Rooibos tea (also referred to as red bush or red tea) is a concentrated source of antioxidants and flavonoids. In fact, Rooibos tea has been found to have as much as 50 times more Superoxide Dismutase (SOD) than Green Tea. It also has other antioxidants not found in other teas like aspalathin and nothofagin. It is naturally mineral rich, caffeine free and has low tannin levels compared to black and green teas.

Drinking organic rooibos tea has number of health benefits. Traditional medicinal uses of rooibos in South Africa include alleviating nervous tension, infantile colic, allergies, asthma and digestive problems. When applied externally rooibos can be helpful for a number of skin irritations like itchy skin, eczema, sunburns, diaper rash, acne and rosocea. The alpha hydroxy acid and zinc contained in Rooibos Tea promotes healthy, smooth skin. Studies suggest rooibos has potent antioxidant, immune-modulating and chemopreventive effects. In addition, rooibos tea has not been found to have any adverse effects. This is a loose tea blend.

Suggested Use: Steep 1 1/2 teaspoons of loose tea per cup in boiling water for 7 - 10 minutes. Rooibos does not become bitter if steeped for a long time.

Botanical Name: Asplathus Linearis.

Origin: South Africa