Five Benefits Of Hibiscus Tea  (Zobo drink)

Hibiscus tea is made by steeping dry hibiscus/zobo leaves in boiling water and can be enjoyed as a drink both hot and cold and has several benefits. It has a sour taste, so it is known as sour tea, having a flavour similar to cranberry juice.

Relieve menstrual pain

Traditionally, the health benefits of hibiscus tea include relief from cramps and menstrual pain. It is thought to help in restoring hormonal balance as well, which can reduce the symptoms of menstruation like mood swings, depression, and overeating.

May manage high blood pressure

Consuming zobo drink may lower the blood pressure in pre-hypertensive and mildly hypertensive adults. A study in the Journal of Advanced Pharmaceutical Technology & Research found that it has antihypertensive and cardioprotective properties, which may be beneficial for people suffering from hypertension, and those at high risks of cardiovascular diseases.

HIbiscus tea may lower cholesterol

Zobo drinks 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.

May protect the liver

The antioxidant properties, in particular from flavonoids, of hibiscus tea may also help in treating liver diseases. Antioxidants help protect your body from diseases because they neutralize the free radicals present in body tissues and cells. Hibiscus tea could increase your lifespan by maintaining good overall health.

Anti-inflammatory & antibacterial agent

Another benefit of Zobo or Hibiscus drinks is that it is rich in ascorbic acid, also known as vitamin C, an essential nutrient required by your body to boost and stimulate the activity of the immune system. It is also used to treat discomfort caused by fever.

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