Modern Ayurvedic’s know their tea. When we say tea we don’t necessarily mean tea from a bag. Herbal infusions are the simplest and most cost-effective form of Ayurvedic medicine, and our go-to for bringing the doshas into balance.
What is Ayurvedic tea good for? Everything. You can refer to the table below for some inspiration and highlights, or read more on our favourite combinations below.
Ayurvedic Tea Recipe
Quantity of seeds or fresh grated root
- ½ tsp per mug
- 1 tsp per teapot (2 person)
- 2 tsp per litre
Submerge seeds in boil bottle, leave for 5 minutes and strain. Drink immediately, or keep the herbal infusion warm in a thermal bottle. For larger volumes you can also boil seeds in water on the stove top.
With a basic understanding of the Ayurvedic energetics and properties of simple culinary spices, you too can tailor your own herbal infusion. Here is your quick guide (scroll for our best ofs). And please always use organic spices, Modern Ayurvedics.
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coriander seeds |
fennel seeds |
cumin seeds |
ajwain seeds |
saffron threads (pinch) |
cracked cardamom pods |
ginger root (fresh grated) |
turmeric root (fresh grated) |
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Coriander seed tea
Awards
- Best tea for Pitta
- Best tonic following alcohol consumption
- Best adrenal purifier
Actions
- Drains displaced heat, ama/toxins and Pitta out of the urinary system (great for all you who are prone to UTIs)⠀
- Clear toxins and heat from the blood⠀
- Clear mucus from the lungs⠀
- Promotes Pitta digestion, enkindling agni without provoking inflammation
- Alleviates Pitta IBS (this is diarrhoea-prominent, if unsure take the test to determine you IBS-type)
Most complimentary supplements
- Ashwagandha for adrenals
- Triphala for digestion
Fennel seed tea
Awards
- Best tea for Vata
- Best anti-spasmodic
- Best herb for breast feeding mother
Actions
- Relieves digestive discomfort in the lower abdomen (gas, cramps and gripping pain)
- Smooth muscle relaxant
- Promotes the flow of milk in lactating mothers and may alleviate colic in infants
- Reduces nervous tension held in mamsa dhatus (muscle tissue)
Most complimentary supplements
- Triphala (not recommended if pregnant)
Cumin seed tea
Awards
- Best tea for Kapha
- Best digestive
Actions
- Promotes digestion (alleviating heaviness after eating)
- Alleviates cough
- Reduces uterine pain and excess discharge
- Promotes the production of milk in lactating mothers
Most complimentary supplements
Ginger root tea
Awards
Best tea for Agni (metabolism)
Best circulatory tonic
Best to reduce fluid retention
Actions
- Clears cold, damp sensations
- Improves circulation
- Digests ama (toxins)
- Cuts through excess Kapha (excess phlegm and mucous in respiratory system and gut)
Most complimentary supplements
If you would like further Ayurvedic advice, please book online for a consultation with Madeleine. This information is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment and is for educational and informative purposes only. If you're looking to make significant dietary, supplement or medication changes, always consult a registered medical professional.
MA // MODERN AYURVEDIC TM
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