{"id":32300,"date":"2021-11-25T18:47:39","date_gmt":"2021-11-25T18:47:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=32300"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"hibiscus-tea-benefits-side-effects","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/hibiscus-tea-benefits-side-effects\/","title":{"rendered":"Hibiscus Tea Facts, Health Benefits And Side Effects"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/hibiscus-tea-benefits-side-effects\/#What_Is_Hibiscus_Tea\" >What Is Hibiscus Tea?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/hibiscus-tea-benefits-side-effects\/#Hibiscus_Tea_Health_Benefits\" >Hibiscus Tea Health Benefits<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/hibiscus-tea-benefits-side-effects\/#Packed_With_Antioxidants\" >Packed With Antioxidants<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/hibiscus-tea-benefits-side-effects\/#Can_Help_Reduce_Blood_Pressure\" >Can Help Reduce Blood Pressure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/hibiscus-tea-benefits-side-effects\/#Combats_Obesity\" >Combats Obesity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/hibiscus-tea-benefits-side-effects\/#Promotes_Weight_Loss\" >Promotes Weight Loss<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/hibiscus-tea-benefits-side-effects\/#May_Reduce_Risk_Of_Several_Diseases\" >May Reduce Risk Of Several Diseases<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/hibiscus-tea-benefits-side-effects\/#Hibiscus_Tea_Side_Effects\" >Hibiscus Tea Side Effects<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/hibiscus-tea-benefits-side-effects\/#Liver_Damage\" >Liver Damage<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/hibiscus-tea-benefits-side-effects\/#Drug_Interactions\" >Drug Interactions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/hibiscus-tea-benefits-side-effects\/#Health_Problems\" >Health Problems<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/hibiscus-tea-benefits-side-effects\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/hibiscus-tea-benefits-side-effects\/#DISCLAIMER\" >DISCLAIMER:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/hibiscus-tea-benefits-side-effects\/#SOURCES\" >SOURCES:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hibiscus tea is one of the many different types of tea that has gained popularity over the years. It was traditionally consumed by different cultures, however, as more people learned of its possible health benefits, they began to embrace it.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Today, you will find this tea being sold in almost every food court and restaurant. Even so, its popularity is not a solid reason to try it. Join us as we explore potential hibiscus tea benefits, which offer more concrete reasons why you should add this drink to your diet plan.<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Hibiscus_Tea\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Hibiscus_Tea\"><\/span><b>What Is Hibiscus Tea?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hibiscus tea is made from the dried parts or the beautiful flowers of the hibiscus plant known as\u00a0<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hibiscus sabdariffa<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/318120#benefits\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). The plant\u2019s origin is Southeast Asia and North Africa, but it is now grown in tropical and subtropical climates (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/318120#benefits\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The flowers have a deep red color that you also acquire when preparing hibiscus tea. Besides the flowers, you can also prepare this herbal tea using the part that protects and supports the flower known as the calyx (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/318120#benefits\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Its dried form is used to make this brew. However, you do not throw away the hibiscus plant after getting your cup of tea. Instead, the plant is also used to make agua de Jamaica, Karkade, Lo-Shen, red sorrel, sour, and Sudan tea (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6337177\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hibiscus_Tea_Health_Benefits\"><\/span><b>Hibiscus Tea Health Benefits<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This tea is naturally calorie and caffeine-free. It is, therefore, an excellent calorie-free drink option for dieters. However, it would be best if you talked to your doctor and nutritionist for more insight on the best calorie-free drinks.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additionally, hibiscus tea is naturally tart. For more flavor, individuals often add sweeteners like sugar or honey. However, remember that these sweeteners contain calories and carbs. Take note of this if you count the number of calories you are consuming or are trying to maintain a calorie deficit for <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pomegranate-white-tea-benefits-side-effects\/\">weight loss<\/a>. Below are some of the nutrients you acquire from drinking this herbal tea, plus their possible benefits:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Hibiscus_Tea\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33213 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4823-1024x576.png\" alt=\"hibiscus tea\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4823.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4823-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4823.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4823.png 1344w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Packed_With_Antioxidants\"><\/span><b>Packed With Antioxidants<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hibiscus tea is loaded with antioxidants. These are molecules that protect your cells from damage that is caused by oxidative stress (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/301506#_noHeaderPrefixedContent\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Oxidative stress can be caused by smoking, tissue trauma due to an injury or inflammation, excessive exercise, or mitochondrial activity (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/301506#_noHeaderPrefixedContent\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It may also be caused by radiation, UV exposure, industrial solvents, air pollution, and exposure to chemicals like drugs and pesticides (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/301506#_noHeaderPrefixedContent\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). In addition, damage caused by excessive oxidative stress may result in vision loss, cancer, or atherosclerosis (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/301506#_noHeaderPrefixedContent\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Antioxidants are believed to reduce these risks, thereby possibly reducing your risk of health conditions like cancer. However, studies have found conflicting results, in some cases even finding that antioxidant supplements increased the risk or progression of certain cancers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More studies are needed to study in detail the effect of <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/white-tea-benefits-side-effects\/\">antioxidant<\/a> supplements on disease risk and in disease progression. Similarly, more studies are required to determine the number of antioxidants in hibiscus tea and how they may influence cancer risk.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/herbal-tea-benefits-side-effects\/\">Herbal Tea Facts, Health Benefits And Side Effects<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Hibiscus_Tea\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33215 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4821-1024x576.png\" alt=\"hibiscus tea\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4821.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4821-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4821.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4821-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4821.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_Help_Reduce_Blood_Pressure\"><\/span><b>Can Help Reduce Blood Pressure<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hibiscus tea is best known for its reported <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/matcha-green-tea-with-turmeric-benefits-side-effects\/\">effectiveness<\/a> in lowering blood pressure. Therefore, a 2019 study was conducted to evaluate the effect of taking hibiscus herbal tea on hypertension. So, it assessed the antihypertensive effect of the hibiscus herbs on patients with stage one hypertension (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6621350\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The participants were divided into two groups: the control and the case group. Both groups were exposed to the same lifestyle and dietary measures for blood pressure control. However, the case group was additionally provided with two cups of hibiscus tea every morning for four weeks (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6621350\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The study findings reported a reduction in systolic blood pressure in both groups (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6621350\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Systolic blood pressure, also known as the first (higher) number, measures the pressure in your arteries when your heart beats.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, the mean reduction was higher in the case group, which also reported a high decrease in diastolic blood pressure (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6621350\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Diastolic blood pressure, also known as the bottom number, reads the pressure in the arteries when your heart rests between beats.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, the study concluded that taking sour hibiscus tea two times a day can effectively manage blood pressure in patients with stage one hypertension. However, patients should also modify their lifestyle and dietary patterns (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6621350\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Combats_Obesity\"><\/span><b>Combats Obesity<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A 2017 review was conducted to evaluate the molecular effects of <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hibiscus sabdariffa<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0polyphenols on obesity. The running theory is that these polyphenols can improve obesity-related conditions (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5579700\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, the study investigated the multi-targeted mechanisms, including oxidative stress, energy metabolism, and inflammation pathways (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5579700\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). The study determined that there was sufficient evidence to conclude that hibiscus extract combats obesity-related pathologies.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other researchers conducted a 2019 review investigating the effects of natural bioactive compounds in\u00a0<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">hibiscus sabdariffa<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0on obesity to validate these findings. The study evaluated the impact on parameters linked to obesity development, such as the effect of\u00a0<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">hibiscus sabdariffa<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0extract on body weight (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6337177\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It also evaluated the effects of the extract on cholesterol metabolism, lipid accumulation, and plasma parameters (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6337177\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). The study findings revealed that the compounds significantly reduced the parameters, promising better outcomes in obesity treatment (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6337177\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even so, it would help if you kept in mind that drinking hibiscus tea will not entirely combat obesity on its own. It would help if you modified your behavior for the management of obesity by upholding healthier practices. For example, exercising and reducing sedentary activities like spending so much time sitting or watching television.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Hibiscus_Tea\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33217 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4825.png\" alt=\"hibiscus tea\" width=\"941\" height=\"530\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4825.png 941w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4825-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4825.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 941px) 100vw, 941px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>If you\u2019ve mustered up the courage to crush your weight loss goal, let Betterme take the sting out of this demanding process. <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Hibiscus_Tea\">Our app will help you<\/a> restructure your habits, remold your life and crank up your fitness results!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Promotes_Weight_Loss\"><\/span><b>Promotes Weight Loss<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/lavender-chamomile-tea-benefits-side-effects\/\">Drinking<\/a> hibiscus tea is also believed to help promote weight loss. The rationale behind this is that, firstly, hibiscus tea does not contain any calories. As we all know, the foundation of weight loss is consuming fewer calories than your body is burning.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drinking hibiscus tea can help you maintain a calorie deficit which enables you to maintain or create a calorie deficit for weight loss. Secondly, drinking hibiscus tea is believed to help with weight loss because it contains phenolic compounds, anthocyanins, and flavonoids.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Experts argue that these compounds regulate the genes involved in lipid <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/oolong-tea-benefits-side-effects\/\">metabolism<\/a> and promote fat elimination (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6337177\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). In addition, they also mitigate adipocyte hypertrophy, which helps reduce the size of the fat cells (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6337177\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These are examples of the running theories on hibiscus tea could promote weight loss. However, more research is required to provide more concrete evidence on the association between hibiscus tea and weight loss.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Until there is more concrete proof, you are advised to implement other scientifically-proven weight-loss interventions. These include exercising, taking low-calorie, high-volume foods, avoiding alcohol, and sugary <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/are-roasted-almonds-healthy\/\">foods<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/black-tea-benefits-side-effects\/\">drinks<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Hibiscus_Tea\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33216 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4829-1024x576.png\" alt=\"BetterMe\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4829.