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About Red Bush or Rooibos
Red Bush, gaining popularity here in the U.S., comes from South Africa which has no caffeine and lots of vitamins and minerals with many health benefits. Rooibos (Afrikans word translated to mean “red bush” tea and pronounced “Royboss”) originates from the Aspalathus linoraris plant from the Cederberg Mountains in the Western Cape region of South Africa. In 1904, the Russian immigrant Benjamin Ginsberg witnessed the preparation of Red Bush and began marketing it in South Africa. In 1930, the physician and botanist Dr. Peter la Fras Nortier, together with local farmers, developed methods of cultivation.
Since then, Dr. Hiroshi Maeda, the internationally famous scientist in the study of the effect of active oxygen and super radicals on organisms, at the Department of Medicine of the University of Kumanota, Japan, conducted research studies that proved Red Bush contains far more antioxiation action which works to neutralize active oxygen than any other drink. The research shows that Red Bush has more antioxidant action than green tea. The longer you brew it, the more antioxidant qualities. The recommended brewing time is 4-10 minutes for a delicious cup of Red Bush.
Read about the Health Benefits of Red Bush |
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Healthful Benefits of Rooibos or Red Bush
The Red Bush infusion tastes much like tea, but is 100% caffeine free and is found to be rich in vital minerals and Vitamin C. It is popular among athletes as it is a rich source of depleted minerals after a workout. Three grams of Red Bush in 8 ounces of water contain: 1.09 mg. of calcium, 0.22 mg of fluoride, 0.07 mg of iron, .04mg of manganese, 1.57 mg of magnesium, 7.12 mg of potassium, 6.16 mg of sodium and 0.04 mg of zinc. Red Bush is also very low in tannins, which are said to inhibit the absorption of protein and iron. This quality keeps it from tasting bitter.
Red Bush can strongly be recommended for people suffering from irritability, headaches, disturbed sleeping patterns, insomnia, nervous tension, mild depression or hypertension, as it contains no caffeine and has a soothing effect on the central nervous system.
Although Red Bush is not a cure for acute diseases, its healing properties seem well proven and go beyond those of other herbal remedies. It has been beneficial for those who have stomach and indigestive problems like nausea, vomiting, heartburn, stomach ulcers and constipation. It has anti-spasmodic properties, relieving stomach cramps and colic. It contains no oxalic acid and can be drunk freely by people suffering from kidney stones.
One of the most reported benefits has been in the management of allergies like hayfever, asthma, and eczema. It has a soothing effect on the skin when directly applied, giving relief for diaper rash and other skin irritations. As a bonus, Red Bush tastes so good that it is a treat as much as it is a health beverage.
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