Hibiscus tea has been known to prevent hypertension, lower blood pressure, reduce blood sugar levels, keep your liver healthy, help with menstrual cramps, help with depression, aid digestion and help with weight management. Its rich in Vitamin C, contains minerals such as flavonoids and has laxative properties
How much hibiscus tea should I drink per day?
In that case, based on these data and the World Health Organization weekly safety limit, we may not want to drink more than 15 cups of hibiscus tea a day, (based on someone who's about 150 pounds). If you have a 75 pound 10-year-old, a half-gallon a day may theoretically be too much
What are the side effects of drinking hibiscus tea?
Side effects of hibiscus are uncommon but might include temporary stomach upset or pain, gas, constipation, nausea, painful urination, headache, ringing in the ears, or shakiness. Diabetes: Hibiscus might decrease blood sugar levels.
The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals specifically lists the hardy hibiscus, Rose of Sharon (Hibiscus syriacus), as toxic to your canine companions if ingested, although the flowers are considered generally safe for humans to eat, according to the University of Arkansas, Division of Agriculture …
In North America especially, a hibiscus means a perfect wife or woman. In Victorian times, giving a hibiscus meant that the giver was acknowledging the receiver's delicate beauty. In China, hibiscuses symbolize the fleeting and beauty of fame or personal glory.
400g Hibiscus Flowers Organic Natural Brew Loose Leaf
Hot Brewing Method for Tea
Use 1 heaped teaspoon of Hibiscus Flowers per one cup of water and place this in your teapot (many successfully use a tea infuser when making a herb tea or a Cafatiere). Add hot but not boiling water and let it steep for 3 minutes before drinking. Take a little taste first and add a little honey or cane sugar to sweeten if desired.