Pioneer Sustainable Agriculture is an Organic Hibiscus Producer in Africa. The Hibiscus flower is native to Africa, and produces tea that is bright red in colour and packed with fruity flavors. It has historically been used in East, North Africa and Iran to decrease body temperature, treat heart disease and sooth a sore throat and to treat high blood pressure. Unlike other teas, does not contain any caffeine.
Minimum order quantity: 250 kg
Minimum order quantity: 10 tons
Just 1 cup (5 g) of hibiscus can give us 6% of our recommended daily intake of Vitamin B1. This contributes to our heart function, energy creation & maintenance of our our mental and emotional state.
1 cup of Hibiscus gives us 4% of our recommended daily Iron. This contributes to our immune system, cell division, red blood cell formation and reduction of tiredness & ability to process information.
Hibiscus contains hibiscus protocatechuic acid, which has antitumor and antioxidant properties. A study suggests that hibiscus may slow down the growth of cancerous cells specifically human leukemia cells by inducing apoptosis; commonly known as programmed cell death.
In addition to having antioxidant and anticancer properties, some studies have found that hibiscus could help fight bacterial infections. Hibiscus plants loose leaf tea is rich in Vitamin C. The extract of Hibiscus fights 8 strains of bacteria and in concentrate form could be as effective as some medications used to treat bacterial infections.
Several studies have found that Hibiscus tea may lower both systolic and diastolic blood pressure due to it being a good source of anthocyanins. Because of its antii inflammatory properties it has the potential to reduce blood pressure by up tp 10 points (according to a research done in Boston)
Hibiscus can be beneficial for weight loss. Studies have suggested that hibiscus extract lowers the absorption of starch and glucose the two dietary components that can lead to weight gain and may help aid in weight loss
Hibiscus helps to lower the levels of (bad) LDL cholesterol from the body, thereby helping to protect against heart diseases and protecting blood vessels from damage.
The oil extracted from the Organic hibiscus flower is rich in antioxidants, Vitamins A and C and full of Alpha-Hydroxy Acids and Amino Acids. The composition of this oil is very good for your body, hair and skin. When used as a hair oil or hair treatment, hibiscus oil is said to boost hair growth, reduce dandruff, make your hair thicker and reduce premature greying. When used on the skin, it will help nourish your skin and increase its recovery time. Vitamin C is commonly used in most acne treatments to lighten and brighten skin while helping fade blemishes and acne scars.
Because of the AHA’s (Alpha Hydroxy Acids) present in the oil, it acts as a natural exfoliator. The natural acids present in the oil will help exfoliate and nourish any part of the body it is applied to! When used as a moisturiser on the face and body, the Vitamins and antioxidants present in the oil increase the elasticity of your skin, boost collagen production and keep your skin looking and feeling bright and soft!
We do not utilize chemicals, solvents or heat in our extraction process thereby producing the highest quality Hibiscus Oil to offer our clients and consumers.
Cold Pressed, Unrefined
0.92kg/L
Stable (Long shelf)
0.886
500u (Dalton) Ideal for skin absorption
1.45-1.47
Lovibond Red 5
Mild flowery/Aromatic
204.5 ˚C (400 F)
5.3
When used as hair massage oil, hibiscus oil will help avoid premature ageing of hair. This will also give your hair an overall stronger, smooth finish and make your hair soft.
When used as a moisturiser on the face and body, the Vitamins and antioxidants present in the oil increase the elasticity of your skin, boost collagen production and keep your skin looking and feeling bright and soft!
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