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Women from all over the world say that drinking Raspberry Leaf Tea during the second half of their pregnancy really helped with their labor.

Raspberry Leaf Tea, also known as red raspberry leaf, is a common herbal remedy. It's not the same as raspberry fruit tea. Raspberry Leaf Tea is said to support the female system during pregnancy. The idea is not so much to speed up labor, but to help it to progress at a nice, steady pace. Because Raspberry Leaf Tea takes several weeks to accumulate in the body, it is said to work better on women who are overdue. It is also believed to help produce nutrient-rich breast milk. Although there has been little research (and therefore evidence) to support these claims, some midwives have been carrying out observational studies of their own.

According to an article in Pregancy, Birth and Beyond, "there has been research on the effects of raspberry leaf extracts on animals and on women in the first week after birth (Burn & Withell, 1941; Whitehouse, 1941). Raspberry leaf was found to cause a relaxant effect on the uterus. It is also believed that this relaxant effect caused the uterine contractions of labor to become better coordinated and more efficient, thus shortening the length of labor." This inspired three midwives from Westmead Hospital in Sydney to try and find further research on the use of Raspberry Leaf and its effects on labor. Read more.

Resources:
http://www.motherandchildhealth.com/Prenatal/raspberry.html
http://www.pregnancy.com.au
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Our Story
When we discovered that tea drinkers had expanded beyond nibbling cucumber sandwiches and sipping on an oh-so-familiar Black tea, we tea lovers became curious. We familiarized ourselves with teas from around the globe, relished in new exotic flavors, and explored delectable, new food pairings. Yes, we tea fans had found ourselves in our element. Later, our passion for tea led us to holding tea tasting parties, traveling to conventions, attending seminars…and, soon after, we launched Element Tea.

At Element Tea we practice strict quality control and we follow strategic guidelines when purchasing our products. Those practices involve numerous samplings, improving formulations, buying tea from renowned tea estates and suppliers, and hand-selecting products with raw, natural ingredients. We also carry certified organic teas for every one of our categories.

Our goal is to introduce people to some of the world’s healthiest and most delicious teas, to expand tea palettes and tea knowledge, and to answer all tea-related questions. We want people to have fun exploring this popular beverage by learning about the origin of tea, the different flavor varieties, how tea is prepared, and understanding all the health benefits of this delicious drink. We also preach that tea is not in competition with coffee. In fact it is very much opposite to the ‘get up and go’ coffee buzz. Instead, the daily ritual of tea encourages people to take a break or steal a moment to themselves, or better still, to bond with close friends.

As part of our goal, we also believe it’s important to ensure that farm workers on tea estates are paid a fair, above-market price and that strict socioeconomic development criteria are being met in developing countries across Africa, Asia, and Latin America. That is why we have a Chari-TEA, a specific tea that, when purchased, will give a percentage of the profit to TransFair USA, a non-profit organization that issues Fair Trade Certifications.

Please enjoy your experience with us, share your thoughts with us, and, ultimately, be in your element.

Our decaffeinated tea is produced via a chemical-free, “Supercritical CO2 Decaffeination” process, a method whereby caffeine is selectively removed from the tea leaf. Under high pressure, CO2 becomes liquid form and is able to flow freely through natural materials, like tea, where it can dissolve the caffeine. This is called its “supercritical state,” hence the process’ name. The tea leaves are left intact, and the caffeine-laden CO2 is filtered and recycled for further use in decaffeination.

This process is capable of extracting 97% of caffeine from the leaf. Therefore, decaffeinated tea is not completely caffeine-free and contains small traces of caffeine (between 5-10 mg). Carbon dioxide is a natural part of the air and physically harmless.

As with all teas, decaffeinated teas provide all the same benefits as those teas containing caffeine. They are loaded with cancer-fighting antioxidants, lower cholesterol, boost the immune system, prevent heart attacks and stoke, lower blood sugar, and help promote health skin, teeth and bones.

Check out our selection of Decaffeinated Teas here.

It's direct translation for “Black Dragon,” Oolong tea (pronounced Wu-Long) are full-bodied with fragrant and fruity aromas. The leaves are picked from the camelia sinensis plant, so this is a true tea. Once picked, the Oolong tea leaves are processed in two different ways. Some teas are rolled into long curly leaves, while some are pressed into a ball-like form. No other category of teas include such a wide range of diversity and complexity, due in part to the various levels of oxidation (from 10% - 70%). The more oxidized Oolongs are closer in character to black tea, with a deeper color and fruit and chocolate notes, while less oxidized Oolongs are more similar to green tea, with a lighter color and natural floral tones. Such delicacy makes Oolong tea among the most prized of teas and most often the tea served in Chinese restaurants.

Health Benefits:
Oolong tea is excellent with meals and is often referred to as the “weight loss tea” because it helps to lower the intake of fat from high-cholesterol meals. It also it increases metabolism and aids in digestion. Not only does it have a reputation as a dieter’s tea, it is great for the skin and can ease eczema and psoriasis symptoms, as well. Oolong tea helps to lower cholesterol and blood sugar, as well as reduce plaque in the arteries. Lastly, Oolongs still contain some caffeine (15% of the caffeine in a cup of coffee).

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A new "tea" that is gaining popularity in the United states is Rooibos (pronounced ROY-bos). Is a nutritious, shrub like botanical grown on in a small area in the Cederberg region in South Africa. Also known as “African Red Bush,” the leaves are oxidized in order to produce the reddish-brown color and to enhance the flavor. Unoxidized “green” Rooibos is also produced in a method similar to which green tea is produced. This South African drink is known to be sweet and slightly nutty, and is a great pick-me-up in the morning and a relaxer before bed.

A common misconception is that Rooibos is a tea when it is, in fact, not. True teas are those that contain leaves from the Camellia sinensis plant, which Rooibos does not. However, it is often referred to ast "tea" because it is steeped, brewed, infused, etc in the same way as the tea many are familiar with.

Health Benefits As an all-natural and caffeine-free tea, Rooibos is extremely high in antioxidants and vitamin C, which help to fight off cancer and free radicals and strengthen the body’s immune system. Rooibos also supplements the daily amounts of calcium, manganese, and fluoride, which are all needed in the development of strong teeth and bones. Rooibos contains zinc and vitamin E, both of which promote healthy skin. Rooibos has also long been used to aid in digestion, relieve allergies, and increase iron absorption, and it is also believed to relieve symptoms for people suffering from headaches, irritability, insomnia, nervous tension, and mild depression. Rooibos is perfect for mothers during pregnancy and breastfeeding and has been said to have a soothing effect on babies suffering from colic.* *Please consult your doctor first.

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