Yes to Simples, plant-based Tonics and Apothecary. Very good tonics that are soothing for your soul..Good news to all the herbal tonic lovers – the grand opening of their first Simples Tonic Shop & Apothecary in Santa Monica, California was on September 30, 2017.
The Simples Tonic Shop and Apothecary sells a selection of eight Simples Tonics, locally brewed on-site as well as a carefully curated selection of plant-based tinctures, elixirs and products from esteemed herbalists and wild-crafted sources from around the country.
Simples is a line of hand-prepared, concentrated plant tonics, made with nourishing herbs that are brewed over a period of hours to extract the maximum amount of vitamins, minerals, and constituents. They are called by their traditional name, Simples, which means using a single herb or plant in a medicinal way. When beginning to explore the world of plant medicine, traditional herbalism holds that it is best to start with them one at a time to fully experience the taste, the essence, and the benefit of a single plant. If you want to learn more about the history of medicines and tonics in general, take a look at this article for some additional information.
At Simples, eight of these Simples are hand-brewed to support and encourage this exploration. The eight Simples represent a broad spectrum of traditional herbal remedies, each selected for their high nutritional profiles, tonic effect, and proven safety for everyday use.
The benefits of Simples work cumulatively over time, the more you drink the more benefit you will feel. Choosing one Simple to work with for 30 consecutive days allows you to fully experience that particular plant and all of the benefit and nourishment it has to offer. Unlike a tea, a Simples tonic uses a much higher quantity of plant material, and steeps covered for a longer period of time, resulting in a dense and powerful serving of plant nutrition. At Simples, tonics are brewed daily by hand as infusions to extract the maximum amount of nutrition and health benefits. link into their world here at https://www.simplestonics.com/
Simples Tonics
The Tonics
Nettle – The Game Changer
Loaded with essential vitamins and minerals, a great support tonic for stress and adrenal burnout. Also great for post workout restoration and hydration.
16oz – $7.50 / 32oz – $13
Rose – The Elevator
Uplifting and calming, rose balances our mood and nourishes our soul. A celebrated heart opener, it is a mood lifter and aphrodisiac.
16oz – $6 / 32 oz – $10
Linden – The Hug
It’s abundance of phytonutrients and antioxidants support its traditional use as a digestive aid, but we especially love Linden for its calming and slightly sedating action.
16oz – $7.50 / 32oz – $13
Schisandra – The Superhero
Going where it is needed, this adaptogen is an overall health tonic that provides powerful energy and mental clarity boost.
16oz – $8 / 32oz – $14.50
Burdock – The Purifier
Detoxifies the blood and the bowel while delivering a dense supply of iron, magnesium and thiamine. Burdock is a great choice for overall body cleansing and purification.
16oz – $8.50 / 32oz – $15
Dandelion Root – The Fortifier
A wonderful detoxifier and strength builder, it helps us combat the ill effects of a toxic environment and overindulgence in its ability to support the liver and kidneys.
16oz – $8.50 / 32oz – $15
Oatstraw – The Chill Pill
Loaded with B vitamins and essential minerals, Oatstraw also contains more magnesium than any other plant. This contributes to its ability to balance hormones and soothe frazzled nerves.
16oz – $7.50 / 32oz – $13
Chickweed – The Star
A wonderful choice for anyone recovering from injury, illness or weakness of any kind. This little star also packs a beauty punch, balancing metabolism, and supporting the thyroid.
16oz – $7 / 32oz – $12
The Simples Apothecary
The Simples Apothecary is a curated collection of plant medicine created by a diverse community of highly skilled herbalists both local and from around the country. Traci Donat and her team have sourced an array of tinctures, elixirs, beauty products and herbal offerings that have been hand selected for their uniqueness and efficacy, offering another interactive way to explore the gifts of sacred plants. The Apothecary will also feature Simples-branded tinctures, elixirs and products. “At Simples, we are herbalists whose work is rooted in traditional folk medicine practices. Everyone who works at Simples, whether brewing, bottling, or helping you choose a tonic or an apothecary item, has several years of study and experience in plant medicine.”
Simples.
2724 Main Street
Santa Monica, California 90405
Open Monday, Wednesday-Sunday
10:30 AM – 5:30 PM
