The first mentions of Rooibos tea refer to 1772year And recognition in European countries received a healing drink only in the middle of the 20th century, and still wins the hearts of tea connoisseurs. Rooibos is a representative of the legume family. It grows only in the conditions of the South African climate in the form of a shrub that has long red branches and thin needle-like leaves.
Description
The composition of the rooibos tea is truly unique.According to the content of vitamins and minerals, it can be compared with food additives. By production, the leaves of the plant are collected, which after processing take on a green or reddish-brick color. To get rooibos green tea, the leaves are steamed immediately after harvest, thus stopping the fermentation process. When brewing, a light-colored drink with a delicate herbal flavor is produced. In the process of producing red tea, the leaves are dried in the sun, and after brewing, the rooibos takes on a reddish tinge and acquires a sweetish taste.
Antioxidant is of great value.properties of rooibos, especially its green varieties. Thanks to these qualities, neutralization of the negative effects of free radicals on DNA occurs, which stops the aging processes, the development of cardiovascular diseases, the appearance of oncological formations.
The drink contains an excess of essential vitamins and such useful trace elements as potassium, calcium, zinc, iron, magnesium, copper, sodium and manganese.
Rooibos tea has excellent bactericidalproperties. Due to the presence of natural tetracycline in its composition, compresses and lotions with tea are effective in treating skin diseases, irritations, eczema, dermatitis.
Roybush improves digestion, appliesas an expectorant and antihelminthic, strengthens blood vessels, normalizes blood pressure. Due to the high content of nutrients, trace elements and minerals, it is recommended to include it in the diet of athletes.
В напитке присутствует глюкоза, которая helps to restore strength, has a beneficial effect on the nervous system, protecting it from over-stimulation, and also prevents insomnia. Rooibos tea is recommended to drink with frequent headaches, nervous disorders, depressions, irritability, and allergic reactions.
Due to the absence of caffeine in the structure of the drinkIt has a beneficial effect on people diagnosed with hypertension. In addition, Rooibos tea almost does not contain oxalic acid, so it can be safely used in any quantities to people who have a tendency to the formation of kidney stones.
Brewing and use
To prepare a drink, take an ordinary kettlefor welding (porcelain, earthenware or clay). A small amount of dry leaves must be filled with boiling water and allowed to brew for at least five minutes. For greater effect and better extraction, the teapot can be put in a hot oven or microwave. With the help of prolonged languor, the beneficial properties will only increase, and this is the main difference between rooibos and traditional tea, the potential of which is lost during additional heat treatment.
Due to the fact that tea leaves have highdensity, repeated brewing is possible, which will only enhance the nutritional and taste qualities of the drink. The optimal dose is one two spoons per cup.
The fact that tea contains a small amount of tannin is not a contraindication and cannot serve as a basis for refusing to take it. In general, to date, no side effects have been identified.
Rooibos is a great tool for keeping your body in top shape.
