The SA Rooibos Council (SARC) will invest a further R3m this year to commission additional research into rooibos’ health-enhancing properties.
Already known for its myriad of health benefits, most of the research done on rooibos has been limited to laboratory work and animal studies. The next tranche of investment will enable researchers to build an even more solid foundation for human trials, and in some instances, to move forward with clinical studies.
Ernest du Toit, spokesperson of the SA Rooibos Council says since research on the Aspalathus Linearis plant was first conducted, science has proven its therapeutic ability to help prevent cancer, protect the liver and heart against disease, boost the immune system, reduce hypertension, relieve allergies and thwart the effects of aging….more
