Zobo which is also called hibiscus tea is a popular drink that is being sold in every part of the country and many people love this drink because of its Amazing taste.
Although many Nigerians do not know about the health benefits of drinking zobo, Below are few health benefits of drinking zobo.
1. Relieve Menstrual Pain.
Zobo helps to relieve women from menstrual pain and cramps during menstruation, and it also helps to regulate hormonal balance which can reduce mood swings during menstruation.
2. It Manages High Blood Pressure.
Zobo drink is known to contain some antihypertensive and cardioprotective properties which are beneficial for people with hypertension. It also lowers blood pressure by removing excess fluids and also by allowing blood vessels to relax.
3. It Lowers Cholesterol Level.
Studies have shown that zobo drink helps lower the level of Low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol which would have caused aortic aneurysm, heart attack, peripheral heart disease and stroke. When there is excess cholesterol in the body it accumulates in the blood vessels and causes a blockage to the flow of blood which is Atherosclerosis.
4. Zobo drink prevent cancers.
Zobo drink contains protocatechuic acid, which exerts multiple health-promoting effects such as anticancer, anti-atherosclerosis and neuroprotective function in humans. Zobo drink might help slow the growth of cancerous cells by inducing apoptosis (programmed cell death).
5. Boost The immune system.
Zobo drink is a good source of vitamin C (ascorbic acid) which helps boost the immune system and is also needed for the growth and repair of tissues.
Vitamin C boosts the immune system by assisting in the production of White blood cells (leukocytes), these blood cells help to fight foreign and invading agents from destroying the cells. Zobo drink may promote weight loss…..S££ MOR£