blue sunshine - mood

your mood can be negatively affected by a broad variety of factors, including poor sleep, an unhealthy diet, external stressors, lack of sunlight exposure, and loss of intimate connections. although something so complex cannot be solved by drinking a single cup of tea, every small step (or in this case sip) can make a difference.

a combination of fruit, herbs, and flowers that have been used in traditional medicine and ayurvedic practices to decrease anxiety, ease digestion, improve sleep quality, enhance cognitive function, and improve overall wellness. a layer of apples for their antioxidant and immune boosting properties because a healthy body is important for a healthy mind. next, we added ashwagandha, tulsi, and st. john's wort, which are part of a class of plants called adaptogens. these potent adaptogens are meant to help your body respond to stress. research on ashwagandha continues to evolve as scientists study its efficacy in treating anxiety. experimental studies are researching how tulsi can improve general stress levels and aid with symptoms of forgetfulness. to top things off, both lemon balm and st. john's wort have been nicknamed 'sunshine herbs' for their purported mood boosting qualities, with most research focusing on their impact on individuals with seasonal affective disorder. the inclusion of butterfly blue pea flower not only turns the cup a beautiful teal color but adds a dose of antioxidants to aid with relaxation.

antioxidant level: low         caffeine level: none

ingredients: apple, ashwagandha root, tulsi, lemon balm, st. john's wort, butterfly blue pea flowers, marigold petals, natural flavours

use: 1 tsp per 8-10oz water, steep 3-7 mins