Category: World of tea

  • What is the best tea for each time of the day?

    What is the best tea for each time of the day?

    If you love the taste and aroma of a good cup of tea, you know the difference it makes to start a day with a cup of Lemon Harmony or take that break at work to brew some gorgeous Jasmine Green tea.

    However, how and when do you choose which tea?

    It is important to know that the herbs, spices and flowers used for each of our unique blends of teas and herbal infusions have different properties that influence the actions of the body and consequently influence how energised, balanced or calm you will feel after drinking your selected cuppa.

    Considering this, it is good to think about how drinking tea can positively support your routines and daily rhythm. This can help you choose the perfect cuppa according to the time of day and how you feel.

    With that in mind, we’ve come up with some vital tips that will make all the difference. So keep reading and check it out!

    Teas for the morning

    As the morning is the period when the body is slower and can be sluggish as we move from a more parasympathetic rest and digest state to sympathetic nervous system activation, it can be helpful to give some gentle stimulation to your digestion and circulation to start the day.
    We recommended teas with some substance that give a boost and that much sought after pick me up.

    Among them:

    If you like a robust flavour and a caffeine hit that’s gentler than coffee try our uplifting, award winning Earl Grey, our Mate Cacao Chai gives a gradual, long lasting boost, whereas our Green Tea Chai has a real kick and is filled with beneficial antioxidants, or try out amazing Matcha either as a shot or creamy laté.
    If you prefer a caffeine free morning but yearn for more energy to kick start your day, try our zesty Lemon Harmony or Peppermint Delight to refresh body and mind.

    Afternoon Teas

    For the afternoon, the teas can be divided into two moments, the period right after lunch or that mid-afternoon slump when you need a boost to enhance performance at work for example.

    After lunch:

    After lunch, the body is still in the process of retaining nutrients, digesting food and balancing blood sugar levels . Therefore, it can help to choose herbs and spices that help in these processes, such as Peppermint Delight, Ginger Zest or ‘I am’ Root Chakra tea–  a potent spicy blend to improve digestion and optimise blood sugar levels.

    During work:

    When it comes to drinking tea to improve your mood and the quality of your daily activities, we recommend those that increase energy, such as  our organic AssamMate Cacao Chai and Jasmine Green Tea, as well as our amazing Ginger Zest.

    These teas are great for those times when you are at work, courses, college or even at home needing to increase your mood and speed up your body.

    If you sometimes forget your tea and have to drink it cold, Berry Fruity is your tea of choice! It is delicious both warm and cold and a super thirst quencher and hydration booster.

    Similarly our fabulous ‘I Speak’ Chakra tea is gorgeous hot or cold and the ticket if you’ve had to attend one Zoom meet after another and have had a day of non stop presentations.

    Combine your cup of tea with our FREE  5 mMnute Tea Meditation for a fully restorative experience!

    Drinking tea at night

    As the last period of the day, nighttime is often a time we seek relaxation and wind down and will help you choose your perfect chill out inducing infusion.

    After a tiring day that demands a lot from the body, it’s ideal to have moments of tranquillity to relax before going to sleep.

    Our ‘Chamomile Dream’ and ‘I Love’ Heart Chakra Tea were formulated with this in mind.

    Want something that’s indulgent and also sugar free and calming: try our gorgeous Rooibos Cacao Chai. Add a splash of Oat or Almond milk for an extra calcium boost to calm down your nervous system.

    Try a select cup combined with a hot bath before bed. This routine will help you relax the body and stimulate sleep; it will also help digestion and reduce those feelings of heaviness and stress.

    These are some examples on how herbs and infusions can be included in your daily routines to help improve your wellness!

    Here at Solaris we have over 30 different blends that can be consumed daily. Understanding each one’s properties, as well as their individual preparation, will help you to experience this amazing world fully.

    Did you enjoy learning more about all the different types of teas and how they can benefit your daily routines?

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  • Tea up your flasks

    Tea up your flasks

    Make sure you’re drinking enough water

    Every parent, teacher, sports coach, and doctor has told us this before, especially during the warmer months. Likewise, if you are a parent yourself, you may find yourself reminding your children to drink more often.

