I’ve been living in the States for 10 years now. I first came here for college, then moved to New York, so at this point I’m basically a New Yorker. And I’m sure you’ve heard that we New Yorkers love an early-morning, late-night routine . . . which conveniently allows us to drink more than a couple cups of coffee a day.

I might be a New Yorker now, but I’m also Turkish. Growing up in Turkey, tea was non-negotiable — it was just part of life. But after adapting to the American lifestyle, I’m ashamed to say I went from drinking several cups of tea a day to having it once in a blue moon. And honestly, the tea here just doesn’t compare to the tea back home (and I’m not even talking about the ritual, everyone drinking tea together like it’s water, which adds so much to the experience). So I slowly just let it go.

That’s why when Rishi Tea reached out with their tea offerings, I was genuinely excited to hopefully get my groove back and try a new tea company. I immediately checked their website, which has a ton of options from Japanese matcha (another favorite of mine, as long as it’s high quality and not chalky) to blends with turmeric and ginger, cinnamon plum, Earl Grey lavender, and even vanilla mint chai, which I haven’t seen much before. I wanted to try everything. The website is visually pleasing, and seeing the loose tea leaves honestly just made me want to start brewing right away.

Once I got the package that’s filled to the brim with Turmeric Ginger ($36), it took me maybe 3 to 5 minutes to make my first cup, I was that excited. And let me tell you, it did not disappoint. They come individually packaged, which I love because it helps preserve the aroma and prevents the tea from going stale. Plus, it just feels more hygienic.

The awesome, centering energy of golden turmeric root is enhanced by strengthening licorice root and zesty ginger in this Ayurveda-inspired blend.

The tea is uncaffeinated and super easy to prepare. The instructions are printed on each sachet, but if you get the loose-leaf version, you basically use 1.5 tablespoons in 12 oz of hot water (around 200°F) and steep for 5 minutes. If you want an extra soothing cup, you can steep it stronger and longer, up to 10 minutes. They also offer a Simple Brew Loose Leaf Teapot ($29) and Loose Leaf Tea Filters ($9) to make things easier. Or you can just do what I do and stick with the pre-packaged sachets. The good thing is Rishi offers everything — sachets, loose leaf, iced teas, concentrates, powders, you name it.

What I Like About Rishi’s Turmeric Ginger Tea

The moment I took a sip, I knew I was going to be hooked. I personally love ginger – I use it in meals, soups, green juices, anything. I think it’s one of the best ingredients for supporting your health, and when you pair it with turmeric, there’s no going back.

One thing I loved about this tea is that you can actually taste both ginger and turmeric strongly. The flavor is sharp and warming, and it feels like you’re fighting a cold even before you have one. The tea is slightly spicy thanks to the golden turmeric and the citrusy, spicy ginger, truly a perfect match. Fragrant lemongrass and citrus peels add a lemon-drop sweetness that balances out the turmeric’s pungency. You can taste the tradition behind the Ayurvedic blend.

As someone with a hectic schedule, who can’t afford to get sick, is obsessed with natural herbal benefits, and constantly tries to keep her digestion calm (my stomach hurts all the time), this tea feels like it’s about to become my best friend.

What’s Worth Noting Before You Try It

I’m not ashamed to say I had two cups back-to-back while working, and I could feel my digestion waking up (if you know what I mean).

The only downside is that the tea is a bit more expensive than supermarket tea options. But honestly, the flavor strength, ingredient quality, and sourcing transparency make the price understandable if you’re looking for something that feels like a treat and not just a random tea bag.

It’s also caffeine-free, which might be a downside for some, but I actually love that I can drink it during the day or night without worrying about sleep.

Who Is Rishi’s Turmeric Ginger Tea Best For?

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Where Can You Buy This Tea?

You can purchase it directly from Rishi Tea’s website or on Amazon which has their full selection — from sachets and loose leaf to matcha, concentrated teas, and unique blends.

Balim Tezel (she/her) is a shopping updates editor at PS and the founder of Maison des Nus, a New York-based affordable luxury brand. She graduated from Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism.

California officials have banned the sales of kratom, a popular supplement often used to treat pain and anxiety, after finding it was linked to six deaths in Los Angeles County, but what role the supplement played remains a mystery.

Kratom is a tropical tree native to Southeast Asia; 7-OH is a natural psychoactive component found in kratom leaves in trace amounts. But there’s a growing popularity of concentrated versions — offered as tablets, gummies, and liquid extracts — which are synthetic, according to the FDA.

