TASTY, NUTRITIOUS, SOOTHING AND GOOD FOR HEART HEALTH!
This hibiscus and rosehip tea offers a soothing property to the nerves and emotional /psychological state of mind. It is regarded as a mild sedative and anti-depressant. It is increasingly used in treatments for conditions of stress: nervous tension, peptic ulcers, heart disease, among others.
Rose hips (the flowers which have swollen to seed) are an excellent source of vitamins A, B3, C, D and E. They also contain bioflavonoids, citric acid, flavonoids, fructose, malic acid, tannins and zinc. Taken in the form of tea they are good for infections, particularly bladder infections. Rose hip tea is also used in the treatment of diarrhea. It is an especially good source of vitamin C.
Hibiscus: Fight High Blood Pressure with Nourishingflowers!
I have long admired hibiscus flowers (Hibiscus sabdariffa) for their exotic beauty. A tart and tasty brew comes from the seedpods of the tropical variety known as ‘roselle’. After the petals have fallen, the seedpod develops within a fleshy red calyx from the flower’s base. These red pods are rich in vitamin C, calcium, niacin, riboflavin and iron, and also in certain anthocyanins whose antioxidant strength rivals that of quercetin and vitamin E. Hibiscus extracts have long been used to lower blood pressure in individuals with mild hypertension. Hibiscus relaxes the walls of blood vessels and acts as a diuretic, but unlike most diuretic drugs, it does not deplete the body of potassium.
To make your brew of my hibiscus & rose hip tea, which by the way is truly delicious. Cover with distilled or purified water and boil for 30 minutes (longer if desired). Strain through a fine strainer or cheesecloth and add a bit of honey, Cinnamon or lemon, if desired.
The following are some of the health benefits of drinking rosehip tea:
Rosehip tea is considered strengthening to the stomach;
Rosehip tea is useful in combating diarrhea;
Rosehip tea fights dysentery;
Rosehip tea is valued for its pectoral qualities that is good for coughs and spitting of blood;
Rosehip tea can be used to help treat distempers of the breast;
Rosehip tea can also help break the stone and to ease and help the colic.
4 ounces tea in a square re-usable tin. Ingredient: Organic hibiscus, rosehips, peppermint.
