Ever feel like something is just “off” with your mood, energy level, and general zest for life? Or, if you’re anything like me, you might notice some seriously annoying PMS symptoms that crop up around your period – ranging from digestion issues to headaches and muscle aches.  These are all signs of hormone imbalance. And contrary to popular belief, you don’t have to live with these symptoms forever.  The modern world isn’t exactly set up to help us thrive when it comes to hormone balance. Exposure to toxins, constant stress, poor diet, and inactivity can all contribute to hormonal i ..read more

Growing up in the 90’s in the U.S., the mushroom was never considered medicine. Button mushrooms shared the same space with broccoli and peppers in the crisper drawers of most refrigerators. Maybe you’d see them sliced in a salad or sauteed in a stir-fry, but no one was talking about the functional benefits of mushrooms back then. Flash forward to today, and there are hundreds of mushroom products in organic markets across the country. From powders and pills, to kombucha, to beer – hundreds of brands tout the benefits of mushrooms – from stress relief and anti-aging, to immune boosting and inc ..read more

Tea drinkers come in many forms. Some are purists, who want the leaf and nothing but the leaf.  But many others like to complement their brew with some citrus, dairy, sweeteners or additional flavors. Many ingredients not only add extra flavor or texture, but extra nutrients as well.  Here are some of the top add-ins to put in your tea (and what tea to pair them with) for an extra tasty and nutritious cup.    1. Lemon Lemon pairs well with green or black tea. The acidity helps to cut through green tea’s natural bitterness, and brighten up black tea’s roasty notes.&nbs ..read more

Tea isn’t just delicious to drink. It also can provide a healthy boost to your skin and hair.  In fact, tea is a common ingredient in beauty products such as face lotions, eye creams and hair treatments. For centuries, tea has been touted as a healthy beverage. But what can it do for your hair? And how should you use it? We’ve got answers! Does tea have health benefits for hair? What’s good for your health is good for your hair, and tea is no exception. Tea contains health-promoting antioxidants (specifically, a type called catechins) plus polyphenols — all of which support overall heal ..read more

You already know that taking probiotics can be helpful for your immune health, digestion and more (1), but what’s the deal with “Probiotic Tea”? How’d the probiotics get in there? And are they good for us?  It depends! Today we’re talking about two very different types of probiotic tea: The new trend of producing a strain of probiotics and adding it to teabags. Naturally fermented pu’er and kombucha teas that have been used for centuries for their probiotic benefits. We’re going to explore how effective these probiotic teas are, the differences between them, and the exciting ways that ..read more

You’ve probably seen ads for all kinds of CBD-containing products, extolling the compound’s calming effects. There’s CBD oil, CBD gummies, CBD chocolate… and now CBD tea.  There are a lot of misconceptions and misunderstandings surrounding what exactly CBD is, how it works, and the best way to consume it.  If you’re interested in the wellness benefits of CBD but wary of its effectiveness and safety, you’ve come to the right place.  What is CBD Tea? CBD stands for cannabidiol, a chemical compound primarily derived from the hemp plant.  Both hemp and marijuana are members of ..read more

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