels rising, along with a feeling of relaxation. This is because the caffeine in Guayusa is counterbalanced by the amino acid, L-theanine, which moderates the release of caffeine so you don't get the spike associated with coffee consumption.L-theanine also promotes cognitive function, increases mental alertness, boosts immunity, helps to reduce anxiety and...

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