With a intense red color at the base and pale at the endsas well as sweet and sour taste, strong Y slightly resembling blueberriesthe Jamaica It is a plant widely used in international gastronomy.
Its scientific name is hibiscus sabdariffais part of the family of Malvaceaeis native to Africafrom where it spread to Europe and Asia, reaching the American continent after the conquest.
Jamaica occurs easily in regions of the world with tropical climates Y subtropicalIn addition, it grows to a height of up to three meters, with tri- or penta-lobed leaves about 15 centimeters in length.
With the flower of this plant are made drinks, sweetsdifferent types of sauces, jams, concentrates, tea And till liqueur. Jamaica is a potential source of dyes, flavorings food, Cosmetic products And till pharmacists.
They are exactly the nutrients that Jamaica contains which make it a kind of medicinal plant which is used as an aid in different conditions, plus the benefits that its consumption in general bring to health.
Jamaica is a food with large amounts of vitamins as with the vitamins A, C, B1 and E, as well as an important source of minerals which includes the ironthe match and the calcium.
Properties are attributed to this reddish flower diureticsthat is, that its consumption increases the secretion Y excretion of urine, which helps eliminate the liquid and the leftover salt.
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A la Jamaica also has action laxativewhich means that its use helps facilitate the evacuation of bellyso it is ideal for relieve Y to prevent the constipation.
Another of the properties attributed to Jamaica is the antibacterialthat is, it serves to fight the infections caused by bacteria.
Even this plant is considered as a food antihypertensiveso its consumption lowers blood pressure thus avoiding cardiovascular problems.
Despite being a food widely consumed by humans, some must be taken into account contraindications to avoid being a victim of unpleasant side effects.
Must be avoid the consumption of Jamaica to pregnant womenAs it can cause bleeding, which can be dangerous for the continuity of the pregnancy. Due to its antihypertensive properties, this flower can cause fainting for those people who suffer from hypotension.
It is worth mentioning that if this and any other plant is being used as an aid in the face of a condition, it is best to let the doctor know.
With information from the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development of Mexico
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