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TANNIN
WHAT IS TANNIN? Tannins are naturally
occurring plant polyphenols. Tannins are common to all plant foods.
WHAT AFFECT DOES TANNIN
HAVE ON OUR BODIES? Tannins bind and
precipitate proteins (which is why tannin is used to tan leather). They can
have a large influence on the nutritive value of many foods eaten by humans. Consuming high amounts of tannin can
be damaging to the body and
inhibits the absorption of iron. Individuals with iron deficiency
should limit their intake of traditional green and black teas. Tannins are responsible
for the bitter taste contained in traditional green and black teas which
many tea drinkers mask by adding cream and sugar. Lifespan
Rooibos Tea is
naturally sweet and extremely low in tannin.
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