{"product_id":"texas-bigfoot-tea","title":"Texas Bigfoot Tea: Wild Yaupon","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTexas Bigfoot Tea\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWild Yaupon\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWild-crafted Texan Loose Leaf Yaupon Tea Leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 ounce (28 grams) of dried Yaupon in a pouch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYaupon is the richest natural source of caffeine of all native North American plants. Yaupon is a close relative of Argentina's Yerba Maté.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel stronger enable-updated-hr-color\" id=\"model-response-message-contentr_4fe2e987c3c14cd1\" aria-live=\"polite\" aria-busy=\"false\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eDiscover the rich history and smooth, vibrant flavor of pure American Yaupon. Hand-harvested and dried to perfection, our premium loose-leaf yaupon offers a naturally sweet, earthy taste with no bitterness. Because yaupon is naturally low in tannins compared to traditional black or green teas, it consistently yields a smooth, full-bodied cup of tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eOur yaupon is packaged in convenient 1-ounce (28 gram) bags, allowing you to access and experience a clean, sustainable energy boost that connects you directly to the roots of North American history and Nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eAs North America’s primary native caffeinated plant, yaupon (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"58\"\u003eIlex genus\u003c\/i\u003e) holds a sacred place in history, having been cherished by Indigenous communities for centuries as a ceremonial drink and a symbol of hospitality. Growing abundantly across the maritime forests and coastal plains of the American South, this resilient member of the holly family is as eco-friendly as it is delicious. Because it thrives in its native habitat without irrigation or chemicals, choosing yaupon means supporting a highly sustainable, pesticide-free, and locally sourced, wildcrafted agricultural tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eBeyond its incredible flavor, yaupon is a nutritional powerhouse packed with nutrients. It delivers a smooth, \"better-than-coffee\" energy lift thanks to a balanced combination of caffeine and theobromine—the same compound found in dark chocolate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eFurthermore, yaupon is brimming with polyphenols and antioxidants, which help combat oxidative stress and support overall health. Each sip provides a mindful, focusing ritual that sharpens the mind while remaining remarkably gentle on the stomach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eHow to Use and Store Your Yaupon\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eTo brew the perfect cup, steep \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"31\"\u003e1 to 2 teaspoons\u003c\/b\u003e of loose-leaf yaupon in 8-16 ounces of hot water; feel free to leave the leaves in longer, as they won't turn bitter. Yaupon also makes an incredibly refreshing iced tea when cold-brewed in the refrigerator overnight. Yaupon has a mild, lemonade type of flavor and also makes for an excellent iced tea!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel stronger enable-updated-hr-color\" id=\"model-response-message-contentr_f98de194d654e43d\" aria-live=\"polite\" aria-busy=\"false\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e1. \u003cspan class=\"citation-37 citation-end-37\"\u003eThe Antioxidants (Polyphenols \u0026amp; Flavonoids)\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"4\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\" id=\"p-rc_68a517bed8c3d27d-35\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-36 citation-end-36\"\u003eAntioxidants make up the vast majority of yaupon's health-promoting properties.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"5\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-35 citation-end-35\"\u003eIn fact, studies by the University of Florida found that yaupon has an antioxidant potential rivaling that of wild blueberries.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"6\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e The primary antioxidants found in the leaves include: \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" id=\"p-rc_68a517bed8c3d27d-36\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eChlorogenic Acid:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-34 citation-end-34\"\u003e Making up roughly 67% of yaupon’s total polyphenol content, this compound is celebrated for helping to control\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-33 citation-end-33\"\u003e blood sugar, support metabolic health, and protect against cellular inflammation.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"8\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-31\"\u003eNeochlorogenic \u0026amp; Cryptochlorogenic Acids:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-31 citation-end-31\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-31 citation-end-31\"\u003eRelated chlorogenic-acid-type of compounds, these acids excel at suppressing markers of inflammation throughout the body and protecting insulin-producing cells in the pancreas.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-31 citation-end-31\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" id=\"p-rc_68a517bed8c3d27d-37\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRutin:\u003c\/b\u003e A powerful flavonoid that supports cardiovascular health by strengthening blood vessels and improving circulation. \u003cspan class=\"citation-32 citation-end-32\"\u003eIt also has noted neuroprotective properties.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"9\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\" id=\"p-rc_68a517bed8c3d27d-39\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-30\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-30\"\u003eQuercetin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-30 citation-end-30\"\u003e A well-known yellow pigment flavonoid that acts as a natural antihistamine and anti-inflammatory, helping to support immune function and protect cells.