Tea Break: Brew Your Own Tea at Home

You settle in, ready to unwind with a warm cup of tea—but did you know your teabag might be adding more than just flavor? Many teabags contain plastic to seal the leaves, making them non-biodegradable and releasing billions of microplastics and nanoplastics into your drink with every brew.

🍃 A better way to enjoy tea:

Loose leaf tea—Ditch the bag and steep fresh leaves in a strainer for a cleaner, fuller taste.
Plastic-free teabags—Look for brands using compostable plant-based materials instead.

🌿 Brew Your Own Tea at Home

Making your own tea is easy and lets you choose high-quality ingredients. You can use store-bought dried herbs or easily dry your own at home—just hang bundles of mint, chamomile, lavender, or lemon balm upside down in a dry place and store them in an airtight container once fully dried. When you're ready, steep the herbs in hot (not boiling) water for a few minutes, strain, and enjoy.

✨ Try these blends for every mood:

- Chamomile & lavender—Soothing and perfect before bed.
- Peppermint & lemon balm—Refreshing and great for digestion.
- Ginger & turmeric—Warming with natural anti-inflammatory properties.
- Rose & hibiscus—A floral, vitamin-rich pick-me-up.
- Cinnamon & clove—Cozy and perfect for cooler days.

Your tea break should be pure comfort—without hidden plastics. 🍵