2024-01-13 15:08:01
05:07 PM Saturday, January 13, 2024
Written by Saber Najah:
Hibiscus is considered a drink that contains a large amount of nutrients necessary for a healthy body. Some people resort to drinking it to lower blood pressure as well, but it may have some special benefits for cholesterol patients. What are they?
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In the following context, the “Consulto” explains the benefits of hibiscus for cholesterol patients, according to Dr. Bahaa Naji, clinical nutrition consultant.
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Benefits of hibiscus for cholesterol patients
The clinical nutrition consultant explained that hibiscus tea is a beneficial drink for cholesterol patients, noting that it may lead to a lower risk of cardiovascular disease when consumed daily.
Naji added that hibiscus tea is an effective beverage in lowering high blood pressure and reducing harmful cholesterol levels in the body.
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Naji pointed out that when the level of harmful cholesterol in the blood increases, fatty plaques accumulate on the inner walls of the arteries, and thus their elasticity decreases and they become subject to hardening and blockage, which increases the pressure on the heart and forces it to make an additional effort to pump oxygen-laden blood to the body’s organs. If the coronary artery is exposed to Stiffness, the blood supply to the heart muscle decreases, leading to heart attacks.
Naji emphasized that hibiscus is characterized by its role in reducing the level of harmful cholesterol in the blood, and even contributes to raising the level of good cholesterol.
How to use hibiscus for cholesterol patients
To make the most of the benefits of hibiscus for hibiscus patients, a clinical nutrition consultant recommends drinking hibiscus tea 3 times before main meals, while following a healthy diet and exercising.
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