Perhaps you’ve seen holy basil in supplement form or as an ingredient in herbal teas. So what exactly is holy basil, and what does it do? Holy basil is an ancient Ayurvedic herb Holy basil (Ocimum tenuiflorum), or Tulsi, is an ancient herb commonly used in Ayurveda, a natural medicine system with historical roots in…
If you’re new to kratom and kava, you may be wondering What’s the difference? In short, kratom is a traditional medicinal tea made from the leaves of the Mitragyna speciosa tree, while kava is a Fijian ceremonial drink made from the ground roots of the Piper methysticum shrub. Kava tends to bring about a more…
If you frequently crave chocolate but don’t want all the extra sugar and additives of a chocolate bar, then look no further. Siesta Botanicals offers organic powdered cacao that you can create into all kinds of healthy and delicious chocolate treats, from hot chocolate to chocolate chia pudding. What is cacao? Cacao beans (Theobroma Cacao)…
Ahh, those lazy, hazy crazy days of summer are finally here. The perfect time for backyard barbecues and watching vibrant orange sunsets with a relaxing drink in hand. But if you’re looking to trade in your usual light beer for something more herbal, look no further. We offer several alternatives that can help you relax…
What are adaptogens? Adaptogens are a class of herbs that help increase your body’s ability to handle stress and fatigue. The idea behind the name “adaptogen” is that they “adapt” to your body’s individual needs. These important herbs date back to Chinese medicine and Indian Ayurvedic practices. Studies show that adaptogens have neuroprotective, anti-fatigue, antidepressant…
What is kratom? Kratom (mitragyna speciosa) is a tropical evergreen tree indigenous to Thailand, its surrounding countries, and New Guinea. The plant has been used for millennia in traditional medicine and in social and religious contexts. Kratom belongs to the Rubiaceae family, which includes coffee and gardenia plants. The trees can sometimes reach 80 to…
If your summer plans include basking in the sun with a cold one and grilling up some hot dogs, you might want to add a few thousand antioxidants to your diet to help sweep up all those extra free radicals. What are free radicals? Free radicals are highly reactive and unstable molecules produced when your…
Kava has peaked the interest of researchers in recent years due to its many noted benefits, particularly its ability to reduce stress and anxiety. However, there is growing evidence that kava may also have other important health benefits. For example, a 2000 study found that the more kava a population consumed, the lower the cancer…
Siesta Botanicals offers far more than just kratom and kava. From blue lotus to ashwagandha to organic moringa, we offer many high-quality products to help battle stress, invigorate you, and/or give your health a boost. If you haven’t taken a look at our other botanicals yet, here’s a few of them. Organic Moringa: Packed with…
Cooling Teas for Summer via the Wisdom of Ayurveda Summer is well on its way (here in the northern hemisphere). In traditional Ayurvedic medicine, summer is considered pitta season. The pitta dosha consists of fire and a little water and governs metabolism and digestion. Hot days increase the pitta dosha in our bodies which can…