Karkade is a flower tea, for which dried inflorescences of tender hibiscus are used , which is also called the Sudanese rose. Despite the proven usefulness and wide distribution, karkade tea has contraindications and can harm some people.
Contraindications and useful properties of carcade
A list of contraindications to the use of karkade tea, although not extensive, should not be ignored. This drink can be harmful when:
- individual intolerance and allergies;
- lowered arterial pressure;
- pregnancy and during breastfeeding;
- children up to 12 months;
- presence of chronic diseases of the stomach associated with increased acidity;
- kidney and gallbladder diseases;
- use with some medicines (antibiotics, hormonal drugs).
Useful properties of carcade are much greater than contraindications. Hibiscus flowers have a rich set of useful components - vitamins, amino acids, fruit acids, mineral elements. Tea karkade in the eastern countries has long been used to reduce high blood pressure, strengthen immunity and overall health of the body. In addition, the floral drink has antipyretic and antibacterial action. The painkillers' properties of carcade may be useful to women in painful menstruation.
Since carcade tea contains a large amount of vitamin C , it is a powerful antioxidant. Another quality of women that is valued by women is the ability to help with weight loss. This floral drink well removes excess water from the body, accelerates metabolism, helps to cleanse the intestines.