Tahuya Tea & Herbals

03/02/2026

High Blood Pressure. Three words no one likes to hear, including me. My backstory? A number of years ago I was following the traditional western medicine protocol and taking 3 medications. After I wizened up and began reflecting on knowledge that I knew was in me, I got off all meds. My formula? Lifestyle, diet and meditation. I’m no longer playing that game with myself. But, we’re all different and need different adjustments to match our needs.

When a customer, Linda, an RN, made a request to work on an herbal beverage to help with high blood pressure, it became very important to me. She had done so much legwork and research. Taking her recommendations and diving a little deeper with my resources, we have a pretty nice blend that should be helpful. And there are a lot of herbs to choose from! I chose these based on the ingredients in the Full Leaf Tea company’s high blood pressure tea blend and suggestions from herbalist expert Rosemary Gladstar’s work.

Our blend features hibiscus, tulsi (holy basil), hawthorn berries, ginger, cinnamon, thyme, and fenugreek. Hibiscus is known for its blood pressure-lowering properties, while hawthorn berries support heart health. Tulsi and cinnamon may help reduce stress and inflammation. Ginger and fenugreek are believed to promote circulation and metabolic wellness, and thyme adds antioxidant support. It's recommended to drink 2 to 3 cups daily. While I can't promise miracles or offer guarantees, these herbs are excellent additions to your wellness journey

Look for it after the middle of March at Bouchard Boutique in Belfair and ISH in Shelton.

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02/25/2026

02/25/2026

Are you getting enough greens? Not just your spinach, broccoli or kale. I’m talking TEA. GREEN TEA.

Green tea is one of the most popular beverages worldwide, known for its refreshing taste and numerous health benefits. But not all green teas are the same—there are many varieties, each with its own flavor profile, preparation method, and origin.

Matcha, in particular, is packed with antioxidants because the whole leaf is consumed. Sencha and Longjing also offer significant health benefits while providing a lighter caffeine boost compared to coffee. Green tea provides a more balanced energy boost than coffee due to the presence of L-theanine, which promotes calm focus without the jitters.

Whether you prefer the bold richness of matcha or the light refreshment of sencha, there’s a green tea for every taste. Exploring different types not only expands your palate but also allows you to enjoy the unique health benefits that each variety offers. Try a few styles to find your favorite and enjoy the journey one cup at a time.

If you’re looking for the top nutritional contender, it’s matcha. While how you prepare and consume matcha influences the absorption of nutrients in your body, the extent to which it positively impacts your health depends on various factors, including your gut microbiome, the amount of milk you may or may not add and the quality of the matcha you consume over time.

GREEN is GOOD, whatever way you like it!

Sources: Huffington Post & Harvard University

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02/13/2026

Hey everyone, Courtney and I had a planning session today for our first tea party scheduled for the Spring Equinox, March 20th. This is going to be one to remember. More to come...

02/10/2026

Highly recommend, one of my favorite practitioners, Jessica Dean.🥰

02/06/2026

Some tea lovers will tell you loose tea tastes better. But bagged tea is much more convenient.

While you’ll have plenty of choices among bagged teas, loose tea comes in even more varieties and blends.

It’s all about personal preference, but overall, loose teas’ flavor has more breadth and depth. The leaves of loose teas are usually larger and typically of higher quality than those in bags, which tend to contain mostly small leaf particles. Plus, loose leaves can expand in a pot or cup, exposing more of their surface area to the water, which enhances the taste. Tea bags, on the other hand, compress the leaves and can absorb some of the flavor compounds. One benefit of bagged teas is that they’re blended to be the same cup to cup. So, if you find a bagged tea that you really like, you can expect it to taste the same each time you drink it.

My teas are made and bagged in small batches and there can be a slight variance in taste. I don’t have machines that blend enormous quantities and dispense them into bags or packages.

Your choice, just enjoy anyway you like it.

02/04/2026

Now, I’ve shared information about herbal “teas”, but I want to pay respect to the ever popular, real deal, TRUE TEA. It’s important to note that all "true tea” comes from the same plant - camellia sinensis.

There are five true teas, and there’s not exactly complete agreement by all “experts.” And, since I’m not one of them, I’m relying on information gleaned from what I believe are to be reputable sources. All true teas from the Camellia Sinensis plant contain caffeine, a natural pesticide the plant produces to ward off insects. The amount varies significantly based on the type of tea, how it's processed, and how you brew it.

Unlike coffee's quick jolt, true tea provides gentler, more sustained energy. This is thanks to L-theanine, an amino acid that moderates caffeine absorption and promotes calm alertness—what tea drinkers often call a "tea high" or focused relaxation. L-theanine is an amino acid unique to tea that fundamentally changes how your body processes caffeine. It promotes alpha brain waves associated with calm alertness, creating the smooth, sustained energy tea is famous for.

So, drink your “true tea.” Each basic five classifications have their merits, Black, Green, Oolong, White or Pu’erh.

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01/28/2026

Remember, I've got ingredient #1. Organic local honey from the 2025 season. Send me a PM. I'll be at the Harstine Island Indoor Market on February 14th. Get some sweet stuff for your sweetheart.

01/23/2026

Yes, this annoying “weed” – dandelion – is really an important botanical. It used to be planted as a ground cover before grass. It’s a vital source of nutrition not only when we turn it into tea, wine, jelly, salads, etc., but for our bees and other insects so they can do their jobs in nature they were meant to do.
Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) is a nutritious plant that contains many illness-warding antioxidants and anti-inflammatory qualities. Dandelion may even help reduce cholesterol, control blood sugar levels, and can promote a healthy liver. It contains

Dandelions are rich in various vitamins and minerals, including:
• Vitamin A: Essential for vision and immune function.
• Vitamin C: Important for skin health and immune support.
• Vitamin K: Supports bone health and blood clotting.
• Vitamin E: Acts as an antioxidant, protecting cells from damage.
• Folate: Important for DNA synthesis and cell division.

Additionally, dandelions provide minerals such as calcium, iron, magnesium, and potassium, which are beneficial for overall health.

Come and get it at Bouchard Boutique in Belfair, ISH in Shelton, and the Harstine Indoor Market. (courtesy: Healthline)

01/17/2026

If you need a little help with anxiety and sleep, you’re not alone. There are vitamins and supplements, over the counter medications and prescription drugs. Personally, I try a simple solution (including lifestyle, what you’re in control of) and that’s why I created a 3 blend tea just for that. Why make it complicated?

People have used tea to ease stress and anxiety, and aid in better sleep for centuries. Certain herbals teas may be especially calming thanks to the natural compounds in the plants they’re made from. There are lots of recipes out there and not all work for everyone. There’s no magic bullet or one size fits all, but for $12 you could try my blend of lemon balm, passionflower and valerian root.

Lemon balm does lots of good stuff. It’s well known for its calming properties. It contains compounds which help increase your naturally producing GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid), a brain neurotransmitter that promotes relaxation and reduces feelings of tension and anxiety. Passionflower boasts many different benefits which may include the ability to reduce anxiety and treat sleep disorders, and like lemon balm works on GABA in the body. Valerian root is the third herb in the tea blend to address GABA and sooth the mind. In general, low levels of GABA in the brain may play a role in stress disorders, anxiety disorders, and sleep disorders.

I’m not a doctor or licensed person and I need to remind myself and you that herbs can have side effects just like pharmaceuticals can. The information I present here comes from readings and research from what I consider to be reliable online resources. My goal is to offer what may be considered therapeutic options and to also create some really good tasting teas! Not all wellness herbs are tasty. That’s why I carry naturally flavored local honey to consider, as well as it’s own health benefits

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