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Easy Tea-Infused Earl Grey Lavender Shortbread Recipe

Posted by Elizabeth Taeed

What's better than regular shortbread? Earl Grey shortbread with lavender! Learn how to make an easy shortbread cookie recipe with this gorgeous tea, including vegan and gluten-free options. Plus, find out which teas to pair with this tea-infused recipe for a perfect afternoon treat.
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Easy Tea-Infused Earl Grey Lavender Shortbread Recipe

What's better than regular shortbread? Earl Grey shortbread with lavender! Learn how to make an easy shortbread cookie recipe with this gorgeous tea, including vegan and gluten-free options. Plus, find out which teas to pair with this tea-infused recipe for a perfect afternoon treat.
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Are Chai Tea Spices Good for You? Health Benefits of Your Chai Addiction

Posted by Elizabeth Taeed

Chai-licious tea science: what are the health benefits of famous chai spices like cinnamon, cardamom, pepper, ginger, licorice...? What synergies are uncovered when you combine these antioxidant-rich spices? Learn all about spice science as we deconstruct our five different Blend@Home chai mixes.
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Are Chai Tea Spices Good for You? Health Benefits of Your Chai Addiction

Chai-licious tea science: what are the health benefits of famous chai spices like cinnamon, cardamom, pepper, ginger, licorice...? What synergies are uncovered when you combine these antioxidant-rich spices? Learn all about spice science as we deconstruct our five different Blend@Home chai mixes.
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5 Best Meditation Apps and Teas for Anxiety, Sleep and More

Posted by Lauren Leese

Meditation and tea are two powerful ways to improve your mental and physical health. I reviewed 5 popular mindfulness apps and paired them with the best teas for anxiety relief, restful sleep, mindful fitness, deep relaxation, and increased focus. Find out which combination is best for you!
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5 Best Meditation Apps and Teas for Anxiety, Sleep and More

Meditation and tea are two powerful ways to improve your mental and physical health. I reviewed 5 popular mindfulness apps and paired them with the best teas for anxiety relief, restful sleep, mindful fitness, deep relaxation, and increased focus. Find out which combination is best for you!
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Rooibos vs. Honeybush: What's the Difference?

Posted by Stephany Morgan

Though they have similar qualities, rooibos and honeybush are different teas. Find out the health benefits of rooibos and honeybush, how they are grown and prepared, and how to brew them properly. Plus, learn the difference between green and red rooibos, and why your tea preference might be based on your genes!

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Rooibos vs. Honeybush: What's the Difference?

Though they have similar qualities, rooibos and honeybush are different teas. Find out the health benefits of rooibos and honeybush, how they are grown and prepared, and how to brew them properly. Plus, learn the difference between green and red rooibos, and why your tea preference might be based on your genes!

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5 Best Loose Leaf Recipes for Making Sun Tea

Posted by Lauren Leese

A traditional Southern drink, sun tea is the perfect easy treat for summer! Here's how to safely make loose leaf sun tea, and 5 delicious recipes using chamomile, rooibos, tulsi holy basil, yerba mate, and purple tea
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5 Best Loose Leaf Recipes for Making Sun Tea

A traditional Southern drink, sun tea is the perfect easy treat for summer! Here's how to safely make loose leaf sun tea, and 5 delicious recipes using chamomile, rooibos, tulsi holy basil, yerba mate, and purple tea
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