Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you want to know about Ruhi Botanicals, our superfoods, our standards, and your daily ritual.

Finding Your Superfood

I have never tried Ayurvedic superfoods before. Where do I start?

Start with one. Pick the one that speaks to what your body needs most right now, whether that is energy, calm, immunity, inflammation support, or vitality. Ayurveda is a practice of listening, not loading up. One teaspoon, one intention, one plant at a time.

Here is a simple guide:

• Moringa - your body needs energy, iron, or a daily green ritual
• Amla - you want to strengthen immunity, support your skin, or get serious about Vitamin C
• Ashwagandha - stress is winning right now, and you need your nervous system back
• Turmeric - inflammation, digestion, or a golden milk ritual you have been meaning to start
• Beetroot - you want natural pre-workout energy or cardiovascular support without synthetic stimulants

If you genuinely cannot decide, most first-time customers start with Ashwagandha. It works gently, consistently, and most people feel a real shift within two to three weeks.

What does each superfood actually taste like?

None of them taste like candy, and that is intentional. These are whole plants, not flavoured powders:

• Moringa: Earthy and green, close to a mild matcha with a faint peppery finish. Blends easily and disappears into smoothies.
• Amla: Tart, bright, and tangy, the most assertive flavour of the five. A little goes a long way. Pairs beautifully with mango, orange, or honey.
• Ashwagandha: Warm and slightly bitter, with an earthy depth. Best in warm milk or a banana smoothie where it is complemented rather than masked.
• Turmeric: Warm, peppery, and gently bitter. The backbone of Indian cooking, familiar and grounding.
• Beetroot: Mildly sweet and deeply earthy. It turns your smoothie a vivid magenta. That colour is the betalain antioxidants doing their job.

Can I mix different Ruhi superfoods together?

Absolutely. Ayurveda has been combining plants this way for thousands of years. A few combinations worth trying:

• Morning ritual: Moringa and Amla with a squeeze of lemon in warm water
• Golden milk: Turmeric and Ashwagandha in warm oat milk with honey and cardamom
• Pre-workout: Beetroot and Moringa blended with banana and almond butter
• Immunity tonic: Amla and Turmeric with ginger in a small glass of warm water

Start with one plant, find your rhythm, then layer in a second. Consistency matters more than quantity.

Our Standards

What does USDA Organic actually mean for my daily ritual?

It means the farms where your superfoods grow use no synthetic pesticides, herbicides, or chemical fertilisers, ever. Organic certification is audited annually by an independent certifying body. For plants like moringa and turmeric, which naturally draw compounds from the soil they grow in, organic farming is not a marketing label. It is the foundation of a clean product.

How is every batch tested, and what exactly are you checking for?

Every production lot is sent to an independent third-party laboratory before it reaches you. We test for:

• Heavy metals including lead, cadmium, arsenic, and mercury, benchmarked against FDA, WHO, and EU thresholds
• Microbial activity for safety and shelf stability
• Nutritional potency to confirm the label matches what is actually in the bag
• Pesticide residues with zero tolerance

If a batch does not pass, it does not ship. No exceptions.

Can I see the Certificate of Analysis for my specific batch?

Yes, and we encourage you to ask. Email us at hello@ruhibotanicals.com with the batch number printed on the back of your product and we will send the full COA directly. At launch, every label will carry a QR code linked to the batch test results for that specific lot.

Why does my powder look slightly different from my last bag?

Because it is a real plant, grown in real soil, harvested in a real season. Natural variation in colour and aroma between harvests is completely normal and has no bearing on what is actually in the powder. Every batch is tested for potency regardless of appearance. Think of it the way you would think about seasonal produce, a slightly different shade simply means a different harvest, not a lesser one.

I am based in California. Why is there a Prop 65 warning on the label?

California Proposition 65 requires a warning when a product contains trace amounts of certain naturally occurring compounds, including minerals that plants absorb from organic soil. This applies to our products not because of anything unusual in our farming or manufacturing, but because soil itself, including certified organic agricultural land, contains naturally occurring trace elements.

The warning threshold is set at one thousand times below the level shown to cause any observable harm in rigorous scientific studies. Every Ruhi Botanicals batch meets FDA, WHO, and EU safety standards. If you have ever seen this label at a coffee shop, on a bottle of wine, or on a bag of leafy greens, you already know how broadly California law applies.

Daily Use and Your Ritual

How much should I take, and when?

Recommended daily servings:

• Moringa: 1 teaspoon (3g), morning, with food
• Amla: 1 teaspoon (3g), morning, pairs well with citrus
• Ashwagandha: half to 1 teaspoon (1.5 to 3g), evening, in warm milk
• Turmeric: half to 1 teaspoon (1.5 to 3g), with food and a healthy fat
• Beetroot: 1 teaspoon (5g), morning or 30 minutes before exercise

For your first week with any new superfood, begin with half the serving. Let your body get acquainted, then increase in week two. Ayurveda rewards patience over urgency.

What is the best way to use each superfood?

