Cumin, coriander and fennel (CCF) tea is a classic Ayurvedic digestive tea that balances vata, pitta and kapha doshas.

Cumin digests toxins, helps absorb nutrients, and increases the digestive fire and metabolism. Coriander cools excess heat in the body and enkindles the digestive fire without aggravating acidity. Fennel is the best spice for rebalancing the digestive fire, great for relieving acidity, bloating and gas, and is calming while promoting mental alertness.

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CCF Digestive Tea

Difficulty: Beginner Cook Time 15 mins Total Time 15 mins

Servings: 4 cups

Dietary:

D Dairy Free E Egg Free G Gluten Free N Nut Free V Vegan V Vegetarian

Description

Balances vata, pitta and kapha doshas.

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 quart purified water
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon coriander seed
• 1 teaspoon fennel seeds

Instructions

1. Place all the ingredients in a pot and simmer for fifteen minutes.
2. Turn off the heat and cool. Strain the spices and discard.
3. Store the CCF tea in a thermos. Sip on it all day, or drink 3 cups, 3 times a day.
4. For a single cup: pour a cup of boiling water into a mug, place 1/4-1/2 tsp of CCF tea mixture in a tea bag or tea ball, and steep for 3-5 minutes. Enjoy alone or with a little local organic honey. You may add a slice of fresh ginger to the steeping water.

Note

• Keep equal amounts of the three spices mixed in an airtight container for easy use.
• Reference: Frawley, Dr. David and Dr. Vasant Lad. The Yoga of Herbs. Lotus Press, 2001.