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Nutritional Information
- What Rooibos can do for you - Caffeine |
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NUTRITIONAL
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NUTRIENTS
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FUNCTION
IN THE BODY
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PER
200ml
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Iron
(Fe)
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Essential
for transport of oxygen in the blood
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0,07mg
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Potassium
(K)
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Necessary
for metabolic functions
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7,12mg
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Copper
(Cu)
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Necessary
for certain metabolic processes
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0,07mg
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Calcium
(Ca)
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Necessary
for strong teeth and bones
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1,09mg
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Manganese
(Mn)
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Necessary
for metabolic processes and for bone growth and
development
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0,04mg
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Fluoride
(F)
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Necessary
for healthy teeth and bones
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0,22mg
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Zinc
(Zn)
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Necessary
for normal growth and development and a healthy skin
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0,04mg
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Magnesium
(Mg)
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Necessary
for a healthy nervous system and for other metabolic
processes
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1,57mg
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Sodium
(Na)
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Necessary
for fluid and acid-base balance
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6,16mg
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| Nutritionists
recommend that daily meal choices be selected from the
three basic food groups, namely: Body Building (protein), Energy
(breads and cereals), and Protective (fruits and vegetables).
These form the basis of a balanced diet, which should be
supplemented by the intake
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of
sufficient fluids - at least six to eight glasses per day. Rooibos
can be enjoyed in unlimited quantities as part of this daily fluid
intake, as it contains no harmful additives. In addition, the
mineral content of Rooibos contributes to the maintenance of
healthy skin, teeth, bones and metabolic processes.
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WHAT
ROOIBOS CAN DO FOR YOU
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Medical
science is only beginning to discover
the many health advantages of Rooibos. Ongoing research and case
studies confirm there seems to be no end to its benefits.
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• Rooibos
is naturally caffeine-free.
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Rooibos is completely pure and natural.
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Rooibos contains no additives, preservatives or colorants.
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Rooibos
is low in harmful tannin and therefore does not have a
negative effect on the
absorption of iron in the body.
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Rooibos can strongly be recommended for people suffering from
irritability, headaches, disturbed sleeping patterns,
insomnia, nervous tension, mild depression or hypertension, as
it contains no caffeine and has a soothing effect on the
central nervous system.
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Stomach and indigestive problems such as nausea, vomiting,
heartburn, stomach ulcers and constipation can be relieved by
drinking Rooibos.
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Since Rooibos contains no oxalic acid it can be drunk freely
by people suffering from kidney stones.
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Rooibos is of benefit in the management of allergies such as hay fever, asthma and eczema.
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Rooibos has a soothing effect on the skin, relieving itching
and certain skin irritations such as eczema, nappy rash and
acne when directly applied to the affected area.
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Rooibos contains natural calorie-free sweeteners, and is
therefore a soothing drink for people on a calorie-restricted
diet.
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Rooibos has anti-spasmodic properties, thus relieving stomach
cramps and colic in infants.
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Rooibos is an all-day drink which can be used as a pick-me-up in
the morning, a superb thirst-quencher during the day, and at
night it helps you to relax and sleep well.
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Rooibos is rich in anti-oxidants, preventing damage caused by free radicals.
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Rooibos combats iron depletion during pregnancy and breast-feeding. |
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CAFFEINE
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Caffeine has no nutritional value and therefore coffee, tea or cola
beverages cannot replace nutritional food or drinks.
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Although caffeine does not cause stomach ulcers it can aggravate
existing ulcers, since more gastric juices are secreted after the
ingestion of caffeine.
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Pregnant women metabolize caffeine slower than other adults. The
caffeine enters the bloodstream of the unborn baby, quickening its
heartbeat and possibly also impairing its development.
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Caffeine causes high blood pressure and irregular heartbeat in sensitive
individuals. It is important therefore that people suffering from heart
conditions discuss their caffeine intake with their doctors.
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There is also a possible link in some cases between the excessive intake
of caffeine and cancer of the ovaries, bladder, large intestine and
pancreas.
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