Discover the properties of the spices, roots and flowers in our new Herbal Teas: CHAI LATTE
A spice blend of ginger, cinnamon, clove, cardamom, black peppercorn, turmeric and lapacho
Chai Latte is a traditional ayuverdic tonic with a twist.
The abundance of gorgeous spices creates a soothing and warm golden elixir that can be drunk throughout the day and in the evening.
The blend consists of 10 different spices with zero caffeine and does not aggravate the nervous system.
The ingredients are rich in antioxidants and possess anti-inflammatory properties, helping manage stress, improving focus and allowing the body to relax.
Let’s explore the properties of the spices!
Ginger
The Austronesian people initially considered the ginger root to have a religious significance and used it for healing.
Also, they consumed it as an elixir meant to ward off evil spirits.
As for the healing properties, ginger contains a number of valuable vitamins and minerals including Vitamin B6 and magnesium.
Cinnamon
As it stimulates the circulation and heats up your digestive fire, cinnamon is the perfect spice for your breakfast.
Clove
Cloves contain vitamin E and vitamin K which can help in fighting bacterial infection.
Further, in cloves we find an element called Eugenol, due to which, problems like stress, stomach ailments, body ache and others remain at bay.
The presence of eugenol in the spice can clear the congestion and provide relief.
Moreover, this special tea can also help with chest congestion and can help with relief from the sinus.
Cardamom
Cardamom has an antibacterial effect. It also has antispasmodic and analgesic properties.
For instance, in Ayurveda, they use it to calm the stomach or to relieve flatulence.
Black Peppercorn
Black pepper is more than just a kitchen staple. It has been deemed the “king of spices”.
Ancient Ayurvedic medicine used it for thousands of years due to its high concentration of potent, beneficial plant compounds.
Turmeric
Honestly, turmeric very much deserves the rise of its popularity.
This powerful spice is practically powdered gold.
Because of its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effects, it plays an important role in Ayurvedic medicine.
With turmeric having been thoroughly researched and extensively studied, it’s shown benefits make this spice arguably one of the most powerful herbs on our planet.
Turmeric is a faithful supporter of your immune system.
Therefore, especially during the cold season, it is worthwhile to integrate the warming spice into your diet to fight against the common cold.
In addition, it has shown to fight against free-radical damage.
As we know turmeric contains curcumin. A potent antioxidant that can neutralize free radicals.
Main benefits:
Fights inflammation in your body
Keeps free radicals away
Gives you glowing skin
Could help in preventing and treating life threatening disease
Boosts your mood
In short, one of the biggest reasons why turmeric has risen in popularity is because people have begun to realize its role in Ayurvedic medicine.
Lapacho
Pau D’ Arco yet? Also known as Red Lapacho, and Taheebo.
This not-so-famous herb is a potent powerhouse for your immune system and for modulating inflammation.
It is a towering deciduous tree native to the Amazon and Latin America.
It’s the bark and wood of the tree that are used medicinally.
Evidence of its use dates back to the Incas.
If it’s longevity you’re looking for, Pau D’ Arco can help with that too.
Research has shown that beta lapachone can modulate NAD metabolism, which is associated with anti-aging mechanisms.
Pau D’ Arco has even been shown to aid in healthy weight management and to detoxify the body by removing heavy metals and other chemicals.
Brewing the perfect Chai Latte cup
Mix 1 rounded tea spoon (that’s about 2 gr) with hot almond, coconut or a plant-based milk of your choice and bring to shimer.
Let it steep for 5 minutes.
After that, strain into a cup and add 1 teaspoon of honey, agave or maple syrup for sweetness.
You can now enjoy your Chai Latte and the healing properties of the spices!
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