And they choose based on that one criteria. But there is more to teas and tisanes than caffeine content!
Consider this recent research on two of our most popular, healthiest brews: Honeybush and Rooibos. They are more than just "caffeine-free." They are also chock full of minerals and electrolytes, contain high levels of antioxidants, very low levels of tannins -- and are delicious.
Ducky Life Tea offers: Mona's South African Honeybush, Tony's Rooibos Lime Blend -- and the season sip, Penelope's Pumpkin Rooibos Pleasure. Try one today.
Mineral Content of Honeybush
|
Nutrients |
Function in Body |
Per 240 ml |
|
Iron (Fe) |
Essential for transport of oxygen in the blood |
0.3mg |
|
Potassium (K) |
Necessary for metabolic processes |
0.01mg |
|
Calcium (Ca) |
Necessary for strong teeth and bones |
1.09mg |
|
Copper (Cu) |
Necessary for different metabolic processes |
0.003mg |
|
Zinc (Zn) |
Necessary for normal growth and development and healthy skin |
0.015mg |
|
Magnesium (Mg) |
Necessary for healthy nervous system and for other metabolic processes |
0.002mg |
|
Manganese (Mn) |
Necessary for metabolic processes and for bone growth and development |
0.11mg |
|
Sodium (Na) |
Necessary for fluid and acid-base balance |
1.5mg |
|
Nutrients |
Function in Body |
Per 200 ml |
|
Iron (Fe) |
Essential for transport of oxygen in the blood |
0.07mg |
|
Potassium (K) |
Necessary for metabolic processes |
7.12mg |
|
Calcium (Ca) |
Necessary for strong teeth and bones |
1.09mg |
|
Copper (Cu) |
Necessary for different metabolic processes |
0.07mg |
|
Zinc (Zn) |
Necessary for normal growth and development and healthy skin |
0.04mg |
|
Magnesium (Mg) |
Necessary for healthy nervous system and for other metabolic processes |
1.57mg |
|
Flouride (F) |
Necessary for healthy teeth and bones |
0.22mg |
|
Manganese (Mn) |
Necessary for metabolic processes and for bone growth and development |
0.04mg |
|
Sodium (Na) |
Necessary for fluid and acid-base balance |
6.16mg |
Source: Mineral Content of Rooibos Tea. (2011). Herbal Teas International [Retrieved] 5/18/2011
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