Monday, July 6, 2009

Why Rooibos?

Rooibos is completely pure and natural as it contains no additives, preservatives or colourants.

Rooibos is naturally caffeine free.

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.

Rooibos can be strongly recommended for people suffering with 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.

Stomach and indigestive problems such as nausea, vomiting, heartburn, stomach ulcers and constipation can also be relieved by drinking caffeine free Rooibos.

Rooibos has anti-spasmodic properties, and can be used to relieve stomach cramps and colic in infants.

Rooibos is of benefit in the management of allergies such as hayfever and asthma.

Rooibos has a soothing effect on the skin, relieving itching and certain skin irritations such as eczema, nappy rash and acne when directly applied to the affected area.

Rooibos contains natural kilojoule (calorie) free sweeteners, and it is therefore a soothing drink for people on a kilojoule (calorie) restricted diet.

Rooibos is low in harmful tannin and therefore does not have a negative effect on the absorption of iron in the body.

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.

As Rooibos contains no oxalic acid it can be drunk freely by people suffering from kidney stones.

Rooibos is an excellent thirst-quencher.


Source: www.rooibosltd.co.za