Head of Herbs Maya, on 'A Cacao Ritual to Support Feminine Rhythm

Head of Herbs Maya, on 'A Cacao Ritual to Support Feminine Rhythm

|Kate Longden

Our Tonic Flow Cacao, is a carefully curated hormone-supportive blend to nourish your feminine flow - whether you're cycling through trying to conceive, pregnant, postpartum, cycling through adolescence or moving through menopause. Featuring two of the most revered herbs for women’s wellbeing: Shatavari and Maca.

Here, our Head of Herbs, Maya Oakley (Naturopathic Nutritionist & Medical Herbalist) has broken down it's 5 ingredients, spotlighting their botanical benefits and why we chose them. 

CACAO

Category: Nutrient-rich, Mood tonic, Cardiovascular tonic

Key Benefits:


• High magnesium supports muscle relaxation, mood, and stress resilience
• Flavonoids (epicatechin) antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, heart-protective
• Phenylethylamine (PEA) natural mood elevator
• Theobromine gentle stimulant, vasodilator (enhances blood flow)

MACA ROOT

(Lepidium meyenii)

Category: Endocrine tonic, Hormone balancer, Nutrient-dense adaptogen

Key Benefits:


• Supports libido and fertility in both men and women
• Balances oestrogen/progesterone/testosterone via HPA axis (non-hormonal mechanism)
• Energising boosts stamina, endurance, and mood without overstimulation
• Nutrient-dense rich in amino acids, calcium, iron, zinc, and plant sterols

 

SHATAVARI

(Asparagus racemosus)

Category: Ayurvedic adaptogen, Hormonal balancer, Reproductive tonic

Key Benefits:


• Balances female hormones supports menstrual health, fertility, and menopausal transitions
• Cooling and calming nourishes the nervous system and helps manage stress
• Rejuvenative tonic supports vitality, libido, and immune health
• Traditionally used for PMS, perimenopause, and postpartum recovery


ROSE 

(Rosa spp.)

Category: Nervine, Heart tonic, Aromatic uplift

Key Benefits:


• Calms the heart and uplifts the mood
• Supports emotional wellbeing and gentle stress relief
• Traditionally used in Ayurvedic and Persian medicine to soothe tension and cool excess heat
• Contains vitamin C, polyphenols, and aromatic compounds for antioxidant action


PINK HIMALAYAN SALT

Category: Mineral tonic, Electrolyte support

Key Benefits:


• Naturally rich in trace minerals like magnesium, calcium, and potassium
• Supports electrolyte balance and hydration
• Enhances absorption of other nutrients and botanicals in blends

 

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