CHAMOMILE Gentle soothing chamomile tea is one of my favorite bedtime drinks. Do you know it was our Prophet Muhammed (SAW)’s favorite tea as well? Chamomile is an aromatic herb with antispasmodic, anxiolytic, antibacterial, and anti-mutagenic effects. It is a great stress reliever and helps relax nerves. Chamomile tea is an ideal beverage for inducing feelings of calm and rest, which are critical for overall...

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BILBERRY (HUCKLEBERRY) Bilberries are packed with phytonutrients called anthocyanins, which have antioxidant and antimicrobial properties. Bilberry leaves are rich in chromium, a mineral that has demonstrated an ability to lower blood sugar levels. Traditionally, bilberries have been used for vision related issues, so it is also effective for diabetic retinopathy. Bilberries look very much like blueberries but are smaller in size and are usually slightly...

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PU-ERH TEA Pu-erh Tea (pronounced ‘poo-air’) has long been valued in Chinese herbalism for its vast benefits. It contains high levels of polyphenols (flavonoids, catechins, and theaflavin), which are well known for their antioxidant activity. Of the five main types of tea (white, green, oolong and black being the others), pu-erh stands apart from every other one as its tea leaves go through a natural...

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OOLONG TEA Oolong tea is nature’s gift rich in antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and alkaloids. It is developed in semi-fermented processing, which provides the tea with numerous polyphenolic compounds and adds even more valuable health benefits. Oolong tea also contains caffeine, theophylline, and theobromine (which are similar to caffeine) that on consumption, may stimulate the nervous system. Oolong tea is fragrant with a fruity flavor and...

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GREEN TEA Not as familiar to the Western palate as the black tea, but it is certainly not an unknown variety. As the world becomes a smaller place due to easy and fast spread of knowledge, we are discovering more and more hidden treasures from other parts of the world. Green tea, most popularly known as the ‘anti-aging beverage’ is packed with nutrients. Cultures such...

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WHITE TEA White tea is not white in color! Irrespective of its name, it is still your average looking dark colored concoction.White tea refers to tea in its raw, natural state. After picking,the leaves are simply arranged and allowed to dry,without processing. Studies have shown that the amino acid L–theanine found in the tea plant alters the attention networks in the brain and can have...

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GINGER Ginger root has been celebrated both as spice and medicine for centuries. It is a well-known remedy for colds, flu, indigestion, and nausea. But the benefits of ginger are not limited to only these issues. Ginger has amazing overall health benefits which you are about to see for yourself. There are many ways of consuming ginger. It can be eaten raw both fresh &...

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OOLONG TEA Oolong tea is nature’s gift rich in antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and alkaloids.It is developed in semi-fermented processing, which provides the tea with numerous polyphenolic compounds and adds even more valuable health benefits. Oolong tea also contains caffeine, theophylline, and theobromine (which are similar to caffeine) that on consumption, may stimulate the nervous system. Oolong tea is fragrant with a fruity flavor and a...

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GREEN TEA Not as familiar to the Western palate as the black tea, but it is certainly not an unknown variety. As the world becomes a smaller place due to easy and fast spread of knowledge, we are discovering more and more hidden treasures from other parts of the world. Green tea, most popularly known as the ‘anti-aging beverage’ has been an integral part of...

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CINNAMON When I see the word cinnamon, the first thing that pops to mind is cinna-buns—sweet smelling, warm, soft cinnamon rolls! It truly is a struggle to think straight afterwards. But cinnamon is so much more than just an aromatic spice found in fall-flavored or festive foods. Cinnamon is a sweet-smelling spice with a gentle heat in its taste. It is the bark of cinnamon...

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