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,4,0\" id=\"p-rc_68a517bed8c3d27d-40\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-29\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-29\"\u003eSaponins:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-29 citation-end-29\"\u003e Compounds that give yaupon a mild anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting quality.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"12\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe No-Tannin Advantage:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-28\"\u003e Unlike traditional black or green teas (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"62\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-28\"\u003eCamellia species)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-28\"\u003e, yaupon is\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-28\"\u003efree of catechin-based condensed tannins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-28 citation-end-28\"\u003e.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"13\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-27 citation-end-27\"\u003eTannins are the compounds that make regular tea bitter when over-steeped and can cause stomach irritation.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"14\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-26 citation-end-26\"\u003eThe lack of these specific tannins means yaupon is much more gentle on sensitive stomachs.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"15\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e2. The Alkaloids\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eWhile technically chemical compounds, rather than vitamins, these synergistic alkaloids are vital to how the body processes yaupon:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" id=\"p-rc_68a517bed8c3d27d-42\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-25\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-25\"\u003eCaffeine:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-25 citation-end-25\"\u003e Provides the primary mental alertness and physical energy boost.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"16\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" id=\"p-rc_68a517bed8c3d27d-43\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTheobromine:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-24 citation-end-24\"\u003e This is the same compound found in dark chocolate.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"17\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e It acts as a smooth, long-lasting stimulant and muscle relaxant, balancing out the caffeine to prevent jitters or a sudden energy crash. \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" id=\"p-rc_68a517bed8c3d27d-44\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-23\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-23\"\u003eTheophylline:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-23 citation-end-23\"\u003e A compound that functions as a mild bronchodilator, opening up airways and improving blood circulation, which helps the body utilize oxygen more efficiently.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"18\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e3. Vitamins\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eBecause yaupon is typically consumed as a water-soluble infusion (tea), the primary vitamins extracted are water-soluble:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" id=\"p-rc_68a517bed8c3d27d-45\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVitamin C (Ascorbic Acid):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-22 citation-end-22\"\u003e Fresh and lightly processed yaupon leaves contain a measurable amount of Vitamin C, which helps bolster the immune system.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"19\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e (Note: The exact levels can fluctuate significantly based on the season the leaf is harvested, with spring leaves showing higher concentrations, and our leaves are harvested in spring.)\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eB-Complex Vitamins:\u003c\/b\u003e Trace amounts of water-soluble B vitamins are present in the leaf tissue, which aid in cellular energy production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e4. Minerals\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eYaupon absorbs a rich array of minerals from the coastal and sandy soils of the American South. The most prominent mineral elements found in yaupon leaves include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18,0,0\"\u003ePotassium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18,1,0\"\u003eMagnesium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18,2,0\"\u003eCalcium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18,2,0\"\u003eManganese\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18,2,0\"\u003eZinc\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eHow to Store Your Yaupon\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eTo preserve the vibrant flavor and potent antioxidants, store your yaupon pouch in a cool, dark, and dry place, keeping the bag tightly sealed against moisture and direct sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHIS PRODUCT CONTAINS CAFFEINE \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"David Wolfe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52225134428443,"sku":null,"price":16.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2718\/3098\/files\/1_f4af5137-4125-415e-b612-fc16b42a8c70.png?v=1780334557","url":"https:\/\/shop.davidwolfe.com\/products\/texas-bigfoot-tea","provider":"David Wolfe Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}