{"product_id":"turmeric-lemon-ginger","title":"Turmeric Lemon Ginger","description":"\u003ch3\u003eThe functional wellness tea that tastes bright, not muddy.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurmeric root, lemongrass, ginger root, lemon peel, licorice root, black pepper. An herbal blend built to make turmeric bright and drinkable, without the earthy, chalky taste that makes most turmeric teas hard to finish. The lemongrass and lemon peel lift the turmeric into citrus territory. The ginger adds warmth. The licorice root adds natural sweetness. The black pepper does the bioavailability work that makes the turmeric actually absorbable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy black pepper belongs in the cup.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurmeric contains curcumin, the compound herbalists and researchers care about. The problem: curcumin has low bioavailability on its own, meaning the body struggles to absorb it from the digestive tract. Black pepper contains piperine, an alkaloid that inhibits the enzymes that break down curcumin before it reaches the bloodstream. Studies show piperine increases curcumin absorption by up to 2000%. The black pepper in this blend is not a flavor accent. It is the ingredient that helps your body absorb the curcumin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe golden milk tradition.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Ayurvedic practice, turmeric gets mixed with warm milk, ghee, black pepper, and honey into a drink called \"Haldi Doodh\" or golden milk. The tradition understands what modern science confirmed: curcumin is fat-soluble. Adding a splash of coconut milk, oat milk, or whole milk to this tea binds the curcumin to the fat and carries it into the body. Brew the tea strong, add the milk warm, sweeten with honey if you want it. The golden milk ritual, adapted for the teapot. Warming, earthy, citrus-bright, naturally sweet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eContains licorice root. If you have high blood pressure, or a heart or kidney condition, or are pregnant, limit licorice and consult your healthcare provider.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThese statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yerba Buena Tea Co.","offers":[{"title":"Tea Tin","offer_id":47256180195650,"sku":"SQ2091029","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tea Refill","offer_id":47256180228418,"sku":"SQ2091030","price":16.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/0862\/4962\/files\/turmeric-lemon-ginger-loose-leaf-tea-ybtco.webp?v=1779851320","url":"https:\/\/ybtco.mom\/products\/turmeric-lemon-ginger","provider":"Yerba Buena Tea Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}