Vanilla Beans

• Common Names (AKA): Vanilla, vanilla bean

• Main Health Benefits:

  • Antioxidant Properties: Contains antioxidants that help neutralize free radicals and protect cells from oxidative stress.

  • Digestive Health: May aid digestion and soothe gastrointestinal discomfort.

  • Mood Support: The aroma of vanilla is known to have calming effects, which may improve mood and reduce stress.

• Energetics:

  • Taste: Sweet, creamy,  aromatic.

  • Temperature: Neutral, warming.

  • Effects on the Body: Adds a comforting and soothing effect, enhances flavor, and supports digestive health.

• Blends Well With:

  • Herbs: Chamomile,  peppermint, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, cardamom

  • Fruits: Berries, apples, and citrus

  • Loose Leaf Teas: Black tea, rooibos, or green tea for enhanced flavor complexity.

• How to Prepare:

  • Tea: Use the seeds scraped from the vanilla bean pod or the whole pod. Blend with complimenting ingredients to create a tasty and comforting tea blend.

• Known Precautions/Contraindications:

  • No known precautions

  Additional Information: It is highly valued for its quality and flavor, and it has become synonymous with high-quality vanilla.

• Origin: Madagascar

Available in 1 ounce (approximately 5-7 beans per ounce) quantities. (*organic)

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