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4829-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4829.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4829-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4829.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"May_Reduce_Risk_Of_Several_Diseases\"><\/span><b>May Reduce Risk Of Several Diseases<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to the listed benefits, drinking hibiscus tea has also been suggested to reduce the risk of numerous diseases. One of them is cardiovascular disease. As we have mentioned earlier, this brew may help lower your blood pressure.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lowering your blood pressure if it is borderline high reduces your chances of developing hypertension, which is one of the risk factors for heart or cardiovascular disease. Additionally,\u00a0 this drink has also been seen in animals to help increase HDL \u201cgood\u201d cholesterol levels and reduce LDL \u201cbad\u201d cholesterol levels (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6337177\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increased LDL cholesterol levels in your body are also a risk factor for cardiovascular disease. Drinking hibiscus tea might also improve parameters that could reduce your risk of metabolic syndrome and diabetes (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6337177\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By looking at this list of potential benefits of drinking hibiscus tea, you may be interested in reaping a few or all of them. So, you may be thinking of adding this tea to your diet plan. However, may we remind you that you should not make any major dietary changes or add any supplements without first speaking to a healthcare professional. This is especially important if you are being treated for any conditions or are on medications.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are safe to drink the tea, they will give you the go-ahead. However, if you are not, they may recommend other safe alternatives with similar health benefits.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/white-peony-tea-benefits-side-effects\/\">White Peony Tea Facts, Health Benefits And Side Effects<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Hibiscus_Tea\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33219 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4824-1024x576.png\" alt=\"hibiscus tea\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4824.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4824-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4824.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4824.png 1344w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hibiscus_Tea_Side_Effects\"><\/span><b>Hibiscus Tea Side Effects<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Despite contributing to numerous <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/green-tea-benefits-side-effects\/\">health benefits<\/a>, experts acknowledge that hibiscus tea has some possible adverse side effects. They include:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Liver_Damage\"><\/span><b>Liver Damage<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">First and foremost, Medical News Today reveals that taking too much of this tea can result in liver damage (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/318120#benefits\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The liver plays essential roles in your body, such as fat, protein, and carbohydrates metabolism.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is also responsible for enzyme activation, bile production and excretion, glycogen storage, minerals, and vitamins. When it is damaged, your body cannot appropriately perform these functions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Hibiscus_Tea\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33140 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4691-1024x576.png\" alt=\"detox tea\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4691.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4691-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4691.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4691.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Drug_Interactions\"><\/span><b>Drug Interactions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additionally, drinking this tea has also been linked to several side effects if it interacts with various types of medications (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/318120#benefits\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). For example, studies reveal that hibiscus tea can be unsafe to take alongside chloroquine for malaria (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/318120#benefits\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The two interact, and this herbal tea decreases the efficacy of the medicine in your body (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/318120#benefits\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). So again, it might not be a good idea if people take medications for diabetes or high blood pressure. Hibiscus tea is known to lower your blood pressure and blood sugar levels, and the combination of the tea and your medication could make them drop too low (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/318120#benefits\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, be very cautious when you are taking this herbal tea. Hibiscus tea also interacts with medications like diclofenac (Voltaren) and alters its effects on your body (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/vitamins\/ai\/ingredientmono-211\/hibiscus\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Similarly, it interacts with simvastatin (Zocor) and increases the speed at which your body gets rid of it (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/vitamins\/ai\/ingredientmono-211\/hibiscus\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, it would be best if you talked to your doctor if you take such medications or drugs for any of these medical conditions. Even if it is a minor interaction that makes you experience fewer adverse side effects, it is essential to consult with professionals.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Reasons why BetterMe is a safe bet: a wide range of calorie-blasting workouts, finger-licking recipes, 24\/7 support, challenges that\u2019ll keep you on your best game, and that just scratches the surface! <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Hibiscus_Tea\">Start using our app<\/a> and watch the magic happen.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Hibiscus_Tea\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-33136 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4696-1024x576.png\" alt=\"hibiscus tea\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4696.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4696-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4696.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4696.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Health_Problems\"><\/span><b>Health Problems<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taking this tea may also be unsafe because it could result in side effects like gas, stomach upset, and constipation (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/vitamins\/ai\/ingredientmono-211\/hibiscus\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Although these effects are uncommon, experiencing them is possible if you consistently drink this tea.