Hibiscus is among the foods that contain high antioxidants. The leaves of this beneficial plant can be used raw in salads or cooked in meals and soups. However, the most common use of hibiscus is known as the tea of hibiscus leaves, which is obtained by drying the plant.
BENEFITS OF hibiscus
- One of the most important benefits of hibiscus is its skin rejuvenation feature. It is said that hibiscus, which reduces swelling on the skin, also renews skin cells and delays aging.
- It is known that hibiscus, which has a very positive effect on the hair and is frequently used in the content of shampoos and care creams, helps to clean the scalp and prevents oiliness.
- It relieves hoarseness, sore throat and tonsillitis.
- Hibiscus, which contributes to the strengthening of oral and dental health, can alleviate tooth and gum disorders.
It has the effect of regulating the digestive system, especially stomach disorders such as gastritis.
It is known to be good for chronic respiratory diseases such as bronchitis and asthma and to delay asthma attacks. It also has a breast softening and expectorant effect.
- Hibiscus, which is also used as an antipyretic, is used in the process of colds and relaxes the body by making the body sweat.
- Mallow, which is also important in balancing blood pressure, also has a cholesterol-regulating effect.
- The benefits of hibiscus are also emphasized by Saraçoğlu. Saraçoğlu recommends hibiscus, which is good for respiratory health, together with sage cure to create a shield against viruses.
- Hibiscus is a plant that protects the body against diseases in general with its antioxidant effect.
- Green leafy vegetables are foods recommended especially against cancer risk. Mallow can also be counted in this class.
HOW TO MAKE Hibiscus Tea?
There are different methods for making hibiscus tea. The first method allows extracting the sap in a long time:
Preparation of:
- About 2 teaspoons of flowers, leaves and stems; Pour into 250 ml of cold water.
- The mixture, which is mixed at certain periods, waits for 8 to 10 hours in the environment.
- The infused tea is heated before drinking and consumed hot.
The second method is the same as for the preparation of many herbal teas:
- In this method, you must first boil your water after you take the hibiscus, which is sold in dried form, from the herbalist.
- The scale is a pinch of hibiscus per 1 glass of water.
- Throw the hibiscus into the boiling water and leave it uninfused for 5-10 minutes.
- Your hibiscus tea is ready! You can drink it with pleasure.