The best herbal teas and infusions to better manage stress

What is stress?

Definition: The word stress comes from the Latin "stringere" which means "to tighten, compress, constrict." We understand the body's impact on stress management.

The WHO defines health as a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being.

Stress is the set of responses of an organism subjected to pressures or constraints from its environment. It is an intense effort undergone. Stress is necessary; it requires stimulation to exert effort. When it is punctual, we can manage it more easily. However, when the phases are close together and repetitive, the body becomes overwhelmed and eventually exhausted, no longer resisting the stress, which then becomes harmful. Stress can be due to our daily tasks, work pressure, financial insecurity, human relationships; it settles into our daily lives and can become chronic stress. Our body undergoes daily pressures, and we are no longer aware of it.

Main Symptoms of Stress

The symptoms of stress are varied; here are a few:

• short, jerky breathing
• lack of appetite or, conversely, a craving for sugary foods
• difficult digestion (bloating, gas, constipation...)
• headaches
• back pain
• restless sleep (waking up at night, difficulty falling asleep)
• loss of concentration
• loss of sense of priorities
• changing relationships with others: withdrawal
• self-doubt
• mental rumination on professional or personal matters
• anxiety
• nervousness
• and many others...

What is an anti-stress, calming or relaxing herbal tea?

An anti-stress herbal tea is a beverage that can be drunk hot or cold, made with plants carefully selected for their impact on body relaxation and the calming effect they provide.

These plants have effects on both the body and the mind.

Why are plants useful for stress?

Several reasons point to plants as an ideal product for stress management.

1. Infusions: A common beverage.French people consume at least one infusion per day. Herbal teas and infusions are therefore common beverages that we can use to manage our stress. We can have them readily available in bulk or in sachets.
2. Infusions: An easy-to-consume and prepare beverage.The preparation time for an infusion is quick: you can let it steep for 10 minutes or 5 minutes and consume it at the office, at home, or during commutes in a thermos. It is recommended to drink 2 to 3 cups per day.

How are Gingerly's ritual infusions a solution for better stress management?

A turnkey solution developed by a stress management expert

More than just a tea, Gingerly Organic herbal teas and infusions give you access to wellness experiences to flash on the back of the sachet or box (yoga, mantra, meditation) while the tea infuses, to free your mind and relax.

Aurélie, an expert and trainer in stress management and Ayurveda, developed the "10 minutes for me" ritual: exclusive content so that everyone can independently and quickly take beneficial breaks in their daily life to relieve pressure, relax, and find peace.

This tool reflects a desire to help everyone establish wellness routines in their daily lives.

Which plants have been selected to relieve stress?

All the plants selected in our synergies come from organic farming certified by ECOCERT.

In our different recipes, each blend has been studied according to its impact on well-being and stress management.

Infusion I live in the present moment: this organic blend uses an adaptogenic plant: Siberian ginseng, also known as eleuthero, which calms an overactive mind. Fennel is known to aid digestion, which is affected by high levels of stress. This anti-stress herbal tea brings you serenity, helps you regain better digestion, inner calm and peaceful sleep.

For whom : anxiety, mental agitation, digestive problems and lack of sleep can sometimes disrupt your daily life.

What is an adaptogenic plant? It is a plant that helps the body adapt to different stresses. It has an ability to adapt and regulate according to the body's needs.

Other products in the same category:

Infusion I let go: this organic herbal tea contains various plants beneficial for chronic stress: lemon balm, mint, lemon verbena, lavender, chamomile. This comforting and balancing infusion will bring relaxation and calm. The anti-stress infusion you need.

For whom : you need to let go. You are too demanding of yourself and do too much.

Infusion I learn to slow down : this refreshing and balancing organic herbal tea helps you soothe feelings of frustration and promote joy and optimism. In a life driven by haste, it is essential to know how to slow down.

For whom : high demands on yourself, impatience and irritability can sometimes disturb your optimism.

In the context of stress management, these recommendations do not replace a doctor's advice. A consultation is necessary. The doctor may also prescribe a blood test to determine any deficiencies.

Stress management can also be done with a therapist using other tools.

What is the most effective plant for stress relief?

Several organic plants are effective in stress management. Some plant benefits:

Lavender, or “true lavender,” belongs to the Lamiaceae family. It is known for its relaxing properties. It is recognized for helping with:

• Anxiety
• Stress
• Nervousness
• Reducing symptoms of depression
• Insomnia and sleep disorders
• Slow digestion
• Irritability
• Melancholy
• Nervous disorders (migraines, nausea, spasms, colic)

Lemon balm is recognized for helping with:

• Melancholy, grief, sadness
• Emotionality
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Spasms
• Nervous breakdown
• Sleep

Chamomile is recognized for helping with:

• Irritability, anger
• Finding calm after a busy day
• Nervousness
• Anxiety
• Insomnia (prepares for sleep thanks to its relaxing effects but is not a sedative)
• Migraine
• Spasm
• Digestion