BENEFITS OF ROSE HIP TEA

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

Written By: Meg

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ROSE HIP TEA

Rose hip tea is an herbal tea made from dried or fresh rose hips. It is widely considered as a healthy drink because of its many health benefits.

Rose hips are rich in antioxidants that help keep the body safe from cell damage caused by free radicals.

It has antioxidant properties

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Studies suggest that rose hips have some of the highest vitamin C content among all fruits and vegetables. Vitamin C is incredibly crucial for a strong and functioning immune system

It supports your immune system

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It protects against heart problems

The vitamin C content in rose hips help combat bad cholesterol while their flavonoids help lower blood pressure and improve blood flow.

Rose hips contain the antioxidant tiliroside, which has been linked to higher levels of fat burning.

It supports weight loss

Several studies show that rose hips may help against type 2 diabetes risk factors like high blood sugar levels. But the studies are focused on rose hip extracts, not rose hip tea.

It may help control diabetes

It has anti-inflammatory effects

Rose hips have anti-inflammatory effects, thanks to their polyphenol and galactolipid content. These suggest that can be useful in  helping reduce chronic pain.

It can help keep skin look young

Rose hips contain carotenoid astaxanthin, which has been shown to prevent the breakdown of collagen. This means that rose hips can promote younger-looking skin.

Want to brew rose hip tea at home and see what the hype is about?