Get more Zzz's with Cheribundi Relax

We’re kicking off our first blog post on our functional line of juices with Cheribundi Relax. While all of our tart cherry juices provide functional benefits, some of them have added ingredients based on desired effects. Cheribundi Relax, for example, is tailored to further promote relaxation and better sleep.

Although regular consumption of any of our tart cherry juices has been shown to increase natural levels of melatonin in the body, Cheribundi Relax has an extra ingredient that further promotes relaxation and deeper sleep.

Cheribundi Relax contains 40 tart, fresh-pressed cherries, water, L-Theanine (tea extract) and REB A (Natural Stevia Leaf Sweatener). The L-Theanine in Cheribundi Relax is what sets it aside from the other functional juices. L-Theanine is an amino acid extracted from tea that relaxes the mind without causing drowsiness. Recent studies have shown that L-Theanine keeps your mind sharp and alert during the day and then helps relax your mind when you are winding down at night. 

Although there is no added sugar in Cheribundi Relax, it contains 17g of natural sugar from tart cherries. We recommend drinking Cheribundi Relax around dinner time. Drink Cheribundi Relax every evening and you’ll be in dreamland before you know it!

Jasmine Tea Refresh

Last, but not least of our Tea Refresh blends is our Jasmine Tea Refresh, my personal favorite. Our Jasmine Tea Refresh is made with freshly brewed tea, tart cherry juice, sugar, water and citric acid. 

One thing that makes Jasmine tea unique from other teas is its mildly sweet flavor and aromatic fragrance. This comes from blending tealeaves with petals from jasmine flower. This aroma has been found to promote relaxation and better sleep by calming moods and decreasing the body’s heart rate. This calming effect is especially beneficial for stress-induced high blood pressure and insomnia.

Like other teas, Jasmine tea is high in a group of powerful antioxidants that offer many different health benefits. Drinking Jasmine tea has been linked to reduced risk of cancer, reduced risk of stroke, and lower heart rate, blood pressure and cholesterol levels.

The sweet flavor from the Jasmine flower and tartness from our fresh-pressed cherries make up a perfect blend of deliciousness. We hope you enjoy this one :) 

The Powerful Benefits of Rooibos Tea Refresh

So what is Rooibos Tea? Rooibos Tea is an herbal red tea that comes from a plant grown in South Africa. Rooibos Tea is unique because it is naturally decaf. So, if you are looking for a beverage that naturally contains no caffeine, this is a perfect option for you!

Our Cheribundi Rooibos Tea Refresh is made from freshly brewed tea and like our other tea blends, contains 5 fresh-pressed, tart cherries. Its simple list of ingredients includes water, sugar, tart cherry juice, rooibos tea and citric acid.

  

Rooibos Tea also has an extensive list of health benefits. Some even argue that is has even more benefits than green or black tea. Some of the top health benefits are: 

1. Contains powerful antioxidants  - Rooibos tea is especially rich in super-antioxidant compounds, one of them being quercetin. Quercetin has been linked to preventing heart disease, improving cardiovascular health, helping to reduce the risk of several types of cancer and fight inflammation, especially from gout and arthritis.

2. Contains essential vitamins and minerals – Rooibos tea contains several minerals that are vital to health. Some of these include magnesium (essential for the nervous system), calcium & manganese (essential for strong teeth and bones), zinc (supports metabolism and immune function) and iron (critical for helping blood & muscles distribute oxygen).

3. Aids in absorption of iron - Unlike most black teas, which prevent the body from absorbing iron effectively because of the tannins they contain, rooibos tea supports the body in absorbing iron.

4. Promotes restful sleep – Rooibos tea is unique in that it can be consumed as often as you wish and at any time of day. Many people drink it before bedtime as it can help with insomnia. Due to its high mineral content and lack of caffeine, it’s known to help people to feel calm and relaxed.

5. Improves circulation – Another potent antioxidant in rooibos tea is called Chysoeriol. This antioxidant helps improve circulation by preventing the activity of an enzyme that triggers cardiovascular disease.

6. Helps prevent Parkinson's/Alzheimer's – Drinking rooibos tea regularly can protect against a process known as lipid peridoxation. This occurs when free radicals damage brain cells and nerve tissue. If this is prolonged, it can lead to brain disease, such as Alzheimer’s or Parkinson's disease. 

As you can see, Rooibos Tea is a true source of greatness for the body. And don't forget, in addition to the benefits from Rooibos Tea, you are also getting the benefits from the tart cherries in every bottle of Rooibos Tea Refresh. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do!