Rooibos – Red, Red Tea


Updated 10/14/11 11:47 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 35 comments

Nutritional and Health Information on Rooibus Red Tea

Always on the lookout for a new cup of tea to enjoy, I have recently taken to drinking a cup of rooibos, pronounced Roy-boss, after dinner. Also known as red tea or bush tea, rooibos hails from South Africa and is not really a "tea," but an herbal tisane. High in antioxidants this tisane is a great dessert substitute. It is caffeine free so it won't keep you up past your bedtime, and it is Read more

Definition: Rooibos Tea


Updated 12/18/07 10:30 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 12 comments

Rooibos Tea

Rooibos is a naturally-decaffeinated and full-bodied tea that comes from a bright-green needled shrub in South Africa. When the needles are processed they turn red, and in Afrikaans, rooibos actually means red bush. Not only is rooibos low in tannins, but it has a strong aroma and is one of the most popular drinks in South Africa. In addition to tasting delicious and being an excellent source of Read more

What's Yummy This Week


Updated 03/17/12 3:15 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Top Food Stories March 10 to 16

For a fresh start, reach for these Greek yogurt mix-ins. These nine brews will change your mind about beer. From rooibos tea to rusks, build your own South African pantry. Everything you need to know about stir-frying at home. Take your bread-making skills to the next level by baking your own sourdough at home. Learn how to make Chipotle's spicy guacamole. Easy drinking: Redbreast Unblended Read more

Rainbow Cuisine: A South African Primer


Updated 03/13/12 6:55 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

South African Food

The cuisine that hails from South Africa is just as complex and multicultural as the country itself. Known as "rainbow cuisine," indigenous cookery and food from the many settlers in the country make up the broad spectrum of South African dishes. There are influences from as far as Malaysia to the Netherlands, and all come together to form a rich cuisine that is deeply loved. Generally speaking, Read more

Naturally Sweet Herbal Teas: No Sugar Required


Updated 05/20/11 8:00 PM · Posted by · 10 comments

Herbal Teas That Are Naturally Sweet

Sugar may be able to make something that tastes bitter seem delicious, but aside from that, it can wreak havoc on our bodies. Many people put spoonfuls of sugar into their morning cups of tea and coffee each day, without even knowing the health risks. There are lots of tips and tricks for decreasing your sugar intake, but one simple solution I've come across is swapping out your normal tea for a Read more

Ditch the Dippin' Dots For These Favorite Healthy Snacks


Updated 06/10/11 8:38 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Healthy Movie Snacks For the Summer

When temperatures heat up most of us flock to the movies (or stay indoors where it's air conditioned) for some refreshing down time. Traditional theater and TV snacks like popcorn, candy, ice cream, and chips can wreck your mindful eating habits, so we offered up some simple, nutritious, and satisfying snack ideas recently and asked readers to share their favorites. The suggestions are all Read more

How to Wean Yourself From Caffeine


Updated 10/14/11 11:51 AM · Posted by · 6 comments

A Painless Plan For Giving Up Coffee and Caffeine

Less than a quarter into an early morning solo bike ride this Summer, when the world was just waking up and the roads felt like they were mine and mine alone, I realized I could be home drinking coffee. I had headed out without my morning fix. So I turned around and rode home. That's when I realized I had a problem. My need for caffeine was keeping me from enjoying the simple things of life like Read more