Consumption of zobo drink like bitter leaf is very effective in themanagement of hypertension due to its anti-hypertensive properties, says Dr.
Ochuko Erukainure, a nutritional biochemist.
Erukainure, a senior research officer with the Federal
Institute of Industrial Research, Oshodi, Lagos State, disclosed this to the
News Agency of Nigeria in Lagos.
According him…
• Zobo drink, also known as hibiscus drink, helps in
reducing cholesterol level, high blood pressure, diabetes and constipation in
the human system.
• It contains between 15 per cent and 30 per cent organic
acids such as citric acid, maleic acid, and tartaric acid.
• It also contains acidic polysaccharides and flavonoid
glycosides, such as cyanide and delphine.
• Zobo drink helps to lower blood pressure, as it contains
an enzyme inhibitor which blocks the production of amylase.
• Amylase is an enzyme that breaks down complex sugars and
starches,
• Drinking a cup of zobo after every meal would help to
reduce the absorption of dietary carbohydrates and assist in weight loss.
• It is rich in Vitamin C and makes a wonderful herbal
remedy to fight off colds and infections, while it also hydrates the body
system.
• Do NOT add sugar to zobo drink so that its natural essence
could be well-preserved and not contaminated by non-natural essences.
• Pregnant women may not consume zobo, as some studies had
shown that it could lead to miscarriage.
• Some pregnant women may be allergic to zobo drink, as it
might make them develop itchy red eyes, sinus or hay fever.
• Its unlike kunu drink and tiger nut milk the safety of zobo during breast feeding is unknown and,
therefore, it is best to avoid zobo drink when breast feeding
• Patients diagnosed with low blood pressure should not to
drink zobo; and if they should, they should consult their doctors before doing
so. (NAN)
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