Neither kratom nor 7-OH are regulated or approved for use in the U.S. as a drug product, a dietary supplement, or a food additive, according to the FDA. In July, the agency issued warning letters to companies that were “illegally marketing products” containing 7-OH.

Since the spring, six people between the ages of 18 and 40 have died after ingesting products containing 7-OH, Los Angeles County Department of Public Health said. The department this month advised retailers to stop selling products that contain kratom and the synthetic kratom compound 7-OH from their shelves.

These products are often marketed as dietary supplements, used to alleviate pain, anxiety and mood disorders, opioid withdrawal, LA County health officials said.

“At lower doses, 7-OH acts like a stimulant and at higher doses, it acts like an opioid. Mixing or using it with alcohol, prescription drugs, or illicit substances can significantly slow breathing and lead to death,” Dr. Muntu Davis, Los Angeles County Health Officer, said in a statement. “The safest choice is to avoid all 7-OH products.”

The county isn’t alone. Some local governments have adopted bans on kratom products and at least six states — Alabama, Arkansas, Indiana, Rhode Island, Vermont and Wisconsin — have banned 7-OH, according to a 2023 report by the Congressional Research Service.

The FDA warned consumers to avoid using kratom “because of the risk of serious adverse events,” such as seizures, noting it has been linked to deaths “in rare cases.” But, the agency noted that in these cases, “kratom was usually used in combination with other drugs, and the contribution of kratom in the deaths is unclear.”

That was true in the deaths reported in LA County this year tied to kratom use. Health officials noted that alcohol, medications or illicit substances were also found alongside 7-OH. Medical examiners’ reports, obtained by the Los Angeles Times, showed the cause of five of the deaths was listed as a consequence of “mixed drug effects.” The sixth death was caused by a cocaine overdose.

Toxicologists told the LA Times that there was insufficient research to show what concentrations of kratom can be toxic when not mixed with another substance.

“I don’t claim to have investigated all the reports about kratom deaths, but I haven’t seen too many reports of single-drug ingestions of kratom causing death,” Craig Smollin, medical director of the San Francisco division of the California Poison Control System, told the paper.

On top of lack of research, the testing methods may not be effective, experts say. There is a test to show how much kratom is in the body, but no such test exists for 7-OH. The existing test merely shows whether 7-OH was present or not, according to the LA Times.

Perhaps further complicating measures, when the body metabolizes kratom, part of the breakdown includes 7-OH, making the compound likely to appear in medical tests alongside kratom, Donna Papsun, a forensic toxicologist at NMS Labs in Pennsylvania, told the outlet.

Testing results may also be complicated because 7-OH is also “incredibly unstable,” Papsun said, noting that while it may be detected at the time of death, in the time that passes until samples are collected, it may have already broken down.

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The deaths are “not an easy picture” to unpack, Robert Powers, a forensic toxicologist at the University of New Haven, told the paper, saying he understands why health officials have taken steps to restrict kratom and 7-OH.

“I think it’s reasonable to recognize that in these cases, kratom could have indeed played a contributory role. And I understand the interest in trying to limit the potential effects of this drug in those mixed cases, so I understand why people would be interested in controlling this drug,” Powers said.

But not everyone is supportive of the ban. Consumers and sellers argue kratom products should be regulated.

Dee Macaluso, a 74-year-old who has trouble breathing and suffers from fatigue due to chronic lung illnesses, sought out specialists to try to help her get back to her once-active lifestyle, but nothing they suggested improved her health, the LA Times reported. So she turned to kratom after watching a documentary.

“I didn’t use it very often, but when I did I found that it helped so many of my issues,” Macaluso told the outlet, saying it gave her a boost of energy. Now she relies on it daily.

After the county announced it was going to pull kratom products from the shelves, she recalled: “I told my husband, I don’t know what I’m going to do if I don’t have it and then I won’t be able to get out of bed, or paint or do the little bit that I can do.”

Macaluso educated herself on how to use the products, experimenting with different dosages, and said she thinks the government should allow the public to continue to do so, regulating them, not banning them altogether. “There’s always going to be people that misuse it but I don’t think that those of us who are using it responsibly and getting benefit from it should be penalized,” she said.

Abdullah Mamun, who started the business Authentic Kratom in 2013, told the LA Times that while he understands that 7-OH poses a danger, he says a ban on all kratom products is a mistake.

His customers say his products have helped them manage pain. Mamun supported regulating kratom products: “We want them to be properly labeled for customers because people should know what they’re putting in their body.”

