Hi Reader,

I’ve been making a new bulk batch of CCF tea this week—but this time, I added something extra. Since Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, I mixed in beautiful, edible rose petals alongside the classic coriander, cumin, and fennel.

Fancy, but not too fancy.
The kind of thing that feels special without trying too hard.

Perfect to give to someone you love—whether that’s you, a family member, your best girly, or your main squeeze.

I’ve also been reworking the packaging for this tea—adding new stickers and a two-sided Wellness Card that now comes with each bag. It feels good to slow down and tend to the things we already know support us.

Why CCF Tea Is So Loved in Ayurveda

In Ayurveda, CCF tea is one of those foundational remedies that shows up again and again for a reason. Coriander, cumin, and fennel work together to gently support digestion without overstimulating it.

This tea is traditionally used to:

• Gently kindle digestive fire (agni)
• Reduce gas and bloating
• Support regular elimination
• Calm the nervous system through the gut

With the addition of rose petals, the blend becomes more cooling and calming, traditionally used to support gentle detoxification and emotional balance. Rose has long been associated with the heart—there’s a reason we offer roses during moments of love, care, and transition.

Food and Ritual as Medicine (Without Perfectionism)

Supportive practices don’t need to be complicated to be effective.

CCF tea is easy to make. One teaspoon of the blend (the baking-measurement kind, not the spoon in your drawer 😉) makes a pot of tea. One bag makes over 50 cups.

It’s not about doing it perfectly or even drinking it every day (though you can). It’s about having something simple you can return to when digestion feels off, when routines slip, or when your body asks for a reset that isn’t extreme.

Sometimes medicine looks like consistency.
Sometimes it looks like remembering what already works.

A Reflection for This Week

What simple practice do I already know supports my digestion—and how often do I actually return to it?

No judgment. Just noticing.

A Small Seasonal Offering

If you’d like to bring CCF tea into your routine, you can order it directly from me or pick it up at FolkYoga SF (286 Divisadero Street in NOPA).

Pricing is

$16 for CCF Tea Bag + Wellness Card at FolkYoga SF, or

$16 plus shipping if I’m mailing it anywhere in the U.S.

The heavy duty matte laminated Wellness Card gives guidance for Daily & Weekly Self-Care Rituals. (I put pictures below).

You’re always welcome to reply to this email with questions.

And if digestion, sleep, or seasonal transitions feel like something you’d like to explore more personally, I offer free 15-minute introductory Ayurvedic calls—book one anytime, or simply hit reply and start the conversation.

I’ll keep sharing these Weekly Musings—Ayurveda as it shows up in real life, yoga, food, and the changing seasons. Thank you for being here.

Best,

Marisa

PS: If you’re looking for a last-minute Valentine’s gift that feels thoughtful without being overdone, this rose-infused CCF tea is a lovely option. Gentle, grounding, and meant to be used—not just admired. 💗