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What's up TEAmigo?!? Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show teaching athletes how tea can optimize longevity, recovery, & performance. My name is Vince LaPelusa & I am your host on this journey. I am a tea lover, chemical engineer, Brazilian jiu jitsu purple be

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    Ep 96: The Ultimate Guide to Cold Tea Infusions: Quenching Thirst in the Heat

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2023 17:19


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today...Vince is helping you quench your summer thirst with cold tea!In this episode you will learn...1) How to brew cold tea using 3 different techniques2) What the pros and cons are of each technique3) How the flavor of your tea changes with each technique4) How caffeine changes from each techniqueTry Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Want to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitterDisclaimer* Any health related topics have not been researched, identified, or passed through the Food & Drug Administration (FDA). All statements are for informational use only and any introduction of a new herb or tea should be discussed with your primary physician, doctor, or holistic practitioner first to see if it is right for you.

    Ep 95: Support Your Gut Challenges With These 10 Teas

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2023 25:00


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today...Vince is helping you support your gut challenges with 10 teas!In this episode you will learn...1) How tea can act as a support for your gut challenges2) What the different categories of tea for gut health are/do (carminatives, demulcents, liver movers, etc)3) Which teas are best for your specific gut challenges4) How to work with themTry Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Want to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitterDisclaimer* Any health related topics have not been researched, identified, or passed through the Food & Drug Administration (FDA). All statements are for informational use only and any introduction of a new herb or tea should be discussed with your primary physician, doctor, or holistic practitioner first to see if it is right for you.

    Ep 94: An Athletes Guide To Tea; Performance Enhancing Teas & Making Loose Leaf Tea Convenient w/ Jaden of MentaliTeas

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2023 39:38


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today...Vince hosted Jaden May of MentaliTeas! Jaden is a college student, tea and fitness enthusiast, and the mastermind behind the social media content of MentaliTeas.MentaliTEA LLC's fundamental aim is to create a sustainable, long-standing business model that supports local businesses and the wider community. Our goal is to work closely with our suppliers, employees, farmers, technical experts, sales teams, freelancers, and restaurateurs. We want to build a franchise of opportunities and linked prosperity for all those involved in our business venture. Here at MentaliTEAS LLC., we are not only the creators of the best green teas in the business. But we are innovators in supplying superb specialty teas, and herbal blends packed with the essence of spirituality, enlightenment, and wisdom.In this episode you will learn about...1) What teas can help support your athletic performance and life2) Why typical sports drinks aren't for everyone3) How you can make loose leaf tea more convenient for your active lifeMentaliTeas Links:MentaliTeas WebsiteMentaliTeas IGMentaliTeas TikTokTry Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Want to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitterDisclaimer* Any health related topics have not been researched, identified, or passed through the Food & Drug Administration (FDA). All statements are for informational use only and any introduction of a new herb or tea should be discussed with your primary physician, doctor, or holistic practitioner first to see if it is right for you.

    Ep 93: Learning How To Master Your Mind, Body, & Spirit Through Martial Arts & Tea w/ Nattie Boss

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2023 51:50


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today...Vince hosted Nattie Boss! Nattie is a holistic performance coach for athletes with a black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) and Taekwondo. Her mission is to create empowered athletes through teaching a preventative, holistic approach to optimizing performance and wellness that encompasses mind, body, and spirit.In this episode you will learn about...1) How Nattie has developed herself through martial arts (BJJ and Taekwondo specifically)2) What mastery really means3) How you can begin to master your mind, body, and spiritBody By Boss Links:Body By Boss WebsiteNattie Boss IGBody By Boss IGBody By Boss Offerings:The Performance BlueprintThe Empowered Athlete AcademyBreathwork Training CenterConfidence ProgramThe Performance Immersion RetreatTry Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Want to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitterDisclaimer* Any health related topics have not been researched, identified, or passed through the Food & Drug Administration (FDA). All statements are for informational use only and any introduction of a new herb or tea should be discussed with your primary physician, doctor, or holistic practitioner first to see if it is right for you.

    Ep 92: How To Build Your Own Personal Tea Routine

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2023 8:21


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today...Vince is helping you build a personalized tea routine!In this episode you will learn...1) Why movement is one of the 4 pillars 2) How you can work with tea for your specific movementTry Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Want to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitterDisclaimer* Any health related topics have not been researched, identified, or passed through the Food & Drug Administration (FDA). All statements are for informational use only and any introduction of a new herb or tea should be discussed with your primary physician, doctor, or holistic practitioner first to see if it is right for you.

    Ep 91: Can This Tea Compound Really Help Lower Anxiety, Stress, & Fear? An Analysis of GABA

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2023 15:44


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today...Vince is analyzing GABA!In this episode you will learn...1) What exactly GABA is2) Why it is important for you3) How GABA is concentrated in tea4) Can GABA from tea really help lower stress, anxiety, and fear?5) How we can boost GABA in our minds, bodies, and spiritsLink to today's systematic review on GABA: Effects of GABA on Stress and Sleep in HumansTry Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Want to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitterDisclaimer* Any health related topics have not been researched, identified, or passed through the Food & Drug Administration (FDA). All statements are for informational use only and any introduction of a new herb or tea should be discussed with your primary physician, doctor, or holistic practitioner first to see if it is right for you.

    Ep 90: How You Can Express Creativity, Grow Your CommuniTEA, & Expand Your Vision Through Tea w/ Krandon & Randon of NothinButATeaThang

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2023 43:28


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today...Vince hosted Krandon and Randon of NothinButATeaThang!In this episode you will learn about...1) How these brothers operate a business together2) How tea has inspired their creativity and you can too3) Why communitea is so important for you and others...especially men4) How you can build a vision around your passionNothinButATeaThang Links:NothinButATeaThang WebsiteNothinButATeaThang IGTry Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Want to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitterDisclaimer* Any health related topics have not been researched, identified, or passed through the Food & Drug Administration (FDA). All statements are for informational use only and any introduction of a new herb or tea should be discussed with your primary physician, doctor, or holistic practitioner first to see if it is right for you.

