Ashwagandha Chai, Organic

Blender's Notes:

We set out as a goal to create a powerhouse adaptogenic herbal chai — free of caffeine and any flavorings, fruits, or florals. The result of this year-long development process is simple in name only. This complex blend of twelve adaptogens is both amazingly delicious and fantastically grounding. Its aroma is honeyed and spicy. The flavor is refreshing, sweet and well-rounded, yet earthy. Its sweet peppery notes may remind you of a gingersnap cookie. There’s a slight smokiness coated with notes of maple syrup. The resulting infusion has tons of body and soothing throat-coating character. Most importantly, this adaptogenic herbal tea is formulated with the goal of helping you find your center, whatever the circumstances. 

Features:

• Adaptogenic herbal tea
• Sample ~ 5 servings
• Bulk 1/4 LB ~ 50 servings
• Sachet Pouch - 15-servings package is certified industrially compostable
• Can be steeped 2-3 times for more value & enjoyment!
• Lifestyle-Friendly: Vegan, Paleo, Keto, Kosher-certified facility
• 100% Naturally Caffeine-Free

Ingredients: organic rhodiola root, organic ashwagandha root, organic roasted dandelion root, organic cinnamon, organic chaga mushroom, organic cascara shells, organic raw cacao nibs, organic ginger, organic cardamom seeds, organic cloves, organic slippery elm, organic maca.

NOTE: This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Information is for educational purposes only.

Plant-Based Sachet Material:

Our sachet tea bags are made using a certified non–GMO sugarcane-based material called NeoSoilon® and do not contain any petroleum-based plastics. Our material is a plant-based alternative, obtained from sugarcane fibers, which is 100% biodegradable and compostable.

Adaptogens are natural, botanical substances that balance, restore and protect the body from physical, biochemical and mental stress. Their differentiating strength is that they produce what’s called a “non-specific” response. For example, if the stress your body encounters tends to spin you up, the adaptogenic response will help keep you grounded. Conversely, if the stressor brings the body down, the adaptogen’s effect would be to provide a lift. They focus on regulating the adrenal glands, where stress hormones are produced. This is key to how they help maintain energy, reduce stress fatigue, and keep us centered. Below are some of the traditional uses for each of the twelve ingredients:

Roasted Dandelion Root: Rich in Vitamin A, dandelion is commonly used to stimulate digestion and in support of the body’s natural detoxification and anti-inflammation processes. [3]

Chaga mushrooms: Rich in fiber and nutrients including melanin and Vitamin D, Chaga has historically been used to support a healthy immune system. [4]

Ashwagandha: An important herb known for promoting vitality in traditional Ayurveda. Though caffeine-free, it is commonly used as an energy, cognition, and mood booster. [5]

Rhodiola: One of the strongest adaptogens, traditionally used in nordic and Russian folk medicine to ward off fatigue and improve mood and cognitive performance. [6]

Cardamom Seeds: Used for centuries in Ayurveda to improve mood, promote relaxation, as well as to support digestion and respiratory health.   

Cinnamon: Antioxidant-rich and traditionally used to support balancing blood sugar levels. [7]

Slippery Elm: A mucous-promoting herb, it has been traditionally used as a throat soother, and to promote healthy bowel tissue.  

Cascara Shells: A powerful natural source of antioxidants, these berry shells increase perceived energy and may promote a healthy brain, memory, and mood. 

Ginger: Traditionally used to support digestion and relieve symptoms of nausea. [8]

Raw Cacao Nibs: Rich in antioxidants and flavonoids, they may help stimulate the brain, alertness, and promote an improved sense of well-being.

Cloves: In Chinese and Ayurvedic traditional medicine, clove was used as an aphrodisiac, as well as to improve oral health and breath.

Maca: Sought after for is reputed libido, fertility, mood, and memory-boosting effects. Scientific research on this herb from the Peruvian highlands has focused on its efficacy in supporting sexual function and as a promising adaptogen in mitigating the effects of UV radiation and osteoarthritis. [9]

REFERENCES:

[1] Lian-ying Liao, et al. A preliminary review of studies on adaptogens: comparison of their bioactivity in TCM with that of ginseng-like herbs used worldwide. Chinese Medicine  2018; 13: 57.

[2] Brehkman and Dardymov, New Substances of Plant Origin which Increase Nonspecific Resistance. Annual Review of Pharmacology Vol. 9:419-430 (Volume publication date April 1969

[3] He W, Han H, Wang W, Gao B. Anti-influenza virus effect of aqueous extracts from dandelion. Virol J. 2011;8:538. Published 2011 Dec 14.

[4] Kim YR. Immunomodulatory Activity of the Water Extract from Medicinal Mushroom Inonotus obliquus. Mycobiology. 2005;33(3):158–162.

[5] Singh N, Bhalla M, de Jager P, Gilca M. An overview on ashwagandha: a Rasayana (rejuvenator) of Ayurveda. Afr J Tradit Complement Altern Med. 2011;8(5 Suppl):208–213.

[6] Li, Y., Pham, V., Bui, M. et al. Rhodiola rosea L.: an Herb with Anti-Stress, Anti-Aging, and Immunostimulating Properties for Cancer Chemoprevention. Curr Pharmacol Rep 3, 384–395 (2017).

[7] Qin B, Panickar KS, Anderson RA. Cinnamon: potential role in the prevention of insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome, and type 2 diabetes. J Diabetes Sci Technol. 2010;4(3):685–693.

[8] Nikkhah Bodagh M, Maleki I, Hekmatdoost A. Ginger in gastrointestinal disorders: A systematic review of clinical trials. Food Sci Nutr. 2018;7(1):96–108. Published 2018 Nov 5.

[9] Gonzales GF. Ethnobiology and Ethnopharmacology of Lepidium meyenii (Maca), a Plant from the Peruvian Highlands. Evid Based Complement Alternat Med. 2012;2012:193496.