The Benefits Of Ashwagandha

The Benefits Of Ashwagandha

Aloycia Woods

Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), often called “Indian ginseng” or “winter cherry,” is a powerful adaptogenic herb used for centuries in Ayurvedic medicine. Its main benefit is helping the body adapt to stress and restore balance, but it supports well-being in a variety of ways:

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Tea Brewing For Beginners ☕️

Aloycia Woods

 

Tea brewing can be a delightful and relaxing experience. Here’s a step-by-step guide to get you started:

1. Choose Your Tea
- **Black Tea**: Bold and robust
- **Green Tea**: Fresh and slightly grassy
- **White Tea**: Delicate and light
- **Herbal Tea**: Caffeine-free and soothing

 2. Gather Your Tools

- **Tea Kettle**: For boiling water
- **Teapot or Infuser**: For steeping the tea
- **Tea Strainer**: Optional, for loose leaf tea

3. Heat the Water
- For **black tea**: Boil water to 200-212°F (93-100°C)
- For **green tea**: Heat water to 160-180°F (71-82°C)
- For **white tea**: Heat water to 170-185°F (77-85°C)
- For **herbal tea**: Boil water to 200-212°F (93-100°C)

 4. Measure Your Tea
- **Loose leaf tea**: Use about 1 teaspoon per 8-ounce cup
- **Tea bags**: One bag per 8-ounce cup

5. Steep the Tea
- **Black tea**: 3-5 minutes
- **Green tea**: 2-3 minutes
- **White tea**: 4-5 minutes
- **Herbal tea**: 5-7 minutes

6. Remove the Tea
- Remove the tea leaves or tea bag to prevent oversteeping.

 7. Enjoy!
- Add any desired milk, sweetener, or lemon. Sip and enjoy your perfect cup of tea.

If you have any favorite flavors or types of tea, let me know. We would love to hear more about your tea journey. Cheers! ☕️

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