1 / 6In Ayurveda, hibiscus is known as the best herb for hair. It is rich in Vitamin C, Calcium, Fat etc. Hibiscus flower is a good source of Vitamin C and it is beneficial in cough, sore throat, cold and chest pain.2 / 6A report by the American Heart Association states that drinking its tea helps in reducing blood pressure. If you are suffering from hypertension, then you should consume it regularly.3 / 6Studies have reported that hibiscus reduces the absorption of starch and glucose, thereby helping you lose weight. Hibiscus inhibits the production of amylase, which helps with the absorption of carbohydrates and starches.4 / 6Hibiscus tea lowers the level of (bad) LDL cholesterol in the body, and avoid heart diseases and damage to blood vessels.5 / 6Several studies confirm that the hypolipidemic and hypoglycemic properties of hibiscus tea may be beneficial for people suffering from diabetes or blood sugar disorders such as diabetes.6 / 6Hibiscus tea contains hibiscus protocatechuic acid which has anti-tumor and antioxidant properties. A study conducted by a Dental College and Institute of Biochemistry in Taiwan suggests that hibiscus can protect against cancer cells by inducing apoptosis.