Meta Information
ID:hibiscus-tea
Name:Hibiscus Tea
Schema Version:1.5
Alternate Names
- Roselle Tea
- Sour Tea
- Karkadeh
Intervention Type
dietary_practice
Expected Cost Mean
Low Cost:
5
High Cost:
20
Cost Type:
monthly
Description:
Cost for dried hibiscus flowers or tea bags; not covered by insurance.
Summary
Hibiscus tea, derived from *Hibiscus sabdariffa* calyces, contains anthocyanins and other polyphenols. It primarily acts as an ACE inhibitor-like agent and diuretic, contributing to blood pressure reduction. Its antioxidant properties may also mitigate oxidative stress, relevant for vascular health and overall longevity.
Purpose
Lowers blood pressure, improves lipid profiles, and provides antioxidant support.
Card Summary
Natural beverage supporting cardiovascular health and blood pressure regulation.
Drug Class
Drugs In Class
Empty Array
Impact
Score:
4.5
Justification:
Targets blood pressure and lipid profiles, supporting cardiovascular health.
Evidence
Grade:
A
Score:
8.5
Justification:
Robust evidence from human RCTs and meta-analyses for blood pressure.
Safety
Score:
2.5
Justification:
Generally recognized as safe with minimal adverse effects at typical doses.
Flags
- May interact with certain blood pressure medications, potentially causing hypotension.
- May interact with warfarin due to potential vitamin K content, increasing bleeding risk.
- Diuretic effect may increase excretion of some medications.
- Avoid during pregnancy due to potential emmenagogue effects.
Verdict
Safe, evidence-backed support for cardiovascular health and blood pressure.
Model
Gemini 3 Flash
Delivery
Route:
none
Scope:
- systemic
Indication
Focus:
healthspan
Description:
Hibiscus tea, derived from *Hibiscus sabdariffa* calyces, contains anthocyanins and other polyphenols. It primarily acts as an ACE inhibitor-like agent and diuretic, contributing to blood pressure red...
Typical Protocol
- Consume 1-2 cups of hibiscus tea daily, brewed from dried calyces, for blood pressure and metabolic support.