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If you’ve been searching for a Melt PM review that gives real insight from an actual user, you’re in the right place. Heidi B., a woman in her 40s, shares how Vitauthority’s women’s sleep support supplement transformed her nights and mornings. Going through menopause can be a tough stage for many women, filled with restless nights, mood swings, and stubborn fat that refuses to go away. But for Heidi, Vitauthority supplement, Melt PM, has been nothing short of a life-changing solution.

A Struggle Many Women Know Too Well

Before trying Melt PM, Heidi described her nights as long and exhausting. Like many women entering menopause, she struggled to fall asleep and often woke up multiple times a night. Her metabolism slowed down, her energy dipped, and losing fat became harder than ever.

She mentioned,

“I used to wake up tired, with cravings that made me reach for unhealthy snacks. I just couldn’t find balance.”
That’s when she discovered Vitauthority Melt PM, a menopause nighttime aid designed to help women sleep better, recover overnight, and support fat-burning while they rest.

Melt PM by Vitauthority

Melt PM is a fat-burning sleep supplement that works while you rest. It’s formulated to help your body relax, support healthy metabolism, and improve sleep quality, especially for women dealing with hormonal changes during menopause.

The key idea behind Melt PM is simple yet powerful:

Better sleep = better recovery = better weight control.

By promoting deep, uninterrupted sleep, this supplement helps your body manage stress hormones and burn fat naturally overnight. Many women, like Heidi, report waking up feeling lighter, refreshed, and more in control of their hunger and energy levels.

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Heidi’s Honest Customer Testimonial

Heidi’s customer testimonial perfectly captures what many women experience after using Melt PM:

“Melt PM has been a life changing supplement for me! Being a woman in my 40s and going through the phase of not so fun menopause, this product has helped me sleep through the night, keep stubborn fat OFF, and wake up feeling rested and ready to start the day without feeling hungry or having any crazy cravings. Thank you Vitauthority for this AMAZING little capsule!”

Her story is a real user experience that shows how a targeted nighttime formula can make a big difference. She didn’t just lose unwanted fat, she regained her energy, improved her sleep, and felt like herself again.

Melt PM Works So Well

Vitauthority designed Melt PM specifically for women who face hormonal and metabolic challenges during midlife.

Here’s why it stands out:

1. Supports Deep Sleep: Ingredients help calm the mind and promote restful sleep, essential for hormone balance.
2. Encourages Fat Burning: It works overnight to boost metabolic activity, helping reduce stubborn belly fat.
3. Curbs Cravings: By improving sleep quality, Melt PM naturally helps reduce late-night snacking and sugar cravings.
4. Boosts Morning Energy: Women wake up refreshed and motivated instead of groggy and sluggish.

For those struggling with sleepless nights and menopause symptoms, Melt PM acts as both a women’s sleep support supplement and a menopause nighttime aid, delivering results from the first few weeks.

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The Real Science Behind Melt PM

During menopause, hormonal imbalances, especially a drop in estrogen, can disrupt sleep and slow metabolism. Lack of rest can also increase cortisol, a stress hormone that promotes fat storage. Melt PM helps reverse these effects by:

• Supporting natural melatonin production.
• Encouraging relaxation through herbal and amino acid blends.
• Regulating nighttime metabolism for better fat utilization.

This combination helps the body recover, repair, and maintain a healthy balance, exactly what women in their 40s and 50s need.

Real User Experience

Heidi’s results go beyond physical changes. She describes feeling mentally stronger, emotionally calmer, and overall more confident. “I can finally get through my day without feeling drained or stressed,” she says.

Her real user experience reminds other women that health during menopause isn’t just about losing weight, it’s about restoring balance and peace of mind.

Is Melt PM Worth Trying?

If you’ve tried countless sleep or weight loss products with no success, Heidi’s experience may inspire you. Melt PM isn’t a quick fix, it’s a gentle, effective way to support your body’s natural rhythms.

For women struggling with fatigue, sleepless nights, or stubborn fat during menopause, this fat-burning sleep supplement could be the missing piece. Thousands of women have shared similar customer testimonials, praising Melt PM for its life-changing impact. The consistent theme? Better sleep, improved mood, and a stronger, healthier body.

To complement Melt PM’s benefits, following practices like 7 Proven Tips to Improve Sleep Naturally can enhance results even more, helping women create the ideal environment for deeper, restorative rest.

Conclusion

Melt PM review from Heidi B. offers an authentic look at how Vitauthority supplements can make a real difference during menopause. From improving sleep to reducing fat and increasing energy, Melt PM delivers on its promises.

Heidi’s real user experience is proof that the right menopause nighttime aid can help women regain control of their health, happiness, and confidence. If you’re ready to experience deeper sleep and better mornings, Vitauthority’s Melt PM might be your next step toward balance and vitality.