Maybe you’re tired, maybe you are a little anxious, or maybe you just plain got up on the wrong side of the bed. It happens to the best of us! So you need a little pick me up, an afternoon mood boost if you will.
Well, there’s a tea for that! Surprise right?
Today, in week 2 of our Tuesday Tea Series I bring you a list of amazing happy teas that will help to put some extra zest in your step
Tea Time: Week 2!
So last week, when we tackled anxiety teas, I noted that herbal tinctures, teas, and remedies have been used for millennia to help aid what ails us. If you missed week 1 of our Tea Series you can find it HERE.
There are countless herbs and countless benefits to go with them. If you aren’t yet taking advantage of these gifts from nature, now is the time!
Teas are safe, fun, and tasty ways to help combat unpleasant symptoms or emotions we may be having. And a natural way at that. If it’s not obvious, I am a fan of natural remedies.
Daily exercise and happy teas baby. Theses two elements can be game changers!
Tuesday Tea Series: Happy Teas
As I mentioned above, this is the second week in my Tuesday Tea Series I will be sharing here on the blog. Next week we dive into teas that help with skin health, so be sure to check back in!
Alright, here we go seven of the best teas to help you boost that mood on any day of the week.
LEMONGRASS
Apparently Lemongrass isn’t a very popular tea…well I love it lol. It’s known to lift mood and decrease stress in the body.
The scent itself has been shown to have mood boosting abilities.
Lemon Balm is also a good alternative. And if you can get one of those blended with Ginger you will have a real pick me up on your hands!
VALERIAN
Valerian is known for being a stress reliever. It boasts the ability to calm nerves and prevent anxiety attacks.
Being able to aid in lowering stress automatically makes it a mood booster. And I am down for anything that might curb anxiety attacks.
SAFFRON
Saffron has an influence on the production of Serotonin in the brain. Serotonin is a happy hormone. Making Saffron Tea a happy tea 🙂
This herb boosts mood, and may also help to balance mood swings during PMS.
That alone is probably enough for a lot of ladies to give it a try!
TURMERIC
Turmeric is like a little golden miracle, with all of the health benefits it touts.
It influences both Seratonin and Dopamine in the brain. Both hormones are responsible for positive vibes and feelings of happiness.
As a bonus, it also has an anti-inflammatory effect on the body. Inflammation can be a big contributor to low moods and poor emotional well-being. Including anti-inflammatories in our diet is a must.
ROOIBOS
Rooibos helps one cope with daily stress by lowering cortisol levels in the body. Cortisol is the body’s stress hormone.
Its ability to lower cortisol, in turn lowers our stress levels. Lower stress equals happier individuals, putting Rooibos Tea square on this list.
ASHWAGANDA
Another real super star herb on the list, Ashwaganda is a powerful adaptogen and has long been used in Ayurveda Medicine.
Adaptogens work to help the body deal with stress and bring it back into balance.
Ashwaganda assists in balancing out hormones such as cortisol and adrenaline, leading to an overall improvement in mood.
SAGE
Sage has been shown to improve mood, and cognitive function.
It’s also been suggested that the smell can enhance mood.
Perhaps then, you will want to burn some Sage incense to go with your cup of tea for extra oomph!
The ‘T’ on Tea
The following information I will be including every week of the Tea Series as it bears repeating. Also, some individuals may only read the one post that interests them most and I want this information to be available.
So, feel free to skip the next couple of bits if you tuned in last week!
Herbs are generally a safe and amazing natural resource. Especially in tea form. Teas are less concentrated than supplements, tinctures, or oils.
However, interactions and unpleasant side effects are still possible.
It is always recommended to discuss with your health care practitioner before adding any type of herbal remedy into your self care routine.
This is especially true if you are on medications, pregnant, or have a diagnosed illness.
Remember we are all individuals and what works for one person may not necessarily work for you. So you may need to try out a few before you find the one that is just right. Like Goldilocks.
Also, each tea here could most certainly have an entire post of it’s own and I would still not cover everything about it. I am simply highlighting a few of the key components in each that help with our topic of discussion for the week.
Sourcing Your Tea
While it’s easy enough to just go to the grocery store and grab the cheapest tea you can find, its worthwhile to invest a little.
By invest I don’t just mean in dollars, but also information. Know where your tea is coming from and try to buy fair-trade, ethically sourced brands.
Tea companies don’t always use best practices and it shouldn’t be assumed that they do. So do your research. And bonus, Fairtrade teas offer higher quality ingredients and are usually organic.
Some brands that I love include:
- Traditional Medicinals
- Pukka
- Yogi
- Stash
- Four O’clock
These are just a few but there are many more! I am in Canada so depending on your country the brands in your area may differ from these ones. Have fun and shop around. Boxes are also labeled Fairtrade so they are easy to spot.
Okay, without further ado, I declare it tea time!
Penny for your thoughts…
Do you use tea to boost your mood? Do you have any favourites?
As always, I love to hear your thoughts, so please leave a comment or connect with me on socials 🙂
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Until next time friends!
Yours in health and magick,
Krystle xo
Disclaimer: This post is not meant to be medical advice, I am not a doctor. Teas are NOT meant to replace medications or cure disease. As I mentioned above, always consult your doctor prior to starting any new herbal routines.
