Hibiscus or Roselle herbal tea is more than just a delicious beverage. The health benefits of this tea are what make it so special. Hibiscus tea is made from the deep magenta sepals of the Roselle flower, and is thought to be native to Africa. It is also known by its plant name Hibiscus sabdariffa—hence the name. It is extremely good for your health. The flowers, calyx, and fruit are all used for healing purposes; however, only the calyx is used for Hibiscus tea.

Scientific studies suggest that daily hibiscus tea consumption may benefit people with high blood pressure, high cholesterol, liver protection, anxiety and depression, weight loss, digestion, immune system, skin conditions and Diabetes.In a study published in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine in 2009, researchers found that Hibiscus tea could significantly reduce LDL cholesterol and total cholesterol, and raise high-density lipoprotein (HDL) levels in 53 type 2 diabetics. Another study from 2009 found that daily Hibiscus tea consumption could reduce blood pressure in type 2 diabetics.