Hibiscus is a flowering perennial herb known by its botanical name hibiscus
Hibiscus plants are native to the warmest regions of the world including Northern Africa and Southeast Asia. Today, the tropical zones, such as Mexico are also large producers of hibiscus plants. Because of this, hibiscus plants usually produce beautiful, bright and vibrant flowers in a variety of colors.Often, these flowers are cultivated for ornamental purposes and are common additions to garden landscapes.1
One type of hibiscus plant, the hibiscus
Hibiscus Health Uses and Health Benefits
The most common preparation of hibiscus is in tea form. The tea has a bitter and tart taste but offers plenty of hibiscus health benefits.2 That’s because hibiscus contains several phytochemicals that offer both anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects, including flavonoids like quercetin and anthocyanins.3,4
Ancient Egyptians discovered hibiscus uses as a tea for lowering fevers, hydrating and as a diuretic. Hibiscus health benefits also include being a natural heart and nerve health tonic. Modern studies have shown that hibiscus health benefits may be helpful for cancer treatment.2,3,4
Hibiscus uses as a natural remedy include:
Hibiscus Side Effects and Precautions
There are no known hibiscus side effects. But as it is a natural diuretic people should be cautious of combining hibiscus with certain medications.4
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