    Ep 89: Recovery Protocol...Work With These 5 Herbs To Support Your Recovery

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2023 21:00


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today...Vince is helping you recover with these 5 herbs!In this episode you will learn...1) The holistic approach to recovering after a long weekend2) The 6 things Vince focuses on when recovering3) The 5 powerful herbs to support our recovery processTry Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Want to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitterDisclaimer* Any health related topics have not been researched, identified, or passed through the Food & Drug Administration (FDA). All statements are for informational use only and any introduction of a new herb or tea should be discussed with your primary physician, doctor, or holistic practitioner first to see if it is right for you.

    Ep 88: Do This To NOT Get Nauseous While Drinking Tea

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2023 9:04


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today...Vince is helping you not get nauseous while drinking teaIn this episode you will learn...1) Why some teas can make you nauseous2) What you can do to fix thatTry Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Want to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitterDisclaimer* Any health related topics have not been researched, identified, or passed through the Food & Drug Administration (FDA). All statements are for informational use only and any introduction of a new herb or tea should be discussed with your primary physician, doctor, or holistic practitioner first to see if it is right for you.

    Ep 87: Getting Blissfully Tea Drunk With Cody The Oolong Drunk

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2023 40:55


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today...Vince hosted Cody The Oolong Drunk!In this episode you will learn about...1) The politics of tea2) The inspiration of Cody's talk show "Blissfully Tea Drunk With..."3) Why communitea is so important4) How you can be inspired by teaCody's Links:The Oolong Drunk WebsiteBlissfully Tea Drunk With...YoutubeThe Oolong Drunk IGTry Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Want to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitterDisclaimer* Any health related topics have not been researched, identified, or passed through the Food & Drug Administration (FDA). All statements are for informational use only and any introduction of a new herb or tea should be discussed with your primary physician, doctor, or holistic practitioner first to see if it is right for you.

    Ep 86: Is Knowledge Power? Monday Tea w/ Shou Pu'erh

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2023 18:56


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today...Vince is answering the question "is knowledge power?"In this episode you will learn...1) The mathematical equation for power2) How to utilize power3) Insights of knowledge and power from shou pu'erh4) Is knowledge power???Try Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Looking to meet like minded tea lovers? Want to learn from others on how tea is changing & optimizing their games? Join our FREE Facebook group using the link below!Opteamize Your Mind, Body, and Spirit Through TeaWant to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitterDisclaimer* Any health related topics have not been researched, identified, or passed through the Food & Drug Administration (FDA). All statements are for informational use only and any introduction of a new herb or tea should be discussed with your primary physician, doctor, or holistic practitioner first to see if it is right for you.

    EP 85: Jiu Jitsu And Tea...A Match Made In Heaven???

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2023 13:09


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today...Vince talks about jiu jitsu and tea!In this episode you will learn...1) What jiu jitsu is and means2) The similarities of the tea practice and jiu jitsu practice3) Why jiu jitsu and tea are potentially a match made in heavenTry Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Looking to meet like minded tea lovers? Want to learn from others on how tea is changing & optimizing their games? Join our FREE Facebook group using the link below!Opteamize Your Mind, Body, and Spirit Through TeaWant to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitterDisclaimer* Any health related topics have not been researched, identified, or passed through the Food & Drug Administration (FDA). All statements are for informational use only and any introduction of a new herb or tea should be discussed with your primary physician, doctor, or holistic practitioner first to see if it is right for you.

    Ep 84: How To Find Calm In This Crazy World w/ Michael and Joey of TeaWaves

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2023 47:01


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today...Vince hosted Joey and Michael of TeaWaves. TeaWaves is sourcing and providing some of the finest teas from the Fujian Province of China. Both Michael and Joey have a rich history with tea and now they are sharing it with you.In this episode you will learn...1) The unique differences of Chinese tea culture vs Western2) How to incorporate mindfulness and movement into your tea practice3) Why communitea is so important in tea culture4) The differences in coffee and tea culture5) Ultimately how to find calm in this crazy worldTeaWaves Links:TeaWaves WebsiteTeaWaves IGTry Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Looking to meet like minded tea lovers? Want to learn from others on how tea is changing & optimizing their games? Join our FREE Facebook group using the link below!Opteamize Your Mind, Body, and Spirit Through TeaWant to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitterDisclaimer* Any health related topics have not been researched, identified, or passed through the Food & Drug Administration (FDA). All statements are for informational use only and any introduction of a new herb or tea should be discussed with your primary physician, doctor, or holistic practitioner first to see if it is right for you.

    Ep 83: How To OpTEAmize Your Mind, Body, and Spirit with CommuniTEA

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2023 17:50


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today...Vince will discuss what communiTEA means to him!In this episode you will learn...1) The negatives of NOT having communitea2) What can be done when sharing tea together3) Why communitea is so important for the betterment of your life and others4) How to create communitea in your lifeTry Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Looking to meet like minded tea lovers? Want to learn from others on how tea is changing & optimizing their games? Join our FREE Facebook group using the link below!Opteamize Your Mind, Body, and Spirit Through TeaWant to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitterDisclaimer* Any health related topics have not been researched, identified, or passed through the Food & Drug Administration (FDA). All statements are for informational use only and any introduction of a new herb or tea should be discussed with your primary physician, doctor, or holistic practitioner first to see if it is right for you.

    Ep 82: How To OpTEAmize Education For The Future Of Tea And Other Lessons From The World Tea Expo 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2023 24:03


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today...Vince just got back from and is recapping the World Tea Expo!In this episode you will learn...1) What the World Tea Expo is2) What the future of tea in the industry looks like3) How education will be the lifeblood for ensuring proper wages around the world4) How you can get involved in the tea industry5) The future of Fresh Steeps and OpTEAmizedTry Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Looking to meet like minded tea lovers? Want to learn from others on how tea is changing & optimizing their games? Join our FREE Facebook group using the link below!Opteamize Your Mind, Body, and Spirit Through TeaWant to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitterDisclaimer* Any health related topics have not been researched, identified, or passed through the Food & Drug Administration (FDA). All statements are for informational use only and any introduction of a new herb or tea should be discussed with your primary physician, doctor, or holistic practitioner first to see if it is right for you.

