| Honeybush | |
| Botanical Classification | Cyclopia |
| Constituents | Polyphenols, pinitol, antioxidants (xanthones, flavanones), iron, potassium, calcium, copper, zinc, magnesium, manganese, sodium |
| Properties | Expectorant, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antiplatelet, immune-modulatory, antimutagenic, metabolic |
| Internal Uses | Beneficial for the treatment of: Diabetes type 2, coughs, flu, indigestion, IBD & Crohn’s disease. Aids digestion and stimulates appetite. Beneficial for heart and vascular health, increases good cholesterol. Antioxidants prevent cell damage. Strengthens immune system. May ease symptoms of menopause. Protects against ageing, increases skin elasticity. |
| External Uses | Filter into a hot bath |
| Other | Use in soap, cream and candle making. Honeybush is caffeine free |
| Preparation | Pour 1 cup of boiling water over 1 teaspoon of herb. Cover and infuse for 5-10 mins. Strain and drink 2-3 times per day. Hot compress: Put 1-2 teaspoons of herb into a facecloth, wrap and dip into ½ a cup of boiling water for 5 minutes. Allow to cool enough not to burn the skin, squeeze excess water from the facecloth and apply to affected area. |
| Safety and Precaution |
If unsure consult a health practitioner before use |
| Flavour profile & Suggested Blends |
Sweet, floral, full bodied, honey and woody
Lovely alone or with many other herbs and extra delight in your blends, including Jasmine, Chamomile & Moringa |
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Honeybush Tea
R65,00
This fantastic cousin of Rooibos is so named because of it’s sweet honey flavour! Honeybushs’ benefits reach from the depths of your bones to the outer layers of your skin. Repairing cellular damage with its anti-oxidants, it may also be used to manage and treat type 2 diabetes
100g
Availability: 5 in stock (can be backordered)
| Weight | 0,065 kg |
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| Dimensions | 9 × 5 × 12,5 cm |
