{"id":160244,"date":"2022-06-03T11:11:06","date_gmt":"2022-06-03T05:41:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/?p=160244"},"modified":"2026-03-02T11:02:12","modified_gmt":"2026-03-02T11:02:12","slug":"ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-hibiscus","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-hibiscus\/","title":{"rendered":"Hibiscus: Uses, Benefits, Side Effects and More!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n<\/head>

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Introduction<\/a><\/li>
Nutritional Value of Hibiscus<\/a><\/li>
Properties of Hibiscus<\/a><\/li>
Potential Uses of Hibiscus<\/a><\/li>
How to Use Hibiscus?<\/a><\/li>
Side Effects of Hibiscus<\/a><\/li>
Precautions to Take with Hibiscus\u00a0<\/a><\/li>
Interactions with Other Drugs<\/a><\/li>
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li>
References<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n \n <\/span>\n $\"Join$ \n <\/a>\n
<\/span>Introduction<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nHibiscus, commonly called Roselle, belongs to the family Malvaceae<\/em>. Hibiscus has over 300 species of flowering plants, and one of them is Hibiscus sabdariffa<\/em> Linne<\/em>. It is considered a multipurpose plant that may have various health benefits. Hibiscus is a perennial flowering plant grown throughout the seasons.^{<\/sup>The shrub originated in Africa and is planted worldwide in tropical and subtropical regions of India, China, Sudan, Malaysia, Taiwan and many other countries}1<\/a>,3<\/a><\/sup>. Hibiscus is cultivated for flowers, leaves, stems, seeds and roots. Hibiscus flowers and seed oils are widely used in food, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical formulations. Hibiscus has medicinal value, which has been referenced in Ayurveda and the Chinese medicine system. It is commonly called Lalambari or Gudhal in Hindi and Jaswandh in Marathi 1<\/a>,2<\/a><\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Hibiscus extracts may offer a source of products that can be used to prevent and treat melanoma. source: PMC<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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The leaf extract of Hibiscus rosa-sinensis is more potent in promoting hair growth compared to the flower extract. source: PubMed<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Nutritional Value of Hibiscus<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Hibiscus has good nutritional value, which is given below <\/p>\n\n\n\n
1. Fat:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Calyx:<\/strong> 0.1g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Seeds:<\/strong> 21.4g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Leaves: <\/strong>0.3g<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
2. Protein<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Calyx: <\/strong>2g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Seeds:<\/strong> 28.9g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Leaves:<\/strong> 3.5g<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
3. Vitamin C<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Calyx: <\/strong>17mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Seeds:<\/strong> 9mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Leaves:<\/strong> 2.3mg<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
4. Calcium<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Calyx: <\/strong>150mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Seeds: <\/strong>350mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Leaves: <\/strong>240mg<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
5. Iron<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Calyx: <\/strong>3mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Seeds:<\/strong> 9mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Leaves: <\/strong>5mg<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
6. Thiamine<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Calyx: <\/strong>0.05mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Seeds: <\/strong>0.1mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Leaves:<\/strong> 0.2mg<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
7. Riboflavin<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Calyx:<\/strong> 0.07mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Seeds:<\/strong> 0.15mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Leaves: <\/strong>0.4mg<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
8. Niacin<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Calyx:<\/strong> 0.06mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Seeds: <\/strong>1.5mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Leaves: <\/strong>1.4mg<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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According to a study, regular consumption of hibiscus tea<\/a> potentially lowered the blood pressure of a hypertensive patient as compared to the initial dose of the standard medication to lower the BP. So, hibiscus tea might be useful to bring down high BP with the avoidance of side effects of the medications used to treat hypertension 12<\/a><\/sup>.<\/p>\n Dr. Siddharth Gupta, B.A.M.S, M.D (Ayu)<\/strong><\/a><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Properties of Hibiscus<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThe whole plant of hibiscus, including the flower, stem, leaves, roots and seeds, has beneficial properties 1<\/a><\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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It may have antiseptic properties<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may have anti-spasmodic properties (relieves muscle spasms)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may have blood pressure-lowering properties<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may have a mild laxative effect (help constipation)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may have a diuretic effect (increase urine production)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may have antioxidant activity<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may have anti-cancer activity<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may have an antipyretic effect (reduce fever)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may have sedative properties<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may have blood sugar-lowering properties 1<\/a>,4<\/a><\/sup>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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In Egypt and Sudan, tea extracted from a part of the hibiscus flower is used as a refrigerant to lower body temperature. This preparation is known as karkade.<\/p>\nDr. Rajeev Singh, BAMS<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Potential Uses of Hibiscus<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Hibiscus may have the following potential uses that might benefit various health conditions.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
1. Potential Uses of Hibiscus for Cancer<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Hibiscus calyx juice might be beneficial for cancer.^{<\/sup>It may show an antiproliferative (reducing cancer cell spread) effect and has antioxidants which may perform free radical scavenging activities. The human cell line studies by Akim et al. 2011 have shown that hibiscus juice may cause cancer cell death. It might be considered that hibiscus may have potential uses in cancer-related diseases}1<\/a>,2<\/a><\/sup>. However, these studies are insufficient and require more human trials to support the potential use of hibiscus for cancer management in humans. Cancer is a serious medical condition and may require a qualified doctor for proper diagnosis and treatment. Therefore, seeking medical advice from a doctor before consuming hibiscus juice is preferable.<\/p>
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