ROOIBOS TEA
Rooibos teas are a naturally sweet and sometimes nutty herbal tea made from the South African Red Bush and is often referred to as Red Tea or African Red Tea.One of the prime reasons that rooibos tea (also called "red tea" for its color) is gaining popularity quickly is because the tea's numerous health benefits.It has also gained much attention for clinical purposes in the case of nervous tension, allergies, dermatitis, and various digestive problems.
Rooibos is not like white tea or green tea, it doesn't come from the camellia sinesis plant.The rooibos tea processing method involves harvesting the red bush leaves, followed by grinding and bruising of the leaves. Then the rooibos is left to ferment and dried to yield a reddish brown needle-like tea. (Green rooibos is not fermented).
This tea is absolutely free from caffeine content and is also low in tannin. You can enjoy the relishing beverage all day long with no possible side effects.
ROOIBOS HEALTH BENEFITS.
- Protection against cancer - The antioxidants in rooibos tea have been shown to increase the productivity of carcinogen-detoxifying enzymes, as well as protecting cell proteins, cell fats, and DNA. Both rooibos and honeybush tea offer protection against one of the first steps in the potential onset of cancer: mutagenesis. This is the process whereby the genetic material (or DNA) of a cell is altered by excessive exposure to mutagens (cigarette smoke, sunlight or chemical substances such as hydrogen peroxide). This change in the DNA is known to be a major cause of cancer.Rooibos also increases the level of natural anti-oxidants in the liver,and stimulates the liver enzymes that metabolise (break down) carcinogens when they enter the body.
- Improvement of immune system - Rooibos tea's effective combination of antioxidants and important minerals gives your immune system a boost, which means that you'll be able to fight off any illnesses in an efficient manner.
- Reduction of insomnia, tension, headaches and irritability Rooibos tea is totally caffeine-free, therefore it is recommended by doctors for insomniacs. A cup of rooibos beverage just before going to bed can help you sleep better. By helping to normalize tea drinkers' sleep habits, rooibos often reduces headaches and irritability.
- Stronger bones and teeth - With high levels of antioxidants and minerals like manganese, fluoride and calcium, rooibos tea promotes good bone growth and structure, and helps to keep teeth nice and strong.
- Relief from colic and stomach cramps - Rooibos tea is sometimes called "the mother's miracle" because its antioxidants makes the tea an anti-spasmodic agent, which relieves stomach cramps and lessens colic in infants. Just mix this natural, decaffeinated beverage with milk and your baby will soon stop suffering from stomach pain and sleep easily.
- Good for Skin: The alpha hydroxyl acid and zinc contents in red tea are best for skin. You can also try applying some red tea powder directly to the skin to relieve acne, pimples, sunburns or related skin conditions.
- Allergies: In many parts of South Africa, red tea is used as an effective curative to treat allergies like eczema, hay fever and allergicbronchitis.
- Slows Aging: The anti-oxidants present in rooibos tea slows down human aging process and also boost the immunity levels of human body.
Rooibos tea “top grade” (Ref. 17)Rooibos tea finely chopped, bruised and left to ferment in heaps. Lleft to dry in the African sun, where it changes from a vivid green to a deep mahogany red the unique color which Rooibos tea is known and adored.A very good caffeine-free alternative to tea for those seeking to eliminate caffeine intake
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Rooibos mint (Ref. 18)Rooibos tea carefully cut, no flavorings or additives. Quality "top grade" (maximum) according to the standard classification of Cederberg (Western Cape province) in Sudáfrica.Mint Rooibos is a refreshing and soothing caffeine-free blend of rich rooibos and cooling peppermint. Origin:Cederberg, Taste:With egyptian mint which gives a pleasant and refreshing aroma.No flavours added. Harvest:.Traditional. Brewing: Heat water to 100 º C. .Spill 2-4g of tea for every 30 cl of water. Leave approximately 1 minute to rest aprox.Waste this first brewing and do it again.You can brew it 1-2 times. |
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Rooibos tea Quillins cinnamon (Ref. 35)Expanding into an experience of wondrous warmth, this piquant blend of rooibos tea herbs, cinnamon and ginger conveys a sense of deep comfort. The botanicals in our Cinnamon Rooibos Tea together also create a rounded, lush elegance without any caffeine. This tea will send your tastebuds into overdrive. Goes well with pie and other desserts. |
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“Capetown” Rooibos with roses and other flowers (Ref. 38)Rooibos with two of the most aromatic flowers, lavender and rose petals, delicately flavoured to help you create that unique cup of tea.Enjoy an ancient tradition of "Capetown" city where rooibos was blend with natural flowers is a tradicional habit.No flavours added. Origin:Cederberg, several flowers. Taste: Rooibos taste with flowers mix aroma. Incredible tea that is amazing iced. Try it with a little honey or natural sugar. No flavours added. Harvest:.Traditional. Brewing: Heat water to 100 º C. .Spill 2-4g of tea for every 30 cl of water. Leave approximately 1 minute to rest aprox.Waste this first brewing and do it again.You can brew it 1-2 times. |
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Honeybush wild harvest (Ref. 131)The honeybush tea plant is easily recognized by its trifoliolate leaves and woody stems.It grows only in small areas in South Africa.Honeybush is so named because the flowers smell of honey and has a pleasant taste and flavour.Fermentated in a curing heap.Specially valuable for children and patients with digestive and heart problems where stimulants and tannins should be avoided. Origin:Cederberg, South Africa. Taste:The taste of honeybush tea is similar to that of rooibos but a little sweeter. Harvest:.Traditional. Brewing: Heat water to 100 º C. .Spill 2-4g of tea for every 30 cl of water. Leave approximately 1 minute to rest aprox.Waste this first brewing and do it again.You can brew it 1-2 times. |
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Green rooibos tea (Ref. 132)Researchers found that the green type of Rooibos had twice the amount of flavonoids and antioxidants than regular Rooibos.Once the thin needle-like leaves are harvested, they are broken, withered, and immediately steamed or baked. What this does is stop the fermentation process in the leaves which turns them the normal red color you see in regular Rooibos tea. Origin:Cederberg, Taste: The taste is different from red rooibos. Instead of having the usual sweet nutty taste, the green type of Rooibos tea has more traditional green tea characteristics and is more light and vegetal in taste. Harvest:.Traditional. Brewing:Heat water to 100 º C. Spill 2-4g of tea for every 30 cl of water. Leave approximately 1 minute to rest aprox.Waste this first brewing and do it again.You can brew it 1-2 times. |
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