• Moringa: Stir into warm water with lemon, blend into smoothies, or add to dals and soups at the end of cooking
• Amla: Mix into citrus juice, yogurt, or a morning tonic with ginger and honey
• Ashwagandha: Warm oat or almond milk before bed, or blended into a banana smoothie
• Turmeric: Golden milk with black pepper which dramatically increases absorption, curries, soups, and roasted vegetables
• Beetroot: Pre-workout smoothie, fresh juice, or stirred into water for a quick daily shot

Does heating these superfoods destroy the nutrients?

Some heat-sensitive nutrients, like Vitamin C in amla, degrade at high temperatures. However, the density of nutrients across all five of our superfoods means that even after gentle cooking, you are still getting meaningful nutritional value. For maximum potency, add to warm rather than boiling liquids, or stir into food near the end of cooking.

How should I store my Ruhi powder?

A cool, dry place away from direct sunlight works perfectly, such as a pantry shelf or a kitchen cupboard away from the stove. Always seal the bag tightly after each use. No refrigeration needed. Stored correctly, your powder holds full potency until the best-before date on the label, typically 18 to 24 months from the date of manufacture.

Safety and Wellness

Are these superfoods safe for daily, long-term use?

Yes. All five Ruhi Botanicals superfoods are whole food powders, not pharmaceutical isolates or concentrated extracts. They are safe for daily use for most healthy adults. In Ayurvedic tradition, these plants are valued precisely because they are gentle enough to use every day, across a lifetime. That is the whole point of a ritual.

I am pregnant or breastfeeding. Can I use these?

Moringa has a deep history of traditional use to support lactation across South and Southeast Asia. That said, we always recommend speaking with your healthcare provider before introducing any new supplement during pregnancy or while nursing, not because of specific safety concerns, but because your provider knows your full picture and we want your experience to be both safe and supported.

I take prescription medication. Is there anything I should know?

Our superfoods are whole-food powders, but some botanical compounds can interact with certain medications. Ashwagandha may interact with thyroid medications and blood pressure drugs. Turmeric at higher doses may interact with blood thinners. If you are on any regular prescription, a brief conversation with your doctor before starting is always worthwhile.

How long before I actually feel a difference?

Some people notice shifts in energy or digestion within the first few days. For most, the deeper benefits, including better sleep with ashwagandha, improved resilience with moringa, and sustained vitality with amla, emerge over two to four weeks of consistent daily use. Ayurveda works cumulatively, not acutely. Give yourself a full 30 days before forming a verdict. The people who stay consistent are the ones who write to us three months later to say it changed their mornings.

Subscribe and Save

How does the Subscribe and Save option work?

When you add any product to your cart, select Subscribe and Save to receive 15% off every recurring order. Choose your delivery frequency, monthly is the most popular. Your card is only charged when an order ships, and you can adjust your delivery date, skip a month, or pause from your account dashboard at any time.

Can I cancel my subscription?

Yes, anytime. No waiting period, no cancellation fee, no guilt. Log into your account, go to Subscriptions, and cancel with a single click. We are confident enough in our products to never need to lock anyone in. If you do cancel, we would genuinely love to know why. Reply to any of our emails and Komal reads every one.

Orders, Shipping, and Returns

How long will my order take to arrive?

Orders are processed within 1 to 2 business days and typically arrive within 5 to 7 business days via standard US shipping. You will receive a tracking number by email as soon as your order ships.

Is shipping free?

Yes, free standard shipping on all US orders over $50.

What if I am not happy with my order?

Email us at hello@ruhibotanicals.com within 30 days of receiving your order and we will make it right. We are a small brand building something real, and your experience matters to us personally, not just as a customer, but as someone we genuinely hoped we could help.

Do you ship outside the United States?

Not yet, but it is coming. US shipping only for now. Follow us at @ruhibotanicals for updates on international availability.

Can I change or cancel my order after placing it?

Email us at hello@ruhibotanicals.com as quickly as possible. We move fast on processing, but if your order has not shipped yet, we will do everything we can to accommodate the change.

About Ruhi Botanicals

Who is behind Ruhi Botanicals?

Ruhi Botanicals was founded in San Francisco by Komal G, a first-generation South Asian American who grew up watching Ayurvedic wisdom practised in the kitchen long before it had a wellness hashtag. The brand was built on a single belief: that the most powerful things you can put in your body are not new inventions, but ancient plants that humanity has trusted across centuries. The name Ruhi comes from Sanskrit, meaning soul, the living intelligence within every plant.

What does Ancient Wisdom. Modern Purity. actually mean?

It means we do not choose between tradition and rigour, we hold both. The plants we source carry five thousand years of human knowledge behind them. The standards we apply, USDA Organic certification, third-party batch testing, and single-origin sourcing transparency, are the most demanding available today. Ancient wisdom tells us which plants matter. Modern purity ensures they are clean enough to trust.

Still have a question?

We would love to hear from you. Email hello@ruhibotanicals.com and expect a real reply within 1 to 2 business days. Komal reads every message.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.