Tulsi Chai

homegrown tulsi (holy) basil, Ceylon cinnamon, fennel seeds, ginger, cardamom pods and seeds, pippali, cloves + Madagascar vanilla bean

tulsi (holy) basil is detoxifying, cleansing and purifying. She is great for skin and treating skin diseases – both when consumed and applied topically. 

  

Tulsi contains anti-biotic, anti-viral and anti-bacterial properties. Helping to relieve fever, headaches, cough, flu, chest congestion, chronic bronchitis and asthma, stress. 

  

She also strengthens immunity, supports digestion, helps to balance blood sugar levels, wards off harmful effects of free radicals. 

  

Tulsi is a known adaptogen which helps the body better deal with stress.   

 

 

Ceylon cinnamon is loaded with antioxidants, supports cognitive function, protects against heart disease, has mild anti-inflammatory properties, aids in digestion, helps soothe gas, bloating, nausea and indigestion as well as recovery from gastrointestinal infection. Ceylon cinnamon also help stimulate blood circulation, supports blood sugar levels and is also a traditional remedy for tummy aches, colds and the flu.  

 

 

fennel seeds are a common remedy for upper digestive problems. It relieves griping, abdominal bloating, trapped gas, reduces food cravings.  Fennel also contains a high level of nitrites which helps to improve blood flow.

 

 

ginger's warming properties help stimulate circulation in the body, with nausea, motion sickness, poor appetite, menstrual cramps, headaches, sore throat, colds and flus and respiratory congestion. Ginger is also a great liver tonic. 

 

cardamom pods and seeds treats indigestion, griping, colic and gas and eases discomfort within the upper digestive system.

 

 

pippali is a rejuvenate herb that has strong anti-aging and aphrodisiac effects on the body and is widely used for treating diabetes, asthma, indigestion, cough and cold, infections, weight loss and low libido.

 

 

cloves are s a potent antiseptic.

 

Madagascar vanilla bean contains antioxidants and helps to reduce inflammation. 

Herbalist's Message

As with any natural or herbal product, the key is consistency and patience. People are used to quick fixes and that approach is just not the case when trying to make the changes necessary for a healthier lifestyle.

 

People who use herbs as symptom-relieving remedies will often be disappointed as most herbs don't target specific biochemical reactions to create rapid changes. Instead, herbs work with the body in extremely complex ways to bring about balance in the body. 

 

It is important to note that herbs will not make up for lack of sleep, dehydration or a diet filled with processed and refined foods. 

 

 

Disclaimer

Plants can be powerful allies, when used responsibly.

Although most herbal preparations are safe and effective, it is important to note that there may be potential side effects (allergies) and individual results may vary. Creating a relationship with their vital energy plays a large role in the symbiotic partnership toward healing and physical well-being.
 

There is no way to know any particular body will react to any substance. When you are taking herbs, you are your own primary care giver and you must be vigilant of your own health.  Consult with an herbalist or primary care provider and do your research, so that you can become an knowledgable and compassionate caretake of your own body.

These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA.