Holiday Gift Guide- Red Rose Sweet Temptations; Dessert Flavored Tea.

With cold weather comes the excuse to stay inside, curl up with a good book (or a good binge on your favorite TV show), and sip on something hot and delicious, now without any of the guilt! We are happy to share with you and your readers new Red Rose Sweet Temptations, a range of zero-calorie, caffeine-free herbal tea blends that are naturally flavored, lightly sweetened with Stevia and taste just like your favorite bakery treat! They taste just like their flavor names, which include Blueberry Muffin, Caramel Apple Pie, Lemon Cake and Strawberry Cheesecake.

Lisa Lillien, aka Hungry Girl, has partnered with Red Rose to create some delicious recipes featuring the new flavors. The latest recipe pairs perfectly with the weather outside and upcoming holiday season - Caramel Apple Pie Latte! Here's the link to make this delicious drink yourself!: Caramel Apple Pie Latte Recipe

About Hungry Girl:

Lisa Lillien (a.k.a. Hungry Girl) is a New York Times best-selling author and the creator of the Hungry Girl brand. She is the founder of hungry-girl.com, the free daily email service that entertains and informs hungry people everywhere. Lisa is the author of twelve bestselling cookbooks, six of which debuted at #1 on the New York Times Best Sellers list. She has also starred in a top-rated cooking show on both Food Network and Cooking Channel. A self-proclaimed "mad scientist" in the kitchen, Lisa dishes out guilt-free recipes, tips & tricks, supermarket finds, and survival guides for real-world eating situations.

My Thoughts:

I'll admit that I have a sweet tooth! When the holidays come around I am ready to dig into my favorite seasonal recipes. However, trying to stay on point with my health needs and not over do it with sugary treats is harder this time of year. Thanks to Hungry Girl and Red Rose, they have created a must have tea line for sweet lovers just like me! With flavors like Caramel Apple Pie, Strawberry Cheesecake, Lemon Cake and Blueberry Muffin, no matter what your favorite dish is you are covered by Red Rose Sweet Temptations!

I was amazed by the accurate flavors of these teas. If you are concerned about health risks, fear not! Sweet Temptations are caffeine free, herbal, zero calorie, naturally flavored and only lightly sweetened with Stevia. You'll be able to enjoy all your favorite bakery treats without any guilt!

After enjoying a cup at night as a treat with my official Red Rose mug added in to my delivery, I decided to try and see what special mixes I could make. I loved mixing up a tablespoon of honey into my Blueberry Muffin tea. It was scrumptious! I also adored making my own dessert by adding a touch of chocolate syrup into the Strawberry Cheesecake and a bit of cinnamon into the Caramel Apple Pie! These teas are perfect for your recipe making! 

If you're looking for a savory treat for yourself or a loved one this holiday season, look no further than Red Rose Sweet Temptations!

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Red Rose and Hungry Girl are having a promotion now on their Sweet Temptations tea. Click here on this link Promo Link  to check out the wonderful prices of individual packs and multi. All orders over $65 receive a free gift! Offer ends 12/26/17 at 10 am ET. 

Enjoy Some Well-Deserved "Me Time".

Imagine that you've just turned in that big project (phew!) or adjusted your kids to Back-to-School routine, and come to peace with summer ending. Now it’s time to take a deep breath and savor the moment. Treat yourself to some "me time" while sipping a cup of Twinings Camomile, Honey & Vanilla.

• Camomile, Honey & Vanilla: A soothing blend with pure camomile and the naturally sweet flavors of honey and vanilla to deliver a smooth tea with a creamy aroma and velvety taste.

At the end of a busy day you deserve to reset yourself to help you get ready for what’s next in your life.

My Thoughts:

I am a huge tea lover. Nothing makes me feel better when I need to relax or have a healthy pick me up than a nice, rejuvenating cup of tea. Two of my favorite flavors are honey and vanilla. Seeing Twinings introduce a Camomile variety with both was such an exciting moment! Camomile is one of my favorite types of tea to sit back and relax with. The addition of sweet honey and savory vanilla makes this an herbal tea lovers dream.

When I usually make tea I add honey or a tiny sprinkle of sugar, but I did not need that with this flavor of Twinings. It had a great flavor that had a nice full body taste that was not too sweet, but just sweet enough to enjoy. I felt nice and calm as I sipped this through the day. It was the perfect mid day pick me up or a late night relaxation addition.

If you are a fan of tea, I highly recommend Twinings Camomile, Honey & Vanilla.

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You Can Stop Looking- Numi Has The Perfect Gifts!

As another school year comes to a close, stand out from the gift cards and mugs with Numi Organic Tea’s latest gift items, Tea by Mood and Organic Tea Flight. These unique gifts celebrate people, planet and pure tea with an array of flavors that will delight connoisseurs and novice-tea drinkers alike, inviting the recipient to embrace their mood and sip in the moment or sample the best selection of organic teas.