    Our brains are 73% water, so they need proper hydration to function at their best. One expert writing for Psychology Today said that brain cells “require a delicate balance between water and various elements to operate, and when you lose too much water, that balance is disrupted. Your brain cells lose efficiency.” And one study in the US found that drinking water improved memory and focused attention.

    So keeping hydrated is a key ingredient to learning better but have you ever wonder how to solve the age old ‘what to put in the flask or water bottle’ dilemma?

    Of course fresh, clean, filtered water still rocks the boat and works on so many levels. Get them drinking plain water from as early an age as possible and reap the benefits.

    Staying well hydrated helps your kids:

    Boost their concentration

    Helps increase memory and recall

    Increase energy levels

    Prevent infection

    Happier mood 😊

    We all know sugary drinks are a no no for school time, juice contains a lot of fruit sugar which attacks the enamel of our teeth, artificial sweeteners can play havoc with our blood sugars and their general health impact has been shown to be suboptimal… So what to do to satisfy your kids fussy taste buds?

    If you’re like myself you know that it can be a challenge to get your kids to drink anything on the best of days; here’s a few suggestions to consider:

    Pop a sprig of fresh Mint, Lemon balm or Rosemary in your kids water bottle to flavour it.

    A slice of washed lemon, lime or cucumber might also work a treat!

    Did you know many herbal teas can be drunk cold or warm.

     

    Herbal teas can be a tasty and refreshing way to solve the school flask dilemma!

    All our Solaris Teas are sugar and artificial flavouring free as well as being 100% Organic – making them free from harmful chemicals and pesticides.

     

    Why not try a choice of these 4 Solaris Teas:  naturally caffeine, sugar and artificial flavouring free teas.

     

    Especially selected with your kids taste buds in mind and tested by the experts: i.e. our own two kids Aoife and Ruben 😊

     

    Berry fruity

    Berry fruity

    Full of zesty, refreshing flavours from a blend of Organic Hibiscus- rich in vitamin C, Lemongrass and Orange Peel to boost digestion and immunity, Rooibos- for its caramel colour and calming effects, and real Blueberries for flavour and because it’s a superfood. A perfect thirst quencher!

    This can be drunk hot or cold. It’s super refreshing made the night before and left to cool ready for your kids water bottle the next day!

     

    Rooibos Cacao Chai

    Rooibos Cacao Chai

    A family favourite in our house!

    Do your kids crave sweetness and chocolate flavours without the sugar. This works on all levels. Rooibos is full of antioxidants and gives a natural and safe boost in energy without any caffeine at all. It’s sweet and mild flavour makes it appeal to the fussiest of taste buds. We blend it with Cinnamon, Star Anise and Orange peel for reducing sugar cravings and warming your tummy and some Cacao peels for a yummy creamy cocoa flavour.

    A perfect flask filler for school!

    Can be drunk warm by itself or add your favourite milk for a creamy soothing drink for any time of day. Try it on warm days chilled like a milkshake or add to your favourite smoothie.

    I love to add Oat Milk for the added benefits that it’s rich in Calcium and B vitamins to soothe frayed nerves 💛

     

    Peppermint Delight

    Peppermint Delight

    My son Rubens’ all time favourite!

    Packed with bright and head clearing Peppermint flavours and sweetened up with Cinnamon, Fennel, Anise and Liquorice root.

    This tea is super soothing for the tummy and throat! It’s also very refreshing and clears the head at break time when your ears are steaming from all the information overload! Super again for calming blood sugar levels and keeping things even keel.

    Perfect hot for the flask or chilled in the water bottle. Prepare the night before and have ready on hand chilled.

     

    Chamomile Dream

    Chamomile Dream

    A hug in a cup! 

    This is super for frayed nerves and sore tummies.

    A super soothing blend of Organic Chamomile which calms anxiety and stress; with sweet Fennel to settle nervous tummies, Rose to uplift, Lime Flower and Oatstraw to nourish the nervous system.

    A wonderful warm flask filler for any age to help smooth transitions.

    A warm hug 🤗 when you can’t be there to give it 💛