hibiscus extract has antioxidant properties, hibiscus lowers systolic and diastolic blood pressure, hibiscus reduces blood cholesterol and triglycerides in those with diabetes and metabolic syndrome, hibiscus extract benefits liver health by increasing drug-detoxifying enzymes and reducing liver damage and fatty liver. The consumption of hibiscus extract with decreased body weight and body fat. Studies have found that hibiscus extract could fight certain strains of bacteria, Hibiscus tea can be made by steeping hibiscus flowers in boiling water for five minutes. It can be consumed hot or cold and has a tart taste that is often sweetened with honey or flavored with lime.