"It has a tart flavor similar to that of cranberries and can be enjoyed both hot and cold."

• It's packed with antioxidants.
  • Hibiscus tea is rich in powerful antioxidants and may therefore help prevent damage and disease caused by the buildup of free radicals.
• It may help lower blood pressure.
  • Several studies have found that hibiscus tea may lower both systolic and diastolic blood pressure.
• It may help lower blood fat levels.
• It may boost liver health.
• It could promote weight loss.
• It contains compounds that may help prevent cancer.
  • Hibiscus is high in polyphenols, which are compounds that have been shown to possess powerful anti-cancer properties.
• It could help fight bacteria.

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To Prepare:

Simply add dried hibiscus flowers to a teapot and pour boiling water over them. Let it steep for five minutes, then strain, sweeten it if desired and enjoy.

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Some Side Effects:

• It can affect estrogen levels which means that it has an effect of both pregnancy and fertility.
  • If you are trying to become pregnant or are pregnant, you should probably avoid hibiscus in your diet.
• It lowers blood pressure which can be harmful if you already suffer from low blood pressure.
• With anything that has medicinal properties, its really important to see if it works for you.

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