15 Benefits And 5 Side Effects Of Hibiscus Tea

Hibiscus tea is a herbal tea made as an infusion from crimson or deep magenta-coloured calyces (sepals) of the roselle (Hibiscus sabdariffa) flower. It is consumed both hot and cold. (Wikipedia).


Hibiscus- A Brief

Scientific Name- Hibiscus sabdariffa
Origin- Africa
Plant Type- Shrub
Other Name- Roselle

The tea revolution is taking over the world. You can prepare tea with almost every ingredient. The health benefits of natural tea are becoming common knowledge these days; the prices too have skyrocketed. But what if I told you that you could prepare tea from one of the easily available ingredients in your garden?


 

Here are the 15 benefits and 5 side effects of Hibiscus Tea;

 

Benefits Of Hibiscus Tea

  1. Prevents Hypertension
  2. Lowers Cholesterol Levels
  3. Brings Down Blood Sugar Levels
  4. Keeps Your Liver Healthy
  5. Treats Menstrual Cramps
  6. Treats Depression
  7. Aids Digestion
  8. Body Coolant
  9. Weight Management
  10. Anti-Aging
  11. Rich In Vitamin C
  12. A Drink For All Seasons
  13. Have Laxative Effects
  14. Chemo-Preventive Effect
  15. Works as anAntibacterial  

Side-Effects Of Hibiscus Tea

  1. Affects Estrogen
  2. Pregnancy And Fertility
  3. Lowers Blood Pressure
  4. Cancer Complications
  5. Hallucinatory Effects

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