Tea Supports Daily Wellness

A key takeaway for me from Dan Buettner's Netflix series, Live to 100, is that people in Blue Zones live long, healthy lives because wellness was built into their daily lifestyles. Wellness was not the result of how many hours they spent at the gym. Living a longer, healthier life is a result of steady daily rituals that encourage movement, balanced plant-based diets, being in community, stress management, and a keen sense of purpose.

Tea drinking is a wellness ritual that supports socializing, staying calm, and adding beneficial plant-based nutrients to your diet. Native botanicals like mamaki and 'olena (Hawaiian turmeric), have long been used in traditional Hawaiian medicine to restore energy and harmony (Uehara & Hwang, 2018).

Tea brings this tradition of longevity into the modern lifestyle. As the functional beverage market continues to expand globally (Grand View Research, 2024), our Island-inspired teas stand out for their great taste, health benefits, and versatility.

The Calm Power of Tea

Around the world, functional wellness has become a quiet movement. Studies show that regular tea consumption supports hydration, antioxidant defense and mental clarity.

A review published in Nutrients found that tea polyphenols can improve mood and focus while reducing oxidative stress (Pan et al., 2020). Similarly, Frontiers in Nutrition highlighted that caffeine-free herbal teas rich in antioxidants may help maintain calm and support the gut–brain connection (Frontiers in Nutrition, 2022).

Every sip of tea is both nourishment and ritual. This is a simple way to pause and realign.

Meet Mamaki: Hawaii’s Native Wellness Leaf

Mamaki (Pipturus albidus) is a plant found only in Hawaii. Traditionally used in Native Hawaiian medicine to support energy, digestion and circulation, modern research confirms its potent antioxidant profile(Uehara & Hwang, 2018).

A University of Hawaii study showed that mamaki leaves contain high levels of catechins and chlorogenic acid. These are compounds known to support cardiovascular and liver health (University of Hawaiβ€˜i CTAHR, 2015). These same catechins are also found in green tea and are recognized for their cancer-preventive and antioxidant effects (Yang & Wang, 2016).

Our Pure Mamaki tea is organically grown and sun-dried on the Big Island of Hawaii. With a clean, earthy taste and gentle vitality it’s a caffeine-free way to support daily wellness.

The Island Wellness Routine

Morning: Mana for Energy and Immunity
Begin your day withΒ  Mana, a bright mamaki & hibiscus blend that awakens the body and supports immune strength.

Midday: Pure Mamaki for Hydration and Focus
Sip Pure Mamaki between meals to stay hydrated and balanced. Its antioxidants help protect cells while supporting gut comfort (Pan et al., 2020).

Evening: Nanea, Mahina, or Olena for Calm and Recovery
Wind down with mamaki blends Nanea for relaxation, Mahina for restful sleep, or Olena for soothing blends of chamomile, ashwagandha and turmeric to supportΒ  inflammation and restore calm.

Each blend is crafted to guide you through your day with intention from sunrise to rest.

From Green Tea to Island Tea

Green tea is celebrated for it’s antioxidants, especially one powerful compound called EGCG that helps protect your cells from damage (Cabrera et al., 2006), but Mamaki offers similar benefits without caffeine.Β  According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (2020), brewed green tea contains moderate caffeine levels but excellent hydration properties (USDA FoodData Central, 2020). Mamaki provides a gentle caffeine-free alternative that is hydrating, alkalizing, and easy on the stomach.

A Daily Ritual of Calm

Tea is a reminder to slow down. To breathe. To find balance in motion. Whether you start your day with energy or end it with quiet reflection your cup of tea becomes a simple act of renewal.

Tea Chest Hawaii invites you to discover wellness that feels natural, grounded and sustainable. No trends, only timeless calm.

Explore Our Wellness Collection

  • Mana – Energy and immunity

  • Pure Mamaki – Hydration and antioxidants

  • Nanea – Calm and balance

  • Mahina – Rest and relaxation

  • Olena (Turmeric) – Inflammation and recovery

Find your calm with Tea Chest Hawaii where functional wellness meets island tranquility.

References

Cabrera, C., Artacho, R., & GimΓ©nez, R. (2006). Beneficial effects of green teaβ€”A review. Journal of the American College of Nutrition, 25(2), 79–99. https://doi.org/10.1080/07315724.2006.10719518

Yang, C. S., & Wang, H. (2016). Cancer preventive activities of tea catechins. Molecules, 21(12), 1679. https://doi.org/10.3390/molecules21121679

Pan, C., et al. (2020). Effects of tea polyphenols on oxidative stress and gut microbiota. Nutrients, 12(11), 3580. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu12113580

Frontiers in Nutrition. (2022). The role of herbal teas and caffeine-free infusions in mood, cognition, and hydration. Frontiers in Nutrition, 9, 875493. https://doi.org/10.3389/fnut.2022.875493

University of Hawaiβ€˜i College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources (CTAHR). (2015). Phytochemical analysis and antioxidant activity of Hawaiian mamaki (Pipturus albidus). Honolulu, HI: University of Hawaiβ€˜i at Mānoa.

Uehara, A., & Hwang, S. (2018). Traditional Hawaiian medicinal plants: Pharmacognostic and ethnobotanical perspectives. Pacific Science, 72(4), 415–428. https://doi.org/10.2984/72.4.2

Grand View Research. (2024). Functional beverages market size, share, and trends analysis report. https://www.grandviewresearch.com/

U.S. Department of Agriculture. (2020). Tea, brewed, greenβ€”Nutrition Facts and Data. USDA FoodData Central. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/

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