While there has been no scientific evidence to support some of the many benefits known about the hibiscus plant, some researchers believe that it is capable of potentially lowering blood pressure, treating high cholesterol, preventing UTIs and acting as antibiotics among others, due to certain chemicals it contains. Hibiscus is also very high in vitamin C, which means it’s an incredible immune system booster.
Get your dose of antioxidants while staying hydrated with our refreshing hibiscus mocktail recipe.
Ingredients:
4 cups hot water
2 teaspoons hibiscus leaves (dried)
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons raw honey (use preferred quantity)
2 tablespoons sparkling water
4 cubes ice
Mint leaves (to garnish)
Preparation:
- Wash hibiscus leaves with warm water for a few seconds
- Drop them into the hot water and allow to brew and cool
- Add the fresh lemon juice, honey, sparkling water and ice and then stir
- Add mint leaves
- Sip away