Rooibos tea is brewed using the leaves of
the South African rooibos shrub. The Rooibos bush is a member of the legume
family of plants (same as beans, peas and peanuts). And like them, Rooibos is
entirely caffeine free — with a subtly sweet aroma and flavor that is
aptly described as "nutty.".
Discover South African Rooibos Tea
by Uma Mays
Rooibos: Tea of South Africa
Rooibos or Redbush as it is more commonly known is red tea that is grown only
in the South African highlands. It comes from the plant Aspalathus linearis,
rather than the Camellia plants that produce traditional teas, such as Black,
Green or Oolong tea. The name Rooibos, an African slang word of Dutch origin
meaning " Red Bush." Rooibos tea is a distinctive red colour and its
taste is also unique with a very sweet and slightly nutty flavour.
Rooibos contains a variety of antioxidant substances, some of which are entirely
exclusive to the Redbush plant. As well as being decaffeinated with low tannin
content, the tea contains Vitamin C and many minerals and can almost be considered
a nutritional supplement. The minerals contained in a cup of Redbush tea are:
- Zinc
- Manganese
- Alpha-hydroxy (great for the skin)
- Magnesium
- Copper
- Iron
- Potassium
- Calcium
- Fluoride
Various studies have shown the many health problems that can be helped by drinking
Rooibos tea on a regular basis:
- Can be used to treat hay fever, asthma and eczema
- Placed directly on the skin, it can slow the aging process
- Boosts the immune system
- Eases irritability, headaches, nervous tension and insomnia
- Acts as an anti-spasmodic agent, to relieve stomach cramps and colic in
infants
- Contains no oxalic acid, so people who are prone to kidney stones can
safely consume it
Mothers in South Africa have long been aware of the benefits of Rooibos tea
and it is traditional to give this tea to children. A small amount of Redbush
tea added to milk could soothe babies and help ease symptoms of colic.
It is the perfect caffeine-free alternative to black tea! Why not have a cup
of Rooibos tea now?
Visit our Rooibos Tea section at
http://www.teaworld.co.uk/rooibos-teas.php
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