Properties of the carcade

For starters - a little history. Hibiscus sabdariffa (rosella), from which the carcade is made, comes from India. The relative of this plant is a well-known mallow. The useful properties of carcade are known all over the world, and cultivated in all tropical regions of the world. 150 countries of the world grow a rosella in an industrial scale, incl. and for export. In Egypt, carcade is considered a national drink. Edible all parts of the hibiscus sabdariffa, but in the preparation of the carcade use only dark red petals and bracts.

Useful properties of carcade

Karkade is very useful for our body. The properties of karkade are due to the high content in it antioxidants. They protect the body cells from the negative effects of free radicals, thereby slowing down the aging process and preventing the formation of tumors.

Carcade is advised to drink in case of problems with the vessels. Why? The fact is that in Rosella flowers contain special substances - anthocyanins. They regulate the permeability of the walls of blood vessels, thereby strengthening them. It is due to the content of anthocyanins that the hibiscus flowers are dark red.

Karkade can be drunk and to strengthen immunity. General strengthening properties of carcade due to its high content of lemonacid and vitamin C. These substances improve the general condition of the body. Therefore, regular use of carcade will serve as an excellent prevention of infectious and colds. And if you are still sick, the antipyretic properties of the carcade will help you.

Fatty organic acids also contribute to useful propertieskarkade. They dissolve excess fat, prevent the formation of cholesterol plaques, improve brain metabolism, relieve stress and chronic fatigue syndrome. Spasmolytic and diuretic properties of carcade are also widely known.

Karkade welding also has useful properties. Contained in the petals of hibiscus pectin removes toxins and salts from the bodyheavy metals. If you drink karkade on an empty stomach, it can help in the fight against parasites. And karkade can help in the fight against a hangover - it removes the products of the breakdown of alcohol from the body.

Carcade normalizes blood pressure and the level of sugar in the body, quenches thirst, cleanses the liver and kidneys. It is also worth mentioning bactericidal and sedative properties of carcade.

Karkade: are there any contraindications?

Despite numerous useful properties, karkade in large quantities can not be drunk to all. Karkade can not drink to people who suffer from gastritis and peptic ulcer - this drink increases acidity of gastric juice. Also karkade contraindicated in exacerbations of cholelithiasis and urolithiasis. Do not also exclude the possibility of an allergy to a drink.

It is believed that the hot carcade increases the pressure,and cold - lowers. In fact, this opinion is erroneous: while karkade enters the stomach, he will have time to take the optimal temperature. Therefore, hypertensive carcade can drink and even need, but if you suffer reduced pressure, you should not abuse this drink.

How to brew karkade

Karkade can be consumed both hot and cold -this drink is tasty and useful in any form. Karkade can be boiled, brewed and infused in cold water. For the preparation of karkade it is best to use whole dried leaves without flavors. There is a karkade in bags, but if you have the opportunity - give preference to whole leaves.

Can boil in boiling water for 3-10 minutes. The main thing - do not digest. Correctly welded karkade must have a bright ruby ​​color and a pleasant rich flavor. This method is considered by many to be the most correct - not without reason in Egypt, where the carcade is very revered, the leaves of Rosella are brewed.

Can brew karkade in a teapot, like ordinary tea. The dry leaves of the Rosella are filled with boiling water (a glass of boiling water on a teaspoon of leaves). Karkade is brewed in a porcelain, ceramic or glass teapot. A kettle made of metal kills the taste and color of the drink.

Can insist leaves of hibiscus in cold water for eight hours - get deliciousa drink that has medicinal properties. Hot and cold karkade can be served with sugar, lemon, mint or ginger. This drink is sometimes used as a basis for non-alcoholic mulled wine.