We have all been there at the situation when our brain feels similar to a browser with 50 tabs open and your shoulders are practically touching your ears. This is the time when people reach out for a glass of wine or a sugary snack to “take the edge off.” But, drinking a cup of Hibiscus Tea is not just a “show off” drink for your social media feed, it is a “delete button” for your stress.
It Tells Your Mind, “Relax, Man”
Whenever you feel stressed, your heart has to work a bit harder and keeps your brain locked in “fight or flight” mode. Hibiscus tea contains natural compounds that act like a gentle massage for your veins to keep functioning smoothly. Once your body physically relaxes, your body finally gets the green signal that it's okay to stop worrying.
Prevents “Brain Burnout” Before It Starts
The deep red colour of hibiscus comes from “anthocyanins,” powerful antioxidants that activates your brain cells. They help in cleaning out the mess left behind by a hectic day filled with back to back meetings and unlimited screen time, helping you feel clear headed.
No Caffeine Content
The best part of the Hibiscus Tea is that it is a 100% caffeine free drink. It gives you a feeling of a “green calm.” You can enjoy this non-caffeinated drink by drinking it at night to signal to your brain that finally the “work mode” is officially over and the “rest more” has just started.
The “Anti-Anxiety” Ingredient
Hibiscus is loaded with “quercetin,” a special plant nutrient that scientists have been studying for its power to balance mood. Contrary to few herbal remedies that make you feel sleepy or feel foggy, hibiscus tea helps in lowering down the volume of mental noise while keeping you mentally active and present, which is a rare quality offered by drinks.
Making The Perfect “Zen Cup”
To get the maximum benefit out of your drink, follow the 3-5-1 rule. Firstly, boil the water and let it sit for a minute so that it doesn't burn the delicate flowers. Next, your tea for at least 5 minutes, the darker the colour it has, the more stress free fighting powder you are getting. You can even add 1 squeeze of lime in it, the Vitamin-C content in the lime actually helps your body in absorbing the antioxidants more effectively, making your “calm down” even more powerful than what it was previously.
