Hibiscus tea for weight loss? Find out the details here!

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While it is a widely known fact that drinking tea aids weight loss, it really depends on what kind of tea you're drinking.

Hibiscus tea is taken from the calyces of the hibiscus plant and is reported to have many health benefits on top of being a weight loss aide. The hibiscus flower is a tropical bloom worn by Hawaiian and Tahitian girls, according to Food World News. In addition to being Haiti's national flower, its petals reportedly contain a concentrated amount of minerals, antioxidants and other health beneficial properties.

According to Organic Facts, hibiscus tea has a sour taste and is favored by many around the world because it is caffeine-free and low-calorie. People can either drink this tea cold or hot depending on their preference.

Here are some weight loss benefits of drinking hibiscus tea:

Feel more sated over other sugary or carbonated drinks

There's a reason why hibiscus tea is touted to be a weight loss tea. Drinking more of this tart-tasting beverage can make you feel more full for a longer time. Live Strong referenced a study published in 2010 at the Journal for Nurse Practitioners and it stated that drinking hibiscus tea can help a person drink more fluids, feel more sated and drink less soda and sugary beverages.

Calorie-free

Additionally, unsweetened hibiscus tea is calorie-free. This means that if you drink tea instead of soda or other sweetened drinks, you reduce your liquid calorie intake.

Lowers blood pressure

OF cited that an article from American Heart Association reports that drinking hibiscus tea can reduce blood pressure in adults during a Nov. 2008 study. It reportedly also contains cardio-protective and anti-inflammatory properties as well. It is also mildly diuretic, which can be good for lowering blood pressure in hypertensive folks via urination.

Lowers cholesterol and manages diabetes

It has antioxidant properties which help lower bad levels of cholesterol. Additionally, the hypolipidemic and hypoglycemic properties of the tea can also help manage diabetes.

Protects the liver

The antioxidant properties of the tea can also neutralize the toxin buildup in the liver which helps maintain the organ and make it function better.

Reduces amylase production

Hibiscus tea can help reduce the production of the amylase enzyme (it disintegrates carbs and starches in the body) via phaseolamin inhibitors. When this happens, phaseolamin can help reduce the absorption of carbohydrates in the body, thereby resulting in weight loss, according to The Tea Talk.