This flower native to Africa is full of powerful antioxidants and its diuretic properties help reduce inflammation.
Although Jamaica water is one of the most traditional drinks in Mexico, the reality is that this flower is native to Africa. Also known as the Abyssinian rose or by its scientific name, Hibiscus sabdariffa, this plant grows in dry subtropical climates and according to the Government of the Mexican Republic: ‘Mexico has a production of almost 7 thousand tons of Jamaica and is the state of Guerrero the main producer‘. It plays a great key socioeconomic role, since typical dishes, jams and tea are made from its red flowers.
And some tacos in the early morning without hibiscus water? No way, it’s basic. But in addition to having a great flavor, there are other properties that make it key when it’s very hot.
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What does hibiscus do in the body?
‘The Jamaica flower or hibiscus has a unique anthocyanin, a powerful antioxidant, which helps
detoxify the liver by reducing mucus from the wall of its cell membranes,’ explain the expert.
What effects does drinking hibiscus water have?
‘Hisbicus has diuretic and astringent properties, which help eliminate the
accumulation of fluids and toxins from the body,’ they say. In addition, it has other benefits: ‘Also, it can help lower blood pressure and level blood sugar levels,’ they share. As long as it is taken alone, even if you are tempted to add sugar to hibiscus water, you will be having the opposite effect.
What type of diuretic is hibiscus?
‘The intense colors indicate a high content of antioxidants and other phytonutrients. The red color like that of the Jamaica flower (given by the anthocyanin it contains) is especially focused on cleansing the blood.’
What does hibiscus do to the kidneys?
‘Let’s think that we all have an overload of toxins accumulated in our body to a greater or lesser degree. We are convinced that the root of most diseases and health and well-being problems is rooted in an overload of toxins,’ they say with conviction. ‘Although hibiscus helps to detoxify our liver especially, only a comprehensive diet and lifestyle focused on minimizing the entry of toxins into our body and releasing those already accumulated will result in health and well-being.’
When should you not drink hibiscus water?
Regarding this, the Health Coach recommends avoiding hibiscus in case of dehydration or if you have heartburn problems. ‘Also if you are taking blood pressure medication or the medication chloroquine for malaria,’ warns health coach.
How much hibiscus water should you drink per day?
The two experts recommend drinking one or 2 cups of water or Jamaican tea a day. ‘Let’s eat colors!’
This is the recipe for hibis cus, cinnamon and rosemary water From the Earth.
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon of organic Jamaica flower
- 2 organic cinnamon sticks
- 2 branches of fresh or dried organic rosemary
- 2 cups of water
- 1 tablespoon sustainable raw honey (its optional)
Preparation:
- Put the Jamaica, cinnamon and rosemary in a tea jug.
- Add the very hot water and let it infuse for 15 minutes.
- It can be drunk warm as tea or at the same time.
- Let’s remember not to drink liquids over 60 degrees C or very cold.
- Honey cannot be heated, so we must add it once its temperature has dropped to less than 38 degrees.