    Ep 81: How To OpTEAmize Your Water For The Best Tea Experience

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2023 28:13


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today...Vince is diving head first into the world of water!In this episode you will learn...1) About Vince's water treatment and chemical engineering background2) Why water is so important for our health and tea3) The many different types of home filters and why we need to invest in one4) Why when you filter your water you need to add supplements to it5) This one tea tool you need for the most optimal tea experienceTry Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Looking to meet like minded tea lovers? Want to learn from others on how tea is changing & optimizing their games? Join our FREE Facebook group using the link below!Opteamize Your Mind, Body, and Spirit Through TeaWant to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitterDisclaimer* Any health related topics have not been researched, identified, or passed through the Food & Drug Administration (FDA). All statements are for informational use only and any introduction of a new herb or tea should be discussed with your primary physician, doctor, or holistic practitioner first to see if it is right for you.

    Ep 80: Strengthen and Balance Your Immune System with These Herbal Teas

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2023 21:00


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today...Vince is sticking on the topic of the immune system!In this episode you will learn...1) What immune modulators are2) The 4 main types of immune modulators and why they work3) When to take immune modulating herbs and whyTry Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Looking to meet like minded tea lovers? Want to learn from others on how tea is changing & optimizing their games? Join our FREE Facebook group using the link below!Opteamize Your Mind, Body, and Spirit Through TeaWant to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitterDisclaimer* Any health related topics have not been researched, identified, or passed through the Food & Drug Administration (FDA). All statements are for informational use only and any introduction of a new herb or tea should be discussed with your primary physician, doctor, or holistic practitioner first to see if it is right for you.

    Ep 79: Beat Your Next Cold with These Herbs & Practices

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2023 20:14


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today...Vince is sick!In this episode you will hear...1) What got him sick2) Best practices to avoid getting sick3) The top 3 herbal teas for when you do get sick4) Bonus herbs/concoctions that help support the immune systemTry Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Looking to meet like minded tea lovers? Want to learn from others on how tea is changing & optimizing their games? Join our FREE Facebook group using the link below!Opteamize Your Mind, Body, and Spirit Through TeaWant to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitterDisclaimer* Any health related topics have not been researched, identified, or passed through the Food & Drug Administration (FDA). All statements are for informational use only and any introduction of a new herb or tea should be discussed with your primary physician, doctor, or holistic practitioner first to see if it is right for you.

    Ep 78: The Dark History of Irish Tea Culture w/ Irish Breakfast Black Tea

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2023 19:13


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Happy St. Patrick's Day TEAmigos! Today we are digging into the history of Irish tea consumption and the dark sides of it that influenced Irelands huge tea consumption in the world.In this episode you will hear...1) The history of Irish Breakfast Tea2) The dark truths of Irelands perception of tea3) What the Irish culture is like todayTry Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Looking to meet like minded tea lovers? Want to learn from others on how tea is changing & optimizing their games? Join our FREE Facebook group using the link below!Opteamize Your Mind, Body, and Spirit Through TeaWant to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitterDisclaimer* Any health related topics have not been researched, identified, or passed through the Food & Drug Administration (FDA). All statements are for informational use only and any introduction of a new herb or tea should be discussed with your primary physician, doctor, or holistic practitioner first to see if it is right for you.

    Ep 77: 22 Lessons From Launching A Tea Company

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2023 30:15


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today we are reflecting on the last year. On March 13th 2022 the Fresh Steeps products were released to the world for the first time. 1 year later we are reflecting on the 22 lessons Vince has learned.Tune into this episode to hear the 22 lessons (practical, philosophical, and emotional) that Vince has learned in 1 year of starting a tea biz. Reach out to Vince if you are looking for support in your ventures, whatever they be (email: vince@freshsteeps.com)Try Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Looking to meet like minded tea lovers? Want to learn from others on how tea is changing & optimizing their games? Join our FREE Facebook group using the link below!Opteamize Your Mind, Body, and Spirit Through TeaWant to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitterDisclaimer* Any health related topics have not been researched, identified, or passed through the Food & Drug Administration (FDA). All statements are for informational use only and any introduction of a new herb or tea should be discussed with your primary physician, doctor, or holistic practitioner first to see if it is right for you.

    Ep 76: Learning to Move Slow and Smooth with Milk Oolong Tea

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2023 17:28


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today we are slowing down and learning lessons from Milk Oolong Tea. In this episode you will hear...1) The short history of Milk Oolong and how it is made2) The smooth and silky lesson I learned from this tea3) How Slow is Smooth and Smooth is Fast4) Vince quote Billy JoelTry Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Looking to meet like minded tea lovers? Want to learn from others on how tea is changing & optimizing their games? Join our FREE Facebook group using the link below!Opteamize Your Mind, Body, and Spirit Through TeaWant to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitterDisclaimer* Any health related topics have not been researched, identified, or passed through the Food & Drug Administration (FDA). All statements are for informational use only and any introduction of a new herb or tea should be discussed with your primary physician, doctor, or holistic practitioner first to see if it is right for you.

    Ep 75: Honoring Nature with Da Hong Pao Oolong Tea

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2023 20:25


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today we are honoring nature with Da Hong Pao Oolong tea.In this episode you will hear...1) The legend of Da Hong Pao Oolong Tea2) What makes this tea so expensive3) Why the legend of Da Hong Pao teaches us to honor nature more4) How we can honor nature today in our tea practice and beyondTry Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Looking to meet like minded tea lovers? Want to learn from others on how tea is changing & optimizing their games? Join our FREE Facebook group using the link below!Opteamize Your Mind, Body, and Spirit Through TeaWant to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitterDisclaimer* Any health related topics have not been researched, identified, or passed through the Food & Drug Administration (FDA). All statements are for informational use only and any introduction of a new herb or tea should be discussed with your primary physician, doctor, or holistic practitioner first to see if it is right for you.

