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Rose Hips (Rosa canina), the fruit of the rose after the flower has bloomed
and the petals have fallen, are native to Europe and North America. Rose Hips
were once reffered to as the "Food of the Gods" by the ancient Greeks
and used for their varied health benefits.
During World War II, when faced with a serious shortage of fresh fruits and
the subsequent shortage of vitamin C, the governments of Englan, Sweden and
Norway began looking to botanicals as a source for Vitamin C. After testing,
they discovered that Rose Hips contained an astonishing amount of Vitamin C.
Because of their abundance , they were used in teas, soups, purees, etc. Rose
Hips are still used today as a favorite nutitious food, often brewed into a
delicate, fruity tea.
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The best way to make a good tasting cup of tea is by the infusion method. Place one tea bag into a cup and add no more than 6 oz. of boiling water. Let steep for 3 minutes and remove the bag. Press the bag before removing to enhance the flavor. Add honey to sweeten.
