A Fall Ritual for Digestion & Warmth: CCF Tea
- Bhanu Patel
- Nov 8, 2025
- 2 min read
There’s a certain stillness that arrives with fall — a hush in the air, the scent of dry leaves, the quiet invitation to slow down. As nature changes rhythm, so do we.
In Ayurveda, this season of Vata calls for nourishment that’s warm, moist, and steady — the kind that comforts digestion and brings us back to balance from the inside out.
To balance Vata and keep our digestion steady, we turn to one of Ayurveda’s most beloved daily rituals:
CCF Tea — a soothing infusion of cumin, coriander, and fennel.
Simple. Timeless. Profoundly supportive.
What is CCF Tea?
CCF stands for Cumin, Coriander, and Fennel — three humble spices you likely have in your kitchen right now.
Together, they create a warm, aromatic herbal tea that:
✨ Supports digestion
✨ Reduces bloating & gas
✨ Calms the nervous system
✨ Kindles Agni — the digestive fire
✨ Gently flushes toxins (ama)
✨ Hydrates while warming the body
✨ Aids in absorption of nutrients
It's one of those classic Ayurvedic remedies that feels like a hug from the inside — especially as the temperature drops.
Meet the Spices
🌿 Cumin — The Agni Igniter
Enhances digestive strength
Prevents bloating & cramping
Warms without overheating
Cumin gently awakens digestion, like lighting a steady flame under the soup pot.
🌿 Coriander — The Soother
Anti-inflammatory
Cooling yet digestive-supportive
Calms acidity and nurtures the gut
Coriander keeps the system calm, making this tea safe even for sensitive digestion.
🌿 Fennel — The Sweet Harmonizer
Relieves gas & bloating
Soothes the gut
Naturally sweet & aromatic
Fennel adds softness and balance — the motherly energy of this trio.
Why CCF Tea is Perfect for Fall
Fall brings:
🍂 Cooler air
🍃 Dry winds
🌀 More movement, restlessness & scattered energy
🔥 Digestive fluctuations
CCF tea meets the moment with grounding warmth. It partners with the season’s rhythm — gently stoking digestion, calming the gut, and supporting steady energy.
This is Fall nourishment in a cup.
Sipped warm in the morning, before meals, or on a chilly afternoon — CCF tea becomes a soothing ritual that reminds us to slow down, breathe, and nourish our inner fire.
A moment of stillness.
A cup of warmth.
A gentle reset for body and mind.
CCF Tea in Our Fall Workshop
During our Fall Ayurvedic Cooking Class on November 23rd at TheKitchen in Melrose, we’ll sip CCF tea and explore how simple kitchen spices become powerful seasonal allies.
Just like the warming spices in Pav Bhaji,
CCF tea teaches us that everyday ingredients have deep healing potential when used with intention and awareness.
Seasonal eating isn’t just about food —
it's about how we digest life.
Come cook, sip, and nourish with us as we welcome the season with warmth and community.
📍 TheKitchen — Melrose, MA
📅 November 23rd
🕔 5–7 PM
Together, we’ll explore Ayurvedic spices, seasonal digestion, and cozy Fall recipes that honor the wisdom of nature and tradition.
Because wellness can be simple.
Seasonal cooking can be soulful.
And healing can taste delicious. 🤍🍂
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