Rosehip Tea

Rosehip tea is a caffeine free herbal tea, it is brewed from the dried or fresh rosehip that is found just below the rose petals, this comes from the spurious fruit of the rose plant also known as the rosa canina plant, coming from the rose family known as Rosaceae. Rosehip tea originated and is native to Asia, North Africa and Europe, it has been used for it benefiting immunity thanks to the high levels of vitamin A, C and E as well as polyphenols and carotenoids. Rosehip tea has a mild and floral flavor, it was often described to have a taste similar to green apples and hibiscus tea.

Health Benefits

• Improves digestion, thanks to the anti-inflammatory properties in rosehip tea, this helps prevent:
  • Stomach cramps and pains
  • Heartburn
  • Bloating
• Prevents heart disease, thanks to the antioxidant properties and high flavonoids contained in rosehip tea, this helps reduce blood pressure as well as improves blood flow which protect our bodies against heart disease.
• Benefits in weight loss, rosehip tea contains an antioxidant known as tiliroside, which has fat burning properties.
• Great skin care, as rosehip tea contains high amounts of vitamins C and A, this helps improve collagen synthesis which protects skin cells against the sun as well as slows down aging.
• Reduces and treats inflammation and pain, the anti-inflammatory compounds known as polyphenols and galactolipids, which helps treat  rheumatoid arthritis.
• Supports and strengthens immunity, thanks to rosehip tea which contains vitamin C and high levels of polyphenol, it helps increase white blood cells known as lymphocytes, which protects our body against infections as well as helps maintain protective barrier on the skin against outside bacteria.
• Prevents against type 2 diabetes, all thanks to the antidiabetic effects in rosehip tea.

Side effects (The following side effects are usually caused if consumed in large amounts)

• There is no known side effects to pregnant or breastfeeding women drinking rosehip tea, however it is always a good idea to consult your doctor before consuming beverage.
• Avoid medication interaction with rosehip tea, specifically with type 2 diabetes medication, as it may cause medical issues.
• May cause kidney stones, as rosehip tea contains high levels of vitamin C.
• May cause irritation and allergic reactions, especially if you are allergic to rosehip or plants relating to rose family (Rosaceae)
• May effect individuals who suffer from glucose 6 phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency  (G6PD deficiency), as rosehip tea has high amounts of vitamin C which might increase the risks of further complications.
• Avoid if you have iron disorders such as hemochromatosis, thalassemia, or anemia, the vitamin C in rosehip tea can increase iron absorption.
• May cause heart attacks (myocardial infarction) as roseip tea contains rugosin E, which might cause  blood clots, increasing the chances of a heart attack.
• May increase the chances of sickle cell disease, which occurs rarely, this is usually due to the vitamin C in rosehip tea which may cause the blood to become acidic.
• May cause a stroke as roseip tea contains rugosin E, this might cause  blood clots, which could cause a stroke.
• Cause blood clots which may effect:
  • Leg movement
  • Lungs, causing shortness of breath
  • Heart attacks
  • Blood sickle disease

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.