The new Tea by Mood is a thoughtful gift and is the perfect introduction to the Numi Difference, which features 100% real ingredients for a cup that balances richness and nuance, allowing the pure taste of tea to shine through. It welcomes everyone to let the moment seize you, and grab a cup of tea to pair with it. This gift invites you to take a deep breath and allow your mood to inspire which type of tea you should enjoy. Each box contains five tea bags of the following eight organic and Fair Trade Certified teas and teasans (40 tea bags total!), which are hidden beneath eight perforated doors:

·         Breakfast Blend: Focus

·         Aged Earl Grey: Balance

·         Emperor’s Pu-erh: Energize

·         Jasmine Green: Reflect

·         Mate Lemon: Invigorate

·         Rooibos Chai: Inspire

·         Moroccan Mint: Refresh

·         Chamomile Lemon: Sleep

The Organic Tea Flight is packaged in a stylish, sustainable bamboo box, the Organic Tea Flight invites tea lovers of all levels to sample the best selection of organic, non-GMO and Fair Trade Certified teas. Each box includes a premium collection of black, green, and herbal teasans, making it a one-box solution for tea drawers and cabinets everywhere. The Organic Tea flight contains five of each of the following teas (45 tea bags total!):

·         Breakfast Blend

·         Aged Early Grey

·         Chocolate Pu-erh

·         Jasmine Green

·         Toasted Rice

·         Rooibos

·         Moroccan Mint

·         Dry Desert Lime

My Thoughts:

I am a huge tea lover. It is what powers me through the day and also what relaxes me at night. Picking the right tea has never been easier since trying Numi! They have a wide variety of teas to choose from. Each one of these tea combination packs are ideal! Whether you are buying for yourself, a friend, teacher, or loved one, Numi will have you in tea nirvana!

Tea by Mood is the perfect pack if you're someone (or if you know someone) who enjoys tea to raise their mood or energy level! Numi has everything from tea to help you focus, sleep, feel balanced and inspired, or energized. As someone who uses tea holistically, this was my go to for when I needed to relax, recharge, or desired a little boost in power. Each cup of tea did what it said it was going to! I was truly impressed. The teas were rich, flavorful, and you enjoyed the luxury of herbs floating in the cup to make the experience feel ever more natural and healthy. With 40 bags to go along with it, I'm ready to get through any day! It's a huge help during these summer months where I'm on the go for work from early morning to night.  

The Organic Tea Flight was such a treat! I am a huge fan of bamboo and the box was absolutely gorgeous. The artistry of it is phenomenal and it'll make the perfect storage box for the future after I enjoy the luscious teas! If you'll looking for a unique group of flavors and something to enjoy that is GMO free, Fair Trade and organic, this is the combination pack for you! Although I loved all of them, the Chocolate Pu-erh stood out to me as a chocolate lover. It was nice to enjoy the taste of the sweet treat in a healthy way. Like the teas above, you will get to enjoy a nice blend of green, black and herbal tea experiences with a variety of choices to enjoy day to day. With 45 bags in each set this is a wonderful gift for you or a loved one! 

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Get cozy with Plum Deluxe organic loose leaf teas

Founded in 2008, their organic loose leaf tea and daily featured articles help readers slow down and connect with themselves and the important moments in their lives. The site is a tribute to the founders mother, who lost a brave 6-year battle with breast cancer but never forgot to enjoy “the little things” in life.

Plum Deluxe has a popular tea of the month club as well as an online shop, all hand blended teas infused with love and positive energy.

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My Thoughts

I really enjoyed this tea. I am a big tea drinker, but new to loose leaf tea. You will need a tea strainer to enjoy these teas. The first one I tried was the Oregon Breakfast Tea Blend. It was unique in flavor. Each morning I drink English breakfast tea to start my day and I was expecting a taste similar to that tea. It was slightly close, but it was much more flavorful. The hazelnut flavor mixed with orange was very evident in the tea and taste. Over all, I really liked this tea and have enjoyed it a few more times. My first batch, I used too much tea, but my second I used roughly a tablespoon and found it much more enjoyable.

The second one I tried was the Garden Grove Green Tea. This one was really good. I'm a mixed fan on green tea usually. I often drink it because it's one of those teas that has a reputation for being good for you, but I can't say I necessarily enjoy it. That changed with the Garden Grove Green Tea. The taste was amazing. It was naturally sweet and the aroma coming form the tea as I sipped it made me feel good. This is a tea I could see myself using as a dessert tea in the evenings, when I'm trying to keep myself out of the cookie jar.

You can tell from the tea that Plum Deluxe puts a lot of pride into their product. The quality of this tea is great, and I really felt like I was getting a great product. If you enjoy tea, check out Plum Deluxe.

