Hibiscus is a beautiful flower that will brighten up any garden. This plant primarily grows in tropical and warm regions, but it can also grow seasonally in other areas where the climate is warm for only part of the year.
Fresh and dried hibiscus flowers are edible, and are often used to make a tasty herbal tea. This tea is extremely healthy as it contains vitamin C and A, zinc, and several other minerals. Furthermore, it also contains 15-30% organic acids, including malic acid, citric acid, and tartaric acid. It also contains flavonoids and polysaccharides.
1. Add 2-3 teaspoons of dried hibiscus petals to 2 cups of water.
2. Bring to the boil, then let it simmer for 5 minutes.
3. Strain it, and add raw honey and lemon juice for taste.
2. Bring to the boil, then let it simmer for 5 minutes.
3. Strain it, and add raw honey and lemon juice for taste.
Hibiscus tea is highly effective at lowering low-density lipoprotein levels. Furthermore, it is particularly helpful for those with Type 2 diabetes.
This tea exhibits anti-atherosclerosis activity and contains antioxidant compounds that help to prevent the oxidation of LDL. Also, it prevents plaque buildup in the arteries, thereby lowering your cholesterol levels and preventing heart disease.
• Drink hibiscus tea twice a day for a few weeks in order to help control your cholesterol levels.
• You can even opt to take a standardized hibiscus extract twice a day. You should consult your doctor for the appropriate dosage.
• You can even opt to take a standardized hibiscus extract twice a day. You should consult your doctor for the appropriate dosage.
Hibiscus contains potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that help to reduce blood pressure levels significantly. Being diuretic in nature, it helps to increase urination levels, which in turn helps to lower blood pressure. Furthermore, this herb helps to speed up metabolism and aids in healthy, gradual weight loss.
Hibiscus’ antioxidant properties help to prevent liver damage by neutralizing the free radicals that are present in our tissues and cells. Furthermore, the anthocyanin compounds in hibiscus reduce oxidative liver damage and inflammatory liver lesions, which can cause severe liver problems.
As it is packed with flavonoids, nutrients, and minerals, hibiscus lowers the body’s absorption of fats and carbohydrates. Therefore, it can help you lose weight. Furthermore, it contains high concentrations of antioxidants that help aid weight loss by boosting the body’s metabolism.
• Drink 2-3 cups of hibiscus tea a day to support your weight loss efforts.
• You can even opt to take a hibiscus supplement, after consulting your doctor.
• You can even opt to take a hibiscus supplement, after consulting your doctor.
1. Put 8-10 fresh hibiscus flowers and leaves into a grinder.
2. Add 3 tablespoons of plain yogurt.
3. Add 1 tablespoon of honey to the paste and mix well.
4. Apply to your damp hair.
5. Wear a shower cap, and leave the paste in for 30 minutes.
6. Rinse it off with water, then shampoo your hair as usual.
7. Repeat this procedure once a week.
2. Add 3 tablespoons of plain yogurt.
3. Add 1 tablespoon of honey to the paste and mix well.
4. Apply to your damp hair.
5. Wear a shower cap, and leave the paste in for 30 minutes.
6. Rinse it off with water, then shampoo your hair as usual.
7. Repeat this procedure once a week.
Since it is rich in vitamins A and C, as well as amino acids, hibiscus has the ability to combat hair loss and induce hair growth. It can also get rid of dandruff, prevent split ends, and prevent premature graying.
1. Add 8-10 Chinese hibiscus leaves and flowers to 2 cups of extra-virgin coconut oil.
2. Heat the solution until the flowers have turned black
3. Strain the oil and let it cool.
4. Apply the oil to your hair before going to bed and massage it in.
5. Wash your hair in the morning.
6. Repeat a few times per week.
2. Heat the solution until the flowers have turned black
3. Strain the oil and let it cool.
4. Apply the oil to your hair before going to bed and massage it in.
5. Wash your hair in the morning.
6. Repeat a few times per week.
Hibiscus leaves can help stop bleeding and can help open wounds heal a lot quicker. Furthermore, it reduces the risk of infection.
1. Clean the affected site with water.
2. Grind a few hibiscus leaves, and apply the paste to the wound.
3. Leave it on the wound for 15-20 minutes, then rinse it off with cool water.
4. Repeat if needed.
2. Grind a few hibiscus leaves, and apply the paste to the wound.
3. Leave it on the wound for 15-20 minutes, then rinse it off with cool water.
4. Repeat if needed.
Hibiscus is rich in antioxidants that help reverse skin damage that has been caused by UV rays, diseases, and pollutants. This will prevent premature aging, and will keep your skin looking young and healthy for years.
• Blend 2-3 hibiscus flowers in ½ a cup of yogurt. Add some honey, and apply the paste to your face. Allow it to sit for 15-20 minutes, then rinse off with cool water. Use this mask 1-2 times a week.
• Grind a few hibiscus flowers and gently scrub your neck and face with the paste once a week to remove dead skin cells.
Important Notes
• If you’re pregnant it is best if you consult your doctor before consuming hibiscus tea, supplements, or extracts.
• If you have low blood pressure, do not use this herb.
• People with diabetes should take caution when taking this herb as it can decrease blood sugar levels.
• Grind a few hibiscus flowers and gently scrub your neck and face with the paste once a week to remove dead skin cells.
Important Notes
• If you’re pregnant it is best if you consult your doctor before consuming hibiscus tea, supplements, or extracts.
• If you have low blood pressure, do not use this herb.
• People with diabetes should take caution when taking this herb as it can decrease blood sugar levels.
