Rooibos is an Asset for the Physically Active: Rooibos is believed to quickly replace sodium lost through sweating. The tea has also become a respectable alternative to cold refreshments for sportsmen, manual workers or other people who suffer under high physical strain, due to the proportion of mineral nutrients and micro nutrients in Rooibos. Rooibos helps to Prevent Cancer: Flavonoids in Rooibos work as antioxidants - a major protagonist in preventing cancer, as well as in slowing down its progress. Research found that, as a major cause of cancer is damage of the genetic material, the rising level of glutathione associated with Rooibos tea could prevent genetic damages from happening. Due to a polyphenic-rich extract in Rooibos, this indicates potential for use in cosmeceuticals for sun protection and as part of a strategy for preventing non-melanoma skin cancers in humans. Rooibos boosts your Immune System: Scientists believe that antioxidants in Rooibos significantly elevate antioxidant levels in blood, boosting the body’s internal defence system against disease. Antioxidants protect the body from the harmful effects of free radicals. Rooibos helps to slow the Ageing Process Studies show that the tea could possibly slow the ageing process, including the progression of dementia. Lowers Risk of Heart Disease Researchers also found that biomarkers associated with cardiovascular disease significantly reduced by drinking Rooibos tea Rooibos may control Diabetes A study in Japan found that aspalathin in Rooibos tea helped to improve the glucose uptake of muscle cells in type 2 diabetes, thus helping to maintain normal blood sugar levels. Rooibos helps fighting Allergies Rooibos can help to fight allergies by boosting the production of cytochrome P450, an important enzyme that helps to metabolise allergens. Japanese researchers found that when Rooibos is consumed regularly as a beverage, it helps to improve allergy status as a result of the increased levels of this enzyme in the body.
Posted on: Sat, 06 Jul 2013 14:27:40 +0000
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