In southern countries, hibiscus is widely used as food. Salads are prepared from the leaves of the plant, and the sepals of the flowers are used as a spice and tea leaves.
Benefits of hibiscus tea
Hibiscus has been known since ancient times as a diuretic, choleretic, bactericidal and anticonvulsant.
Anthocyanins contained in hibiscus have the ability to strengthen the walls of blood vessels, cleanse them of cholesterol, and rid the body of fat deposits.
In addition, a drink made from hibiscus has a laxative effect.
Anthocyanins in hibiscus regulate vascular permeability.
And quercetin greatly enhances the effect of these substances, removing harmful metabolic products from the body, and also improves metabolism, stimulates the production of bile, increasing liver protection.
Hibiscus will help with a lack of vitamins in the body.
Hibiscus contains a huge amount of vitamins A, B, C and PP. In addition, by brewing hibiscus you will receive a charge of potassium, iron, phosphorus, sodium, magnesium, calcium, zinc and copper.
Hibiscus also contains special antioxidants - anthocyanins, which give the drink its characteristic red color.
Several clinical studies have shown that regular intake of hibiscus lowers blood pressure.
We previously talked about the health benefits of okra.
