2. Hibiscus
In Nigeria, this is known as zobo leaves, though an everyday drink, but its medicinal value cannot be denied. It is useful in reducing blood pressure and relieves the symptoms of hypertension. You can take 2 cups of zobo daily to help bring down your blood pressure. It is easy to make your zobo at home.
- Get fresh or dried hibiscus leaves
- Boil a little quantity of the leaves in three cups of water
- Note that you can pound one fresh or dried ginger root and boil it along with the zobo leaves; this will make it more useful and improve the taste.
- After that, leave it to cool then strain it. You can add diced fruits of your choice and other fruit juices to sweeten it. Avoid using refined sugar since you are taking it daily.
