Simply put, tea is experiencing a renaissance of sorts, and what a renaissance it is – bringing a sense of renewal and resilience to each of us when used intentionally. Tea has been popular in the East since ancient times, integral in religious practices and spiritual philosophy. With time, tea made its way into Western culture, becoming fashionable in Europe and traveling to the Americas in the 17^th century. It has been used as the centerpiece of ritual and in the ranks of high court, and now we are feeling its resurgence. And, this resurgence makes sense, as we begin to turn back to spirit during modern times that often feel overwhelming and uncertain.

At Simply Be Well, we understand the power of ritual and know that elevating the senses through stillness and the nourishment of tea can bring about a sense of physical and mental wellbeing. For this reason, we curated Simply Tea, an Oolong based tea blend with many healing properties and ideal for tea ceremonies and daily ritual.

So, why is Simply Tea such an ally for your physical and mental health? Simply Tea contains Oolong, Spearmint, Tulsi, Rose, and Oat Tops. Oolong is a partially oxidized tea containing L-Theanine which is a naturally occurring amino acid that promotes relaxation and stress relief. It is known for its anxiety reducing benefits as well as aiding in sleep, while being non-drowsy.

Spearmint is high in antioxidants; a chemical compound found in plants that helps protect against free radicals. Free radicals are harmful molecules that have been shown to lead to oxidative stress. This kind of stress is linked to diseases such as heart disease, cancer, and diabetes. Spearmint is also known to help promote hormone balance, relieve digestive issues and chronic pain, and improve memory.

Tulsi, thought to have originated in India and from the Basil family, has an array of healing properties including metabolic and psychological stress. Tulsi helps to normalize blood sugar and blood pressure as well as helping with cognitive functions and having anti-depressant properties.

Rose is known in Ayurveda to soothe the heart and emotions. Rose is nutrient-rich and an anti-inflammatory. It is known to be beneficial in uplifting mood and helping with grief, post-menstrual syndrome, and menopause.

Lastly, Oat Tops help to strengthen the nerves, rebalance the nervous system, balance the endocrine system and foster physical, mental, and emotional strength and resilience. Oat Tops are the secret ingredient for resilience.

There are so many benefits to tea and the herbs we ally with that I can write so much more about all of it, and will, so more to come. For now, Simply Tea is our curated gift to you to help aid in feeling better physically, mentally, and spiritually while elevating your sense of taste and bringing about comfort. Enjoy a cuppa for us!