Drink Hibiscus Tea to Beat the Summer Heat
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In the heat, find the coolness of your heart.
— Hafiz
Happy Monday morning!
Summer heat kicking in? This weeks tip; drink hibiscus tea daily to stay cool.
Hibiscus (Hibiscus sabdariffa) is traditionally used in Ayurveda for its cooling properties. Studies show that it lowers blood pressure among many, many other diverse health benefits.
Hibiscus is considered cooling by helping to ease excess heat, both physically (like inflammation) and emotionally (like irritability or agitation).
This meta-analysis, Exploring the Health Benefits and Therapeutic Potential of Roselle (Hibiscus sabdariffa) in Human Studies found:
Scientific evidence has demonstrated the pharmacological potential of Roselle, including its antihypertensive, anti-hyperlipidaemic, anti‐inflammatory, antimicrobial, diuretic, uricosuric (increase the excretion of uric acid) and anaemia-treating effects.
According to Ayurvedic tradition, hibiscus has a sweet and astringent taste and a cooling energetic effect, making it particularly beneficial for internal balance. Hibiscus tea and decoctions are common practices in Ayurveda and traditional Chinese Medicine.
Just as you seek coolness in the summer heat with hibiscus tea, Hafiz writes, you can find the coolness of your heart in difficult times. This suggests that true strength and solace comes from within.
Your tip for the week: Brew, chill, and sip hibiscus tea each afternoon until next Monday for a calming and cooling experience.
So my question for you this week: What works for you in stressful times, how do you calm your heart? Have you tried hibiscus tea? Share in the comments.
I look forward to hearing from you. In the meantime, thank you for reading, subscribing, and sharing my work.
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Have a great week, and I’ll see you in the comments!
Live life well 🤍
Mary Ann
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Love it! I am working on an article for this incredible plant’s blood pressure effects as well!
My naturopathic doctor introduced me to hibiscus tea to help lower my blood pressure. It worked like a charm. Thank you for these posts. Very helpful.