Review and Giveaway: Stop Smoking with Quit Tea

Nearly 1 in 5 American adults smokes, and this habit often continues -- usually with much shame and embarrassment -- into the parenting years. Children whose parents smoke are twice as likely to take up the habit themselves in their teen or young adult years, perpetuating the habit. Isn't it time to tackle the habit loop and quit smoking for good?

For the month of November, Quit Tea -- an all-natural herbal tea formulated to support quitting smoking naturally. Great American Smokeout begins on November 20.  Rather than taking just one day to stop smoking, Quit Tea's giveaway includes 2 boxes of Quit Tea (a 30-day supply) along with a travel mug and the book Quit Smoking With Herbal Tea, to support people who'd like to quit smoking for 30 days, or even for good, naturally.




Our Thoughts

As someone who has smoked off and on since the age of 14, at 31 and two kids later, it's time to stop. The problem is, I keep going back. Boredom is my trigger. When I'm bored I want a cigarette. Trying to figure out another and healthier habit has been difficult to say the least.

Enter Quit Tea. I love tea, and herbal tea is even better! I love that you replace this tea with smoking! One tea a day, or anytime you have a craving and you can easily start a new habit that is good for you, and tastes amazing. Specialized to help improve lung health, and reduce stress you can curb your cravings. It also helps curb the hunger that is associated with quitting smoking. Only a few days in and I can already tell a difference. I really am finding myself choosing tea over a smoke.

Help us celebrate month of November as a 30-day stop smoking naturally challenge, based around the 1-day Great American Smokeout! Now is the time. Join us in the challenge to stop smoking for good!

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Review: Organic India Teas

ORGANIC INDIA offers over 50 teas and supplements created with the freshest ingredients. Made from the sacred Holy Basil herb, Tulsi teas feature an adaptagonic herb that works with whatever the body needs. Whether its sippin' for lower stress, more energy, immunity or digestion, you'll want to give a big 'ol hug to trees and Tulsi leaves! 

Organic India's Tulsi - Holy Basil Formula and certified organic Tulsi Teas include three varieties of Tulsi leaves: Rama, Vana, and Krishna. Each variety has a slightly different look, taste and smell and when combined, create a perfectly balanced herbal infusion with an array of health benefits including:

• Support for the immune system
• Increased stamina and endurance
• Relief and protection from everyday stress
• Abundant antioxidants 

Not only are the teas super delicious, they are also USDA certified organic, Non-GMO Project verified with Fairtrade and Demeter Biodynamic Certified adding to the long list of brand's quality certifications and ensuring its commitment to sustainability. The global company works directly with thousands of family famers, widows and women in Northern India, creating sustainable communities through fair-market agriculture, access to healthcare, education and gender equality and empowerment programs. Saluting Mother Nature, the land and its people, never tasted so good!

Organic India offers FREE shipping on US orders over $25! 

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Our Thoughts
I like to try out new and different teas; drinking tea is one of my favorite ways to unwind.  Organic India offers many different tulsi teas & blends - I tried Tulsi Gotu Kola, Tulsi Jasmine, and Original Tulsi Teas.

 

Original Tulsi Tea
Three sacred varieties of Tulsi with potent restorative powers are blended to create this delicious, calming, yet energizing tea with hints of lemon and citrus from Vana Tulsi, the slightly spicy tones of Krishna Tulsi, and the calm depth of Rama Tulsi.

Tulsi Gotu Kola Tea
Two of India's most celebrated herbs, Tulsi and Gotu Kola, lovingly embrace in this healthful and purifying infusion. This blend nourishes and balances your nervous system, offers clarity and calm to your mind and enhances your overall physical and emotional well-being.

Gotu Kola, the brain food of herbs, has long been prized by students and yogis for its memory-enhancing properties. Native to Sri Lanka and South Africa, gotu kola extract and herb has been used for centuries to relieve mental fatigue, and as a tonic for overall brain and nervous system support. Rich in vitamins A, B, E, K and magnesium, researchers have found that it also contains several glycosides that exhibit healing properties.

  

Tulsi Jasmine Tea
A floral blend of Tulsi, chamomile, and jasmine, accented with sweet notes of anise. Perfect for romantic moments or reflective stillness that fills your senses with peace and harmony.

Each tea I tried has a nice, rounded, full-bodied flavor, although I did add a bit of raw honey to each cup. I like a stronger flavored tea with a little sweetness, so Organic India teas worked great for me - I have come across some brands of tea that are so mild you almost need two tea bags per cup of water just to get some flavor! Out of the three, the Jasmine is my favorite - the scent alone is a lovely way to start the relaxation process.  I think the Gotu Kola is my second favorite.  I served the Tulsi teas to my guests, too, and it was very well received!

