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Tea > Herbal Tea > Hibiscus Tea
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Hibiscus Tea
100% pure hibiscus tea made with only hibiscus flowers. A popular, healthy drink enjoyed since ancient times.
Rating: ***** 4.5
Item Number: 325
Tea type: Herbal Tea
Caffeine: None
Origin: Thailand
Availability: In stock
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Description: *
Hibiscus Tea. 100% pure hibiscus tea made with only hibiscus flowers. A popular, healthy drink enjoyed since ancient times. Our biggest seller. Email for pricing on quantities greater than 250 lbs.
Sometimes referred to as karkade, carcadè, Rosa de Jamaica, Jamaican roselle and red sorrel tea. It has been shown to reduce cholesterol and blood pressure.
Use 1 heaping teaspoon per 6 oz cup. Heat water
until boiling steep for 5-10 minutes or to taste.
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cost per cup
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Iced Tea (4)
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$4.75
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50
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$0.09 / cup
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1/2 oz sample
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$1.00
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6
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$0.16 / cup
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1/4 lb
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$3.75
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50
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$0.07 / cup
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1/2 lb
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$7.12
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100
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$0.07 / cup
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1 lb
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$13.50
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200
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$0.06 / cup
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2 lbs
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$23.00
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400
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$0.05 / cup
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4 lbs
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$44.00
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800
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$0.05 / cup
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10 lbs ***
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$100.00
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2000
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$0.05 / cup
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Iced Bulk (32)
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$35.00
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1
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$35.00 / cup
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** based on the standard definition of 2.25g of leaves per 6 oz cup, actual use may vary, does not include multiple infusions.
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*****
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I know it's good for you but...
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06/23/2008 12:33
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*****
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Great recipe!
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05/16/2008 15:21
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"In San Antonio, Texas, a beautiful city with 68% people of Spanish origin, almost every restaurant serves Hibiscus tea, combining a hibiscus (jamaica) with peppermint leaves. "Karkade" is actually served in some restaurants combining Hibiscus, Mint, Ginger root, and White grape juice.... DELICIOUS! I keep it in my frig. Play with the amount of ingredients. No need to add sugar with the white grape juice. Kiddos LOVE it as an alternative to sweet drinks, and its very good for you. "
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Posted by anonymous | View all reviews by anonymous
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*****
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Beautiful & Soothing
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03/31/2008 06:32
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"This tea has quickly become one of my favorites; it's refreshing, has wonderful flavor and mouth feel, and it soothes me in the mid-afternoon when I am at my most stressed point in the day. I went out on a limb purchasing this tea and was happily rewarded; many thanks to DragonWater for allowing it's patrons to post reviews, otherwise I may not have tried this amazing tea."
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Posted by anonymous | View all reviews by anonymous (3)
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*****
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I like it with other herbs
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02/15/2008 20:05
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"My favorite thing to do is to brew a pinch of hibiscus with a pinch of chamomile or a pinch of spearmint before bed. Nice and relaxing, I do like tart flavors--one reason I like this tea. "
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Posted by anonymous | View all reviews by anonymous
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*****
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no subject
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12/25/2007 17:49
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"I wasn't expecting such a tart taste when I took my first sip. Next time I will cut the amount of tea in half and steep it for less time. Tough to drink without sugar!
[Edit: I have been drinking this tea for about a month now and it has really grown on me. So much so that I have changed my rating from 3 to 5 stars. If you're put off by the sour taste at first, experiment with different amounts of leaves, sugar, and steeping time. Don't give up on it right away!] "
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Posted by Nick | View all reviews by Nick (13)
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*****
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no subject
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12/01/2007 11:06
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*****
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great tea
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11/26/2007 15:40
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"My husband and I love this tea. It has a strong, but very nice, flavor. We also drink it when we are feeling under the weather- it's great for a sore throat or congestion."
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Posted by anonymous | View all reviews by anonymous (2)
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*****
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Its great!
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11/24/2007 18:45
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"I got it for a heath tea to drink that I have put to geather for my self, Daminana, hibiscus, guto kola and nettle. I came out great."
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Posted by silverpanthra | View all reviews by silverpanthra (33)
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*****
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no subject
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11/19/2007 00:11
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*****
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no subject
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11/19/2007 00:05
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"I love hibiscus tea, so it was wonderful to find pure hibiscus. Many of the other teas I have tried blended it with black tea or other flowers. Just be sure not to overbrew hibiscus, or it leaves a bitter aftertaste."
