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The Flower Power of Hibiscus Tea

Nutrition Facts with Dr. Greger

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The Benefits of Herbal Tea for Weight Loss

After 12 weeks there was a greater reduction in waistlines and percent body fat in the hibiscus group compared to those who got placebo capsules. I recommend people stick to no more than a quartered day on a regular basis due to the high manganese content. Manganese is an essential trace mineral but nine cups a day might result in too much of a good thing. In our next story we look at how the blood pressure lowering effects of hibiscUS tea compared to the dash diet a plant-based diet in long distance endurance exercise.

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