    Ep 74: Manipulation vs Persuasion...Are They Different? How Licorice Root Tea Relates

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2023 18:08


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today we are switching things up a bit and digging into some philosophical topics...specifically manipulation vs persuasion. Of course no good discussion happens without tea, so we have licorice root tea featured!In this episode you will hear...1) Why licorice root tea relates to manipulation2) What is manipulation and persuasion3) What differentiates the two4) How you can live a life free of manipulationTry Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Looking to meet like minded tea lovers? Want to learn from others on how tea is changing & optimizing their games? Join our FREE Facebook group using the link below!Opteamize Your Mind, Body, and Spirit Through TeaWant to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitterDisclaimer* Any health related topics have not been researched, identified, or passed through the Food & Drug Administration (FDA). All statements are for informational use only and any introduction of a new herb or tea should be discussed with your primary physician, doctor, or holistic practitioner first to see if it is right for you.

    OpTEAmized Trailer 2.0

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2023 0:50


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1M people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea!How? 4 ways...1) Education2) Mindfulness Practices3) Movement4) CommuniTEATune into conversations with people within the communitea to learn about their journey's with tea and how it has influenced their mind, body, and spirit.Join Vince for some tea as he uncovers some of life's topics and discusses how tea has influenced education, movement, mindfulness, and communitea around him.Try Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Looking to meet like minded tea lovers? Want to learn from others on how tea is changing & optimizing their games? Join our FREE Facebook group using the link below!Opteamize Your Mind, Body, and Spirit Through TeaWant to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitter

    Ep 73: There Are Microplastics In Your Tea?!?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2023 18:21


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today we are diving into all things microplastics in tea!We will...1) Talk about the difference between tea bags and loose leaf2) Share the 3 different kinds of tea bags and pros and cons of each3) What you should do to avoid microplastics in teaDive in on this episode to learn about a high level overview of why sourcing the best tea is so important and how you can do so today.Try Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Looking to meet like minded tea lovers? Want to learn from others on how tea is changing & optimizing their games? Join our FREE Facebook group using the link below!Opteamize Your Mind, Body, and Spirit Through TeaWant to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitterDisclaimer* Any health related topics have not been researched, identified, or passed through the Food & Drug Administration (FDA). All statements are for informational use only and any introduction of a new herb or tea should be discussed with your primary physician, doctor, or holistic practitioner first to see if it is right for you.

    Ep 72: The Dirt Cure...Why You Should Enjoy Your Next Cup Of Tea Outside w/ Dr. Maya Shetreat

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2023 46:12


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the podcast helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today...we are honored to be talking with Dr. Maya Shetreat. Dr. Maya is a conventionally trained pediatric neurologist, herbalist, and author of The Dirt Cure.Today our conversation primarily digs into her book The Dirt Cure. We answer questions like what is health? Why it is important for us to be outside? Should we be afraid of getting dirty? Is it important to source (or grow) organic teas and herbs? And why we should we be enjoying our tea outside, with our bare feet in the dirt...So take off your shoes, grab some tea, step outside, relax, & enjoy this episode of OpTEAmized!Dr. Maya's Links:WebsiteInstagramTry Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Looking to meet like minded tea lovers? Want to learn from others on how tea is changing & optimizing their lives? Join our FREE Facebook group using the link below!Optimize Longevity, Recovery, & Performance with TeaWant to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitter

    Ep 71: Get Rid Of Stress With These Adaptogenic Teas

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2023 10:05


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today we are diving into all things Adaptogens!1) What is stress and why it is both good and bad.2) What are adaptogens and how they relate to stress.3) What are specific adaptogens you can work with today.Dive in on this episode to learn about a high level overview of why adaptogens are so popular and how you can kick your stress out with them!Here is the full list of adaptogens discussed today:Ashwagandha, Gotu Kola, Holy Basil (Tulsi), Ginseng, Eleuthero, Rhodiola, Codonopsis, Jiaogulan, Cordyceps, Schizandra, Licorice Root, Maca, Reishi, Amla, Shatavari, Gogi Berry, Elderberry, Astragalus, Bacopa, & BillberryTry Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Looking to meet like minded tea lovers? Want to learn from others on how tea is changing & optimizing their games? Join our FREE Facebook group using the link below!Opteamize Your Mind, Body, and Spirit Through TeaWant to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitterDisclaimer* Any health related topics have not been researched, identified, or passed through the Food & Drug Administration (FDA). All statements are for informational use only and any introduction of a new herb or tea should be discussed with your primary physician, doctor, or holistic practitioner first to see if it is right for you.

    Ep 70: Lemon Balm Herbal Tea...The Herb To Help Ward Off Evil Spirits & Bacteria

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2023 10:35


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today we are diving into all things Lemon Balm Herbal Tea. We broke this episode down into 3 main topics:1) The history of Lemon Balm Herbal Tea2) What are the unique health benefits of Lemon Balm Herbal Tea and why?3) As a consumer, what do we need to know?Dive in on this episode to learn about a high level overview of why this herbal tea is so popular and how it can help ward off evil spirits and more!Try Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Looking to meet like minded tea lovers? Want to learn from others on how tea is changing & optimizing their games? Join our FREE Facebook group using the link below!Opteamize Your Mind, Body, and Spirit Through TeaWant to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitterDisclaimer* Any health related topics have not been researched, identified, or passed through the Food & Drug Administration (FDA). All statements are for informational use only and any introduction of a new herb or tea should be discussed with your primary physician, doctor, or holistic practitioner first to see if it is right for you.

