Hibiscus tea is an herbal tea that’s made by steeping parts of the hibiscus plant in boiling water. It has a tart flavor similar to that of cranberries and can be enjoyed both hot and cold. There are several hundred species of hibiscus varying by the location and climate they grow in, but Hibiscus sabdariffa is most commonly used to make hibiscus tea....CONTINUE READING THE FULL ARTICLE>>>
Many people drink it because of its potential health benefits. While research shows that there may be some truth to these claims. Here are the benefits of drinking hibiscus tea regularly.
Helps with High Blood Pressure
Studies on hibiscus tea and blood pressure are some of the only ones done with human subjects. Although all the results showed that this plant can indeed help lower high blood pressure, it can also be dangerous to anyone who’s BP is already low.
This applies to those already taking medication to lower blood pressure; avoid hibiscus. But if you are not on medication, its safe. Make sure you ask you seek your doctor advice if you want to use it with your medications.
Helps to Improve Liver Health
Hibiscus tea may help to improve liver health. A study using hamsters showed that hibiscus tea may help decrease markers of liver damage.
One study with human participants showed that hibiscus extract may improve liver steatosis, which could reduce the risk of liver failure.
Contains Compounds That May Help Prevent Cancer
Hibiscus is high in polyphenols, which are compounds that have been shown to possess powerful anti-cancer properties.
Test-tube studies have found impressive results regarding the potential effect of hibiscus extract on cancer cells. In one test-tube study, hibiscus extract impaired cell growth and reduced the invasiveness of mouth and plasma cell cancers.
Prevent Urinary Tract Infections
Hibiscus tea doesn’t just look or taste like cranberry juice, it also has the same healing properties. Like cranberry juice, hibiscus works wonders for getting rid of and preventing urinary tract infections (UTIs).
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