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In this newsletter, we share news from the South African Rooibos Council with you about the fact that Rooibos might be able to alleviate nasal allergies. You can read the full story below to learn more about what extensive research into this topic has revealed.
If you are looking to prepare a hearty meal at home as the country braces for the final stretches of winter, you can look forward to a recipe for a butternut, Rooibos and lentil cottage pie we found and shared with you below.
Furthermore, we also share a podcast with you in which an academic shares insight into the facts relating to how Rooibos can aid athletes, especially when it comes to post-exercise recovery.
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According to the latest press release by the South African Rooibos Council, for many South Africans that suffer from allergies, Rooibos (Aspalathus linearis) has been a welcome remedy but up till now, evidence has been scant to support this notion.
Local researchers from the University of Cape Town are now examining the extent to which Rooibos tea can provide relief for those plagued by runny, stuffy noses and itchy eyes. Previous allergy studies have investigated the effects of Rooibos in a laboratory on different cell types (in vitro – outside a living organism), and these have shown some promise.
Bioflavonoids, such as rutin and quercetin, that are found in Rooibos, could relieve itchy eyes and a runny nose. Quercetin can block the release of histamine from mast cells, and this may be why it could reduce symptoms.
Click here to read more.
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Met die olimpiese spele het dit duidelik geword dat Rooibostee baie voordele vir atlete inhou. Een van die vernaamste voordele is dat Rooibos help om die herstelproses na ‘n persoon geoefen het, te versnel.
In ‘n onlangse onderhoud wat op Radio Sonder Grense (RSG) uitgesaai is, gesels Prof. Marnewick van die Kaapse Skiereiland Universiteit vir Tegnologie hieroor en die magdom navorsing wat tans oor die voordele van Rooibos vir sportpersone gedoen word.
Luister die potgooi van hierdie onderhoud om meer uit te vind.
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In a recent article on BuzzFeeg, Rooibos was mentioned as one of the most outstanding teas in the world. The authors largely cited the many health properties of this South African shrub as the leading reasons why people around the world are preferring Rooibos above other alternatives.
Rooibos comprises chemical compounds distinctive to vegetation known as flavonoids, that are responsible for its antioxidant properties. Antioxidants assist in combating the damaging results of free radicals in our bodies. Having antioxidants in our food regimen places us at a lower risk for contracting age-related degenerative ailments and most cancers.
In the article, a range of well-known and newly discovered benefits are thoroughly discussed. It is well worth the read if you are looking to find out more about Rooibos.
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Looking for a delicious, hearty meal you can prepare at home as South Africa braves the last stretches of winter? Give this easy recipe for butternut, Rooibos and lentil cottage pie a try!
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Ingredients:
- 4 tsp (20 ml) olive or canola oil
- 500 g lean beef or ostrich mince
- 2 onions, chopped
- 2 carrots, peeled and chopped
- 250 g mushrooms, chopped
- 2 tsp (10 ml) dried mixed herbs
- 1 tsp (5 ml) ground coriander
- 2 tsp (10 ml) mild mustard
- 1 x 410 g tin chopped tomatoes
- 1/2 cup (125 ml) strong Rooibos tea
- 1/2 cup (125 ml) uncooked red lentils
- lemon juice and black pepper to taste
- 750 g butternut, peeled and cubed
- 1/4 tsp (1,2 ml) salt
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Method:
1. Heat half the oil in a large saucepan and fry the mince until brown. Spoon out.
2. Heat remaining oil in the same pan and fry onions, carrots and mushrooms until soft. Add mixed herbs, coriander, mustard, mince and tomatoes. Reduce the heat and simmer over low heat, with a lid, for 20 minutes.
3. Add tea and lentils and simmer with the lid for another 15- 20 minutes or until lentils are soft. Season well with lemon juice and pepper.
4. Preheat the oven to 200 ˚C. Meanwhile, place butternut and salt in a pot with ¾ cup (180 ml) water. Bring to a boil.
5. Reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes or until just soft. Drain well and lightly mash or crush with a fork. Season with lemon juice and black pepper.
6. Spoon mince mixture into an oven dish, spread butternut on top in an even layer. Bake for about 20 minutes or until golden brown and heated through.
Serve with green veggies like pan-fried or steamed broccoli and baby marrows, seasoned with fresh herbs and lemon juice or fill your plate with a tomato salad.
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Click here to read the full recipe online.
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