    Ep 69: Representing Asian Culture, The History & Health Benefits of Taiwanese Oolongs, & Building Tradition with Terrence Co-Founder of Us Two Tea

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2023 53:49


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the podcast helping 1 million people opTEAmize their minds, bodies, and spirits through tea.Today...we are honored to be talking with the co-founder of Us Two Tea, Terrence.Us Two Tea represents quality, authenticity, and unity. They are inspiring the next generation to be more confident about Asian culture and stay true and authentic to who they are.This conversation was recorded back in February of 2022 and in it you will learn about Asian culture of tea, the history and health benefits of Taiwanese oolongs, and much more! So grab some tea, sit back, relax, & enjoy this episode of OpTEAmized!Us Two Tea Links:WebsiteInstagramTry Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Looking to meet like minded tea lovers? Want to learn from others on how tea is changing & optimizing their lives? Join our FREE Facebook group using the link below!Optimize Longevity, Recovery, & Performance with TeaWant to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitter

    Ep 68: Earl Grey Black Tea...Better Than Some Cancer Drugs???

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2023 19:27


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show that teaches you all things tea and how it opteamizes longevity, recovery, and performance.Today we are diving into all things Earl Grey Black Tea. We broke this episode down into 3 main topics:1) The history of Earl Grey Black Tea2) What are the unique health benefits of Earl Grey Black Tea and why?3) As a consumer, what do we need to know?Dive in on this episode to learn about a high level overview of why this black tea is so popular and how it may help support the fight against cancer!Try Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Looking to meet like minded tea lovers? Want to learn from others on how tea is changing & optimizing their games? Join our FREE Facebook group using the link below!Opteamize Your Mind, Body, and Spirit Through TeaWant to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitterDisclaimer* Any health related topics have not been researched, identified, or passed through the Food & Drug Administration (FDA). All statements are for informational use only and any introduction of a new herb or tea should be discussed with your primary physician, doctor, or holistic practitioner first to see if it is right for you.

    Ep 67: Peppermint...How This Herb Can Soothe Your Stomach & Boost Your Memory

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2023 12:56


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show that teaches you all things tea and how it opteamizes longevity, recovery, and performance.Today we are diving into all things Peppermint Herbal Tea. We broke this episode down into 3 main topics:1) The history of Peppermint2) What are the unique health benefits of Peppermint Tea and why?3) As a consumer, what do we need to know?Dive in on this episode to learn about a high level overview of why this herbal tea is so popular and how you can work with it today!Try Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Looking to meet like minded tea lovers? Want to learn from others on how tea is changing & optimizing their games? Join our FREE Facebook group using the link below!Opteamize Your Mind, Body, and Spirit Through TeaWant to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitterDisclaimer* Any health related topics have not been researched, identified, or passed through the Food & Drug Administration (FDA). All statements are for informational use only and any introduction of a new herb or tea should be discussed with your primary physician, doctor, or holistic practitioner first to see if it is right for you.

    Ep 66: Dragonwell Green Tea...The Most Prized Chinese Green Tea

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2023 17:40


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show that teaches you all things tea and how it opteamizes longevity, recovery, and performance.Today we are diving into all things Dragonwell Green Tea. We broke this episode down into 3 main topics:1) The history of Dragonwell2) What are the unique health benefits of Dragonwell and why?3) As a consumer, what do we need to know?Dive in on this episode to learn about a high level overview of why this tea is the most prized Chinese Green Tea and how you can work with it today!Try Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Looking to meet like minded tea lovers? Want to learn from others on how tea is changing & optimizing their games? Join our FREE Facebook group using the link below!Opteamize Your Mind, Body, and Spirit Through TeaWant to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitterDisclaimer* Any health related topics have not been researched, identified, or passed through the Food & Drug Administration (FDA). All statements are for informational use only and any introduction of a new herb or tea should be discussed with your primary physician, doctor, or holistic practitioner first to see if it is right for you.

    Ep 65: Ashwagandha...Regulator of Stress & Builder of Strength

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2022 12:15


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show that teaches you all things tea and how it optimizes longevity, recovery, and performance.Today we are diving into all things Aswhagandha. We broke this episode down into 3 main topics:1) The history of Ashwagandha2) What are the unique health benefits of Ashwagandha and why?3) As a consumer, what do we need to know?Dive in on this episode to learn about a high level overview of why this tea has become so popular, how it balances cortisol, and how you can work with it today!Try Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Looking to meet like minded tea lovers? Want to learn from others on how tea is changing & optimizing their games? Join our FREE Facebook group using the link below!Optimize Longevity, Recovery, & Performance with TeaWant to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitterDisclaimer* Any health related topics have not been researched, identified, or passed through the Food & Drug Administration (FDA). All statements are for informational use only and any introduction of a new herb or tea should be discussed with your primary physician, doctor, or holistic practitioner first to see if it is right for you.

    Ep 64: Pu'erh Tea...The Best Hangover Cure?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2022 15:59


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show that teaches you all things tea and how it optimizes longevity, recovery, and performance.Today we are diving into all things Pu'erh Tea. We broke this episode down into 3 main topics:1) The history of Pu'erh Tea2) What are the unique health benefits of Pu'erh Tea and why?3) As a consumer, what do we need to know?Dive in on this episode to learn about a high level overview of why this tea has become so popular, how it cures hangovers, boosts detoxification, and more, and how you can work with it today!Try Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Looking to meet like minded tea lovers? Want to learn from others on how tea is changing & optimizing their games? Join our FREE Facebook group using the link below!Optimize Longevity, Recovery, & Performance with TeaWant to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitterDisclaimer* Any health related topics have not been researched, identified, or passed through the Food & Drug Administration (FDA). All statements are for informational use only and any introduction of a new herb or tea should be discussed with your primary physician, doctor, or holistic practitioner first to see if it is right for you.

    Ep 63: Licorice Root Tea...Endurance Booster & Gut Healing

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2022 17:31


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show that teaches you all things tea and how it optimizes longevity, recovery, and performance.Today we are diving into all things Licorice Root Tea. We broke this episode down into 3 main topics:1) The history of Licorice Root Tea2) What are the unique health benefits of Licorice Root Tea and why?3) As a consumer, what do we need to know?Dive in on this episode to learn about a high level overview of why this tea has become so popular, how it boosts endurance, heals the gut, and more, and how you can work with it today!Try Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Looking to meet like minded tea lovers? Want to learn from others on how tea is changing & optimizing their games? Join our FREE Facebook group using the link below!Optimize Longevity, Recovery, & Performance with TeaWant to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitterDisclaimer* Any health related topics have not been researched, identified, or passed through the Food & Drug Administration (FDA). All statements are for informational use only and any introduction of a new herb or tea should be discussed with your primary physician, doctor, or holistic practitioner first to see if it is right for you.

