Hi Rooibos (red bush) tea originates from the leaves and stems of the Aspalathus Linearis plant indigenous to South Africa. The tea is mild, with a fruity, sweet taste and contains no added colours or preservatives. Traditionally, rooibos is oxidised and this gives it the red colour for which it is known. Contains powerful antioxidants – Rooibos tea contains a huge array of antioxidants, which help to protect the body in a number of ways. Two polyphenol antioxidants called aspalathin and nothofagin are found in high concentrations in rooibos tea. These antioxidants protect the body by fighting free radicals. These are unstable cells, which attack healthy cells in order to stabilise themselves. The polyphenols also have anti-inflammatory properties and can safeguard against heart disease. Prevents against some cancers – Some studies have demonstrated a link between consumption of rooibos tea and a reduction of cancer-causing chemicals. This is because of the high level of dominant antioxidants, some of which have anti-mutagenic properties. This means that they defend cells & DNA against damage and inhibit them from developing into cancer. This tea has High mineral content esp magnesium – essential for the nervous system, calcium & manganese – essential for strong teeth and bones, zinc – important for metabolism and iron – critical for hemopoisis. Rooibos tea side effects also include breathing problems. Its consumption can lead to shortness of breath and tightness in the chest as well as pain in the chest. However, this is generally the effects of some allergic reaction for the tea. however there is no correlation of Tea with sorethroat. Take Care