Organic India FAQs

All Organic India products are vegan and free from gluten, dairy, soy, and corn. Our products are certified USDA Organic, Kosher, Halal (For international markets) and Non-GMO Project Verified. Organic India products contain no artificial ingredients, additives, preservatives, or binders.

Organic India products are certified organic by Control Union and Aditi as per USDA, EU and NPOP Organic Standards. All products are verified non-GMO by The Non-GMO Project. Every batch of Organic India herbs are third-party laboratory tested for pathogens, pesticides, and heavy metals. They test against standards issued by American Herbal Products Association. Only product batches that meet or exceed these standards are made available to consumers.

We do not advise on the safety of taking Organic India supplements with prescription medications. Please consult your health care practitioner if you are currently under other prescription medication protocols.

We do not recommend our products for anyone under the age of 18. Please consult your health care provider before adding any supplement to your children’s wellness regimen.

We recommend that pregnant women consult with their medical doctor before using any kind of supplement, including Organic India products.

Yes. Organic India tests each batch of herbs by a third-party certified lab for contaminants such as fungus, mold, yeast, bacteria, pesticides, and heavy metals. They test against standards issued by American Herbal Products Association. Additionally, they ensure Botanical Ingredient Identity Testing of their whole herbs.

Organic India is passionate about raising the standards within the organic industry by example, and is among the few herbal companies in India to receive ISO 9001-2008 and Kosher Certifications. Organic Certifications are available from Control Union and Aditi as per USDA, EU and NPOP Organic Standards. Organic India products are verified non-GMO by The Non-GMO Project.

Organic India is a whole herb company, and they use the unaltered and natural whole roots and herbs that they grow. Because of this, the amount of constituents is not measured or printed, such as withanolides, in Organic India herbs because that can vary among different harvests.

While it is unlikely that there would be any safety issue, Organic India do not recommend using its products past the expiration date on the packaging, as the effectiveness of herbs can no longer be guaranteed.

Organic India does not utilize plastic of any kind in our tea bags. Tea bags are made from organic manila hemp (also known as abaca) and the string is made from unbleached cotton fiber. Organic India chose this style because most stringless bags on the market employ filter paper that is coated with a polyamide plastic. This type of plastic coating melts under high temperatures, and as a result, some amount of plastic is leached into the tea as it brews.

The tea bag paper is made of unbleached, organic manila hemp (also known as abaca). The string is made from unbleached cotton fiber. This style was chosen because the stringless tea bags that are currently on the market employ filter paper that is coated with a polyamide plastic.

All Organic India herbs, after being organically grown, are air-dried either in the sun or shade according to each herb’s requirements. Organic India processes all herbs in certified organic facilities; Organic India grinds its herbs into a 30 mesh particle size to maintain each herb’s botanical integrity, and employs a dry steam sterilization technology to ensure its stringent product safety specifications. Each batch of herbs is then tested to make sure that it is in compliance with AHPA safety standards and regulations for contaminants such as fungus, mold, yeast, bacteria, pesticides, and heavy metals. Organic India does not add any fillers, artificial flavors, colors, or preservatives to products.

Although Organic India is a whole herb company and keeps herbs as close to their natural forms as possible, our herbs are heated above the threshold to be considered raw during the sterilization process. We use a chemical-free, sterilization process to clean our herbs and rid them of harmful pathogens. The heat treatment is kept at a minimum to maintain the herbs’ essential nutrients and enzymes.

The following formulations contain caffeine:

• Tulsi Breakfast – 25 mg/tea bag
• Tulsi Green – 12 mg/tea bag
• Tulsi Masala Chai – 12 mg/tea bag

Whole herbs, as opposed to tinctures and extracts, provide the fullest spectrum of each plant’s unique phytochemical signature. We believe whole herbs and whole herbs enhanced with an herbal extract more effective than extracts alone. It is believed that the various constituents and parts of the plant work synergistically.

According to the Mayo Clinic website, functional foods are foods that have a potentially positive effect on health beyond basic nutrition.

Dosage varies by product. Please check the bottle/website for suggested dosages. Organic India does not provide individual diagnosis or dosages. To find an Ayurvedic practitioner, please visit: NAMA – National Ayurvedic Medical Association.

Pullulan is a natural biopolymer obtained from the mushroom species A. pullulans. Pullulan is created by extracting water from the mushroom that is grown organically on a tapioca starch substrate. Organic India’s pullulan is vegan, free of major allergens (soy, wheat, corn, dairy, and nuts), non-gmo, and certified USDA organic. Pullulan creates an oxygen barrier to ensure the shelf life of Organic India supplements. Pullulan capsules also protect encapsulated herbs from oxidation.

We recommend working with a practitioner before electing to increase dosages. Suggested dosages are meant to optimally support the average person. ORGANIC INDIA recommends working with a health professional or Ayurvedic practitioner to determine individualized dosages and to create a health plan that is suited to individual needs.

There aren’t equivalent doses between Tulsi tea and Tulsi capsules. Tulsi tea is an infusion — hot water allows for fast delivery to the bloodstream, while Tulsi capsules are processed by the digestive system until the phytochemical compounds are absorbed. We suggest Tulsi tea for quick absorption, and Tulsi capsules for those who don’t enjoy tea or who prefer the convenience of capsules.

Adaptogens are a unique class of herbs: They help balance, restore and protect the body from physical, environmental, and psychological stress. An adaptogen doesn’t have a specific action; they are multidirectional herbs that supports stress responses to normalize physiological functions, leading to stress resilience.

Originating in India, the 5,000 year-old Ayurvedic medical system is one of the world’s oldest health modalities. “Ayurveda” comes from two Sanskrit words — “ayuh” meaning “life” and “veda” meaning “science” or “wisdom.” Ayurveda is the sister science to Yoga and is based upon the same ancient Vedic texts. The system teaches us to live in balance with nature by following natural rhythms.