08/05/2019
AMAZING HEALTH BENEFITS OF SOBOLO
Sobolo comes with many amazing health benefits you probably didn’t know. It is not surprising this drink has gained popularity among Ghanaians and other Africans. You will not only satisfy your taste buds with it’s varying flavours but also gain some health benefits that few are aware of.
We found these great list of benefits that will let you even increase your intake of Sobolo. Below are the list of health benefits of sobolo.
Lowers Blood Pressure
As one of the health benefits, consuming Sobolo lowers the blood pressure in pre-hypertensive and mildly hypertensive adults. Because of its anti-inflammatory properties, Sobolo can reduce blood pressure by up to about 10 points. For this drastic improvement to occur, you need to consume three cups every day for a few weeks. Also, Sobolo has diuretic properties that increase urination, simultaneously lowering blood pressure.
Lowering Cholesterol
Sobolo also has impressive antioxidant properties. It helps to lower levels of “bad” LDL cholesterol from the body, thereby helping to protect against heart disease and protecting blood vessels from damage. The hypolipidemic and hypoglycemic properties of Sobolo can be beneficial for those who suffer from blood sugar disorders like diabetes. Patients with type II diabetes suggests that consumption of sour Sobolo(without sugar) lowers cholesterol, triglycerides and low density lipo-protein cholesterol, which helps to manage this unpredictable disease.
Protects Liver
The antioxidant properties of Sobolo may also help in treating liver disease. Antioxidants help to protect your body from diseases because they neutralize the free radicals present in body tissues and cells. Therefore, we can confidently say that drinking Sobolo could increase your lifespan by maintaining good overall health in many organ systems.
Anti-cancer Properties
Sobolo contains hibiscus protocatechuic acid which has anti-tumor and antioxidant properties hibiscus slows down the growth of cancerous cells by inducing apoptosis, commonly known as programmed cell death.
Anti-inflammatory and Anti-Bacterial Properties
Sobolo is rich in ascorbic acid, also known as vitamin C. It is an essential nutrient required by your body to boost and stimulate the activity of your immune system. Sobolo is also known for its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties. Therefore, it prevents you from catching the cold and flu. Sobolo is also used to treat discomfort caused by fever, due to its cooling effect.
Menstrual Pain
The health benefits of Sobolo also include relief from cramps and menstrual pain. It helps in restoring hormone balance as well, which can reduce other symptoms of menstruation like mood swings, depression, and overeating.
Antidepressant Properties
Sobolo contains vitamins and minerals like flavonoids which have antidepressant properties. Consumption of Sobolo can help to calm down the nervous system, and it may reduce anxiety and depression by creating a relaxed sensation in the body and mind.
Aids Digestion: Many people drink Sobolo to improve digestion. It increases both urination and bowel movements. Since it has diuretic properties, it is also used to treat constipation, which helps you lose weight and improve the health of your gastrointestinal system and avoid colorectal cancer.
Satiates Thirst
Sobolo is also used in the same way as sports drinks in order to satiate thirst. For this purpose, an iced form of Sobolo is typically consumed. Many people include it in their diet since this variety of the tea has the ability to cool down the body very fast. Also, it is rich in medicinal properties, like being a diuretic, which flushes out excess fluids and toxins from the body and guarantees that you will perform at your best!
Weight Loss
Sobolo is also beneficial for losing weight. If you consume food that is rich in carbohydrates, that means that it contains sugar and starch, so you are likely to gain weight. However, research studies have suggested that hibiscus extract lowers the absorption of starch and glucose and may help with weight loss. Hibiscus inhibits the production of amylase, which helps in the absorption of carbohydrates and starch, so drinking Sobolo prevents that absorption from occurring. Therefore, Sobolo is found in many weight loss products.
We hope these health benefits will encourage to go on and enjoy your cups/bottle of sobolo.
