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Hibiscus tea is refreshing caffeine-free herbal tea made from Hibiscus flowers with a tart and floral cranberry flavour. It's rich in antioxidants as well as fiber, and research has shown its ability to reduce systolic blood pressure. It's also been used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine to support digestive and liver health.
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Hibiscus tea is refreshing caffeine-free herbal tea made from Hibiscus flowers with a tart and floral cranberry flavour. It's rich in antioxidants as well as fiber, and research has shown its ability to reduce systolic blood pressure. It's also been used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine to support digestive and liver health.
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In this video, Dr. Diane L. McKay discusses findings that drinking hibiscus tea can reduce systolic blood pressure at the 2008 annual Scientific Sessions of the American Heart Association, with Bruce Jancin of Elsevier Global Medical News (EGMN).
Ingredients for Blends:
Hibiscus with an Organic Twist Tea: Organic Hibiscus (Hibiscus sabdariffa) and Organic Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus)
Hibiscus with Tropical Fruit Tea: Organic Hibiscus (Hibiscus sabdariffa), Organic Rose Hips (Rosa canina), Organic Orange Peel (Citrus sinensis), Organic Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus)
Suggested Usage:
To find the true character of this herb, use the infusion method of brewing.
• Good water is an essential part of brewing a great cup of tea. Using spring or filtered water is recommended.
• Pour boiling water over the desired amount of herbs. Cover and let steep 10 to 20 minutes.
• When the tea has steeped long enough, strain off the herbs using a tea strainer or coffee filter.
Store package in a cool, dry place.
Supporting Science:
A study found the average systolic blood pressure for those drinking hibiscus tea decreased from 134.4 mmHg (17.97 kPa) to 112.7 mmHg (15.03 kPa), one month later. See "The effects of sour tea (Hibiscus sabdariffa) on hypertension in patients with type II diabetes", Journal of Human Hypertension (January 2009).
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