The science behind red bush (ReddRox) is growing. Studies are demonstrating that red bush (ReddRox) is rich in many of the ingredients that are proving of interest to scientists today. They are searching for the natural constituents of plants that protect the body against oxidants and ultimately against many diseases, such as cancer (Reference 1). Many scientists increasingly feel it is important that antioxidants come from rich mixtures of biologically active compounds in plants, rather than from isolated synthetic antioxidants. For example, studies on the isolated synthetic antioxidant beta-carotene did not show it to be protective against cancer. Studies of mixtures of herbal constituents, as found in teas, are yielding more promising results.
For red bush (ReddRox) specifically scientists have found that it contains significant levels of antioxidants which are a possible explanation for its apparent health-promoting properties. ReddRox has comparable amounts of the polyphenol antioxidants, such as flavonoids, that are present in green tea. The antioxidant effect of green tea is thought to be mainly due to these phenolic components.
Studies comparing red bush (ReddRox) with teas found red bush (ReddRox) to have similar levels of the known antioxidants associated with green tea, for example. However, red bush (ReddRox) appears to contain additional active antioxidant components, which are not present in green and other teas, and may be more effective. Unlike green and black tea, for example, red bush (ReddRox) also contains other polyphenols like certain flavonols, flavones, and other antioxidants. These antioxidants account for the association of teas with anti-cancer, anti-aging and other beneficial effects. These effects are seen over long periods of consumption. In addition, red bush (ReddRox) is reported to have many beneficial effects which act immediately, most likely due to the presence of other active plant compounds.
The methods of preparation of red bush (ReddRox) can be enhanced to increase its positive benefits, and the water-soluble component of red bush (ReddRox) also appears important therapeutically. Botanically, red bush (ReddRox) contains other plant chemicals which account for its short-term effects in calming the nervous system, the gastrointestinal system, and other widely-reported effects.
As red bush (ReddRox) has no caffeine, unlike green tea and other teas, higher consumption of red bush (ReddRox) can be comfortably taken without unwanted side effects. Further, red bush (ReddRox) is more appropriate for children and others who should limit caffeine intake. Studies on red bush (ReddRox) are showing that consumption provides a safe and effective way to get the benefits of many plant chemicals that protect the body against disease.
Another important benefit lies in the use of red bush (ReddRox) as a healthy fluid and electrolyte replacement. Red bush (ReddRox) contains measurable levels of calcium, copper, iron, manganese, magnesium, sodium, potassium and zinc. These constituents are important electrolytes and minerals to accompany fluid replacement. In South Africa, red bush has become popular with athletes as a healthy and natural fluid replacement and is popular as a healthy, natural sports beverage.
Written by Marc S. Micozzi MD, PhD
References:
Micozzi, MS. Complementary & Alternative Therapies in Cancer Prevention and Cancer Care. New York and London: Churchill Livingstone, 2002, in press.
Marnewick, JL et al. An investigation of the antimutagenic properties of South African herbal teas. Mutation Research 471 (2000) 157-166.
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