I absolutely have come to love Rooibos Tea. I must say that at the first, I was a bit taken aback by it’s very different flavor. However, the more rooibos I drank, the more I loved it, and now am of the opinion the tea tastes as if I am drinking sunshine and flowers.
Some of the benefits in drinking Rooibos Tea are listed below:
- Acts as an antioxidant and increases SOD levels
- Prevents DNA damage
- Cardiovascular protection through ACE inhibition
- Suppresses fasting glucose levels
- Improves glucose uptake and insulin secretion after a meal
- Aids in liver tissue regeneration
- Lowers blood pressure
- Acts as a bronchodilator and antispasmodic
- Inhibits lipid peroxidation and brain aging
- Rooibos extract improves immune defects such as HIV
A good article about Rooibos Teas can be found here: Rooibos Tea
I am very glad that my local grocery store carries this tea. Not only is it delicious, but it has multiple health benefits.
In South Africa we all grow up with Rooibos Tea, and even give it to our babies to drink as it is so healthy. Glad you enjoy it.
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