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to WebMD, hibiscus tea has been used safely in amounts up to\u00a0 720 ml daily, for up to six weeks (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/vitamins\/ai\/ingredientmono-211\/hibiscus\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These are some of the side effects associated with drinking hibiscus tea. More importantly, you are advised to consult with your doctor because not everyone can consume this brew. According to WebMD, special precaution is required among individuals who are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Pregnant<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Drinking hibiscus tea has been deemed unsafe for pregnant women because it may stimulate a menstrual cycle or terminate the pregnancy (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/vitamins\/ai\/ingredientmono-211\/hibiscus\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). You are, therefore, advised to talk to your doctor for more insight on the best foods to consume for a healthy pregnancy.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Breastfeeding<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Breastfeeding women are also advised to keep away from hibiscus tea because it may be unsafe. Food experts acknowledge that the tea might have harmful effects on the infant (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/vitamins\/ai\/ingredientmono-211\/hibiscus\">4<\/a>)<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Undergoing Surgery<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Our discussion above shows that hibiscus tea affects your blood sugar levels and lowers your blood pressure. For this reason, it may not be easy to control your blood sugar levels during and after the surgery if you recently consumed this brew. So, you are advised to avoid using this tea at least two weeks before your scheduled surgery (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/vitamins\/ai\/ingredientmono-211\/hibiscus\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hibiscus tea is one of the most flavorful yet beneficial teas. The brew is made from the beautiful flowers or the calyx of the hibiscus plant. Hibiscus tea benefits range from the possibility of promoting weight loss, reducing disease risk, combating obesity to being packed with antioxidants.\u00a0 However, note that this tea has its side effects and is not suitable for some individuals. So, it would be best if you talked to your doctor before adding this brew to your drinks of choice.<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Hibiscus_Tea\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DISCLAIMER\"><\/span><b>DISCLAIMER:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This article is intended for general informational purposes only and does not address individual circumstances. It is not a substitute for professional advice or help and should not be relied on for decision-making. Any action you take upon the information presented in this article is strictly at your own risk and responsibility!<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SOURCES\"><\/span><b>SOURCES:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6337177\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beneficial Effects of Natural Bioactive Compounds from\u00a0Hibiscus sabdariffa\u00a0L. on Obesity<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2019, ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6621350\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Effect of hibiscus sabdariffa on blood pressure in patients with stage 1 hypertension<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2019, ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4808750\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Effects of Antioxidants in Human Cancers: Differential Effects on Non-Coding Intronic RNA Expression<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2016, ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/vitamins\/ai\/ingredientmono-211\/hibiscus\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hibiscus sabdariffa<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2020, webmd.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/301506#_noHeaderPrefixedContent\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How can antioxidants benefit our health?<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2018, medicalnewstoday.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5579700\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Multi-Targeted Molecular Effects of\u00a0Hibiscus sabdariffa\u00a0Polyphenols: An Opportunity for a Global Approach to Obesity<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2017, ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/318120#benefits\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What&#8217;s to know about hibiscus tea<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (2018, medicalnewstoday.com)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hibiscus tea is one of the many different types of tea that has gained popularity over the years. It was traditionally consumed by different cultures, however, as more people learned of its possible health benefits, they began to embrace it.\u00a0Today, you will find this tea being sold in almost every food court and restaurant. Even [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":35,"featured_media":37721,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[126],"tags":[],"coauthors":[114,87],"class_list":["post-32300","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-nutrition-facts"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v20.2.1 (Yoast SEO v25.4) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Hibiscus Tea Facts, Health Benefits And Side Effects - BetterMe<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"What are the hibiscus tea benefits? 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It was traditionally consumed by different cultures, however, as more people learned of its possible health benefits, they began to embrace it.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Today, you will find this tea being sold in almost every food court and restaurant. Even so, its popularity is not a solid reason to try it. Join us as we explore potential hibiscus tea benefits, which offer more concrete reasons why you should add this drink to your diet plan.<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n\\r\\n<h2 style=\\\"text-align: center;\\\"><b>What Is Hibiscus Tea?<\/b><\/h2>\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Hibiscus tea is made from the dried parts or the beautiful flowers of the hibiscus plant known as\u00a0<\/span><i><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Hibiscus sabdariffa<\/span><\/i><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">\u00a0(<\/span><a href=\\\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/318120#benefits\\\"><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">). The plant\u2019s origin is Southeast Asia and North Africa, but it is now grown in tropical and subtropical climates (<\/span><a href=\\\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/318120#benefits\\\"><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">).<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">The flowers have a deep red color that you also acquire when preparing hibiscus tea. Besides the flowers, you can also prepare this herbal tea using the part that protects and supports the flower known as the calyx (<\/span><a href=\\\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/318120#benefits\\\"><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">).\u00a0<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Its dried form is used to make this brew. However, you do not throw away the hibiscus plant after getting your cup of tea. 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