    Ep 62: Iron Goddess of Mercy Tea...The Merciful Tea for Skin, Bone, & Overall Health

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2022 19:08


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show that teaches you all things tea and how it optimizes longevity, recovery, and performance.Today we are diving into all things Iron Goddess of Mercy Tea. We broke this episode down into 3 main topics:1) The history of Iron Goddess of Mercy Tea2) What are the unique health benefits of Iron Goddess of Mercy Tea and why?3) As a consumer, what do we need to know?Dive in on this episode to learn about a high level overview of why this tea has become so popular, how it combats cancer, and how you can work with it today!Try Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Looking to meet like minded tea lovers? Want to learn from others on how tea is changing & optimizing their games? Join our FREE Facebook group using the link below!Optimize Longevity, Recovery, & Performance with TeaWant to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitterDisclaimer* Any health related topics have not been researched, identified, or passed through the Food & Drug Administration (FDA). All statements are for informational use only and any introduction of a new herb or tea should be discussed with your primary physician, doctor, or holistic practitioner first to see if it is right for you.

    Ep 61: Rose Tea...Love Potion, Heart Opener, & Mood Booster

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2022 16:38


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show that teaches you all things tea and how it optimizes longevity, recovery, and performance.Today we are diving into all things rose. We broke this episode down into 3 main topics:1) The history of rose2) What are the unique health benefits of rose and why?3) As a consumer, what do we need to know?Dive in on this episode to learn about a high level overview of why rose is a highly popular "love tea" and how you can enjoy it today!Try Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Looking to meet like minded tea lovers? Want to learn from others on how tea is changing & optimizing their games? Join our FREE Facebook group using the link below!Optimize Longevity, Recovery, & Performance with TeaWant to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitterDisclaimer* Any health related topics have not been researched, identified, or passed through the Food & Drug Administration (FDA). All statements are for informational use only and any introduction of a new herb or tea should be discussed with your primary physician, doctor, or holistic practitioner first to see if it is right for you.

    Ep 60: Jasmine Green Tea...Meditative & Cancer Fighting

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2022 21:58


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show that teaches you all things tea and how it optimizes longevity, recovery, and performance.Today we are diving into all things Jasmine Green Tea. We broke this episode down into 3 main topics:1) The history of Jasmine Green Tea2) What are the unique health benefits of Jasmine Green Tea and why?3) As a consumer, what do we need to know?Dive in on this episode to learn about a high level overview of why this tea has become so popular, how it combats cancer, and how you can work with it today!Try Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Looking to meet like minded tea lovers? Want to learn from others on how tea is changing & optimizing their games? Join our FREE Facebook group using the link below!Optimize Longevity, Recovery, & Performance with TeaWant to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitterDisclaimer* Any health related topics have not been researched, identified, or passed through the Food & Drug Administration (FDA). All statements are for informational use only and any introduction of a new herb or tea should be discussed with your primary physician, doctor, or holistic practitioner first to see if it is right for you.

    Ep 59: Hibiscus...The Tisane To Enhance Heart Health

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2022 16:17


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show that teaches you all things tea and how it optimizes longevity, recovery, and performance.Today we are diving into all things hibiscus. We broke this episode down into 3 main topics:1) The history of hibiscus2) What are the unique health benefits of hibiscus and why?3) As a consumer, what do we need to know?Dive on in on this episode to learn about a high level overview of why this highly popular tea is great for our heart and more!Try Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Looking to meet like minded tea lovers? Want to learn from others on how tea is changing & optimizing their games? Join our FREE Facebook group using the link below!Optimize Longevity, Recovery, & Performance with TeaWant to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitter

    Ep 58: Silver Needle White Tea...The Tea To Enhance Meditations

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2022 20:02


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show that teaches you all things tea and how it optimizes longevity, recovery, and performance.Today we are diving into all things Silver Needle White Tea. We broke this episode down into 3 main topics:1) The history of Silver Needle White Tea2) What are the unique health benefits of Silver Needle and why?3) As a consumer, what do we need to know?Dive on in on this episode to learn about a high level overview of why this is a highly popular tea is expensive and worth every penny!Try Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Looking to meet like minded tea lovers? Want to learn from others on how tea is changing & optimizing their games? Join our FREE Facebook group using the link below!Optimize Longevity, Recovery, & Performance with TeaWant to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitter

    Ep 57: Yerba Mate...Your New Coffee & Pre-Workout Alternative

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2022 18:18


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show that teaches you all things tea and how it optimizes longevity, recovery, and performance.Today we are diving into all things yerba mate. We broke this episode down into 3 main topics:1) The history of yerba mate2) What are the unique health benefits of yerba mate and why?3) As a consumer, what do we need to know?Dive on in on this episode to learn about a high level overview of why this is a highly popular tea is great for nausea and more!Try Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Looking to meet like minded tea lovers? Want to learn from others on how tea is changing & optimizing their games? Join our FREE Facebook group using the link below!Optimize Longevity, Recovery, & Performance with TeaWant to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitter

    Ep 56: English Breakfast Tea...The Tea To De-Stress, Improve Recovery, & More

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2022 21:23


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show that teaches you all things tea and how it optimizes longevity, recovery, and performance.Have you ever thought about the origins of English Breakfast Tea? That may sound like a silly question, but the answer is NOT what you think!Today we are diving into all things English Breakfast Tea. We broke this episode down into 3 main topics:1) The history of English Breakfast Tea2) What are the unique health benefits of English Breakfast Tea and why?3) As a consumer, what do we need to know?Dive on in on this episode to learn about a high level overview of why this tea is a highly popular breakfast tea and how it can support your game!Try Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Looking to meet like minded tea lovers? Want to learn from others on how tea is changing & optimizing their games? Join our FREE Facebook group using the link below!Optimize Longevity, Recovery, & Performance with TeaWant to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitter

