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Health Benefits:
Aids in digestion
Aids in weight loss
Anti inflammatory
Diuretic
Increases immunity
Promotes eye health
Relaxation
Relieves sore throat
Nutrition:
Serving size: 100g; Calories: 37; Fat: 0.7g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 3mg; Carbs: 7.4g; Fiber:0g; Sugars: 6g; Protein: 0.4g; Potassium: 0%DV Vitamin A: 0%DV; Vitamin C: 31%DV; Calcium: 0%DV; Iron: 48%DV
Did You Know?
- In Egypt and Sudan, hibiscus is used to help maintain a normal body temperature, support heart health, and encourage fluid balance
- Hibiscus is traditionally used for supporting normal blood pressure maintenance
Ways to Eat:
- As a tea
- In/on salads and meats
Farming Trivia:
- Approximately 15-30 percent of the hibiscus plant is made up of plant acids, including citric acid, malic acid, tartaric acid and allo-hydroxycitric acid lactone
Note: Always consult a physician for any specific health questions and concerns. Some of this information may be subject to change should there be any new findings from Federal Health Administration (FHA), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), American Medical Association (AMA), American Cancer Society (ACS), and / or other leading food, nutrition and medical advisors.
