{"title":"Flu Season Essentials","description":"\u003cp\u003eWinter season is the most vulnerable to getting sick. The outside cold entering our body weakens our natural resilience. This collection curates a selection of herbal soup essentials and teas to help warm up the body from the inside. Enjoy natural ways to boost our wellbeing that looks good, smells good and tastes good. \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"honeysuckle-flower","title":"Honeysuckle Flower","description":"\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eThe honeysuckle has a floral and slightly sweet flavour. It clears heat, detoxifies, and is often used to treat colds and inflammation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperience the soothing and healing powers of Honeysuckle Flower with our herbal tea range. This all-natural tea is hand picked and dried from the delicate honeysuckle flowers, taking great care to preserve the shape and produce quality. Known for their anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting properties, this is a great drink hot or chilled (brewed and then add ice) for the summer months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSip on a cup and reap the benefits of this ancient herbal remedy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Herbal Craft","offers":[{"title":"30g","offer_id":44370594037910,"sku":"","price":16.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100g","offer_id":46057505882262,"sku":null,"price":34.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"250g","offer_id":46057505915030,"sku":null,"price":72.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0671\/5650\/8822\/files\/honeysuckle-flower-5002694.jpg?v=1768804156"},{"product_id":"astragalus-root-diced","title":"Astragalus Root (Diced)","description":"\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eThe Astralagus root is sweet and earthy, often added to bone broths, soups or teas. It boosts qi (vital energy), strengthens immunity, and supports overall vitality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis root is part of the pseudo-ginseng family. Much more mild and suitable for everyday, boost your overall health with regular brews of the Astragalus Root. This ancient Chinese herb has numerous health benefits, including boosting the immune system, reducing inner heat and giving strength and energy overall. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd a few nuggets to your soups, stews, or teas to reap the benefits. Typically tea brews can be steeped for several rounds of boiling water - drink until there is no flavour. 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Often seen in ginger date teas, this is a great herb for females during the menstrual period. Experience the benefits of the date paired with any item in our herbal range, it's an all-rounder versatile ingredient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease contact us for wholesale pricing on quantities 1kg and above.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAdd a few to your soups, stews, or teas to reap the benefits. Typically tea brews can be steeped for several rounds of boiling water - drink until there is no flavour. Cooking with stews typically absorbs the most nutrients. The all-natural ingredient is entirely edible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe “jumbo” ones are more sturdy, suited for long brews and soups \/ stews. These have been cored but may contain seed fragments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe standard sized ones are seedless and hearty. Ready to eat as a good snack or a light tea sweetener. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoth are the same species of plant, only slightly different fruit varieties better suited for different use cases. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Herbal Craft","offers":[{"title":"Seedless \/ 80g","offer_id":44370757353622,"sku":"","price":14.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Seedless \/ 180g","offer_id":45843786760342,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Seedless \/ 400g","offer_id":46361790316694,"sku":null,"price":54.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Standard \/ 60g","offer_id":44378494238870,"sku":null,"price":12.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Standard \/ 150g","offer_id":46070436823190,"sku":null,"price":26.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Standard \/ 400g","offer_id":46361790283926,"sku":null,"price":54.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0671\/5650\/8822\/files\/jujube-red-date-7347374.jpg?v=1767561246"},{"product_id":"chinese-yam","title":"Chinese Yam","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe dried root of Dioscorea opposita is a starchy tuber with a mild, slightly sweet taste. This yam variety is prized for the region of growth in Henan due to its unique soil properties that produce the best yams. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's well known for it's digestive health benefits and overall metabolism balance. Commonly used in soups and herbal medicine try some with your next stew or soup!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo prepare, the dried ingredient needs to be pre-soaked for at least 30mins until soft. When cooking, treat it like a potato or other starchy produce. The resultant texture should be soft and full of flavour it's absorbed from whatever soup base it's added to. 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We present the roots in the full size and form as it is most beautiful, however, please break this into a reasonable size for your use case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAdd a root to your soups, stews, or bone broths to reap the benefits. Slow cooking typically absorbs the most nutrients and its advised to be filtered out before serving. This all-natural herb is fully edible but is not advised as it may taste texturally wood-like and not the most pleasant. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: the full stems, shown in the pictures are very long and have been cut into shorter lengths for ease of use. 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The quality of our product ensures that the preservation process is all natural and maintains the true bright red colour of the berries. A balanced moisture level that is fit for long term storage and ease of consumption is also a key goal during the packing process, which sets these apart from those of a typical grocery store. Part of the fruit selection process, we choose to source the best quality and sized berries from growers in the Ningxia region. Experience the difference yourself!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease contact us for wholesale pricing on quantities 1kg and above.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo prep is required for goji berries, this can be added as they are to any nuts or snack bowl or also cooked in various forms e.g. baking, cereals, bone broths, stir fries. 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The potent flowers are packed with nutrients and great to serve with a fatty meal to reduce bloating and better digest the oils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey clear heat, improve eye health, and calm the liver. A great brew hot or chilled (steeped and then add ice), it's a great tea for all year round. 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