Herbal Teas & Spices for Spring

Spring time is upon us in the northern hemisphere. It's time to increase your spicing to strengthen digestion, burn away toxins, and open your bodily channels so the toxins can flow out easily. Kapha heavy watery earthy qualities dominate the environment, your body and your mind at this time. It's a great time to plant the seeds you're wanting to manifest for the year, but just like in your backyard garden, first the weeds need to be plucked before fertilizing, planting or watering;  otherwise, you'll end up with very happy weeds - which in the body equate to more troubles.

Below are herbs and spices you might consider adding to your meals and teas to balance the heavy moist clogging properties (kapha dosha) which increases in spring or anytime you need a little pick me up. These aromatic herbs and spices will lighten your body and mind, allow your energy (prana) to flow more easily and will assist with the natural detox this time of year beckons.

Spring Herbs & Spices:

• tulsi

• peppermint

• cardamom

• coriander

• turmeric

• fenugreek (leaves and seeds)

• black pepper

• ginger or sunthi (for the vatas/pittas)

• cinnamon

• ajwain

• clove

• allspice

• kalunji

• thyme

• oregano

• parsley

• basil

• cilantro

• thai green chilis

• Mom's Masals: (aka Ayurvedic Garam Masala) - Perfect "Indian spice mix" to add a rich flavor, aroma, digestibility, and sensory awakening to any meal.

• MedAgni Masala: (avoid if you have high pitta) - helps with digestion of fat and protein, weightloss

From My Hearth to Yours,

xo Traci 

(PS if you don't have a masala dab - spice container like the one pictured here, you can find them on Amazon - you open one lid and access many spices all at once making cooking with lots of spices so simple)