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Most of us think of tea as a comfort drink. Who doesn’t love sitting down with your favourite cuppa and watching tv, or something to wind down with before bed?
But what if your tea was doing more than that?What if it could actually calm your nervous system, support your hormones, ease anxiety, or even improve the quality of your sleep?
In this episode of Sole Wellness Podcast, I’m sitting down with Nina Morgan, a women’s health advocate and founder of Nutur Tea to chat all about what’s really hiding inside those supermarket tea bags, how to spot low quality matcha from the real thing, and the specific herbs that can make a difference to stress, gut health, and menopause.
Why Most Supermarket Teas Don’t Have Health Benefits
Not all teas are created equal. Many supermarket tea bags contain low-quality herbs (often just “dust” left over from the good stuff), plus hidden plastics in the bags themselves. These teas are cheap to make, but they don’t deliver the same nutrients or therapeutic effects as high-quality loose-leaf or organic teas.
Matcha vs Coffee: Which Is Better for Energy?
You’ve probably heard matcha praised as a healthier alternative to coffee but not all matcha is the same. Nina explains how poor-quality matcha can actually be bitter, dull, and lacking in benefits.
What to look for in good quality matcha:
Vibrant, bright green color (not brownish)
Smooth taste, without bitterness
Shade-grown and stone-ground for maximum nutrients
Unlike coffee, which spikes and crashes your energy, matcha contains L-theanine, an amino acid that gives calm, sustained focus without the jitters.
Herbal Tea for Stress, Hormones & Menopause
One of the most fascinating parts of the conversation is how certain herbs can directly impact women’s health.
🌿 For menopause: Herbs like sage and red clover can help ease hot flushes, night sweats, and brain fog.
🌿 For stress & sleep: Chamomile, lemon balm, and passionflower calm the nervous system and promote deeper rest.
🌿 For gut health: Peppermint and fennel can reduce bloating and support digestion.
These aren’t just “nice flavours” they’re natural remedies that have been used for centuries.
The Hidden Risks in Tea Bags
Many people don’t realise that some tea bags are sealed with plastic, which can release microplastics into your drink. Add to that low-quality, dusty herbs, and your “healthy” tea might not be helping you at all.
Nina shares practical tips on how to spot safe, high-quality tea bags and why ethical tea production matters. Spoiler: that $4 box of tea probably isn’t as pure as it seems.
Small Changes That Make a Big Difference
One of the most inspiring parts of Nina’s story? Replacing her nightly glass of wine with herbal tea. This simple shift improved her sleep, lowered stress, and created a healthier evening ritual.
It’s a reminder that sometimes, the little swaps we make each day can have the biggest impact.
You’ll learn:
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0:28 - Why most supermarket teas don’t have any health benefits
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2:27 - Why the matcha you’re drinking might not be as healthy as you think it is
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5:51 - What to look for in a good quality matcha
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7:40 - The difference between coffee and matcha when it comes to sustaining your energy levels
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10:53 - How to tell if your teabag is actually safe + the hidden risks of “dusty” herbs and plastic bags
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15:28 - Which herbs help with menopause to ease hot flushes and brain fog
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19:04 - The herbal tea that she gives to her kids (and they love it!)
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23:21 - What happened when Nina replaced her nightly wine with tea
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30:18 - Does the kettle and water temperature matter when making tea?
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32:23 - What ethical tea production actually looks like… and why $4 teas are a red flag
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34:01 - Plastic in teabags? Why it’s still happening and how to avoid it
… and SO much more.
Key Takeaways
✨ High-quality teas = better health benefits
✨ Matcha beats coffee for calm, sustained energy
✨ Herbs can support stress, digestion, and menopause naturally
✨ Cheap supermarket teas often contain plastics and low-quality herbs
✨ Your tea ritual can transform your energy, sleep, and wellbeing
Make sure you check out Nina’s organic, naturopathic formulated teas and matcha over at www.nurturtea.com, or head over to IG @nurturtea and @nurtur_with_nina
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