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Hibiscus tea Benefits & Nutrition

Hibiscus tea benefits: nutrition per 100 ml (0 kcal), how much to drink a day, who should take care and its season. Also called Gudhal / roselle tea.

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Gudhal / roselle tea · Teas & drinks

  • 0 kcalenergy
  • 0 gprotein
  • 0 gfibre
  • Year-roundbest season in India

Per 100 ml (brewed, per 100 ml)

Health benefits of hibiscus tea

  • Caffeine-free and tangy — good hot or iced.
  • Clinical trials suggest hibiscus tea may modestly lower blood pressure.
  • Rich in anthocyanins with antioxidant activity.

How to eat it

Steep 1–2 tsp dried roselle/hibiscus petals in hot water for 5 minutes; chill with mint.

How much a day: 1–2 cups.

Who should be careful

  • Pregnancy: avoid.
  • If you take blood-pressure or diabetes medicine, ask your doctor — it may add to their effect.
  • May interact with some medicines (for example certain antimalarials and diuretics).

Best season in India

Year-round. See the month-by-month seasonal chart →

Frequently asked questions

What are the health benefits of hibiscus tea?

Caffeine-free and tangy — good hot or iced. Clinical trials suggest hibiscus tea may modestly lower blood pressure. Rich in anthocyanins with antioxidant activity.

How much hibiscus tea can I have a day?

1–2 cups. Steep 1–2 tsp dried roselle/hibiscus petals in hot water for 5 minutes; chill with mint.

Who should be careful with hibiscus tea?

Pregnancy: avoid. If you take blood-pressure or diabetes medicine, ask your doctor — it may add to their effect. May interact with some medicines (for example certain antimalarials and diuretics).

When is hibiscus tea in season in India?

Year-round.

Please note: Values are approximate; they vary by recipe, brand, variety and portion size. This page is general information, not medical advice — if you are pregnant, have diabetes, kidney disease, high blood pressure or another condition, or take regular medicines, talk to your doctor or a registered dietitian before changing your diet.

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