Tea has been known for centuries to have healing benefits for the body and mind. But did you know that tea also has effective healing benefits for your period and PMS symptoms? Tara and the Be Prepared Period Team knows just how awesome the effects of tea can be for girls and women during their period and that is why they have created yummy blends for all women to try.
Hear what they have to say about tea and its amazing benefits for your period:
What motivated you to add tea to the Be Prepared Period Shop? Why tea?
I am a tea lover, my absolute favorite being chai. The experience of drinking tea – the world’s most popular beverage besides water, is unlike anything else. Sipping on the hot, flavorful liquid for a short while is an escape, or a way to envision positivity. Tea means not only relaxation and indulgence, but also community. We get together with friends for a cup of tea, have high tea with delicious accompaniments or finish a nourishing family meal with our favorite cup. I want women to have this experience, and balance their hormones at the same time. There is no reason why balancing hormones, health or happiness should be negative and/or extremely difficult. Using a tasty, nourishing herbal blend will not only balance health but also help you connect with the pleasant experience of drinking tea. You’ll WANT to make this a part of your life, rather than feeling you HAVE to.
How can women decide which tea is right for them?
While the names are pretty self-explanatory, the teas are helpful beyond basic menstrual cramps and hot flashes. If you have other pain, or bothersome PMS symptoms, then Cramp Tea is your best bet. If you are going through menopause, and have noticed other symptoms like low libido, vaginal dryness and low mood, Hot Flash Tea is for you. Hot Flash Tea can also be used for other uncomfortable temperatures, like night sweats or hot flashes associated with stress, panic and possibly heart problems.
How can tea help with period symptoms?
Our teas are specially blended with organic/wild crafted medicinal herbs, all of which have been used for thousands of years in balancing the female system. These herbs contain many different properties, including volatile oils, vitamins and minerals.
We formulated the specific herbs in each tea with our friend and partner, The Hormone Diva (a holistic nutritionist) to be extremely effective for its namesake symptom. These herbs gently work on many organs of the body, including our uterus, ovaries, liver, bowels and kidneys. The herbs are also balancing to the brain and nervous system; an inflamed brain often leads to hormonal imbalances. Over time you will notice not only a reduction in cramps or hot flashes, but a reduction of your hormonal symptoms in their entirety, including low moods and libido, irregular or heavy periods and the like.
What if you are not a big tea drinker? Are there any tips for making tea taste better?
Absolutely! Find a brewing method that you like. Some women prefer to make iced tea, as they aren’t big on the taste/experience of drinking hot beverages. You can also sweeten the mix with liquid stevia, raw honey, agave or maple syrup. If there are certain herbs or teas that you LIKE the taste of, feel free to mix them in. Sometimes I like to make my Cramp Tea with green tea, for example, to get extra nutrients and a bit of a taste change. You can also use the brewed tea as a base for things like smoothies, where you won’t even notice the taste. Add in some squeezed lemon, lime or orange juice to hot or iced tea. You could also add some sprigs of mint, some cucumber slices or berries to flavor the mix if you’re doing iced tea. These teas were blended with YOU in mind – to already be insanely tasty. But, make it your own and add what you like to motivate you to drink the tea regularly.
How much tea do you have to drink to benefit from it?
We provide instructions on how to receive maximum benefits with every tea purchase. But, for most drinking between 2-4 cups daily with breaks here and there should do the trick. Depending on the severity of the problem, take the tea as directed for three months or three menstrual cycles to receive maximum benefits.
What do you suggest for those new or unfamiliar with natural alternatives?
We totally understand that “going natural” can be unnerving or scary for some people, and we have something for them, too! Our free Benefits of Brewing email series highlights the herbs used in our tea blends, as well as a background on natural medicine, teas, and at-home remedies to try. Everyone starts somewhere; we commend those for taking an active role in their health!
Did we pique your curiosity? Want the chance to experience the benefits of tea for your next cycle? Well, you’re in luck! Until October 25th, Be Prepared Period is offering a free tin of Cramp Tea when you purchase The DivaCup from their online store! Be sure to use Promo Code Diva+Tea when you check out!
And, what’s more, in partnership with Be Prepared Period, we are hosting a giveaway for you to win The DivaCup and DivaWash, a tin of Cramp tea, and some adorable tea accessories! Giveaway starts Monday October 19th at 12 noon (EST) on the DivaCup Facebook page.
Tara Bruley is the founder of BePreparedPeriod.com, a website designed to be a one stop shop for all things menstrual. Her mission is to empower ladies of all ages have a healthier, better period by providing numerous resources – resources that include an online store (with one of the largest selections of traditional, organic, and eco-friendly products featuring the DivaCup!), a library of helpful articles, a PeriodTalk Q&A forum and more. Connect with Tara on her website, Pinterest, Facebook and Twitter.
Challenging all women to have a healthier, better period she’s happy to offer a free copy of the Better Your Period Action Guide. Download it here.
