Benefits Of Hibiscus Tea?
Hibiscus tea is an herbal tea that’s made by steeping parts of the hibiscus plant in boiling water. Hibiscus tea has a tart flavor similar to that of cranberries and can be enjoyed both hot and cold.
Depending on the location and climate they grow in, there are several types of hibiscus. Research has uncovered a lot of health benefits when drinking hibiscus tea. Drinking hibiscus tea may lower blood pressure, fight bacteria and even aid weight loss.
Hibiscus tea is full of antioxidants. Antioxidants are molecules that help fight compounds called free radicals, that damage your cells.
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May Boost Liver Health
Studies have shown that hibiscus may help keep your liver working efficiently. A study in 19 overweight people found that taking hibiscus extract for 12 weeks improved liver steatosis. This condition is characterized by the accumulation of fat in the liver, which can lead to liver failure (10).
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May Help With Weight Loss
There have been several studies that suggest that hibiscus tea may be associated with weight loss and protect against obesity. One study gave 36 overweight participants hibiscus extract, and after 12 weeks, hibiscus extract reduced body weight, body fat, body mass index and hip-to-waist ratio (10).
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May Help Prevent Cancer
Polyphenols, a compound found in Hibiscus have been shown to possess powerful anti-cancer properties (14).
One study reported that hibiscus leaf extract prevented human prostate cancer cells from spreading (16).
Hibiscus tea is a type of herbal tea associated with many health benefits.
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Hopefully you’ll introduce some hibiscus tea into your life! Please feel free to share your experience in the comments below! Stay safe and God bless.
