Rooibos is Naturally Caffeine Free

For some years we have been warned against the stimulating effects of too much caffeine (found in regular tea and coffee) in the diet.

High doses of caffeine, a powerful stimulant of the central nervous and cardio-vascular systems, can cause insomnia, anxiety, tremors and abnormally rapid heart action.

Rooibos Contains Essential Minerals

The fast-moving pace of modern life depletes our bodies of essential minerals such as calcium, potassium, magnesium, iron, zinc and sodium, as well as trace elements - copper and manganese.

Rooibos contains all these minerals, as well as fluoride, vital for healthy bones and teeth.

Rooibos as an Anti-Spasmodic

The soothing effect of Rooibos on babies was first discovered by a Clanwilliam nursing sister, and it is now widely used as a milk substitute for infants who are prone to colic.

Rooibos' anti-spasmodic and anti-allergic benefits have been ascribed mainly to quercetin, one of the main flavonoids in Rooibos.

Rooibos as an Antioxidant

Foodstuffs containing free radical fighting antioxidants such as vitamins C and E, and flavonoids, are vital for their role in the battle against conditions such as cancer, cardio-vascular disease and ageing.

Rooibos is particularly rich in flavonoids, and laboratory studies have shown that the antioxidant activity of Rooibos is similar to that of black and green tea. Other flavonoids have been identified, and research into their many health benefits is still being carried out.

Rooibos and General Health

The antioxidants in Rooibos, as well as its mineral content, have a significantly beneficial effect on general health.  Drinking Rooibos daily may:

Human study proves Rooibos Antioxidant Potency

A human study with 15 healthy volunteers proved for the first time that the antioxidants in Rooibos are potent enough to measurably elevate the antioxidant levels in blood, thereby boosting the body’s internal defense systems against disease. The effect peaks about one hour after drinking 500 ml Rooibos tea. This research paper by Italian researchers entitled Unfermented and fermented rooibos teas (Aspalathus linearis) increase plasma total antioxidant capacity in healthy humans appeared in Food Chemistry. It enjoyed wide media coverage: