Rooibos Council

Rooibos Council The South African Rooibos Council (SARC) is an independent organisation which promotes rooibos and its attributes to the public.

SARC also protects the interests of the rooibos consumer and that of SARC stakeholders; and supports various rooibos-related

“Consistency isn’t built in big moments. It’s built in the small ones you don’t skip.”A cup of Rooibos is one of those m...
30/03/2026

“Consistency isn’t built in big moments. It’s built in the small ones you don’t skip.”

A cup of Rooibos is one of those moments.

Rooibos has been studied not just for how it tastes, but for how it interacts with metabolism and blood sugar control.Sc...
26/03/2026

Rooibos has been studied not just for how it tastes, but for how it interacts with metabolism and blood sugar control.

Scientific lab studies and reviews suggest Rooibos may support healthy blood sugar levels, partly due to the effects of flavonoids like aspalathin.

That doesn’t mean it’s a cure-all. But paired with a balanced lifestyle, Rooibos could be a tasty way to support your body’s natural processes over time. 🌿🧠

24/03/2026

Rooibos comes from the Cederberg, a rugged mountain region with hot summers, cold winters, rocky soil, and very little rainfall.

It’s a landscape that doesn’t make growing anything easy, and that’s exactly why Rooibos is so closely tied to it.

These conditions can’t be replicated elsewhere, which is why Rooibos only grows here. Shaped by the land, the climate, and generations of local knowledge, it’s a product of a place that demands patience and resilience from everything that lives there.

Rooibos isn’t old-school.It’s just been around long enough to prove itself.New routines.New creators.New ways to enjoy i...
20/03/2026

Rooibos isn’t old-school.
It’s just been around long enough to prove itself.

New routines.
New creators.
New ways to enjoy it.

Same roots, with the same heart.

18/03/2026

Did you know Rooibos contains unique antioxidants that researchers have studied for effects on heart health and oxidative stress?

Rooibos is rich in compounds like aspalathin and nothofagin, which have been shown in scientific studies to help support healthy lipid profiles and reduce oxidative damage.

These are two key factors in cardiovascular health. Research also suggests Rooibos can boost your body’s antioxidant status, helping fight inflammation at the cellular level.

We’re still learning more through human studies, but early results point to real benefits beyond flavour. ☕💚

Let’s take Rooibos out of the mug for a moment.This week’s challenge is simple: use brewed Rooibos as an ingredient! In ...
16/03/2026

Let’s take Rooibos out of the mug for a moment.

This week’s challenge is simple: use brewed Rooibos as an ingredient!

In oats, rice, baking, marinades, sauces, or even just to soak something warm and comforting.

No recipes to follow and no right way to do it, just curiosity and a familiar flavour showing up somewhere new 🍲☕

If you try it, share what you made and tag us. We’re collecting ideas, not judging them.

“It always seems impossible until it’s done.”- Nelson MandelaSome things don’t need to rush or prove themselves.They jus...
13/03/2026

“It always seems impossible until it’s done.”
- Nelson Mandela

Some things don’t need to rush or prove themselves.
They just keep showing up, one day at a time. ☕🌿

📢 Listen up, we know that Rooibos is not: - Matcha- A super shot- Asking to be postedAnd somehow… it’s still here.Still ...
11/03/2026

📢 Listen up, we know that Rooibos is not:
- Matcha
- A super shot
- Asking to be posted

And somehow… it’s still here.
Still relevant.
Still showing up.

💪 Longevity is a flex.

09/03/2026

Here’s the thing.
Consistency beats intensity every time.

You don’t need a perfect routine, nor a list of wellness hacks.

3 cups of Rooibos in a day is already a win.

Low effort and easy to repeat.
That’s how habits actually stick.

🧬 Recent research shows how the unique compounds in Rooibos interact with the brain under mental strain, especially in h...
07/03/2026

🧬 Recent research shows how the unique compounds in Rooibos interact with the brain under mental strain, especially in high-focus, high-distraction environments.

What does that mean in normal terms?
Rooibos isn’t just cultural.
It’s being studied in relation to modern cognitive load.

An ancient plant, with very current research.

The future of Rooibos isn’t just tradition.
It’s data-backed.

Which Rooibos era are you in right now?🧋 Iced Rooibos in a bottle☕ Classic mug, no extras🍋 Lemon + honey situation🥤 Forg...
05/03/2026

Which Rooibos era are you in right now?

🧋 Iced Rooibos in a bottle
☕ Classic mug, no extras
🍋 Lemon + honey situation
🥤 Forgot it steeping, still drinking it

No judgement. Pick your fighter.

Leave your choice below!

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Pniel
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Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
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