Hibiscus flowers
Many hibiscus species produce bright red flowers. Fresh or dried chalices, or external verticles protecting these flowers, are transformed into perfusions based on hot plants or cold drinks with a soft and tart flavor in a variety of countries, according to a study published in April 2022 in the journal Drugs.
Teas sold by the bag are the most common in the United States. You can also find ice creams, Agua de Jamaica sweet in Mexican restaurants, and Sorrel, which is a sugary hibiscus infusion mixed with spices and cold served, in the restaurants of the Caribbean.
The medicinal properties of hibiscus flowers and leaves include reducing inflammation, lower blood pressure and cholesterol, stimulation of weight loss and liver health support, according to the Cleveland Clinic. Hibiscus also contains antioxidants, including beta-carotene (vitamin A), vitamin C and anthocyanine, a vegetable pigment.
Impact on estrogen
The specific element of the estrogen type of the hibiscus is still unknown. But research suggests that hibiscus has the ability to imitate or improve estrogens in the body, according to a study published in July 2020 in the journal Biomedicine and pharmacotherapy. The hibiscus contains phytoestrogens or estrogens based on plants.
Another study published in June 2023 in the journal Planting food for human nutrition looked at the rats without ovaries. The study indicated that hibiscus extract has reduced the negative effects of the elimination of ovaries on the memory function of rats. The authors suggest that more research should be carried out on the use of hibiscus as an alternative to hormonal synthetic replacement therapy in menopause.
Hibiscus root
The roots of Hibiscus Sabdariffa L. shrub can potentially combat cancer tumors, according to research published in October 2024 in the journal Vegetarians. And the roots of Hibiscus rosa-sinensis Linn. Shrub has long been used in traditional medicine, according to research published in May 2022 in the International Journal of Health Sciences. In Malaysia, they were used to treat sexually transmitted infections and fever. In Nepal, they were used as a treatment against cough. And in India, they were used as an abortion medication.
Recommendations
According to a review, various parts of the hibiscus factory were used in traditional medicine as a form of contraception Borders in pharmacology. And scientific studies provide evidence of its effectiveness.
Pregnant women should play safely and avoid drinking hibiscus tea, according to Banner Health, a health system in Arizona. It can cause a miscarriage or make blood sugar control more difficult during pregnancy. The effectiveness of the use of hibiscus products as a form of birth control has not been compared to conventional methods in research. So opt for birth control that has been approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration to prevent pregnancy.
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