Hibiscus Tea

It’s Summertime in St Louis and it’s HOT! Nothing is better on a hot day than a tall glass of Hibiscus Tea.

I use an orange when I make mine, the citrus blends perfectly with the floral notes of the hibiscus and I add just a touch of sugar to round out any bitterness from the rind for a perfect summer drink.

Not only is Hibiscus Tea a great summer refresher it’s also good for you. Here are some of the health benefits of Hibiscus Tea:

It can help you manage your Blood Pressure.
A study published in the Journal of Ethnopharmacology suggests that hibiscus has antihypertensive and cardioprotective properties, which can be beneficial for people suffering from hypertension and those at high risks of cardiovascular diseases.
It can help with Weight Loss.
Studies have suggested that hibiscus extract lowers the absorption of starch and glucose the two dietary components that can lead to weight gain and may help aid in weight loss.
It helps lower your Cholesterol.
It helps to lower the levels of (bad) LDL cholesterol from the body, thereby helping to protect against heart diseases and protecting blood vessels from damage
It protects your Liver.
It helps to lower the levels of (bad) LDL cholesterol from the body, thereby helping to protect against heart diseases and protecting blood vessels from damage
It has Anti-inflammatory & Antibacterial Agents.
It’s rich in ascorbic acid, also known as vitamin C. It is an essential nutrient required by your body to boost and stimulate the activity of the immune system. Hibiscus tea is also known for its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties. Therefore, it can help protect you from catching a cold and flu.
It Improves Digestion.
Many people drink hibiscus tea to improve digestion as it regularizes both urination and bowel movements. Since it has diuretic properties, it is also used to treat constipation, improve the health of your gastrointestinal system, and reduce the risk of colorectal cancer.
It Satiates Thirst
It’s also used as a sports drink in order to satiate thirst. For this purpose, hibiscus tea is typically consumed cold, as an iced tea. Many people include it in their diet since this variety of tea has the ability to cool down the body very fast.

So, the next time you’re looking for a refreshing summer drink brew up some Hibiscus Tea, tastes great and it’s good for you too.