Rosy outlook for Rooibos
All over the world, people are increasingly looking for healthy food – hence the growing interest in Rooibos.
What are the origins of the infusion we know as Rooibos tea?
The SA Rooibos Council commissioned historian Boris Gorelik to investigate historical records on the earliest usage of the Rooibos plant (Aspalathus linearis) and the origins of the infusion known as Rooibos tea.
How Rooibos can help to alleviate the symptoms of seasonal allergies
Prof Jonny Peter, Head of the Allergy and Immunology Unit at the University of Cape Town’s Lung Institute, told CapeTalk’s #WeekendBreakfast host Africa Melane about the studies they are conducting to determine the impact of Rooibos on allergic inflammation. Laboratory studies have shown Rooibos has a positive effect on allergy-prone cells.
Rooibos – a uniquely South African story
This blog on the MyKitchen website provides a beautiful overview of the Rooibos story – from how it became part of the tea-drinking culture in the Cederberg region during the 19th century to finding ways to germinate Rooibos seeds in the 1930s.
Survey reveals how South Africans enjoy Rooibos the most
In August this year, the SA Rooibos Council (SARC) sent out its Heritage Month Survey to 1 000 South Africans from diverse cultures and ages to determine how the consumption of uniquely South African Rooibos has changed in recent years.
How tea has empowered women through the ages
For centuries, drinking tea has played a central role in the lives of women across the globe. Women like British born Mary Tuke (1725-72) was among the first tea merchants to build a chain of tea stores.
Heatstruck? Science explains why drinking a cup of hot Rooibos is a healthier way to cool down this summer
The scorching temperatures experienced in large parts of South Africa, could put many at risk of heat exhaustion or heat stroke. Babies, children and the elderly are particularly sensitive to the heat.
Survey: South Africans Happiest When Spending Time With Loved Ones And Sipping Tea
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on our lives. It has fundamentally changed the way we live, dress, work and interact with each other.
‘Rooibos’ authenticity and quality becomes fully visible for European and global consumers, with benefits for South Africa producers and rural communities
In a world-first for African food, the European Commission has approved the registration of the designation ‘Rooibos’/’Red Bush’ in its register of protected designations of origin and protected geographical indications where it joins Champagne, Irish Whiskey, Porto, Queso Manchego and other iconic products already registered.
Drinking Rooibos could help team SA bring home the gold
As the excitement continues to mount in the countdown to the Tokyo Olympic Games, athletes will have trialled numerous dietary supplements to give them a competitive edge in the hope to set new records and bring home the gold.
