Benefits Of Rooibos Tea

 

The tea has no caffeine and only half the usual tea tannin. Apart from being refreshing to drink instead of tea and regular coffee, it has the advantage of containing minerals and powerful antioxidants. It has no oxalic acid does not irritate the kidneys.

Japanese scientists, who studied in the 1960's, discovered Rooibos contains a powerful antioxidant similar to SOD which is thought to retard aging and quercetin which is believed to be a potent anti-inflammatory. Besides that Rooibos is also found to contain aspalathin which counteracts the atherosclerotic processes that result in heart disease. Because of this the Japanese promote it as a tea against aging and the importation of large quantities of tea.

The study was conducted elsewhere, where the Frenchman said hair lotion containing Rooibos promoted faster hair growth in the condition of the hair and did not cause allergic reactions. South Africa, research has found that the polyphenol content in Rooibos is similar to green tea. Polyphenols protect the body from damage by free radicals.

Rooibos has been shown to be useful for general health problems. It relieves digestive problems, nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps and constipation. To have a calming effect contributes to irritability, insomnia and depression.

Both prenatal and breastfeeding mothers supplement their intake of manganese, calcium and fluoride drinking Rooibos and therefore promote strong teeth and healthy bones in their babies. Rooibos, when applied at every diaper change, relieves nappy rash and drunk by the baby relieves colic.

Preparation of Rooibos is the same as ordinary tea. First heat the teapot with boiling water, then place a teaspoon or tea bag per cup required in the pot. Pour the boiling water and let stand for several minutes. The more the leaves before drinking more tea contains antioxidants. Can be served plain, hot or cold milk or lemon. It can be lightly sweetened with honey or sugar, or simply went without sweetener. Rooibos also makes a wonderful iced tea.

South Africa Rooibos Tea is often used in cooking all day, not only the most important minerals and antioxidants in a diet and help digestion, but also enhances the flavors in the kitchen. Simply replace the water in a recipe for tea.

The next time you are in your store or tea shop specializing in storage, why not take a package and try it?