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Posted by Mizu | View all reviews by Mizu (8)
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*****
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Addendum to previous review
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10/02/2007 09:55
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"As an aside, I am currently in medical school, and this particular style of tea was mentioned regarding its lowering effects on blood pressure. If you are drinking this tea regularly and are taking medication for high blood pressure, you should probably notify your doctor so he/she can monitor your blood pressure closely, and make adjustments to your medication if needed. Just thought people might want to know. Nonetheless, this tea is wonderful! Been drinking it for 2+ weeks now before bed, and it's great at helping me fall asleep!"
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Posted by Protosv | View all reviews by Protosv (4)
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*****
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The best Hibiscus tea I have found
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09/24/2007 09:35
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"I have shopped around and tried several varieties of hibiscus from various origins around the globe. I can safely say that this particular hibiscus is the most flavorful and produces the strongest cup I have ever tasted. A sweet/tart flavor with a little sugar added makes for a wonderful relaxant before bedtime, or chill it with ice for a tasty drink in the summer! I bought 1/2lb of this on a whim, and I was not disappointed! I will definitely be purchasing more in the near future..."
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Posted by Protosv | View all reviews by Protosv (4)
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*****
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Great!
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07/15/2007 12:55
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*****
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Great tea!
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06/26/2007 19:46
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"Fell in love with this tea while in Egypt... I drink it iced, and add lime or lime juice and a little sugar..
Yours is better quality than what I brought back from Egypt... "
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Posted by yankee lady | View all reviews by yankee lady (1)
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Not my favorite tea.
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04/23/2007 02:43
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"Not my favorite tea. I jumped the boat and ordered a pound of it after reading about the health benefits of hibiscus tea. I haven't adjusted to the strong flavor. I'm continuing to drink it because it's good for me but the tart "citrus-y orange-y" flavor even added to other teas is too strong for me. It may be an acquired taste.
However dragonwater's customer service was great as always! Thanks!"
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Posted by anonymous | View all reviews by anonymous (23)
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*****
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tart...
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03/23/2007 20:17
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"I use it with my green tea, for the health reasons...I find it some what like crandberries...Ya it adds a tartness to the tea mixure..."
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Posted by anonymous | View all reviews by anonymous (3)
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*****
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no subject
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03/19/2007 18:34
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*****
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no subject
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02/26/2007 21:30
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"Very tart flavor, and a nice color. Makes a great tea when you're in the mood for something different or before bed"
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Posted by anonymous | View all reviews by anonymous (4)
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*****
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no subject
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02/11/2007 09:58
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"A very punchy red color with an equally tangy flavor. I like it alone, but I think it would be better blended with a fruit tea. "
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Posted by Joellyn | View all reviews by Joellyn (16)
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no subject
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01/23/2007 11:04
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"Very flavorful, tart tea with a nice red color. I liked it hot and am looking forward to trying it over ice."
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Posted by anonymous | View all reviews by anonymous (2)
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01/01/2007 22:02
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"Gorgeous color, tart, tart flavor. Most excellent when blended with any fruit or herbal tea. Refreshing and exciting when brewed and sweetened for an iced tea."
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Posted by anonymous | View all reviews by anonymous (9)
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*****
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12/15/2006 15:10
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"This is the first time, I've tried this tea, heard about it from my husbands family who live in Jordan,, its delicious,, i make it the way they do just adding a little lemon and sweetner,, the brilliant red color and the fantastic taste make it one of my new favorite teas..! Great packaging also with resealable foil, talk about fresh!!"
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*****
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no subject
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09/12/2006 13:41
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*****
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Fabulous
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08/28/2006 10:18
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"I loved this tea iced with a bit of sugar--It has a striking deep red color. It tasted great and I feel I am getting some real health benefits."
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Posted by anonymous | View all reviews by anonymous (2)
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08/24/2006 16:51
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"Wow! Hibiscus produces a very potent herbal infusion. I'd suggest reducing the recommended amount by half. The flavor is wonderful and tart. This is a fantastic addition to other teas."
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Posted by anonymous | View all reviews by anonymous (9)
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Additional information:
Hibiscus (Hibiscus sabdariffa) is a flowering shrub in the plant family of Malvaceae.
