Matcha Love Originally from China, the tea used for matcha can be dated back to the Tang Dynasty 900 years ago, where it was packed into bricks and traditionally served with salt. It wasn't until the Song Dynasty that the Chinese started serving tea in powder form. In 1191, a Japanese Buddhist monk studying in China brought this powdered tea back to Japan with him. The word Matcha is Japanese for “ground tea.” “Ma” means rubbed or ground and “Cha” means tea. Matcha is best known for its part of Japanese Tea Culture and is spreading worldwide in popularity. This powdered form of tea has many powerful nutritional benefits and is a delicious and healthy alternative to coffee. Health benefits o
Aptos Natural Foods is excited to bring Brisia's Chimichurri recipe to you! Packed full of beneficial ingredients, the Chimichurri also brings the flavor to your meats or tofu.This recipe involves the leafy tops of the coriander plant, known as cilantro. While some people have a genetic aversion to cilantro, those of us who are blessed with liking it can enjoy all the health benefits. The 12 benefits of cilantro according to Dr. Axe are as follows: 1. Helps rid the body of heavy metals 2. Can protect against Oxidative Stress 3. Helps lower anxiety and improves sleep 4. Supports healthy Blood Sugar Levels 5. Can protect against cardiovascular disease 6. Helps prevents Urinary Tract Infections
