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Teas for Women: Effects on Pregnancy, Periods, Estrogen & More
Posted by Stephany Morgan
All about tea for women’s health: What teas are best for pregnancy, what to drink for period cramps, how tea can manage estrogen levels, and what teas help boost libido. Why are certain teas good for menopause? Can green tea benefit women? Is caffeine during pregnancy safe? What herbal teas are best? And more!
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All about tea for women’s health: What teas are best for pregnancy, what to drink for period cramps, how tea can manage estrogen levels, and what teas help boost libido. Why are certain teas good for menopause? Can green tea benefit women? Is caffeine during pregnancy safe? What herbal teas are best? And more!
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What is Greenwashing? Examples of Greenwashing & 'How to Spot It' Free Downloadables
Posted by Matcha Alternatives
While we all want to buy eco-friendly products, finding ones that are truly sustainable can be harder than we think. Through greenwashing many companies use environmental marketing to appear green without putting in the work! Here we’ll discuss what greenwashing is and what it looks like, with two 'How to Spot It' free downloadables!
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While we all want to buy eco-friendly products, finding ones that are truly sustainable can be harder than we think. Through greenwashing many companies use environmental marketing to appear green without putting in the work! Here we’ll discuss what greenwashing is and what it looks like, with two 'How to Spot It' free downloadables!
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Gluten-Free Moringa Tea Powder Almond Pinwheel Cookies
Posted by Matcha Alternatives
Need a new unique and yummy gluten-free cookie recipe? These tasty tea pinwheels are made with the quintessential matcha alternative, moringa powder! Not only is moringa full of antioxidants and a full plant protein, it also gives the cookies a super fun green swirl! Plus several gluten-free flour alternatives.
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Need a new unique and yummy gluten-free cookie recipe? These tasty tea pinwheels are made with the quintessential matcha alternative, moringa powder! Not only is moringa full of antioxidants and a full plant protein, it also gives the cookies a super fun green swirl! Plus several gluten-free flour alternatives.
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Adaptogens Part 2: What Foods and Teas Contain Adaptogens?
Posted by Stephany Morgan
Adaptogens are a class of herbs with unique stress-relieving properties, but what do they actually do and how can you benefit from them? Find out how adaptogens work, which herbs are adaptogens, and which ones are right for you - including the best adaptogens for energy, sleep, and more.
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Adaptogens are a class of herbs with unique stress-relieving properties, but what do they actually do and how can you benefit from them? Find out how adaptogens work, which herbs are adaptogens, and which ones are right for you - including the best adaptogens for energy, sleep, and more.
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How to Compost & Fertilize with Tea Leaves for the Home Gardener
Posted by Matcha Alternatives
Reduce your waste by recycling your tea leaves. For a full garden or just a few indoor plants, composting is an ingenious way to keep your plants healthy and reduce your food waste! Liven up your garden with the ins and outs of looseleaf and bagged tea leaves as fertilizer to help keep your garden beau-TEA-ful!
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Reduce your waste by recycling your tea leaves. For a full garden or just a few indoor plants, composting is an ingenious way to keep your plants healthy and reduce your food waste! Liven up your garden with the ins and outs of looseleaf and bagged tea leaves as fertilizer to help keep your garden beau-TEA-ful!