With Additional Tweaks For Fall Season!
Shatavari has been a cornerstone of Ayurvedic medicine for women’s health for thousands of years, supporting vitality and wellness as women age.
As with many ancient remedies from India’s wellness traditions, modern science now supports the safety and effectiveness of Shatavari, especially in alleviating discomforts common during peri-menopause and beyond.1 This tea recipe incorporates Shatavari powder for a nourishing and flavorful drink, perfect for both morning and evening.
Because Fall and flu season is upon us, I have also added ingredients from my Ayurvedic Flu-Fighting Tea, such as cinnamon, cloves, cardamom, black pepper, and turmeric, each with its own medicinal properties. To enhance this warming blend and combat the dry, cool, and windy qualities of the season, I’ve also included ghee.
Feel free to stick to just Shatavari or experiment with the other spices below. You can find Shatavari powder at most health food stores (I buy mine at the Natural Health Shop. Link Below).
Recipe:
- In a saucepan, bring 1 cup of boiling water to a simmer with the following ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon of Shatavari powder
- Almond/Oat milk (or your preferred milk) to taste
- Add half a teaspoon of the following spices (or adjust amount to your preference):
- Cinnamon
- Cardamom
- Cloves
- Black Pepper
- Ginger
- Turmeric
- For an extra boost of warmth and nourishment, add 1 teaspoon of ghee to balance vata energy, which increases with age and in the Fall.
- Once the tea has cooled below boiling, add honey to taste, or enjoy it as is. Mix well with a whisk.
Drink twice a day and savor the comfort and warmth of Fall!