    Ep 55: Ginger Root...The Best Herb To Combat Nausea, Inflammation, & More

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2022 12:48


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show that teaches you all things tea and how it optimizes longevity, recovery, and performance.Today we are diving into all things ginger. We broke this episode down into 3 main topics:1) The history of ginger2) What are the unique health benefits of ginger and why?3) As a consumer, what do we need to know?Dive on in on this episode to learn about a high level overview of why this is a highly popular tea is great for nausea and more!Try Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Looking to meet like minded tea lovers? Want to learn from others on how tea is changing & optimizing their games? Join our FREE Facebook group using the link below!Optimize Longevity, Recovery, & Performance with TeaWant to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitter

    Ep 54: Chai...How To Spice Up Your Life With This Ayurvedic Blend

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2022 16:01


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show that teaches you all things tea and how it optimizes longevity, recovery, and performance.Today we are diving into all things chai. We broke this episode down into 3 main topics:1) The history of chai2) What are the unique health benefits of chai and why?3) As a consumer, what do we need to know to have the best chai experience?Dive on in on this episode to learn about a high level overview of why this tea is so popular and how it can be worked with to level up your day!Try Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Looking to meet like minded tea lovers? Want to learn from others on how tea is changing & optimizing their games? Join our FREE Facebook group using the link below!Optimize Longevity, Recovery, & Performance with TeaWant to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitter

    Ep 53: Chamomile...More Than Just A Sleepy Time Tea

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2022 16:28


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show that teaches you all things tea and how it optimizes longevity, recovery, and performance.Today we are diving into all things chamomile. We broke this episode down into 3 main topics:1) The history of chamomile2) What are the unique health benefits of chamomile and why?3) As a consumer, what do we need to know?Dive on in on this episode to learn about a high level overview of why this is a highly popular sleepy time tea is great for sleep and more!Try Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Looking to meet like minded tea lovers? Want to learn from others on how tea is changing & optimizing their games? Join our FREE Facebook group using the link below!Optimize Longevity, Recovery, & Performance with TeaWant to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitter

    Ep 52: Matcha...The Powdered Tea of Warrior's

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2022 15:09


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the show that teaches you all things tea and how it optimizes longevity, recovery, and performance.Today we are diving into all things matcha. We broke this episode down into 3 main topics:1) What is matcha and the history behind it?2) What are the unique health benefits of matcha and why?3) As a consumer, what do we need to know?Dive on in on this episode to learn about a high level overview of why this is a highly popular tea for meditations and why you need it in your life!Try Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Looking to meet like minded athletic tea lovers? Want to learn from others on how tea is changing & optimizing their games? Join our FREE Facebook group using the link below!Optimize Longevity, Recovery, & Performance with TeaWant to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitter

    Ep 51: How These Teas Will Replace Your Ibuprofen & Lower Inflammation with Chelsea of Indigo Vibes Apothecary

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2022 35:06


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the podcast teaching athletes how tea can optimize longevity, recovery, & performance.My name is Vince LaPelusa, and my mission is to teach YOU how to work with tea so you can recover quicker, play longer, & be more competitive in your athletic pursuits.Inflammation…it's something we all hear about so much, both negatively & positively, but what is really going on with it? What causes inflammation? Are there different types of inflammation? And of course, what teas can help reduce inflammation?!Today, my guest Chelsea of Indigo Vibes Apothecary & I will answer each and every one of these questions so that maybe next time instead of ibuprofen you can grab a tea!Chelsea is a yoga & reiki teacher & practitioner, a jiu jitsu athlete, & wizard with herbs & tea, but unfortunately she's human & has struggled with inflammation for far too long…that is until recently.So stick around to listen to how Chelsea was able to work with modern medicine & holistic teas to overcome her inflammation & who knows maybe you will start implementing some of her practices? So grab some anti-inflammatory tea, sit back, relax, & enjoy this episode of OpTEAmized!Indigo Vibes Apothecary Links:WebsiteInstagramKelsie Anderson's Gut Check Course:Want to get to the root causes of your gut & health challenges? Check out Kelsie Anderson's Gut Check Course to start your healing journey today! Peak episode 10 of OpTEAmized to learn more about her work.Click here for the course :)Try Fresh Steeps tea products to support your health with the freshest adaptogenic herbs and tea! Click here to try yours today!Looking to meet like minded athletic tea lovers? Want to learn from others on how tea is changing & optimizing their games? Join our FREE Facebook group using the link below!Optimize Longevity, Recovery, & Performance with TeaWant to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitter

    Ep 50: Why Rosemary Tea May Be Your Next Addition To Your Pre-Competition Routine

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2022 14:08


    Have you ever thought about a common herb, like rosemary's, functionality? Meaning have you thought that maybe there's more to this herb, maybe it can be worked with intentionally? And as athletes, can this possibly boost our performance?Today Vince is going to dig into a brief background of rosemary & why this may be one of the best herbs for you to work with before competing.Want to level up your tea knowledge with weekly emails about new teas & herbs & get exclusive access to discounts off Fresh Steeps products? Join our emailing list for 10% off your first order!Join the communiTEA here!Want to try Mint Medley for yourself? Use the link below & enter code ROSEMARY5 for 5% off!FreshSteeps.comFor more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitter

    Ep 49: Overtraining & What We Can Do To Recover w/ Liz Morgan

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2022 56:09


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the podcast teaching athletes how tea can optimize longevity, recovery, & performance!My name is Vince LaPelusa, and I am a brazilian jiu jitsu purple belt who has been drinking tea for over 10 years now and my mission is to teach YOU how to work with tea so you can recover quicker, play longer, & be more competitive in your athletic pursuits.As athletes, we are always striving to be better, whatever that means for you. We are always thinking there is someone out there training harder or I need to grow. This can lead us to harming ourselves if we don't allow for proper recovery…but how can I recover & still train hard all the time?Well today, my guest Liz Morgan & I are going to discuss our struggles on our athletic journey & how overtraining led to injuries & struggles that we now realize are not necessary.Liz Morgan is a Food Culture Transitionista working to transform the food culture into one that deeply heals people and planet. As a Functional Nutritionist, Liz supports her clients to rise above the food fad frenzy and become more wise and loving caretakers of their own bodies and the earth. She specializes in digestion, liver health, blood sugar imbalances, inflammation, food sensitivities, chronic pain, sleep, and thyroid disorders. Liz is a past environmental lawyer, holds a masters degree in environmental policy, and is the author of the Falcon Guide on foraging for wild edible plants in the Rocky Mountains.In this episode, you are going to hear Liz share her life's experiences of fatigue, food sensitivities, & a lack of food understanding & how it has led her to heal herself holistically so she can perform the sports she loves. You will also learn how tea can impact our recovery, performance, & digestion! So grab your tea, sit back, relax, & enjoy this episode of OpTEAmized!People Planet Solution Links:LizMorganNutrition.com (Formerly People Planet Solution)People Planet Solution InstagramWant to be one of the very first people to try the Fresh Steeps tea blends?!? Follow the link below to try the Warrior's Boost blend that has yerba mate, gunpowder green tea, lemongrass, & orange peel! All ingredients are organically sourced & sure to give you the energy to take on the day.Get Your Warrior's Boost Here!Looking to meet like minded athletic tea lovers? Want to learn from others on how tea is changing & optimizing their games? Join our FREE Facebook group using the link below!Optimize Longevity, Recovery, & Performance with TeaWant to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitter

    Ep 48: Changing The Perception of Tea for Athletic Performance w/ Chloe & Aliyah of The Continua Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2022 55:46


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the podcast teaching athletes how tea can optimize longevity, recovery, & performance.My name is Vince LaPelusa, and I am a brazilian jiu jitsu purple belt who has been drinking tea for over 10 years now and my mission is to teach YOU how to work with tea so you can recover quicker, play longer, & be more competitive in your athletic pursuits.As athletes we don't always perceive tea & our athletic performance going hand in hand. Well, why is that? Is it due to marketing schemes from energy drinks & preworkout companies? Is it simply your own personal belief? Or is it because you simply see tea as hot leaf juice?Today, my guests Chloe & Aliyah from the Continua Podcast & I are going to start changing your perception of tea for athletic performance & recovery by showing you teas true power!Aliyah is a marketing professional and previous collegiate dancer from Long Beach, California. She grew up in gymnastics, dance and cheer. She then became a collegiate dancer at USC. She says “my body became my temple at a young age.” She was fascinated by how her actions and choices could uniquely impact her body both positive and negative. Chloe is a Vitality Coach based out of Los Angeles. She coaches people in movement, nutrition, sleep, mindset and recovery. She has a B.A. in Sports Medicine from Pepperdine University and is certified as a Personal Trainer through the American College of Sports Medicine.In this episode you are going to hear how a month long experiment with raspberry leaf tea & matcha green tea changed these two ladies perspectives of tea for athletic performance & how the right tea could change yours! So now…grab your tea, sit back, relax, & enjoy this episode of OpTEAmized!The Continua Links:TheContinua.comListen Here on Apple PodcastsListen Here on SpotifyWant to be one of the very first people to try the Fresh Steeps tea blends?!? Follow the link below to try the Warrior's Boost blend that has yerba mate, gunpowder green tea, lemongrass, & orange peel! All ingredients are organically sourced & sure to give you the energy to take on the day.Get Your Warrior's Boost Here!Looking to meet like minded athletic tea lovers? Want to learn from others on how tea is changing & optimizing their games? Join our FREE Facebook group using the link below!Optimize Longevity, Recovery, & Performance with TeaWant to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitter

    Ep 47: Overcoming The Stressors of Life & Jiu Jitsu with These Teas w/ Lily Beyer

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2022 55:32


    Welcome to OpTEAmized, the podcast teaching athletes how tea can optimize longevity, recovery, & performance.Let's face it…as athletes we are under a lot of stress! Whether it be physical stress from our hard training sessions or mental stress from a competition coming up or a recent injury, being an athlete is stressful. Well, what if I told you there are teas you can work with to lower these anxieties & stressors? Today, my guest Lily Beyer & I are going to explore those herbs, some more powerful than others, & just how Lily's Brazilian Jiu Jitsu practice in combination with her tea routines have helped her overcome & manage the stressors of life.Lily is a self-defense instructor and full-time athlete with Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. She is an instructor at the gym Neutral Ground in Milwaukee and teach the women's jiu jitsu class and self-defense for the academy. On top of this, she runs her own business, Garden of Serpents: a holistic self-empowerment company, she's a private coach, Artist of movement and visual media, and Advocate for Martial Arts Equality.In this episode you are going to hear how although Lily was thrown many reasons in life to be stressed and anxious, she was able to overcome those obstacles to empower herself & others & how she used tea along the way! So grab your tea, sit back, relax, & enjoy this episode of OpTEAmized!Lily's Links:Lily's InstagramNeutral Ground Jiu Jitsu MilwaukeeWant to be one of the very first people to try the Fresh Steeps tea blends?!? Follow the link below to try the Warrior's Boost blend that has yerba mate, gunpowder green tea, lemongrass, & orange peel! All ingredients are organically sourced & sure to give you the energy to take on the day.Get Your Warrior's Boost Here!Looking to meet like minded athletic tea lovers? Want to learn from others on how tea is changing & optimizing their games? Join our FREE Facebook group using the link below!Optimize Longevity, Recovery, & Performance with TeaWant to show your support for the show & give us a 5 star rating?! Do so using the link below or if you are on Apple Podcasts or Spotify you can there too! We appreciate your support!Leave A 5 Star Review Here!For more tea info follow the other social media accounts of Fresh Steeps!InstagramTikTokTwitter

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