Is Organic Mother's Milk Kosher?

The Ingredient Breakdown

As a food scientist, I look at the label to determine kosher status. The primary concern for any tea is usually hidden animal products (like gelatin in capsules) or insect infestation in loose herbs. Traditional Medicinals has made this easy for consumers. The ingredients list is short, clean, and entirely botanical.

The core blend consists of Organic bitter fennel fruit, Organic anise fruit, Organic coriander fruit, Organic fenugreek seed, and Organic blessed thistle herb. All of these are seeds or herbs. There is no honey, collagen, or gelatin used as a binder or sweetener. Furthermore, the secondary blend includes Organic spearmint leaf, Organic West Indian lemongrass leaf, Organic lemon verbena leaf, and Organic marshmallow root. Because these are certified organic, the risk of insect infestation—which can render a product non-kosher—is significantly lower than in conventional herbs, as organic standards prohibit certain pesticides that kill insects, requiring stricter cleaning processes. The product is also certified by CCOF (California Certified Organic Farmers), which adds a layer of quality assurance regarding the purity of the botanicals.

Nutritional Value

From a nutritional standpoint, Organic Mother's Milk is extremely benign. It is essentially an infusion of herbs in hot water. The label indicates that a serving contains 35mg of sodium and negligible amounts of other macronutrients. There are 0 grams of sugar and 0 grams of fat per serving. This makes it an excellent alternative to sugary lactation cookies or heavy smoothies if you are trying to manage postpartum weight. It fits easily into a low-carb or keto diet. While it does not provide significant calories or protein to boost milk supply directly, the herbs (specifically fenugreek and blessed thistle) are included for their galactagogue properties rather than their caloric content. It is a low-calorie beverage that poses no risk to blood sugar spikes.