Rooibos Tea
Rooibos (pronounced roy-boss from the South African phrase
for "Red Bush") is found in only one area of the
world: the Cedarberg region of South Africa, about 250km
north of Cape Town.
The Indigenous Khoi and San tribes of the area are believed
to have discovered the process used to convert the needle-like
leaves of the Aspalatus linearis, a leguminious shrub, into
a refreshing drink.
After harvest, the needles are drenched with water and bruised.
They are then left to ferment for eight to twenty-four hours.
When the fermentation period is complete the Rooibos is set
to dry in the sun. The final stages involve sifting and sorting
to allow the material to be separated and graded.
The whole process creates a product that is completely pure
and natural that contains no additives, preservatives or colourants.
Steeped Rooibos is a naturally sweet rich red coloured drink
that is virtually caffeine and stimulant free.
Rooibos is also a very versatile beverage.Rooibos
can be brewed as a tea and served hot or cold as "tea",
iced tea, punch or soft drinks. Rooibos can also be used
in baking
.
Rooibos - a unique South African tradition *Rooibos is
a natural product that contains no additives, preservatives
or colourants.
- Rooibos is naturally caffeine free.
- Rooibos contains natural calorie free sweeteners.
- Rooibos is low in harmful tannin and therefore does
not have a negative effect on the absorption of iron in
the body.
- Rooibos contains powerful antioxidants that fight free
radicals (a by-product of normal cell ,function), which
weaken the body's natural defences and lead to ageing,
the declining of the immune system and the onset of a
wide variety of diseases.
- Contains bioflavinoids
- Rooibos contains iron, potassium and copper - minerals
which are essential for several metabolic functions.
- Rooibos also supplements the daily amounts of calcium,
manganese and especially fluoride, needed for the development
of strong teeth and bones.
- Rooibos contains zinc and alpha hydroxy acid, which
promote a healthy skin.
- Rooibos contains magnesium - necessary for a healthy
nervous system.
- Rooibos can be recommended for people suffering from
headaches, disturbed sleeping patterns, nervous tension,
mild depression or hypertension, as it contains no caffeine
and has a soothing effect on the central nervous system.
- Rooibos has anti-spasmodic properties, and can be said
to relieve stomach cramps and colic in infants.
- Rooibos may benefit in the management of allergies such
as hay fever and asthma.
- Rooibos has a soothing effect on the skin, relieving
itching and certain skin irritations such as eczema, rashes
and acne when directly applied to the affected area.
Selection may be subject to availability. Please call ahead to confirm.
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