Researchers studies 65 people with high blood pressure and found that those drinking hibiscus tea had an average of 7.2 percent drop in their blood pressure.  This information can be found at Natural News.

Hibiscus has long been used for medical and health purposes.  It strengthens the immune system as well as helps reduce cholesterol.  It cna be used as a relaxant and is a great diuretic.

Hibiscus actually adds a sweet flavor to herbal teas and has long been used by companies like Celestial Seasonings.  In fact, here is a partial list of the Celestial Seasonings teas that contain Hibiscus:

• Red Zinger
• Wild Berry Zinger
• Lemon Zinger
• In fact all of the “Zinger” teas
• Saphara Blackcurrant Hibiscus

There are a number of other brands that carry hibiscus or you can make it youself using the recipe found at Food Network. Hibiscus gives a wonderful, refreshing flavor to teas that makes it perfect for almost anyone.  Teas with hibiscus in them make excellent, natural alternatives to Kool Aid. Between the great flavor and the health benefits Hibiscus tea is a no brainer.

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