Other names: Jamaica sorrel, red sorrel, roselle, rozelle, sorrel
Classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Division: Magnoliophyta
Class: Magnoliopsida
Order: Malvales
Family: Malvaceae
Genus: Hibscus
Species: Hibiscus sabdariffa (and ~200 other species)
Description
Hibiscus (Hibiscus sabdariffa), also known as roselle, is a flowering shrub in the plant family of Malvaceae and is the commonly used species of hibiscus for tea. The calyces (or calyxes) are used which are the outer portion of the flower bud. The calyces are often referred to as hibiscus flowers in recipes and tea blends.
Traditional usage
This list reflects the "traditional usage" of hibiscus, which should be considered folklore unless supported by a scientific study. Studies, where available, are quoted and referenced. See the Disclaimer below.
Cholesterol / Heart Disease - a study at the Chung Shan University in Taiwan involving rats on high cholesterol diets demonstrated that an extract of the hibiscus flower significantly lowered cholesterol content in blood serum and prevented oxidation of LDL, "bad", cholesterol.
"Experiments have shown that compounds extracted from red wine and tea reduce cholesterol and lipid build-up in the arteries of rats.
"This is the first study to show that Hibiscus extract has the same effect."
- Dr. Chau-Jong Wang, lead researcher
Hypertension - in one study individuals with hypertension were given hibiscus tea once daily for 12 days. Members of the control group lowered their blood pressure by 11% versus 4% for the control group.
Liver Disorder - hibiscus is thought to help with liver disorders, though no studies to this effect have been done.
Ref: [2][3]
Side effects
No studies on the side effects of hibiscus usage have been reviewed.
Tea blends
Hibscus flowers can be used alone as a tea or blended with other herbals. Common blends include:
Hibiscus/Rose Hips - these herbs are often combined.
Note: the above combinations of herbs and their effects should be considered "folklore" and are not based on clinical studies. See the Disclaimer below.
Chemical makeup
This list of chemicals represents the calyx and flower
material only, where possible, and is not
comprehensive.
Acetic-acid
Aluminum
Anisaldehyde
Anthocyanins
Ascorbic-acid
Benzaldehyde
Benzyl-alcohol
Beta-Carotene
Butyric-acid
Calcium
Calcium-oxalate
Caprylic-acid
Carbohydrates
Chromium
Citric-acid
Cobalt
Cyanidin-3-sambubioside
Delphinin
Delphinidin
Delphinidin-3-glucoside
Delphinidin-3-sambubioside
Ethanol
Formic-acid
Glycolic-acid
Gossipetin
Gossypetin-3-glucoside
Hibiscetin
Hibiscic-acid
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Hibiscin
Hibiscretin
Iron
Isoamyl-alcohol
Isopropyl-alcohol
Magnesium
Malic-acid
Manganese
Methanol
3-Methyl-1-butanol
Mucilage
Niacin
Oxalic-acid
Pectin
Pelargonic-acid
Potassium
Propionic-acid
Protocatechuic-acid
Resin
Riboflavin
Sabdaretin
Sabdaritrin
Selenium
Sucrose
Alpha-terpinyl-acetate
Thiamin
Utalonic-acid
Zinc
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Ref: [1]
Learn more
PubMed - Clinical studies of Hibiscus sabdariffa
References
1. Duke, James A. Handbook of phytochemical
constituents of GRAS herbs and other economic
plants. 2000 Boca Raton, FL. CRC Press.
2. Chang-Che Chen, Fen-Pi Chou, Yung-Chyan Ho, Wea-Lung Lin, Chin-Pin Wang, Erl-Shyh Kao, An-Chung Huang and Chau-Jong Wang "Inhibitory effects of Hibiscus sabdariffa L extract on low-density lipoprotein oxidation and anti-heperlipidemia in fructose-fed and cholesterol-fed rats" Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture Volume 84
3. Haji Faraji M, Haji Tarkhani A. "The effect of sour tea (Hibiscus sabdariffa) on essential hypertension." Journal Ethnopharmacol 1999;65:231-6.
Disclamier
The information provided here is for informational or entertainment purposes only. Dragonwater Tea Company LLC makes no claim as to the health benefits or appropriateness of any product for any medical condition. Please consult a physician for all medical advice.
* The information provided here is for informational or entertainment purposes only. Dragonwater Tea Company LLC makes no claim as to the health benefits or appropriateness of any product for any medical condition. Please consult a physician for all medical advice.
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