Helps Fight Tumors
Hibiscus tea has anti-tumor properties that help prevent and treat cancer. In the article published in the Journal of Food Science and Technology (2006), researchers found that hibiscus tea contains antioxidants, which protect against cell damage caused by free radicals; these are also known as reactive oxygen species (ROS). ROS can lead to inflammation, heart disease, cancer, and other health problems. Antioxidants fight these free radicals by neutralizing them before they cause any damage to the cells or DNA.
Hibiscus is rich in anthocyanins, the powerful antioxidants in berries like blueberries and acai. They have been shown to reduce oxidative stress on cells by helping prevent or treat inflammatory conditions such as arthritis risk factors associated with cardiovascular diseases such as high cholesterol levels and blood pressure.
