Red hibiscus tea, also known as roselle or sorrel, is a popular herbal tea that has been associated with numerous health benefits. Some other potential benefits of drinking red hibiscus tea also include:
* Reducing cholesterol levels: Hibiscus tea contains compounds that may help lower LDL ("bad") cholesterol and triglycerides, while increasing HDL ("good") cholesterol.
* Packed with antioxidants: The deep red color of hibiscus tea comes from anthocyanins, powerful antioxidants that can help reduce inflammation and protect against cell damage.
* Supporting liver health: Some research suggests that hibiscus tea may have a protective effect on the liver and help improve liver function.
* Aiding digestion: Hibiscus tea has been traditionally used to support digestion, soothe intestinal inflammation, and relieve constipation.
* Antimicrobial properties: Hibiscus tea has been shown to have antibacterial and antifungal effects, which could help fight infections and support overall immune health.
As with any herbal remedy, it's important to consult with a healthcare provider before incorporating hibiscus tea into your daily routine, especially if you have underlying health conditions or are taking medications. But overall, this vibrant and flavorful tea can be a great addition to a healthy lifestyle!
Lets Make Drinks
Red Hibiscus Tea
This cranberry-tasting drink is made by boiling and steeping calyces (sepals) of the roselle (Hibiscus sabdariffa) flower.
Ingredients
- 8 to 10 buds dried hibiscus
- sugar or honey to taste
- ice
- cinnamon to taste (optional)
Instructions
- Place the dried hibiscus in a pot. Add two cups of water. Bring to the boil. Lower the heat, cover and simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Turn off the heat. Leave to cool and infuse for about 20 minutes.
- Add sugar or honey and cinnamon to taste.
- Drop ice into glasses and pour in the strained brew or drink it hot!!!
ZOBO
Sorrel, is known as ZOBO in many parts of West Africa especially in Nigeria.
The ingredients for the preparation of this delicious and healthy drink include, hibiscus petal, ginger, pineapple sugar (optional) cloves (optional). The preparation follows this simple steps;
1. rinse the hibiscus petal
2. pour the rinsed hibiscus in already boiling water on the stove.
3. Cut your pineapple into your choice of sizes pour it into the boiling already water filled with hibiscus, add your chopped or grinded ginger.
After all these steps are followed, after like 25 minutes, you may add a little sugar and cloves. Sieve it, let it cool, you can serve it the way you like.
Submitted By: Olasunkanmi Olawale Olatunbosun
Nigeria