You can even improve metabolism, nourish the body with useful substances and vitamins, and maintain youth with a portion of antioxidants even with the help of a delicious drink. A special type of tea, common and inexpensive, with regular use can literally work wonders.
Even in ancient times, in the countries of central and northern Africa, they knew about the miraculous properties of hibiscus tea. This drink, made from the flowers of Rosella, she is also a Sudanese rose, from the genus Hibiscus. Today, hibiscus is considered the national drink of Egypt. It is drunk both hot in the heat, in order to cool the body in contrast, and cold, with ice. Many holidays, such as weddings, are celebrated with this drink, as well as business issues are discussed.
Hibiscus is rich in anthocyanins and rutin. These substances strengthen the walls of blood vessels, preventing their thinning and calcification, and normalize blood pressure. At the same time, linoleic acid has a preventive effect against the formation of cholesterol plaques, and also reduces the level of so-called bad cholesterol and promotes the production of “good”, writes Harper’s Bazaar.
This drink is very rich in vitamin C, which nutritionists call a powerful natural antioxidant. This vitamin stimulates the production of immunoglobulin, which helps the body fight viruses and dangerous bacteria. And all fashionistas know that vitamin C has a positive effect on the condition of the skin: it gives it an even tone, radiance, enhances collagen production, which slows down the aging process.
Hibiscus also contains anthocyanins – they give the drink a characteristic ruby color, and also slow down inflammatory processes in the body. Polyphenols included in Hibiscus help the stomach and intestines, and fruit acids promote detoxification and speed up metabolism.
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