What is May Sickness? Reset your post-holiday fatigue with "Arabiki Tea"

The long-awaited Golden Week is finally here! Many of you are probably excited about your plans for outings and rejuvenation.

On the other hand, we often hear concerns about the "rebound" when the fun holidays end and daily life resumes. In fact, May, after the holidays, is a time when the fatigue and tension from new beginnings in April can suddenly break, making it easy to fall into what is commonly known as "May Sickness," with symptoms like "feeling sluggish" or "lacking motivation."

Therefore, this time, we will introduce the signs of May Sickness that you should know now to smoothly get back to your daily rhythm after the holidays, along with an easy "tea" refresh routine to balance your mind and body.

What exactly is "May Sickness"?

Although "May Sickness" is a commonly heard term, it is not an official medical condition. It is primarily attributed to stress and accumulated fatigue from environmental changes in spring.

April is a season of significant changes in one's own life and surroundings, such as entering a new school, starting a new job, or transferring. As we try to adjust to new environments, we unconsciously push ourselves too hard and remain tense. This accumulated fatigue and stress, unbeknownst to us, suddenly surfaces as physical discomfort when the tension finally breaks during the long Golden Week holiday—this is the true nature of "May Sickness."

Common Signs of May Sickness

⚫︎ Physical signs: Persistent fatigue, difficulty waking up refreshed in the morning, trouble sleeping at night, decreased appetite.

⚫︎ Mental signs: Feeling down for no particular reason, lack of motivation for work or household chores, easily irritable over small things, difficulty concentrating.

These symptoms are a natural response, signaling that "your mind and body are a little tired and sending an SOS." This does not mean you are being "lazy" or "lacking in spirit."

Therefore, after the holidays, instead of forcing yourself to immediately return to your normal pace, it's important to gently care for yourself and gradually ease back into your daily routine.

Why is "tea" good for May Sickness?

The components found in tea have properties that are perfect for addressing May Sickness.

Theanine (relaxing component): An umami component. A type of amino acid that offers both relaxation and improved concentration.

Vitamin C (stress care): An essential nutrient for beautiful skin and immune enhancement. Green tea is said to contain a heat-stable form of Vitamin C.

Catechin (refreshing): The source of green tea's astringency. Possesses strong antioxidant properties and supports immune system boost and fat burning.

Easy and Complete Nutrition! Refresh with "Arabikicha"

Even with a busy daily life, you might want to easily and efficiently get the nutrients from tea. For those individuals, Wakohen's "Arabikicha" (coarsely ground tea) is recommended.

Since the entire tea leaf is ground into a powder, you can dissolve it in hot or cold water and consume 100% of the nutrients contained in the tea leaves.

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Recommended Ways to Enjoy Arabikicha

1. For the first cup of the day: Hot green tea to regulate your autonomic nervous system.

Simply put one serving (approximately 1g of powder) into a teacup, pour 100-200ml of hot water, and stir. This creates a moment of "peace of mind" that can be soothing even on a hectic morning after the holidays.

2. For work: "Shaka-shaka cold tea" in your personal bottle.

For a 500ml PET bottle, add about 2g of powder and shake well. Arabikicha stick type (approx. 2g) is easy to add, convenient to carry, and hassle-free.

It's perfect for refreshing yourself during work, household chores, or when your mind feels foggy. The moderate astringency of catechin will help clear your head.

3. As a reward on a hard day: Soothing "Green Tea Latte"

On days when you feel mentally exhausted, try dissolving Arabikicha in warm milk or soy milk. If you add a little sugar or honey to your liking, you can easily enjoy an authentic café-style green tea latte at home. The mellow sweetness of milk and the rich aroma of green tea will gently soothe away the day's fatigue.