The Organic India website is filled with information, links, resources, and videos on a variety of health-related topics; one can easily spend a lot of time learning! Plus, they carry a wide variety of teas, supplements, foods, and gifts - definitely worth checking out!

 

Anna Naturals Hand-Blended Herbal Teas #Giveaway

Anna Naturals

The story of Anna Naturals:
A mama made a promise to herself, that when her daughter was born she would do everything possible to give her the best care, including breastfeeding for at least a year. Six months after her baby girl was born, that mama started to struggle with nursing. Working full time and a high-stress career made keeping her supply up nearly impossible. On the advice of family and friends, she tried fenugreek tea. It was a miracle brew! Her supply was up and her baby was happy. Only problem was the taste of the tea was horrible. She could barely choke down the cups every day. There had to be a better way.

Our of her desperation to find a way to actually like this awful, miracle tea, the popular Nursing Mama blend was born. It wasn't until friends of friends and cousins of cousins started asking for the tea that this mama realized she could share this blend with mamas everywhere. Thanks to her beautiful daughter, Anna, the blends were packaged and Anna Naturals was born.

The first two blends to hit the market were Nursing Mama and Pregnancy. Taking the well-known and widely used herbs fenugreek and red raspberry leaf, and blending them with fruits, citrus and flowers to make them as appealing as they are beneficial. Soon thereafter, requests started coming in for more blends and Keep it Down for morning sickness, New Mama for the first weeks postpartum, and Preconception for mamas trying to conceive (TTC) were created. Anna Naturals now blends over ten different herbal teas - each one for a different purpose, but all naturally tasty.

After a while, it was hard to keep our "you shouldn't have to give up anything to get a natural product" vision to just herbal teas, so we developed a line of bath and body products. Our soaps and lotions are all natural, completely free of harsh chemicals such as parabens, DEA and sulfate, and lightly scented using only essential oils. These bath and body products are blended with organic botanicals, vitamins and moisturizing elements such as aloe vera and cucumber extract to be as nourishing as they are natural.

So that's our story! We'd love to be part of yours!

Here's what Anna Naturals offers:

Hand-Blended Herbal Teas:
Our teas are hand blended, herbal teas made from organic and all natural ingredients.  Our herbs are sourced from a vendor that does a battery of tests on their products to make sure they are safe, non-GMO, unaltered and pesticide-free. They are specifically blended for preconception, pregnancy, after delivery and nursing. The ingredients used (herbs like red raspberry leaf, fenugreek and lady's mantle) are widely known, but also known to not taste very pleasant. I personally have used both red raspberry leaf tea and fenugreek tea, and found myself struggling to stay with the regimen because it was so unpleasant to drink it every day. While the herbs work really well, the tastes were awful. So, by using ingredients like chamomile, hibiscus, and rosehip along with fruits and citrus we were able to create teas that are not only beneficial but actually taste amazing, too! Our goal is to provide women with a tea that tastes great and smells great, to encourage them to use these beneficial herbs.

 

All Natural and Organic Bar Soaps:
Our soaps are handmade with aloe, shea butter and olive oil and contain absolutely no chemicals or additives. We offer both all natural soaps lightly scented with essential oils, and organic soaps with all organic ingredients. As with our teas, we don't sacrifice aroma or lather for having chemical-free soaps. They are ah-ma-zing!

 

All Natural Hand & Body Lotion:
Our lotions are paraben-free and loaded with nutrients such as Vitamins A, C and E along with botanicals like chamomile, aloe vera and cucumber. Again, not compromising on scent we have developed lotions with all natural extracts to provide a variety of scents to soothe and warm the body as the lotion nourishes the skin.

 

Our Thoughts

I asked for the Hand-Blended Herbal Tea for Nursing Moms. Even though I am making enough milk for Mackenzie it's always nice to have something on hand just in case I need it for some reason.

This tea is fantastic. It does taste like Fenugreek so I do add honey to it to sweeten it but other than that, the taste is pleasant. After about 48 hours my milk supply increased to the point that I was making more than Mackenzie needed and I was able to pump to store some more breastmilk in the freezer. Now, since Mackenzie will not take a bottle and is old enough to go more than a couple hours without me, I have planned that any extra milk I am making will be donated to a milk bank.

This tea is fantastic for the mom who needs a little extra boost to start up her milk supply to accommodate her baby during a growth spurt or even for a momma that needs to pump and supply her baby with breastmilk for daycare.

You can check out Anna Naturals on their website, Facebook or Twitter.

Giveaway
One lucky winner is going to receive a Hand-Blended Herbal Tea from Anna Naturals! To enter, just fill in the Rafflecopter form below. This giveaway will end on  5/22/14  at 12:00am EST. Open to the US only. The winner will be notified via email and will have 48 hours to reply. Thanks again to Anna Naturals for offering this fantastic prize!

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