Japanese and German studies validate rooibos’ health properties

Important scientific evidence that supports some of the health benefits associated with rooibos tea has emerged from studies in Japan and Germany.

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NEWS

Sensory Wheels for SA Rooibos Teas: Putting a New Spin on Quality



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Top News

Dutch Researchers Show The Potential Of Rooibos To Inhibit Rotavirus

A group of Dutch researchers has demonstrated, for the first time, that Rooibos tea has strong antiviral activity against rotaviruses that cause serious infections, often with fatal consequences.

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Rooibos tea could be a good way to prevent kids overheating

As children go back to school for the last term, warmer weather means mothers packing lunchboxes should give some thought to hydration.

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Member News

Latest findings on polyphenols and antioxidants in Rooibos

Stellenbosch, 28 August 2012

In a three-year study supported by the SA Rooibos Council (2009 – 2011) Prof Lizette Joubert and her team at the Nietvoorbij Research Institute of Agricultural Research Council looked at the variation in phenolic content and antioxidant activity of fermented Rooibos tea, and how this is affected by different production seasons and quality grades.

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SARC Newsletter June 2012

newsletter-jun-2012 coverThis is the 3rd edition of the South African Rooibos Council’s Newsletter – a tool to keep our members and stakeholders up to date on developments in the industry, specifically the activities of the Council.

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