Rooibos Tea

Rooibos tea is a caffeine-free herbal drink, it contains low tannin levels, and is brewed from the dried or fresh leaves from the rooibos flower also known as the aspalathus linearis plant, it comes from a broom-like member of the fabaceae family. This herb contains minerals such as zinc, calcium, magnesium, iron, and vitamin c, it also contains strong antioxidants such as aspalathin which provides great health benefits for our bodies. Rooibos tea is also known as red tea, red bus tea and African red tea. This delicious tea is originates and is native to South Africa.

There are two types of rooibos tea, they are known as:

• Red Rooibos Tea
• Green Rooibos Tea

Both types of teas have a nutty, earthy sweet flavor they may have a caramel, vanilla and/or a smoky flavor. The taste may vary depending on the type of tea.

Health Benefits

Rooibos tea contains alphahydroxy acid (which usually isn’t common in foods), it’s properties help:

• Reduce skin irritation and redness
  • Treats acne and eczema
  • Gives an anti-aging effect on skin, as rooibos tea produces healthy skin cells.
• Promotes weight loss, as rooibos tea is low in calories best result without the addition of milk and sugar.
• Eases pain, thanks to the antioxidants in rooibos tea, it helps reduce inflammation, aches and other body pains.
• Relieves allergies, the chrysoeriol in rooibos tea helps relieve coughing, wheezing, asthma and rhinitis.
• Strengthen bones all thanks to the calcium contained in rooibos tea.
• Improves our digestive system, rooibos tea helps relax our digestive muscles helping prevent stomach pains and aches as well as prevents diarrhea.
• Strengthen our immune system all because of the anti-inflammation properties in rooibos tea.
• Helps prevent type 2 diabetes- the polyphenol in rooibos tea helps regulate blood sugar, preventing diabetes.
• Supports heart health, as rooibos tea is high in antioxidants, helps keep;
  • Blood circulation steady, lowering high blood pressure
  • Open up blood vessels
• Reduces the risk of cancer, the quercetin and luteolin in rooibos tea kills cancer cells as well as prevents tumor growth.

Side Effects

• May effect hormones, as rooibos tea increases estrogen, therefore, woman with breast cancer or hormones sensitive diseases, please consult a doctor before consumption.
• Interaction with medications could cause severe allergic reactions- consult a doctor before consumption.
• Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult a doctor before consumption.

Although herbal teas are known to be natural, that doesn’t mean that they are safe for everyone.

If pregnant or about to go under surgery or have any allergies consult with your doctor if it’s safe.