JOYÀ
How I Found My Everyday Joy
by Jalin Abston
JOYÀ’s Focus - Matcha Elixir Blend
Coffee has been my ole reliable for starting the day and getting work done since my freshman year of college. My morning must-have and afternoon treat. After six years of consuming coffee on the regular, I decided to throw in the towel. Temporarily, at least.
A few months ago, I decided to slowly wean myself off caffeine. Unfortunately, that did not go as planned since I am now drinking a mocha coffee as I write this.
During those months, I switched to matcha green tea lattes and a lot more tea. I began to make less trips to those big name coffee franchises. I saved money but gained caffeine withdrawals in the form of headaches, nausea and dizziness. Only caffeine would help with the pain so I turned to JOYÀ for help. I immediately tried their Focus Matcha Elixir. I could make my own signature matcha latte in the comfort of my apartment. It was a win-win situation. I had my caffeine fix and substituted my usual coffee order for a natural, antioxidant matcha blend that was energizing and provided me with cognitive support.
JOYÀ also sells dairy-free, fair-trade chocolate full of antioxidants and helps boost your mood and energy. Originating from the Dominican Republic, their chocolates are hand-crafted from certified organic, directly-traded Dominican cacao.
Their herbal loose leaf teas serve as a great alternative to a regular cup of tea. They are botanical wellness infusions made of organic flowers, herbs and spices. Their teas are also packed with antioxidants, helping support your immune system and digestion. JOYÀ’s Elevate Loose Leaf Herbal Tea has a great chai-like taste. It is perfect for staying energized after your first cup of morning coffee. Its ingredients are adaptogenic, making it easier for your body to resist stressors from everyday life and work.
JOYÀ’s 61.5% Dark Coconut Milk Chocolate
JOYÀ’s Elevate Loose Leaf Herbal Tea
JOYÀ’s Bliss - Cacao Elixir Blend
Not only does JOYÀ make these magical elixirs and sweets, they are all for living a sustainable lifestyle too! JOYÀ supports and sources from responsible growers and producers for all their ingredients and adaptogens. They minimize waste by creating packaging that is truly sustainable. All of JOYÀ's shipping boxes are completely recyclable, tissue papers and stickers used are acid free and printed with soy-based inks and Forest Stewardship Council certified. Their mailer bags are 100% home and commercially compostable. Their elixirs and teas are available in two packaging formats— completely reusable and recyclable tin (for teas) or Miron Violet glass jar (for elixirs) for your first purchase and a 100% compostable refill pouch to minimize waste when you're ready to stock up. The compostable pouches are made from plant-based biofilms (including renewable forestry wood pulp cellulose and non-GMO starch) and vegetable based inks.
Whether or not you are looking to cut out coffee, JOYÀ’s elixirs, teas and chocolates are healthier and sustainable alternatives to getting the caffeine you want or need to stay alert and productive throughout the day!
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