Aspalathus linearis
Aspalathus linearis (Burm.f.) R.Dahlgren
## Rooibos
Caffeine-free herbal tea. Treats allergies, eczema, colic, digestive upset. Antioxidant.
- Traditional Use
- Caffeine-free herbal tea. Treats allergies, eczema, colic, digestive upset. Antioxidant.
- Chemical Constituents
- Polyphenols (aspalathin, nothofagin), flavonoids, caffeic acid, trace minerals.
- Preparation Method
- Infusion: 1-2 tsp per cup, steep 5-10 min. Hot or iced.
- Dosage / Administration
- 3-6 cups daily. Extract: 200-500mg daily.
- Safety Notes
- Very safe. Caffeine-free, low tannins. Suitable for all ages.
- References
- Joubert & de Beer (2011). South African Journal of Botany.
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