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Welcome to adaptogens & nootropics 101. Here’s everything you could ever possibly want to know about these funky ingredients.
Adaptogens & Nootropics
The main difference between adaptogens and nootropics is that adaptogens help support what we need in our bodies, whereas nootropics feed the mind. Adaptogens hear what your body is calling for and support it against various stressors like high blood pressure, anxiety, and fatigue. Nootropics on the other hand are like little brain boosters with the ability to increase memory, productivity and overall thinking power! In some cases, certain ingredients can have the benefits of both which is pretty freakin’ cool.
Energy + Focus ⚡️
Eleuthero
ADAPTOGEN
(Ee-lee-you-ther-o)
Say it with me, “ee”...“lee”...“you”...“thero.” Luckily the benefits to this one are not as confusing as its name. Sometimes referred to as Siberian Ginseng the plant’s benefits include its ability to boost immunity, and increase endurance. The roots of this plant are where all the goodness is and that’s exactly what we use in our blends.
Caffeine
NOOTROPIC
(Caf-feine)
When you first heard about natural nootropics, did you think caffeine would be on that list? Well it is! Our caffeine comes from our black and green tea leaves and is able to activate the digestive tract to eliminate toxins from the body. It also provides mental stimulation by sensitizing your brain's neurons which is mad-cool.
Cordyceps
ADAPTOGEN
(Cor-dy-eps)
Cordyceps are widely known for being incredibly versatile and boasting a wide variety of benefits. Its ability to battle fatigue and increase blood and oxygen flow make it a powerful antioxidant. The question we really should be asking about this one is, is there anything it can’t do?
Gotu Kola
ADAPTOGEN
(Go-too Koh-lah) Gotu Kola is a funky herb that’s been around for thousands of years. It kind of looks like cilantro but cooler…if that makes sense. It was commonly used in Ayurvedic and Traditional Chinese medicine to improve blood circulation. Yogis often used the herb to improve meditation and provide balance to the mind and crown chakra.
L-Theanine
NOOTROPIC
(El-thee-anine)This is the natural nootropic and amino acid found most commonly in green tea leaves. Who would’ve thought green tea leaves would be so much more than what meets the eye. Its benefits include helping to reduce stress and anxiety. Its ability to quickly reach your brain and start working its magic is what makes it so rad.
Rhodiola
ADAPTOGEN + NOOTROPIC
(Roh-dee-ola)
Some call this the golden root and we totally get it. This herb is ridiculously resilient as it grows in the cold climates and mountainous regions of Russia and Asia. Many studies have shown this herb to have anti-fatigue and anti-depressive properties. However, its main super power is its ability to increase concentration and mental performance.
Schisandra
ADAPTOGEN
(She-sandra)
This berry packs a pretty major punch. Its name means “the fruit of five tastes” which refers to its benefits to the 5 integral organs in the body according to Traditional Chinese Medicine(liver, heart, pancreas, lungs, and kidneys). We’ve added it to our blends for its ability to increase energy, and mental endurance. It’s small, but definitely mighty.
Natural, Science-Backed Super Ingredients
Ashwagandha
ADAPTOGEN
(Ash-wa-gan-dha)
Best known for its ability to reduce anxiety and lower cortisol levels. A growing body of scientific evidence has shown that this traditional herb helps you asleep faster, spend more time asleep, and experience better sleep quality
Reishi
ADAPTOGEN
(Ree-shee)
Hugely popular in Japanese and Korean medicine, Reishi is known for its immunity boosting qualities and its ability to fight stress and depression. It’s not a magic mushroom per say, but it’s pretty magical to us.
Valerian Root
ADAPTOGEN
(Val-eyr-ian)
Noted in ancient Greek texts as a remedy for insomnia, research suggests this is because of the roots ability to enhance one of the mind's main sedative neurotransmitters known as gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA).
Other Wild Ingredients
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Licorice Root
Natural sweetener. Reduces inflammation.
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Lavender
Sleep aid. Stress management.
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Chamomile
Sleep aid. Settled stomach.
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Goji Berries
Immunity. Antioxidant.
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Lemon Balm
Stress management. Sleep aid.
Earth Love
We believe that we have two homes, our bodies and our planet. It’s so important that we take care of them and don’t feed them any B.S. (bad stuff). Here’s how we’re keepin’ it clean and green.
01 Plant Based Tea Bags
Our tea bags are actually made from corn.They’re strong enough to resist the heat in your mug, but delicate enough to break down in your compost. Give it 30 days and it'll turn into dirt.
02 Compostable String and Tag
Our tags are made from eco-friendly paper. The coating on them that is used to keep them from disintegrating is plant based too. Yeah, we thought of everything.
03 Plant Based Wrappers
Just like our tea bags, these bad boys are made with plant power. The only difference is that they’re made from wood instead of corn. Got wood? We do. Get your mind out of the gutter.
04 Compostable Tea Boxes
Our tea boxes are made from eco-friendly paper fibers and printed with safe inks which make them easy to properly dispose of. Pick your bin and let nature do the rest of the work.
Pro-tip: If you choose to compost, make sure you tear it up into tiny pieces to promote oxygenation and a smoother transition to this box's end of life.