Organic Connections – Organic Superfoods and Herbal Remedies

Agrimony has a long history of use by the Greeks to treat eye conditions and in Chinese medicine for menstrual difficulties. Up until the late 19th century agrimony was used throughout Europe and North America to treat skin conditions, cough, sore throat and diarrhea. With a sour, bitter, cooling and slightly sharp flavour, this loose form of agrimony is ideal for making an astringent tasting t...

Alfalfa Leaf has a long history of being used as a general nutritive tonic with many health benefits due to its high nutritional value. Found to be high in alkaloids, vitamins K, A, and C, calcium, magnesium, iron, potassium, chlorophyll, and isoflavonoids. With a bitter, sweet, earthy taste, Organic Connections sources only organic Alfalfa Leaf to bring to you a high quality, pesticide free al...

Allspice, also known as Jamaican pepper, Clove pepper, Pimenta or New spice, is the dried fruit of the Pimenta Dioica plant. Given it's name based on it's complex flavour, Allspice has an aromatic scent, and tastes like a combination of cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves, but hotter and more peppery. With a wide variety of uses, Organic Connections Allspice comes in a powder form, which makes it conv...

Anise is a member of the apiaceae family, and it related to caraway, carrots, cumin, dill and fennel. The seeds are oval-shaped, green-ish brown with a licorice flavour that is sweet, mildly spicy, and very aromatic. In herbal medicine, Anise is believed to have carminative properties and is known best for is use in candies. Organic Connections Anise Seeds can be added to fish, shellfish, seafo...

Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), also known as Indian ginseng is one of the most well-known and widely used Ayurvedic herb. The root of the Ashwagandha plant is the most commonly used part in Western herbal remedies and is known for its restorative and vitality promoting benefits, supporting an energetic and rejuvenating sense of wellbeing. Organic Connections sources only organic ashwagandha ...

Astragalus is one of the most widely used herbs in Asian medicine. It was first mentioned in Chinese medical texts that date back to 2000 years ago. The root of the Astragalus plant has been extensively studied in Asia and is most well known for its effect on the immune system. Organic Connections harvests, and dries the highest quality Astragalus Root, cuts it into pieces and sifts out any pow...

Astragalus is one of the most widely used herbs in Asian medicine. It was first mentioned in Chinese medical texts that date back to 2000 years ago. The root of the Astragalus plant has been extensively studied in Asia and is most well known for its effect on the immune system. Organic Connections harvests, and dries the highest quality Astragalus Root, and grinds into a fine powder. With a mil...

Basil (Ocimum basilicum) is native to India and has silky green leaves with white blossoms. Part of the mint family, Basil has a strong, sweet aroma and flavour, often compared to anise or mint. While the dried leaves have a much more mild flavour than the fresh plant, Basil leaves pairs well with other spices including thyme, rosemary, nutmeg, oregano, parsley, sage, and ginger. Organic Connec...

Basil (Ocimum basilicum) is native to India and has silky green leaves with white blossoms. Part of the mint family, Basil has a strong, sweet aroma and flavour, often compared to anise or mint. While the dried leaves have a much more mild flavour than the fresh plant, Basil leaves pairs well with other spices including thyme, rosemary, nutmeg, oregano, parsley, sage, and ginger. Organic Connec...

Bay leaves are often used in homemade soups and to flavour other dishes. Hailing from the Mediterranean, they come from the Laurus nobilis plant which is a large, aromatic evergreen shrub with pointed, smooth leaves known as the bay leaf. Organic Connections harvests certified organic bay leaves using best farming practices and offers them in whole leaf form in this bulk herb. They’re perfect t...

Growing on a dense shrub that’s native to Eastern USA, bayberries are red berries similar to raspberries. In herbal medicine, the root bark has been used to support immune health and feelings of nausea. This blend by Organic Connections is cut into small pieces and sifted to get rid of any powder residue. When blended as a tea, it’s quite warming and offers a very astringent taste due to the hi...

Billberries are small European blueberries rich in many nutrients and antioxidants. They’re often used in herbal formulas to support inflammatory response and support healthy blood sugar. Organic Connections offers the whole berry dried which can then be used in your own formulations, eaten whole or to brew a fruity tea. These certified organic berries offer an intense, fruity, sweet and tangy ...

This woodland herb that’s origins are North American has long been used in herbal remedies. The root of the plant possesses terpene glycoside fraction, which is why it’s usually found in herbal combinations supporting women’s health. When made into a tea, black cohosh has a bitter, pungent taste and offers a cooling effect on the body. Organic Connections cuts the root into small pieces and the...

Bladderwrack is a type of brown seaweed which is also known as sea grapes and rockweed. It has air pockets in its leaves which make the seaweed float and look like small bladders, which is where it gets its name. It grows in the ocean near the Eastern and Western southern coasts of Canada. Bladderwrack contains a dietary fibre, alginic acid, which is why it’s often found in herbal combinations ...

The blessed thistle plant originates from the Mediterranean from Portugal to Southern France and while it’s used in herbal medicine, in North America it’s known as a noxious weed. Blessed Thistle is used in herbal formulas to help indigestion, boost immunity, and for its diuretic properties. Found in capsules or as a tonic, Organic Connections harvests their blessed thistle without the use of p...

Bring the taste of Louisiana home with this delicious, flavour packed cajun seasoning powder by Organic Connections. Often used as a rub on chicken or other meats, cajun seasoning can also be used to spice up fish and grilled tofu or seitan. It offers a little kick of bold spice, with an herbaceous base from garlic and onion powders. This powder is certified organic, so you don’t have to worry ...

Brown, long, narrow, slightly curved, ridged, and pointed at both ends, the Caraway Seed has an aromatic scent and a delightfully pleasant, spicy flavour. Most commonly used as a condiment, or added to pastries and bread, by crushing the seeds with a mortar and pestle just before use to make the Caraway flavour come alive. Organic Connections brings you 100% organic and chemical-free product th...

Native to India and widely used in Scandinavian and East Indian Cooking, Cardamom has a pungent aroma and a warm, spicy-sweet flavour. Cardamom brings out the flavour in Swedish meatballs, duck, pork, fruit, cakes, and pastries. When cooking with whole pod cardamom it can be used a variety of ways. Green Cardamom Pods can be put into simmering dishes like soup or curry to infuse the dish with f...

A popular herb derived from a tropical vine which can grow up to 98 feet tell. Its name comes from its hooked thorns, which resemble the claws of a cat. Mainly found in the Amazon rainforest and other tropical areas of South and Central America, Cat's Claw has been used as a traditional medicine for many conditions, such as inflammation, and infections. Brew your own herbal tea or add to your o...