The liver is located in the upper right part of the abdomen, beneath the diaphragm and above the stomach. As the largest internal organ of the human body, a small portion of it extends to the upper left part of the abdomen. The liver plays a huge role in our digestion, it detoxifies a substance necessary for metabolism (metabolites), amalgamates proteins, and produces digestion enhancing biochemicals.
It is a simple term, yet it’s getting a lot of attention today. The organic label guarantees the quality of the food that you consume. To be organic is a high cost, but people think it is a wiser choice than to end up being hospitalised after eating foods that are sprayed with pesticides.
The Chinese call what we commonly know as tea as “cha”, hence the Hindus called it “chai”. Chai is normal black tea but what makes masala chai special is the addition of spices and optionally spices to the brewed black tea which gives it an aromatic smell and a unique taste. Commonly added spices are cardamom pods, cinnamon sticks, ground ginger, cloves, and black peppercorns. Adding other spices that suit your taste can make various blends of masala chai.
Ashwagandha has become one of the most popular Ayurvedic herbs in the Western world over the last few years. And it is no wonder, with all the benefits this beloved root has to offer! Ashwagandha has been used in Ayurveda for thousands of years as a rasayana (rejuvenative) and it is renowned as an adaptogenic herb, which means it is used to help the body resist physiological and psychological stress by adapting to the needs of the body. At Tipson, our research and development team has worked tirelessly to incorporate ashwagandha into our organic blends. Therefore, here are the top health benefits of this miracle herb!
Although match tea comes from the same plant as green tea, it is grown very differently which gives it a unique set of health benefits. Here are 5 ways in which matcha can benefit you!
With its origin in Southeast Asia, ginger(Zingiber Officinale)is a herbaceous perennial plant that grows pseudo-stems (leaves rolled up to form a stem) yearly. Even used by the Greeks and Romans, the ginger root was used since ancient times for its medicinal properties. In the present day, ginger is still used as a natural medical prescription and as a spice to flavour up meals and beverages.
Customarily consumed in East Asia, matcha is a finely grounded powder of green tea leaves made from the Camellia Sinensis plant. Compared to other types of tea, matcha tea has a different harvesting process as they are grown in the shade (typically under a cloth) to prevent direct sunlight, which slows down the growth of the tea plant. The lack of sunlight increases the chlorophyll levels of the tea leaves turning them into a darker shade of green. Find out why Matcha is a health miracle!
Herbal Tea has been a miracle-worker for over two-millennia. The earliest records show that the Chinese had been using Herbal Tea as a natural prescription for a lot of illnesses. Customarily, herbal teas were only available in Asian countries. However, it eventually reached Europe through explorers who found herbal teas in the east and were instantly fascinated.
Facial creams, special soaps and body lotions may give you a temporary fix, but what about the long term? These products just help you mask the visible areas, sometimes making them worse. The proper way is to heal and cure imperfections using natural means and healthy meals! Here’s the Tipson tea guide on proper skin care.
What is it about tea that makes it such a refreshing drink on a hot summer-day? It is not the shiny ice cubes that you put in your glass nor is it the condensation that suggests a refreshing feeling. It is the tea itself! Summer is almost here now, and with it the warm breeze and sunny days, so what better way to embrace it than with a cold beverage that is refreshing and helps you rediscover a stronger you! Here’s the Tipson Tea way of refreshing and revitalising this summer.
A good detox can be a great way to restart your body for a healthier and more active life. As the concept of body detoxing gained popularity over the years, numerous detoxing techniques from infrared saunas to juice diets have come to light. But, many experts agree that detoxing is a process that occurs in your body naturally, whether you intend to do it or not. Anything you do to detox is going to aid that natural healing process. So the best way to detox is naturally!
Turmeric is rapidly emerging as a leading superfood all around the world. The benefits of turmeric are far-reaching with recent headlines claiming it can fight off flu, aid digestive complaints and even discourage cancer development. Check out this Tipson Tea guide on turmeric and how you can incorporate this golden spice in your diet to maximise its benefits on your health and wellness!
