Step by step preparation:
Pour the liter of water into a pot and place it on medium heat until it reaches its boiling point.
Once the water is boiling hot, turn off the fire completely.
Immediately add the dried Jamaica flowers to the hot water.
Cover the pot and let the mixture sit (infuse) for 10 to 15 minutes. You will notice that the water turns deep red almost instantly.
Pass the infusion through a colander to remove the flowers and pour the liquid into a glass jar.
Add the fresh lemon juice and stir well. You can drink it warm as a comfort tea for your stomach, or add ice to enjoy it as a highly refreshing drink.
Consumption mode and routine: This infusion is extremely versatile. You can take 1 to 2 glasses a day. If you want to take advantage of its digestive effect, drink warm after your main meal. If you want to cool down and deignite your body throughout the day, take it chilly in mid-morning or afternoon as an excellent substitute for commercial sugary refreshments.
Important Precautions: Because the Jamaica flower is a very effective natural hypotensor and vasodilator, people suffering from low blood pressure (hypotension) should consume it with extreme moderation as it may cause them to feel dizzy, weakness or fainting as they reduce their tension further. Also, if you suffer from severe gastritis or active stomach ulcers, the combination of the natural acidity of hibiscus and lemon could be irritating if you drink it in complete fasting. Finally, pregnant women, especially during the first trimester, should avoid consuming concentrated doses of Jamaica tea as studies suggest it may stimulate pelvic blood flow.
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