Hibiscus is a shrub that attracts attention with spectacular flowers, consisting of five spreading petals. It is also called Malva Sudanese, naturally occurs in Asia and North Africa. Already in ancient times it has been found that the plant not only looks beautiful, but also has many health -promoting properties. The infusion of hibiscus flowers was used in natural medicine because it cleaned the body and soothed inflammation. The drink that is burning to this day is characterized by a distinct, sour but pleasant taste.
Hibiscus was called in ancient times the “red gold of the pharaohs”due to the strong healthy action of the plant. The shrub has calcium, magnesium, fiber and essential oils. The last of them calm down, show antibacterial and analgesic properties.
The flowers also contain numerous organic acidsincluding lemon, apple, sorrel, wine and hibiscus. They stimulate the metabolism and reconstruction of the damaged epidermis. Affect the healthy appearance of the skinthey reduce her discoloration.
also shows anti -inflammatory and antiseptic effect. All thanks to antioxidants, including flavonoids, phenols and vitamin C. substances strengthen immunitydisinfect, relieve inflammation and have a diuretic effect. They also inhibit premature aging of the body and protect against the development of civilization diseases (e.g. they reduce pressure and cholesterol, which is important in the prevention of atherosclerosis or heart attacks). Flavonoids strengthen the walls of blood vessels and improve their elasticity.
A healthy infusion is worth drinking during colds and flu. Its anti -inflammatory, antibacterial and strengthening resistance of properties will deal with persistent cough and high fever. Hibiscus will also be Helpful with skin problems. It will alleviate discoloration, inflammation and prevent the spread of imperfections.
What else does hibiscus tea help? Will support everyone who They want to lose weight. Thanks to fiber, it will improve digestive processes, accelerate metabolism, cleanse the body of toxins and residues lying in the intestines. It will also soothe the digestive tract in the event of infection. Do not use hibiscus if you have low pressure, stomach ulcers or hormonal disorders.
How to brew hibiscus tea? This is by far the most popular way to use flowers. Just boil the water, then wait a moment (for its temperature to decrease to about 90-95 degrees Celsius) and pour it with a copy of a teaspoon of dried. Set the infusion for about 10 minutes (under cover), then strain it and drink it. During the day, eat a maximum of two cups of tea.
How to drink hibiscus tea? If its taste is too tart for you, you can sweeten the drink a bit. Add a little honey, fruit syrup or vanilla pod. To curve a characteristic aroma, use a slices of orange, lemon or fresh mint leaves.
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